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IR.II.A.K2FAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023Knowledge

Flight control systems.

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Flight control systems.

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Some of these mechanical failures can directly cause a departure from normal flight, such as asymmetrical flaps, malfunctioning or binding flight controls, and runaway trim. Upsets can also occur if there is a malfunction or misuse of the autoflight system.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 5, Mechanical Factors; Human Factors (p. 5-2) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. RMH Glossary — FAA-H-8083-2A
  3. RMH ch. 7 (pp. 7-3–7-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  4. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-30) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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