What Are Wingtip Devices?

Wingtip devices are intended to improve the efficiency of fixed-wing aircraft by reducing drag. Although there are several types of wing tip devices which function in different manners, their intended effect is always to reduce an aircraft's drag by partial recovery of the tip vortex energy.

What is a wingtip used for?

Wingtip devices – the angled extension to the end of some aircraft wings – help with fuel efficiency by reducing the drag caused by airflow patterns over the wingtip.

What is a wingtip design?

Wingtip shoes are a classic look in menswear. They are characterized by a leather overlay on the toe that makes a W shape (or a wing shape).