Question

The purpose of fuselage is ___________

(a) to provide space for cargo and passenger

(b) to provide thrust

(c) to provide high lift

(d) to increase maximum lift

I have been asked this question in an interview.

Asked question is from Geometry Sizing topic in portion Initial Sizing of Aircraft Design

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) to provide space for cargo and passenger

Easiest explanation: Main body of the aircraft is called fuselage. Fuselage is used to provide space for cargo, crew and passenger. Thrust is primarily provided by engines. High lift is generated through high lift devices.