Research suggests that free-moving panels on aircraft wings can improve stability, reduce turbulence, and add fuel efficiency ...

The term “active” means that control surfaces on the aircraft (rudders, flaps, spoilers) are deflected as soon as the aircraft is hit by gusts, flies a maneuver or experiences turbulence. Sensors in ...

In fact, unlike the thrust reversers on most airliners, including the Boeing 747 jumbo, they do not stop the aircraft in a shorter distance than brakes and spoilers alone. They do, however ...