Entry into a Turn
Chapter 9.2
Objectives
To know how to observe the airspace before turning
To know how to properly engage a turn
To know what the reverse yaw is and how it happens
Lookout
Before starting a turn it is very important to do a LOOKOUT, in order to be efficient, you have to follow a procedure, giving priority to the airspace in the direction of the turn.
Turning Technique
The turn must be fluid and coordinated, beginning with the deflection of the aileron control in the intended direction, resulting in a rolling motion and the aircraft starts to turn in the direction of the steering.
Turning Technique
Initiate:
- The aircraft is first banked with the aileron control and then stabilized
- At the same time the adverse yaw is corrected with the rudder (center the ball!)
- By appropriate back pressure on the elevator control, maintain the starting altitude with the least possible deviation
Adverse Yaw
Questions
How do you confirm that airspace is clear?
- By announcing «Airspace left/right side clear» or something similar
With what control will a turn be engaged with?
- With the aileron control
Why is the reverse yaw generated when turning?
- Due to the different drag on the ailerons
How will the reverse yaw be compensated when entering a turn?
- By using the rudder in the direction of the turn
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