AFI16-1301_AMCSUP — Survival, Evasion, Resistance, And Escape (sere) Program

AFI16-1301_AMCSUP governs Air Mobility Command's supplement to the Air Force Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape program.

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  • Publication number: AFI16-1301_AMCSUP
  • Title: SURVIVAL, EVASION, RESISTANCE, AND ESCAPE (SERE) PROGRAM
  • Date: 2024-07-24

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It defines SERE Specialist roles and responsibilities, provides SERE Refresher Training guidance, and establishes aircrew currency requirements. It also sets waiver request information and requirements for emergency parachute training safety.

Applies to: This supplement applies to Air Mobility Command (AMC) assigned forces only.

Topics covered

  • SERE Specialist roles
  • SERE Refresher Training
  • Aircrew currency requirements
  • Waiver requests
  • Emergency parachute training safety
  • HEED/HABD/SEA training

Questions and answers

How much weekly fitness training must SERE Specialists complete?

Commanders will ensure assigned SERE Specialists complete at least 7.5 hours of fitness training weekly. (paragraph 6)

How often are SERE Specialists assessed under the SPFT?

SERE Specialists will be assessed annually. (paragraph 6)

What happens if a SERE Specialist fails one SPFT event?

Failure of any event by not meeting the standard will constitute a failure of the entire test. (paragraph 6)

How thick must safety padding be for emergency parachute training devices?

Safety padding at least 4” thick will be placed under EPT/PLD training devices while in use. (paragraph 5)

How high above the floor or safety mats may aircrew members be suspended?

Aircrew members must be suspended with their feet not touching the floor or safety mats, however members will not be suspended with their feet more than 48” above the floor or safety mats. (paragraph 5)

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