AIRCREW TRAINING PROGRAM
POLICIES, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION (PA)
POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION
1.1. General. MCI 10-202-series volumes prescribe basic policy and guidance for training United States Air Force aircrews, including aeromedical evacuation crewmembers, in C-5, C-9, KC-10, C-12, C-17, C-20, C-21, C-22, VC-25, C-29, C/KC-135, C-137, and C-141 aircraft. This volume defines and establishes minimum aircrew training requirements necessary to complete operational missions.
1.1.1. Weapon system training requirements are maintained in individual MCI 10-202 volumes as follows:
1.1.3. Use of Flying Hours. We must use our training hours in a manner that demonstrates good stewardship of the taxpayers' money. We justify those hours on the basis of maintaining wartime readiness, and Congress and the public expect us to use them accordingly. Each training mission must be structured to achieve maximum training. Any by-product airlift opportunity resulting from training must not degrade the intended training in any way and must comply with applicable Department of Defense (DoD) instructions. Any use of flying training hours to accomplish other than direct training requirements must be approved by the appropriate numbered Air Force commander (NGB/CF for Air National Guard [ANG]). It is essential that all personnel at all levels prevent the misuse of air mobility resources as well as the perception of their misuse.
1.1.3.1. Training on Operational Missions. Unless specifically prohibited or restricted by weapon system operating procedures or specific theater operations order (OPORD), the operations group commander or air reserve component (ARC) equivalent may allow upgrade or special qualification training on operational missions. Commanders will ensure the training will not impact mission effectiveness and the crewmember receiving training is under the supervision of an instructor of like specialty.
1.2. Responsibilities:
1.2.1. AMC Headquarters. AMC is the OPR for training policy in coordination with other MAJCOMs and applicable aircrew training system (ATS) contractors. AMC is responsible for training course requirements, training tasks, and quota control in coordination with other headquarters as follows:
1.2.1.1. Courses. The AMC Director of Operations (DO), in coordination with other MAJCOMs, approves courses. Send proposals for amending existing course prerequisites or deleting obsolete courses through the appropriate headquarters to HQ AMC/DOT for approval. HQ AMC/DOT will process the approved changes in coordination with the AFCAT 36-2223, USAF Formal Schools, office of primary responsibility (OPR).
1.2.1.2. Command Curriculum Review Workshop (CCRW). HQ AMC/DOT hosts a CCRW each fiscal year. The CCRW reviews all training programs for currency, applicability, compliance and effectiveness. Attendees should include training representatives from HQ AMC/DOT/SG, AMWC/WCOX, ACC, AETC, AFRES, NGB, PACAF, USAFE, Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), Air Force Flight Standards Agency (AFFSA), curriculum developers, formal schools, numbered Air Force (NAF) training and standardization offices, selected unit representatives, and ATS contractors.
1.2.1.3. Programmed Flying Training (PFT). HQ AMC/DOT determines the number of training quotas available and allocates quotas according to AFCAT 36-2223 in coordination with other MAJCOMs, users, and applicable ATS contractors. HQ AETC/XOT (or designated representative) publishes PFT pamphlets and, if required, amends pamphlets through change notifications in coordination with respective training managers.
1.2.1.4. AMC units will send projected PFT requirements to HQ AMC/DOT. Other units (including ANG and USAFR) will send projected PFT requirements to HQ AMC/DOT through their parent MAJCOMs.
1.2.2. Other MAJCOMs. MAJCOMs will supervise, monitor, and evaluate their squadrons' training programs and provide their unique training requirements and program modifications to HQ AMC/DOT as necessary.
1.2.2.1. Supplements to MCI 10-202. MAJCOM specific guidance may be published in chapter 7.
1.2.2.2. Exceptions to guidance in the basic volumes, chapters 1-6 and attachments, may be annotated by "EXCEPTION: ...," or "N/A" or "not applicable...," e.g., "N/A" or "not applicable for ARC, ANG, or USAFR."
1.2.3. Operations Groups. The operations group will convene a training review panel (TRP). The operations group will determine frequency, format and content of the meetings. The TRP should review staff and aircrew management actions necessary to complete the squadrons' flight and ground training programs.
1.2.3.1. The operations group will establish procedures with the servicing military personnel flight (MPF) for individual counseling and personnel system updates for the active duty service commitment (ADSC) incurred (not applicable for ARC). Training conducted according to MCI 10-202-series volumes that is intended to result in initial qualification, requalification, or upgrade in a crew position will result in an ADSC according to AFI 36-2107, Active Duty Service Commitments (ADSC) and Specialized Period of Time Contracts (SPTC), and AFCAT 36-2223. Requalification includes training for loss of currency exceeding one year. The ADSC only applies to basic requalification in the aircraft, not subsequent in-unit requalification to a crew qualification previously held in that aircraft, such as requalification in air refueling (AR), airdrop (AD), aircraft commander, or instructor (formal school requalification will incur an ADSC).
1.2.3.2. The operations group, in coordination with the flying squadrons, will determine the functions and responsibilities of the operations support squadron (OSS) training flight. Any flight commander training functions stipulated in this volume may also be performed by appropriate OSS training flight personnel.
1.2.4. Squadrons. As a general rule, training management is at the squadron or detachment level; however, the wing or operations group commander is ultimately responsible for squadron training programs.
1.2.4.1. Squadron commanders will ensure aircrew members complete training in a timely manner. Failure to reasonably progress mandates action for removal if appropriate.
1.2.4.2. Ensure formal school post-graduate questionnaires are accomplished and returned to the formal schools. A copy of the questionnaire answer form will be retained by the gaining squadron for one year after completion of formal school training.
1.2.5. Formal SchoolATS Contractor: Develops, updates, and maintains courseware and training syllabi, and performs task and media analysis consistent with the applicable ATS contract (see applicable volume).
1.2.6. Formal SchoolNon-ATS. The unit develops, updates, and maintains courseware and training syllabi and performs task and media analysis associated with aircrew qualification training per AFI 36-2201, Developing, Managing, and Conducting Training, AFPAM 36-2211, Guide for Management of Air Force Training Systems, and AFMAN 36-2234, Instruction System Development. The HQ AMC/DOT OPR will be the approving authority for these courses.
1.3. Terms:
1.3.1. Academic training. A course of instruction that includes, but is not limited to, classroom instruction related to aircraft systems and operation, flight characteristics and techniques, performance, normal procedures, abnormal procedures, and emergency procedures. To adequately prepare students, academic courses should be completed prior to simulator or flight training.
1.3.2. Aeromedical evacuation (AE). The movement of patients under medical supervision to and between medical treatment facilities by air transportation.
1.3.3. Aeromedical evacuation crewmember (AECM). Qualified flight nurses, AE technicians, and unqualified student trainees performing AE duties under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor or flight examiner.
1.3.4. Aeromedical Evacuation Technician (AET). An enlisted medical corps technician who has completed a recognized course of study in aerospace nursing and has current aeronautical orders in that Air Force specialty code (AFSC).
1.3.5. Aeromedical readiness missions (ARM). Training missions using simulated patients to prepare AECMs for moving patients during wartime.
1.3.6. Aircraft commander (AC). Pilot who has been certified to perform "pilot-in-command" duties.
1.3.7. Aircraft systems refresher. Aircraft and crew position unique systems refresher courses.
1.3.8. AD loadmaster. Loadmaster on specific AD missions performing duties he or she is specifically qualified and certified to accomplish.
1.3.9. AD mission. Flight that involves the aerial delivery of personnel, supplies, or equipment from an aircraft. If multiple aircraft are involved in formation, lead and wing mission qualifications apply.
1.3.10. AD qualified crew. Required complement of crewmembers qualified to perform a specific AD mission.
1.3.11. Airland aircrew. Basic or augmented crew qualified to conduct an airland mission.
1.3.12. Airland loadmaster. Crewmember fully qualified to function as a loadmaster on airland missions.
1.3.13. Airland mission. A flight that involves the delivery of cargo or personnel between airfields.
1.3.14. AR mission. Flight that involves AR procedures as a tanker or receiver aircraft.
1.3.15. Air Reserve component (ARC). ANG and USAFR units and aircrews, both associate and unit-equipped.
1.3.16. Aircrew training device (ATD). Includes cockpit procedures trainer, boom operator part task trainer, weapons systems trainer, operational flight trainer, celestial training device, table top navigation and rendezvous trainer, cargo loading trainer, and other flight simulators.
1.3.17. Aircrew training system (ATS). Integrated qualification, upgrade, and continuation training program for crewmembers. Civilian contractors conduct most academic and ATD training: Air Force conducts all flight training.
1.3.18. Annual. Training required every 12 months. Event will be accomplished during the 5-month eligibility period preceding the currency reference month. Events due and completed ensure currency through the end of the currency reference month of the following year. To facilitate block training schedules, squadrons may establish a currency reference month other than the month initial training was accomplished. In no instance will an individual go more than 18 months between events. EXCEPTION: Annual is defined as once each calendar year for SIOP training.
1.3.19. Basic qualified. Aircrew member who has successfully completed an inflight evaluation but is not mission qualified in his or her assigned aircraft.
1.3.20. Biennial. Training required every 24 months. Event will be accomplished during the 5-month eligibility period preceding the currency reference month. Events due and completed ensure currency through the end of the currency reference month of the second year. To facilitate block training schedules, squadrons may establish a currency reference month other than the month initial training was accomplished. Individual will not exceed 30 months between events.
1.3.21. Boom operator. Crewmember qualified in boom operator duties.
1.3.22. Charge medical technician (CMT). A qualified AET who supervises other AETs in aircrew positions on an AE mission.
1.3.23. Communication systems operator (CSO). Crewmember fully qualified to perform all communication systems operator functions.
1.3.24. Communications security (COMSEC) aid. COMSEC material, other than equipment or devices, that assists in securing communications and which is required in the production, operation, or maintenance of COMSEC systems and their components. Examples are keys, codes, authentication information in physical or electronic form, call signs, frequencies, and supporting documents.
1.3.25. COMSEC responsible officer (CRO). Individual appointed by a unit commander to oversee the unit's COMSEC program as outlined in AFI 33-211, Communications Security (COMSEC) User Requirements.
1.3.26. Computer-based training (CBT). Ground training system that uses computer-generated graphics or text in conjunction with interactive programs as the primary medium of instruction.
