During steep turns, what is the common bank angle assumed?

In steep turns, a common bank angle used is 45 degrees. This level of bank provides a good balance between managing load factors and maintaining control of the aircraft. When you establish a bank angle of 45 degrees, the aircraft experiences an increased load factor, which is essential for maintaining altitude during the turn.

Banking at this angle allows for coordinated turns that are efficient yet still manageable within the aircraft's limits. While bank angles greater than 45 degrees, such as 60 degrees or 75 degrees, can be performed, they introduce significantly higher load factors and increase the risk of losing altitude or controlling the aircraft effectively. A lower bank angle like 30 degrees would not qualify as a steep turn. Thus, 45 degrees is recognized as the standard for steep turns in flight training.