Steep Turn

Question 1

The QFI has just handed over the aircraft for you to demonstrate a steep turn, what are your actions?

Answer 1

Aviate the aircraft
1. Confirm correct power (53% for S&L)
2. ALAP cycle
3. Trim for hands off
4. Approximate 15% increase on current PWR (61% if 53% TQ)
3. Set the HDG Bug OR ground reference for level out
4. Lookout
5. Enter the turn

Question 2

On rollout from a steep turn, what are you actions?

Answer 2

1. Opposite roll
2. Sequentially reduce PWR to S+L (53%)
3. Lower the nose
4. BPT Trim

Question 3

What is the attitude for a 60º steep turn to the LEFT?

Answer 3

Horizon on corner of HUD corner and upper corner of HUD camera

Question 4

What is the attitude for a 60º steep turn to the RIGHT?

Answer 4

Horizon on top of HUD glass and through middle of HUD camera

Question 5

What is the attitude for a 45º steep turn in any direction?

Answer 5

Horizon on top of the HUD bracket to opposite corner

Question 6

As you enter the steep turn and pass 30º AoB, what are your immediate actions? What is the attitude that initiates them?

Answer 6

As the horizon passes through the mirrors: POWER - PULL

1. Apply/take half a fist of PCL
2. Pull back on the stick and lock in your arm to set the attitude