Title: Describe the purpose and operation of wing spoilers.
Course: Aircraft Pilot Training I (20053-I) > Section: Describing Flight Controls

Description should include the following concepts:

- Spoilers are used on the upper surface of the wing to spoil, or reduce, lift.
- Spoilers are extended immediately after touchdown to dump lift and thus transfer the weight of the aircraft from the wings onto the wheels for better braking performance.

PLT519

Process/Skill Questions:

- How do spoilers assist with landing?