Calculators / Maneuvers & Turns / Bank Angle Load Factor

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Maneuvers & Turns

Bank Angle Load Factor

Calculate coordinated level-turn load factor at a bank angle.

Bank angle

deg

Load factor—

Stall multiplier—

Lift increase—

This calculator is a planning/training aid. Do not use it as a substitute for the aircraft POH/AFM, approved performance data, current charts, regulations, weather products, or instructor/operator procedures.

How to use it

Enter the known values above. PilotDesk recalculates as you type. Results are rounded for quick planning and study use.

For aircraft-specific limitations or performance, always use the current approved source for that exact aircraft and operation.

Method & assumptions

Coordinated, level, constant-altitude turn.

Load factor n = 1 / cos(bank angle).

FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge