AFMAN11-2FTV1_EDWARDSAFBSUP — Flight Test Aircrew Training

AFMAN11-2FTV1_EDWARDSAFBSUP establishes minimum requirements for Edwards AFB flight test aircrew training and qualification.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2FTV1_EDWARDSAFBSUP
  • Title: FLIGHT TEST AIRCREW TRAINING
  • Date: 2026-02-19

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It covers aircraft qualification, mission certification, continuation and proficiency training, upgrade training, training events, training tables, and training documentation. It requires applicable records to be maintained and disposed of in accordance with Air Force records requirements.

Applies to: It applies to all Edwards Air Force Base units, AFRC units under Edwards AFB OPCON, and Edwards AFB gained units and personnel conducting flying operations.

Topics covered

  • Aircraft qualification training
  • Mission certifications
  • Continuation and proficiency training
  • Upgrade flying hour prerequisites
  • F-15 training guidelines
  • H-1 training guidelines
  • Training forms
  • Training plans

Questions and answers

When can instructor pilots teach STOVL operations?

Instructor pilots will not teach STOVL operations until a STOVL instructor training plan or AOQ from an equivalent source (e.g. USMC) is completed. (paragraph 8)

Can non-STOVL instructor pilots teach emergency STOVL procedures?

“Non-STOVL” instructor pilots may teach emergency STOVL procedures to pilots training on the F-35B but not conducting routine STOVL operations. (paragraph 8)

How low may H-1 aircrew fly during low level navigation training?

With Unit CC approval, minimum altitudes may be reduced to 50’ AHO when training or testing necessities exist. (paragraph 8)

Is formation required for initial F-15 qualification?

Formation is optional for initial qualification. (paragraph 8)

Is additional testing required for F-15 conversion training?

No additional open or closed book testing is required for any F-15 conversion. (paragraph 8)

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