AFMD27 — Air Force Flight Standards Agency (affsa)

AFMD27 governs the mission, chain of command, responsibilities, and communications of the Air Force Flight Standards Agency.

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  • Publication number: AFMD27
  • Title: AIR FORCE FLIGHT STANDARDS AGENCY (AFFSA)
  • Date: 2017-01-30

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AFMD27 describes AFFSA’s mission, command structure, airfield operations systems, training, airspace access, and sustainment activities. It requires compliance with the publication and assigns duties for airfield operations, terminal procedures, systems, and related programs.

Topics covered

  • AFFSA mission
  • Chain of command
  • Airfield operations systems
  • Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems
  • Airfield Management
  • Terminal procedures
  • Airfield operations training
  • Weapon system sustainment

Questions and answers

What is AFFSA’s mission under AFMD27?

The AFFSA's mission is to maximize effectiveness of USAF global air operations and ensure USAF access to worldwide airspace in all weather conditions. (paragraph 1)

What does AFFSA manage for ATCALS, air traffic management, and national airspace system programs?

Manages weapon system sustainment (WSS) activities for ATCALS, air traffic management (ATM), and national airspace system (NAS) programs. (paragraph 3)

What course does AFFSA conduct for TERPS specialists?

Conducts the USAF TERPS fundamentals course in order to train and certify qualified individuals as TERPS specialists IAW AFI 13-204, Airfield Operations Procedures and Programs, as well as applicable FAA, ICAO and NATO standards. (paragraph 3)

How does AFFSA handle requests for deviations from standard AM or ATC operating procedures?

Evaluates Regular Air Force, Air National Guard (ANG), and Air Reserve Command (AFRC) requests for deviations from standard AM or ATC operating procedures. (paragraph 3)

What does AFFSA provide for NextGen, airfield operations systems, and software?

Provides Requirements Management for the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen), AO systems, and software. (paragraph 3)

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