BY ORDER OF THE AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 11-2C-17, SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE VOLUME 1 1 JUNE 2012 Flying Operations C-17 AIRCREW TRAINING COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available on the e-Publishing website at http://www.e-publishing.af.mil for downloading or ordering. RELEASABILITY: There are no releasibility restrictions on this publication. OPR: AMC/A3TA Certified by: AF/A3O-A (Col James W. Crowhurst) Supersedes: AFI11-2C-17V1, 25 June 2010 Pages: 128 This volume implements AFI 11-200, Aircrew Training, Standardization/Evaluation, and General Operations Structure. It covers USAF training policy for the C-17 aircrews to safely and successfully accomplish worldwide mobility missions. This instruction applies to individuals in all Air Force Major Commands (MAJCOMs) and National Guard Bureau (NGB) units operating the C-17, unless specifically exempted. This publication requires the collection and or maintenance of information protected by the Privacy Act (PA) of 1974, System or Records Notices (SORN) F036 AFMC L, Air Force Integrated Personnel and Pay System; F036 AETC S, Flight Training Records, F036 AETC U, Flying Training Records; F044 AF SG H, Air Force Aerospace Physiology Training Programs; Air Force Instruction 11-401, Aviation Management; Air Force Instruction 11-402, Aviation and Parachutist Service, Aeronautical Ratings and Badges; Air Force Instruction 11-421, Aviation Resource Management. Ensure that all record created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) maintained in the Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS) located at https://www.my.af.mil/afrims/afrims/afrims/rims.cfm. Submit suggested improvements to this instruction on AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication, through MAJCOM channels to AMC/A3T according to AFI 11-215, Flight Manual Program (FMP). Send proposals for amending existing course prerequisites or recommendations to change or delete obsolete courseware through the appropriate MAJCOM training staff to the OPR. The OPR address is AMC/A3T, 402 Scott Drive, Unit 3A1, Scott 2 AFI11-2C-17V1 1 JUNE 2012 AFB, IL, 62225-5302, [email protected]. This AFI is a basic directive. Each MAJCOM or operational theater may supplement this AFI In Accordance With (IAW) AFI 33-360, Publications and Forms Management. MAJCOM supplements may be more, but not less restrictive than this instruction. MAJCOMs may set training requirements lower than specified in this instruction when the statement ―or as specified in MAJCOM supplement‖ is indicated as applicable to that item or event. MAJCOM supplements must be coordinated/approved by AMC/A3T and AF/A3O-AI according to AFI 11-200 and AFI 11-202v1, before publication. Send one copy to HQ AMC/A3T. SUMMARY OF CHANGES This instruction incorporates several administrative changes, updates to office symbols, and MAJCOM inputs dealing with C-17 aircrew training. Major changes include: Chapter 1: paragraph 1.4.5.5, appoints Operations Group Commander (OG/CC) or designated representative as authority to select non-Training System (TS) instructors; paragraph 1.4.6.1, added, provides selection guidance for DOT Chief/Flight CC; paragraph 1.4.6.3, added, implements Squadron Training Review Panel (STRP) requirement; paragraph 1.4.6.2, implements Squadron Training Office (Sq/DOT) manning requirement; paragraph 1.5.4, describes waiver authority for formal school and prerequisites; Table 1.1, notes, added, implements PACAF waiver process; paragraph 1.16, describes Progress Review responsibilities; 1.18.2, mandates AFRC units to submit student information NLT 60 calendar days prior to class start date(CSD); Chapter 2: table 2.1, updated training table and defined crew position applicability; paragraph 2.9.2.1.3, reworded; paragraph 2.9.2.2.3, reworded; Chapter 3: paragraph 3.2, removed MAJCOM/A3T requirement; table 3.1,added G160; paragraph 3.4.1.2, provides clarification to clear airdrop Form 8 restrictions; paragraph 3.4.1.2.1, reworded for clarity; paragraph 3.4.2.2, reworded for clarity; paragraph 3.5, added, Flight Surgeon Mission Qualification Requirements; Chapter 4: paragraph 4.4.1, reworded for clarity; paragraph 4.4.1.2, added, describes logging events when overdue Q/I Eval; paragraph 4.5.2.1, added, refers to paragraph 4.10 for individuals who fail to accomplish events in table Table 4.1 or table 4.3; paragraph 4.5.3.5, added, describes pro gear utilization in simulator training; Table 4.1, revised, changed frequency of NVG refresher; Table 4.4, added, proficiency simulator(G250), left seat takeoff/landing requirement for FPQs, revised notes; Table 4.5, added, CRM simulator (G240), revised notes; paragraph 4.5.3.1.1, reworded for clarity; paragraph 4.5.3.1.1.3, reworded for clarity; paragraph 4.5.3.2.1, added, clarifies 50% creditability guidance; paragraph 4.6, revised, clarifies flight surgeon requirements; Table 4.6, revised senior officer training table; paragraph 4.8. added link to AEF website; paragraph 4.9.1.3.1, defines proration of training events; 4.9.1.4, removed CPAD, LAD from exemption list and adds requalified aircrew