Aircraft systems and instrumentsQuestion 560 of 934

The airplane is taxiing in a turn. What should the turn coordinator and the ball show?

  1. A correct-direction turn, with the ball toward the turn
  2. A correct-direction turn, with the ball opposite the turn
  3. A correct-direction turn, with the ball staying centered
  4. A turn in the opposite direction, with the ball centered
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Correct answer: A correct-direction turn, with the ball opposite the turn

This is part of the preflight instrument check.

Source: Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25C), Chapter 8: Flight Instruments — Gyroscopic Flight Instruments — Instrument Check, page 220

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026