What I noticed last time I ran through the maneuver is that the RPM never dropped leveling/rolling out between each turn. Even with the friction locked down tight it seems like the throttle creeped forward somewhat and the lock wasn't holding. Wouldn't surprise me if it's just due to the fact...
Should have mentioned the aircraft is a 172S. Not using an RG since they got rid of the complex requirement for the commercial checkride. I'm aware though of the increase in RPM with a fixed pitch propeller in a descent due to the increase in airspeed, which if I remember correctly results in...
I have my commercial checkride in a few weeks. I'm feeling very confident about it, however I've had trouble with Lazy 8s. My first one to the right is usually well within the ACS standards, but on the second one to the left after my rollout, I tend to gain too much airspeed in the descent and...