30SWI91-201 — Launch Support Team Process

30SWI91-201 governs Launch Support Team procedures, safety policies, and pre- and postlaunch and landing activities at Vandenberg Air Force Base.

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  • Publication number: 30SWI91-201
  • Title: LAUNCH SUPPORT TEAM PROCESS
  • Date: 2021-01-05

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It establishes duties for the Launch Support Team and supporting agencies during pre- through post-launch operations. It addresses operational requirements, Safety Control Areas, launch anomalies, briefings, meetings, and related checklists.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all military, civilian, and civilian contractor personnel involved with aerospace vehicle launches from Vandenberg Air Force Base.

Topics covered

  • Launch Support Team operations
  • Pre- and postlaunch activities
  • Landing activities
  • Safety Control Areas
  • Launch abort, misfire, or hangfire actions
  • Entry Authority Lists
  • Launch anomaly response

Questions and answers

What happens to personnel on the Entry Authority List during launch operations?

During launch operations, support personnel listed on the Entry Authority List (EAL) may be moved or removed from inside the Impact Limit Line (ILL) due to DoL conditions. (paragraph 1)

Who is responsible for keeping 30SWI91-201 current?

The 30 SW Pad Safety Office (30 SW/SEAP) is the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for this instruction and is responsible for its currency. (paragraph 1)

What does 30 SW/CP do during a launch anomaly?

Act in concert with the Western Range Operations Control Center (WROCC) and supports the LDA during a launch anomaly. (paragraph 2)

When must launch viewing area locations be coordinated?

Coordinate general populous launch viewing area locations outside the ILL with 30 SW/SELF (Flight Analysis) and 30 SW/SEAP no later than (NLT) 14 days prior to launch. (paragraph 2)

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