BEALEAFBI11-250 — Airfield Operations And Base Flying Procedures

BEALEAFBI11-250 governs airfield operations and base flying procedures, including flying operations at Beale Air Force Base.

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  • Publication number: BEALEAFBI11-250
  • Title: AIRFIELD OPERATIONS AND BASE FLYING PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2025-07-31

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It contains local information and directives for air operations at Beale Air Force Base. The publication addresses airfield management, air traffic control, ground operations, flying procedures, aircraft operations, emergency procedures, and traffic patterns, with compliance mandatory.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all units associated with, and involved in, flying operations at BAFB.

Topics covered

  • Airfield management
  • Air traffic control
  • Ground operations
  • General flying procedures
  • T-38 operations
  • U-2 operations
  • RQ-4 operations
  • Emergency procedures

Questions and answers

What flight rules apply in this area?

Flight operations in this area must be under VFR. (paragraph 5)

When must ATC approve a T-38 tactical initial?

ATC must approve tactical initial prior to entering BAFB Class C airspace in tactical formation. (paragraph 5)

When will a T-38 tactical initial not be approved?

Tactical initial will not be approved for formations of more than four aircraft or when an RQ-4, or U-2 releasing pogos has been cleared for takeoff. (paragraph 5)

What must pilots do before requesting a tactical initial?

For coordination, pilots will inform SOF prior to departure or inbound to BAFB of intentions to request tactical initial. (paragraph 5)

How does ATC sequence a formation using the Talon 1 procedure?

ATC will sequence the formation as a single unit. (paragraph 5)

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