Fear of Landing

JUNE 28, 2024

In the event of an unintentional left yaw, the pilot must immediately apply right rudder, that is, firmly apply pressure on the right rudder pedal. The key is to respond swiftly and with rather more right rudder than might be expected from pilots without experience with Fenestron-equipped helicopters. The weather was clear.

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Rudder Tail Lift Knot 99

Aerotime

JUNE 14, 2024

The PCU is the power control unit which provides power to the aircraft’s rudder. In a preliminary report the FAA said the 737 MAX “experienced a Dutch roll, regained control and post flight inspection revealed damage to the standby PCU”. The “nose may go left to right as the airplane simultaneously banks side to side”.

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Rudder Airlines Airline Airplanes 204

Inspire

JULY 17, 2024

Rossier, EAA 472091 This piece originally ran in Robert’s Stick and Rudder column in the June 2024 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. By Robert N. Last fall, my wife and I had an opportunity to take a balloon flight across the early morning skies in Tampa, Florida.

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Rudder Hangar 52

Thrust Flight

JULY 11, 2024

You’re greasing the landings, your flight instructor has finally stopped chirping on about your insufficient use of the rudder, and the crosswind is blissfully mellow. One day, you’re flying the pattern and feeling pretty good about things. Then, all of a sudden, your CFI says it’s time to taxi back to the ramp.

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Crosswind Rudder Thrust 52

Aerotime

MAY 10, 2024

Incidents earlier this year included a United Boeing 777-200 that lost a tire shortly after takeoff from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on March 7, 2024, and a preliminary report into an incident involving “stuck” rudders on a United 737 MAX 8.

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Airlines Airline Rudder Pilot 254

Ask a Flight Instructor

AUGUST 15, 2024

When landing I was slightly pointed left when I touched down I panicked and slammed on my right rudder and went off the runway and took out a run way light. Hello, Just to give some background I’m a student pilot with just over 60 hours. Today while solo in the pattern I made a mistake.

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Rudder Runway Pilot 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 21, 2024

After a thorough ground briefing, on the first power-on stall flight with a student, after clearing the air, I would have the learner do a stall with too much right rudder, enough that the ball was out one width. The next stall would be performed with no rudder. Not surprisingly, the Cessna 150 would break to the right.

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Rudder Airplanes Aileron Pilot 78

Jetwhine

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Seeking an endorsement, I was enrolled in the 15-hour tailwheel transition course at Stick and Rudder Aviation’s “Academy of Flight and Taildragmanship” in Watsonville, California. And then Paul asked me to make a no-rudder turn to the left. So, this was adverse yaw. My butt became the turn-and-bank’s ball.

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Rudder Airplanes Tail Pilot in Command 52

Plane and Pilot

JULY 9, 2024

While the original Ercoupes lacked a rudder and rudder pedals entirely, this example has had them installed as an aftermarket kit, making the airplane a bit more familiar for newcomers to fly. The unique H-tail reduces the left-turning tendencies during takeoff while also minimizing the weathervaning effect prevalent in crosswinds.

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Rudder Airplanes Crosswind Tail 83

Pilot Institute

APRIL 5, 2024

Your ailerons and rudder will be neutral once you’re in the crab position. We use the rudder to align the aircraft’s longitudinal axis with the centerline. Simultaneously, we apply ailerons opposite the rudder input. The pilot needs to hold aileron and rudder deflection the entire time.

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Crosswind Aileron Longitudinal Axis Rudder 52

Air Facts

JULY 15, 2024

In a left crosswind you need right rudder during your sideslip, then once on the ground you need left rudder to correct for the skipping and keep the aircraft centered. I finally learned to time the change of rudder direction better, straight as the nose wheel touches the ground, then as needed to stay upwind.

