WRITING an introduction to an article by Mr S. B. Gates on Trailing-Edge Flaps, which appeared in these columns in 1937, the Editor felt constrained to admit his bewilderment over the number and variety of types of high-lift aid which then existed. Without intending any disrespect, I imagine that the progress of years must have added to his embarrassment. It has certainly added to the number of devices in use and under test.


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    Title :

    Flaps, Slots and Other High Lift Aids


    Subtitle :

    Some Reflections on Various Devices Adopted to Increase Maximum Lift


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1955-09-01


    Size :

    13 pages




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



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