AFSPCMD5-510 — Space Weather

AFSPCMD5-510 governs the mission, command, and responsibilities of the only Air Force Space Command Weather Squadron.

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  • Publication number: AFSPCMD5-510
  • Title: SPACE WEATHER
  • Date: 2018-12-13

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It describes weather support for air and space superiority operations, test and evaluation activities, and mission partners across the Eastern Range. It requires approved authoritative data sources, coordination for continuity of operations, and compliance with applicable weather instructions and manuals.

Applies to: This mission directive defines the mission, command, and responsibilities of the only Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) Weather Squadron.

Topics covered

  • Space weather operations
  • Environmental intelligence
  • Weather observations and forecasts
  • Hazardous weather watches, warnings and advisories
  • Air and space superiority operations
  • Continuity of operations
  • Weather support capabilities

Questions and answers

What operations does the 45th Weather Squadron support?

The 45th Weather Squadron (45 WS) provides time-dominant and actionable environmental intelligence for air and space superiority operations, and test and evaluation activities conducted across the 15-million-square-mile Eastern Range. (paragraph 1)

What authority does the 45th Weather Squadron Commander have?

The 45 WS Commander (45 WS/CC) is authorized to communicate, coordinate, and work with other units or agencies on matters relating to mission accomplishment, administrative or logistical support under applicable support agreements and letters of understanding. (paragraph 2)

What must the 45th Weather Squadron Commander use for weather support?

Uses Air Force approved authoritative data sources and fielded weather capabilities. (paragraph 3)

What happens when a data or capability gap affects mission accomplishment?

If a data or capability gap hinders effective or efficient mission accomplishment, seeks MAJCOM approval for exceptions to policy or guidance. (paragraph 3)

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