Describe the Main Components of an Airplane

An example of an aircraft is...?

• A hot air balloon

• A ferrari

• A train

• The subway

Answer explanation

An aircraft has to be used for flight in the air! The only one that can fly out of these four options is the hot air balloon

The two types of landing gear are retractable and?

Answer explanation

There are only two types of landing gear, retractable and fixed

Fun Question: Draw an aircraft of your choice!

Where is the horizontal stabilizer located?

• Left Side

• Right Side

• Back

• Center

Answer explanation

It is located at the back of an aircraft where it helps keeps the airplane stable

What is the purpose of the wings on an airplane? (Hint: 2 answers)

• To support the aircraft

• Bring down the aircraft

• Produce lift

• Help the aircraft speed

The body of an aircraft is called the...

What do the flaps of an airplane do?

• Provide controlled flight at slower airspeeds

• Control roll

• Nothing

• Give power to the aircraft