How are pilots advised when individual control is requested during formation flights?

In formation flying, when individual control is requested, pilots are typically provided with advisory information. This approach allows pilots to maintain their situational awareness while ensuring safe separation and communication among the formation members. The advisory information may include updates on traffic, weather, or other pertinent details that might affect the flight path, helping pilots make informed decisions during the transition from a coordinated formation to individual control.

This method promotes safety and efficiency, as it ensures that pilots are not only aware of their own aircraft's needs but are also mindful of the environment around them. In contrast, landing instructions or immediate landing directives do not align with the purpose of transitioning to individual control, nor do altitude changes alone provide comprehensive situational awareness. Therefore, advisory information is crucial for supporting pilots in making safe, effective maneuvers while flying individually within a previously coordinated formation.