AFI11-418_18WGSUP — Operations Supervision

AFI11-418_18WGSUP governs responsibilities, requirements, procedures, and training for supervision of flying operations.

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  • Publication number: AFI11-418_18WGSUP
  • Title: OPERATIONS SUPERVISION
  • Date: 2025-09-29

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It establishes supervision structures involving the Operations Group Commander, Supervisor of Flying, and squadron supervisors. It also addresses minimum supervision, emergency recovery, unit supplements, ANG/AFR provisions, and waivers.

Applies to: This publication applies to all aircrew assigned or attached to the 18th Wing (18 WG).

Topics covered

  • Flying operations supervision structure
  • Minimum flying unit supervision
  • In-flight emergency recovery
  • Supervisor of Flying duties
  • Unit supplement requirements
  • ANG/AFR provisions
  • Waiver routing

Questions and answers

When may the SOF and Ops Sup leave the unit operations complex?

The SOF and Ops Sup may leave the unit operations complex (as defined by the unit supplement to this instruction) after aircraft depart the local area, workload permitting. (paragraph 4)

How quickly must the SOF and Ops Sup be available outside the operations complex?

When outside the unit operations complex, the SOF and Ops Sup must be immediately available by telephone, pager, radio or intercom. (T-3). (paragraph 4)

How far in advance should supervisors normally be at their duty locations?

The SOF and Ops Sup should normally be at their duty locations 45 minutes prior to the estimated time of arrival of unit aircraft. (paragraph 4)

Who has the final decision during an in-flight emergency or abnormal situation?

The final decision during any IFE/abnormal situation rests with the aircraft commander. (paragraph 4)

When must the SOF declare an emergency if the pilot has not declared one?

If the SOF determines an emergency should be declared, and the pilot has not declared, the SOF will declare an emergency and advise the pilot. (paragraph 4)

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