What is the purpose of monitoring CBM App (Ch4) during the Racetrack Recovery?

Monitoring the CBM App (Ch4) during the Racetrack Recovery serves primarily to stay informed about air traffic. During this phase of flight, which involves circuits or racetrack patterns that provide a controlled environment for landing approaches, awareness of surrounding air traffic is critical for ensuring safety and coordination with other aircraft.

The CBM App is designed to give real-time updates and information regarding the positions and movements of other aircraft in the vicinity. This allows pilots to make informed decisions and maintain safe separation from other vehicles in the airspace, which is essential for both safety and compliance with air traffic control directives.

Remaining aware of air traffic also enables pilots to communicate effectively with ATC and helps in the overall management of multiple aircraft operating in the same airspace, thereby enhancing operational efficiency during critical flight phases like the Racetrack Recovery.