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Old 2nd April 2012 | 00:56
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Intruder
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AFAIK, the load alleviation and/or flutter damping function is totally automatic, and has no "button" or other pilot control. The computers automatically operate the ailerons and/or spoilers as necessary.

The idea is to control loads at the wingtips to prevent undue stress on them.
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