During a power off stall, which direction does the T-6 roll?

In a power-off stall, the T-6A typically rolls to the right due to the asymmetrical lift created by the aircraft's wings. This rolling tendency is primarily caused by the loss of airflow over the wings and the unbalanced distribution of lift, which is influenced by the aircraft's configuration and any yaw present at the onset of the stall.

As the stall occurs, airflow over the left wing may separate before the right wing, leading to a difference in lift. If the left wing experiences a greater reduction in lift, the right wing continues to produce some lift, creating a rolling motion to the right. The phenomenon is also exacerbated by the T-6A's design, where the left wing has a slightly different stall characteristic compared to the right wing, further contributing to the tendency to roll right in this scenario.

Understanding this behavior is crucial for pilots, as it underscores the importance of managing aircraft configuration and recognizing stall characteristics to maintain control during low-power scenarios.