Title: Describe ground-reference maneuvers.
Course: Aircraft Pilot Training II (20053-II) > Section: Explaining the Aerodynamics of Flight

Description should include a list of common ground reference maneuvers and the following concepts:

- Ground-reference maneuvers are intended to develop an understanding of how the wind influences the ground track.
- Ground-reference maneuvers develop skill and confidence to a point where one can safely maneuver the airplane while flying at low altitude and making corrections for the effect of the wind.
- Ground-reference maneuvers are a required part of the private pilot practical test, and one will need these skills when operating in the airport traffic pattern.

PLT219 and PLT258

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the purpose of ground-reference maneuvers?