1.3.27. Continuation training. Ground and flight training events necessary to maintain mission-ready or basic qualification status.
1.3.28. Copilot (CP). Pilot qualified to perform duties in the right seat only.
1.3.29. Crew resource management (CRM) training. Training to improve the teamwork, dynamics, and effectiveness of aircrews.
1.3.30. Critical phases of flight. Take-off, AR, AD, approach to landing, landing, or any flight maneuver stipulated in 11-2XX series instructions specifically requiring direct (access to controls) instructor supervision for noncurrent or unqualified crewmembers. (See applicable MCI 10-202 volumes for further guidance).
1.3.31. Currency event. Flying continuation training events in tables 4-8 through 4-15 with prescribed maximum interval-between-accomplishment shown in the "CUR" column.
1.3.32. Cycle. 17-month cycle based on inflight evaluation completion date. Instrument refresher course (IRC), NIRC, open- and closed-book testing, and inflight evaluations are required 17 months after previous inflight evaluation. Phase period to complete training, testing, and evaluation is the 5 months preceding qualification evaluation expiration date. See AFI 11-408, Aircrew Standardization/Evaluation Program--Organization and Administrations, and appropriate MAJCOM supplement.
1.3.33. Difference qualification training (DQT). Training necessary to qualify an individual in a different tactic or system within the same aircraft or an aircraft that is a different series other than the one in which currently qualified. See the applicable volume for training requirements.
1.3.34. Direct instructor supervision. Instructor of like specialty with immediate access to controls (for pilots, instructor will occupy either aircraft commander or copilot seat).
1.3.35. Event or task. A training item to be accomplished. Several events or tasks constitute a training profile.
1.3.36. First flight engineer (airlift aircraft only). Crewmember fully qualified to perform flight engineer duties.
1.3.37. First pilot (airlift aircraft only). Experienced copilot qualified in both the left and right seats of an aircraft.
1.3.38. Flight examiner or evaluator. A crewmember designated to administer evaluations.
1.3.39. Flight mechanic. Crewmember qualified to perform flight mechanic duties.
1.3.40. Flight nurse (FH). A nurse corps officer who has completed a recognized course of study in aerospace nursing and has current aeronautical orders in that AFSC.
1.3.41. Flight surgeon (FS). Medical doctor qualified to perform flight surgeon duties and has current aeronautical orders in that AFSC.
1.3.42. Inflight passenger service specialist. Crewmember qualified in inflight passenger service specialist duties.
1.3.43. Instructor. Crewmember trained, qualified, and certified by the squadron commander as an instructor.
1.3.44. Instructor-candidate. An aircrew member undergoing upgrade training to instructor.
1.3.45. Instructor supervision. A qualified instructor of like specialty supervising a maneuver or training event. For critical phases of flight, the instructor must occupy one of the seats or stations, with immediate access to the controls.
1.3.46. Instrument simulator sortie. Simulator training focusing primarily on instrument procedures.
1.3.47. Loadmaster. Crewmember fully qualified to perform loadmaster duties.
1.3.48. Map navigator. Secondary navigator on a special-operations low-level (SOLL) II mission who aids in en route navigation and approaches.
1.3.49. Medical crew director (MCD). A qualified flight nurse who supervises patients and manages AECMs during aeromedical evacuation.
1.3.50. Mission accomplishment report (MAR). The AMC or MAJCOM-equivalent form for recording continuation training activity.
1.3.51. Mission clinical coordinator (MCC). A qualified AECM, in addition to the basic crew and instructors or examiners, who completes duties per MCI 10-202, volume 9.
1.3.52. Mission-oriented simulator training (MOST). Part of a training program (e.g. crew resource management) that includes a practical application, full-mission scenario in the simulator or weapons system trainer.
1.3.53. Mission-ready (MR). Aircrew member who is current, qualified, and certified in the unit's designated missions.
1.3.54. Navigator. Crewmember fully qualified in navigator duties.
1.3.55. Night. Defined as after official sunset until before official sunrise (AFI 11-401, Flight Management).
1.3.56. Nonmission-ready (NMR). Individual who is non-current or unqualified in the aircraft, incomplete in required continuation training, or not certified to perform the unit missions.
1.3.57. Overseas Sortie (OCONUS Sortie). A sortie that includes a take-off or landing outside the 48 conterminous states of the United States.
1.3.58. Part task trainer (PTT). A device used to practice a specific task such as cargo door operation, cargo loading training, or receiver AR.
1.3.59. Quarterly. 3-month periods defined as 1 October to 31 December (first quarter of the fiscal year), 1to 31 March, 1 April to 30 June, and 1 July to 30 September.
1.3.60. Refresher simulator. Simulator training emphasizing aircraft systems, normal and emergency procedures, and mission-specific training requirements. Refresher simulators may be integrated into a block of training termed "phase training" for some weapon systems.
1.3.61. Requalification training. Training required to qualify aircrew members in an aircraft in which they have been previously qualified. See chapter 2 for requalification training requirements.
