Unusual Attitudes

Objective: The student exhibits adequate knowledge of the elements relating to attitude instrument flying during recovery from unusual flight attitudes both nose high and nose low. The student must use proper instrument cross-check and interpretation, and applies the appropriate pitch, bank, and power corrections in the correct sequence to return the aircraft to a stabilized level flight attitude.

Procedure: (Nose High) * Increase Power * Apply forward elevator pressure to lower the nose and prevent a stall * Correct the bank by applying coordinated aileron and rudder pressure to level the miniature aircraft and center the ball of the turn coordinator * Level pitch attitude is indicated by the reversal and stabilization of the ASI and altimeter needles. * Straight coordinated flight is indicated by the level miniature aircraft and centered ball of the turn coordinator
Note* The corrective control applications are made almost simultaneously, but in the following sequence listed above.

(Nose Low) * If airspeed is increasing, reduce power to prevent excessive airspeed and loss of altitude. * Correct the bank attitude and coordinated aileron and rudder pressure to straight and level flight by referring to the turn coordinator. * Raise the aircrafts nose to level flight by applying smooth back elevator pressure * This whole procedure should be done smoothly and all controls should be moved simultaneously * The attitude indicator and turn coordinator should be checked to determine bank attitude and then corrective aileron and rudder pressure should be applied. * The ball should always remain centered to prevent slipping or skidding * After recovery return to your assigned altitude

Common Errors: * Failure to keep the aircraft properly trimmed. * Disorganization in the cockpit, can distract your attention and your not paying attention to your instruments. * Slow cross check and fixation * Attempting recovery by sensory sensations other than sight * Failure to practice basic instrument skills

PTS Tolerance: * Any intervention by the examiner to prevent the aircraft from exceeding any operating limitations, or entering an unsafe flight condition, shall be disqualifying.