Taking off
Always let your wingman take off first in order to
avoid a collision. It is best to be at zero throttle when starting
on the carrier deck. Turn off the wheel brakes, then hit full
throttle. After pulling up from the flight deck, reduce drag by
retracting the landing gear.
Flying
Dive to increase speed and climb to decrease speed.
Once proficiency is achieved with the nozzle jet control, the
Harrier may be stopped quickly in mid-air and hover.
Do not attempt drastic turns at a low attitude.
Do not reduce the throttle to below 75% in order to have power
available for evasive maneuvers.
Use the Auto Pilot if the aircraft is out of control or has trouble
flying.
Keep watching the plane's radar system for valuable information.
Always eject before crashing.