AFMAN13-212V1_AFSOCSUP — Range Planning And Operations

AFMAN13-212V1_AFSOCSUP governs range planning, operations, management, safety, equipment, facilities, and security for Air Force ranges.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN13-212V1_AFSOCSUP
  • Title: RANGE PLANNING AND OPERATIONS
  • Date: 2023-11-07

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It defines AFSOC/A3 Melrose Air Force Range scheduling priorities and explains AFSOC test mission procedures on Melrose Range. It also updates Range Operating Authority submittals to AFSOC Range Branch.

Applies to: This supplement applies to the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC)-managed range, Melrose Air Force Range.

Topics covered

  • Melrose Air Force Range scheduling priorities
  • AFSOC test mission procedures
  • Range Operating Authority submittals
  • Range operations and safety
  • Environmental impact analysis
  • Waiver requests
  • Supplement approval

Questions and answers

How do T-1, T-2, and T-3 waivers expire?

T-1, T-2, and T-3 waivers automatically expire 30 days after a change of command unless the new commander renews the waiver. (paragraph 90-161)

Who has waiver authority for non-tiered compliance items?

For compliance items not identified with a tier number, waiver authority is delegated to the Headquarters Air Force Operational Training Infrastructure Division (AF/A3TI). (paragraph 90-161)

What happens before T-0 waiver requests are submitted to AF/A3TI?

Waivers for non-tiered and T-0 compliance items must be coordinated through the major command (MAJCOM) before they are submitted to AF/A3TI for action. (paragraph 90-161)

What should the range operating authority do when waiver circumstances change?

At the unit level, the range operating authority should monitor implementation of this manual and review approved waivers anytime the circumstances that prompted the waiver or the impacts of the excepted activity change substantially. (paragraph 90-161)

How must AFSOC supplement waiver requests be processed?

Requests for waivers must be processed through command channels and submitted to the OPR listed above for consideration and approval. (paragraph 90-161)

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