Certified Flight Instructor - Flight Instructor Airplane Practice Exam

What should be monitored during a steep turn to ensure safe completion?

1. Airplane weight.

2. Yawing and roll rates.

3. Fuel consumption.

4. Temperature gauge readings.

The correct answer is: Yawing and roll rates.

Monitoring yawing and roll rates during a steep turn is crucial for ensuring the safe completion of the maneuver. In a steep turn, the aircraft experiences increased load factor and dynamic forces, which can lead to a higher risk of a stall or loss of control if not properly managed. By paying close attention to these rates, the pilot can assess how the aircraft is responding to control inputs and whether it is maintaining a consistent bank angle and altitude. If yawing or roll rates indicate an excessive response, adjustments in control inputs may be necessary to maintain safe flight parameters. While factors like the airplane's weight, fuel consumption, and temperature readings are important considerations in aviation, they are less critical during the execution of a steep turn compared to the immediate need to monitor the aircraft's yaw and roll behavior to maintain control.