Form Supp Flashcards
Formation (aka Tactical) Lead Responsibilities
(1) Stay clear of traffic, clouds/weather
(2) Remain within the briefed operating area
(3) Comply with local course rules and ATC instructions
(4) Execute appropriate in-flight checks
(5) Utilize proper visual and radio communications
(6) Always know where wingman is at all times
(7) Remain predictable
Wingman responsibilities
(1) Always keep lead in sight
(2) Maintain proper position as directed by lead (flight integrity)
(3) Comply with all of lead’s signals and give a timely response
(4) Backup lead (i.e. navigation, comms, etc.)
(5) Be prepared to assume the lead at any time
Integrity check
(1) Cowling secure
(2) Panels secure
(3) Strut extension
(4) Tire inflation
(5) Flap position (T/O flaps)
(6) Antennas secure
(7) Leaks
(8) Lights set
What checklists do we perform during FENCE-in?
Pre-stalling, Spinning, and Aerobatics checklist, and Operations check.
What checklists do we perform during FENCE-out?
Descent checklist, and operations check
What do we report when FENCE check is complete?
“(TAC call sign) (1 or 2), fenced in, good Gs (if less than 2), 950 (fuel rounded to nearest 10 lbs)”
What is the visual signal for “affirmative?”
Thumbs-up or head nod
What is the visual signal for “negative?”
Thumbs-down or head shake
What is the visual signal for “wait” on deck?
Hand held up, clenched fist, palm forward
What is the visual signal for normal engine runup?
Raise two fingers in back and forth motion
What is the visual signal for turn lights on/off?
Two fingers pointed at eyes, followed by cut signal for off.
What is the visual signal for leveling off?
Hand moved horizontally above glare shield, palm down
What is the visual signal for add power?
Head moved forward
What is the visual signal for turn off IFF?
choking motion with hand, then point to wingman
What is the visual signal for turning right/left?
Head nodded right/left
What is the visual signal for roll out?
Open hand held up, fingers together, moved in fore-and-aft sawing motion
What is the visual signal for take cruise position?
Thumb waved backward alternating over each shoulder
What is the visual signal for join on me?
Lead porpoises the aircraft OR lead pats his shoulder
What is the visual signal for breakup?
Lead describes back and forth motion with two fingers?
What is the visual signal for cross under to right/left?
Lead holds up right/left forearm vertically with clenched fist
What is the visual signal for “I’m leaving formation?”
Lead blows kiss to wingman (bunch fingers, then spread)
What is the visual signal for lead change?
Lead pats self on head, points to wingman. Wing pats self on head, looks and points straight ahead, then takes lead.
What is the visual signal for how much fuel do you have?
Raised fist with thumb extended in drinking position?
What is the visual signal for extend/retract speed brake?
Open and close four fingers and thumb
What is the signal to raise/lower gear/flaps?
Rotary movement of clenched fist as if cranking wheels, followed by nod.
When are you allowed to touch power on a breakup and rendezvous?
(1) The join-up phase begins (1 to 2 plane lengths)
(2) An underrun is required
(3) hung/stuck/stagnating on the bearing line
What are reasons to underrun?
(1) excessive closure rate
(2) anticipate going acute
(3) lateral separation with proper step down cannot be maintained
(4) Anytime wing feels uncomfortable
Underrun procedure (straight and level)
(1) lower the nose to maintain step down
(2) reduce power to idle (speed brake as required)
(3) move further away from lead to increase lateral separation
(4) when able call underrun
(5) rejoin in parade position
Underrun procedure (lead in a turn)
(1) lower the nose
(2) level the wings (move outside leads radius)
(3) reduce power to idle
(4) speed brake as required
(5) pass below, behind, and outside lead’s radius of turn
(6) when able call underrun
(7) rejoin in parade position
