Flight Controls Revision Questions

Question 1

In an aircraft with a flying tail, as the pilot moves the control column -

A. The tail plane moves and the elevator moves in the opposite direction
B. The tail plane moves and the elevator moves in the same direction
C. The tail plane moves and the elevator is faired
D. The tail plane is faired and the elevator moves

Answer 1

D. The tail plane is faired and the elevator moves

Question 2

Spoilers operate to assist roll control -

A. At low speeds only
B. At high speeds only
C. When selected by the pilot
D. Only when not being used as speed brakes
E. Over all normal operating speeds except maximum cruise speed

Answer 2

E. Over all normal operating speeds except maximum cruise speed