AFMAN11-290 — Cockpit/crew Resource Management And Threat & Error Management Program

AFMAN11-290 governs the Air Force Cockpit/Crew Resource Management and Threat & Error Management Program.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-290
  • Title: COCKPIT/CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND THREAT & ERROR MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
  • Date: 2021-10-25

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It covers program roles, training requirements, CRM/TEM skills, command execution, and Air Force oversight. It requires aircrew members to comply with the program and establishes training, evaluation, and tracking requirements.

Applies to: This publication is applicable to all civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve (AFR), and Air National Guard (ANG).

Topics covered

  • Cockpit/Crew Resource Management
  • Threat & Error Management
  • Aircrew training
  • CRM/TEM skills evaluation
  • Crewmember currencies
  • Command program oversight

Questions and answers

When does CRM/TEM Program training begin?

CRM/TEM Program training begins with crewmembers’ initial Air Force flying training and is continuously built upon throughout their operational careers. (paragraph 1)

How may MAJCOMs implement their CRM/TEM Programs?

MAJCOMs may implement their CRM/TEM Programs as either "Cockpit" or "Crew" Resource Management, based on their respective missions. (paragraph 2)

Where does execution and oversight of command CRM/TEM Programs rest?

Execution and oversight of command CRM/TEM Programs rests within the MAJCOM, FOA and DRU operations directorates. (paragraph 11-200)

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