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delta wingAircraft wing shaped like the Greek letter delta Δ. Its design enables an aircraft to pass through the sound barrier with little effect. The supersonic airliner Concorde and the US space shuttle have delta wings. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The delta-winged jet, one of two JSF prototypes the company is assembling in Palmdale, completed taxi tests of about 35 mph and 65 mph Tuesday on the ground at Air Force Plant 42. The most important was the SR-71 Blackbird, a thin delta-winged craft with a 56-foot wing span, a sleek fuselage and the ability to fly altitudes exceeding three miles. The airline will be investing more than (pound)30 million to ensure its delta-winged aircraft can resume flying safely, and offering the best customer experience in the skies. |
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