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PA.VII.D.K3FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge

Spin recovery procedure.

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Spin recovery procedure.

Bottom line

If a spin is entered, most manufacturers recommend immediately retarding both throttles to idle, applying full rudder opposite the direction of rotation, and applying full forward elevator/stabilator pressure (with ailerons neutral).

Key numbers

Key numbers for Spin recovery procedure.
NumberWhat it means
about 2.5 Gs in a proper spin recoveryRecovery G-load

FAA references

  1. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-18) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-36) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-44) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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