Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

flaperon

noun

/ˈflæpərɒn/

Definition

A movable surface on an aircraft wing that combines the functions of a flap and an aileron.

Examples

The aircraft’s flaperons extended during landing to improve stability.
Engineers designed the flaperons to optimize both lift and control during flight.
During the demonstration, the pilot used the flaperons to execute a smooth roll maneuver.

Meaning

Flaperons are used to increase lift during takeoff and landing, while also allowing for roll control by altering the aerodynamic characteristics of the wing.