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differential aileron travel
Aileron movement in which the upward-moving aileron deflects a greater distance than the one moving downward. The up aileron produces parasite drag to counteract the induced drag caused by the down aileron. Differential aileron travel is used to counteract adverse yaw.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Aviation
- Category: Aircraft maintenance; Airframe
- Company: FAA
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