During which flight mode are point target engagements restricted?

Point target engagements are restricted primarily because of the stability and control requirements during certain flight modes. In hover or approach mode, the aircraft is often in a position where it may not be able to maneuver as effectively, making it more challenging to engage a specific point target accurately. The aircraft's relatively low speed and limited ability to change altitude or direction can lead to a higher risk of inaccurate targeting or collateral damage.

During mission execution, combat operations, and any flight mode other than hover or approach, the aircraft typically has greater capacity to adjust its positioning and engage targets more effectively. This makes those modes more conducive to point target engagements rather than introducing unnecessary risks in the more constrained hover or approach mode.