Vertical Stabiliser (Noun)
Meaning
A stabilizer that is part of the vertical tail structure of an airplane.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The vertical stabiliser of the aircraft was damaged during the storm, causing the pilot to lose control.
- The new design of the airplane features a larger vertical stabiliser to improve stability during flight.
- During the inspection, a crack was discovered on the vertical stabiliser of the plane, which required immediate repair.
- The location of the vertical stabiliser on the tail of the aircraft allows for precise control of the plane's pitching motion.
- The vertical stabiliser on the Boeing 737 airliner is taller than on many other commercial aircraft to accommodate the engine's high-bypass fans.