We know that flaps are high lift devices that allow us to descend at a steeper angle without increasing airspeed. There are many different types of flaps, but the 5 most common ones are: Plain flaps Split Flaps Slotted Flaps Fowler Flaps Leading Edge Flaps are mounted on the rear of the wing. Another type Read More…
Flaps have become ubiquitous on modern airplanes, as they give pilots more flexibility and maneuverability during landing and, occasionally, takeoff. The purpose of flaps is to create both extra lift and drag, lift being created by increasing the surface area of the wing, and drag by extending the flap down into the air stream. This Read More…