Tail Assembly (Noun)
Meaning
The rear part of an aircraft.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The tail assembly of a typical airliner consists of the vertical and horizontal stabilizers along with the associated control surfaces.
- During pre-flight inspections, pilots meticulously examine the tail assembly to ensure it is free from damage.
- Modifications to the tail assembly required significant retesting of the aircraft to guarantee stability and safety.
- The aircraft's distinctive tail assembly design allowed it to be easily recognizable from other aircraft in its class.
- Aviation engineers had to balance the structural integrity of the tail assembly with the need to minimize weight and drag.