AFMAN11-2F-35V1 — F-35a--aircrew Training

AFMAN11-2F-35V1 governs F-35 aircrew training and establishes guidance for effective and safe F-35 operation.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2F-35V1
  • Title: F-35A--AIRCREW TRAINING
  • Date: 2026-08-20

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AFMAN11-2F-35V1 covers initial qualification, mission qualification, continuation training, flight lead upgrades, and Ready Aircrew Program management. It sets training cycles, mission-ready status rules, and limits for logging RAP training sorties.

Applies to: This publication applies to all F-35 units in the Regular Air Force, Air National Guard (ANG) and Air Force Reserve (AFR).

Topics covered

  • F-35 aircrew training
  • Initial Qualification Training
  • Mission Qualification Training
  • Continuation Training
  • Flight Lead upgrades
  • Ready Aircrew Program
  • F-35 currencies
  • Pilot utilization policy

Questions and answers

What does the Ready Aircrew Program define?

RAP defines the minimum training required to maintain the assigned training status. (paragraph 3)

How long is the RAP training cycle?

The RAP training cycle is 12 months, aligned with the fiscal year and executed as outlined in the RTM (Exception: MAJCOMs may set their own training cycles). (paragraph 3)

Which positions are designated combat mission ready?

All combat-coded unit regular Air Force API-1 positions, flying SQ/CC and operations officer (DO) positions are designated combat mission ready (CMR). (paragraph 3)

What is required for an effective RAP training sortie?

An effective RAP training sortie requires accomplishing a complete primary, secondary, or basic skills mission. (paragraph 3)

What is the maximum number of RAP training sorties in 24 hours?

A maximum of three RAP training sorties will be logged per 24 hour period under these rules. (T-3) (Exception: This limit does not apply to combat operations). (paragraph 3)

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