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Aeronautic terminology in dribs and drabs... W as "Wedge Two Ship Formation"

Rome, Italy - The most used by pilots

The Wedge Two Ship Formation is made up of two airplanes at the same level with the wingman in a rear position compared to the leader, at an angle varying between 30° and 60°. This is the pilots most used formation since it offers different advantages: it is very practical, the distance between the two airplanes is enough for performing any manoeuvre with confidence, it is possible to change formation i...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1085673
Rome, Italy, 02/09/2008 09:00
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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