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Aerobatics: Aileron turn

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Defn: The a/c is rolls out of a vertical dive to a desired heading.

The manoeuvre is typically entered from:
  • a loop
  • a roll
  • a stall turn

AILERON TURN CHECKLIST

  • PERFORM HASELL CHECKS
  • ESTABLISH HEADING AND ALTITUDE
  • ESTABLISH BEST CLIMB SPEED
  • COMMENCE A LOOP
  • WHEN THE A/C HAS GONE OVER THE TOP AND IS DESCENDING
  • APPLY AILERON AND RUDDER
    ...in the intended direction of the roll
  • ROLL OUT ON THE DESIRED HEADING


Note: These checklists were written to aid enjoyment of flight simulation games. In no way should they be construed as advice on how to operate a real aircraft. Text © Peter Inglis, 1995.