AFI11-418_BEALEAFBSUP governs supervision, procedures, requirements, and training for flying operations at Beale Air Force Base.
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AFI11-418_BEALEAFBSUP establishes the Beale SOF and Operations Supervisor programs, including duty locations, schedules, equipment, reporting, and emergency coordination. It requires digital checklists and reports, defined supervision coverage, and procedures for U-2 and T-38 operations.
Applies to: This publication applies to the Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, and the Air National Guard at Beale Air Force Base, California.
Beale AFB requires a SOF when U-2 or T-38 sorties are occurring IAW Table 3.1.1.
SOF will be in the duty location 30 minutes prior to the estimated takeoff/arrival time for first aircraft requiring a SOF and remain in place until engine shutdown for the last aircraft requiring a SOF except as directed by Table 3.1.1 or as waived by 9 OG/CC.
The Ops Sup will be on duty starting no later than the first crew brief and ending at last U-2 or T-38 landing. See Table 3.1.1 for exceptions.
Due to the unique nature of U-2 flights, the mobile will act as the primary point of contact for the pilot to help troubleshoot and resolve problems during emergencies or other malfunctions.
Do not change SOFs during an IFE. The incoming SOF will assist the current SOF until the emergency is terminated.