How should a student correct for a nose-low attitude during a steep turn?

In a steep turn where the aircraft is in a nose-low attitude, the priority is to safely recover the aircraft to a level flight attitude while maintaining control. The correct approach is to reduce the angle of bank first, which directly affects not only the load factor but also the aircraft’s performance and its ability to climb or recover altitude.

Once the angle of bank is reduced, the additional lift generated by the lower bank will help the aircraft regain control and allow the pilot to apply back elevator pressure safely. This pressure is necessary to pull the nose up to the desired attitude. By following this sequence—reducing the bank and then adding back pressure—pilots can effectively manage the aircraft's climb rate without overstressing the wings or causing a stall.

In contrast to other options, the focus of this approach on reducing the bank angle first creates a more stable environment to make the necessary pitch adjustments. This method supports maintaining a controlled flight path and prevents overloading the aircraft, especially in a high-load situation such as a steep turn.