Loop

Question 1

What in the entry TQ and IAS for a loop?

Answer 1

80-85% TQ and 250KIAS

Question 2

How is G maintained evenly throughout the loop?

Answer 2

The pilot increases back pressure as the airspeed reduces effectively increasing AoA to maintain G’s before. On the way down from the loop back pressure is released as the IAS increases.

Question 3

How much altitude will I gain at the top of the loop?

Answer 3

2500-3000ft

Question 4

Before entering a loop, what must be completed?

Answer 4

• HASELL Cx
• Consideration for cloud/airspace
• Wing over 240-240

Question 5

What is the sequence of events for a loop?

Answer 5

1. Identify the line feature
2. Set 80-85% TQ
3. 250KIAS dive attitude (HUD glass on the Hz)
4. @220KIAS “Clear above”
5. @250KIAS through Hz
6. Pitch 4G, wings level
7. Inverted, aim for line feature
8. Adjust G to capture 250KIAS on level off