What airspeed is course rules flown at?

What airspeed is course rules flown at?

• A. 80 KIAS
• B. 120 KIAS (may fly up to 120 KIAS)
• C. 100 KIAS (may fly up to 120 KIAS)
• D. 90 KIAS

Answer: (C)

Course rules are flown at a fixed indicated airspeed to keep the pattern predictable and maintain proper spacing and maneuvering margins. The standard airspeed for the TH-73 course rules pattern is 100 KIAS, which provides a stable flight regime for turns, climbs, and descents while preserving adequate stall margins. You may increase up to 120 KIAS if needed for certain segments or transitions, but you must not exceed that limit. Speeds well below 100 KIAS would reduce predictability and handling, while 120 KIAS is only the upper allowance and not the normal operating speed.

Course rules are flown at a fixed indicated airspeed to keep the pattern predictable and maintain proper spacing and maneuvering margins. The standard airspeed for the TH-73 course rules pattern is 100 KIAS, which provides a stable flight regime for turns, climbs, and descents while preserving adequate stall margins. You may increase up to 120 KIAS if needed for certain segments or transitions, but you must not exceed that limit. Speeds well below 100 KIAS would reduce predictability and handling, while 120 KIAS is only the upper allowance and not the normal operating speed.