LUKEAFBI13-212 — Range Planning And Operations

LUKEAFBI13-212 governs range planning and operations for weapons systems and units using the Barry M. Goldwater Range East and associated airspace.

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  • Publication number: LUKEAFBI13-212
  • Title: RANGE PLANNING AND OPERATIONS
  • Date: 2024-06-12

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It covers scheduling, BMGR East Complex airspace, and operational procedures and restrictions. Compliance is mandatory, and waivers to its guidance are not authorized.

Applies to: This instruction is applicable to all military, civilian, and contractor personnel.

Topics covered

  • Range scheduling
  • BMGR East Complex airspace
  • Restricted areas
  • Transit corridor operations
  • Electronic attack, chaff, and flares
  • Random air refueling

Questions and answers

Are waivers to LUKEAFBI13-212 authorized?

Waivers to guidance in this publication are not authorized.

What publications must be used with LUKEAFBI13-212?

Use this instruction with AFMAN 13-212v1; AFMAN 11-214, Air Operations Rules and Procedures; AFMAN 13-217 Drop Zone and Landing Zone Operations; and other applicable guidance.

What does Chapter 2 change about first-mission check-ins?

Chapter 2 limits check-ins for first mission of the day to no more than 15 minutes early and restricts personnel to Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and Range Maintenance only during tactical range detonation days.

What altitude restrictions does Chapter 3 update?

Chapter 3 updates Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge (CPNWR) altitude restrictions to include new lower altitude section in the northern part of the refuge.

What does Chapter 4 require for Snakeye coordination?

Chapter 4 clarifies requirement for Snakeye coordination when transitioning from one range to another and establishes criteria whereby the transit corridor can be used for tactical maneuvering.

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