7.9. Turns and Turns To Headings

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7.9.1. Objective. Maintain smooth, coordinated flight in turns to specific headings.

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7.9.2. Description. Normally, limit bank to 30 degrees to reduce the possibility of spatial disorientation.

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7.9.3. Procedure. Apply coordinated aileron and rudder in the direction of the turn. Refer to the EADI for bank information. In level turns, maintain constant altitude and airspeed by cross- checking the EADI and performance instruments. Increase the power and pitch attitude, as necessary, to counteract the loss of lift when the aircraft is banked. For a 30-degree bank turn, increase torque approximately 3% and pitch ½ degree. Apply corrections when the flight instruments indicate a deviation. When the desired bank is reached, it may be necessary to exert slight aileron pressure in the opposite direction to prevent over-banking. Maintain the desired AOB. Adjust power to hold a constant airspeed. As the bank is established, a small increase in power is usually required. Reverse these procedures to return to straight-and-level flight.

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