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Lesson Plans

Example Lesson Plan: Steep Turns​

Objective​

To perform one or two 360° level turns at 45° bank while maintaining a constant airspeed of less than VA, and maintaining coordination.

Motivation​

Help to improve situational awareness and develop skill in operating the airplane close the G and maneuvering limits.

Airmanship​

Lookout/clearing turns, blind spots, anchor points

Elements​

  1. Banking the airplane, horizontal component of lift
  2. Adverse yaw, induced drag
  3. Rudder with roll rate
  4. Enter below VA
  5. 360 degree turn
  6. Roll out, lead about 1/2 the bank angle
  7. Load factor

Common Errors​

  • Failure to clear the area
  • Excessive pitch change during recovery
  • Attempt to recovery prematurely
  • Failure to on on specified heading
  • Poor coordination

Completion Standards​

  • ±100 feet altitude
  • ±10 knots airspeed
  • ±5 degrees bank