FFP-05
Formation Section Cruise/Column
Wind
Wingman
Lead
Sg 1, fr 3
* Different external configurations
* Any of the following exceeds SOP/NATOPS
criteria:
-- Crosswind component
-- Temperature
-- Predicted takeoff roll
-- Gross weight differences
SECTION TAKEOFF RESTRICTIONS
B.
Procedure 3.5.10.1.1.2, 3.5.10.1.2.1
CAUTION: Section takeoffs are not performed when the aircraft
have different external configurations (e.g., one with ordnance and
one without) or when one of the following exceeds SOP/NATOPS
criteria for respective dual or solo flights:
* Maximum crosswind component
* Temperature
* Takeoff roll
* Difference in gross weight
NOTE: Section takeoff is allowed, however, if the different external
configuration consists of one aircraft with unloaded pylons and the
other without pylons.
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