cessna-172-training-supplement

GROUND USE ONLY
COM Chandelles
Chandelles consist of a maximum performance, 180° climbing turn in which the pilot gains as much
altitude as possible while reversing course, ending with the aircraft traveling just above stall speed.
It develops the pilot's advanced airmanship skills, combining a precise, coordinated turn with a
demonstration of energy management principles. Enter the chandelle no lower than 1,500' AGL.
1. Perform two 90° clearing turns
2. 105 KIAS (2200 RPM), maintain altitude
3. Clean configuration flow
4. Choose a reference point off wing
5. Establish / maintain 30° bank
6. Full throttle - gradually increase pitch to attain approx. 10-12° pitch up at 90° point
1st 90° of turn, Bank = constant 30˚, Pitch = increasing to 10-12˚ pitch up
7. 90° point - maintain pitch - gradually reduce bank angle to attain wings-level
at 180˚ point
2nd 90° of turn, Pitch = constant 10-12˚ pitch up, Bank = decreasing to level
8. 180° point - wings level - minimum controllable airspeed
9. Momentarily maintain an airspeed just above a stall
10. Accelerate to resume straight-and-level flight with minimum loss of altitude
11. “Cruise Checklist."
LEVEL FLIGHT,
MINIMUM
CONTROLLABLE
AIRSPEED
30º BANK,
10-12º PITCH-UP
LEVEL FLIGHT, 105 KIAS
ACS
Airspeed
Heading
Just above stall Rollout at 180° point ±10°
In-Flight Maneuvers • 65