Definition: Horizontal Stabiliser

Also known as the tail plane, this is a  fixed section at the rear of the aircraft that helps prevent excessive pitch. The elevator is connected to the horizontal stabiliser.

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Horizontal Stabiliser

Also known as the tail plane, this is a  fixed section at the rear of the aircraft that helps prevent excessive pitch. The elevator is connected to the horizontal stabiliser.

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