fuselage

[ˈfjuːzəlɑːʒ]
nounfemininepl: fuselages
fuselagem
1. The main body of an aircraft, excluding the wings, tail, and engines, designed to accommodate passengers, cargo, and crew
The fuselage of the Boeing 747 is pressurized to maintain a safe cabin environment at high altitudes.
A fuselagem do Boeing 747 é pressurizada para manter um ambiente seguro na cabine em grandes altitudes.
2. The structural framework of an aircraft that bears aerodynamic forces and supports all other components
Engineers inspect the fuselage for any signs of metal fatigue or cracks.
Os engenheiros inspecionam a fuselagem em busca de sinais de fadiga de metal ou rachaduras.
The term 'fuselage' is universally used in Portuguese-speaking aviation industries and technical contexts. Brazil has a significant aircraft manufacturing presence (Embraer), making this a commonly understood technical term among engineers and aviation professionals. There are no significant cultural or regional variations in its usage.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
airframebodyhullfuselage tube

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fuselagem
Standard term used in aviation industry across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
fuselagem
Same as general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
fuselagem
Same as general Brazilian usage; major aviation hub region
Portugal
fuselagem
Identical terminology in European Portuguese

Related Words

fuselagecabinwingsempennageaircraftavionicscockpitpressurization

Related Idioms & Phrases

fuselage integrity
fuselage damage
fuselage assembly
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