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Fairing may refer to:


Aerodynamics and hydrodynamics

* Aircraft fairing, 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 aerodynamic drag or to protect the rider from the elements. It is more common to see recumbent bicycles with partial or full fairing. A bicycle ...
, 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, 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

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Cornish fairing A Cornish fairing is a type of traditional ginger biscuit commonly found in Cornwall, 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 with ginge ...
, a type of ginger biscuit * China fairing, a type of porcelain figurine


See also

* Fair (disambiguation) * Feiring (disambiguation) {{Disambiguation