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F-14 Vertical Stabilizer
The F-14 is equipped with two vertical tail planes (VTP) which ensure sufficient longitudinal stability of the aircraft. Both VTP have a rudder and each is actuated by a single hydraulic actuator. The VTP are not parallel to each other as shown in the graphic below.
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