During a turn, which effect occurs when looking towards the inside of the turn?

When looking towards the inside of a turn, the G-excess effect is experienced primarily due to the increase in the G-forces acting on the body. During a turn, especially a banked turn, the load factor increases, leading to a greater sensation of weight, which is felt more acutely when the pilot is focused on the direction of the turn.

As the aircraft banks and turns, the pilot’s head is inclined inward towards the center of the turn. This positioning, combined with the increase in G-forces, can create a feeling of increased weight and strain on the body. The body is subjected to higher gravitational forces due to the combination of the aircraft's motion and the force of gravity acting on it. Thus, this heightened G-force can lead to a sense of being pushed down into the seat, known as the G-excess effect.

Understanding this phenomenon is crucial for pilots since it can impact their control and reaction times, and correct management of this sensation is essential during flight operations.