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Airplane Parts Identification & FunctionsWorksheet


Using the letters shown on the airplane photograph above, identify the airplane parts listed below. Write both correct letters where needed.

1. wings

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2. vertical stabilizer

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3. fuselage

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4. flaps

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5. cockpit

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6. propeller

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7. rudder

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8. ailerons

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9. elevator

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10.horizontal stabilizer

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  1. Write the names of the three airplane parts that can be used to change the shape of the wings.

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  2. The wing generates lift because of its shape. Look at the airplane above. Which other part of the airplane, because of its similar shape, should also generate lift? _________________

     

  3. Look at the airplane above. Which moveable part would the pilot use to make the airplane turn to the left? _________________

     

  4. Which part would the pilot move in order to tip the left wing lower than the right? _________________

     

  5. Which part of the airplane in the picture above is generating thrust?

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