members; Chapter 5: paragraph 5.2 – paragraph 5.3.4.1, added, mobility pilot development program; Table 5.1 and 5.2, revised table and notes; paragraph 5.4.5.1, added; paragraph 5.6.1.1, reworded for clarity; Chapter 6: Changed chapter title name from Aircrew Training System (ATS) to Training System (TS); paragraph 6.6, revised for clarity; paragraph 6.7, directs agencies to contact 97 TRS/TRC for courseware issues; Chapter 7: changed requirements for AD03; added requirements for JPADS; AD95 revised for clarity; reworded AS21 and AS22 for clarity; C040, added, requires completion to deploy on CED orders; F080, revised, defines logging requirement; G240, added, defines CRM simulator requirement; G294, reworded for clarity, Attachment 1: updated/validated references; inserted list of adopted forms; Attachment 2: paragraph A.2.1.4, revised, defines training review policy. AFI11-2C-17V1 1 JUNE 2012 3 Chapter 1—GENERAL 7 1.1. Training Objective. ................................................................................................ 7 1.2. Key Words Explained. ........................................................................................... 7 1.3. Administration. ...................................................................................................... 7 1.4. Responsibilities. ..................................................................................................... 7 1.5. Waiver Authority. .................................................................................................. 12 Figure 1.1. Sample Waiver Request Format. ........................................................................... 13 Table 1.1. Processing Waivers to AFI 11-2C-17, Volume 1. ................................................. 14 1.6. Use of Flying Hours. .............................................................................................. 14 1.7. In-Unit Training Time Limitations. ....................................................................... 15 Table 1.2. In-Unit Training Time Limitations. ....................................................................... 15 1.8. Training Documentation. ....................................................................................... 15 1.9. Flight Examiner Usage. ......................................................................................... 16 1.10. Instructor Training and Supervision Requirements. .............................................. 16 1.11. Distribution. ........................................................................................................... 16 1.12. Transfer of Aircrews. ............................................................................................. 16 1.13. Aircrew Training While DNIF. .............................................................................. 16 1.14. Aircrew Rated Management Overview. ................................................................ 17 1.15. Information Management. ...................................................................................... 17 1.16. Failure to Progress or Complete Training. ............................................................. 17 1.17. Career Enlisted Aviators (CEA). ........................................................................... 17 1.18. Aircrew Training Quota Management. .................................................................. 17 Chapter 2—INITIAL QUALIFICATION TRAINING 20 2.1. General Requirements. ........................................................................................... 20 2.2. Initial Qualification Training Prerequisites: .......................................................... 20 2.3. Ground Training Requirements. ............................................................................ 20 Table 2.1. Initial Qualification Ground Training Requirements. ............................................ 20 2.4. Flying Training Requirements. .............................................................................. 21 2.5. Conversion Training Requirements. ...................................................................... 21 2.6. Multiple Qualifications. ......................................................................................... 22 2.7. Senior Officer Qualification. ................................................................................. 22 2.8. Flight Surgeons. ..................................................................................................... 22 4 AFI11-2C-17V1 1 JUNE 2012 2.9. Requalification Training (RQT). ........................................................................... 22 Chapter 3—MISSION QUALIFICATION AND CERTIFICATION TRAINING 24 3.1. Description. ............................................................................................................ 24 3.2. Time Periods for Mission Certification Training. .................................................. 24 3.3. Ground Training Requirements. ............................................................................ 25 Table 3.1. Mission Certification Ground Training Requirements. ......................................... 