Air to Air Guns Tracking Shot Definition: A gun attack achieved by maneuvering to the rear quarter of a bogey. Advantages: More certain kill once a tracking solution is achieved. Disadvantages: Longer time required. More predictable flight path required... this is very dangerous in a multi-bogey environment SELECT GUNS (LCOS) Radar ON ____________________ R LOCK TARGET ________________T MANOEUVRE TO THE BOGEY'S REAR QUARTER Point your nose ahead of the target Match the bogey's bank Match the bogey's turn rate so the bogey remains a constant distance below your FPI. At this stage you are "In the saddle" Pull up until the gun reticle is over the target designator box. FIRE SHORT BURSTS of 1 second or less
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