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State the difference between Supersonic Aerofoil and Supercritical Aerofoil.

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To remember: Supersonic aerofoils are thin and sharp like a knife to slice through supersonic shockwaves. Supercritical aerofoils are flat on top to delay shockwaves and save fuel on commercial passenger flights.
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