Target Pattern Procedures
Weapons
THE 20-DEGREE PATTERN
The 20-degree pattern substitutes for the 30-degree pattern when the ceiling is unsuitable for 30-degree
deliveries (Figure 11).
Pattern altitude: 6,000 AGL
Pattern airspeed: 300 KIAS
Planned Release altitude: 2,000 AGL
Minimum Release altitude: 1,800 AGL
Release airspeed: 450 KTAS
Release rpm: 95-97%
Mil setting: 130 mils
Radalt: 1200
Weather requirements: 6,500/5
6,000 ft. AGL
"One Abeam 1.9"
300 KIAS
"Three In Winchester"
Release
"Two Off Safe"
2,000 ft.
450 KTAS
Mil Depression
13,000 ft
Figure 11: 20-DEGREE PATTERN
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