BY ORDER OF THE AIR FORCE MANUAL 11-2T-38,

SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE VOLUME 1

14 MAY 2020

Flying Operations

T-38 AIRCREW TRAINING

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available for downloading or ordering on the
e-Publishing web site at www.e-Publishing.af.mil.
RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication.

OPR: 19 AF/DOV Certified by: AF/A3T

(Maj Gen James A. Jacobson)
Supersedes: AFI11-2T-38V1, Pages: 18
1 September 2017

This publication implements Air Force Instruction (AFI) 11-200, Aircrew Training,
Standardization/Evaluation, and General Operations Structure, and Air Force Manual (AFMAN)
11-202, V1, Aircrew Training. This manual prescribes standard procedures used by all pilots
operating an Air Force T-38 aircraft and applies to all Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and
Air National Guard instructor pilots flying the T-38. Ensure that records created as a result of
processes prescribed in this manual are maintained in accordance with AFI 33-322, Records
Management and Information Governance Program, and disposed of in accordance with the Air
Force Records Disposition Schedule located in the Air Force Records Information Management
System. This manual requires the collection and or maintenance of information protected by the
Privacy Act of 1974 authorized by Title 10 United States Code, Section 9013, Secretary of the Air
Force. The applicable SORN F011 AF XO A, Aviation Resource Management System (ARMS) is
available at: http://dpclo.defense.gov/Privacy/SORNs.aspx. Refer recommended changes and
questions about this manual to the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) listed above using the
Air Force Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route AF Form 847 from the
field through the appropriate Standardization and Evaluation functional chain. This publication
may be supplemented at any level. Major commands (MAJCOM) will coordinate proposed
MAJCOM-level supplements to this volume through 19 AF/DOV to AF/ACTF for coordination
prior to publishing. Field units below MAJCOM level will coordinate copies of their supplements
with their parent MAJCOM OPR prior to publishing. The authorities to waive wing/unit level
requirements in this manual are identified with a Tier (“T-0, T-1, T-2, T-3”) number following the
compliance statement. See AFI 33-360, Publications and Forms Management, for a description
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of the authorities associated with the Tier numbers. Submit requests for waivers through the chain
of command to the appropriate Tier waiver approval authority, or alternately, to the OPR for non-
tiered compliance items.

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

This document has been substantially revised and must be completely reviewed

Chapter 1—GENERAL GUIDANCE 4

1.1. Roles and Responsibilities: ...................................................................................... 4

1.2. Phases of Training: Note: ........................................................................................ 4

1.3. Aircrew Graduate Evaluation Program. ................................................................. 5

Chapter 2—INITIAL QUALIFICATION TRAINING (IQT) 6

2.1. General Information. .............................................................................................. 6

2.2. Prerequisites. .......................................................................................................... 6

2.3. Ground Training. ................................................................................................... 6

2.4. Flying Training. ..................................................................................................... 6

2.5. Basic Aircraft Requalification Training. ................................................................ 6

2.6. Conversion and/or Difference Qualification. ......................................................... 6

2.7. Multiple Qualifications. ......................................................................................... 7

2.8. Senior Officers Qualifications. .............................................................................. 7

Chapter 3—MISSION QUALIFICATION TRAINING (MQT) 8

3.1. General. .................................................................................................................. 8

Chapter 4—CONTINUATION TRAINING (CT) 9

4.1. General Information. .............................................................................................. 9

4.2. Training Cycle. ...................................................................................................... 9

4.3. CT Administration: .................................................................................................. 9

4.4. Minimum Training Requirements. ......................................................................... 10

Table 4.1. Aircrew Minimum Requirements Table. ................................................................. 10

4.5. Flying Training. ..................................................................................................... 12

Table 4.2. T-38 Pilot Currencies. .............................................................................................. 12

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4.6. Special Categories: .................................................................................................. 13

Chapter 5—SPECIALIZED TRAINING PROGRAMS 15

5.1. Overview. ............................................................................................................... 15

5.2. Instructor Upgrade. ................................................................................................ 15

