Ejections

Question 1

What does EJECT mean

Answer 1

abandon the aircraft IAW command guidance on actions and phraseology to be used when operating with two pilots

Question 2

What does ‘Land as soon as possible’ mean

Answer 2

A landing must be accomplished at the nearest suitable aerodrome considering the severity of the emergency, weather, aerodrome facilities, ambient lighting, aircraft gross weight and command guidance

Question 3

What does ‘Land when Practical’ mean?

Answer 3

The mission should be terminated and a landing accomplished at a suitable alternate or the planned destination aerodrome at the discretion of the pilot, after considering the nature of the emergency weather conditions, aerodrome facilities, ambient lighting, aircraft gross weight and command guidance.

Question 4

Ejection Checks - Points to note

Answer 4

Canopy must be closed and locked,
notify the other occupant as soon as possible,
make a conscious effort to adopt the correct ejection posture:
- butt back,
- back pressed firmly against seat
- head firmly pressed against headrest
- eyes closed
- grip firing handle with master hand, grip wrist with other hand.

Question 5

Ejection Check - If time critical

Answer 5

Seat Firing Handle - Pull