Can an Inverted V-Tail Provide Sufficient Control for a Model Aircraft?

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The discussion centers on the feasibility of using an inverted V-tail configuration with ruddervators for controlling a model aircraft, without the inclusion of ailerons or a horizontal stabilizer. Participants confirm that it is indeed possible to achieve controllability with a V-tail alone, despite the instability issues faced by the original poster. The conversation highlights the importance of design considerations in achieving stability and control in model aircraft.

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Hi Guys,
I am working on a design trying to control a model through inverted V-tail/ruddervators only. No aileron or horizontal stabilizer. Do you think it is possible as apparently I am facing instability issues. Any guidance in this regard would be helpful.

Thanks
 
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with the limited amount of data you have given us, all I can say is it is possible to have a controlable system with a Vtail olny
 

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