9.10. Mission Briefing.

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9.10.1. Objective. The flight lead (or designated briefer) ensures all flight members are briefed on start, taxi, takeoff, recovery, and relevant special subjects.

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9.10.2. Description. The briefing sets the tone for the entire mission and should begin on time. The briefing should set objectives, establish goals, and set the standard used to measure successful performance during the mission.

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9.10.3. Procedure. All formation members will be present and ready for the preflight briefing. The briefing will be conducted in a professional manner and will be clear and concise. Most of the preflight brief should be spent describing the "how to" of the mission. Elements of the mission which are to be conducted according to written unit standards or procedures in this manual may be briefed as standard. Minimum time should be spent on written standards as all formation members are expected have them committed to memory.

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9.10.3.1. Individual Crew Briefings. The briefer must allow time for each crew to discuss intercockpit responsibilities, emergency procedures, and other crew coordination issues. Lead should plan to allow five minutes as a minimum.

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9.10.3.2. Mission Debriefing. The debrief should cover areas that need improvement. The mission should be reconstructed in only enough detail to debrief issues affecting the entire formation. Conduct the debrief in a business-like atmosphere and critiques of execution should not be taken personally. Receive instruction openly; use the debrief as a tool for improvement.

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