S-Turns Along a Road

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Objective Two level 180° turns, equal radius on both sides of a road.	S-Turns Along a Road	Motivation Develops wind correction and precise turning control.
Elements Description: Bank vs turn rate Wind vs bank angle Procedure Coordination Back pressure		Procedure Pre-maneuver checklist Wings level, ≤ VA Enter on downwind, perpendicular to road Enter bank, steepest to shallow Wings level across the road Enter opposite bank, shallow to steep
Risk Management Terrain/Obstacles/CFIT Fixations Distractions Coordination	Common Errors Poor coordination Altitude gain/loss Poor timing in turns Inadequate wind correction Fixation on road Entry on upwind	Completion Standards 600-1000 ft. AGL Adequate wind drift correction Altitude ±100 ft. Airspeed ± 10 knots

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