Wang Dunmin (Major General, China People's Liberation Army Air Force)

As a major general of China People's Liberation Army Air Force, Wang Dunmin knows that the pilot's operation skills are very important to complete the flight mission. During his career, he has accumulated rich experience. In order to help more pilots improve their operation skills, he specially wrote this article to share some common operation steps and skills.

First, the preparation before flight

Before carrying out the flight mission, the pilot needs to make detailed preparations, including checking whether the equipment and instruments of the aircraft are normal, understanding the weather conditions and route planning. Here are some concrete steps:

1. Check the aircraft equipment and instruments: the pilot needs to carefully check whether the aircraft engine, fuel tank, hydraulic system, electrical system and other equipment are normal. At the same time, check whether the instruments are accurate, such as altimeter, barometer, thermometer, etc.

2. Know the weather: Pilots need to check the weather forecast to know the weather and expected flight conditions, so as to make corresponding preparations.

3. Route planning: Pilots need to plan routes according to mission requirements and weather conditions, and mark key points and alternate airports on the map.

Second, take-off and climb

Take-off and climb are important links in flight tasks, which require pilots to master certain skills and operation steps. Here are some common operating techniques:

1. Adjust the throttle: Before taking off, the pilot needs to gradually increase the throttle to make the plane accelerate gradually. At the same time, it is necessary to control the rudder and aileron to maintain the stability of the aircraft.

2. Pull up in advance: When the plane reaches the takeoff speed, the pilot needs to gradually pull up the nose to make the plane leave the ground. It should be noted that it is necessary to maintain the balance of the aircraft during the lifting process to avoid the wing tip hitting the ground.

3. Adjust the climb angle: The pilot needs to adjust the climb angle according to the mission requirements and weather conditions. Generally speaking, the climbing angle should be controlled at about 10 degree to avoid excessive fuel consumption and loss of engine life.

Three. Cruise and descent

Cruise and descent are common operation links in flight missions, which require pilots to master certain skills and operation steps. Here are some common operating techniques:

1. Control the flying height: When cruising, the pilot needs to control the flying height according to the mission requirements and weather conditions. Generally speaking, the cruising altitude of an aircraft should be controlled at about 3000 meters.

2. Adjust the flight speed: During the cruise, the pilot needs to adjust the flight speed according to the mission requirements and weather conditions. Generally speaking, the cruising speed of an airplane should be controlled at about 800 kilometers.

3. Preparation before descending: Before descending, the pilot needs to make corresponding preparations, including adjusting the engine throttle, reducing the aircraft speed and adjusting the descending angle.

Four. Landing and stopping

Take-off and landing is a key link in the flight mission, which requires pilots to master certain skills and operating steps. Here are some common operating techniques:

1. Adjust the landing angle: Before landing, the pilot needs to adjust the landing angle according to the mission requirements and weather conditions. Generally speaking, the landing angle should be controlled at about 3 degrees.

2. Control the landing speed: During the landing, the pilot needs to gradually reduce the speed of the aircraft in order to land safely. Generally speaking, the landing speed should be controlled at about 200 kilometers.

3. Preparation before stopping: Before stopping, the pilot needs to make corresponding preparations, including adjusting the brakes, turning off the engine and adjusting the position of the aircraft.