Aerotime

APRIL 3, 2025

Largely gone are the days when pilots had to manually control their aircraft from engine start-up to shut down by keeping their hands rigidly fixed on the controls at all times. As a result, the first autopilot was developed to introduce an element of control on the trajectory of airplanes. What is an autopilot?

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Weight-Shift-Control Cockpit Pilot Stability 317

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

These control surfaces dictate the aircraft’s roll, and this allows it to bank smoothly through turns or even recover from turbulence. Have you ever wondered how pilots keep control at high speeds, during stalls, or even when systems fail? Key Takeaways Ailerons control the aircrafts roll by adjusting lift on each wing.

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Aileron Weight-Shift-Control Rudder Longitudinal Axis 90

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Fatigue, jet lag, and long flights are tiring, but good habits are your best defense. Try adding these exercises to your routine: Strength training: Do bodyweight exercises like push-ups and squats, or work out with resistance bands and weights. Loosen any tight grip on the controls or pen to ease physical tension.

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Pilot Weight-Shift-Control Cockpit Airplanes 52