5.3. Night Landing Qualification Training: .................................................................... 15

5.4. Formation and/or Flight Lead Upgrade. ................................................................ 15

5.5. Low Altitude Training Upgrade. ............................................................................ 15

5.6. Functional Check Flight Training. ......................................................................... 15

Attachment 1—GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 16

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Chapter 1

GENERAL GUIDANCE

1.1. Roles and Responsibilities:

1.1.1. 19 AF/DO personnel will:
1.1.1.1. Review and revise guidance herein as required in conjunction with 19 AF/DOU.
(T-2).
1.1.1.2. Host annual conferences to review ground and flying training requirements and
programs for applicable units. (T-2). Conference participants will include 19 AF/DOV
and other applicable MAJCOM representatives. (T-2).
1.1.1.3. Review subordinate unit training programs. (T-2).
1.1.1.4. Review unit training waivers and semi-annual training deficiencies. (T-2).
1.1.2. Wing and Group Commanders will:
1.1.2.1. Help subordinate units manage training programs, ensure programs meet unit
needs, and provide necessary staff support. (T-2).
1.1.2.2. Develop programs to ensure training objectives are met. (T-2).
1.1.2.3. Forward copies of unit training programs and unit supplements that expand on the
minimum guidelines of this manual and subsequent changes as directed by 19 AF/DOU
for review. (T-2).
1.1.2.4. Review programs and supplements annually. (T-2).
1.1.3. Individual Aircrew Members will:
1.1.3.1. Hand-carry all available training records to assist the gaining unit in assessing
certifications and training requirements. (T-3).
1.1.3.2. Complete training requirements and maintaining currencies within the guidelines
of this manual. (T-2).
1.1.3.3. Participate only in ground and flying activities for which they are adequately
prepared, trained, qualified, certified and current unless the activity is part of an upgrade
or program leading to qualification or certification, or for regaining currency. (T-2).
1.2. Phases of Training: Note: All references to “days” in this publication are to “calendar
days” unless specifically noted otherwise:
1.2.1. Initial Qualification Training (IQT). This training is necessary to qualify aircrew
for duties in the T-38 aircraft. See Chapter 2 for IQT program requirements. The maximum
completion time for IQT will be in accordance with the applicable IQT syllabus. (T-2).
1.2.2. Mission Qualification Training (MQT). This training is necessary to qualify aircrew
for specific unit mission or local area requirements and may be incorporated in MAJCOM-
approved IQT syllabi. See Chapter 3 for MQT requirements.
1.2.3. Continuation Training (CT). This training is necessary for qualified aircrew to
maintain their assigned level of proficiency and/or increase flight qualifications. It provides
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minimum ground and flight training event requirements. This training is also necessary to
develop the instructor pilot (IP) force and certify pilots in specific unit or local area
requirements. Individual aircrew CT requirements are based on unit assignment as
inexperienced or experienced. See Chapter 4 for CT program requirements. Using
MAJCOMs will detail their CT program in their MAJCOM supplement and squadron
commanders will designate all pilots as experienced or inexperienced, as follows: (T-2).
1.2.3.1. Experienced Aircrew. For the purposes of this manual, the wing commander,
wing vice commander, operations group commander (OG/CC), deputy OG/CC, squadron
commander, and squadron operations officer are designated as experienced aircrew. If
Using MAJCOMs choose to expand this definition, it will include the definition of
“experienced” aircrew in their MAJCOM supplement. (T-2). Document experienced
designation on the AF Form 4348, USAF Aircrew Certifications or unit certification
document in accordance with AFI 11-202, V2, Aircrew Standardization/Evaluation
Program.
1.2.3.2. Inexperienced Aircrew. Aircrew who do not qualify as experienced or who are
not certified as such by the squadron commander are considered inexperienced. Aircrew
designated as inexperienced will progress through a program managed by the flight
commander to develop sound flying and instructional skills. (T-2). Flight commanders
will tailor each program based on the aircrew’s past flying experience and performance
during IQT and MQT. (T-2). No time limit is established to transition from inexperienced
to experienced.
1.2.4. Specialized/Certification Training. This training is necessary to carry out the unit’s
assigned missions, but is not required of every crewmember. Examples of specialized training
include, but are not limited to, stall pilot, and functional check flight pilot. Individuals selected
for training will accomplish appropriate formal course training to certify in these specialized
areas, or comply with locally developed syllabi and squadron-developed training programs in
accordance with Chapter 5. (T-2).
1.2.5. Night Vision Goggles Training. Night vision goggles training is not authorized.
1.3. Aircrew Graduate Evaluation Program. Refer to the appropriate formal course syllabus
or command directive for aircrew graduate evaluation procedures.
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Chapter 2

