11.2 Structural Classifacations Flashcards
1
Q
What is a primary structure
A
Encompasses any part of the aircraft’s framework that I’d were to fail could lead to catastrophic failure or harm to occupants
2
Q
What is a secondary structure
A
Encompasses all non-primary structures that have intrinsic structural significance. They distribute forces from primary structures
3
Q
What structures are prone to receiving the most force
A
Primary structures
4
Q
What is a tertiary structure
A
Remaining components in aircraft’s framework and consists of lightly stressed elements eg fairings.