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Knot Crosswind Rudder Runway 74

Fear of Landing

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

I worked out later that I had been turning way too steeply and hard, holding a heap of top rudder to keep the nose up, so she flicked over the top when the wing let go. ZK-BVF on the rudder of an MDAC Traveller in a shed in Kairanga However, things were not as they seemed! The spin poster was on the wall behind the window shown.

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Rudder Turbulence Runway 52

Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 16, 2024

However, the wooden rudder and elevators need repairs due to warpage and tears, respectively. A “rotisserie” was then built to allow the volunteers to access the fuselage from any angle. Luckily, the fabric on the wings was in good condition, so with some sanding and a repaint, it can be reused.

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Horizontal Stabilizer Airfoil Rudder Stability 102

Flight Training Central

JANUARY 3, 2024

Even if you’re already an experienced pilot, this maneuver is a great way to keep your stick and rudder skills sharp. In our latest Video Tip of the Week, we walk through each step of the rectangular course, with in-cockpit video and 3D animations. The video clip is from Sporty’s 2024 Learn to Fly Course

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Rudder Cockpit Pilot 52

AV Web

MAY 10, 2024

This year, a series of safety incidents, including an aircraft losing a tire during takeoff and another involving “stuck” rudders, have propelled the carrier into media headlines.

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Rudder Airlines Airline 86

AV Web

MAY 10, 2024

This year, a series of safety incidents, including an aircraft losing a tire during takeoff and another involving “stuck” rudders, have propelled the carrier into media headlines.

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Rudder Airlines Airline 67

Flight Training Central

MARCH 4, 2024

The bank angle should be reduced gradually with coordinated aileron and rudder input. The pilot should roll the airplane into a medium-banked turn with coordinated aileron and rudder input. As the airplane turns onto the following base leg, the tailwind will decrease and becomes a crosswind.

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Groundspeed Crosswind Aileron Rudder 52

Gary's Flight Journal

DECEMBER 16, 2023

I decided to fly and work on my stick and rudder skills, no autopilot today. The weather here in Ocean City was perfect! I taxied out for runway two and completed my run up while listening to the buzz of traffic. Ocean city was indeed busy with school planes and transients coming in to enjoy a beautiful day at the beach.

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Approach Rudder Weather Runway 52

Pilot Institute

MAY 9, 2024

We counteract adverse yaw by applying rudder in the direction of the turn. The amount of rudder required depends on roll rate and airspeed. Airspeed and attitude change constantly, and we must change rudder input along with them. We apply right rudder to counteract the left-turning tendencies.

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Rudder Lift Aileron Drag 52

Inspire

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The full unit includes the simulated panel and a pair of rudder pedals. The ATC-510 Personal Flight Simulator was manufactured in the 1970s by Analog Training Computers Inc. The post EAA’s Attic — ATC-510 Personal Flight Simulator first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Rudder Hangar 40

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 13, 2024

An inspection was performed on the aircraft upon landing, and damage was discovered with the PCU (the power control unit, which also controls the rudder). The crew was able to regain control of the aircraft, and 55 minutes later, it landed safely on Oakland Airport’s runway 30.

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Rudder Tail Pilot Runway 134

Cranky Flier

APRIL 8, 2024

Oh and that one rudder issue on the MAX? While I haven’t seen it confirmed, I’ve seen it suggested this could have happened from a bird strike on takeoff. It’s unlikely the thing broke because of United’s maintenance.

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Rudder Lift Tail Runway 130

Inspire

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Lessons in maneuvering flight as shared from Robert’s Stick and Rudder column in the January 2021 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. The post Tale of Twin Tragedies first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Rudder Hangar 40

Inspire

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Right Rudder Aviation made a stop in Oshkosh on their tour of the United States showing off Pipistrel’s Panthera. The post Pipistrel’s Panthera Comes to Oshkosh first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Rudder Hangar 40

Safe Pilots

JANUARY 23, 2023

Bob Hoover was an amazing airshow performer, having first demonstrated new aircraft in the military and then thrilled crowds around the world with his amazing “stick and rudder” skills. But the heart of his presentation was an educational message of professionalism and careful excellence.

