Sec. 25.177 - Static lateral-directional stability.
(a)-(b) [Reserved] (c) In straight, steady sideslips, the
aileron and rudder control movements and forces must be substantially
proportional to the angle of sideslip in a stable sense; and the factor of
proportionality must lie between limits found necessary for safe operation
throughout the range of sideslip angles appropriate to the operation of
the airplane. At greater angles, up to the angle at which full rudder is
used or a rudder force of 180 pounds is obtained, the rudder pedal forces
may not reverse; and increased rudder deflection must be needed for
increased angles of sideslip. Compliance with this paragraph must be
demonstrated for all landing gear and flap positions and symmetrical power
conditions at speeds from 1.13 V (d) The rudder gradients must meet the
requirements of paragraph (c) at speeds between V [Amdt. 25-72, 55 FR 29774, July 20, 1990; 55 FR
37607, Sept. 12, 1990; Amdt. 1-49, 67 FR 70827, Nov. 26, 2002] |