Explanation should include the following concepts:
- Stability is the inherent quality of an aircraft to correct for conditions that may disturb its equilibrium and return to, or continue, an original flight path. It is primarily an aircraft design characteristic.
- The aerodynamic characteristics of the aircraft, its propulsion system, and its structural strength limit flight paths and attitudes.
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Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the difference between stability and controllability?