25 3.4. Flying Training Requirements. .............................................................................. 25 3.5. Flight Surgeon Mission Qualification Requirements. ............................................ 26 Chapter 4—CONTINUATION TRAINING 27 4.1. Description. ............................................................................................................ 27 4.2. Aircrew Status. ....................................................................................................... 27 4.3. Flying Training Levels. .......................................................................................... 27 4.4. Training Events/Tables. ......................................................................................... 28 4.5. Continuation Training Requirements. .................................................................... 29 Table 4.1. Aircrew Ground Continuation Tng Reqs. .............................................................. 29 Table 4.2. Aircrew-Specific Mobility Training Requirements. .............................................. 31 Table 4.3. Flight Surgeon Continuation Training and Mobility Requirements. ..................... 32 Table 4.4. C-17 Pilot Semi Annual Continuation Training Flying Requirements. ................. 35 Table 4.5. Loadmaster Semi Annual Continuation Training Flying Requirements. ............... 41 4.6. Flight Surgeon Continuation Flying Requirements. .............................................. 43 4.7. Senior Officer Continuation Flying Requirements. ............................................... 44 Table 4.6. Senior Officer Continuation Training Requirements. ............................................ 44 4.8. Ancillary Training. ................................................................................................. 45 4.9. Proration of Training. ............................................................................................ 45 Table 4.7. Individual Availability. .......................................................................................... 46 4.10. Failure to Complete Training Requirements. ......................................................... 47 Table 4.8. NMR Flying Continuation Training Categories. ................................................... 49 4.11. Requirements Before PCS or TDY by Rated Members on Active Flying Status. . 50 4.12. Requirements Before Removal from Active Flying Status. ................................... 50 4.13. Requirements While in Inactive Flying Status. ..................................................... 50 4.14. Retraining. .............................................................................................................. 50 4.15. Aircrew Flying in Non-US Air Force Aircraft and with Non-US Air Force Units. ................................................................................................................................. 51 AFI11-2C-17V1 1 JUNE 2012 5 4.16. Training Period. ..................................................................................................... 51 Chapter 5—UPGRADE TRAINING 52 5.1. Description. ............................................................................................................ 52 Table 5.1. Minimum Aircrew Qualification/Upgrade Prerequisites. ...................................... 52 5.2. Mobility Pilot Development (MPD). ..................................................................... 53 5.3. MPD Continuation Training thru Aircraft Commander Certification. .................. 53 Table 5.2. Mobility Pilot Designation Codes. ......................................................................... 55 5.4. Aircrew Instructor Program. .................................................................................. 56 5.5. Flight Examiner Upgrade. ...................................................................................... 57 5.6. Special Qualifications and Certifications. .............................................................. 58 Chapter 6—TRAINING SYSTEM (TS) 61 6.1. Description. ............................................................................................................ 61 6.2. Applicability. ......................................................................................................... 61 6.3. Dedicated Training Time. ...................................................................................... 61 6.4. TS Course Prerequisites. ........................................................................................ 61 Table 6.1. TS Courses. ............................................................................................................ 61 6.5. Lesson Objectives: ................................................................................................. 62 6.6. Unsatisfactory Student Progress. ........................................................................... 62 6.7. Courseware Changes. ............................................................................................. 63 6.8. Scheduling: ............................................................................................................ 