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AI.IX.C.S1FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Clear the area.

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Clear the area.

Bottom line

Appropriate clearing procedures should precede the execution of all turns, including chandelles. In a high-wing airplane, momentarily raise the wing in the direction of the intended turn and look. In a low-wing airplane, momentarily lower the wing in the direction of the intended turn and look.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-30) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-37) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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