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manual reversion

UK/ˈman.j(ʊ).əl ɹɪˈvəː.ʃən/US/ˈmæn.j(əw).əl ɹɪˈvɚ.ʒən/

manual reversion noun: the actuation via purely mechanical means (using cables and/or pushrods) of one or more control surfaces that are usually controlled by hydraulics.

Noun

manual reversion (uncountable)

  1. The actuation via purely mechanical means (using cables and/or pushrods) of one or more control surfaces that are usually controlled by hydraulics.
    • In the event of a failure of both hydraulic systems A and B, the ailerons and elevators can be operated manually without hydraulic power (referred to as manual reversion). The rudder has no manual reversion capability but can be operated with the standby hydraulic system.1999, National Transportation Safety Board, “1.6.2 Boeing 737 Hydraulic System Information”, in Uncontrolled Descent And Collision With Terrain, USAir Flight 427, Boeing 737-300, N513AU, Near...

Questions about manual reversion

What does manual reversion mean?
Manual reversion means the actuation via purely mechanical means (using cables and/or pushrods) of one or more control surfaces that are usually controlled by hydraulics.
What part of speech is manual reversion?
Manual reversion is a noun.
How do you pronounce manual reversion?
Manual reversion is pronounced /ˈman.j(ʊ).əl ɹɪˈvəː.ʃən/ (UK).

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