AFI11-418_NELLISAFBSUP — Operations Supervision

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

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  • Publication number: AFI11-418_NELLISAFBSUP
  • Title: OPERATIONS SUPERVISION
  • Date: 2025-07-31

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The publication covers supervision structures and chains, commander and supervisor roles, minimum supervision requirements, proximity, waivers, and training. It requires compliance with Attachment 2 and prescribes records handling and routing for supplements and waiver requests.

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 structure
  • Supervision chain
  • Minimum flying unit supervision requirements
  • Proximity
  • Waivers
  • Flying operations training

Questions and answers

Which attachment requires mandatory compliance?

Compliance with Attachment 2 is mandatory.

How are waiver requests submitted?

Submit requests for waivers through the chain of command to the appropriate tier waiver approval authority, or alternately, to the publication office of primary responsibility (OPR) for non-tiered compliance items.

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