Power On Stalls

1

Pre-maneuver check.

2

Select a visual reference point on the horizon.

3

Reduce power to 1500 rpm and increase elevator pressure to hold altitude. Trim as required.

4

Maintain altitude and heading as airspeed decreases.

5

As the airplane approaches VR, smoothly increase the power to full, simultaneously raise the pitch to an attitude that will induce the stall. Maintain coordination. Up to 20° of bank may be added at this time if performing a departure stall.

6

Announce the indications of the stall (horn, buffet, stall). If the stall breaks the nose will drop and back pressure should be relaxed.

RECOVERY

1

Reduce the angle of attack smoothly to break the stall, maintain heading.

2

Pitch the airplane to the horizon (Vy attitude).

3

Once Vy, Level off and accelerate to cruise settings.