INITIAL QUALIFICATION TRAINING (IQT)

2.1. General Information. This chapter outlines the IQT program for the T-38. The primary
method of initial qualification is to attend and complete the appropriate formal training course
listed in education and training course announcement (ETCA), available at
https://etca.randolph.af.mil. Completing the appropriate formal course satisfies basic
qualification training requirements. In accordance with AFMAN 11-202, V1, when attendance is
not practical or quotas are not available, units will request waivers from the MAJCOM/A3 to
conduct in-unit qualification training, using formal school courseware.
2.1.1. Upon completion of the IQT program, aircrew will be qualified in accordance with AFI
11-202, V2; and AFMAN 11-2T-38, V2, T-38 Aircrew Evaluation Criteria.
2.1.2. Except for unusual circumstances, aircrew members undergoing qualification training
will receive ground and flight instruction with minimum interruption and complete training
within the time specified by the syllabus. (T-2). Aircrew members undergoing qualification
training will not be utilized in unit jobs or other duties until the completion of training. (T-2).
(Exception: Students enrolled in Pilot Instructor Training (PIT) or PIT Theater Indoctrination
(TI) may serve as runway supervisory unit (RSU) observers after their instrument/qualification
check.) Failure to complete training within the specified time limit requires notifying the
gaining wing commander of the aircrew’s name, grade, reason for delay, planned actions, and
estimated completion date.
2.1.3. Completion of IQT qualifies pilots to act as pilot-in-command of the model (T-38A/B
or T-38C) the instrument/qualification evaluation was accomplished in.
2.2. Prerequisites. For listings of formal training courses or administrative and reporting
requirements see the ETCA. The formal course syllabi list waiver authorities for course entry
prerequisites. Before entering IQT, each aircrew member must comply with prerequisites of the
appropriate formal course training syllabus and AFMAN 11-202, V1. (T-2). In addition, all
personnel maintaining flying status will meet the physical examination; physiological training;
survival, evasion, resistance, and escape training requirements in AFMAN 11-202, V1; and
centrifuge training in accordance with AFMAN 11-404, Fighter Aircrew Acceleration Training
Program, before flying. (T-2).
2.3. Ground Training. Ground training will follow the current formal course syllabus flow, but
may be tailored to the individual’s background and experience as well as local conditions. (T-2).
2.4. Flying Training. Formal course syllabus mission objectives and tasks are minimum
requirements for IQT. Additional training is available within the constraints of the formal course
syllabus. Pilots may satisfy MQT and upgrade training requirements during IQT if the appropriate
IP is available and the formal course training allows it.
2.5. Basic Aircraft Requalification Training. Follow the requalification guidance in AFMAN
11-202, V1, and paragraph 4.5.2 along with its sub-paragraphs of this manual.
2.6. Conversion and/or Difference Qualification. Conversion qualification follows the
guidance in this chapter and the formal course conversion syllabus. Difference training is
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authorized for pilots converting from the T-38C to the T-38A/B or vice-versa. MAJCOMs will
provide difference training guidance. (T-2).
2.7. Multiple Qualifications. Qualification in more than one mission design series is authorized
according to AFMAN 11-202, V1. (Note: Multiple qualifications are not authorized for general
officers.) Multiple qualifications require completion of IQT as specified in this chapter.
2.8. Senior Officers Qualifications. Senior Officers’ (colonel selects and above) training will
follow the appropriate formal course syllabus and comply with guidance provided in AFI 11-401,
Aviation Management, and AFMAN 11-202, V1. (T-2).
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Chapter 3

MISSION QUALIFICATION TRAINING (MQT)

3.1. General. Using MAJCOMs will determine MQT requirements.

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Chapter 4

CONTINUATION TRAINING (CT)

