elevon

English

Etymology

Blend of elevator +‎ aileron

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈɛləvɒn/

Noun

elevon (plural elevons)

  1. (aviation) A moveable surface at the trailing edge of a tailless airplane (such as the space shuttle) that provides pitch and roll control.

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