In flight mechanics, the elevator area represents the effective aerodynamic surface area of the horizontal stabilizer’s elevator control surface. It plays a crucial role in controlling the pitch motion of an aircraft. Denoted as Se, it is used in aerodynamic calculations and equations to determine elevator effectiveness and its contribution to pitch control. The elevator, typically located at the trailing edge of the horizontal stabilizer, helps regulate the aircraft’s pitch by altering the lift on the tail.
Where:
- F is the Stick Force in N,
- G is the Gearing ratio,
- Che is the Hinge Moment Coefficient,
- ρ is the density in kg/m3,
- V is the aircraft velocity in m/s,