What is the maximum angle of bank allowed during the landing pattern?

The maximum angle of bank allowed during the landing pattern is 45 degrees. This angle is significant because maintaining it promotes a safe and stable flight path during critical phases of landing, where control and energy management are essential. At 45 degrees, pilots can effectively manage the aircraft's stall speed and maintain adequate control while also ensuring that there is sufficient bank to navigate turns within the pattern.

Using a bank greater than 45 degrees may compromise the aircraft's performance, leading to increased stall risk and reduced maneuverability, especially in lower airspeeds typically experienced during landing. Keeping the bank angle at or below 45 degrees also helps maintain a buffer for unexpected situations, providing better options for pilots to adjust the flight path if necessary.