4.1. General Information. This chapter outlines minimum ground and flying training
requirements for T-38 aircrew CT. There are two aspects of CT. The first consists of aircrew
training in the basic flying skills, which ensures safe operation of the aircraft. The second consists
of specific mission-related training required to accomplish the unit's assigned missions or taskings.
Taskings may be locally generated or higher headquarters directed. All CT will be maintained in
the Aviation Resource Management System database in accordance with AFMAN 11-202, V1 and
AFMAN 11-421, Aviation Resource Management. Completion and tracking of continuation
training is ultimately the responsibility of the individual crewmember. Using MAJCOMs will
define additional currencies and requirements in their MAJCOM supplement. (T-2).
4.2. Training Cycle. Using MAJCOMs will define the training cycles in their MAJCOM
supplement. (T-2).
4.3. CT Administration:
4.3.1. Quarterly CT Meetings:
4.3.1.1. Squadron commanders will direct and supervise quarterly CT meetings for
aircrew members. (T-2). The purpose of these meetings is to discuss standardization,
safety, mission-related topics, instructional techniques, grading practices, and to increase
general knowledge. A cockpit/crew resource management (CRM) topic or scenario should
be discussed in each CT meeting referring to core concepts from AFI 11-290,
Cockpit/Crew Resource Management Program.
4.3.1.2. Attendance at CT meetings is mandatory. The unit will determine a method to
track attendance as part of the go/no-go process for flight. (T-2). Individuals not available
for CT meetings will read the meeting minutes or be briefed by an operations supervisor
before their first flight of the next quarter. (T-2).
4.3.2. Requirements. MAJCOMs may add to the minimum annual or semi-annual
requirements listed in this chapter. Squadron commanders will approve profiles for all
required CT sorties. (T-2). Profiles will detail the minimum events and currency items to be
accomplished on the sortie (for example, aircraft handling characteristics maneuvers,
approaches, or emergency patterns and landings). (T-2). Sorties and events accomplished
during MQT may be credited toward CT requirements (ground and flying events) for the
training cycle in which they were accomplished. Before an aircrew member who fails to meet
minimum CT requirements may fly in the new training cycle, the OG/CC will determine if
additional training is required. (T-2). (Note: Additional training may be required, depending
on the type and magnitude of the deficiency.)
4.3.3. Prorating End-of-Cycle Requirements. At the end of the training cycle, the
squadron commander may prorate training requirements, for aircrew members who were not
available for flying duties according to AFMAN 11-202, V1. Round off prorated numbers
resulting in fractions of less than 1/2 to the next lower whole number, but prorate no
requirement below 1.
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4.3.4. Failure to Complete Annual and Semiannual CT Requirements. Aircrew

members who fail to maintain training requirements according to Table 4.1, Table 4.2,
additional MAJCOM flying or ground requirements, and minimum mission ready, basic
mission capable or basic aircraft qualification (BAQ) CT requirements according to AFMAN
11-202, V1, will be placed in non-mission ready (NMR) or non-basic aircraft qualified (N-
BAQ) status as applicable. (T-2). Aircrew members will not fly in the new training cycle until
the OG/CC determines the cause of the deficiency and whether additional training is required.
(T-2).
4.3.5. Multiple Qualifications. MAJCOMs will specify which sorties and events flown in
other aircraft may be used to satisfy T-38 sortie, event, and currency requirements in their
MAJCOM supplement. (T-2).
4.4. Minimum Training Requirements. Training accomplished during IQT, MQT, TI, and
Buddy Instructor Program training may be credited toward CT requirements for the training cycle
in which it was accomplished. AFMAN 11-202, V1, and Table 4.1 establish aircrew minimum
training requirements. (T-2). Using MAJCOMs may specify additional ground training
requirements in their MAJCOM supplement. For ancillary, readiness, mobility, and other training
requirements, refer to the Advanced Distributed Learning Service website.

Table 4.1. Aircrew Minimum Requirements Table.

