AFMD56 — Air Force Agency For Modeling And Simulation (afams)

AFMD56 governs the mission, command structure, and responsibilities of the Air Force Agency for Modeling and Simulation.

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• Publication number: AFMD56
• Title: AIR FORCE AGENCY FOR MODELING AND SIMULATION (AFAMS)
• Date: 2022-08-03

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AFMD56 identifies AFAMS as a Headquarters Air Force Field Operating Agency and describes its mission in modeling and simulation. It requires AFAMS to develop requirements, conduct studies, support training and readiness, foster collaboration, and oversee related capabilities and infrastructure.

Topics covered

• Modeling and simulation mission
• AFAMS command structure
• Capability-based M&S requirements
• Operational User Evaluations
• M&S data management
• Training and readiness
• Air, Space, and Cyberspace Constructive Environment

Questions and answers

What forms can modeling and simulation take?

M&S takes a variety of forms, including but not limited to equations, computer programs, digital twins, emulators, scaled physical representations, and simulators. (paragraph 1)

Who does the AFAMS Commander report to?

Reports to the Director of Training and Readiness, Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, Headquarters Air Force, Washington, D.C. (AF/A3T). (paragraph 2)

What must AFAMS do for modeling and simulation requirements?

Develop capability-based M&S requirements in support of Training and Readiness. (paragraph 3)

What must AFAMS do regarding modeling and simulation capabilities?

Oversee Operational User Evaluations of M&S capabilities. (paragraph 3)

What data and technical standards responsibilities does AFAMS have?

Foster data and technical standards collaboration and active data sharing. (paragraph 3)

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