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1995
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Preparing for combat ALEXANDER VELOVICH/MOSCOW The Combat Training and Flight Crew Conversion Centre (CTFCCC) at Lipetsk is one of the most important institutions of the Russian air force. Located some 400km (250 miles) south of Moscow, the CTFCCC is responsible for work ing out operational tactics for all types of com bat for the Frontal (Tactical) Aviation Command. These range from air-to-air engagements, both beyond-visual range and Much of the Russian air force's tactical doctrine is developed at a base near Moscow. close-in, to electronic warfare, reconnaissance, and air-to-ground weapons delivery. The CTFCCC publishes manuals on how- to wage air combat, which are almost compul sory reading for pilots of die Russian air force. The centre also provides training for pilots changing from one aircraft type to another, with type simulators for familiarisation and training. Familiarisation with a new type begins in a cockpit mock-up of a an aircraft such as the Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker (picture E). The trainee then moves on to computer simu lators, followed by two-seat combat-trainer aircraft and, finally, a pilot is qualified to fly a solo mission in a particular combat type. Maj Gen Nickolay Chaga is the base com- 26 FLIGHT INTERNATIONAL 8 - 14 February 1995
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