T-45C TS & ADV CO-09; IUT CO-05
Velocity Vector
H. Monitor the (Ghost/True) velocity vector when
approaching other aircraft visible through the
HUD to assure proper clearance, e.g., straight-
ahead rejoins
I.
Reference the velocity vector when transitioning
on final approach from IMC to VMC, especially
in absence of LSO and meatball-type systems,
and at other critical flight transition phases
LESSON NOTES
It is extremely important for pilots to realize that a
proper runway aimpoint for landing (indicated by
velocity vector position) means very little, unless the
approach glideslope is also correct (within a normal
parameter). Appropriate aircraft flight control and
power inputs must be made to correlate vertical
velocity (glideslope) with approach aimpoint (velocity
vector). With a very low ceiling and limited visibility,
that correlation must be rapidly accomplished and
performed using composite (visual and instrument)
techniques. These pilot skills must be developed in
addition to landing with the aid of a Fresnel optical
landing system.
J.
Avoid becoming a "HUD Cripple"
1.
Do not become visually fixated on the HUD
2.
Do not neglect cross-checking other cockpit
instruments and indicators
3.
Do not neglect visually clearing the sky for
other aircraft when flying VMC, either IFR
or VFR
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