FLIGHT TRAINING INSTRUCTION T-45 WEAPONS/STRIKE - Cnatra

T-45 WEAPONS/STRIKE CHAPTER EIGHT
On this tracking run you will see the Velocity Vector is placed close to the 12:00 position,
relative to the target as you are seeing it, not relative to the run-in line on the ground. Here, the
run-in line was slightly overshot. By placing the Velocity Vector above the target as it is seen
will ensure the bomb falling on an imaginary plumb line which falls directly below the Velocity
Vector and in between the inner tick marks of the pitch ladders. This line will be visible in the
CCIP delivery mode and is called the Bomb Fall Line or BFL and is used in determining line-up
in the CCIP mode. In the MANUAL delivery mode, you should strive to fly the jet in a manner
that places the TARGET (the Bullseye) directly in between the inner tick marks of the 35 degree
pitch ladder (or the respective 5 degree pitch ladder below your intended planned dive angle).
This will lead to your pipper seeking the proper aimpoint (offset aimpoint with winds) at release.
By using the Velocity Vector in the uncaged mode for line-up, we solve for the 3:00 – 9:00
portion of our hits.
NOTE
As shown in Figure 8-15, there is no need to correct back to the
run-in line if you are within the Abort Criteria of plus or minus 15
degrees of the run-in heading. Run-in Line 045 degrees.
Use the pitch ladders and Velocity Vector for your line-up guidance, not the pipper mil rings.
This will become VERY apparent on high crosswind days and will help you better in placing
your bombs on target. All of your hits should be on the 12:00 to 6:00 line.
Now let’s talk about setting the Target Placement Angle and Checkpoint Altitude.
Target Placement Angle (TPA)
Target Placement Angle or TPA, is defined as the Angle between the Velocity Vector and the
target.
Figure 8-14 TPA – On Planned Dive
DELIVERY PROCEDURES AND TRACKING TECHNIQUES 8-15