FFP-02
Section Parade Formation
4.
New lead: pass fuel-check signal
5.
New wingman: reply with fuel quantity
6.
Wingman's refusal of lead
a.
Wingman: shake head "no"
b.
Lead: clear area
c.
Wingman: stabilize in position
d.
Lead: pass signal for lead change again
C. Common errors by new wingman
1.
Problem: takes eyes off of new lead
Correction: keep lead in sight
2.
Problem: moves back and out at same time
Correction: execute individual procedures in sequence
3.
Problem: on heading change, overbanks and then overcorrects,
resulting in wing rocking
Correction: use minimal AOB adjustments/heading differential to
establish proper wingtip clearance
4.
Problem: angles toward new lead when trying to reestablish
parallel heading due to natural tendency to move stick in direction
of view
Correction: use minimal AOB adjustments to maintain proper
wingtip clearance
5.
Problem: moves out in front or slides too far back due to poor
power control
Correction: anticipate power requirements with required nose
attitude changes to establish proper stepdown
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