AFI11-418_35FWSUP — Operations Supervision

AFI11-418_35FWSUP governs responsibilities, requirements, procedures, and training for supervision of Air Force flying operations.

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  • Publication number: AFI11-418_35FWSUP
  • Title: OPERATIONS SUPERVISION
  • Date: 2023-10-16

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It covers flying operations supervision structures, supervision chains, applicability, waivers, and updated training requirements. It requires unit-level supplementation and makes compliance with Attachment 2 mandatory while Attachments 1 and 3 are not mandatory.

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) (see paragraph 1.3 for specific details).

Topics covered

  • Flying operations supervision
  • Supervision chain
  • Waiver authorities
  • Flying operations training
  • Electronic Flight Bags
  • Unit-level supplements

Questions and answers

What records requirements does AFI11-418_35FWSUP establish?

Ensure all records generated as a result of processes prescribed in this publication adhere to Air Force Instruction 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.

Which attachments require compliance under AFI11-418_35FWSUP?

Compliance with Attachment 2 is mandatory. Compliance with Attachment 1 and Attachment 3 is not mandatory.

How are waiver authorities identified in AFI11-418_35FWSUP?

The authorities to waive wing/unit level requirements in this publication are identified with a Tier (“T-0, T-1, T-2, T-3”) number following the compliance statement.

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