1.3.62. Radar navigator. Primary navigator on a SOLL II crew who directs airborne radar approaches.
1.3.63. Safety pilot. A pilot qualified to perform safety duties on a SOLL II crew.
1.3.64. Second flight engineer (airlift aircraft only). Crewmember qualified to perform limited flight engineer duties.
1.3.65. Semiannual. 6-month training periods from 1 January to 30 June and 1 July to 31 December.
1.3.66. Simulated engine failure take-off continued (EFTOC). Practice procedure simulating engine failure after a take-off or touch and go. Follow aircraft specific procedures (not allowed for some aircraft, i.e. KC-10) in 11-2XX series instructions and aircraft technical orders (TO). NOTE: Engine-out activity is not authorized for copilots except at formal schools and during in-unit upgrade programs to aircraft commander.
1.3.67. Special mission. Any mission requiring special qualification (AD, SOLL II, boat drop, primary nuclear airlift force (PNAF), container delivery system (CDS), low-level AR, etc.).
1.3.68. Special-operations low-level II (SOLL II) aircrew. An aircrew specially trained and capable of providing support to special forces or combat units committed to unconventional warfare.
1.3.69. Supervised training status. Crewmember will fly under instructor supervision as designated by the squadron commander or evaluator.
1.3.70. Tactical visual flight rule (VFR) training (TVT). Weapons system-specific tactical maneuvers. Instruction includes ground training, simulator training, and (if approved by HQ AMC/DO) inflight training. Normal rectangular VFR overheads are not considered TVT maneuvers.
1.3.71. Training devices. All trainers, computer assisted instruction, sound-on-slide programs, videos, and mockups designed to prepare students for flight training or augment prescribed continuation training.
1.3.72. Training level (TL). A standard assigned to crewmembers, by the squadron commander, directing continuation training requirements.
1.3.73. Training Management System (TMS). C-17 training accomplishment tracking and management system
1.3.74. Triennial. Training required every 36 months. Event will be accomplished during the 5-month eligibility period preceding the currency reference month. Events due and completed ensure currency through the end of the currency reference month of the third year. To facilitate block training schedules, squadrons may establish a currency reference month other than the month initial training was accomplished. Individual will not exceed 42 months between events.
1.3.75. Weapon system trainer (WST). Device that provides synthetic flight and tactics environment in which aircrews learn, develop, improve, and integrate skills associated with their crew position. Aircrew members may operate individually or as a team.
1.4. Abbreviations:
A Annual
AC Aircraft commander
ACDT Aircrew chemical defense training
ACDTQT Aircrew chemical defense task qualification training
AD Airdrop
AECM Aeromedical evacuation crewmember
AET Aeromedical evacuation technician
AECOT Aeromedical evacuation contingency operations training
AEOO Aeromedical evacuation operations officer
AFORMS Air Force Operations Resource Management System
AFSIR Air Force Spectrum Interference Resolution (AFI 10-707, AMCI 10-701)
AFFSA Air Force Flight Standards Agency
AIFC Advanced Instrument Flight Center
ANGRC Air National Guard Readiness Center
AQP Airport qualification program
AR Air refueling
ARC Air Reserve component
ARDA Airborne radar-directed approach
ARPTT Air refueling part task trainer
ATD Aircrew training device
ATOC Air terminal operations center
ATS Aircrew training system
BAI Back-up aircraft inventory
BOPTT Boom operator part task trainer
C Cyclical (17-month qualification evaluation cycle)
CBT Computer-nased training
CCP Command and control procedures
CCT Combat control team
CCRW Command curriculum review workshop
COMSEC Communications security
CDS Container delivery system
CMRT Continuing medical readiness training
CONUS Continental United States
COPAMC Continuity of Operations, Air Mobility Command
CP Copilot
CPT Cockpit procedures trainer
CRM Crew resource management
CRAF Civil Reserve Air Fleet
CSD Course summary document
CSO Communication systems operator
CST Combat survival training
CTA Chemical threat area
CUR Currency
DNIF Duty not including flying
DOC Designed operational capability
DQT Difference qualification training
EB Evaluator boom operator
EF Evaluator flight engineer
EL Evaluator loadmaster
EMCON Emission control
EN Evaluator navigator
EP Evaluator pilot
ERD Evaluation reference date
ERO Engines running onload or offload
ESD Evaluator standards document
FB Basic qualified boom operator
FC Basic qualified copilot
FE Flight examiner
FEF Flight evaluation folder
FF Second flight engineer
FH Flight nurse
FI Flight instructor (aeromedical)
FL Basic qualified loadmaster
FM Flight mechanic
FN Basic qualified navigator
FP Basic qualified aircraft commander
HOSM Host operations systems management
IAET Instructor aeromedical evacuation technician
IB Instructor boom operator
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
IF Instructor engineer
IFF SIF Identification, Friend or Foe, Selected Identification Features
IFN Instructor flight nurse
IL Instructor loadmaster
IN Instructor navigator or intelligence officer or branch
IP Instructor pilot
IPSS Inflight passenger service specialist
IQT Initial qualification training
IR Infrared
ISD Instructional systems development
ISOPREP Isolated personnel report
ISS Instrument simulator sortie
L Lead
L-BAND Satellite communications frequency
LL Low-level
LSE Life support equipment
MAR Mission accomplishment report
MB Mission boom operator
MC Mission copilot
MCC Mission clinical coordinator
