COMM.V.B — Steep Spiral (ASEL, ASES)

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

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• CA.V.B.K1Purpose of steep spirals.
• CA.V.B.K2Maintaining a constant radius about a point.
• CA.V.B.K3Effects of wind on ground track and relation to a ground reference point.

Risk Management

The applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks, encompassing:

• CA.V.B.R1Failure to divide attention between airplane control and orientation.
• CA.V.B.R3Low altitude maneuvering including, stall, spin, or CFIT.
• CA.V.B.R4Distractions, improper task management, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
• CA.V.B.R6Effects of wind.
• CA.V.B.R7Airframe or airspeed limitations.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• CA.V.B.S1Clear the area
• CA.V.B.S2Select an altitude sufficient to continue through a series of at least three 360° turns.
• CA.V.B.S4Apply wind-drift correction to track a constant radius circle around selected reference point with bank not to exceed 60° at steepest point in turn.
• CA.V.B.S5Divide attention between airplane control, traffic avoidance, and the ground track, while maintaining coordinated flight.
• CA.V.B.S6Maintain the specified airspeed, ±10 knots and roll out toward an object or specified heading, ±10°, and complete the maneuver no lower than 1,500’ AGL.