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Old 30th August 2000 | 13:22
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Nishko
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fish No elevator....

This may sound like a childish question, but then some children asked me! I'm curious too, so here goes.....

If, hypothetically, the elevator cable snapped on a C152, could you continue to maintain control using the trim alone? I guess the answer is yes to the greater degree, due to the fact that the trim tab 'flies' the main surface. I wouldn't relish the thought of a controlled flair though! Would the elevator be a little prone to fluttering due to the lack of damping from the weight o the cables etc?

Thoughts.....

Nish.