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Yes. A lot of aircraft are built with aluminum. The aircraft industry would not exist as we know it without this amazing metal. Certainly there are some components that cannot be build from aluminum, but a large portion of the airframe and the skin of many planes are fabricated from aluminum.

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What physical property and material of airplane body?

The physical property of an airplane body is its strength and light weight. Most airplane bodies are made of aluminum because it is strong yet lightweight, allowing the aircraft to be both durable and fuel-efficient. Additionally, aluminum is corrosion-resistant and can withstand the stresses of flight.


What material are planes made of?

Most of the frame or body of the airplane is made of aluminum. Aircraft grade aluminum is strong and light - even lighter than titanium. It is interesting to note that early Russian MIG fighter jets had a chassis - called an "airframe" - made entirely of steel. Some other aircraft parts such as engine pistons are made of materials such as steel and the electrical wiring is copper. Some aircraft engines are made of magnesium for very light weight. The drawback to magnesium is its flammability and difficulty in putting out a magnesium fed fire. Of course other parts such as windows may be Lucite or Plexiglas, and some interior parts are other common materials such as leather, glass and various plastics.


Are things made of iton always more massive than things made of aluminum?

Not necessarily. The mass of an object is determined by its volume and the density of the material it is made of. While iron is denser than aluminum, an object made of aluminum can still be more massive if it has a larger volume compared to an object made of iron.


What materials is a typewriter made of?

Typewriters are typically made of various materials including metal (such as steel and aluminum), plastic, rubber, and glass. The body of a typewriter is often made of metal for durability, while plastic parts are used for components like keys and covers. Rubber is used for the platen and other parts that need to provide friction or cushioning. Glass may be used for the keys or typebars.


Is aluminum aerodynamic?

Aluminum can be shaped to be aerodynamic, yes. Aerodynamics is about shape, not substance.