Fairing may refer to:

Aerodynamics and hydrodynamics

Aircraft fairing An aircraft fairing is a structure whose primary function is to produce a smooth outline and reduce drag.Crane, Dale: ''Dictionary of Aeronautical Terms, Third Edition'', page 206. Aviation Supplies & Academics Inc, Newcastle Washington, 1997. ...

, a structure in aircraft design used to reduce drag and improve appearance *

Bicycle fairing A bicycle fairing also called recumbent fairing is a full or partial covering for a bicycle to reduce Aerodynamics, aerodynamic Drag (physics), drag or to protect the rider from the elements. It is more common to see recumbent bicycles with parti ...

, a type of fairing coverage for bicycles *

Motorcycle fairing A motorcycle fairing is a shell placed over the frame of a motorcycle, especially racing motorcycles and sport bikes, to deflect wind and reduce air drag. The secondary functions are the protection of the rider from airborne hazards and wind-induc ...

, a type of fairing applied to motorcycles *

Payload fairing A payload fairing or nose fairing is a nose cone used to protect a launch vehicle, spacecraft payload (air and space craft), payload against the impact of dynamic pressure and aerodynamic heating during launch through an atmosphere. An additiona ...

, an aerodynamic structure that encapsulates the payload of a rocket-powered launch vehicle * Cable fairing, a form of fairing applied to towed cables, primarily in marine environments

Other uses

Cornish fairing A Cornish fairing is a type of traditional ginger biscuit commonly found in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. "Fairing" was originally a term for an edible treat sold at fairs around the country, though over time the name has become associated w ...

, a type of ginger biscuit * China fairing, a type of porcelain figurine

Aerodynamics and hydrodynamics

Other uses

See also