When flight controls are split, which surfaces are controlled by the left-side controls?

When flight controls are split, which surfaces are controlled by the left-side controls?

• A. Ailerons and right elevator
• B. Spoilers and left elevator
• C. Rudder only
• D. Left elevator and right elevator

Answer: (B)

Split flight controls distribute control authority between the two pilots, assigning specific surfaces to each side. In this case, the left-side controls govern the left elevator and the spoilers. The left elevator adjusts pitch by moving the horizontal stabilizer on the left side, while the spoilers control lift and drag on the left wing, aiding roll and descent when needed. This arrangement fits the concept of a split system where the left seat has responsibility for those surfaces, while other surfaces (like the right elevator and others such as ailerons or rudder) are governed by the opposite side.

Split flight controls distribute control authority between the two pilots, assigning specific surfaces to each side. In this case, the left-side controls govern the left elevator and the spoilers. The left elevator adjusts pitch by moving the horizontal stabilizer on the left side, while the spoilers control lift and drag on the left wing, aiding roll and descent when needed. This arrangement fits the concept of a split system where the left seat has responsibility for those surfaces, while other surfaces (like the right elevator and others such as ailerons or rudder) are governed by the opposite side.