What is the maximum angle of bank permitted in IMC conditions?

The maximum angle of bank permitted in Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) is 30 degrees. This limitation is in place to ensure safe and controlled flight during conditions where visibility is severely reduced.

Banking beyond 30 degrees can significantly increase the risk of spatial disorientation, particularly in IMC, where pilots may not have external visual references to assist with maintaining orientation. A moderate banking angle of 30 degrees helps maintain aircraft stability and controllability, allowing pilots to respond adequately to any changes in flight conditions, engage in turns safely, and maintain altitude.

In the context of flight training and regulations, this limit reflects established safe practices to help minimize the risks associated with instrument flight and to ensure that pilots remain in control of the aircraft even when visibility is compromised.