Aircraft Systems

stabilizer trim

The adjustment of the horizontal stabilizer angle to balance the aircraft in pitch for all flight phases.

Quick answer: The adjustment of the horizontal stabilizer angle to balance the aircraft in pitch for all flight phases.

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Quick answer

The adjustment of the horizontal stabilizer angle to balance the aircraft in pitch for all flight phases.

Why it matters

stabilizer trim matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is stabilizer trim?

In this glossary, stabilizer trim refers to: The adjustment of the horizontal stabilizer angle to balance the aircraft in pitch for all flight phases.

How is stabilizer trim used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Stabilizer trim adjusted for climb, confirming proper pitch attitude and autopilot engagement."

Why does stabilizer trim matter in aviation?

stabilizer trim matters because it supports clear communication in Aircraft Systems contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses stabilizer trim?

stabilizer trim is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does stabilizer trim belong to?

In this glossary, stabilizer trim is grouped under Aircraft Systems. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

The adjustment of the horizontal stabilizer angle to balance the aircraft in pitch for all flight phases.

Operational example

Stabilizer trim adjusted for climb, confirming proper pitch attitude and autopilot engagement.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Aircraft Systems

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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