3WGI15-101 — Weather Support Procedures

3WGI15-101 governs weather support procedures, including observations, watches, warnings, advisories, dissemination, and reciprocal support.

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  • Publication number: 3WGI15-101
  • Title: WEATHER SUPPORT PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2024-11-22

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It establishes weather support responsibilities and procedures for Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. The publication addresses weather observations, continuity of operations, terminal aerodrome forecasts, mission-scale meteorological watches, and low level wind shear detection.

Applies to: It applies to units assigned to the 673d Air Base Wing (ABW), 3rd Wing (WG), and 176 WG to include Air National Guard and tenant organizations.

Topics covered

  • Weather observations
  • Weather watches, warnings, and advisories
  • Terminal Aerodrome Forecast support
  • Mission-scale meteorological watches
  • Low level wind shear detection equipment
  • Continuity of operations
  • Resource protection

Questions and answers

What records requirements does 3WGI15-101 establish?

Ensure all records generated as a result of processes prescribed in this publication adhere to AFI 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program, and are disposed in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule, which is located in the Air Force Records Information Management System.

How are recommended changes to 3WGI15-101 submitted?

Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) using the Department of the Air Force (DAF) Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication.

How are DAF Forms 847 routed from the field?

Route DAF Forms 847 from the field through the appropriate chain of command.

Does naming a manufacturer or commercial product imply endorsement?

The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by the DAF.

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