CNATRAINST 1542.153A
12 March 2004
Chapter VII
Formation Training
1. Matrices. The following matrix is an overview of the entire
Formation Stage. The purpose of this matrix is to provide the
SMA and IP the easiest way to track progress, regression, and
overall status in relation to the MIF. In addition, there is a
single matrix following each block description throughout this
chapter.
2.
Stage MIF
Check Ride Event
FORMATION STAGE MANEUVER ITEM FILE
CTS
MANEUVER
REF
1
General Knowledge/Procedures
4+
4+
2
Emergency Procedures
4+
4+
3
Headwork/Situational Awareness
4+
4+
4
Basic Air Work
4+
4+
5
Mission Planning/Briefing/Debriefing
4+
4+
6
Ground Operations
4+
4+
7
4+
4+
Cockpit Procedures
8
Formation Takeoff
4
4
9
Departure
4
4
15,16
4
4
Precision/Non-Precision Approach
In-Flight Planning/Clearance
18
4+
4+
Compliance
20
4+
4+
Transition to Landing
21
4+
4+
Traffic Entry
22
4+
4+
Landing Pattern
23
4
4
Waveoff
25
4+
4+
Right Seat Landings
26,28
4+
4+
27
4+
4+
Clearing
MIF continued on next page.
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