gust lock

Noun

(aviation) A device used to lock the control surfaces of a parked aircraft in order to reduce the probability of flight-control damage resulting from strong or gusty winds.

Japanese Meaning

航空機の駐機中、操縦面を固定し、強風などによる飛行制御装置の損傷リスクを低減するための装置

What is this buttons?

Before taxiing, the pilot removed the gust lock to ensure full movement of the ailerons.

Google Translation / DeepL Translation

地上走行前に、パイロットは補助翼が自由に動くように操縦面固定装置を取り外した。

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(aviation) A device used to lock the control surfaces of a parked aircraft in order to reduce the probability of flight-control damage resulting from strong or gusty winds.

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