At the conclusion of the Formation Basic Course graduates will be eligible for a CASR Part 61 Formation Flight Activity Endorsement. This course involves a minimum of 16 flights (19.2 hours) + briefings + one tutorial. The course focuses on developing the formation fundamentals required of both a lead pilot and wingman in a two-ship formation.
During this course you will work on:
- Station maintenance
- Station changing
- Re-join procedures
- Manoeuvring in formation
- Formation circuits, take-offs & landings.
Your instructors will also develop your briefing skills, confidence and overall flying accuracy.
Minimum course entry requirement: RPL or higher.