Where are the Trailing Edge Flaps located?

• A. On the trailing edge of each wing.
• B. On the leading edge of the wings.
• C. On the tailplane.
• D. On the nose.

Answer: (A)

Trailing edge flaps are lift-enhancing surfaces that hinge on the back edge of the wing. When extended, they increase the wing’s camber and effective surface area, producing more lift at lower speeds—exactly what you need during takeoff and landing. This makes them located on the trailing edge of each wing, not on the front (leading) edge, the tailplane, or the nose. So, the correct location is the trailing edge of each wing.