Low-Level Turnpoint Procedures

T-6A NAVIGATION

CHAPTER FIVE

A 2-Minute Prior Call is appropriate before the entry point. Route entry is the student's

responsibility and either method of entry is acceptable (direct or outbound parallel). In some

situations a modified entry may be necessary due to time, fuel or airspace constraints. Later

stages of training may not allow an outbound parallel entry type as other routes may be restricted

by entry and exit times. Use good crew coordination and situational awareness to determine the

method that best applies to the situation.

Approaching the entry point, determine the temperature compensated airspeed (MACH), cross-

check the Squawk (1200), and give the Clock brief (i.e., "ready, ready, . . . hack") prior to

entering the route. Because the entry point will be directly underneath the aircraft, pick a

reference point abeam the entry point to start the clock. Start the clock when abeam the reference

point--a simple but critical step. A personal watch or clock shall be used, in addition to (not

instead of) the aircraft clock. Refer to the T-6A NATOPS for the clock's operating instructions.

Low-Level Turnpoint Procedures

2 Minute Prior Call

Outbound heading

Outbound airspeed

Outbound altitude

Turnpoint description & hazards

Mark-On-Top Call

Turn

Time

Set airspeed

Clear turn

Wings Level Call

Heading

Airspeed

Altitude

Fuel Analysis

Turnpoint analysis

Time analysis

Update ETA

Wind consideration

Intermediate Checkpoint Commentary. Use the following to tell the pilot what to expect on the

route. In particular, always include a description guiding the pilot to the point as well as any

hazards that might affect safety of the flight. See Below.

Turnpoint description. "In _____________ seconds or minutes, there is a (brief description)."

FLIGHT PROCEDURES

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