Attachment 3 - AFMAN 36-2655.pdf

BY ORDER OF THE

SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE

AIR FORCE MANUAL 36-2655

17 APRIL 2020

Personnel

USAF SMALL ARMS AND LIGHT

WEAPONS QUALIFICATION

PROGRAMS

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available for downloading or ordering on the e-Publishing website at www.e-Publishing.af.mil.

RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication.

OPR: AF/A4SF

Supersedes: AFMAN36-2655, 12 August 2016

Certified by: SAF/MR

(Mr. John A. Fedrigo)

Pages: 310

This manual implements Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2654, Combat Arms Program. This publication applies to civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, Air

National Guard, and Air Force Reserve. This publication requires the collection and/or maintenance of information protected by the Privacy Act of 1974 authorized by Title 10 U.S.C.

9013, Secretary of the Air Force: Powers and duties; Department of Defense Manual 5200.02, Procedures for the DoD Personnel Security Program; Air Force Instruction 33-332, Air Force

Privacy and Civil Liberties Program; and E.O. 9397 (Social Security Number), as amended.

Forms affected by the PA have an appropriate PA statement. Ensure all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual

33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records

Disposition Schedule located in the Air Force Records Information Management System. This manual provides guidance and procedures for rifle, handgun, shotgun, grenade launcher, anti-armor weapon, submachine gun, automatic rifle, and machine gun training programs. This program develops individual and crew-served ground-weapons skills. In collaboration with the

Chief of Air Force Reserve (AF/RE) and the Director of the Air National Guard (NGB/CF), the

Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services (AF/A1) develops policy for the Air

Force Combat Arms Program. This publication may not be supplemented at any level. Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility

(OPR) using the AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route AF Forms 847 from the field through the appropriate functional chain of command. The authorities to waive wing or unit level requirements in this publication 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 http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/

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Management, for a description 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 requestor’s commander for non-tiered compliance items. The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by the Air Force.

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

This document is substantially revised and must be completely reviewed. This revision adds guidance for an alternate qualification training option for night fire training on the Rifle/Carbine

Air Force Qualification Course (AFQC) when units are unable to complete the standard training using ball ammunition at paragraph 2.15. It also adds the Group C AFQC for rifle/carbine qualification of Air Force accessions and Group C personnel. Additionally, guidance is added for the Aircrew Self-Defense Weapon (ASDW) and the SKYNET ™ shotgun qualification. The

Sharpshooter AFQC has been removed and the Advanced Designated Marksman AFQC has been updated. Note: All references to the Security Forces Management Information System (SFMIS) have been replaced with the Automated Readiness Information System (ARIS).

Chapter 1—OVERVIEW OF PROGRAM AND RESPONSIBILITIES 11

1.1. Overview

1.2. Documentation of Training

1.3. Waiver Approval Authority

1.4. Responsibilities

Chapter 2—RIFLE/CARBINE TRAINING PROGRAM 14

2.1. Rifle/Carbine AFQC

2.2. Training Overview

2.3. Instructor Guidelines

2.4. Rifle/Carbine Qualification Plan of Instruction

2.5. Training Goal

2.6. Training Objectives

Table 2.1. Rifle/Carbine Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO)

2.7. Air Force Qualification Course

2.8. Training Objectives AFQC

2.9. Recommended Sequence of Events

2.10. Administrative Requirements

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Table 2.2. Rifle/Carbine AFQC of Fire

2.11. Course Information, Rifle/Carbine AFQC

2.12. General Course Guidance Rifle/Carbine AFQC:

2.13. Course Notes Rifle/Carbine AFQC:

Table 2.3. Rifle/Carbine AFQC Quick Reference

Figure 2.1. Target Rifle/Carbine AFQC Tables II and III

Figure 2.2. Target Rifle/Carbine AFQC Table II, Phase II, Orders 4 and 5, & Table II, Phase

IV, Orders 1 and 2

2.14. Group C AFQC Rifle/Carbine Training Program

Table 2.4. Group C Rifle/Carbine Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives

(ITO)

Table 2.5. Group C Rifle/Carbine AFQC of Fire

Table 2.6. Arming Group C Rifle/Carbine AFQC Quick Reference

2.15. ALTERNATE RIFLE/CARBINE AFQC TABLE III (CCMCK OPTION)

Table 2.7. Alternate Rifle/Carbine AFQC Table III

Chapter 3—HANDGUN TRAINING PROGRAM 95

3.1. Handgun AFQC

3.2. Training Overview

3.3. Instructor Guidelines

3.4. Handgun Qualification Plan of Instruction

3.5. Training Goal

3.6. Training Objectives AFQC

Table 3.1. Handgun Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO)

3.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

3.8. Administrative Requirements

3.9. Handgun Orientation Course

3.10. Basic Arms Training (BAT) Course

Table 3.2. Handgun Firing Requirements, Handgun AFQC

3.11. Course Information, Handgun AFQC

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Figure 3.1. Circle Template for Handgun Targets

Chapter 4—HANDGUN BASIC ARMS TRAINING (BAT) COURSE TRAINING

PROGRAM 110

4.1. Basic Arms Training (BAT) Course:

4.2. Training Overview

4.3. Instructor Guidelines

4.4. Handgun BAT Course Qualification Plan of Instruction

4.5. Training Goal

4.6. Training Objectives BAT Course

Table 4.1. Handgun BAT Course Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives

4.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

4.8. Administrative Requirements

Table 4.2. Handgun Firing Requirements, Handgun Basic Arms Training (BAT) Course

4.9. Course Information, Handgun Basic Arms Training (BAT) Course

Figure 4.1. Denver Police Training Target

Figure 4.2. Modified Military “E” Target

Chapter 5—SHOTGUN TRAINING PROGRAM 125

5.1. Shotgun AFQC

5.2. Training Overview

5.3. Instructor Guidelines

5.4. Shotgun Qualification Plan of Instruction

5.5. Training Goal

5.6. Training Objectives AFQC

Table 5.1. Shotgun Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO)

5.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

5.8. Administrative Requirements

Table 5.2. Shotgun Firing Requirements, Shotgun AFQC

5.9. Course Information, Shotgun AFQC

5.10. Positions:

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5.11. SKYNET TM Drone Defense Training

Table 5.3. SKYNET ™ Drone Defense AFQC

Figure 5.1. Shotgun Non-Lethal Target

Chapter 6—40MM GRENADE LAUNCHER TRAINING PROGRAM 137

6.1. Grenade Launcher AFQC

6.2. Training Overview

6.3. Instructor Guidelines

6.4. Grenade Launcher Qualification Plan of Instruction

6.5. Training Goal

6.6. Training Objectives AFQC

Table 6.1. Grenade Launcher Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO). .. 139

6.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

6.8. Administrative Requirements

Table 6.2. Grenade Launcher Firing Requirements, Grenade Launcher AFQC

6.9. Course Information, Grenade Launcher AFQC

Figure 6.1. Grenade Launcher Non-Lethal Target

Chapter 7—LIGHT ANTI-ARMOR WEAPONS (LAW) TRAINING PROGRAM 153

7.1. Light Anti-armor Weapons AFQC

7.2. Training Overview

7.3. Instructor Guidelines

7.4. Light Anti-armor Weapons Qualification Plan of Instruction

7.5. Training Goal

7.6. Training Objectives AFQC

Table 7.1. Light Anti-armor Weapon Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives

(ITO)

7.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

7.8. Administrative Requirements

Table 7.2. Light Anti-armor Weapon Firing Requirements, AFQC

7.9. Course Information, Light Anti-armor Weapons AFQC

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Chapter 8—SUBMACHINE GUN TRAINING PROGRAM 159

8.1. Submachine Gun AFQC

8.2. Training Overview

8.3. Instructor Guidelines

8.4. Submachine Gun Qualification Plan of Instruction

8.5. Training Goal

8.6. Training Objectives AFQC

Table 8.1. Submachine Gun Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO)

8.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

8.8. Administrative Requirements

8.9. Course Information, Submachine Gun AFQC

Table 8.2. Submachine Gun Firing Requirements, AFQC

Chapter 9—M249 AUTOMATIC RIFLE TRAINING PROGRAM 167

9.1. M249 Automatic Rifle AFQC

9.2. Training Overview

9.3. Instructor Guidelines

9.4. M249 Qualification Plan of Instruction

9.5. Training Goal

9.6. Training Objectives AFQC

Table 9.1. M249 Automatic Rifle Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives

(ITO)

9.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

9.8. Administrative Requirements

Table 9.2. M249 Automatic Rifle Firing Requirements, AFQC (Full Distance)

9.9. Course Information, M249 AFQC (Full Distance)

Table 9.3. M249 Automatic Rifle Firing Requirements, AFQC (10-Meter)

9.10. Course Information, M249 AFQC (10-Meter)

Chapter 10—M107 RIFLE TRAINING PROGRAM 182

10.1. M107 Rifle AFQC

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10.2. Training Overview

10.3. Instructor Guidelines

10.4. M107 Rifle Qualification Plan of Instruction

10.5. Training Goal

10.6. Training Objectives AFQC

Table 10.1. M107 Rifle AFQC Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO). . 183

10.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

10.8. Administrative Requirements

Table 10.2. M107 AFQC

10.9. Course Information, M107 Rifle AFQC

Figure 10.1. M107 AFQC Target and Scoring

10.10. Target Information, M107 Rifle AFQC

Chapter 11—LONG RANGE PRECISION RIFLE TRAINING PROGRAM 192

11.1. Long Range Precision Rifle Training:

11.2. Advanced Designated Marksman (ADM) AFQC:

11.3. Training Overview

11.4. Instructor Guidelines

11.5. Initial ADM AFQC Plan of Instruction

11.6. Training Goal

11.7. Initial ADM AFQC Training Objectives

Table 11.1. ADM AFQC (Initial) Objectives and Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO)

Table 11.2. [Initial] ADM AFQC Known Distance Course

Table 11.3. [Initial] ADM AFQC Unknown Distance Course

Table 11.4. [Initial] ADM AFQC Night Unknown Distance Course

Figure 11.1. Zero Target

Figure 11.2. Sniper Target

Figure 11.3. Mover Target

Figure 11.4. - 20” x 40” Steel Target

Figure 11.5. “E” Silhouette Snap Target

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Figure 11.6. “F” Silhouette Target

11.8. [Recurring] ADM AFQC Plan of Instruction

Table 11.5. [Recurring] ADM AFQC Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO)

Table 11.6. [Recurring] ADM AFQC

Chapter 12—M240B MACHINE GUN TRAINING PROGRAM 227

12.1. M240B Machine Gun AFQC

12.2. Training Overview

12.3. Instructor Guidelines

12.4. M240B Machine Gun Qualification Plan of Instruction

12.5. Training Goal

12.6. Training Objectives

Table 12.1. M240B Machine Gun Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives

(ITO)

12.7. Recommended Sequence of Events for Individual Qualification Phases I, II and

V of the AFQC

12.8. Recommended Sequence of Events for Crew-Served Qualification (All phases of the AFQC):

12.9. Administrative Requirements:

Table 12.2. M240B Machine Gun AFQC Full Distance (AFQC/FD)