63 6.9. Administration: ...................................................................................................... 65 6.10. Training Implementation/Student Expectations. .................................................... 65 6.11. Browsing Training Products. ................................................................................. 66 6.12. Remediation Trainees are not to be scheduled to browse lessons for remediation. ................................................................................................................................. 66 6.13. Aircraft Flights for TS Training Instructors. .......................................................... 66 6.14. TS Facility Tours: .................................................................................................. 66 Chapter 7—ARMS IDENTIFIERS AND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 67 7.1. Description. ............................................................................................................ 67 Table 7.1. ARMS Identifiers. .................................................................................................. 67 7.2. Academic (―A‖) Training Identifiers. .................................................................... 67 7.3. USAF-Specified (―AA‖) Events. ........................................................................... 67 7.4. Airdrop (―AD‖) Events. ......................................................................................... 68 6 AFI11-2C-17V1 1 JUNE 2012 7.5. Airland (―AS‖) Events. .......................................................................................... 71 7.6. Navigation & Individual Proficiency (―B‖) Training Events. ............................... 72 7.7. Miscellaneous (―C‖, ―E‖, ―FE‖). ........................................................................... 72 7.8. Flight Surgeon (―FF‖). ........................................................................................... 73 7.9. Formation Departure/Recovery (F) Events. ........................................................... 74 7.10. Ground Training (―G‖) Training Events. ............................................................... 75 7.11. Aircrew Flight Equipment Training (LL) Events. ................................................. 88 7.12. Mission Specific (―M‖). ......................................................................................... 90 7.13. NVG (―NV‖). ......................................................................................................... 93 7.14. Proficiency (―P‖ or ―R‖). ....................................................................................... 96 7.15. Qualification and Certification (Q) Events. ........................................................... 103 7.16. Tactical Approaches / Departures (―RS‖). ............................................................. 105 7.17. SKE (―SK‖. ............................................................................................................ 106 7.18. Survival (―SS‖). ..................................................................................................... 106 7.19. MPD (V) Events. ................................................................................................... 108 7.20. Visual Low Level (―VL‖). ..................................................................................... 108 7.21. Visual Threat Recognition & Avoidance (―VT‖). ................................................. 108 7.22. NVG (―VV‖). ......................................................................................................... 109 7.23. Unit Defined (―X‖). ............................................................................................... 109 Attachment 1—GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 110 Attachment 2—AIRCREW TRAINING DOCUMENTATION 127 AFI11-2C-17V1 1 JUNE 2012 7 Chapter 1 GENERAL 1.1. Training Objective. This instruction prescribes basic policy and guidance for training USAF C-17 crewmembers according to AFI 11-202v1, Aircrew Training. 1.1.1. The overall objective of the aircrew training program is to develop and maintain a high state of mission readiness for the immediate and effective employment in exercises, peacekeeping operations, contingencies, and war in any environment. Mission readiness and effective employment are achieved through the development and mastery of core competencies for C-17 crewmembers. These core competencies include the ability to conduct air refueling, tactical ingress, tactical egress, airdrop (for qualified crewmembers), assault landings, NVG operations during all phases of flight, instrument procedures, mission planning, landing zone ground operations, crew management, and C4/AOC integration. Another objective of the aircrew training program is to link AFTTP 3-3.C-17, Combat Aircraft Fundamentals requirements into mission and continuation training tables while retaining a combat culture, leading edge technologies, pushing capabilities while anticipating warfighter needs. 1.1.2. The second objective is to standardize C-17 training requirements into a single document to meet requirements for a basic document in AFI 11-200. 