AFMAN11-2EAV3 — Executive Airlift (ea) Operations Procedures

AFMAN11-2EAV3 governs Executive Airlift operations procedures, including aircrew complements, qualifications, and mission-specific crew requirements.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2EAV3
  • Title: EXECUTIVE AIRLIFT (EA) OPERATIONS PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2020-02-05

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AFMAN11-2EAV3 contains aircrew complement tables and requirements for basic and augmented crews, including flight engineer, flight attendant, and communications systems operator qualifications. It establishes waiver authorities, passenger seating limits, and special provisions for Presidential Airlift Missions.

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

Topics covered

  • Flight engineer certification
  • Flight engineer qualification
  • Presidential Airlift Missions
  • Aircrew complement
  • Augmented crews
  • Passenger mission seating
  • Flight attendant and communications systems operator crew complements

Questions and answers

Can the aircrew complement be reduced below the Table 3.1 minimum?

Reduction below the minimum flight crew required per FCM limitations is prohibited. (paragraph 90-160)

When are augmented crews required?

Augmented crews are necessary when a mission cannot be completed within a basic FDP. (paragraph 1-3)

What qualifications must augmentees have?

Augmentees must be current and qualified in the aircraft (T-3). (paragraph 1-1)

Who determines the crew complement for Presidential Airlift Missions?

The PAG/CC determines crew complement on Presidential Airlift Missions. (paragraph 90-160)

Can a pilot occupy the flight engineer station on a local mission?

For locals, SQ/DO may authorize a fully qualified pilot to occupy the flight engineer station during any phase of operation. (paragraph 1-1)

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