Stalls
Stall training develops recognition of high angle of attack, understanding of aerodynamic stall behavior, coordinated aircraft control, and disciplined recovery.
An aerodynamic stall occurs when a wing exceeds its critical angle of attack. It is not tied to one universal indicated airspeed, because configuration, load factor, weight, maneuvering, and other conditions affect when a stall occurs.
Stall practice should follow the procedures, limitations, training standards, and instructor guidance applicable to the aircraft being flown.
Stalls skills
- Stall Recovery — The fundamental principles of recognizing and recovering from an aerodynamic stall.
- Power-On Stall — Stall recognition and recovery in a condition associated with takeoff, departure, or climb.
- Power-Off Stall — Stall recognition and recovery in a condition associated with approach or landing.
- Approach to Stall — Recognizing and responding to a developing stall condition.
What pilots practice
Depending on the aircraft, training objective, conditions, applicable standards, and instructor guidance, this area may involve:
- critical angle of attack
- aircraft-specific stall indications
- control effectiveness near the stall
- coordination and yaw control
- reducing angle of attack during recovery
- avoiding secondary stalls
Practice and proficiency
Individual flying skills can become less familiar when they are not practiced regularly. The appropriate practice interval is personal and depends on experience, aircraft, operating environment, training, and the type of flying a pilot does.
Last Practiced lets pilots record when they practiced individual skills and set personal Practice Targets for skills they want to revisit.
Practice Targets are personal reminders. They do not establish regulatory currency, proficiency, or legal eligibility to fly.
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