The shape of a wing, propeller, turbine blade or other body
designed to generate lift when viewed on its profile or cross
section. Usually a teardrop type shape.
"As part of the Qantas group we don't go into specifics of
maintenance. Obviously it's regrettable, and the fact it's a first
service makes it very regrettable."
Source: Jetstar spokesman Simon Westaway, on
the cancellation of the budget airline's first-ever flight Friday
due to unspecified maintenance issues.