AFI11-290_PACAFSUP — Cockpit/crew Resource Management Program

AFI11-290_PACAFSUP governs the PACAF Cockpit/Crew Resource Management program, including training, curricula, oversight, and waivers.

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  • Publication number: AFI11-290_PACAFSUP
  • Title: COCKPIT/CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
  • Date: 2017-01-27

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It defines CRM knowledge and skill areas covering communication, coordination, mission analysis, risk management, situational awareness, and task management. The publication establishes training phases, assigns oversight and program management duties, and requires performance data collection and evaluation.

Applies to: This publication applies to the Air Force Reserve (AFR) and the Air National Guard (ANG).

Topics covered

  • CRM core curricula
  • CRM training phases
  • FTU CRM training
  • CRM program oversight
  • CRM program managers
  • CRM Steering Committee
  • CRM Working Group
  • Waivers

Questions and answers

What skills are included in CRM core curricula?

Core curricula will include the following knowledge and skill sets: 3.1. Communication. Includes knowledge of common errors, cultural influences, and barriers (i.e., rank, age, experience, position, etc.). Skills will encompass listening, feedback, precision and efficiency of communication with all members and agencies (i.e., Crewmembers, Wingmen, Weather, ATC, Intelligence, etc.). (paragraph 8)

What does PACAF CRM training build on?

PACAF CRM training curriculum is designed to build upon CRM training learned at the AETC Undergraduate Pilot Training/Undergraduate Navigator Training (UPT/UNT), Undergraduate Air Battle Manager Training (UABMT) and Formal Training Unit (FTU) levels. (paragraph 4)

Who must take the FTU CRM course?

All aircrews and crewmembers attending a FTU will take the FTU CRM course in their respective MDS aircraft. (paragraph 3)

Can aircrews substitute CRM training from another aircraft?

Aircrews cannot substitute CRM training received between dissimilar aircraft (i.e., single vs. multi-crew; heavy vs. fighter aircraft). (paragraph 3)

How long is the FTU CRM course?

The 4-hour FTU course can be set up in one of the following ways (as outlined in each MDS syllabi): one 4-hour block; two, 2-hour blocks; or 3 separate blocks of instruction at 2 hours, 1 hour, and 1 hour. (paragraph 3)

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