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PPL Course - (1) First Solo > Summary Of Flight Controls > Flashcards

Summary Of Flight Controls Flashcards

1
Q

What are the movements of a Throttle?

A

Open (push) / Close (pull).

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What is the control item/surface of a Throttle?

A

Increase / Decrease Engine RPM.

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What are the primary effects of the Throttle?

A

Increase / Decrease Thrust.

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4
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What is the purpose of the Throttle?

A

Increase / Decrease Airspeed.

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5
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What are the movements of a Control Yoke/Column (2)?

A
  • Rotate Left / Right.

- Forward / Backward.

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What is the control item/surface of a Control Yoke/Column (3)?

A
  • Left Aileron Up / Right Aileron Down.
  • Right Aileron Up / Left Aileron Down.
  • Elevator Up / Down.
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What are the primary effects of the Control Yoke/Column (2)?

A
  • Roll (bank) to Left / Right.

- Pitch (nose) Down / Up.

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What is the purpose of the Control Yoke/Column (2)?

A
  • Turn Left / Right.

- Descent / Climb.

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Q

What are the movements of a Rudder/Brake Pedals (2)?

A
  • Left / Right Pedal Forward.

- Left / Right Toe Brake Depressed.

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What are the control item/surface of a Rudder/Brake Pedals (2)?

A
  • Rudder to Left / Right.

- Activate Hydraulic Brake on Left / Right Wheel.

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What are the primary effects of the Rudder/Brake Pedals (2)?

A
  • Yaw to Left / Right.

- Brake Left / Right Main Wheel.

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12
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What is the purpose of the Rudder/Brake Pedals (3)?

A
  • Balance.
  • Stop.
  • To make tight turns.
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What are the movements of a Trim Wheel?

A

Forward / Backward Rotation.

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What is the control item/surface of a Trim Wheel?

A

Trim Tab Up / Down.

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What are the effects of the Trim Wheel?

A

Pitch (nose) Down / Up.

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16
Q

What is the purpose of the Trim Wheel?

A

Release Control Forces (to make flying easier for the pilot).

17
Q

What are the movements of a Flap Switch/Lever?

A

Switch moved Down / Up.

18
Q

What is the control item/surface of a Flap Switch/Lever?

A

Flaps Lowered / Raised.

19
Q

What are the effects of the Flap Switch/Lever (2)?

A
  • Increase Lift / Drag.

- Reduce Lift / Drag.

20
Q

What is the purpose of the Flap Switch/Lever?

A
  • Slower And Steeper Approach.

- Resume normal flying.

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