Flaps

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Flaps are hinged surfaces on the trailing edge of the wings of a fixed-wing aircraft which, when extended, decrease the stalling speed of the aircraft. Drag is also increased, which helps steepen the approach path.

See also the flap (aircraft) page on Wikipedia.

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