EDWARDSAFBPAM91-203 — Midair Collision Avoidance

EDWARDSAFBPAM91-203 governs midair collision avoidance and safe transit through the R-2508 Complex.

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• Publication number: EDWARDSAFBPAM91-203
• Title: Midair Collision Avoidance
• Date: 2023-03-22

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The publication describes R-2508 Complex airspace, military operations, civilian-pilot hazards, and techniques for identifying and avoiding midair collisions. It includes procedures for clearing during flight, managing workload, maintaining visibility, and avoiding complacency.

Topics covered

• R-2508 Complex airspace
• Midair collision avoidance
• Visual lookout
• Task management in flight
• Wake turbulence
• Clearing procedures

Questions and answers

What should pilots do in addition to visually clearing for other aircraft?

Clear over the radio in addition to clearing visually.

What type of light should be used inside an aircraft at night?

White light disrupts your night vision, even if used momentarily. Use a red light at night.

Can instructors make mistakes during flight instruction?

Instructors make mistakes too. Many midair collisions have occurred during periods of instruction or supervision.

What does it mean when another aircraft grows larger without relative motion?

If another aircraft appears to have no relative motion in your windscreen but is increasing in size, it is on a direct collision course with you.

When are clearing procedures required?

Execute appropriate clearing procedures before and during all climbs, descents, turns, abnormal maneuvers, or aerobatics.

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