Yoke (aeronautics)

The yoke, the means for controlling in particular of aircraft, where the longitudinal and transverse axis. Arranged it is in the cockpit central front of the pilot, and has handles for both hands. The control signal is transmitted either mechanically or by means of a fly-by -wire system to the control surfaces. In a classical control horn design, the forces acting on the aircraft during flight, are transmitted in the form of resistance and a rash on the control unit. When sidestick due to lack of mechanical coupling eliminates this feedback - these forces are therefore comparable generates a force feedback function artificial. Sidesticks be used in fighter aircraft and in many Airbus aircraft of the company.

In many submarines a control horn is also used.

In English, the control horn is called a " Yoke ".