Aileron Pitot Tube Runway 
Plane and Pilot
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
In fact, the unusual pitot-tube location—it peeks out from the center of the prop spinner—was chosen to reduce fuselage-to-wing connections. On the walkaround, you doubtlessly noted the full-span flaperons (flaps plus ailerons as one unit). It’s also why the 20 gallons of fuel is carried in a robust tank behind the two seats.
Northstar VFR
OCTOBER 27, 2024
If ailerons affect the longitudinal axis of the plane, then how do they turn the plane? Ailerons control the roll of the plane by turning around its longitudinal axis. Ailerons (“little wings” in French) are like smaller wings attached to the trailing edges of the main wings. Mostly affects runways found next to bodies of water.
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Plane and Pilot
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Out in the practice area, I did some of my favorite beyond-ACS but still normal category exercises—alternating steep turns with full aileron deflection, extended low speed flight, and Dutch rolls to 45-degree bank each way, again with full aileron deflection. Then off to the other runway for a full stop.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
It can also disrupt sensors needed for flight safety, like the pitot tubes. If ice blocks a pitot tube, your aircraft’s instruments will provide inaccurate airspeed readings. Most aircraft are equipped with a pitot heater to prevent icing in the pitot tube.
Plane and Pilot
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
In fact, the unusual pitot-tube location—it peeks out from the center of the prop spinner—was chosen to reduce fuselage-to-wing connections. On the walkaround, you doubtlessly noted the full-span flaperons (flaps plus ailerons as one unit). It’s also why the 20 gallons of fuel is carried in a robust tank behind the two seats.
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