Lift Longitudinal Axis Pilot in Command 
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. When the aileron is deflected up on one side, lift is decreased on that wing. Also be familiar with freezing fog, ice fog and valley fog.
Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Key Takeaways Ailerons control the aircrafts roll by adjusting lift on each wing. Roll or bank is the aircrafts movement about its longitudinal axis. The pilot is able to control the aircrafts roll by turning the control yoke or sidestick in the cockpit. The aircrafts wing is able to generate lift due to its shape.
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