Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Placing the center of gravity ahead of the aircraft’s center of lift improves longitudinal stability. Doing so provides more lateral stability since the aircraft’s Center of Gravity (CG) lies below the wings. A jolt from the side can trigger a Dutch roll when flying in gusty crosswinds or heavy turbulence.

Stability 52

Stability Center of Gravity Aileron Rudder 52

Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

From Student to Airline Transport Pilot Certificates, find the information you need for your aviation goals. Key Takeaways The FAA offers a range of pilot certificates, each designated for different levels of flying proficiency, including Student, Private, Commercial, and Airline Transport Pilot Certificates.

Pilot 52

Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Weather Center of Gravity 52

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

From simple mechanical linkages in small aircraft to high-tech fly-by-wire systems in airliners, ailerons have evolved with aviation itself. You might be surprised to learn that tiny four-seater Cessna 172s and 140-passenger Boeing 707 airliners both use simple cables for moving the ailerons and elevators!

Aileron 90

Aileron Weight-Shift-Control Rudder Longitudinal Axis 90