Runaway Gun, yes my apologies I did miss that - been a long day!
I think what I was alluding to though is that it is essential to show the student the correct attitude for a steep turn FIRST, before explaining anything else. Even the bank angle can be judged visually with practice.
Another aspect is the feeling of sustained "g". For the average PPL student (and I say this with all respect) this is probably the first time he has experienced any sustained "g" and this physiological sensation needs to be covered on the initial brief for steep turns.
Finally, if you want to get good at 45 degree bank turns then practice 60 degree banks turns! Once you have mastered a 60 bank turn, a 45 er is a piece of cake!
Last edited by fireflybob; 3rd September 2007 at 18:58.