Eurocopter EC145 The Eurocopter EC145 is a twin‑engine, medium utility helicopter built in Germany for civil and military use. Known for a spacious cabin and versatile mission fit—EMS, SAR, law enf…
Eurocopter EC225 Super Puma Mk-2 A twin‑engine, medium‑lift helicopter developed in France as an evolution of the AS332 Super Puma; used for offshore transport, SAR, medevac and military support, later marketed as…
Eurocopter UH-72 Lakota Light twin‑engine utility helicopter (UH‑72 Lakota) derived from the EC145, used by the U.S. Army for training, medical evacuation and support roles; built in the United States by…
Eurostar — High-speed passenger rail linking the UK with continental Europe Eurostar Eurostar is the international high-speed passenger rail service connecting London and southeastern England with major cities in France and Belgium via the Channel Tunnel.
Euston railway station, London Euston railway station Major central London rail terminus and transport interchange in the London Borough of Camden; southern terminus of the West Coast Main Line with extensive Underground and bus conne…
Euston Square tube station Central London Underground station on the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines, close to University College London and within walking distance of Euston mainline stati…
Euston tube station (London Underground) Euston tube station Underground station beneath Euston mainline station in central London, served by the Victoria and both branches of the Northern line. Major Zone 1 interchange, not to be confused w…
Evacuation slide (aircraft emergency slide) Evacuation slide Inflatable slide used to evacuate aircraft quickly; designed to deploy from doors or overwing exits, sometimes doubling as life rafts and subject to regulatory requirements and reg…
Exeter St Davids railway station — overview, history and services Exeter St Davids railway station Major railway station serving Exeter, England. Victorian origins (opened 1 May 1844), a regional junction for intercity and local services, and the second busiest station in Devon.
Expo MRT Station — interchange serving Singapore Expo (CG1 / DT35) Expo MRT station Expo MRT Station (CG1/DT35) is an interchange on Singapore’s MRT network serving the Singapore Expo complex and surrounding precinct, linking the East West and Downtown Lines.
Falcon Heavy — SpaceX heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle Falcon Heavy Falcon Heavy is a partially reusable heavy-lift rocket developed by SpaceX. It combines three Falcon 9 cores to lift large payloads to Earth orbit and beyond and has had several co…
Far East Air Transport Flight 103 (1981) — in-flight breakup after decompression Far Eastern Air Transport Flight 103 A 1981 Far East Air Transport Boeing 737-200 suffered an explosive decompression and disintegrated shortly after departure from Taipei Songshan en route to Kaohsiung; investigators…
Farmway LRT Station (SW2), Sengkang — Singapore light rail stop Farmway LRT Station Farmway LRT Station (SW2) is a stop on the Sengkang LRT Line in Sengkang, Singapore. Opened 15 November 2007, it serves local residential areas as part of the automated LRT network…
Farrer Park MRT station (NE8) — North East Line, Singapore Farrer Park MRT station Underground station on Singapore's North East Line (NE8) at the northern edge of Little India, serving Kallang and Rochor. Provides entrances to nearby shopping, cultural sites and…
Farringdon station — London Underground and National Rail interchange Farringdon station Farringdon is a central London transport hub in Clerkenwell linking Underground lines, Thameslink and the Elizabeth line. It serves the City and Islington and was significantly upg…
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge Second Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul connecting Europe and Asia. A 1,510 m suspension bridge carrying eight lanes of the E80, named for Mehmed the Conqueror and opened in 1988.
Felixstowe railway station Passenger rail terminus serving Felixstowe in Suffolk, England; terminus of the Felixstowe Branch Line with local services operated by Greater Anglia and links to Ipswich and the n…
Fenchurch Street railway station Central London terminus in the City of London, operated by c2c, serving commuter routes to east London and Essex. Notable for its compact footprint and lack of a direct Tube interc…
Fernvale LRT Station (SW5) — Sengkang LRT West Loop Fernvale LRT Station Fernvale LRT Station (SW5) is an elevated automated light-rail stop on the West Loop of the Sengkang LRT in Singapore, serving the Fernvale residential precinct and notable for its…
Ferrari F50 — mid‑engined V12 sports car (1995–1997) Ferrari F50 A limited-production Ferrari built to mark the company's 50th anniversary: a two-seat, mid-engined, open-top supercar with a race-derived V12, produced in 1995–1997 and prized by c…
Ferry (water transport vessel) Ferry A ferry is a vessel that carries passengers, vehicles and cargo across rivers, lakes and seas. This article covers types, design, routes, public-transport roles, safety, and notabl…
Fiat 500 (Cinquecento): Italy's compact city car and its revival Fiat 500 Overview of the Fiat 500: Dante Giacosa's compact city car produced 1957–1975, its design, variants, cultural role and the 2007 Nuova 500 retro-styled revival.
Fiat Croma A large five-door car nameplate used by Fiat for two distinct models: a 1985–1996 large family hatchback (facelift 1991) and a 2005–2010 large MPV/crossover-like model.