I A B C D E
T
E Status if
M Frequency overdue
Subject (Note 1) (Note 2) Prescribing Directive Grounding (Note 3)
1 Flight Physical 455 days AFI 44-170/AFI 48-123 N-BAQ
2 Physiological Training 60 months AFI 11-403 N-BAQ
3 Emergency egress
training, ejection seat AFMAN 11-202, V1 Yes N-BAQ
(LL02)
12 months
4 Emergency
parachuting training AFI 16-1301 N-BAQ
(SS06)
5 Instrument/Qual N-BAQ
Evaluation 17 months AFI 11-202, V2
6 Mission Evaluation No NMR
7 CRM continuation Note 4 AFI 11-290 N-BAQ
training (Note 4)
8 Aircrew flight One time/
equipment Yes N-BAQ
assignment
familiarization (LL01)
AFMAN 11-202, V1
9 Aircrew flight
equipment training 12 months No N-BAQ
(LL06)
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10 Aircrew Flight
Equipment Fit Check 4 months Yes N/A
(LL07)
11 Local area survival One time/
training (SS01) assignment Yes N-BAQ
(Note 5) AFI 16-1301
12 Water survival Note 6 Note 6 Note 6
training (SS05)
13 Instrument refresher 17 Months AFMAN 11-210 No N-BAQ
course
14 Boldface and Yes
operations limits Monthly This AFMAN Note 7
(Note 7)
testing
15 Flight Surgeon
Written Exam (Note 17 months AFI 11-202, V2 Yes N-BAQ
8)
16 Centrifuge Training One time No
AFMAN 11-404 N-BAQ
(Note 9) (note 9)
17 Marshalling Exam One time/
assignment AFMAN 11-218 No NMR
(Note 10)
18 Air Card Training 36 months
AFI 11-253 No NMR
(Note 11)
Notes:
1. This is a consolidated list. Units will comply with grounding/frequency requirements of most
restrictive guidance when differences exist between this AFI and prescribing directives. (T-2).
2. n Months – Expires at the end of the last day of the nth calendar month after last accomplished.
For example, if last accomplished 10 Jan 16, expires on 31 Jan 17, overdue on 1 Feb 17.
3. See paragraph 4.3.4.1.
4. MAJCOM’s determine frequency. For multiple-qualified T-38 pilots, accomplishment of
annual CRM CT in their primary aircraft fulfills the T-38 annual CRM CT requirement in this
table. For Flight Surgeons, CRM is a one-time requirement in the primary assigned aircraft.
5. Visiting aircrew are required to be trained on unique/local Aircrew Flight Equipment & local
area survival requirements to include equipment configurations and individual survival
components/scenarios. (T-2). Once accomplished on the initial TDY at each location, this
training is current for the duration of the assignment.
6. Units required to conduct routine over-water flights will maintain water survival training
currency. (T-2). An over-water flight is defined as a flight in which the aircraft is flown outside
the safe glide ratio to land at any time during the flight. Aircrew non-current in water survival
training must accomplish water survival training prior to conducting over-water flight. Reference
AFI 16-1301 and MAJCOM Supplements.
7. Required before the first flight of the month. (T-2). An unsatisfactory boldface exam will
result in grounding until successful re-accomplishment. (T-2). Ops limits exams are correctable
to 100 percent.
8. Flight Surgeons only.
9. Refresher training is designed for aircrew reassigned to the T-38 following a non-flying
assignment or converting from a non-sustained high-G aircraft or lower-G sustained aircraft to the
T-38. See AFMAN 11-404, Chapter 5, for more guidance on refresher training.
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10. N/A if tested at a formal school within the previous 6 months.

11. Complete initial AIR Card user training before using the card.
Cited publications: AFI 11-403, Aerospace Physiological Training Program; AFI 16-1301,
Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) Program; AFI 44-170, Preventive Health
Assessment; AFI 48-123, Medical Examinations and Standards; AFMAN 11-210, Instrument
Refresher Program (IRP); AFMAN 11-218, Aircraft Operations and Movement on the Ground.

4.5. Flying Training. All pilots will maintain currency requirements as applicable in Table 4.2.
(T-2). Units will document OG/CC reviews of training cycle shortfalls and additional training
requirements in the individual’s training folder. (T-2). Using MAJCOMs may specify additional
events or sortie currencies in their MAJCOM supplement.

Table 4.2. T-38 Pilot Currencies.

