Technique - The Steep Turn
Time for some fighter-pilot fun
After the repetitive nature of the rectangular course and the turn around a point, the steep turn—which is a performance maneuver, not a ground reference maneuver—will seem more fun than work. When you are comfortable with executing a turn in one direction, you’ll work on rolling into a second turn in the opposite direction. These steps describe a turn in one direction only. A steep turn magnifies inappropriate turning technique, so good habits are imperative.
William K. Kershner’s Student Pilot Flight Manual notes that the only difference between a steep turn and a normal turn is the steepness of the bank. It may not seem that way the first few times you try it, but it’s true. As with the normal turn, understanding the aerodynamic factors at work will help you.
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