Objective

Develop the student’s understanding of the maneuver to improve aircraft control and smoothness.

Elements

• setup, 1,500 ft dual / 2,000 ft solo
  • boost off, gas fullest, gear up, mix rich, prop 2400
  • entry airspeed of 110 knots
  • note 45° and 90° reference points
• entry: level?begin gradual climbing turn
  • at 45°: max pitch up, 15° bank, continue bank increase
  • at 90°: level pitch (nose slicing through horizon), 30° bank?begin gradual descending turn
  • minimum airspeed, maximum altitude for the maneuver
  • gradual reduction of bank
  • at 135°: max pitch down, 15° bank, continue bank reduction
  • at 180°: level, original airspeed and altitude?repeat in opposite direction for second half
  • consider torque effect in right and left turns?two halves should be symmetrical, with the same altitude gain
• standards
  • 30° bank at steepest point
  • constantly changing pitch and roll rates
  • altitude at 180° points ±100 ft from entry
  • airspeed at 180° points ±10 knots from entry
  • heading through 180° points ±10°

Schedule

Introduction	05
Main body	25
Application	05
Conclusion	05
Total	40 minutes

Equipment

• model aircraft
• standardization manual and operating handbook
• Airplane Flying Handbook

Instructor actions

In a guided discussion, explain the aerodynamics, procedures, and execution for lazy eights, using whiteboard illustrations and a model aircraft.

Student actions

Read appropriate chapter and complete homework assignment prior to the briefing. Participate in the guided discussion.

Standards

The student should be able to explain the aerodynamics, procedures, and execution for lazy eights.