Presentation - P-12850066

T-45C TS & ADV BIFP-05

“S” Patterns

PRESENTATION

I. S-1 pattern 2.7.1.5.1

Fig 1: S-1 Pattern

A. Procedure

1. Start maneuver using a three-second lead prior to the

12 o’clock position

2. Descend for 1,000 ft at 1,000 fpm

3. Start transition to climb/descent three seconds prior to

end of climb/descent or 100 ft prior to the end of the

1,000 ft climb/descent (whichever occurs first)

4. Climb for 1,000 ft at 1000 fpm

5. Perform pattern at constant airspeed of 200 KIAS

6. Pattern is complete at the end of the second climb

7. After pattern, transition to level flight, stabilizing aircraft

at original cruise airspeed and altitude

B. Control

1. Entry into maneuver

a. Ensure a three-second lead point (prior to the 12

o’clock position)

b. Establish pitch attitude of 1-2 degrees nosedown

c. Establish power setting of 700 pph

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