MCD Medical crew director
MCF First pilot
MDS Mission-design-series (i.e. KC-135R)
MF Mission (first) flight engineer
MITO Minimum interval takeoff
ML Mission loadmaster
MN Mission navigator
MOB Main operating base
MOST Mission-oriented simulator training
MP Mission pilot (not applicable for copilots or first pilots)
MQT Mission qualification training
MR Mission ready
MSC Medical Service Corps
MTL Master task listing
NMR Nonmission-ready
NVG Night-vision goggles
OCONUS Outside the 48 conterminous states of the United States
OFT Operational flight trainer
OG Operations group
OPORD Operations order
OPR Office of primary responsibility
OPT Optional
PAI Primary aircraft inventory
PDO Publications distribution office
PFT Programmed flying training
PNAF Primary nuclear airlift force
PTT Part task trainer
PUP Pilot upgrade program
RQT Requalification training
SATCOM Satellite communications
SG Surgeon general
SIOP Single-integrated operations plan
SKE Station-keeping equipment
SOLL II Special-operations low-level II
SORTS Status of Resources and Training System
SS Single-ship
Stan/Eval Standardization and evaluation
TERPS Terminal instrument procedures
TACC Tanker Airlift Control Center (AMC)
TALCE Tanker airlift control element
TG Training guide
TL Training level
TMS Training management system
TPS Tactical proficiency sortie
TRP Training review panel
TTF Tanker task force
TVT Tactical visual flight rule (VFR) training
UC Unqualified copilot
UB Unqualified boom operator
UF Unqualified flight engineer
UL Unqualified loadmaster
UN Unqualified navigator
UP Unqualified aircraft commander
UE Unit-equipped
UMD Unit manning document
USAFSAM United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine
UTA Unit training assembly
WAESTWG Worldwide aeromedical evacuation system training working group
WARMEDPS Wartime medical planning system
WST Weapon system trainer or water survival training
1.5. In-Unit Training Time Limitations. Aircrew members entered in an in-unit training program leading to qualification or requalification should be dedicated to that program on a full-time basis. Training time limitations for qualification training completion is specified in applicable MCI 10-202-series volume. In-unit training should begin no later than 45 days after reporting to a new duty station or unit.
1.6. Waiver Authority:
1.6.1. HQ AMC/DOT manages ATS contracts for weapon systems governed by MCI 10-202 (except C-12 and C-21 aircraft); therefore, HQ AMC/DOT possesses waiver authority for all student entry criteria to formal schools. EXCEPTION: The operations group commander may waive flying hour requirements. HQ ACC/DOY has waiver authority for EC/RC/WC/OC/TC-135 aircraft. Refer to MCI 10-202, volume 9, for AECM waivers.
1.6.2. Formal school operations group commander may waive completion of specific formal school events with concurrence from the gaining unit's operations group commander. If required for squadrons' designated mission, accomplish events waived at formal schools in-unit before assigning MR status.
1.6.3. The operations group commander or ARC-equivalent may waive MAJCOM-directed flying continuation training requirements for individuals assigned to their unit on a case-by case basis. See paragraph 4.9. of this instruction.
1.6.4. The operations group commander will submit all other waiver requests, according to applicable MCI 10-202 volumes, through proper MAJCOM channels and send information copies to HQ AMC/DOT.
1.6.5. Send copies of operations group commander approved waivers to the appropriate headquarters with information copies to HQ AMC/DOT. Place copies of MAJCOM approved waiver information in the individual's training folder or FEF. The reporting requirement in this paragraph is exempt from licensing in accordance with paragraph 2.11.12 of AFI 37-124, The Information Collections and Reports Management Program; Controlling Internal, Public, and Interagency Air Force Information Collections.
1.6.6. Aircrew members whose status is "duty not including flying (DNIF)" may log ground training events, including simulator, if the member's physical condition allows it. The flight surgeon who signs the AF Form 1042, Medical Recommendations for Flying or Special Operational Duty, placing the crewmember DNIF, should be consulted if the crewmember's ability to complete training is in question.
1.6.7. Aircrew members performing extended alert duty (more than 72 hours) may accomplish any type of ground training, during normal duty hours, that does not degrade required response time or mission accomplishment.
1.7. Waiver Format. Provide the following information on the referenced individual in a waiver request to the MAJCOM OPR with info copies to HQ AMC/DOT as applicable. Items should be numbered as below; those not utilized should be marked "N/A" ("not applicable"). Asterisked (*) items must be provided for all waivers; other items as appropriate.
1.8.1. Training Folders. A training folder will be initiated for initial qualification, requalification, mission qualification, special qualification, difference, upgrade, and additional training directed by the squadron commander or a flight examiner. The training folder will include training reports (MC Form 44, Aircrew Training Progress Report, and MC Form 45, Training Accomplishment Report, and MC Form 46), training guides, all waivers, and other records as applicable. The training documents will be placed in reverse chronological order with the most recent on top. (See attachment 3 of this volume for more information.)
1.8.1.1. Formal school records will be sent or hand-carried by the individual to the gaining unit for review and incorporation into the individual's training folder.
