ACCMD533 — 53d Weapons Evaluation Group (53 Weg)

ACCMD533 governs the mission, command relationship, and responsibilities of the 53d Weapons Evaluation Group and its subordinate units.

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  • Publication number: ACCMD533
  • Title: 53D WEAPONS EVALUATION GROUP (53 WEG)
  • Date: 2024-01-25

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It defines the 53 WEG mission, command structure, liaison authority, assigned programs, and operational evaluation activities. Compliance is mandatory, records must be maintained and disposed of under cited requirements, and the publication may not be supplemented.

Applies to: This mission directive applies to 53 WEG and subordinate Regular Air Force units and assigned civilian personnel.

Topics covered

  • Weapons System Evaluation Program
  • Operational Test and Evaluation
  • Aerial targets
  • Combat air force assessments
  • COMBAT ARCHER Program
  • COMBAT HAMMER Program
  • COMBAT AXE Program
  • Urgent Operational Need requests

Questions and answers

What mission does the 53 WEG provide?

The 53 WEG provides tactical advantage to the warfighter at the speed of relevance by evaluating combat air force squadrons’ employment of precision air-to-air, air-to-ground weapons, and air battle management command and control. (paragraph 1)

What is the 53 WEG’s command relationship?

The 53 WEG is an ACC Group organized under the 53d Wing and subordinate to the US Air Force Warfare Center (USAFWC). (paragraph 2)

What must the 53 WEG do for WSEP and OT&E activities?

Plan, manage, execute and support WSEP and OT&E activities as directed by ACC. (paragraph 3)

What WSEP activities does the 53 WEG conduct for other organizations?

Conduct WSEP activities for sister-service and international partners as directed by ACC. (paragraph 3)

What programs cover weapons system evaluations?

Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of operational air-to-air weapons system evaluations under the COMBAT ARCHER Program. (paragraph 3)

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