Plain English Meaning
A turn in which the airplane is also going down. The nose is below the horizon and one wing is lowered to bank the airplane around.
Full Definition
A maneuver in which the airplane loses altitude while simultaneously changing heading, with the pitch attitude lowered below the horizon and the wings banked into the direction of turn.
Context Anchor
Seen in maneuver training, especially in the lazy eight, and in normal traffic-pattern flying when turning toward a lower altitude.
Why Pilots Care
Correct execution keeps the airplane coordinated, prevents excessive airspeed buildup or loss of control, and allows precise altitude management during training .