POH / AFM
AQUILA AT01-100C
Section 7
AIRCRAFT DESCRIPTION
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FM-AT01-1010-103
A.08
A.06 (01.06.2018)
25.05.2020
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7.5 EMPENNAGE
The vertical and horizontal stabilizers, as well as the elevator and rudder are semi-monocoque
sandwich composite constructions. The shells are fabricated from a GFRP sandwich reinforced
by carbon fiber bands.
The horizontal stabilizer assembly is bonded directly to the fuselage and cannot be removed.
7.6 FLIGHT CONTROLS
The flight controls of the Aquila AT01-100 are of conventional design using a control column
and non-adjustable rudder pedals. The elevator and ailerons are controlled via push-pull-rods,
the rudder via cables.
The flaps and the trim system are electrically actuated.
7.6.1 Ailerons
The ailerons are controlled using push-pull-rods.
A bell crank in the middle of the main wing spar sets the differentiation of the ailerons.
Adjustable stops near the control column are used to limit the aileron deflection.
7.6.2 Elevator and Trim System
The elevator is controlled using push-pull-rods.
Adjustable stops near the control column are used to limit the elevator deflection.
The trim system is an electrically actuated spring trim. Even in a situation such as trim runaway,
the aircraft remains controllable, though the stick forces may become somewhat higher. The
trim is controlled by a spring-loaded switch. The trim indicator is located in the middle of the
instrument panel.
The take-off position of the trim is marked on the indicator.
Switch forward:
nose down
Switch aft:
nose up
In addition, the trim system is protected by a resettable circuit breaker.