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Rudder Pilot 52

Flying Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

Historically, this tail configuration was intended to provide a clear area for jet exhaust, add redundancy to aircraft anticipated to sustain battle damage, or increase yaw authority by placing the rudders within the prop wash of wing-mounted engines.

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Stability Horizontal Stabilizer Tail Rudder 126

Vintage Aviation News

JULY 5, 2024

This safety pilot handled engine starting, re-lighting and fuel control.

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Cockpit Rudder Stability Pilot 119

Pilot Institute

JULY 12, 2024

It’s tempting to increase the bank angle and add some rudder to rotate the aircraft. Use the rudder pedals to maintain centerline. Anticipate the wind and stay sharp on the rudder. Make sure the rudder and brake pedals are still within reach! Performing the Rollout You’ve landed, but your job’s not over yet.

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Descent Weight-Shift-Control Crosswind Runway 52

Flight Training Central

MAY 30, 2024

Hardware setup considerations – There are many choices to make to determine your home setup; Yoke, joystick, rudders, control panels, avionics, etc. For those working with aircraft that use a standard yoke setup such as a Cessna Skyhawk or Piper Cherokee, we encourage yoke and rudder pedals as a basic equipment package to train with.

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Approach Final Approach Rudder Pilot 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 3, 2024

Second, excessive bank and bottom rudder are not your friends. Slowing, increasing the bank angle, and adding bottom rudder to tighten the turn can all be hazardous to your health. Establishing these targets then checking the flight instruments improves airspeed control and provides a cushion for pilot distraction and mistakes.

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Approach Airplanes Horizontal Stabilizer Pilot 73

Northstar VFR

AUGUST 18, 2023

During spin training, your instructor will put you in a stall and kick the rudder over to induce the spin. After a few rotations, they should kick the opposite rudder and push the nose down, essentially ending the spin.

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Checkride Rudder Airplanes Pilot 52

Flying Magazine

APRIL 29, 2024

One of the most unique features is what Sessler has labeled the “stick-and-rudder rating.” Once more users are on the platform, the explore page will develop into a more exciting experience as well with new features allowing you to discover active pilots on the platform.”

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Pilot Hangar Groundspeed Rudder 122

Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 17, 2024

From there, volunteers are continuing their work on the fuel tanks and building the aircraft’s rudders. The elevator for the aircraft is currently covered in fabric and is nearly ready to be painted as well after a few more coats of dope.

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Cockpit Rudder Tail Hangar 105

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

For heading corrections of five degrees or less, keep the wings level and use rudder pressure to change the heading. As the pitch attitude is raised, increase the power to the climb setting and use right rudder to keep the airplane from turning to the left. Adjustments of the climb attitude will be dictated by the indicated airspeed.

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Descent Altimeter Airplanes Approach 52

Jetwhine

DECEMBER 11, 2023

If I’m lucky, like I was last week, it is a Cessna 172 from the Fox Valley Tech program out practicing maneuvers and other essential stick and rudder skills. But when I hear a piston engine, I stop and look. On this day the lesson was clearly stalls and slow flight.

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Rudder Lift Jet Pilot 52

Flight Training Central

JANUARY 15, 2024

Maintain a ground track along the runway and extended centerline with coordinated use of rudder and aileron.Retract flaps after clearing all obstacles and establishing the recommended airspeed, climb out at Vy. Maintain Vx or manufacturer’s recommended airspeed until clear of obstacles and at least 50 feet above the surface.

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Density Altitude Indicated Airspeed Runway Lift 52

Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

When power was added, there were brief pitch oscillations before the plane departed the left side of the runway, as if P-factor and lack of right rudder input were present. NTSB ERA22LA393 shows an airplane slow on approach that flared high. In the docket of that report is an airport surveillance video that shows that event.

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Gross Weight Runway Airplanes Pilot 65