To remove the stabilator, disconnect the two halves of the tab from each other
and from the control rod, remove pins and bolts (7), then remove planes. To avoid
cover damage during operation, handle parts by their rigid components.
Reverse procedure for reinstallation applying a small amount of grease around
the torque tube, inside the stabilator connection to facilitate insertion and gently
tapping parts into position being careful not to deform outward ribs.
The stabilator control system is push-pull type (see fig. C-7) and is controlled
from the cabin via the control sticks. Control is transmitted through a push-pull
rod (1) linked to a bellcrank (2) and a shaft (3) that runs through the tail cone
supported at midsection by a bracket (4) and connected with the stabilator’s
torque tube through the aft bellcrank assembly (5).
All significant transmission elements such as bellcranks, pushrods, supports
and hinges can be easily accessed and inspected.
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TABILATOR CONTROL
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