flight feather

US /ˈflaɪt ˌfeð.ər/
UK /ˈflaɪt ˌfeð.ər/
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pluma de vuelo, rémige

one of the large, stiff, and asymmetrical feathers on the wing or tail of a bird, essential for flight

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The eagle soared high, its powerful wings propelled by strong flight feathers.
El águila se elevó alto, sus poderosas alas impulsadas por fuertes plumas de vuelo.
Scientists study the structure of flight feathers to understand avian aerodynamics.
Los científicos estudian la estructura de las plumas de vuelo para entender la aerodinámica aviar.