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Aircraft and systems

# Vertical stabilizer

TERM · Aircraft and systems

At a glance

## Meaning of Vertical stabilizer

The vertical tail surface contributing to directional stability.

### More about Vertical stabilizer

The vertical stabiliser helps the aircraft maintain directional stability. A movable rudder is usually fitted to its trailing edge to control yaw.

The fixed stabiliser and movable rudder are distinct components. The horizontal stabiliser has a different role, associated primarily with longitudinal stability and pitch.

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