{"product_id":"aircraft-gust-locks-external-control-surface-protection-set-6061-machined-aluminum","title":"Aircraft Gust Locks External Control Surface Protection Set 6061 Machined Aluminum","description":"\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven if your aircraft has an internal control lock installed, wind can still place stress on control linkages, hinges, pushrods, and stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur precision-machined 6061 aluminum external gust locks provide an additional layer of protection  securing control surfaces directly and reducing strain caused by wind loading while parked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for aircraft that spend time on ramps, tie-downs, or in exposed environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy External Gust Locks Matter\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMany aircraft use internal yoke or stick locks. While those prevent cockpit control movement, they do not eliminate aerodynamic loading on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAileron linkages\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePushrods and bellcranks\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHinge brackets\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl stops\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevator and rudder assemblies\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\nStrong gusts can still transfer force through the system.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExternal gust locks:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmobilize the control surface directly\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce stress transfer through the linkage system\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide backup protection if an internal control lock fails or loosens\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\nRedundant protection is smart protection.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber-backed contact surfaces to protect paint\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel bolt hardware for corrosion resistance\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum thumb grip for quick, tool-free tightening\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes high-visibility Remove Before Flight streamers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\r\n\r\nBuilt for real-world ramp conditions.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-Profile, Travel-Ready Design\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and lightweight\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy cockpit storage\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits flight bags\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for cross-country pilots\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize - 6\" x 6\" x 1\/2 with rubber. \r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\nDesigned for operators who park outside and move frequently.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrevent Damage From:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh wind gusts\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorm fronts\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRamp turbulence\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasonal weather\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnsecured tie-down environments\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAircraft parked outdoors\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRamp and tie-down operations\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraveling pilots\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlight schools\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgricultural aircraft\r\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtility and bush operators\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 0.25X6X6\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eSHOP.AERO","offers":[{"title":"13-26523 \/ GUST1","offer_id":52654093566244,"sku":null,"price":426.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/eshop.aero\/products\/aircraft-gust-locks-external-control-surface-protection-set-6061-machined-aluminum","provider":"eSHOP.AERO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}