Time Your Climb and Descent Cycles Correctly

Understanding Amplitude Cues

Amplitude cues are visual timing indicators that help you coordinate when to switch between climbing (+40°) and descending (-40°) based on your current flight speed and altitude. They prevent over-climbing or over-descending.

Reading the Cues

1. Watch the amplitude indicators on your HUD while maintaining your pitch angle.

2. The cues will signal when you've gained or lost enough altitude to safely transition.

3. For climbing cycles: Follow the cue until it indicates you've reached optimal height, then pitch down to -40°.

4. For descent cycles: Let the cue guide you until you've descended sufficiently, then return to +40°.

Optimizing Your Rhythm

• Faster flight speeds require tighter timing—the cues adjust automatically to match your velocity.
• Higher altitudes give you more margin for error; lower altitudes demand more precise transitions.
• Practice smooth transitions between angles rather than sharp, jerky movements.
• Adjust amplitude cue settings in the command palette if the default timing feels misaligned with your playstyle.

Consistent use of these cues will help you maintain steady forward momentum while managing altitude efficiently.