noun
- the horizontal stabilizing surface at the rear of an aircraft
Usage: aviation
Examples
- The tailplane helps keep the aircraft stable during flight.
- Ice formation on the tailplane can affect the plane’s control.
- The pilot noticed damage to the tailplane during the pre-flight inspection.
- Modern aircraft have adjustable tailplanes for better performance.
- The tailplane works together with the rudder to control the aircraft.
- Engineers redesigned the tailplane to improve fuel efficiency.