Fighting Wing Flashcards
1
Q
Fighting Wing parameters
A
30-45 degree AA
500 - 1500 ft aft
2
Q
Visual reference for forward limit of fighting wing cone?
A
The forward edge of the cone is the 45 degree line. The visual reference is aligning lead’s wingtip with the middle of the aft canopy
3
Q
Visual reference for the aft limit of the cone?
A
The 30 degree line is the aft limit of the cone. The reference is aligning lead’s wingtip with the nose of the aircraft
4
Q
How can you visually determine 500’?
A
You should be able to easily read the EN and the tail # begins to fade
5
Q
How can you visibly determine 1000’?
A
The EN on the tail begins to fade
6
Q
What are the maneuvering limitations in fighting wing?
A
No aerobatics maneuvers
