What is a 2 axis ultralight?
In simple terms, a 2-axis ultralight is one which does not have any ailerons. Conventional fixed wing aircraft have three axis of control; pitch (up-down), yaw (left-right), and the roll or banking function which is provided by ailerons. When the pilot properly coordinates the yaw and roll controls, a balanced turn results. The 2-axis ultralight has yaw and roll control combined into a single “turn” control. The two axis are pitch and turn, with turning induced by rudder(s) on a fixed wing, weight shift on trikes, or in the case of a powered parachute, by control lines. A hot air balloon would be a 1-axis aircraft. 🙂 Eliminating ailerons saves weight, cost, complexity, and simplifies training, and breakdown for trailering. The 2-axis ultralight adds an element of safety because they are inherently spin proof. However, in the area of crosswind landings and flying in turbulence, the 3-axis aircraft is usually superior. Some 2-axis types cannot take any crosswind on landing but others c
