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Flying, the why and wherefore (1909)

Grey, C. G. (Charles Grey), 1875-1953 · London, "The Aero" · leaf 11

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MACHINES. The illustrations of the eleven machines hereafter willgive my readers a practical idea of the functions of theirvarious parts, and of the meaning of the various terms Ihave used in the body of this book. It will be understoodthat these sketches are more or less diagrammatic,… … I. Single plane front damper. 2. Vertical planes to give directional senseand lateral stability. 3. Upper naain plane. 4. Lower main plane. 5. Body.6. Upper horizontal tail plane. 7. Lower horizontal tail plane. 8. Vertical tailplanes. 9. Rudder, in middle of tail. 10. Main landing wheels. 11.…

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