AFMAN11-2F-16V3_SPANGDAHLEMABSUP — Flying Operations

AFMAN11-2F-16V3_SPANGDAHLEMABSUP governs local F-16 flying operations procedures for 52d Operations Group pilots and units.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2F-16V3_SPANGDAHLEMABSUP
  • Title: Flying Operations
  • Date: 2025-02-05

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The publication contains guidance on local operations, quiet hours, call signs, weather, environmental restrictions, aircrew equipment, in-flight publications, alternate missions, cross-country flights, and noise abatement. It requires compliance by applicable pilots and establishes reporting, equipment, flight-document, and noise-abatement requirements.

Applies to: This supplement established policies and procedures relating to F-16 operations for the 52d Operations Group (OG) and applies to all 52 OG units, and all 52 OGgained units operating United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) owned, managed, and/or all controlled aircraft.

Topics covered

  • Quiet hours
  • Flight call signs
  • Weather information
  • Aircrew clothing and equipment
  • In-flight publications
  • Alternate missions
  • Cross-country flight planning
  • Noise abatement

Questions and answers

Who must comply with AFMAN11-2F-16V3_SPANGDAHLEMABSUP when operating 52 OG-assigned aircraft?

All pilots assigned and attached to the 52 OG will comply with this instruction when operating 52 OG-assigned aircraft whether at home station or deployed.

What guidance applies when this supplement conflicts with deployed unit directives?

In the event of a conflict between this supplement and deployed unit directives, follow the most restrictive guidance.

How must deviations from AFMAN11-2F-16V3_SPANGDAHLEMABSUP be handled?

Any deviations to this publication must be in the strictest interest of safety and reported to the flying squadron commander and the 52 OG/CC as soon as possible.

When are life preserver units required during sustained flight over water?

Life Preserver Units (LPUs) will be worn when any planned sustained flight is over water (i.e. crossing the English Channel, coastal airspace, or Vliehors Range), even if planning to remain within gliding distance of land.

What must pilots carry on local flights?

Pilots must download the current versions of the following publications to their Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) and carry them on all local flights.

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