It also creates a thickening of the wing root area , allowing a more efficient structure and reduced weight compared to a conventional craft .
The BWB form minimises the total wetted area - the surface area of the aircraft skin , thus reducing skin drag to a minimum .
BWB also creates a thickening of the wing root area , allowing a more efficient structure and reduced weight compared to a conventional craft .
The BWB form minimises the total wetted area - the surface area of the aircraft skin , thus reducing skin drag to a minimum .