ACM use of HUD

T-45C TS, ADV & IUT ACMFP-01

Introduction to ACM

PROGRESS CHECK

Question 13 — 6.7.1.1

Solo flight cloud tops shall not be higher than ______.

ANSWER: 7,000 ft AGL

Question 14 — 6.7.1.1.2

What is the procedure if your two-way radio communication

is lost?

ANSWER:

1. Terminate maneuvering.

2. Rock your wings.

3. Set up a 30 degree AOB rendezvous turn.

Question 15 — 6.7.1.1.1

What is the procedure if you lose sight during ACM?

ANSWER:

1. Transmit “Lost sight.”

2. Wait for further instructions from other aircraft in your flight.

VI. ACM use of HUD

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Lesson Organization

A. A HUD system is a vital fighter aircraft asset. It allows

INTRODUCTION

the pilot to safely monitor his aircraft and weapon

TO ACM

parameters, while keeping his eyes aimed and focused

* Overview

mostly outside the cockpit. When flying ACM in the

* ACM considerations

T-45C, it's imperative for you to establish situational

awareness and to visually clear your operating area for

* ACM analysis

other aircraft and hazards. To clear the area you must

* ACM terminology

and symbology

keep your head on a swivel

* ACM training rules

* ACM use of HUD

NOTE: That the T-45C HUD has a stringent head

position requirement. When aggressively maneuvering

the T-45C, pilots find that the HUD is not easily visible as

they shift and swivel their heads. For this and other

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