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This is the first part of a three-part episode on BFM (Basic Fighter Manoeuvres), covering the fundamentals and terminology surrounding the topic. Parts 2 and 3 will cover Offensive and Defensive BFM.
Part 2 of the BFM Episode of Tactics and Manoeuvring covering an introduction to the concepts and manoeuvres for use in Offensive BFM.
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This is the first part of a three-part episode on BFM (Basic Fighter Manoeuvres), covering the fundamentals and terminology surrounding the topic. Parts 2 and 3 will cover Offensive and Defensive BFM.
This is the first episode of the Air-to-Ground Tactics and Manoeuvring mini-series focussed on Basic Surface Attack (BSA) as taught in the US Air Force and Navy.
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The USAF Manual for Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals in the T-38. Includes instruction on Basic Fighter Manoeuvres (BFM) and Basic Surface Attack (BSA)
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US Navy T-45C Goshawk Raked Range Pattern
This mission is designed to learn how to fly the US Navy Raked Range Pattern in the T-45C Goshawk Training Aircraft.
Basic Surface Attack Video - US Navy Raked Range
Below you will find my Basic Surface Attack video. If you haven't already, make sure you watch the section on the Raked Range Pattern
Flying the pattern
Entry
The Pattern is entered at release altitude and airspeed:
3000ft 450kts - 30° Bombs
2000ft 450kts - 20° Bombs
1000ft 450kts - 10° Bombs
Break
Aircraft break into the pattern at an 8-second interval for 4-ship, and 10 seconds for a 3-ship.
Roll to 45° AOB and pull 4G until pitch = dive angle for the next pass. Continue the turn until 90° of turn is completed, then relax the G to 2-3G.
1000ft before pattern altitude, reduce power and lower the nose.
Pattern Altitudes:
8000ft AGL - 30° Bombs
6000ft AGL - 20° Bombs
2500ft AGL - 10° Bombs
Abeam
Aim to arrive at the abeam position at the following distances:
1.7-1.8NM - 30° Bombs
1.8-2.0NM - 20° Bombs
2.0-2.1NM - 10° Bombs
At the abeam position, roll wings level and fly straight for 8-10 seconds or until reaching the turn point.
Turn Point
The turn point should correspond to the attack cone distance for the subsequent pass:
2.3NM - 30° Bombs
2.7NM - 20° Bombs
2.3NM - 10° Bombs
At the turn point, enter a gentle turn to place the target on your left shoulder, to intercept the Approach Turn Arc.
Approach Turn Arc
You should aim to intercept the Approach Turn Arc at the following distances:
2.7NM - 30° Bombs
3.0NM - 20° Bombs
2.7NM - 10° Bombs
Continue turning until 90° of turn remaining to the target.
Power Up Point
At the Power Up Point, select the following power settings:
92-94% - 30° Bombs
95-97% - 20° Bombs
MRT - 10° Bombs
Select Master ARM to ARM, and continue the turn until approximately 30° of turn remain, at which point you should be at Attack Cone Distance.
Roll In Point
Attack Cone Distances:
2.3NM - 30° Bombs
2.7NM - 20° Bombs
2.2NM - 10° Bombs
At the Attack Cone Distance, roll in to place the lift vector on the target and pull it through the standby compass. Roll wings level and place the FPM on the intended dive angle. Assess the Initial Target Placement and adjust until ITP = ~3°.
Tracking
Continue to checkpoint altitude and adjust to ensure TPA corresponds with the following angles:
5° - 30° Bombs
5° - 20° Bombs
4° - 10° Bombs
Allow the crosshair to pass through the target and press the weapon release button.
Recovery
After a momentary pause, smoothly apply 4G and pull the nose through the horizon. When established in the recovery, select Master ARM - SAFE, and engage MRT. At 10° Nose Up, roll to 45° AOB and continue pitching up to the inteded pitch angle. Re-enter the pattern and continue with your next pass.
Raked Range Pattern Z-Diagrams
Mission Requirements
- DCS World (Version 2.9.25.21402 or higher)
- VNAO T-45C Goshawk (FREE, available at this link)
- Persian Gulf Map (available at this link)
Mission Setup
- Download the mission file using the button below and place it in your DCS Missions folder. (\SavedGames\DCS\Missions)
- Open DCS World and navigate to the Missions tab. Open T-45 Raked Range Pattern.miz
- Start the mission.
Initial Actions
- Select, Hold, and Trim the aircraft for 450kts.
- Select HSI on the left DDI and set it to WPT 1.
- Press CRS on the UFC and enter 270.
- Press LAW on the UFC and enter 1700ft.
- Select STRS on the right DDI and set it to A/G, BOMBS, CCIP.
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