Does only have one elevator cause a pull to one side when used

[novicebutdeadly]

I was wondering if anyone has discussed whether using only one elevator (because the other one has been shot off) causes a roll motion to one side due to the asymmetrical force (caused by only 1 elevator being deflected) during pitch changes,

 

and if this has been modeled in game.

Edited January 5, 2017 by novicebutdeadly

[AndyJWest]

It should certainly occur in reality - some modern fighter aircraft use the stabiliser for roll control as well as pitch. As for whether it is modelled in the sim, I suspect it might be difficult to test, though I suppose you could try shooting your own tail off in one of the bombers, and see what happens...

[216th_Jordan]

As the FM is dynamic and airflow over individual parts is individually calculated I guess that it will produce such an effect. However it is likely that it is barely noticeable as it is close to the center axis of the plane.

[=TBAS=Sshadow14]

yes it does..

i can tell you as a RC model airplane flyer and builder.

If you have say duel elevator controls (1 servo per elevator) and 1 stops working everytime you pull plane will roll to one side and same when you dive.

This is HOW Vtail works all it is, is a Horizontal Stabilizer @100-130* to turn one goes up while other either, stays flat OR goes down.

As the FM is dynamic and airflow over individual parts is individually calculated I guess that it will produce such an effect. However it is likely that it is barely noticeable as it is close to the center axis of the plane.

Actually its very noticeable in real life planes..

Eg, if a cesna lost its entire left elevator & horizontal stab a quick pull on elevator would near flip the plane on its back in split second.
 

[MAJ_stug41]

I lost my left elevator in my p40 last week and definitely felt the loss of authority and asymmetrical influence.