AFMAN11-2T-38A-B — T-38a/b Flying Fundamentals

AFMAN11-2T-38A-B governs T-38A/B fundamental procedures and techniques used to accomplish various missions.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2T-38A-B
  • Title: T-38A/B FLYING FUNDAMENTALS
  • Date: 2022-04-20

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The publication addresses maintaining constant G and airspeed and increasing G as proficiency allows. It also specifies training rules, rules of engagement, power settings, altitude floors, and maneuvering limits.

Applies to: This publication applies to Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve Command, and the Air National Guard.

Topics covered

  • Constant G
  • Constant airspeed
  • Increasing G as proficiency allows

Questions and answers

What is the floor for the assigned airspace?

The floor is 1,000 feet above the bottom of assigned airspace.

What must the training aircraft maintain during the turn?

When the maneuvering aircraft closes to approximately 2,000 feet and approaches a stabilized position, the training aircraft will begin a level to slightly descending turn, maintaining constant G and airspeed.

Can the training aircraft execute turn reversals after maneuvering begins?

The training aircraft will not execute turn reversals after the call to begin maneuvering.

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