Trim and Yaw Damper Flashcards
1
Q
How are the trim tabs operated on a large aircraft?
A
Trim tabs on large aircraft are electrically powered
2
Q
What is the difference between a automatic pitch trim of a conventional plane to a airplane equipped with FBW?
A
On conventional airplanes automatic pitch trimming is only done when a/p is engaged
3
Q
What is the purpose of a Dutch roll filter?
A
To prevent yaw damper resisting pilot inputs or autopilot inputs
4
Q
What kind of inputs are done by the yaw damper and how is Dutch roll sensed?
A
The yaw damper makes small outputs with a high frequency. Dutch roll is sensed by the IRS