Event or Sortie Inexperienced Experienced Affects BAQ? Notes
Landing Yes 1
30 45
Instrument Approach 2
IP RCP Landing 60 No 3
90
IP RCP Night Landing 90 3, 4
Notes:
1. See paragraph 4.5.2.1. of this manual.
2. Instrument approach currency may be updated from either cockpit when an instrument
approach is flown at day, night, or during actual instrument meteorological conditions. Non-
qualified instrument pilots will only gain/regain currency in simulated or actual meteorological
condition with a qualified safety observer as a crewmember. (T-2). MAJCOMs will determine
limitations when instrument approach currency is expired. (T-2).
3. Rear cockpit (RCP) landings update both RCP landing currency and landing currency.
Front cockpit landing currency is good day or night.
4. Accomplish night landings between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of
morning civil twilight. (T-2). To regain RCP night landing currency, three night landings
must be accomplished from the RCP and the front cockpit must be qualified (not necessarily
current) in front cockpit and RCP night landings. (T-2). See paragraph 5.3. of this manual.
4.5.1. Restrictions. Pilots will not fly sorties, events, mission, and currency items in which
they are not qualified, current, and certified. (T-2). First pilots will not fly simulated
emergency patterns, touch-and-goes, traffic pattern stalls, formation, or low-level without a
current IP at a set of controls. (T-2). Exception: First pilots enrolled in a formal Air Education
and Training Command course of training (i.e., PIT), or First pilots flying sorties during Wing
Theater Indoctrination training, are exempt from these restrictions. In these cases, formation
sorties will be performed under the direct supervision of an IP in the other formation aircraft.
(T-2).
4.5.2. Currency and Recurrency. Unless otherwise restricted, pilots may log and update
currencies during any sortie (including student sorties) if the maneuver or item is demonstrated.
Pilots must log all flying currencies/events in the aircraft. (T-2). If a pilot loses an event
currency, the pilot will not perform that event except for the purpose of regaining currency
under the supervision of a current and qualified instructor. (T-2). Unless otherwise specified
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in this manual, supervisory requirements pertaining to recurrency may be satisfied in the flight
position that offers the best control of the mission, as determined by the squadron commander.
4.5.2.1. Landing Currency. Landing currency, in accordance with Table 4.2, is
required to maintain basic aircraft qualification (BAQ). (T-2). Currency may be regained
by flying at least three satisfactory landings with a landing-current IP. A landing from
either the front cockpit or RCP updates landing currency. Loss of landing currency
exceeding 90 days requires the following action: (Note: Timing starts from date of last
landing.)
4.5.2.1.1. For 91 through 135 days. Same as paragraph 4.5.2.1, plus an instructor-
supervised emergency procedure and instrument review session (normal, emergency,
and instrument procedures). (T-2).
4.5.2.1.2. For 136 through 210 days (to 225 days Experienced). Same as paragraph
4.5.2.1 and paragraph 4.5.2.1.1, plus a recurrency flight (in accordance with
paragraph 4.5.2.1), qualification written examinations, and an emergency procedures
evaluation. (T-2). AF Form 8, Certificate of Aircrew Qualification, documentation is
not required.
4.5.2.1.3. For 226 days up to 39 months at the end of a nonflying assignment or 48
months at the end of any active flying assignment. For basic aircraft requalification,
accomplish items in paragraph 4.5.2.1, paragraph 4.5.2.1.1 and paragraph
4.5.2.1.2, plus a locally administered qualification program approved by the OG/CC,
to include an instrument or qualification evaluation. (T-2).
4.5.2.1.4. For periods of time greater than paragraph 4.5.2.1.3. Accomplish basic
aircraft requalification in accordance with AFMAN 11-202, V1, and accomplish
instructor/mission requalification according to MAJCOM direction. (T-2).
4.6. Special Categories:
4.6.1. Loss of Instructor Qualification and Requalification. An instructor will be
unqualified for:
4.6.1.1. Cause in accordance with AFI 11-202, V2. (T-2).
4.6.1.2. A failed flight evaluation. (T-2). To regain instructor status, an instructor must
successfully complete a flight evaluation in accordance with AFI 11-202, V2. (T-2).
4.6.1.3. A failed qualification or instrument written examination. (T-2). To regain
instructor status, an instructor must successfully re-accomplish the written examination.
(T-2).
4.6.2. Demanding Sortie. MAJCOMs will list sorties or events requiring demanding sortie
currency in their MAJCOM supplement. (T-2). Aircrew who do not have demanding sortie
or event currency will not participate in demanding sorties without the proper level of
supervision as determined by the squadron commander. (T-2).
4.6.3. Flight Surgeon. Flight Surgeons will accomplish ground-training requirements in
accordance with Table 4.1 of this manual. (T-2). Flight Surgeons will accomplish a written
evaluation every 17 months in accordance with AFI 11-202, V2 and CT flying requirements
in accordance with AFMAN 11-202, V1. (T-2).
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4.6.4. Higher Headquarters Aircrew Position Indicator 8 Aircrew. For training other than
that conducted in support of a formal inspection, higher headquarters personnel will coordinate
with the supporting unit as follows:
4.6.4.1. Aircrew will ensure appropriate Aviation Resource Management System data is
maintained and provided in accordance with AFI 11-401. (T-3).
4.6.4.2. Units will review the qualifications and currencies of higher headquarters-
assigned aircrew before authorizing them to fly. (T-2). Units will evaluate the demands
of each mission scenario and ensure higher headquarters-assigned aircrew ability and
proficiency will not be exceeded. (T-2).
4.6.4.3. Aircrew will submit qualification and authorization documentation to the
supporting squadron commander or operations officer prior to flying with that squadron.
(T-2).
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Chapter 5

