The airload on the horizontal tailplane (tailload) of an aeroplane in straight and level flight:

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ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license - Principles of Flight - The airload on the horizontal tailplane (tailload) of an aeroplane in straight and level flight:

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Is in general directed downwards and will become less negative when the c.g. moves aft.

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Is in general directed downwards and will always become less negative in a linear fashion with increasing airspeed.

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Will in principle be zero on transport aeroplanes without an electronic flight control system (Fly- by-Wire) due to the trim system.

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Is in general directed upwards and will increase when c.g. is moved forward.

ATPL: The airload on the horizontal tailplane (tailload) of an aeroplane in straight and level flight:

Domanda 354, Principles of Flight - ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license