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Aileron roll
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The aileron roll is an aerobatic maneuver in which an aircraft does a full 360° revolution about its longitudinal axis. When executed properly, there is no appreciable change in altitude and the aircr
Swift aerobatic glider performing an aileron roll while being towed. The "nose up attitude" necessary to maintain approximately level flight at the sh
Swift aerobatic glider performing an aileron roll while being towed. The "nose up attitude" necessary to maintain approximately level flight at the shown phase of the maneuver is clearly visible. Note the aileron deflection on the right wing.
Diagram of how an aileron roll is performed in relation to other common rolls
Diagram of how an aileron roll is performed in relation to other common rolls
Barrel roll
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A barrel roll is an aerial maneuver in which an airplane makes a complete rotation on both its longitudinal and lateral axes, causing it to follow a helical path, approximately maintaining its origina
Aileron roll
…heading as it entered. This is commonly one of the first maneuvers taught in basic aerobatics courses. The aileron roll is commonly confused with a barrel roll. The aileron roll is commonly executed through the application of full aileron in one direction. In some lower powered general aviation and aerobatic…
A diagram of a barrel roll
A diagram of a barrel roll
Barrel rolls being performed by the Indian Air Force Surya Kiran during an air show
Barrel rolls being performed by the Indian Air Force Surya Kiran during an air show
Rolling scissors
Rolling scissors
A high-g barrel roll, performed over the top and underneath
A high-g barrel roll, performed over the top and underneath