USAFAI36-3503 — Hq Usafa Aircrew Management

USAFAI36-3503 governs the management of United States Air Force Academy aircrew and related flying program requirements.

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  • Publication number: USAFAI36-3503
  • Title: HQ USAFA AIRCREW MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 2022-03-25

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USAFAI36-3503 assigns aircrew management duties across HQ USAFA organizations and establishes requirements for attached aircrew. It defines Flying Days, eligibility, training timelines, and minimum qualified T-53 instructor pilot levels.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all HQ USAFA personnel.

Topics covered

  • Aircrew management
  • Airmanship mission coordination
  • Attached aircrew eligibility
  • Flying Day definitions
  • Pilot Instructor Training
  • T-53 instructor pilot qualifications

Questions and answers

How long should attached aircrew normally be projected for duty?

Normally projected for no less than a three-year tour of duty. (paragraph 1)

How soon must attached pilots begin Pilot Instructor Training or jump checkout?

Scheduled to begin Pilot Instructor Training (PIT) or jump checkout within 1 month of HQ USAFA/A3O approving attachment to an airframe/squadron. (paragraph 1)

When must USAFA attached pilots start Pilot Instructor Training?

Unless coordinated with HQ USAFA/A3O, USAFA attached pilots will start PIT no later than six months after the pilot’s USAFA Report No Later Than Date. (paragraph 1)

How many qualified T-53 instructor pilots must be maintained?

At any given time, a minimum of 25 HQ USAFA-assigned pilots will be current and qualified as attached T-53 IPs. (paragraph 1)

How many qualified T-53 instructor pilots must the Dean of Faculty maintain?

DF will maintain a minimum of 14 qualified T-53 IPs, CW will maintain a minimum of 9 qualified T-53 IPs, and HQ/PS/AD (treated as a single entity) will maintain a minimum of 2 qualified T-53 IPs. (paragraph 1)

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