Gurney flap

English

Etymology

Named for its inventor and developer, American race car driver Dan Gurney.

Noun

Gurney flap (plural Gurney flaps)

  1. A small tab projecting from the trailing edge of a wing, used on racecars and aircraft.
    Synonym: wickerbill
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