FFP-05
Formation Section Cruise/Column
4.
Takeoff roll
a.
Lead and wingman: simultaneously release brakes as lead's
arm drops below canopy rail
b.
Wingman
(1) Maintain parade bearing
(a) If going acute, immediately after beginning roll, lightly
tap brakes
(b) After gaining some speed during takeoff roll,
manipulate power slightly to stay on bearing line
(2) Maintain directional control of aircraft down runway, using
the rudder
c.
Lead
(1) As lift-off speed is approached, signal lift-off with climb
signal (per NATOPS)
(2) Smoothly rotate
d.
Wingman
(1) Match lead's rotation rate and attitude
LESSON NOTES
Point out that the lead's rotation rate may be matched by monitoring his nose-
strut extension.
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