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Washout strut

The structural member attached to the leading edges which holds the tip twist for the wing at low or negative angles of attack.

Dictionary Term

Washout strut

Definition

  • The structural member attached to the leading edges which holds the tip twist for the wing at low or negative angles of attack.

References

  • Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2008