AFMAN11-2AEV3 — Aeromedical Evacuation (ae) Operations Procedures

AFMAN11-2AEV3 governs Aeromedical Evacuation operations procedures, including aircrew duties, patient care, aircraft procedures, and emergencies.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2AEV3
  • Title: AEROMEDICAL EVACUATION (AE) OPERATIONS PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2023-09-28

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It contains mission checklists and procedures for patient care, aircraft preparation, enplaning and deplaning, medical supplies, emergency response, and post-mission duties. Compliance with the publication and Attachment 2 is mandatory, and AECMs are required to use and refer directly to it when accomplishing abbreviated flight crew checklist duties.

Applies to: This manual applies to all commanders, operations supervisors, and aircrew assigned or attached to all flying activities of commands of Aeromedical Evacuation.

Topics covered

  • Aeromedical evacuation mission procedures
  • Patient care and medical records
  • Aircraft preparation and cabin security
  • Enplaning and deplaning procedures
  • Emergency oxygen and evacuation
  • Medical supply inventory
  • Crew rest and post-mission duties

Questions and answers

When must the medical equipment preflight be completed?

Perform operational preflight on medical equipment. (accomplished within 24 hours prior to mission launch or assuming standby force by qualified Aeromedical Evacuation personnel).

What must be secured before taxi?

Ensure all medical equipment, computers, and supplies are secured. (paragraph 2)

What must happen if a patient condition is questionable or exceeds AEC capabilities?

If any patient condition is questionable or exceeds the capabilities of the AEC, notify the MCD. (paragraph 9)

How often should comfort items and fluids be provided during patient care?

Distribute comfort items and provide fluids every two hours if not contraindicated. (paragraph 2)

What must be documented in patient records?

Complete all patient records. Ensure all vital signs and intake/output results are documented. (paragraph 5)

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