FAST Formation Standards

FAST Formation StandardsScott Gomez Glaser26 FEB 15

StandardsSome say:Hey were just civilians we dont need all this rigid military stuffThis is just a hobby. Were not professionals.

ReallyHobby?We are not professionalsTrue in the sense that we do not get paidFalse - in the sense that we do not does not require 100% commitment

Civilian Pilot. No Formation Training.

Dave Zweigle 1967 2009Survived by Wife Julie and 2 Children

3 Ship L-29 Flight4th of July ParadeWhos Responsible WE ARE!!!You are responsible for yourAbilities ProficiencySafetyWe are largely self policingException AirshowsHow to maintain high performance and safety?

STANDARDS!!!!Hot SpotsMaintaining Professional StandardsLead ResponsibilitiesDouble Check

StandardsWe strive for military precisionHowever we have reduced:MissionsResourcesHence, we need to scope our mission to our resources.Basic Formation -> FAST!!!

Military ExperienceFAST exists to provide two overarching things:Formation trainingA common protocolThose with Military experience:Dont need #1#2 make sure everyone is on the same page!

Formation DisciplineKeeps everyone on the same pageEveryone knows what to expect and what is expected of themAllows all members to work together

1010Wing Pilots ResponsibilitiesFollow and take direction from LeadMaintain positionWork to improve formation skillsMaintain formation disciplineProvide Mutual Support

10Leads Pilots

1212All Flight Lead Pilots ResponsibilitiesSafe conduct of formation flightSituational awarenessAbove average knowledge of the aircraft, its systems and performance limitationsKnowledge of the airspace and ATC environmentKnowledge of Wing Pilots qualifications and limitationsOperational techniques to smoothly and safely lead a flight

121313FAST Lead Pilots ResponsibilitiesSelection of Wing Pilots to fly in flight Verify credentialsVerify condition to flyVerify currencyVerify competency in typeVerify aircraft is airworthyVerify all pilots have safety equipment

13Leads PilotsOnly should be leading formations activities at events. Have a responsibility to:Educate Air Bosses and FAA personnel Step up to lead flights Prevent Wing Pilots from overstepping their abilities.

Leads PilotsOnly should be leading formations activities at events. Have a responsibility to:Educate Air Bosses and FAA personnel Step up to lead flights Prevent Wing Pilots from overstepping their abilities.

Lead Pilots Must UnderstandCondition and operating Limitations of every aircraft in the flight Planned route and holding areasAir show waivers do not reduce our responsibility to avoid flight over Densely Populated Areas. Each Experimental Jet is a unique aircraft and many have very unique Operating Limitations. He or she is responsible for every pilot and every aircraft in the flight!Leads Mass FormationsMass Formation > than a flight of four aircraft Presents many new challenges. MUST BE PRACTICED!!!First time shouldn't be stepping up at an air show in front of a crowd!!!

FormsGotta do it for standardizationREQUIRED!!! Especially FPRsCJAA Forms are the most appropriate for our organization.If youre unsure ask!

Thank YouScott T. GlaserFAST & CJAA Trained Instructor PilotFlight Research, Inc and International Flight Test Institute

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