• The Blériot Type XI
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    Blériot XI

    The control system used by Louis Blériot is the same as that used by most aircraft today.

    • Pitch: Control stick moved back and forth operates elevator.
    • Roll: Control stick moved side-to-side operates wing warping.
    • Yaw: Foot bar pivoted back and forth operates rudder.
  • The Blériot Type XI

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