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Coupled ailerons and rudder

Rudder and ailerons are connected with interconnected springs in order to counteract adverse yaw. Can be overridden if it becomes necessary to slip the aircraft.

Dictionary Term

Coupled ailerons and rudder

Definition

  • Rudder and ailerons are connected with interconnected springs in order to counteract adverse yaw. Can be overridden if it becomes necessary to slip the aircraft.

References

  • Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge · Federal Aviation Administration · 2023