Fighting Wing parameters
30-45 degree AA
500 - 1500 ft aft
Visual reference for forward limit of fighting wing cone?
The forward edge of the cone is the 45 degree line. The visual reference is aligning lead’s wingtip with the middle of the aft canopy
Visual reference for the aft limit of the cone?
The 30 degree line is the aft limit of the cone. The reference is aligning lead’s wingtip with the nose of the aircraft
How can you visually determine 500’?
You should be able to easily read the EN and the tail # begins to fade
How can you visibly determine 1000’?
The EN on the tail begins to fade
What are the maneuvering limitations in fighting wing?
No aerobatics maneuvers