Fiat Doblò Compact panel van and passenger van introduced by Fiat in 2000, designed for light commercial use and family transport; offered in cargo and passenger forms with flexible loading,…
Fiat Ducato A durable light commercial vehicle series first launched in 1981, the Fiat Ducato is offered as vans, minibuses and chassis cabs and is developed in cooperation with Citroën and Pe…
Fiat Fiorino Compact light commercial vehicle produced by Fiat since 1977. The Fiorino is a small van built in multiple generations for urban delivery, trades and passenger use, known for its c…
Fiat Marea Mid-size family car produced by Fiat from 1996–2002, offered as a four-door saloon and an estate (Weekend); replaced earlier Tempra and Croma models and was later succeeded by the…
Fiat Panda Compact, practical city car produced by Fiat since 1980. Noted for its boxy design, flexible interior, economical engines and 4x4 variants. Three generations and a variety of body…
Fiat Punto — compact supermini produced in three generations Fiat Punto Compact supermini by Fiat produced in three generations from 1993. Known for economical engines, hatchback practicality and sportier Abarth variants; more than nine million units b…
Fiat Stilo — Fiat's compact car (2001–2007) Fiat Stilo Compact C‑segment hatchback produced by Fiat from 2001 to 2007. Available in hatchback and estate variants with petrol and diesel engines; known for modest European sales and a tec…
Fiat Tempra — compact family car (1990–1996) Fiat Tempra Compact family car produced by Fiat from 1990 to 1996. Offered as four‑door saloon and estate, the Tempra succeeded the Regata and was later replaced by the Marea; known for practi…
Fiat Ulysse — large family MPV (1994–2010) Fiat Ulysse Seven-seat multi-purpose vehicle produced by Fiat in two generations (1994–2010), born of a PSA–Fiat joint venture. Known for flexible seating, shared platforms with Peugeot and Ci…
Finsbury Park station Major north London transport interchange serving National Rail and the Piccadilly and Victoria lines, with two bus stations and multiple entrances beside Finsbury Park in Travelcar…
Fire engine — design, equipment, history and types Fire engine A fire engine is a specialized emergency vehicle that transports firefighters and tools for firefighting and rescue. This article summarizes its equipment, common types, historical…
First class (aviation) The highest cabin grade on many airliners, offering enhanced space, service, privacy and premium amenities; found on select long-haul and some short-haul aircraft.
First Hull Trains First Hull Trains is a UK open‑access rail operator running scheduled services between London King's Cross and Hull, jointly owned by FirstGroup and Renaissance Trains and focused…
First ScotRail First ScotRail was the trading name used by FirstGroup for its operation of the ScotRail passenger franchise in Scotland, responsible for regional and intercity services and day-to…
Fishburn (store ship of the First Fleet) Fishburn (ship) Fishburn was a Whitby-built storeship (1780) that sailed with the First Fleet to Australia in 1787–88, transporting supplies for the new penal colony under Master Robert Brown.
Fishing trawler A fishing trawler is a commercial vessel that deploys trawl nets to harvest fish and shellfish. Article covers types, gear, history, operations, uses, and environmental and regulat…
Fixed-wing aircraft Fixed-wing aircraft—commonly called airplanes—are heavier-than-air vehicles with rigid wings that produce lift from forward motion. Overview of design, history, types, and uses.
Flag carrier (national airline or shipping line) Flag carrier A flag carrier is a transport company — most often an airline or shipping line — that represents a country, traditionally government-owned or state-designated and often enjoying sp…
Flag of convenience (shipping) Flag of convenience A flag of convenience is the national registration a merchant ship flies; owners often choose registers with lower costs or looser rules. This article explains how it works, reason…
Flagstaff railway station (Melbourne) Flagstaff railway station Underground commuter station in Melbourne's central business district, adjacent to Flagstaff Gardens; part of the City Loop and a hub for suburban rail, trams and pedestrian access…
Flatbed Truck: Design, Types, Uses and Safety Flatbed truck A flatbed truck (flatbed lorry in British English) is a vehicle with an open, level bed for carrying oversized, irregular or heavy loads; this article explains types, uses and safe…
Flatboat: simple flat-bottomed cargo craft of inland rivers Flatboat A flatboat is a rectangular, flat-bottomed vessel with square ends used historically on inland rivers to carry freight and passengers downstream; often built crudely and dismantled…
Fleet A fleet is a group of vessels, vehicles, or aircraft operated together or owned by a single organization; the term also denotes swiftness and appears in place names and cultural us…
Flight: Principles, Types, History, and Uses Flight Overview of flight: aerodynamic principles, natural and mechanical forms, historical milestones, common uses, distinctions between atmosphere and space, and contemporary trends in…
Flight number Identifier assigned by an airline to a scheduled or special service; distinguishes a specific flight when combined with carrier and date and is distinct from an aircraft registrati…
