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The maximum bank angle for a normal category aircraft is 60deg at 2G's. The formula for turn radius is

R(ft) = V(ft/sec)^2
        -------------
      G(ft/sec)*tan(bank)
given
  V=168900(ft/sec) = 1000kt
  G=32.2(ft/sec)
  tan(bank) = .32(60deg) 
  R=(1690^2) / (32.2 * .320) = 27183(ft)

52.4mi

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