Ailerons - the outside leading edge of a wing.

Rudder - controlled by two foot pedals. The rudder moves the plnae's nose left or right and is used for turning.

Elevator - moves the plane's nose up and down as it climbs or descends.

Roll - left or right tilting.

Vertical Axis - perpendicular or at a right angle to the plane of the horizon.

Lateral Axis - running or placed side by side.

Please send any comments to:
Curator:
Tom.Benson@grc.nasa.gov
Responsible Official: Kathy.Zona@grc.nasa.gov