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d. Effects of weather on an imaging sortie.
e. The importance of the Photography Log.
f. Special requirements for video sorties.
Obtain a briefing for an imaging sortie that includes both the “Four
Square” and “Bird’s Eye (Overview)” imaging patterns. [AP-O-004]
4. Using diagrams, describe the basic types of imaging flight patterns and
when they are used. [AP-P-004]
5. Discuss the importance of communications between the pilot and AP
and between the Photo Log keeper and AP, when proper
communication is of the greatest importance, and the types of
adjustments you may have to tell the pilot to make to properly frame a
target. [AP-P-004]
6. Discuss factors that can affect the success of an imaging sortie,
including: [AP-P-005]
a. Artificial deadline
b. Vibration
c. Visibility
d. Focus
e. Wind
7. Using the Imaging Sortie Checklist, discuss:
a. Inventorying your equipment
b. Adjusting the camera settings
c. Preparing the aircraft
Demonstrate equipment inventory and camera set up and aircraft
preparation using the Imaging Sortie Checklist. [AP-O-004]