sustained G-loading turn, the turn rate will increase up to 22 degrees per second with noticeably
decreasing of turn radius. By keeping the aircraft at AoA close to maximum you can hold this turn
radius and maintain a sustained turn with a constant airspeed 600 km/h. Using such a maneuver will
help either achieve a positional advantage or to break a bandit off your six.
Figure 85: Typical turn rate vs KIAS "dog house" plot of a modern fighter
Sustained and Instantaneous Turns
An instantaneous turn is characterized by high turn rates and airspeed loss during maneuvering. The
airspeed loss is due to the significant drag generated by the high G and AoA levels. AoA and G
loading factors can often reach their maximum, allowable values in a "max-performance",
instantaneous turn. Although it will slow your aircraft down, it is the fastest way to get your nose on
a target. You may be in an energy-hole after doing so though.
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