CQFP-01
Field Carrier Landing Practice (FCLP)
d.
Adjust AOB as necessary so as not to
overshoot or undershoot extended runway
centerline
e.
The scan from the 90 to the 45 is a transitional
one from instrument to visual
7.
45-degree position
a.
Pass through 45-degree position at 325-375 ft
AGL and optimum AOA (should start picking up
the ball at this point)
b.
Acquire the ball
NOTE: From the 45-degree position to the start
position, fly the aircraft on-speed with a steady
rate of descent so as to roll wings level in the
groove on the extended centerline of the carrier
box with a centered ball and a rate of descent
of approximately 500 fpm.
COMMON ERROR: A poor instrument scan
will cause inconsistent patterns, resulting in
poor starts.
8.
Start
a.
Arrive at the start with a centered ball, on carrier
box centerline, on speed, with 500 fpm rate of
descent and power setting to maintain that rate
of descent
NOTE: If the meatball is not acquired by the start, a
“Clara” call will be made.
9.
Groove
a.
Call the ball: side number, Goshawk, ball, fuel
state, qual number—“Four zero zero, Goshawk,
ball, two point two, Golf two.”
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