AFI11-418_SHAWAFBSUP governs operations supervision, flying-unit command and control, and related training at Shaw Air Force Base.
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The publication expands and further defines operations supervision training, responsibilities, and interfaces with agencies involved in command and control of flying activities. It requires procedures for Supervisor of Flying and Operations Supervisor duties, risk management worksheets, upgrade programs, alternate duty locations, and local operational resources.
Applies to: This publication applies to all Shaw AFB flying units.
SOF duty starts 1+30 prior to first scheduled takeoff. NLT 1+10 prior to first takeoff, the SOF will brief the recommended opening status to the OG Brick Holder and Top 3s. NLT 1+00, the SOF will be in the tower.
Top 3s will collect Risk Management (RM) worksheets prior to step and ensure the sortie risk level is acceptable. Top 3s will file RM worksheets and keep for one month.
Paper copy RM assessment worksheets for each flight will be placed next to the AF IMT 4327 (sign out sheet). Pilots will fill out individual "PERSON" risk factors prior to the flight brief.
20 FW SOFs will be considered “experienced” after completing 10 postcertification SOF tours. Experienced SOFs will be designated on the LOX and are approved to perform SOF upgrades. (paragraph 6)
A SOF will be in the tower for all functional check flights (FCFs). (paragraph 6)