A simple question for the pro's of this forum.
Are the term flaps used exclusively for devices on the trailing edge of an airfoil,or can flaps also be found on the leading edge.All my prior experience and education had led me to use the term flaps when being applied on the trailing edge,with the...
Quick question,are large tip tanks on say a larger cargo plane ,in essence serving the same purpose as winglets.Do the large tip tanks create the same aeronautical advantages that purpose built winglets provide.I would say no,as theywould not create a longer "virtual span".This question arises...