1.8.1.2. When a crewmember permanently changes station (PCS) or permanently changes assignment (PCA), training folders will be hand-carried by the individual to the gaining unit. Any incomplete training will be clearly identified on contractor-provided documentation or MC Forms 44 through 46 as appropriate.
1.8.2. Training Folder Review:
1.8.2.1. Operations review. The squadron commander, operations officer, or a designated representative will review active training folders quarterly and prior to a flight evaluation required to complete the training program (not applicable for formal school training). Operations review will be a separate entry in the training record and should include comments on the student's progress. Active training folders are folders of crewmembers undergoing initial, mission qualification, requalification, upgrade, special qualification (receiver AR, cell lead, AD, etc.), or commander directed additional training.
1.8.2.2. Monthly review. Flight commanders or their designated representative (section supervisors for ARC) will review active training folders monthly for continuity and student progression. Document this review and any recommendations in the training folder. For AECMs, this review can be accomplished by the senior nurse executive, respective superintendent, or other designated representative.
1.8.2.3. Training period review. Instructors will review training folders prior to each training period (flight or simulator) in order to develop a training plan. After each period, instructors will document training in sufficient detail to accurately assess student performance and make recommendations for subsequent training. At the satisfactory completion of all required training, the instructor will make a recommendation for an inflight evaluation. Students will review and initial training records (MC Form 44 or training guide) after each training period.
1.8.3. History of Training:
1.8.3.1. Documentation Procedures. The flight evaluation folder (FEF) maintains basic source documents to provide a current history of each individual's flying qualification in accordance with AFI 11-408 and appropriate MAJCOM Supplement. Under the AF Forms 942, Record of Evaluation, in section I of the FEF, include all certifications and special mission qualifications not annotated on AF Forms 8, Certification of Aircrew Qualification (i.e. formation lead, SIOP certification, touch-and-go-certification, low-level, low-level AR, etc.). Use AF Forms 1381, USAF Certification of Aircrew Training. Do not replicate the AF Form 1381 for the purpose of adding a required entry.
1.8.3.2. Maintain aircrew training folders in assigned squadron for one year following completion of training or on completion of a subsequent upgrade program. For example, a pilot successfully completes first pilot upgrade, then 6 months later the crewmember successfully completes aircraft commander upgrade. At this time, his or her first pilot training documents may be purged. (See paragraph 1.8.3.3.)
1.8.3.3. Place the MC Form 46, Summary Close-Out Report (not applicable for additional training), in section I of the FEF under AF Forms 942 and 1381. All other records may be returned to the individual. See AFR 4-20, volume 2 (to be AFMAN 37-139), table 51-1, rules 6 and 10, for additional information.
1.9. Evaluator and Instructor Usage. Use flight evaluators and instructors for any phase of training to capitalize on their expertise and experience.
1.10. Instructor Training and Supervision Requirements:
1.10.1. Instructors will comply with requirements of the specific MCI 10-202 volume. All instructors should be MR (wing-level and below).
1.10.2. The following personnel must be under the supervision of an instructor when performing aircrew duties (unless otherwise exempted in applicable volumes):
1.11. MR Crewmember. For SORTS, operational tasking, and deployments a mission-ready aircrew member is defined as one who is available, qualified, and certified in the squadron's mission (completed mission qualification training).
1.11.1. In addition, crewmembers must be current in the following minimum events:
1.12. Unit Conversion. When possible, qualified personnel in other units will provide the initial cadre. In some instances, it will be necessary for units to form an initial cadre of aircrew personnel for whom certain training qualification requirements may be waived. The following conditions will apply to management of initial cadre aircrew qualification:
1.12.1. Form a nucleus of instructor and flight-examiner personnel (initial cadre) to begin aircrew conversion. Conduct qualification of these personnel according to MCI 10-202 volume. Converting units may request initial cadre waiver of PAI time requirement. Send waivers through channels and include the information specified in paragraph 1.6. Additionally, include the most recent aircraft flown and total time in that aircraft in the remarks' section of the waiver.
1.14. Changes. Proposed amendments and recommendations for improvements to MCI 10-202 volumes are encouraged. Send to HQ AMC/DOT through command channels on AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication (Flight Publications).
QUALIFICATION TRAINING
2.1. Scope. This chapter specifies minimum training requirements for initial qualification, requalification, difference qualification, and senior officer courses.
2.2. General Requirements. The primary method of initial qualification is to attend and complete appropriate formal training course listed in AFCAT 36-2223. Completing the appropriate formal course satisfies all qualification training requirements. When attendance is not practical or quotas are not available, units may request waivers to conduct in-unit qualification training, using formal school courseware (see paragraph 1.6).
2.3. Qualification Training Prerequisites:
2.3.1. Before entering qualification training, each aircrew member must comply with the appropriate formal course training prerequisites prescribed in AFCAT 36-2223.
2.3.2. All personnel maintaining flying status (AFI 11-401) will meet the following requirements before flying:
2.5.1. Flying training lessons should be completed in order; however, if mission scheduling or student progress dictates otherwise, the unit commander or designated training supervisor may change the order.
2.5.2. There should be a minimum time lapse between training missions and every effort should be made to complete qualification training requirements within the prescribed time period.