SPECIALIZED TRAINING PROGRAMS

5.1. Overview. This chapter outlines upgrade training programs for special capabilities and
qualifications. These programs are intended to provide a basic starting point and may need to be
modified by the squadron commander, based on the unit’s requirements and the aircrew’s previous
experience, qualifications, and documented performance. Unless governed by a formal course
syllabus, ground and device training for these programs will consist of unit-developed academics
and scenarios. (T-2). Flight training will be conducted in accordance with a program approved
by the squadron commander. (T-2). Using MAJCOMs may specify additional specialized training
programs in their MAJCOM supplement.
5.2. Instructor Upgrade. Follow a MAJCOM-approved formal course syllabus. (T-2).
5.3. Night Landing Qualification Training:
5.3.1. Spatial Disorientation Ground Training. Spatial disorientation ground training will
consist of both a briefing and a training system demonstration that focus on prevention,
recognition and recovery. (T-2). Spatial disorientation briefing requirements are met by
currency in the instrument refresher course. If spatial disorientation training system is not
available, ground training may consist of a briefing only, but special emphasis on spatial
disorientation prevention, recognition and recovery will be made during the briefing. (T-2).
5.3.2. Flying Training. For initial qualification, an IP qualified in RCP night landings will
occupy the front cockpit. (T-2). The IP being night qualified will accomplish a minimum of
three RCP landings. (T-2). Night landings to gain or regain night landing qualification will
be accomplished between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of morning civil
twilight. (T-2).
5.4. Formation and/or Flight Lead Upgrade. Using MAJCOMs will publish formation and/or
flight lead training programs in their MAJCOM supplement. (T-2). Completion of a formal course
syllabus may satisfy this requirement.
5.5. Low Altitude Training Upgrade. Using MAJCOMs will publish low altitude upgrade
programs in their MAJCOM supplement. (T-2). Completion of a formal course syllabus may
satisfy this requirement.
5.6. Functional Check Flight Training. MAJCOMs will publish functional check flight pilot
training requirements in their MAJCOM supplements. (T-2).

MARK D. KELLY, Lt Gen, USAF

Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations
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Attachment 1
GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION

References
AFPD 11-2, Aircrew Operations, 31 January 2019
AFI 11-200, Aircrew Training, Standardization/ Evaluation, and General Operations Structure,
21 September 2018
AFI 11-202, V2, Aircrew Standardization/Evaluation Program, 6 December 2018
AFI 11-202, V3, General Flight Rules, 10 August 2016
AFI 11-214, Air Operations Rules and Procedures, 14 August 2012
AFI 11-253, Managing Off-Station Purchases of Aviation Fuel and Ground Services, 19 August
2013
AFI 11-290, Cockpit/Crew Resource Management Program, 15 October 2012
AFI 11-401, Aviation Management, 10 December 2010
AFI 11-403, Aerospace Physiological Training Program, 30 November 2012
AFI 16-1301, Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape Program, 3 August 2017
AFI 33-360, Publications and Forms Management, 1 December 2015
AFI 44-170, Preventive Health Assessment, 30 January 2014
AFI 48-123, Medical Examinations and Standards, 5 November 2013
AFMAN 11-2T-38, V2, T-38 Aircrew Evaluation Criteria, 14 May 2020
AFMAN 11-202, V1, Aircrew Training, 27 September 2019
AFMAN 11-210, Instrument Refresher Program (IRP), 4 October 2019
AFMAN 11-218, Aircraft Operations and Movement on the Ground, 5 April 2019
AFMAN 11-404, Fighter Aircrew Acceleration Training Program, 27 November 2019
AFMAN 11-421, Aviation Resource Management, 23 March 2020
AFI 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program, 23 March 2020

