What does a canopy do after completing a maximum input toggle turn?

After completing a maximum input toggle turn, the canopy dives. This behavior is due to the dynamics of a toggle turn, where pulling down on one toggle sharply increases the lift on one side of the canopy while decreasing it on the other. When a maximum input toggle turn is executed, the canopy responds initially by banking aggressively, leading to a significant descent rate as the aircraft angle steepens and speed increases.

This dive is a result of the increased forward speed and reduced lift on the side where the toggle is pulled down. It's important for a parachutist to understand this outcome because it emphasizes the need for proper technique and awareness during maneuvering in the air. Following a maximum input turn, the parachutist should anticipate the canopy's behavior and respond appropriately to regain level flight or prepare for landing.

Understanding the dynamics of these maneuvers helps in managing the canopy effectively and safely during descent, especially when navigating through traffic or preparing for landing approaches.