Question

A student recovers from a spin as follows: Power idle, Full opposite rudder from from the directon of turn, and forwards pressure on the control columb until rotation stops, then adds power and getly eases out of the dive. How should the instructor correct this?

a) Advise the student to maintain full opposite rudder and reduce power simultaneously
b) Recommend the student to apply power before easing out of the dive
c) Instruct the student to release the forwards pressure on the control column earlier
d) Suggest the student maintain the power idle until the rotation completely stops

Answer 1

The instructor should correct the student by suggesting to maintain power idle until the rotation completely stops, ensuring a safe recovery from the spin.

Step-by-step explanation:

When a pilot recovers from a spin, it is essential to follow specific procedures to regain control of the aircraft safely. The correct recovery actions typically are:

1. Reducing throttle to idle to reduce lift and stop feeding the spin.
2. Applying full opposite rudder to counteract the spin.
3. Forward pressure on the control column to break the stall.
4. Waiting until the rotation stops before doing anything else.
5. Once the rotation has ceased, gradually pulling out of the dive and adding power as necessary.

Therefore, the instructor should correct the student's recovery procedure by advising to maintain the power idle until the rotation completely stops, which corresponds to option d in the given choices.