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Positive Dynamic Stability

The tendency over time for an aircraft to return to a predisturbed state.

Dictionary Term

Positive Dynamic Stability

Definition

  • The tendency over time for an aircraft to return to a predisturbed state.

References

  • Powered Parachute Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2007
  • Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2008