Entry into maneuver

T-45C TS & ADV BIFP-05

“S” Patterns

d. Perform pattern at constant airspeed of 200 KIAS

2. Begin constant 1/2 SRT simultaneously with beginning

of first descent

3. Reverse direction of turn at beginning of every descent

4. Pattern is complete at end of second climb

B. Control

1. Entry into maneuver

a. Ensure a three-second lead point (prior to 12 o’clock

position)

b. Establish power setting of 700 pph

c. Establish pitch attitude at 1-2 degrees nosedown

2. Climb and descent

a. Airspeed

(1) Maintain at 200 KIAS

(2) Ensure proper pitch

(a) 2-3 degrees noseup for climb

(b) 1-2 degrees nosedown for descent

COMMON ERROR: Adjusting power instead

of pitch to control airspeed.

b. Rate

(1) Monitor proper power setting

(a) 1,500 pph for climb

(b) 700 pph for descent

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