Useful Documentation
On this page, you will find links to various printable copies of manuals, training materials, compliance forms,
reporting pages ... you get the idea. Pretty much everything you might need to file to comply with the FFI
regimen for safe formation flying. Right click on the desired link and chose "Save Link As..." to fetch a copy to
your local computer.
Formation Flying Incorporated (FFI) has produced the "RV Formation Guidelines and Standard Procedures"
manual. This is the definitive source for the HOW TO of safe formation flying. If you plan to attend any FFI
endorsed clinics, this manual is more than a must read -- it is a MUST KNOW. Memorize the content of this
document.
The West Coast Ravens flying team has put together a training guidelines document that supplements the FFI
document.
A pilot that wishes to receive an endorsement or "card" from FFI will be evaluated to the Standards and
Proficiency Program for the wingman, lead and check pilot categories. In order to fly in FAA waivered airspace
in formation, you must pass this checkride.
Your FFI card is subject to expiration at the end of each calendar year. In order to have it renewed without a
new checkride, you must complete and submit the FFI Annual Activity Report.
A carded lead or wingman may be asked to serve as a safety pilot for a newbie at a clinic. The Safety Pilot
Guidelines serves as an outline for performing in that capacity.
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