12.10. Course Information, AFQC/FD:

Table 12.3. M240B Machine Gun AFQC 10-meter (AFQC/10M)

12.11. Course Information: AFQC/10M:

Chapter 13—MK-19 MACHINE GUN TRAINING PROGRAM 247

13.1. MK-19 Machine Gun AFQC

13.2. Training Overview

13.3. Instructor Guidelines

13.4. MK-19 Qualification Plan of Instruction

13.5. Training Goal

13.6. Training Objectives

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Table 13.1. MK-19 Machine Gun Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives

(ITO)

13.7. Recommended Sequence of Events:

13.8. Administrative Requirements:

Table 13.2. Firing Requirements, MK-19 Machinegun AFQC

13.9. Course Information, MK-19 AFQC

Chapter 14—M2 (M2A1) MACHINE GUN TRAINING PROGRAM 259

14.1. M2 or M2A1 Machine Gun AFQC

14.2. Training Overview

14.3. Instructor Guidelines

14.4. M2 Qualification Plan of Instruction

14.5. Training Goal

14.6. Training Objectives

Table 14.1. M2 Machinegun Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO)

14.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

14.8. Administrative Requirements:

Table 14.2. M2 Machinegun Firing Requirements, AFQC

14.9. Course Information, M2 AFQC

Chapter 15—COMMON REMOTELY OPERATED WEAPON STATION II (CROWS II)

TRAINING PROGRAM 272

15.1. M153 CROWS II AFQC

15.2. Training Overview

15.3. Instructor Guidelines

15.4. CROWS II AFQC Plan of Instruction

15.5. Training Goal

15.6. Training Objectives

Table 15.1. CROWS II AFQC Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO)

15.7. Recommended Sequence of Events

15.8. Administrative Requirements

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15.9. Ammunition Requirements (per student as applicable):

15.10. Course Completion Standards

Chapter 16—SECURITY FORCES SHOOT, MOVE AND COMMUNICATE (SMC)

COURSE 279

16.1. Security Forces SMC Course

16.2. Training Goal

16.3. Training Plan

16.4. Training Objectives

Table 16.1. Security Forces SMC Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives

(ITO)

16.5. Security Forces SMC Course of Fire

Table 16.2. Security Forces SMC CCMCK Course of Fire

16.6. Security Forces SMC Course Notes

Figure 16.1. Security Forces SMC Course Initial Training/Certification Documentation (Page

1)

Figure 16.2. Security Forces SMC Course Initial Training/Certification Documentation (Page

2)

Figure 16.3. Security Forces SMC Course Initial Training/Certification Documentation (Page

3)

Figure 16.4. Security Forces SMC Course Initial Training/Certification Documentation (Page

4)

Figure 16.5. Security Forces SMC Course Annual Certification Documentation

Attachment 1—GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 303

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Chapter 1

OVERVIEW OF PROGRAM AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.1. Overview.

1.1.1. This manual contains the qualification training programs required to provide Air Force personnel the minimum training and evaluation necessary to employ small arms and light weapons (SA/LW). AFI 36-2654, Combat Arms Program, provides the policies and procedures for conducting the overall Air Force SA/LW qualification training program. Unless specified otherwise certified Air Force Combat Arms personnel must conduct all qualification and orientation training. (T-1). Other than blank fire or dye-marking cartridge training events, Air Force personnel are not authorized to participate in any SA/LW live-fire training until they have successfully completed the applicable training course in this manual, conducted by Air

Force Combat Arms personnel. (T-1). Arming Groups and specific requirements for SA/LW qualification training is contained in AFI 36-2654.

1.1.2. Unless specifically exempted from any portion of the training included in this manual as authorized in AFI 36-2654 or in this manual, personnel must meet all objectives and successfully complete all tables, phases, and orders of fire in the live-fire course, including all practice phases, to meet the minimum qualification standards. (T-1). The practice phases of the courses are not optional.

1.1.3. Other than those areas specified in each training program or in AFI 36-2654, Combat

Arms may not modify any of the training programs or courses of fire in this manual. This includes items such as training objectives, firing positions, time limits, target types, target distances, magazine loads, etc. (T-1). Combat Arms will only use the Air Force approved lesson plans maintained on the USAF Combat Arms, Air Force Network (AFNet), Enterprise

Information Services (EIS) website (https://cs2.eis.af.mil/sites/12150/default.aspx) to conduct all training programs in this manual. (T-1).

1.1.4. Unless specified in the training program in this manual or in AFI 36-2654, individuals must complete a separate qualification session for different models and/or types of weapons.

(T-1). As an example, if an individual qualifies on the Handgun AFQC with the M9 pistol, they are not qualified to carry the M18 pistol and must successfully complete the Handgun

AFQC with the M18. If they have a requirement for a different model weapon, they must complete the qualification training program with that model weapon.

1.2. Documentation of Training. Combat Arms will enter all SA/LW qualification training in the Automated Readiness Information System (ARIS). (T-1). The ARIS is the sole source of Air

Force SA/LW qualification training records.

1.3. Waiver Approval Authority. The waiver approval authority for non-tiered requirements and compliance items in this publication is the first general officer in the requesting unit’s chain of command. The requesting unit must provide a copy of any approved waivers or exceptions to

AF/A4SF. (T-1). The publication OPR must include a copy of any waivers or exceptions issued regarding the publications and forms management requirements found in this publication to the

Air Force Departmental Publishing Office (AFDPO) for publishing. Units use the guidance in

AFI 36-2654 for coordination of waiver requests to this manual.

https://cs2.eis.af.mil/sites/12150/default.aspx

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1.4. Responsibilities.

