A brief primer on the basics is given below. For a more detailed insight, see the graphics accompanying each individual maneuver listed on the aerobatic courses page. A small circle at one end of a figure indicates the maneuver starting point. A short vertical line at the other end of the figure indicates the maneuver end point.
Vertical segments indicate vertical flight paths.
As drawn, the figure depicts a quarter roll flown on a vertical up-line. Right triangles indicate spins. Equilateral triangles indicate snap rolls.