1.1.3. Although this publication governs C-17 aircrew training, it also refers to requirements and guidance contained in other referenced AFIs. Before incorporating guidance from these sources, review them to ensure the reference is still current. If there is a conflict with respect to a training requirement, follow the guidance contained in the AFI that originally established the requirement. 1.2. Key Words Explained. 1.2.1. ―Will" and "shall" indicate a mandatory requirement. 1.2.2. ―Should" is normally used to indicate a preferred, but not mandatory, method of accomplishment. 1.2.3. ―May‖ indicates an acceptable or suggested means of accomplishment. 1.2.4. ―Note‖ indicates operating procedure, techniques, etc., which are considered essential to emphasize. 1.3. Administration. 1.3.1. Local Training Guidance. Units may supplement this instruction and will submit an info copy to the parent MAJCOM OPR after approval by the OG/CC. ANG is considered a MAJCOM for purposes of this instruction. 1.3.2. If a conflict is identified for a training requirement, comply with the source document that establishes the training requirement. 1.4. Responsibilities. AFI 11-202v1 outlines responsibilities for aircrew training. 8 AFI11-2C-17V1 1 JUNE 2012 1.4.1. Lead Command. Air Mobility Command (AMC) is designated as the lead command for the C-17 Mission Design Series (MDS) aircraft according to AFPD 10-9, Lead Operating Command Weapon System Management, AFI 11-200 and AFPD 10-21, Air Mobility Lead Command Roles and Responsibilities. The lead command is responsible for establishing and standardizing aircrew flying training requirements in coordination with user commands. AMC/A3 delegates AMC/A3T the authority to manage all training course requirements, training tasks, and Training System (TS) in Chapter 6. AMC/A3T is the OPR for this AFI. 1.4.1.1. Courses. AMC/A3T, in coordination with Air Education Training Command (AETC) and User commands, approves/fields continuation training requirements or adjustments, and fields short-notice specialized in-unit upgrade courses (e.g., FM Immunity, etc.). 1.4.1.2. Realistic Training Review Board (RTRB). AMC/A3T will host a RTRB biennially, or more frequently, as required. The RTRB reviews all wing training programs for currency, applicability, compliance, and effectiveness. Attendees should include training representatives from the C-17 community including: AMC/A3T/A3V, USAF Expeditionary Center, AETC, AFRC, ANG, PACAF, formal schools, selected unit representatives, and aircrew training system (TS) instructors or staff, as applicable. 1.4.1.3. Detachment 2, Air Mobility Command Air Operations Squadron (AMCAOS) will: 1.4.1.3.1. Conduct Simulator Certification (SIMCERT) on each Aircrew Training Device (ATD) in the C-17 TS according to AFI 36-2251, Management of Air Force Training Systems, or when necessary (e.g. ATD modification, configuration change, etc.). SIMCERT includes objective and subjective testing, inventory inspection, Quality Assurance Issues (QAI), and Contract Compliance Inspection (CCE). 1.4.1.3.1.1. Provide host unit 45-day advance notice of a SIMCERT. A short- notice SIMCERT is available with verbal coordination between host unit, Det 2 AMCAOS, AMC/A3T, TS contractor, and the TS contract management team. Report SIMCERT results to AMC/A3T and the TS contract management team. 1.4.1.3.1.2. Monitor training device utilization, availability, and ensure equipment malfunctions are corrected through coordination with the TS contractor, when required. 1.4.2. Training Command. AETC/A3 is responsible for formal school syllabi and is the approval authority for changes in formal school curricula in coordination with lead and user commands and the TS contractor according to AFI 11-202v1. AETC is responsible to oversee formal school courses and syllabus management in coordination with the TS contractor. Formal school syllabi are available from the Education and Training Course Announcements (ETCA) course description. AETC develops and publishes the Program Flying Training (PFT) IAW the AF/A3O Flying Training CONOPS. AETC determines the formal school capacity. 1.4.2.1. Progress Review (PR). See AFI 11-202v1. If a student fails to progress according to syllabus or training requirements, the command conducting the training will conduct a Progress Review (PR). The PR can recommend continuation in training or actions IAW AFI 11-402, Aviation and Parachutist Service, Aeronautical Ratings and AFI11-2C-17V1 1 JUNE 2012 9 Badges, e.g., a Flying Evaluation Board (FEB). The formal school will notify the gaining unit of any AFI 11-402 action taken and any delay in the student’s graduation date. If the formal school PR recommends a Flying Evaluation Board, AETC will notify the student’s gaining MAJCOM. 1.4.2.2. 97 TRS, Altus AFB, is the quality assurance agency monitoring TS performance with Detachment 2 AMCAOS. 