AFI11-418_442FWSUP — Operations Supervision

AFI11-418_442FWSUP governs responsibilities, requirements, procedures and training for the supervision of flying operations.

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  • Publication number: AFI11-418_442FWSUP
  • Title: OPERATIONS SUPERVISION
  • Date: 2025-12-22

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The publication covers supervision structures, minimum supervisory requirements, in-flight emergency recovery, unit supplements, and ANG/AFR provisions. It requires local procedures, checklists, training documentation, and waiver routing.

Applies to: This supplement applies to flying units and personnel assigned to the 442FW.

Topics covered

  • Flying operations supervision
  • Minimum flying unit supervision
  • In-flight emergency recovery
  • Supervisor of Flying duties
  • Ops Sup qualifications
  • Unit supplements
  • ANG/AFR provisions
  • Waivers

Questions and answers

Who must support the operations group commander in the flying operations program?

The wing commander will ensure other group commanders support the OG/CC when and where needed in order to execute an effective program. (T-1). (paragraph 2)

When must the operations group commander be available to the SOF or Ops Sup?

Will be available to the SOF or Ops Sup/Top 3 (if no SOF is either available or required based on the type of operation) for consultation during daily flying operations. (T1). (paragraph 2)

What is the primary objective during an in-flight emergency?

The primary objective during an abnormal/emergency situation is the safe recovery of the aircrew and aircraft. (paragraph 4)

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

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

What must the unit supplement include for local SOF procedures?

Local procedures and checklists for SOFs (reference Attachment 2) to include format and content of the daily log (paragraph 4.3.10) as well as medium (i.e., electronic, hardcopy, or combination) for the SOF library (paragraph 6.4.5). (T-1). (paragraph 8)

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