weather theoryFAA-published question bank (Private Pilot, 2008)
Upon encountering severe turbulence, which flight condition should the pilot attempt to maintain?
A
Constant altitude and airspeed.
B
Constant angle of attack.
C
Level flight attitude.✓ Correct Answer
Explanation
AIM 7-1-27 advises keeping a constant attitude, generally level flight, and letting the aircraft ride the waves in severe turbulence, flying at or below maneuvering speed. Trying to hold a constant altitude and airspeed increases structural stress, and holding a constant angle of attack is not the recommended technique.
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