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Old 1st October 2010 | 01:52
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barit1
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Another consideration is the moment of inertia about the roll axis (ie spanwise mass distribution). If the wing is low aspect ratio and tapered, there's little roll inertia to overcome. OTOH if tip tanks are installed, roll inertia increases.

Further - if a biplane, four ailerons help!
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