AFMAN13-204V3_AFSOCSUP — Air Traffic Control

AFMAN13-204V3_AFSOCSUP governs air traffic control operations, duties, procedures, programs, and facility management under AFSOC oversight.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN13-204V3_AFSOCSUP
  • Title: AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL
  • Date: 2022-02-15

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The publication outlines ATC personnel duties and provides guidance, procedures, and programs for managing air traffic control. It includes controller training, credential withdrawal, qualification standards, waiver authorities, and facility staffing requirements.

Applies to: This supplement implements Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) specific guidance and applies to Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, and civilians/contractors operating under AFSOC oversight.

Topics covered

  • Air traffic control operations
  • ATC personnel duties
  • Controller training
  • ATCS credential withdrawal
  • Position certification
  • Facility staffing requirements

Questions and answers

What must the unit commander include in a pending withdrawal memorandum?

Whether withdrawal is “For Cause” or “Not for Cause”. (T-2). (paragraph 4)

What can withdrawal action for failure to maintain mandatory qualification standards result in?

I understand withdrawal action under the category of “failure to maintain mandatory qualification standards other than medical” may result in: a. ATCS credential removal “For Cause” (initial). b. Termination/recoupment of SRB (initial). c. Possible administrative discharge action (initial). (paragraph 5)

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