T-45A UJPT, ADV & IUT ACMFP-02
ACM 1 v 1 Offensive Maneuvering
Sg 1, fr 6
ENERGY STATE
E. Energy state
1.
Never arbitrarily give up energy
a.
You may be willing to trade energy for position advantage or shot
opportunities
2.
Look for opportunities to regain energy (0 g provides optimum energy
addition)
3.
Recognize flow and modify energy accordingly
a.
Two-circle flow requires sustained turn rate (higher airspeed gives
more g available)
b.
One-circle flow may require trading airspeed for altitude or position
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