IMMELMANN
The initial speed for Immelmann is of about 180-190 km/h when flying solo or 190-200 km/h
when flying dual. Raising the nose of the sailplane is faster with respect to loop. After distinguishing of
the top point return the stick to have weightless state. Then deflect tne ailerons to turn in normal
position. At the bank 90° it is necessary to push upper pedal to maintain sailplane nose in horizon and
to prevent sailplane turn. To keep the sailplane nose in horizon in the last phase of the turn it is
recommended to push stick forward.
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