Breakout

Question 1

When do you have to breakout?

Answer 1

SHIT
S - Unable to maintain SIGHT of lead
H - Anytime your presence constitutes a HAZARD to the formation
I - Unable to rejoin or remain in formation without cross under or IN FRONT of lead
T - Told to breakout

Question 2

What is critical during a breakout?

Answer 2

Being predictable

Question 3

What should lead do during a breakout situation?

Answer 3

• Continue the current maneuver with the current power setting if possible
• If the wingman is in sight, you may maneuver to obtain, increase, or guarantee separation
• In all cases, lead should try to stay visual and be directive with the wingman as appropriate

Question 4

What should wing do in a breakout?

Answer 4

• Clear in the direction of the breakout and maneuver to ensure safe separation from other aircraft
• Notify lead when conditions permit
• Once safe separation is assured, the wingman may rollout to attempt to regain visual