NELLISAFBI11-250 — Local Flying Procedures

NELLISAFBI11-250 governs Nellis AFB airfield operations and local flying procedures for aircraft operating from Nellis AFB and delegated airspace.

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• Publication number: NELLISAFBI11-250
• Title: LOCAL FLYING PROCEDURES
• Date: 2026-07-09

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NELLISAFBI11-250 addresses runway selection, populated-area avoidance, ordnance jettison, emergency recovery, and aircraft loading conditions. It also requires procedures for PPR requests, arrival coordination, and operation at airfields without arresting systems or ATC facilities.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all aircraft under the jurisdiction of the 57th Wing (57 WG) when operating from Nellis AFB or within the confines of the airspace delegated to the Nellis Air Traffic Control Facility (NATCF).

Topics covered

• Active runway approaches
• Ordnance jettison
• Populated-area avoidance
• Aircraft loading conditions
• Aircraft arresting systems
• PPR requests

Questions and answers

Which runway is preferred for a straight-in landing?

Straight-in to RWY 21 (RWY 21L is the preferred landing runway). (paragraph 2)

When is ordnance assumed to be unsecure?

Ordnance will be assumed unsecure anytime a battle damage check cannot be performed. (paragraph 4)

When may inert ordnance be jettisoned?

Inert ordnance, training ordnance and non-ordnance stores may be jettisoned at the pilot’s discretion on any approved range or target provided clearance from Blackjack has been received. (paragraph 1-2)

What are the minimum altitude requirements for live ordnance jettison?

Live ordnance will be jettisoned live on scheduled targets if possible. Minimum altitude will be 2,000 AGL or the minimum frag clearance altitude, or MDS mins. (paragraph 1-2)

How early can a PPR number be issued?

Due to limited parking, PPR numbers will not be issued earlier than 7 days prior to requested arrival date. (paragraph 7)

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