Private Pilot Ground Reference
Clearing Turn and identify wind direction and velocity
Altitude- 1000 ft. AGL
Power-
50-60%
Airspeed-
100-110 KIAS
Trim- as needed
Select a
visual reference point
for the given maneuver
Locate the point
Approach the point with a
tailwind
Set up with a
1/2 mile - 1 mile radius from point
maintain airspeed
+ - 10 KIAS
, maintain altitude
+ - 100 ft
Setup-
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Turn Around a Point
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4.
maintain coordination
using rudder,
maintain equal radius
4. Make a
full 360 degree,
turn back to original heading (+ - 10°)
Note- Adjust the bank depending on the wind direction and velocity
-Steeper turns when you have a tailwind
-Shallow turns with a headwind
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