What is the maximum CWS bank angle allowed below 1500 feet AGL?

• A. 25 degrees
• B. 35 degrees
• C. 45 degrees
• D. 30 degrees

Answer: (D)

When you’re operating close to the ground, the flight controls limit how aggressively you can roll the airplane to protect your ability to recover quickly if something goes wrong. For the P-8A, the CWS (Control Wheel Steering) bank angle is restricted to reduce the risk of a shallow but rapid loss of energy or a destabilizing turn near 1500 feet AGL.

Below 1500 feet AGL, the maximum bank angle you can command in CWS is 30 degrees. This provides enough maneuverability to handle the approach and any minor course corrections, while preserving sufficient stall margin and allowing a safer, quicker recovery from unexpected gusts or control inputs in the final approach or during climb-out.

A bank angle of 25 degrees is more restrictive and would limit maneuverability too much. Bank angles of 35 or 45 degrees would be too steep near the ground, increasing the risk of overstressing the aircraft or compromising recovery and obstacle clearance.