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Aileron

/ˈeɪlərɒn/

The hinged part on the trailing edge of an airplane wing, used to control longitudinal turns.

📖 Definitions of "Aileron"

noun
  1. 1

    The hinged part on the trailing edge of an airplane wing, used to control longitudinal turns.

  2. 2

    A half gable, as at the end of a penthouse or of the aisle of a church.

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