Plain English Meaning
A turn that takes 2 minutes to go all the way around in a full circle, or 1 minute to do a half-circle. It is the steady, predictable turn rate pilots use when flying on instruments.
Full Definition
A turn made at a rate of 3 degrees per second, which completes a 360-degree turn in 2 minutes. It is the standard turn rate used in instrument flying and is indicated on the turn coordinator or turn-and-slip indicator.
Context Anchor
Seen in instrument flying, holding, course changes, and controller instructions where a predictable turn rate is expected.
Why Pilots Care
Provides consistent, predictable turn timing that supports precise navigation without needing to calculate bank angle for each .