2.5.3. With the operations group commander's approval or ARC-equivalent approval, upgrade and special qualification training requirements may be completed during operational missions under the supervision of an instructor of like specialty. Comply with restrictions in appropriate MCI 11-2XX series instructions, MAJCOM directives, and applicable OPORDs.
2.6. Requalification Training Limits and Requirements. An aircrew member is unqualified on either loss of currency exceeding 12 months (see paragraph 4.10.) or expiration of his or her qualification evaluation, whichever occurs first. Requalification requirements are as follows:
2.8. Flight Surgeons. Will complete written qualification examination pertaining to their primary assigned aircraft administered by standardization-evaluation (stan/eval) and accomplish LSE training (LS01). They must also be thoroughly briefed on emergency exits and egress procedures prior to flying on any aircraft.
2.9. Reports. Feedback is an important tool for ATS instructors. Formal school ATS contractors will devise and implement student feedback questionnaires.
2.10. Failure To Complete Training. If any crewmember fails to complete a formal course, the formal school will send a recommendation to the individual's unit on whether he or she should complete training in-unit (which requires a waiver), be eliminated, or return to the formal school for training.
MISSION QUALIFICATION TRAINING
3.1. Scope. This chapter prescribes minimum training requirements to qualify individuals in unit missions.
3.2. Mission Qualification Training. All crewmembers will complete mission qualification prior to entering special mission (e.g. AD or special operations) qualification or upgrade training.
3.3. Time Periods for Mission Qualification. Active duty crewmembers will complete mission qualification training within 90 days (180 days for ARC) of starting training or as established in the specific MCI 10-202 volume.
3.4. Ground Training Requirements. All academic ground training required for mission qualification will be completed prior to certification or qualification in the unit operational mission. In addition to requirements listed in specific MCI 10-202 volumes, the events listed in table 3-1 will be accomplished (not applicable for senior officers maintaining basic qualification).
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3.5. Flying Training Requirements:
3.5.1. Basic qualified aircrew members pursuing MR status will accomplish Training Level "D" (see paragraph 4.3) continuation training requirements.
3.5.2. After arrival at duty station, crewmembers must receive a supervised duty familiarization or orientation flight and local flying area or associated hazards brief (not applicable for in-unit initial, requal, or upgrade training). See the applicable MCI 10-202 volume for specifics.
CONTINUATION TRAINING
4.1. Scope. The continuation training program provides crewmembers with the volume, frequency, and mix of training necessary to perform unit missions.
4.2. Responsibilities:
4.2.1. MAJCOMs and NAFs will determine unit of attachment for their staff personnel in flying positions.
4.2.2. Squadron commander. The squadron commander or designated representative will ensure individuals receive training to successfully complete unit missions and maintain individual proficiency. The squadron commander will also determine the training level of each assigned crewmember.
4.2.3. Crewmembers. Each crewmember is responsible for monitoring and completing all training requirements.
4.3. Training Levels (TL). Before each semiannual period, the squadron commander will assign each crewmember a TL. TL assignment is based on experience and aircraft proficiency. Airlift aircrew members may have a different TL for different qualifications, i.e. a crewmember may be a TL "A" airland AC, but a TL "C" AD CP. TL definitions follow:
4.3.1. TL "A"highly experienced crewmembers. This may include MR or NMR AMC headquarters and TACC personnel; AETC instructors; NAF personnel; AMWC instructors; wing, operations group, and squadron commanders; operations officers, personnel assigned to OG evaluation positions, and any instructors assigned primarily to staff duties. Squadron commanders have the discretion to assign highly experienced MR line instructors to this level.
4.3.1.1. TL "B" experienced, mission ready crewmembers.
4.3.1.2. TL "C" MR crewmembers.
4.3.1.3. TL "D" basic qualified crewmembers. Designated primarily for basic qualified crewmembers who are pursuing MR status.
4.3.1.4. TL "E"-- basic qualified, non-instructor staff (may include senior officers, MAJCOM, NAF, and TACC individuals who are not maintaining MR or instructor status). TL E requirements are insufficient for MR status. Crewmembers assigned to TL E will fly with an instructor of like specialty at all times.
4.3.2. Copilots should be assigned to TL "C." If desired, squadron commanders may assign highly proficient copilots or first pilots to TLs "A" or "B."
4.3.3. Change of TL. Once the semiannual period begins, personnel should not be moved to a level requiring fewer events. EXCEPTION: Basic qualified crewmembers may be placed in a different TL any time after attaining MR status.
4.4. Crediting Event Accomplishment:
4.4.1. In addition to events accomplished on training and operational missions, those flight events accomplished on a satisfactory qualification, mission qualification, specialized mission qualification, or requalification evaluation may be credited towards the individual's currency requirements and establishes a subsequent due date.
NOTE: Ground training accomplished during initial qualification, mission qualification, upgrade, difference, or requalification training establishes due dates for subsequent continuation training. Completing S-V80-A and S-V90-A establishes the due date for recurring combat survival training (LS03) and water survival training (LS04).
4.4.2. Aircrew members who are unqualified in the aircraft due to an unsatisfactory flight evaluation will not log continuation training requirements for those events graded Q-3 until requalified.
