***Definition*** :: the pilot scans across the top three instruments (airspeed indicator, attitude indicator, and altimeter), and then drops down to scan the bottom three instruments ([[VSI]], heading indicator, and turn instrument). This scan follows a rectangular path (clockwise or counterclockwise rotation is a personal choice). ***Source*** :: [[IFH]] Ch6 ***Additional Info***: [[4 Step Instrument Scan]] ![[Rectangular Scan.jpeg]] #glossary