Regional Jet 200 ER/LR (CRJ200)
Confusion
Aircraft Equipment Problem Less Severe
Flight Crew Landed in Emergency Condition
Aircraft
We were on the LOC BC approach; at approximately 12 miles from the airport we had the airport in sight and continued it as a visual approach. Around 5 miles from the airport; the Captain; who was pilot flying; disconnected the autopilot. Soon after disconnecting the autopilot; he stated that the ailerons were extremely stiff and difficult to manipulate. Shortly after that we continued to land. I advised ATC and we landed without incident.
CRJ200 First Officer is informed by his Captain; when the autopilot is disconnected during approach; that the ailerons are very stiff. The approach is continued to a normal landing.