4.5. Proration of Training. When determining the training requirements, prorate an individual on nonflying temporary duty (TDY), DNIF, civilian jobs (not applicable for active duty) or emergency leave. Prorate requirements for individuals changing training levels. Use the following formula to determine training requirements: number of months available times the event volume divided by the number of months in the training period. Round down to the nearest whole number but not less than 1 (e.g. 5.6 rounds to 5). Use table 4-1 to determine the number of months available. EXCEPTION: When an individual permanently changes station to a unit flying the same model aircraft and enters the same training level or lower, credit may be taken for training accomplished at the previous base. Prorate training requirements based on the time available (time at former base, plus time at new base, minus number of days not available) during the training period. Time available starts 7 days after sign-in for CONUS and 14 days after sign-in for OCONUS. Subtract previous accomplishments from the prorated total to determine remaining requirements. See MCI 10-202, volume 7 for C-17 proration of quarterly training requirements.
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4.6.1. IPs may fly in either seat. Additionally, non-IPs (aircrft commanders and first pilots) will be dual-seat qualified. These dual-seat qualified individuals must accomplish recurring qualification checks according to AFI 11-408 or MAJCOM publications. Copilots may not fly in the left seat unless under direct IP supervision. See the applicable MCI 10-202 volume for specific guidance.
4.6.2. Dual-seat aircraft commanders and first pilots may accomplish training events in either seat.
4.7. Dual-Aircraft Qualification. Crewmembers maintaining dual qualification in different model aircraft will, as a minimum, maintain TL "A" currency requirements in each aircraft (not applicable for senior officers; see paragraph 4.13.1).
4.8. Training Period. Base continuation flying training program on static 6-month periods (1 January-30 June and 1 July-31 December). MAJCOMs may vary training periods, provided the number and currency of events does not change, i.e. an annual training period would require doubling the events of tables 4-8 through 4-15.
4.9. Failure to Complete Continuation Training Requirements. Declare individuals NMR if they fail to complete ground and flying continuation training requirements. The following guidance applies:
4.9.1. For flying continuation events (includes all events listed in the flying continuation training tables), the squadron commander will review the crewmember's training period event accomplishments and recommend, to the operations group commander, training necessary to regain MR status. If this review shows enough flying events were recently accomplished to ensure MR proficiency, the operations group commander or equivalent may waive the MAJCOM-directed requirements. The same flying training events will not be waived for two consecutive training periods. This waiver authority must be used judiciously. The intent is to ensure crewmembers receive the proper quantity of flying events to remain proficient and allow the operations group commander to determine MR status and additional training requirements when those training quotas are not met. EXCEPTION: Flight currency will only be waived under extreme circumstances and only at the MAJCOM level. Flight currency is associated with those events denoted in the flying continuation training tables by a specific number of maximum-allowable-days-between-accomplishment in the "CUR" column. (See paragraph 4.10, Loss of Currency).
4.9.2. The operations group commander may extend an individuals MR status for unaccomplished ground continuation training. This extension will not exceed 90 days from the due date and in no case will the training be waived. The intent is for crewmembers to recieve all required ground training at the prescribed intervals. The operations group commander extension is allowed for unforeseen circumstances and only for events that will not degrade mission accomplishment.
4.9.3. Refer to AFI 11-401 for individuals transferring between aircraft or leaving active flying status. The provisions of AFI 11-401 also apply to all simulator training.
4.9.4. Failure to accomplish recurring ground egress training (G020), life support equipment training (LS01), flight physical (PP01), or physiological training (PP11) results in immediate grounding until the training is accomplished.
4.9.5. Make-up training is creditable towards the new training period.
4.9.6. See paragraph 1.11.2 for NMR crewmember flying policy.
4.10. Loss of Currency. Place individuals delinquent in one or more currency events in supervised training status for that event and declare them NMR in those unit missions requiring that event. Crewmembers are non-current the day after event currency expires; i.e., a crewmember who accomplished an event, with a 45-day currency, on 1 September becomes non-current on 16 October). Regain currency based on the time elapsed since becoming non-current as follows:
4.11.1. Special mission aircraft (EC/RC/OC/WC/TC-135). Refer to ACC guidance.
4.11.2. Crewmembers attached to units (i.e. NAF, MAJCOM, AMWC, etc.) may accomplish ground training events at locations other than their units of attachment. Individuals are responsible for reporting accomplished training to their unit of attachment AFORMS office.
4.12. TL E and Senior Officer Ground Continuation Training Events. Individuals maintaining basic qualification are required to complete courses listed in table 4-7. Individuals maintaining MR status will comply with tables 4-2 or 4-3. See attachment 2 for course descriptions.
4.13. Flying Continuation Training Requirements. Aircrew members will comply with applicable requirements of tables 4-8 through 4-15. See attachment 1 for event descriptions. AMC senior leadership, defined as AMC/CC/CV, HQ AMC/DO; NAF/CC/CV/DO; wing/CC/CV, will maintain a minimum of TL E requirements in their primary aircraft. If qualifications are obtained in additional aircraft under their operational control, the following currency requirements will be accomplished in each additional weapon system:
4.15. Predeparture Training. The airfield qualification program (AQP) video tapes should be reviewed by aircrews prior to departure to an unfamiliar destination. Use of the simulator (if simulator database includes destination airfield) is encouraged.
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