Jet Fighter School II

More Training for Computer Fighter Pilots
by Richard G. Sheffield

The Climbing S

This maneuver can be performed as a climbing maneuver or a descending maneuver. This example covers the climbing maneuver. You can also enter and exit this maneuver in the inverted position. It is often used as a transition maneuver to gain or lose altitude.

• Fly straight and level at 500 knots or more. (1)
• Pull up as though you are going to perform a loop. (2)
• When you reach the inverted position, push forward on the stick to continue to climb. (3)
• Level off on top of the half loop in normal flight. (4)

Figure 3-18. The Climbing S

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