Sopwith Salamander
The Sopwith Salamander was a British ground-attack aircraft designed by the Sopwith Aviation Company and used during the First World War.
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There are various types of airplanes, including commercial airliners, private aircraft, cargo planes, military jets, and recreational aircraft. Airplanes offer the advantage of long-range travel, high-speed capability, and the ability to operate in a wide range of weather conditions. You can use this page to explore the different types and go deeper into our aircraft and airplane and warplane database.
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An airplane, also known as an aeroplane or aircraft, is a fixed-wing vehicle designed for controlled flight in the Earth’s atmosphere. It is one of the most common and widely used modes of transportation for both passengers and cargo.
An airplane typically consists of several key components, including a fuselage (the main body), wings, engines, landing gear, and a tail section. The wings generate lift as the aircraft moves through the air, allowing it to stay aloft. The engines provide the necessary thrust to propel the airplane forward, overcoming drag and enabling it to maintain speed and altitude.
Airplanes rely on the principles of aerodynamics to achieve flight. By carefully shaping the wings and controlling the airflow over them, an airplane can generate lift, counteract gravity, and achieve controlled and sustained flight. The tail section, including the horizontal stabilizer and vertical fin, provides stability and control during flight.
Airplanes have significantly impacted global connectivity, commerce, and tourism, shrinking distances and facilitating global transportation networks. They have revolutionized travel, enabled rapid delivery of goods, facilitated emergency response and medical evacuations, and played a crucial role in military operations and surveillance. Here is the access to the complete database (divided by Type):
The Sopwith Salamander was a British ground-attack aircraft designed by the Sopwith Aviation Company and used during the First World War.
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