Knife-Edge Circle with 1 1/2 Positive Snap Rolls

摘要

The first time I saw a knife-edge circle was at the Tournament of Champions in Las Vegas, NV. Seeing an airplane rolled 90 degrees to knife-edge flight and having the pilot push on the elevator stick to initiate the circle while maintaining altitude with rudder was a sight to behold, and it still is! With time, pilots began adding their own twists to this maneuver for numerous variations. The Knife Edge Circle with 1-1/2 Positive Snap Rolls is stunning to watch as it combines an inside and an outside circle, making it look elegant while adding some aggressiveness.