What kind of turns should be made when on a no gyro/radar approach after the final approach?

• A. Full rate
• B. No turns
• C. Standard rate
• D. Half standard rate

Answer: (D)

When you don’t have gyroscopic references, you want the turn to be slow and controllable rather than aggressive. Half standard rate turns provide that steadier, more predictable rate of turn, which is easier to manage without reliable turn indications. This slower turn helps you stay on a stable final approach, gives you more time to detect and correct for wind, and reduces the risk of over- or undershooting the runway alignment as you finalize the approach. Full standard rate turns would be too abrupt without gyro cues, while making no turn at all would prevent you from aligning with the final course. A half standard rate turn is the safest, most controllable choice in this situation.