Technical English – Parts of Plane

Front

What is the name of the area where the pilot sits and controls the plane?

Back

Cockpit

Front

What is the long central body of the aircraft that holds the passengers and cargo?

Back

Fuselage

Front

What are the large flat surfaces that extend from either side of the plane and provide lift?

Back

Wings

Front

What is the spinning part at the front of the aircraft that pulls it through the air?

Back

Propellor

Front

What is the name of the wheels and supporting structure that allow the plane to take off, land, and taxi?

Back

Landing gear

Front

What is the rear part of the aircraft that helps with stability and direction?

Back

Tail

Front

What is the clear glass or plastic screen in front of the pilot that protects them from wind and debris?

Back

Windscreen

Front

What are the small hinged sections on the wings that help the plane turn left or right?

Back

Ailerons

Front

What do we call wings that do not move or rotate, unlike helicopter blades?

Back

Fixed wings

Front

What is the spinning blade system used by helicopters to generate lift and thrust?

Back

Rotor