30SWI13-208 governs standard procedures for Area Control Center personnel training and certification for operational positions.
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The publication covers ACC responsibilities, operational positions, certification criteria, evaluations, and controller duties during aerospace and missile operations. It requires training programs, certification and currency compliance, and timely certification or decertification documentation.
Applies to: This instruction applies to Range Operations and Maintenance personnel to the extent specified in the current contract, which will in the event of conflict, take precedence over this publication.
The Commander, 30th Operations Group (30 OG/CC) is the final reviewing authority for Military Radar Unit (MRU) initial certification and annual evaluations of Area Control Center (ACC) and Aerospace Surveillance Officer (ASO) personnel for all operational positions. (paragraph 1)
May suspend or cancel controller certification if the controller is not performing at a satisfactory level. (paragraph 1)
The Aeronautical Operations Control Officer/Aerospace Control Officer (AOCO/ACO) monitors and directs ACC activities during aerospace operations and launches. (paragraph 1)
Augmentees shall not be assigned to this position. The DAC shall be a certified Air Controller. (paragraph 2)
The Air Controller is specifically trained and certified to control aircraft by using radar and communications equipment while conforming to United States Air Force (USAF), Department of Defense (DoD), and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, directives, and procedures. (paragraph 2)