1.4.1. Headquarters United States Air Force (USAF), Deputy Chief of Staff (DCS) for

Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Director of Security Forces (AF/A4S) will:

1.4.1.1. Develop policies, procedures, and instructions for the USAF Combat Arms

Program consistent with DoD and Air Force Policy Directives.

1.4.1.2. Review for approval all Air Force SA/LW qualification training programs and support materials such as lesson plans, instructor guides, handbooks, and courses of fire.

1.4.1.3. Review for approval all modifications and deviations to the qualification training programs contained in this manual.

1.4.2. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC) will:

1.4.2.1. Develop SA/LW training and qualification programs, establish qualification training criteria and standards, review and approve SA/LW training programs conducted at formal training courses and non-Security Forces readiness training centers.

1.4.2.2. Author lesson plans, instructor guides, handbooks and courses of fire to implement Air Force SA/LW qualification training programs.

1.4.2.3. Validate SA/LW training and qualification programs and qualification training criteria and standards.

1.4.2.4. Work closely with Air Force SA/LW users to ensure qualification training programs provide needed in-garrison and combat capabilities.

1.4.2.5. Review proposed modifications and deviations to the qualification training programs contained in this manual and provide recommended actions to AF/A4SF.

1.4.3. Installation Agencies:

1.4.3.1. The Security Forces/Combat Arms Organizational Commander will:

1.4.3.1.1. Provide firearms qualification training for Air Force personnel using the priorities outlined in AFI 36-2654. (T-2).

1.4.3.1.2. Establish written guidelines to address procedures to postpone or cancel training during adverse weather conditions, as outlined in AFI 36-2654. (T-3).

1.4.3.1.3. Ensure the Combat Arms Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC), lead instructors and tower operators are Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 3P0X1B, Special Experience Identifier (SEI) 312, or DoD civilian equivalent or other authorized personnel identified in this manual and AFI 36-2654 who are task certified to perform

Combat Arms duties. (T-2).

1.4.3.2. The Combat Arms Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) or Civilian

Equivalent (Combat Arms Manager) will:

1.4.3.2.1. Manage the installation Combat Arms Program and conduct SA/LW qualification training programs for base personnel. (T-2). Serve as the weapons and tactics subject matter expert for the Security Forces commander.

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1.4.3.2.2. Ensure all qualification training programs in this manual are conducted as written or initiate requests for deviation from program requirements. (T-1). Performs the tasks as outlined in AFI 36-2654.

1.4.3.2.3. Ensure all personnel adhere to safety and program requirements outlined in this manual and AFI 36-2654 during all Combat Arms operations. (T-1).

1.4.4. Individuals participating in or observing Combat Arms training and/or live-fire operations will:

1.4.4.1. Adhere to program requirements, policies, and procedures outlined in AFI 36-

2654 and this manual. (T-1).

1.4.4.2. Comply with all classroom and range safety, as well as course requirements directed by Combat Arms personnel. This includes operating and safety requirements when using the range facilities without Combat Arms supervision. (T-1). Combat Arms will consider removing individuals from training sessions who repeatedly or intentionally violate safety procedures. The following are examples of safety violations that may require immediate removal of individuals from training, although the list is not all-inclusive:

1.4.4.2.1. Failure to maintain muzzle discipline; pointing the weapon at themselves, other personnel or in any unsafe direction.

1.4.4.2.2. Failure to maintain trigger discipline; placing the finger on the trigger before the weapon is on target or before given the command to fire.

1.4.4.2.3. Not following the instructions of the tower operator or firing line instructors.

1.4.4.2.4. Failure to remove the finger from the trigger or otherwise stop firing on the command or signal to “cease fire.”

1.4.4.2.5. Engaging in “horseplay” during weapons handling.

1.4.5. Additional key officials and responsibilities for developing and implementing the policies and guidance in this manual are outlined in AFI 36-2654.

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Chapter 2

RIFLE/CARBINE TRAINING PROGRAM

2.1. Rifle/Carbine AFQC. The Air Force Qualification Course (AFQC) provides Air Force personnel with the minimum training required for qualification with M16 series rifles or carbines

(M16A2, M4, M4A1, etc.) and other rifles or carbines as determined by AF/A4SF. Subjects included but not limited to: weapon safety, mechanical skills, operator maintenance, handling, marksmanship skills and performance evaluations. The AFQC is a broad course beginning with basic marksmanship and progressing through short-range marksmanship and limited visibility firing. Group B personnel will complete Table I, Basic Rifle Marksmanship (BRM) and Table II, Short-Range Combat (SRC) training. (T-1). Qualification requirements for Group C personnel, including BMT accessions, are included in paragraph 2.14. and subparagraphs.

2.1.1. In addition to BRM and SRC, designated Group A personnel must complete additional tables and phases based on the equipment they are issued. (T-1). Designated Group A personnel must also complete Table III, Phase I, Night CCO/DOS Training and Evaluation, using iron sights or backup iron sights (if they are not equipped with other sights). (T-1).

Exception: Group A personnel that are not designated to complete night fire training are exempt from this requirement. Refer to AFI 36-2654 for information on Air Force arming groups. Qualification and Expert marksman standards are the same for all personnel regardless of arming group.

2.1.2. Any personnel, regardless of arming group, who are authorized and equipped with night vision devices, target designators/illuminators or limited visibility optics/scopes (AN/PEQ-2A, AN/PEQ-15, M3X, etc.) must successfully complete academic instruction and the applicable phases of Table III, Night Threat Engagement Techniques, before they are allowed to use the equipment. (T-1). For units unable to conduct night fire training with ball ammunition, refer to paragraph 2.15 of this manual, Alternate Rifle/Carbine AFQC Table III (CCMCK Option), to determine if this option will work before requesting a waiver from the AF/A4SF.

