Instruments

Turn Coordinator

Definition

An instrument showing the rate and direction of turn and coordination quality via the slip-skid ball. A standard rate turn (3 degrees per second) is indicated when the miniature aircraft wing aligns with the mark.

Related Terms

Coordinated Flight

Flight in which the ball in the slip-skid indicator is centered, meaning there i...

Slip

An uncoordinated flight condition where the aircraft moves sideways toward the i...

Test your knowledge

Think you understand Turn Coordinator? Challenge yourself with practice questions covering instruments and all other ATPL subjects.

Start a Practice Quiz

Or browse all questions by subject