motorplanes
A motorplane is a type of aircraft that is propelled by an engine. This distinguishes it from gliders and unpowered aircraft. The term motorplane is a general one and encompasses a wide variety of flying machines, from the earliest experimental designs to modern passenger jets. The defining characteristic is the presence of a motor, typically an internal combustion engine or a jet engine, that provides the thrust needed for flight.
Historically, the development of the motorplane was crucial in the evolution of aviation. Pioneers like the
Modern motorplanes can be broadly categorized by their propulsion system. Piston-engined aircraft, often found in general