2.2. Training Overview.

2.2.1. Initial Training. This is the student's first participation in the rifle and/or carbine qualification-training program. Initial training consists of in-depth classroom instruction, qualification on the AFQC and passing all training objectives in Table 2.1. Group A personnel will not bypass classroom training as outlined in paragraph 2.2.2.1. for initial training and must complete all required tables and phases for their career field or function to be qualified.

(T-1). Additionally, Group A personnel will not bypass classroom training until they have successfully completed all objectives in the course during initial training, regardless of any previous qualifications. (T-1).

2.2.2. Recurring Training. This is qualification training after initial qualification. It consists of classroom instruction (except as exempted in paragraph 2.2.2.1.1.), passing performance evaluations, and qualifying on the appropriate course of fire. The required frequencies for recurring training and qualification are outlined in AFI 36-2654. If the complete course of fire is required, all tables and phases (including night fire) should be fired as a complete course during the same training session.

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2.2.2.1. Group A Personnel procedures for Academic Bypass:

2.2.2.1.1. Since Group A personnel receive more frequent training, Combat Arms may forego classroom training on the objectives listed in Table 2.1 for Group A personnel completing recurring qualification training that successfully complete performance evaluation on all objectives prior to firing. Combat Arms uses the performance evaluation checklists from Period V, Performance Evaluation, of the AF/A4SF approved Rifle/Carbine AFQC Lesson Plan, to evaluate student performance. Combat

Arms is not required to annotate the checklists or maintain them as records. The checklists are intended to formalize the evaluation process, ensure each task is evaluated, and provide a guide for instructors.

2.2.2.1.2. All Group A personnel in the class must successfully complete all objectives without instructor or other assistance or guidance. (T-1). On-the-spot corrections are not allowed. Individuals who cannot meet the objectives receive classroom training and need to successfully complete all objectives before participating in live-fire training. Individuals who cannot properly complete any objective are removed from the class and provided academic instruction or the entire class is provided academic instruction on the objectives missed by the student(s).

2.2.2.1.3. Combat Arms instructs and evaluates all other training objectives listed in

Table 2.1 that are not included in the performance evaluations.

2.2.2.1.4. Personnel in Group A only classes may be given performance evaluations prior to classroom instruction to determine the appropriate level (objectives needed) of classroom instruction required. This may be best accomplished on a separate training day and the evaluations are valid for 30 calendar days or two Unit Training Assemblies

(UTA) for Air Reserve Component (ARC) members. Using this method, Combat Arms may determine which Group A members require classroom training and schedule them for a class date, while scheduling those who successfully pass the evaluations for a live-fire only training date.

2.2.2.2. The performance evaluation checklists from Period V, Performance Evaluation, of the Rifle/Carbine AFQC lesson plan are not intended or required to be used in normal initial or recurring training classes (where students receive academic instruction). Combat

Arms uses the standard demonstration and performance method of instruction for these classes and evaluates students with the aid of assistant instructors during academic training.

Students must be able to perform all objectives required in Table 2.1, but instructors are not required to perform one-on-one performance evaluations using the lesson plan checklists. (T-1).

2.2.3. Qualifying Individuals on M16 Series Rifles/Carbines. Combat Arms will use the following procedures for rifle/carbine qualification for all students with a rifle or carbine requirement: (T-1).

2.2.3.1. Provide mechanical training on the M4 (or M4A1 as authorized) and M16A2.

2.2.3.2. Have the student complete live-fire with the M4 using both the iron sights or backup iron sights (BUIS) and the Close Combat Optic (CCO) sight.

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2.2.3.3. Enter, “Individual completed all required training and is qualified on the M4 and the M16A2” in the remarks section of the AF Form 522, USAF Ground Weapons Training

Data. This method allows the individual to be armed with any of the three versions of the rifle or carbine.

2.2.3.4. Ensure individuals who deploy with a weapon other than the one they use for qualification complete live-fire zeroing of all sights, optics, and aiming devices on the actual weapon with which they are deploying. This also applies to weapons issued for in-garrison arming. For example, if an individual is tasked to deploy with an M16A2 rifle, they complete training as outlined above and live-fire with the M4. At the completion of qualification, they zero the sights and aiming devices on the M16A2 they are taking with them on the deployment.

2.2.3.5. In circumstances where neither Combat Arms nor units have M4 carbines available for training, the AF/A4SF may approve training on the M16A2 only. This is by exception only. The standard is for all personnel with a rifle or carbine arming requirement

(in-garrison or deployed) to receive qualification training on the two variations of the weapon, as outlined in paragraph 2.2.3. This provides commanders with flexibility in meeting arming needs, especially when they are faced with shortages of specific models of

M16 series weapons.

2.2.3.6. When individuals are currently qualified on only one M16 series weapon (M4 or

M16A2) and become required to arm with a different model, Combat Arms uses the following procedures:

2.2.3.6.1. For individuals currently qualified on the M16A2 only and requiring qualification on the M4 (with CCO), provide mechanical training on the differences between the rifle and carbine and live-fire with the M4 on Table I, Phase I, II, IV and

V only. Enter, “Individual completed all required training and is qualified on the M4 and the M16A2” in the remarks section of the AF Form 522. Use the original expiration date.

2.2.3.6.2. For individuals currently qualified on the M4 (using the CCO) only and requiring qualification on the M16A2, provide mechanical training on the differences between the rifle and carbine only. Live-fire is not required except for zeroing the sights/aiming devices on the assigned weapon or weapon taken on deployment. Enter, “Individual completed all required training and is qualified on the M4 and the M16A2” in the remarks section of the AF Form 522. Use the original expiration date.

