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Positive Control Check

Lesson Objective

The instructor will teach the procedure of the "Positive Control Check"

Regulatory Requirement

§61.87(i)(1)
Private Pilot Practical Test Standard II-C

Content

Purpose of the positive control check
Relation to aircraft assembly
Aileron check
Spoiler check
Elevator check
Rudder check

Completion Standards

When complete, the student will be able to demonstrate a satisfactory positive control chek

Prerequisite Study

Glider Flying Handbook, Page 6-4
Soaring Safety Foundation's Wing-Runner Course "Positive Control Check "

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