AFMAN11-2U-2V1 — U-2 Aircrew Training

AFMAN11-2U-2V1 governs minimum Air Force standards for training and qualifying personnel performing aircrew duties in the U-2.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2U-2V1
  • Title: U-2 AIRCREW TRAINING
  • Date: 2023-05-31

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It covers basic qualification, mission qualification, continuation training, currency, and regression requirements. It requires pilots to meet lookback requirements and complete specified certifications before CMR designation.

Applies to: This publication applies to all uniformed members of the Regular Air Force.

Topics covered

  • U-2 aircrew training
  • Basic qualification training
  • Mission qualification training
  • Continuation training
  • Aircrew currency
  • CMR/BMC status
  • Lookback requirements
  • SRO certification

Questions and answers

How is lost U-2 aircrew currency regained?

Regain lost currency by flying the event under IP supervision (in aircraft or from mobile, as appropriate). (paragraph 90-161)

Can currency be updated on any supervised sortie?

Currency may be updated on any sortie under supervision of a qualified mobile officer with SQ/CC or SQ/DO approval. (paragraph 2)

How is lost night landing currency regained?

If night landing currency is lost, it cannot be regained on an operational mission. (paragraph 4)

How is mobile currency regained?

Regain mobile currency by accomplishing mobile duties for one takeoff and landing under supervision of a mobile-current IP. (paragraph 5)

What happens if a pilot does not meet lookback requirements throughout the training cycle?

If a pilot does not meet lookback requirements throughout the training cycle, the SQ/CC can either, regress the pilot to N-CMR/NBMC, place the pilot on probation, remove the pilot from a CMR/BMC manning position, or initiate action to remove the pilot from active flying status. (paragraph 7)

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