T-45A UJPT, E2-C2, ADV, & IUT Eng-15
Egress System
(2) Operated from inside or outside
NOTE: An internal release handle mounted
on the left fuselage structure allows
operation of the forward footstep from
inside the forward cockpit.
b.
Aft footstep
(1) Used for aft cockpit entrance/exit
(2) Used as handhold
NOTE: The aft footstep can only be
deployed from outside the cockpit.
CAUTION: When entering or leaving
the cockpit, do not grasp the canopy
transparencies or use the forward
glareshield as a handhold.
NOTE: If the aft cockpit aircrew elects
to use the aft pull-out footsteps/
handhold during egress, commence by
stepping from the inlet duct position
with the right foot instead of the left
foot.
III. Navy aircrew common ejection seat (NACES)
Sg 3, fr 1
Lesson Organization
1.3.5.1.4.2
LECTURE NOTES
Use the NACES ejection seat mock-up to demonstrate
major points.
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