HURLBURTFIELDI11-201 — Aircraft Operations

HURLBURTFIELDI11-201 governs aircraft operations and related procedures for 1st Special Operations Wing aircraft and partner units.

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  • Publication number: HURLBURTFIELDI11-201
  • Title: AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS
  • Date: 2021-01-27

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The publication covers operational areas, command, control and communications, general procedures, and range operations. Compliance is mandatory, including minimum information passed to the ICC when the AFSOC OSR form is unavailable.

Applies to: This directive also applies to partner and hosted units operating out of Hurlburt Field as part of an exercise or other training.

Topics covered

  • Hurlburt Class D Airspace
  • Special Use Airspace
  • Command, Control, and Communications
  • BASH Procedures
  • Air-to-Air Refueling Operations
  • Noise Abatement
  • Range Operations
  • Posse Comitatus Act

Questions and answers

What should aircrew do when problems occur with Eglin Approach or Mission Control?

If problems occur with Eglin Approach or Mission Control, aircrew should request that the controller “mark the tapes.” (paragraph 6)

When must 1 SOW/CC approve assistance on the Eglin Range complex?

1 SOW/CC must approve prior to beginning assistance. (paragraph 6)

What does the Posse Comitatus Act prohibit?

The Posse Comitatus Act (18 U.S.C. § 1385) prohibits using military members to execute civil law unless authorized by the Constitution or an Act of Congress. (paragraph 6)

When may the Posse Comitatus Act permit activities?

The Posse Comitatus Act does not prohibit activities conducted for a primary military purpose, such as protection of the installation. (paragraph 6)

What approval is required before aircrew participate in humanitarian search and rescue activities?

Under no circumstances will aircrew participate in such events until approval is received. (paragraph 6)

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