14 CFR · Part 29
14 CFR § 29.151
Flight controls.
(a)
Longitudinal, lateral, directional, and collective controls may not exhibit excessive breakout force, friction, or preload.
(b)
Control system forces and free play may not inhibit a smooth, direct rotorcraft response to control system input.
Reflects the eCFR edition current as of September 29, 2026. Retrieved from ecfr.gov on October 16, 2026.
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