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Dimensions3862 x 1931
Original file size1.96 MB
Image typeJPEG
Color spacesRGB
Date taken26-Jul-24 14:39
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Camera makeSONY
Camera modelILCA-68
Focal length180 mm
Focal length (35mm)270 mm
Max lens aperturef/5.6
Exposure1/2500 at f/9
FlashNot fired, compulsory mode
Exposure bias0 EV
Exposure modeAuto
Exposure prog.Aperture priority
ISO speedISO 400
Metering modeCenter-weighted average
Digital zoom1x
2024 0726 064

2024 0726 064

US Navy "Blue Angels" F/A-18E 'Super Hornets' Solos perform the 'Opposing Minimum Radius Turn' maneuver.
Photographed from 18th Street and 19th Avenue N., Fargo. (NDSU Reseach & Technology, parking lot)

'Opposing Minimum Radius Turn' maneuver: From behind the crowd, #5 & #6 will approach in an abeam formation at 400 KCAS and 500’ AGL crossing over the spectator area. They will extend to approximately 1500’ past the show line with #5 moving 50'-75' aft of #6. Each aircraft will roll 270 degrees away from each other and commence a cross. They will cross again over Center Point at a minimum of 200’ AGL. Both A/C will roll out in front of the show line, pull 40 degrees nose up and execute 3 1/2 rolls.