1.4.2.3. AETC will conduct periodic CCE for C-17 TS-supported sites according to AMC/AETC Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Realignment of Aircrew Training Systems Responsibilities, 1 Apr 2006. Report results to AMC/A3TA and TS contract management. Include AETC/A3ZM for Altus AFB reports. Evaluation personnel assess TS contractor performance of aircrew ground training programs to include contractor instruction, Computer-Based Training (CBT), simulator training, quality management, Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), safety, and facilities. 1.4.2.4. AETC maintains a list of formal school courses on the ETCA. The site address is: https://etca.randolph.af.mil. 1.4.3. User Commands. 1.4.3.1. Student Management. MAJCOM training staff will manage student training requirements according to paragraph 1.14. 1.4.3.2. Recall Procedures. Formal notifications to recall students from a formal school must be sent from the student's SQ/CC to OG/CC to MAJCOM/A3T (or equivalent) (email format is acceptable). MAJCOM/A3T (or equivalent) will submit approved recall letter (email or Fax) to AETC/A3R for follow-on coordination with AETC/A3Z and Formal Training Unit (FTU) Registrar. Emergency recall during non-duty hours may be coordinated directly with applicable FTU Registrar, with follow up coordination with AETC/A3R & AETC/A3Z on the next duty day (see also paragraph 1.16 for failure to complete training). 1.4.4. Wing Commander or equivalent. WG/CC will ensure unit/local level agencies and facilities support aircrew ground training programs. Host and/or co-located units will develop local agreements to consolidate aircrew training support base-wide. 1.4.5. Operations Group. 1.4.5.1. The OG/CC (or equivalent) will convene a Training Review Panel (TRP) to be chaired by the OG/CC or a designated representative. Panel members should include representatives from squadron training, tactics, operations, safety and other areas as determined by the commander (e.g. Host Aviation Resource Management (HARM), and Squadron Aviation Resource Management (SARM)). 1.4.5.1.1. TRP Requirements. Convene the TRP semi-annually and maintain minutes for a period of two years from the date of the panel meeting (commanders may increase this frequency as required). Squadrons and detachments not collocated with their OG may conduct their own panel or provide representation to their OG TRP. Panel minutes from non-collocated squadron and detachment TRPs will be forwarded to their OG training office for inclusion in their OG TRP. 10 AFI11-2C-17V1 1 JUNE 2012 1.4.5.1.2. TRP Format. The TRP should review staff and crewmember management actions necessary to complete squadron flight and ground training programs. Suggested TRP topics include, but are not limited to: Current and forecast Flight Training Levels (FTL), upgrade and Continuation Training (CT) status, semi-annual requirement completion rates, crew position gains/losses, Aircraft Commander (AC), Instructor, and Evaluator upgrades. OG/CC’s should review all ―X‖ events for relevancy to the unit’s mission during the TRP. This review will be documented in the TRP minutes. 1.4.5.2. OG/CCs will develop and maintain procedures with their local servicing Military Personnel Flight (MPF) for individual crewmember counseling and personnel system updates affecting an Active Duty Service Commitment (ADSC) incurred from training described in this AFI. See AFI 11-202v1, AFI 36-2107, Active Duty Service Commitments, and course listing in ETCA for more information. 1.4.5.3. OG/CCs may develop additional training requirements and/or programs as necessary to meet unit mission requirements. Units may include such requirements in a local supplement to this AFI or a local operational instruction. 1.4.5.4. The OG/CC is responsible for establishing and maintaining the academic training program for non-TS courses (may be delegated to squadron level). The OG (or squadron) OPR will: 1.4.5.4.1. Appoint primary and alternate instructors for each non-TS course to be taught. 1.4.5.4.2. Publish a ground training schedule (ANG/AFRC, as required) to include date, time, location, instructor/course OPR and designated crewmembers for each course (both TS and non-TS). Units may include such details in a local supplement to this AFI. 1.4.5.4.3. Use MAJCOM, TS, or unit-developed training products and/or syllabus for all courses, as applicable. Units will reproduce courseware, as applicable. Document training in accordance with Appendix 2. 1.4.5.4.4. Develop a procedure to monitor the academic training program for course content, currency of materials, instructor availability, and status of training aids. Squadrons recommend to the commander changes to existing courses or additional academic training courses required, based on crewmember feedback. 1.4.5.5. Instructor Selection and Training. OG/CC or designated representative will select course instructors for non-TS courses on the basis of professional qualifications and aptitude to teach. Local academic instructor program will follow guidance in AFMAN 36-2236, Guidebook for Air Force Instructors. Instructors will receive credit for the courses they teach. 1.4.5.5.1. Send recommendations for changes, additions, and deletions of courses through appropriate channels to appropriate MAJCOM with an information copy to HQ AMC/A3T. 1.4.6. Squadrons. SQ/CC (or designated representative) will: