Airplane Maneuvers - Turns Around a Point

Objective:

To further perfect the student’s turning technique. To perfect the ability to subconsciously control the airplane while dividing attention between the flightpath and ground references. To teach the student that the radius of a turn is a distance which is affected by the degree of bank used when turning with relation to a definite object. To develop a keen perception of altitude. To perfect the student’s ability to correct for wind drift while in turns.

Content:

Before Flight:

Review S-Turn principles
Review applicable aircraft performance information
Maximum bank during the maneuver should not exceed 45°

During Flight:

Student will select a specific point, such as isolated trees, crossroads, or other small landmarks
Student will enter the maneuver downwind and a selected distance from the reference point
Student will fly a circle around the selected point while remaining the same distance from that point all the way around the circle using changing bank angles to correct for wind

See AFH C. 6-7

See AFH Figure 6-6

Completion Standards:

The lesson is complete when the student demonstrates knowledge through a written or oral exam and is able to perform turns around a point to the satisfaction of the instructor and in accordance with the current Practical Test Standards for the student’s stage of training.

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