Final report - G-NPTF - Rudder

Following an extensive history of reports of stiffness within the rudder control system, the flight crew experienced rudder stiffness during the full and free control check prior to the flight. Aware of the recent maintenance interventions which were considered to have resolved the problem, the flight crew elected to continue with the flight. They subsequently encountered excessive rudder stiffness during the landing flare which rendered the rudder pedals almost immovable.

Final report – G-NPTF – Rudder

Final report - G-NPTF - Rudder