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General aviation
The science and practice of artificial flight which involves the design, development, production, operation of aircraft or heavier-than-air machines.
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Conventional Gear
Aviation; General aviation
The landing gear arrangement where the airplane has a main gear and a tailwheel.
Cowl
Aviation; General aviation
The large molded fairing around an engine. It serves two purposes when done right: It helps the airflow go smoothly around the front of the airplane, and also provides a proper path for cooling air ...
Dead Stick
Aviation; General aviation
A term used to describe unpowered flight (glide) when the engine quits running.
Dialed In
Aviation; General aviation
Slang term for the condition in which the model is set up to fly smoothly and predictably. This is the state where the mechanics and electronics work together to produce the best performance.
Dihedral
Aviation; General aviation
The V-shaped bend in the wing. Typically, more dihedral causes more aerodynamic stability in an airplane, and causes the rudder to control both the roll and yaw axis. This is why some trainers and ...
Ding
Aviation; General aviation
Minor dent or damage to the structure. Also, a nick in a prop. Dinged props must be replaced.
Dorsal Fin
Aviation; General aviation
An extension of the vertical fin forward of the main part of the fin, and against the fuselage. On the top, or "dorsal" side of the aircraft.
