Figure 4-10 Acute Position

T-6A FORMATION

CHAPTER FOUR

Figure 4-10 Acute Position

One technique to quickly and accurately assess a rendezvous is to check the "ABCs". "A" stands

for Altitude and the Lead should be slightly above the horizon to avoid any excessive vertical

movement near the end of the rejoin. "B" stands for Bearing and the Wingman should check the

visual cues discussed above. Finally, "C" stands for Closure and from a long distance (farther

than the cruise position) it is very difficult to judge closure but, as the rendezvous progresses,

excessive closure will quickly become evident.

3. Underrun Procedure. In the event you become excessively acute (ahead of the rendezvous

bearing), acute in close, or experience an excessive closure rate and are unable to execute the

join-up safely, discontinue the rendezvous and call for the underrun procedure. When called, the

pilot will execute the underrun by:

Lowering the nose to obtain 20 feet of stepdown

Leveling the wings

Reducing the power to idle to avoid passing ahead of the Lead (use speed brake as

required)

Reporting "(Tactical Call sign)-2, underrun"

The Lead will reply with: "(Tactical Call sign)-2, you are cleared back inside when stable."

The Wingman shall reply: "2"

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