A balance rudder is an important component of airplane control that helps maintain stability during flight. It is also known as a stabilizing rudder, a trim tab, or a directional trim tab. A stabilizing rudder is designed to counteract the effect of changes in speed or direction on the aircraft. A trim tab is a small auxiliary control surface that is mounted to the trailing edge of a primary control surface, such as an elevator or a rudder. It helps to maintain a steady flight by adjusting the position of the control surface. A directional trim tab is a type of balance rudder that is specifically used to reduce the effort required to maintain a straight flight.