AETCMAN11-248 — T-6 Primary Flying

AETCMAN11-248 governs basic flying tasks, planning considerations, procedures, and techniques for T-6 aircraft operations.

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  • Publication number: AETCMAN11-248
  • Title: T-6 PRIMARY FLYING
  • Date: 2025-08-13

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It covers initial and break pattern procedures, airspeeds, power, pitch, altitude, visual references, and spacing considerations. Compliance with the publication is mandatory, and its procedures include tiered requirements.

Applies to: It contains the basic principles, procedures, and techniques applicable to all Air Education and Training Command (AETC) personnel operating T-6 aircraft.

Topics covered

  • T-6 aircraft operations
  • Pitch attitudes
  • No-wind spacing
  • Crosswind spacing
  • Initial pattern
  • Break procedure
  • Flap-position airspeed

Questions and answers

How accurate are the pitch attitudes and pictures in AETCMAN11-248?

Pitch attitudes and pictures are approximations.

Why can actual T-6 pitch attitudes and levels vary?

Actual pitch attitudes and levels may vary depending on factors such as pilot height and seat settings.

How should crosswinds affect WTD spacing?

For crosswinds, consider moving the WTD one reference point in or out for every 10 knots of crosswind. (paragraph 5)

Should pilots fly on-speed AOA or planned airspeed?

Fly the aircraft the higher of on speed AOA or planned airspeed based on flap position. (paragraph 6)

Where is the break zone located?

The break zone is between the approach end and 3,000 feet down the runway. (paragraph 6)

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