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FLIGHT TRAINING INSTRUCTION T-45 WEAPONS/STRIKE - Cnatra

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CHAPTER TEN T-<strong>45</strong> <strong>WEAPONS</strong>/<strong>STRIKE</strong><br />

the roll-in. Passing the abeam, fly a 12-14 unit level turn maintaining pattern airspeed. About 90<br />

degrees from the run-in heading, set power to the weapon release rpm and increase the pull to<br />

15-17 units, maintaining pattern altitude.<br />

The Roll-In<br />

Figure 10-11 Abeam to Roll-In<br />

The roll-in begins about 30 degrees of heading prior to the run-in heading. Because the HUD<br />

only displays heading 15 degrees either side of the heading marker, you will have to estimate this<br />

30- degree lead point. At this point, relax back stick and roll the aircraft to place the lift vector on<br />

the target, and smoothly pull the aircraft down so that it is aligned with the run-in line. (You can<br />

accept a variance of less than 15 degrees from the target run-in line.). Over time, you’ll gain<br />

knowledge for the roll-in distance sight picture and will apply the adaptive roll-in technique as it<br />

applies to the situation.<br />

Tracking Methods<br />

All tracking methods and techniques mentioned are available for employment.<br />

10-12 ADDITIONAL <strong>WEAPONS</strong> MANEUVERS / TARGET TRACKING

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