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Craig Lindsay 18th June 2008 03:31 PM

Singapore A380
 
Ive noticed over the past couple of weeks when the A380 is parked near general holmes drive, the the rudder on the vertical stabilizer is always turned to the right.Is there a reason for this?

Lukas M 18th June 2008 03:32 PM

I also notice all A320's doing this while parked

Brad L. 18th June 2008 03:45 PM

When the hydraulics are off, the control surfaces are free to move. It is the wind that blows the rudder sideways. You'll also notice the ailerons and elevator 'droop' too!

Nigel C 18th June 2008 07:31 PM

In a stiff breeze, the Boeings do it too.

Adam P. 18th June 2008 11:12 PM

So do the Saabs!

Brad - you posted something!http://www.dmjwilliams.co.uk/images/...lies/blink.gif

Chris B. 20th June 2008 08:22 AM

That's because something about the Airbus got posted. ;)

Adam P. 20th June 2008 09:17 AM

Bourno! You posted something! http://www.dmjwilliams.co.uk/images/...lies/blink.gif

Ryan Hothersall 20th June 2008 09:25 AM

Airbus
 
I thought there would be a control lock to stop the rudder etc flapping about in the breeze and causing possible damage.

Nigel C 20th June 2008 12:36 PM

Perhaps less damage caused if they're left to slowly weathervane around? Just a thought.

Grant Smith 20th June 2008 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adam P. (Post 7377)

That's because you posted something about Brad posting something...

;)


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