2.2.4. If AF/A4SF (MAJCOM/SF for ARC units) has waived the requirement for the night fire portions of the course as outlined in AFI 36-2654, Combat Arms still completes academic training, performance evaluations and conducts dry-fire on these skills and objectives using all night vision devices, target designators/illuminators or limited visibility optics/scopes students may have issued to them.

2.2.5. Designated Marksman (DM) personnel fire the entire course of fire using the current approved optics, such as the Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight (ACOG). They complete qualification training twice per calendar year (CY). The first time they qualify as a DM each year, they complete the entire course of fire (Tables I-III). The second time they qualify each

12 months (five to seven months after completion of the full course); they complete live-fire

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qualification on Table I of the Rifle/Carbine AFQC only. They are not required to complete academic instruction or performance evaluation for the second qualification training event.

Additionally, DM personnel should complete unit live-fire sustainment training during alternating quarters (between qualification training) as outlined in AFI 36-2654. They should complete this training on a full distance range if possible, with targets out to ranges of 500 meters. Units should use calendar year (CY) quarters to conduct the DM unit level sustainment training and recurring qualification cycle. For example, if the member completes initial qualification in Feb 19 (first quarter of CY), they complete sustainment training by 30 Jun 19

(end of second quarter of CY). The next CY quarter they complete recurring qualification. In this example, recurring qualification is completed no later than 30 Sep 19. This cycle continues, alternating between sustainment training and recurring qualification each CY quarter. Following is an example of the cycle for a member who completed initial DM AFQC qualification on 17 Apr 19:

2.2.5.1. Sustainment training by 30 Sep 19.

2.2.5.2. Recurring qualification due by 31 Dec 19 (regardless of sustainment training).

2.2.5.3. Sustainment training by 31 Mar 20.

2.2.5.4. Recurring qualification due by 30 Apr 20 (qualification cannot exceed 12 months).

2.2.5.5. This quarterly cycle, alternating between sustainment training and recurring qualification, continues until a DM arming requirement no longer exists.

2.2.5.6. Combat Arms enters “Designated Marksman” and the model of the DOS used by the student in the remarks section of the AF Form 522.

2.2.6. Individuals authorized and equipped with an approved optic/sight, other than DM, will fire the entire course of fire using the approved optic/sight and follow the same course guidance as DM. (T-1). Non-DM personnel equipped with the optic/sight are only required to qualify at the frequencies specified in AFI 36-2654 for their arming group (e.g., once every 12 months for Group A). Combat Arms enters the model of the optic/sight used by the student in the remarks section of the AF Form 522.

2.2.7. Remedial Training. This is in-depth training needed to correct marksmanship or other skill deficiencies causing an individual to fail an evaluation. This is scheduled training given to personnel who failed an evaluation. Same day refires or on-the-spot corrections are not remedial training. For remedial training, Combat Arms may provide training and live-fire evaluation on only the phases of the course the individual did not successfully complete, as long as remedial training is completed within 30 calendar days (ARC members have two UTAs to meet this requirement). If more than 30 days (two UTAs for ARC) have passed since the original class date, the individual re-accomplishes the entire training program, including live-fire on all required tables and phases.

2.2.8. Unit-Level Sustainment Training. This is refresher training and may include live-fire if the unit has proficiency ammunition authorized by the Global Ammunition Control Point's

(GACP), Ground Munitions Authorization Tables (GMAT), or it may simply consist of knowledge and operator skills training for those without ammunition authorized. Specific guidance for live-fire training, including mandatory sustainment training, is contained in AFI

36-2654. This training is provided by unit personnel who are qualified on the weapon(s) to

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help individuals retain skills. For Security Forces personnel, refer to AFMAN 31-129, USAF

Small Arms and Light Weapons Handling Procedures for guidance on mandatory sustainment training.

2.2.9. Orientation Training. Personnel who participate in Rifle/Carbine Orientation training do not complete training on objectives 1.4., 1.5., 2.6., 2.7., 2.8., 2.9., 4.3. and 4.5. in Table 2.1.

They receive training on all other objectives and complete live-fire on Table I, Phase I - Iron

Sight/BUIS/DOS Grouping and Zero (using iron sights only), Phase IV - Basic Rifle

Marksmanship Training/Practice and Phase V - Basic Rifle Marksmanship Evaluation from the AFQC in Table 2.1. Individuals who achieve the required score for “Expert” earn the Air

Force Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon. This guidance applies to rifle orientation training conducted for Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) officer accessions. This training does not meet the requirements for arming or deployment. Individuals who require arming in-garrison or who are deploying to a hostile fire area where they have an arming requirement must complete the training specified in AFI 36-2654. (T-1).

2.2.10. Aircrew Self-Defense Weapon (ASDW) Qualification Training/Inspection. This section provides guidance for Combat Arms organizations to conduct qualification training of aircrew personnel with an arming requirement for the ASDW. Combat Arms will use the procedures in the following paragraphs when conducting this training.

2.2.10.1. Identified aircrew personnel with an ASDW arming requirement, will fire the

Rifle/Carbine AFQC course of fire (Tables I and II) with iron sights only. (T-1). Note:

They are not required to fire Phase VI of Table I. Combat Arms removes the M68, Close

Combat Optic (CCO) from the weapon before live-fire. Aircrew with an ASDW qualification expires on the last day of the month, 12 months from the date of qualification

(e.g., individual qualifies on 10 Mar 18, their expiration date will be 31 Mar 19).

2.2.10.2. Combat Arms will provide mechanical training on the M4 and ASDW and the differences between the two weapons, as outlined in the Air Force approved rife/carbine lesson plan. (T-2). Combat Arms will conduct performance evaluations on unique operator tasks with the ASDW (such as attaching the barrel to the upper receiver). Combat

Arms may conduct training on common skills between the M4 and the ASDW using the

M4. Personnel complete live-fire using the M4 and iron sights only. Under no circumstances will Combat Arms allow the ASDW to be used for live-fire. (T-1).

2.2.10.3. Enter, "Aircrew Self-Defense Weapon (ASDW)" in the “Weapon” block of the

AF Form 522.

2.2.10.4. Combat Arms will work closely with authorized aircrew units and aircraft maintenance to schedule and conduct weapon inspections on the ASDW. As a minimum, Combat Arms will inspect the ASDW annually and whenever the survival kit is unpacked.

(T-1).

2.3. Instructor Guidelines.

2.3.1. Classroom. Instructors supervise, assist, and evaluate students during all hands-on weapons training. See AFI 36-2654 for student-to-instructor ratios and exceptions. Instructors should associate the various skills taught during training to real life scenarios. This ensures students understand the tactics, techniques, and procedures used to effectively utilize their weapons.

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2.3.2. Range. Firing line officials (block officers) supervise, coach and teach students as needed during grouping, zeroing, and practice. Each firing point instructor enforces adherence to the course of fire requirements, to include monitoring time limits, at the firing point. When students are completing evaluation phases, instructors do not coach or assist them and only enforce course of fire requirements and safe weapons handling procedures. To ensure safe range operations, close communication is essential between the tower operator and all firing line officials. See AFI 36-2654 for instructor requirements and student-to-instructor ratios.

Note: Due to the limited movement in Table II, Short-Range Combat (SRC) Training, the instructor to student ratio of one instructor per student during any training involving student movement with loaded weapons does not apply.

2.3.3. Tower Operator. This individual must be a certified Combat Arms instructor (AFSC

3P0X1B/SEI 312/DoD civilian equivalent) as outlined in AFI 36-2654. (T-1). The tower operator has the responsibility and authority to ensure safe and effective range operations.

Note: This position is in addition to each firing point instructor. The tower operator may not serve as a firing point instructor. See AFI 36-2654 for exceptions.

2.4. Rifle/Carbine Qualification Plan of Instruction. The plan in the following paragraphs is intended to provide standardized instruction. This program is mandatory for initial and recurring training. Students must meet and be evaluated to the performance standards of these training objectives listed in Table 2.1 (T-1). Approximate training times for this program are:

2.4.1. Initial and recurring – seven to nine hours.

2.4.2. Remedial – as needed.

2.4.3. Academic bypass live-fire – four to five hours.

2.5. Training Goal. The training goal is to instill confidence in the student to develop and maintain the capability to employ the rifle/carbine in offensive and defensive roles.

2.6. Training Objectives. Training objectives for successful completion of this course are found in Table 2.1 The objectives in Table 2.1 must be met in order for students to complete the training.

(T-1).

2.6.1. The objectives are listed in sequence as covered in the lesson plan and events that take place throughout the training day. Students must meet objectives only for the weapon and equipment they are issued or with which they will deploy. (T-1).

2.6.2. Students must meet objectives 1.1. through 1.24. during classroom instruction. (T-1).

Students must understand and be able to perform these objectives in class. (T-1). Instructors evaluate the performance levels of the class for each objective before moving on to other objectives.

2.6.3. Students must meet objectives 2.1. through 2.9. before being allowed to attend live-fire training. (T-1). If students do not understand or cannot perform these tasks, instructors conduct remedial training until objectives are met.

2.6.4. Students must perform objectives 3.1. through 3.4. on the range. (T-1). These objectives are completed in order for students to move to the qualification phase of this course.

If a student violates safety procedures or cannot perform the task correctly, they are not allowed to participate in live-fire training.

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2.6.5. Students must perform objectives 4.1. through 4.6. without instructor assistance. (T-1).

If a student cannot perform any one of these objectives correctly, they do not receive a qualifying score. Students must perform the objectives without assistance and achieve the required hits on target to be considered qualified. (T-1).

Table 2.1. Rifle/Carbine Training Objectives/Intermediate Training Objectives (ITO).

Objective Condition/Given Standard

1. Operate rifle/carbine. Rifle/Carbine, dummy rounds and required equipment.

Operate rifle/carbine.

ITO

1.1. Identify weapon safety

procedures.

Rifle/Carbine. Identify and apply 6 weapon safety rules throughout entire course per AF lesson plan.

1.2. Perform clearing of the

rifle/carbine.

Rifle/Carbine, magazine, and dummy rounds.

Perform clearing of the rifle/carbine without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.3. Identify basic nomenclature

and characteristics of the rifle/carbine.

Rifle/Carbine. Identify nomenclature and characteristics of the rifle/carbine per AF lesson plan.

1.4. Identify cycle of operations

of the rifle/carbine.

Rifle/Carbine. Identify cycle of operations of the rifle/carbine per AF lesson plan.

1.5. Demonstrate removal and

installation of CCO and/or

DOS to carbine.

M4 carbine with CCO and/or DOS.

Remove and install CCO and/or DOS without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.6. Demonstrate operation of the

CCO and/or DOS.

M4 carbine with CCO and/or DOS.

Turn on, off, adjust dot intensity and adjust elevation and windage on

CCO and/or DOS without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.7. Identify types, uses, and care

of ammunition.

Dummy rounds, pictures, power point.

Identify types, uses, and care of rifle/carbine ammunition per AF lesson plan.

1.8. Perform disassembly of the

rifle/carbine and magazine.

Rifle/Carbine and magazine.

Disassemble the rifle/carbine and magazine within 4 minutes without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.9. Perform assembly of the

rifle/carbine and magazine.

Rifle/Carbine and magazine.

Assemble the rifle/carbine and magazine within 4

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Objective Condition/Given Standard minutes without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.10. Perform function check of

the rifle/carbine and magazine.

Rifle/Carbine and magazine.

Function check the rifle/carbine within 1 minute without instructor assistance per AF Lesson plan.

1.11. Explain operator

maintenance of the rifle/carbine. Note:

Students are evaluated in

ITO 4.6 after completing live-fire.

Rifle/Carbine, magazine, lubrication and appropriate cleaning equipment.

Understand how to perform an operator inspection and complete proper preventive maintenance of the rifle/carbine with instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.12. Perform single round loading

and unloading of the rifle/carbine magazine.

Magazine and 5 dummy rounds.

Perform single round loading and unloading of the rifle/carbine magazine within 1 minute without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.13. Perform loading of the

magazine using the magazine filler.

Magazine and 5 dummy rounds and magazine filler.

Load magazine with 5 dummy rounds within 1 minute using magazine filler without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.14. Perform loading of the

rifle/carbine.

Rifle/Carbine, magazine with 5 dummy rounds and issued individual combat equipment (ICE).

Perform loading of the rifle/carbine within 1 minute, without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.15. Perform unloading of the

rifle/carbine.

Rifle/Carbine with dummy round chambered.

Unload rifle/carbine within

30 seconds without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.16. Perform chambering of a

round (charging the weapon) with the rifle/carbine.

Rifle/Carbine loaded with

5 dummy rounds.

“Charge” the weapon to chamber a round within 5 seconds without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.17. Perform rapid reloading of

the rifle/carbine.

Rifle/Carbine, issued ICE

(including ammo pouch) and 2 magazines.

Rapid reloading of the rifle/carbine within 5 seconds without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

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1.18. Perform tactical reloading of

the rifle/carbine.

Rifle/Carbine, issued ICE

(including ammo pouch) and 2 magazines.

Perform a tactical reload of the rifle/carbine within 15 seconds without instructor assistance per AF Lesson plan.

1.19. Identify malfunctions and

stoppages of the rifle/carbine.

Rifle/Carbine and two magazines loaded with 5 dummy rounds each.

Identify malfunctions and stoppages of the rifle/carbine without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.20. Correct failure to fire

stoppage.

Rifle/Carbine, magazine loaded 10 dummy rounds with one dummy round in chamber.

Apply immediate action and correct stoppage within 5 seconds without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.21. Correct failure to eject

stoppage (double feed).

Rifle/Carbine, magazine loaded with 5 dummy rounds with one dummy round in the receiver.

Apply remedial action and correct stoppage within 15 seconds without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.22. Correct failure to eject

stoppage (stovepipe).

Rifle/Carbine, magazine loaded with 5 dummy rounds, 1 round chambered and one dummy round protruding from ejection port (stove pipe).

Apply remedial action and correct stoppage within 5 seconds without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.23. Correct failure to feed

stoppage.

Rifle/Carbine, magazine loaded with 5 dummy rounds with double feed.

Apply remedial action and correct stoppage within 15 seconds without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

1.24. Understand light recoil

causes, indications and corrective action.

Rifle/Carbine, magazines, and dummy rounds.

Answer questions on causes, indications, and corrective action without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

2. Understand marksmanship fundamentals.

Rifle/Carbine, dummy rounds and required equipment.

Demonstrate marksmanship fundamentals with instructor assistance.

ITO

2.1. Practice performing

marksmanship fundamentals in dry-fire environment.

Rifle/Carbine, issued

ICE, 2 magazines and 5 dummy rounds.

Students practice grip, position, aiming, breath control, trigger control (dry-fire) with instructor

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assistance per AF lesson plan.

2.2. Perform sight adjustments. Rifle/Carbine with

magazine, CCO/BUIS or

DOS, 1 dummy round and coin or washer.

Students demonstrate adjusting elevation and windage on all sight systems with instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

2.3. Practice Chemical Warfare

Defense Ensemble (CWDE) firing techniques.

Rifle/Carbine with magazine, issued ICE and

CWDE (mask and gloves).

Students demonstrate aiming weapon while wearing gas mask and gloves with instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

2.4. Explain fundamentals of

rapid and burst firing.

Rifle/Carbine with magazine, issued ICE.

Answer questions about fundamentals of rapid and burst firing with instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

2.5. Explain techniques of night

firing without night vision devices.

Rifle/Carbine with magazine, issued ICE.

Answer basic questions about night firing techniques with instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

2.6. Perform mounting and

removal of issued night vision devices.

Rifle/Carbine with magazine, ICE, and issued night vision and aiming devices.

Demonstrate mounting and removing issued night vision and aiming devices without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

2.7. Perform operation of night

vision devices.

Rifle/Carbine with magazine, ICE, and issued night vision and aiming devices.

Demonstrate operation (turn on/off, adjustments, battery change) of issued night vision and aiming devices without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

2.8. Perform operator

maintenance of issued night vision devices.

Rifle/Carbine with magazine, ICE, and issued night vision and aiming devices.

Perform operator maintenance during weapon cleaning without instructor assistance per AF lesson plan.

2.9. Explain techniques of night

firing with night vision devices.

Rifle/Carbine with magazine, issued ICE, issued night vision and aiming equipment.

Answer basic questions on firing with night vision and aiming devices.

3. Demonstrate basic marksmanship skills.

Rifle/Carbine, ammunition, and required equipment.

Successfully complete

AFQC practice phases.

ITO

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3.1. Demonstrate weapons and

range safety.

Rifle/Carbine, ammunition, magazines, and issue ICE.

Apply weapon and range safety procedures throughout practice phases…