SLD30I15-101 — Weather Support

SLD30I15-101 governs weather support services, responsibilities, and procedures for Vandenberg Space Force Base.

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  • Publication number: SLD30I15-101
  • Title: WEATHER SUPPORT
  • Date: 2023-09-14

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The publication covers capabilities, operational sensors, duty priorities, weather information release, airfield services, and forecast support. It requires supported agencies to review the instruction annually and maintain records according to applicable requirements.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all military personnel, civilians, and DoD contractors assigned to VSFB.

Topics covered

  • Operational weather capabilities
  • Weather sensor systems
  • Duty priorities
  • Weather information release
  • Airfield services
  • Terminal aerodrome forecasts
  • Range weather forecasting

Questions and answers

Who must review SLD30I15-101 annually?

All agencies that receive support from, or provide support to, 30 OSS/OSW are required to review this instruction annually during the anniversary month.

What records must be maintained under SLD30I15-101?

Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with (IAW) AFI 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program, and disposed of IAW Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS) Records Disposition Schedule (RDS).

How should recommended changes to SLD30I15-101 be submitted?

Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) using the DAF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route DAF Forms 847 through appropriate chain of command.

What changed regarding the Range Operations forecast?

Major changes include the 25 Operational Weather Squadron (25 OWS) support within this document, regarding their prior forecast production and resource protection for VSFB.

Who approves waivers for requirements in SLD30I15-101?

The authorities to waive wing/unit level requirements in this publication are identified with a Tier (“T-0, T-1, T-2, T-3”) number following the compliance statement.

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