Airplane Wing Structure
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Airplane Wing Structure

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What type of wing structure is used in the all-metal wing?

  • Cantilever, monocoque
  • Full monocoque
  • Semi-cantilever, semi-monocoque (correct)
  • Monocoque
  • How are the skin panels attached to the wing structure?

  • Welded to the ribs and spars
  • Riveted to the ribs, spars and stringers (correct)
  • Bolted to the wing tips
  • Glued to the fuel tank
  • What type of hinge is used on the aileron?

  • Butterfly-hinged
  • Riveted hinge
  • Welded hinge
  • Piano-hinged (correct)
  • How many fuel tanks are located in each wing?

    <p>One</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the colored navigation lights located?

    <p>At the wing tips</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Wing Structure

    • Each wing is a semi-cantilever, semimonocoque type
    • Two main spars and suitable ribs are used for skin attachment

    Wing Assembly Components

    • Skin panels are riveted to ribs, spars, and stringers to complete the structure

    Control Surfaces

    • All-metal, piano-hinged ailerons are mounted on each wing assembly
    • Flaps are mounted on each wing assembly

    Wing Tip Features

    • Colored navigation lights are mounted at each wing tip
    • Detachable wing tips are mounted on each wing assembly

    Fuel System

    • A single metal fuel tank is mounted between the wing spars at the inboard end of each wing

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    This quiz covers the structural components of an airplane wing, including spars, ribs, skin panels, and control surfaces. Learn about the materials and assembly of a semi-cantilever, semi-monocoque wing.

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