The Pull-Down Maneuver Rate refers to the rate at which an aircraft executes a specific maneuver known as a “pull-down.” During this maneuver, the pilot pulls the aircraft’s nose downward, typically to initiate a descent or recovery from an elevated altitude. The maneuver involves a rapid change in pitch attitude, resulting in a significant decrease in altitude. The Pull-Down Maneuver Rate quantifies the speed at which this maneuver is performed, providing crucial information for pilots regarding the aircraft’s descent rate and maneuvering capabilities. The formula to calculate turn rate as follows:
Where:
- is the turn rate in rad/s,
- is the gravity in m/s2,
- is the load factor ,
- is the velocity of the aircraft in m/s.