AFI11-221_USAFE-AFAFRICASUP — Air Refueling Management (kc-10, Kc-46, & Kc-135)

AFI11-221_USAFE-AFAFRICASUP governs air refueling management, support prioritization, and procedures for KC-10, KC-46, and KC-135 aircraft.

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  • Publication number: AFI11-221_USAFE-AFAFRICASUP
  • Title: AIR REFUELING MANAGEMENT (KC-10, KC-46, & KC-135)
  • Date: 2022-01-13

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The publication covers air refueling delays and cancellations, receiver agencies, tanker validation, allocation, scheduling, and Horseblanket Timelines. It requires compliance with the publication and its attachments and incorporates the Readiness Driven Allocation Process.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard (ANG).

Topics covered

  • Air refueling delays and cancellations
  • Horseblanket Timelines
  • Tanker validation and allocation
  • Air refueling request procedures
  • Readiness Driven Allocation Process
  • Deviations and waivers

Questions and answers

Is compliance with the attachments in AFI11-221_USAFE-AFAFRICASUP mandatory?

Compliance with the attachments in this publication is mandatory. (paragraph 33-360)

How are deviations and waivers handled under AFI11-221_USAFE-AFAFRICASUP?

Submit requests for waivers through the chain of command to the appropriate Tier waiver approval authority, or alternately, to the Publication OPR for nontiered compliance items, utilizing guidance identified in DAFI 33-360.

What process replaced the COMAFFOR Apportionment and Allocation Process?

One major change includes the Readiness Driven Allocation Process (RDAP) that has replaced the Commander, Air Force Forces (COMAFFOR) Apportionment and Allocation Process (CAAP). (paragraph 33-360)

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