Airplane
Japanese Name:
飛行機
Romaji Name:
hikouki
Description
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An airplane is a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings.
It generates lift through its wings as it moves forward using engines.
Most airplanes have a fuselage (body), wings, a tail, and landing gear.
They take off and land on runways and require forward speed to fly.
Airplanes are used for passenger transport, cargo, military, and recreation.
Commercial jets can carry hundreds of people over long distances.
Modern airplanes use jet engines or turboprops for propulsion.
They are among the fastest and most efficient forms of transportation today.
History
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The dream of flight dates back to ancient times, but became real in the 20th century.
The Wright brothers made the first powered, controlled flight in 1903 in the U.S.
Early airplanes were simple and made from wood and fabric.
During World War I and II, airplane technology advanced rapidly.
Jet engines were introduced in the 1940s, revolutionizing air travel.
By the 1950s, commercial airliners began connecting cities worldwide.
Air travel became common by the late 20th century.
Today’s airplanes are highly advanced, safe, and essential to global transportation.