Using clock positions for target a threat communication

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Clock positions provide a fast and intuitive method of describing object or threat locations relative to the aircraft. This method is often faster than providing exact compass bearings during time-sensitive situations.

Clock Position Usage

• Use clock positions to communicate relative location of:
• Incoming missiles or threats
• Visual sightings of airfields, aircraft, or other points of interest
• Any rapidly developing aerial or situational events

Communication Standard

• Imagine the aircraft is the centre of a clock face.
• Report objects using the nearest clock position relative to the aircraft’s forward-facing direction.

Example:

• “Enemy aircraft, 2 o’clock.”
• “Airfield, 10 o’clock.”