Airplanes

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What is an airplane?

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An airplane is a type of aircraft that is designed to fly in the air.

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What are the main parts of an airplane?

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The main parts of an airplane include the wings, fuselage, tail, and engines.

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What do wings do on an airplane?

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Wings help an airplane lift off the ground and stay in the air.

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What is the purpose of an airplane engine?

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An airplane engine provides the power needed to move the airplane forward.

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What is a propeller?

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A propeller is a type of engine that uses blades to push air and create thrust.

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What is a jet engine?

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A jet engine is a type of engine that uses jet propulsion to move an airplane.

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How do airplanes help people?

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Airplanes help people by transporting them quickly over long distances.

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What is a passenger airplane?

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A passenger airplane is designed to carry people from one place to another.

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What is the difference between a propeller airplane and a jet airplane?

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Propeller airplanes use propellers for thrust, while jet airplanes use jet engines.

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Why are photographs used in books about airplanes?

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Photographs are used to show exactly what airplanes look like.

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