Airframe
Noun
The main structure of an aircraft, excluding its engines and avionics.
The airframe is designed to withstand various aerodynamic forces.

Often appears as...
- airframe design
- airframe structure
Usage tips
Technical
fuselage, structure, aircraft
Noun
The main structure of an aircraft, excluding its engines and avionics.
The airframe is designed to withstand various aerodynamic forces.

Often appears as...
- airframe design
- airframe structure
Usage tips
Technical
fuselage, structure, aircraft
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Technical Context
When discussing aircraft, it is essential to specify the airframe's design features.
The airframe’s design greatly affects performance.
Engineering Terminology
Use 'airframe' when speaking to professionals in aviation fields.
In our discussion, let's focus on the airframe specifications.
Formal Writing
The term is more suitable in technical documentation than in casual conversation.
The report detailed various airframe innovations.
Technical Context
When discussing aircraft, it is essential to specify the airframe's design features.
The airframe’s design greatly affects performance.
Engineering Terminology
Use 'airframe' when speaking to professionals in aviation fields.
In our discussion, let's focus on the airframe specifications.
Formal Writing
The term is more suitable in technical documentation than in casual conversation.
The report detailed various airframe innovations.
Technical Context
When discussing aircraft, it is essential to specify the airframe's design features.
The airframe’s design greatly affects performance.
Engineering Terminology
Use 'airframe' when speaking to professionals in aviation fields.
In our discussion, let's focus on the airframe specifications.
Formal Writing
The term is more suitable in technical documentation than in casual conversation.
The report detailed various airframe innovations.
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