Adopted Forms
AF Form 8, Certificate of Aircrew Qualification
AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication
AF Form 4348, USAF Aircrew Certifications

Abbreviations and Acronyms

AFPD—Air Force Policy Directive
AFI—Air Force Instruction
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AFMAN—Air Force Manual

BAQ—basic aircraft qualification
CRM—cockpit/crew resource management
CT—continuation training
ETCA—education and training course announcement
IP—instructor pilot
IQT—initial qualification training
MAJCOM—major command
MQT—mission qualification training
N-BAQ—non-basic aircraft qualified
NMR—--non-mission ready
OG/CC—operations group commander
OPR—Office of primary responsibility
PIT—Pilot Instructor Training
RCP—rear cockpit
RSU—Runway Supervisory Unit
TI—Theater Indoctrination

Terms
Aircraft handling characteristics—Training for proficiency in utilization and exploitation of the
aircraft flight envelope, consistent with operational and safety constraints, that includes (but is not
limited to) high or maximum angle of attack maneuvering, energy management, minimum time
turns, maximum or optimum acceleration, deceleration techniques, and confidence maneuvers
(AFI 11-214, Air Operations Rules and Procedures).
Basic aircraft qualification—An aircrew member who has satisfactorily completed training
prescribed to maintain the skills necessary to perform aircrew duties in the unit aircraft. (AFMAN
11-202, Vol. 1)
Continuation training (CT)—The program that provides crew members with the volume,
frequency, and mix of training necessary to maintain proficiency in the assigned qualification
level.
Currency—A measure of how frequently and/or recently a task is completed. Currency
requirements should ensure the average aircrew member maintains a minimum level of proficiency
in a given event.
Emergency procedures evaluation—An evaluation of aircrew knowledge and responsiveness to
critical and noncritical emergency procedures conducted by a Standardization and Evaluation
flight examiner orally or in a cockpit training device.
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Experienced—Aircrew who meet the experience qualifications defined in MAJCOM

supplements (see inexperienced).
Flight lead—As designated on flight orders, the individual responsible for overall conduct of the
mission from preflight preparation and briefing to postflight debriefing, regardless of his or her
actual position within the formation. A certified four-ship flight lead may lead formations and
missions in excess of four aircraft unless restricted by the unit commander. A two-ship flight lead
may lead an element in a larger formation.
Formal course—Training courses listed in Air Force ETCA.
Inexperienced—Aircrew who do not qualify as experienced or are not certified as such by the
squadron commander (see experienced).
Initial qualification—An aircrew member engaged in training needed to qualify for basic aircrew
duties in an assigned position for a specific aircraft, without regard for the unit's operational
mission.
Initial qualification training (IQT)—Training needed to qualify for basic aircrew duties in an
assigned position for a specific aircraft, without regard for the unit’s operational mission. This
training is the minimum requirement for BAQ.
Low altitude training—Mission-oriented operations in the certified low-altitude block (500 feet
to 1,000 feet above ground level).
Mission qualification—An aircrew member engaged in training to qualify in an assigned aircrew
position to perform a command or unit mission.
Night—The time between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of morning civil
twilight, as published in the American Air Almanac, converted to local time (AFI 11-202V3).
Night landing—A landing conducted between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning
of morning civil twilight.
Night sortie—A sortie in which either a takeoff or a landing and at least 50 percent of flight
duration is accomplish between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of morning
civil twilight.
Proficiency—A measure of how well a task is completed. Aircrew members are considered
proficient when they can perform tasks at the minimum acceptable levels of speed, accuracy, and
safety (AFMAN 11-202, V1).