Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Practice Exam

What action should be taken when applying full rudder during a spin?

1. Neutralize the elevator

2. Continue applying full back elevator pressure

3. Gradually relieve rudder pressure

4. Switch off the carb heat

The correct answer is: Continue applying full back elevator pressure

In the context of managing a spin, applying full rudder is a critical maneuver. When full rudder is applied during a spin, you want to continue applying full back elevator pressure to maintain the proper angle of attack necessary to control the situation. This helps to keep the aircraft in a state where it can respond effectively to the controls. Maintaining back elevator pressure is crucial as it allows the pilot to avoid decreasing the angle of attack to the point where a recovery transition might lead to an inadvertent further descent. Continuing this back pressure helps to control the rotation and set the stage for a successful recovery from the spin when the proper procedures are followed. It's an important part of spin recognition and recovery, emphasizing how control inputs must be coordinated. By understanding the aerodynamic principles at play, pilots can use this technique effectively to manage spins and return the aircraft to normal flight conditions.