CA.V.AFAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023
Steep Turns
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with steep turns. Note: See Appendix 3: Aircraft, Equipment, and Operational Requirements & Limitations for information related to this Task.
Bottom line
Load factors become significant to both flight performance and load on wing structure as the bank increases beyond approximately 45°.
FAA references
- PHAK Glossary (p. G-29) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-36) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-20) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-35) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
Knowledge
- CA.V.A.K1: How to conduct a proper steep turn.
- CA.V.A.K2: Aerodynamics associated with steep turns, including:
- CA.V.A.K2a: a. Maintaining coordinated flight
- CA.V.A.K2b: b. Overbanking tendencies
- CA.V.A.K2c: c. Maneuvering speed, including the impact of weight changes
- CA.V.A.K2d: d. Load factor and accelerated stalls
- CA.V.A.K2e: e. Rate and radius of turn
Risk management
- CA.V.A.R1: Division of attention between aircraft control and orientation.
- CA.V.A.R2: Collision hazards.
- CA.V.A.R3: Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
- CA.V.A.R4: Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
- CA.V.A.R5: Uncoordinated flight.
Skills
- CA.V.A.S1: Clear the area.
- CA.V.A.S2: Establish the manufacturer's recommended airspeed; or if one is not available, an airspeed not to exceed maneuvering speed (VA).
- CA.V.A.S3: Roll into a coordinated 360° steep turn with approximately a 50° bank.
- CA.V.A.S4: Perform the Task in the opposite direction.
- CA.V.A.S5: Maintain the entry altitude ±100 feet, airspeed ±10 knots, bank ±5°, and roll out on the entry heading ±10°.
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