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Principles of Flighthard#550

Aileron reversal at high speed occurs when:

A

The pilot applies insufficient aileron

B

Wing twist from aileron loads overpowers the aileron rolling moment, rolling the aircraft in the opposite direction

Correct
C

The ailerons mechanically jam

D

The hydraulic system fails

Explanation

At very high speeds, the aerodynamic force on a deflected aileron can twist the wing sufficiently to reverse the net rolling effect.

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