2A-27-60: Flaps System:
1. General Description:
The flaps system for the Gulfstream V provides a means for the flight crew to
control the position and movement of the trailing edge flaps, in order to allow a
steeper approach and climb angles, and lower takeoff and landing speeds.
The flaps are manually operated, electrically controlled, hydraulically powered,
and mechanically actuated airfoils located on the inboard trailing edge of the left
and right wings. The single-slotted Fowler-type flaps are mounted on four flap
tracks attached to the rear beam of each wing. A single flap handle, located on the
center pedestal, controls flap extension and retraction. A hydraulic Power Drive
Unit (PDU), located on the torque box in the main landing gear wheel, actuates a
Horizontal Stabilizer System Controls and Indications
Figure 11
OPERATING MANUAL
PRODUCTION AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS 2A-27-00
Page 31
May 22/01
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