Carrier Practice
If you already trained in the F/A-18 in the Carrier Tutorial mission, this is your chance to practice your skills and earn your wings. See if you can get good enough to land on the carrier the first time on each approach.
Aircraft Carrier Operations
| Function | Key Command |
| Tail Hook (Extend/Retract) | SHIFT+Q |
| Takeoff Assist (Arm/Disarm) | SHIFT+I |
| Launch Bar (Extend/Retract) | SHIFT+U |
| Takeoff Assist (Trigger) | SHIFT+SPACEBAR |
Navigation
Take off from the aircraft carrier and remain in close to the ship to land.
You can navigate in this mission by following the Mission Compass and Mission Pointer. For a more challenging experience, turn the Mission Compass and Mission Pointer off (press U).
Communications
Your radio is already tuned to the ship's communication.
Suggested Reading
To learn more about the skills you use in this mission, see the following articles in the Learning Center:
- "Boeing F/A-18 Hornet Aircraft Information"
- Fly the "Carrier Tutorial" mission"
Suggested Tutorial Missions
- Carrier Tutorial
