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What type of aircraft primarily uses tailhooks?

Commercial airplanes
Private jets
Aircraft carriers based planes
Helicopters

Answer

Tailhooks are primarily used on aircraft that are based on aircraft carriers. These aircraft need to be able to land on the carrier's deck, which is typically a very short runway. The tailhook is used to catch an arresting cable that is strung across the deck, which helps to slow the aircraft down and bring it to a stop.