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At a high angle of attack, P-factor yaws a single-engine airplane with a clockwise prop (seen from behind) which way?

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  1. To the right
  2. It only pitches the nose up
  3. To the left

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References

  1. PHAK ch 5, Aerodynamics of Flight (FAA-H-8083-25C) www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/07_phak_ch5_0.pdf Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Airplane Flying Handbook ch 10, Performance Maneuvers (FAA-H-8083-3C) www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/airplane_handbook/11_afh_ch10.pdf Checked 2026-10-10.

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