Fowler flap en · NOUN
Etymology
Invented by Harlan D. Fowler in 1924.
Meanings
- A split flap that slides backwards before hinging downward, thereby increasing first chord, then camber. It may or may not form part of the upper surface of the wing.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fowler flaps | Number=Plur | lexicographic |