FFP-05
Formation Section Cruise/Column
FORMATION SECTION CRUISE/COLUMN
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Section takeoff
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Section cruise formation
Sg 3, fr 2
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Section cruise maneuvering
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Section column formation
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Section column maneuvering
II.
Section cruise formation 3.7.1.1.2.1.1.1
A.
Description
1.
Safer, requires less attention to maintaining position, provides
better lookout capabilities, and is more fuel efficient for the
wingman than parade
2.
Leaves more flexibility for maneuvering than parade position
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