AFMAN11-2KC-135V3_FAIRCHILDAFBSUP — C/kc-135 Operations Procedures

AFMAN11-2KC-135V3_FAIRCHILDAFBSUP governs KC-135 flying operations procedures, including aircraft systems, communications, and flight requirements.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2KC-135V3_FAIRCHILDAFBSUP
  • Title: C/KC-135 OPERATIONS PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2020-12-04

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AFMAN11-2KC-135V3_FAIRCHILDAFBSUP addresses flap operation and verification, CALL function operability, Reference T, ferry operations, and formation procedures. It requires specific equipment conditions, approvals, crew limits, and planning standards.

Applies to: 1.2. Applicability. This manual applies to aircrew members, maintenance/support personnel, and managers involved with employing KC-135 aircraft.

Topics covered

  • Flap operation and verification
  • Reference T
  • CALL function operability
  • Three-engine ferry operations
  • Gear down flight operations
  • Aircraft formation procedures

Questions and answers

When are three-engine ferry operations allowed?

PICs will only conduct three-engine ferry operations after exhausting all other avenues to return an aircraft with an inoperative engine to Mission Capable status. (paragraph 2)

Who must approve a three-engine ferry sortie?

Each three-engine ferry sortie must be approved by MAJCOM/A3. (paragraph 2)

What aircraft systems must operate during three-engine ferry operations?

All primary aircraft systems not specifically associated with the failed engine must be fully operational. (paragraph 2)

How many crew chiefs may be added during a ferry operation?

A maximum of two crew chiefs (one 7-skill level) may be added. (paragraph 2)

Are passengers permitted during three-engine ferry operations?

Do not carry passengers or other non-essential personnel. (paragraph 2)

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