3. Prior to taking control of the aircraft, the Catapult Officer shall:
a. Observe a green rotating beacon.
b. Check the wind and crosswind conditions.
c. Verify CSV setting.
d. Check off-center distance and aircraft alignment.
e. Check nose wheel cock.
f. Observe deck pitch.
g. Ensure JBDs are raised and all personnel are clear of aircraft, jet exhaust, or prop wash.
h. Check wing and tail locks.
i. Check appropriate flap, slat, and trim settings.
j. Ensure applicable canopies closed and locked.
k. Ensure landing gear, ejection seat, and ordnance safety pins are removed.
l. Ensure access panels are secured.
m. Observe thumbs up (day) or steady vertical white stubby wand (night) from TSPO.
4. When all these conditions have been met and the Catapult Officer considers the aircraft and catapult ready for
launch, he shall accept control of the aircraft from the Director.
5. Once the Catapult Officer has control of the aircraft, he shall give the FINAL TURNUP signal.