When is the aircraft’s stall speed higher during steep turns?

The stall speed of an aircraft increases during steep turns primarily due to the increased angle of attack required to maintain level flight. In a steep turn, pilots must adjust their bank angle, causing them to pull back more on the yoke or control stick to counteract the increased load factor imposed by the bank. This increased load factor elevates the aircraft's stall speed because the aircraft must reach a higher angle of attack to generate enough lift to counteract that load.

As the angle of attack increases, the aircraft approaches stall speed more rapidly, meaning that the stall speed is effectively higher during steep turns. Understanding the dynamics of flight and how load factors affect stall characteristics is essential for safe flying practices.