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CA.V.E.S2FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Skills

Determine the approximate pivotal altitude.

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Determine the approximate pivotal altitude.

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The altitude that is appropriate for eights on pylons is called the “pivotal altitude” and is determined by the airplane's groundspeed. The pilot should estimate the pivotal altitude during preflight planning.

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 7 (pp. 7-15–7-17) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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