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Old June 9th 08, 03:17 AM posted to rec.aviation.student,rec.aviation.piloting
Michael Henry[_2_]
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Default Mechanics of Elevator Trim. In Detail.

Capt. Geoffrey Thorpe wrote:

I assume you are most familiar with the use of a servo tab. Can you name
at least two other ways that it is commonly done in light aircraft?


The J-3 Cub has a moving stabilizer. Although you specifically said
"light aircraft" it's interesting to note that many airliners also us a
moving stabilizer.

This and another method are mentioned in this article:

http://flighttraining.aopa.org/learn...rticle_pf.html