Too bad you don't have a fellow Phantom pilot near by who could perform some overhead reconnaissance of the area. You'd be surprised how difficult it can be to see a Phantom nestled in the trees. Tonight want to try scanning the treetops in the dark with a bright flashlight. Easier to spot a white Phantom against the dark night sky.
It's only 6 inches deep went round it 10 times but agree that's where it seemed to be heading