PA.V.A — Task A — Steep Turns

References: FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-25; POH/AFM

Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with steep turns.

Knowledge — The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

PA.V.A.K1 How to conduct a proper steep turn.

PA.V.A.K2 Aerodynamics associated with steep turns, including:

PA.V.A.K2a a. Maintaining coordinated flight

PA.V.A.K2b b. Overbanking tendencies

PA.V.A.K2c c. Maneuvering speed, including the impact of weight changes

PA.V.A.K2d d. Load factor and accelerated stalls

PA.V.A.K2e e. Rate and radius of turn

Risk Management — The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:

PA.V.A.R1 Division of attention between aircraft control and orientation.

PA.V.A.R2 Collision hazards.

PA.V.A.R3 Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).

PA.V.A.R4 Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.

PA.V.A.R5 Uncoordinated flight.

Skills — The applicant exhibits the skill to:

PA.V.A.S1 Clear the area.

PA.V.A.S2 Establish the manufacturer's recommended airspeed; or if one is not available, an airspeed not to exceed the maneuvering speed (VA).

PA.V.A.S3 Roll into a coordinated 360° steep turn with approximately a 45° bank.

PA.V.A.S4 Perform the Task in the opposite direction, as specified by evaluator.

PA.V.A.S5 Maintain the entry altitude ±100 feet, airspeed ±10 knots, bank ±5°, and roll out on the entry heading ±10°.