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Baffin
Jul-17-2014, 08:07
After being asked a few times, I would like to share a method that works for me...

If possible, map a switch for left hand bomb release.

Select four 250 lb. bombs with 1.0 second delay minimum.

Set Maximum power: Throttles MAX, boost ON.

Set propeller FINE. This gives you maximum power for the pull up and the turn after release.

Stabilize at 100' AGL / ASL maximum. Trim for hands off level flight to avoid inputs at bomb release.

For shipping: Aim for a point just forward of the smokestack. Avoid aiming at the tall rigging.

Think of the bomb release as a rapid, three step sequence: Drop, then pull up, then push over.

Watch the ship's waterline. As it barely touches the outer, lower ring of the pilot's gun sight, release the bomb.

Pull up with full elevator immediately AFTER bomb release. Early pull-up will "Pitch" the bomb over the ship.

When clear of the ship's superstructure, briefly apply full forward elevator to avoid the stall and lower the nose for the next attack.

Stay close to the water in the turn to avoid detection by enemy interceptors.

Rinse and repeat...

sw1ive
Jul-17-2014, 15:40
this time I got my first 15 hour in Blenheim

thanks for the post