Tactical Formation Maneuvering

Question 1

The following are types of TFM listed in AFTTP 3-3.H-1:

Answer 1

1. Shackle
2. Dig
3. Pinch
4. Check Turn
5. Hook Turn
6. Tactical Turn
7. Cover
8. Circle

Question 2

A ________ changes the Wingman’s side of the formation, while continuing on course. It begins with Lead’s radio command: “BLADE FLIGHT, SHACKLE.” Both aircraft, or Chalk 2 alone, turn towards each other. When properly executed, the Wingman should always pass to Lead’s 6 o’clock position. As the Wingman passes Lead’s 6 o’clock position, Lead executes a turn to the original heading. While maintaining separation, the Wingman maneuvers to keep formation.

Answer 2

Shackle

Question 3

_____ increases formation spacing. It begins with Lead’s radio command: “BLADE FLIGHT, DIG.” Both aircraft turn away from the formation. When the desired spacing is achieved, Lead calls, “RESUME.” After the “RESUME” call, both aircraft turn back to the original course heading.

Answer 3

Dig

Question 4

________ decreases formation spacing. It begins with Lead’s radio command: “BLADE FLIGHT, PINCH.” When the desired spacing is achieved, Lead calls, “RESUME.” After the “RESUME” call, both aircraft turn back to the original course heading.

Answer 4

Pinch

Question 5

A _________ is a standard turn of less than 90° left or right. Lead will specify the number of degrees of heading change or roll-out heading. It begins with Lead’s radio command “BLADE FLIGHT, CHECK LEFT HEADING 330” or “BLADE FLIGHT, CHECK LEFT 30”. Both aircraft turn and roll-out on the new heading.

Answer 5

Check Turn

Question 6

For the Shackle, once the radio call is made by Lead, Dash 2 will cross Lead’s _________ position, then turn on course.

Answer 6

6 o’clock

Question 7

The Dig is intended to __________.

Answer 7

increase formation spacing