The Break - P-8700056

CHAPTER FIVE

T-6A FORMATION

Radio channel changes to include ATIS

Request to ATC for appropriate entry

Required checklist(s) and briefs

Break/Instrument approaches

NOTE

Unless briefed otherwise, Lead will direct the formation to get

ATIS by stating: "(Tactical call sign), ATIS." The Wingman will

respond with "2" and both aircraft will obtain ATIS and go back to

the previous frequency. To simplify matters, it is acceptable and

recommended for the Lead to tell the Wingman to obtain the ATIS

and then meet back up on an appropriate frequency if it suits the

flow of the flight. For example, when departing the MOA, it

would benefit the flight for the Wingman to obtain ATIS and then

report back to Lead with the information. The Lead would then be

able to maintain SA of traffic in the area by staying on the MOA

frequency. In either case, Lead will cover these details in the pre-

flight briefing.

502. THE BREAK

There are two methods of executing the break. Either method is authorized, but the break must

be briefed.

1. Three (3)-second break. The first is a three (3)-second break. At the appropriate time, prior

to the break, the Lead will pass the visual three (3)-second break signal (Section 702). Wingman

will respond with a head nod or thumbs-up. At the break, Lead will execute the break just as it

was executed in the Contact stage. After three (3) seconds have elapsed, the Wingman will

execute his break. Each aircraft will make their own "180" and "full stop" calls. The Wingman

shall mimic the Lead's call. The flight will rejoin on deck after crossing the hold-short and taxi

as a flight.

2. Fan break. The next method is a fan break for which the appropriate "fan break" signal

(Section 702) will be given. At the appropriate time the Lead will execute a roll towards 90

AOB at a roll rate which the Wingman can follow. The Lead will leave his power set through

90 of turn before going IDLE and extending the speed brake. The Wingman will match Lead's

roll rate but will go IDLE and extend the speed brake at the beginning of the maneuver to create

separation. Again, each aircraft will make their own "180" and "full stop" calls. The Wingman

shall mimic the Lead's call. The flight will rejoin on deck after crossing the hold-short and taxi

as a flight.

5-2 SECTION RECOVERY