Revision 4 - 4/02/2018
Maneuvering During Slow Flight
Objective: To teach the student to recognize changes in aircraft flight
characteristics and control effectiveness at critically slow airspeeds in various
configurations.
Procedure:
1. Perform this maneuver so that the recovery takes place at or above 2000’
AGL.
2. Complete CRAGS.
3. Reduce power to 1500 RPM and turn carburetor heat ON.
4. Pick a visual reference point to assist in maintaining heading.
5. Below 85 KIAS, extend flaps to full.
6. When the airspeed is approximately 10 KIAS above the target airspeed,
add power.
*Power settings may vary based upon aircraft loading and density altitude.
7. Maintain target airspeed +5 KIAS, -0 KIAS.
8. Turns, climbs, and descents should be practiced.
9. To recover:
a. Smoothly apply full power and apply rudder smoothly to maintain
heading and coordination.
b. Turn carburetor heat OFF.
c. Adjust the pitch and trim accordingly to maintain altitude.
d. Retract the flaps to 20°.
e. As the aircraft accelerates through 60 KIAS, retract the flaps.
10. After the maneuver is complete, trim the aircraft for cruise.
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