AFMAN11-2C-17V3 — C-17 Operations Procedures

AFMAN11-2C-17V3 governs C-17 flying operations and provides mandatory procedures for safely accomplishing worldwide mobility missions.

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• Publication number: AFMAN11-2C-17V3
• Title: C-17 OPERATIONS PROCEDURES
• Date: 2024-08-19

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AFMAN11-2C-17V3 covers aircrew management, aircraft operating restrictions, required navigation performance, NOTAM requirements, and airdrop altitudes. It requires procedures for IMC, JPADS/ICDS, IFR airdrops, and night and NVG operations.

Applies to: It applies to individuals at all levels operating C-17 aircraft, including the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) and National Guard Bureau except where noted otherwise.

Topics covered

• Aircrew complement and management
• Aircraft operating restrictions
• Required Navigation Performance
• IMC airdrop
• JPADS/Improved Container Delivery System
• NOTAM requirements
• Minimum drop altitudes

Questions and answers

When can the lead descend to IMC drop altitude for an IMC airdrop?

Lead may descend from minimum IFR Enroute altitudes to IMC drop altitude as long as UNABLE RNP messages are not displayed.

What is required for an IFR airdrop in uncontrolled airspace?

For IFR airdrop in uncontrolled airspace, a Letter of Agreement between local ATC and the military is required.

When is flight below 500 feet AGL authorized during training?

During training, flight below 500 feet AGL is only authorized on approved routes in accordance with paragraph 14.4.7.

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