FFP-04
Formation Emergencies
NOTE: Although aiding downed pilots is important, the safe
conduct of remaining flight members is equally important. An
instructor may designate a high and a low orbit, but the low orbit
must be an instructor.
FORMATION EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
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Crosswind limitations
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Abort
Sg 7, fr 2
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Lost sight
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Midair collision
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SAR on-scene commander duties
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Section approach (wingman NORDO)
VI. Section approach (wingman NORDO) 3.9.1.3.4.1
NOTE: NORDO procedures are mandatory during every brief.
A.
Indications: unable to transmit, receive, or both
B.
Procedures
1.
Wingman
a.
Maintain IFR parade position
b.
Acknowledge all hand/light signals from lead
c.
Make full-stop landing on signal from lead
NOTE: Look for green light from tower.
d.
If unable to land, match lead's configuration, if changed from when
separated, and rendezvous on lead
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