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Faa Designated Pilot Examiner Jeff Gerencser
Vmc Nightmares: 7 Mistakes That Are Killing Your Checkride (Duo Edition)
4 minutes Posted Apr 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm.
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"If you think Vmc is just a red line on the airspeed indicator, you’re already behind the airplane. Join Jeff and Eva as they tear down the 7 most common—and dangerous—mistakes pilots make during Vmc demonstrations.

From the 'drag race' to the floor to the critical correction about that 5-degree bank (spoiler: it’s for directional control, not Zero Side Slip), they’re breaking down the Airplane Flying Handbook like never before. Whether you’re a Commercial candidate or prepping for your MEI, this episode is your survival guide to mastering asymmetrical thrust without the drama.

Turn it up, keep the ball centered, and let’s talk tech."

Key Talking Points for you and Eva:

  • The '1 Knot Per Second' Rule: Why rushing the decay is a recipe for a snap-roll.
  • The 5-Degree Bank Myth: Eva helps clarify why this is a certification limit for control, not a performance target for Zero Side Slip.
  • The 'Lazy Foot' Syndrome: Why your rudder pressure needs to be a progressive squeeze, not a one-and-done stomp.



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