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Day formation taxi interval
Staggered from taxiway centerline
150’
Day formation taxi interval
On centerline
300’
Maximum 90 degree crosswind component for SNA solos
10 kts
What are the external store limitations for a section takeoff?
Only with similar external store configuration and fuel state within 500 lbs. Dissimilar pylon configuration is permissible, but pylons may not be loaded with external ordnance or empty bomb rack(s)
What is the dry runway crosswind limitation for a section takeoff?
No more than 10 kts of crosswind
What is the minimum runway dimension for a section takeoff?
8,000’x150’
What is the minimum interval for a multi-plane takeoff?
7 seconds
Longer if directional control is an issue
What is the minimum runway width for one or two aircraft on the runway?
100’
What is the minimum runway width for three aircraft on the runway?
150’
What is the minimum runway width for four aircraft on the runway?
200’
On which side does the lead aircraft line up on for all multi-plane interval launches?
Downwind side
During an abort, what does the word “clear” mean?
The first aborting aircraft may move to runway centerline and lower the hook for a long field arrestment
During an abort, if the word “clear” is not heard, what does that mean?
The pilot is obligated to pass up the long field gear and remain on the assigned side of the runway
Per SOP, are sympathetic abort allowed during a section takeoff?
No
What is the configuration for section practice approaches?
- Half-flaps
- 150 KIAS
During a section approach on final, when shall the wingman be detached?
- No later than circling minimums
- The wingman shall (with clearance from trunk IP), immediately extend to full flaps and slow to on-speed
What is standard break interval at the field?
4 seconds
In the formation, what position does the NORDO aircraft take?
Wing, conduct a lead change if necessary
If an aircraft loses radio communication after the flight is joined, what must the aircraft do?
- Remain in parade
- Communicate status via hand signals
- NORDO aircraft may attempt to go acute to get lead’s attention
If unable to determine whether NORDO aircraft requires a straight-in approach or if a potential for penetration into IMC exists, what should the NORDO aircraft be lead back to?
Section straight-in approach
If VMC can be maintained and the NORDO aircraft is not experiencing any form of malfunction, what kind of recovery may be conducted?
Visual recovery to the overhead break
What is the procedure for a visual recovery via overhead break with a NORDO aircraft?
- Lead will inform tower wing is NORDO
- Normal 4-second break interval
- Lead will request the option on the runway NORDO aircraft is cleared to
- Lead will request a steady green light for wing
- If lead waves off, wing will as well
- Lead will remain in the pattern until wing lands
If the NORDO aircraft is experiencing an emergency that will require a short field arrestment, how shall wing communicate that?
Lowering the hook
If an IFR recovery is required (or at night), how will lead recover the NORDO aircraft?
Via section instrument approach