AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDA — C-130j Operations Configuration/mission Planning

AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDA governs C-130J and C-130J-30 aircraft configurations and mission planning for worldwide mobility missions.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDA
  • Title: C-130J OPERATIONS CONFIGURATION/MISSION PLANNING
  • Date: 2023-11-16

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The publication contains consolidated equipment tables, aircrew flight equipment configurations, floor plans, and required equipment weight and balance data. It requires specific aircraft equipment, cargo and seat arrangements, roller conveyor stowage, and emergency exit access.

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

Topics covered

  • Aircraft configuration codes
  • Aircrew flight equipment
  • Required aircraft equipment
  • Cargo and passenger seating configurations
  • Floor plans and weight and balance data
  • Emergency exits and safety aisles

Questions and answers

How many masks and PBE’s are required on the aircraft?

One mask for each primary crewmember onboard is required. Aircraft will be equipped with same version of mask. (T-3) 2. Three PBE’s will be placed on the flight deck and two in the cargo compartment.

How many EPOS are required for passengers?

Each aircraft should have one EPOS per passenger. EPOS must be accessible; however, they do not have to be stationed at each seat. Do not exceed FL250 if the number of passengers exceeds the number of EPOS onboard. (paragraph 3)

What life preservers are required for overwater flights?

On overwater flights exceeding power off gliding distance from land, one LPU-6/P for each child, 18 months and younger is required. (T-2) 5. On overwater flights exceeding power off gliding distance from land, one LPU-10/P for each crew member is required. (paragraph 4)

How does cargo affect seat availability?

Amount and type of cargo governs seat availability. (paragraph 3)

When must cargo space be limited to small cargo or rolling stock?

Cargo space limited to small cargo/rolling stock. See Table 4.1 for cargo width limitations. (paragraph 2)

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