Lazy Eights

Question 1

Purpose

Answer 1

• develops smoothness and coordination of controls while using changing airspeed, pitch, and bank
• it is the only maneuver in which at no time will there be constant control pressure

Question 2

Altitude

Answer 2

Select an altitude that will allow the maneuver to be performed no lower than 1,500 feet AGL.

Question 3

Reference points

Answer 3

• 45 degrees, 90 degrees, and 135 degrees

Question 4

Entry Procedure

Answer 4

• straight and level

- cruise

Question 5

Pitch and bank at key points

Answer 5

• 45 = max pitch up/ around 15 degrees of bank
• 90 = level pitch/max bank/minimum airspeed/maximum altitude
• 135 = max pitch down/15 degrees of bank