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BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER

AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING

COMMAND

AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING

COMMAND INSTRUCTION 11-203

2 FEBRUARY 2022

Corrective Actions Applied, 17 FEBRUARY 2022

Flying Operations

FLYING TRAINING SIMULATOR

INSTRUCTOR PROGRAMS

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

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

RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication.

OPR: 19 AF/A3V

Supersedes: AETCI 11-203, 28 November 2017

Certified by: 19 AF/A3 (Col Randy P. Oakland)

Pages: 48

This instruction implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 11-2, Aircrew Operations, and AFPD 11-4, Aviation Service. It authorizes and establishes procedures and criteria for training, qualifying and evaluating simulator instructors assigned to Air Education and Training Command (AETC) flying training units and to personnel supporting flying training instruction at the 318th Training Squadron (TRS), Inter-American Air Forces Academy (IAAFA). It does not apply to simulator instructors working under an Aircrew Training System contract, instructors teaching in the T25 simulator for electronic combat training, or Air Battle Management simulator instructors.

With the exception of personnel participating in an associate program, this instruction does not apply to Air Force Reserve Command or Air National Guard units unless specified by a major command (MAJCOM) memorandum of understanding. This publication requires the collection and or maintenance of information protected by the Privacy Act (PA) of 1974 authorized by Title 10, United States Code, Section 8013. PA system of records notices F011 AF XO A, Aviation Resource Management System (ARMS) and F036 AF AETC B, Graduate Training Integration Management System (GTIMS) apply and are available on line at http://dpcld.defense.gov/privacy/sorns.aspx. Ensure all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 33- 322, Records Management and Information Governance Program, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Information Management System Records Disposition Schedule.

Submit suggested improvements to this supplement via AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication, through command standardization/evaluation (stan/eval) channels to the http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/ http://dpcld.defense.gov/privacy/sorns.aspx

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19 AF stan/eval (19 AF/A3V) workflow email. Forward proposed unit-level supplements to this instruction to 19 AF/A3V for coordination prior to publication. Refer to paragraph 1.4 for waiver authority and procedures.

SUMMARY OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS

The publication date has been corrected. No content changes were made.

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

This document is substantially revised and must be completely reviewed. This change updates office symbols; updates roles and responsibilities; adds IAAFA to applicability statement; updates AF Form 8 documentation guidance to align with the revised AF Form 8 (3.8); defines categories of simulator instructors (1.2); adds a definition for simulator (1.3); make periodic EP simulator training an annual requirement (2.13.1.); clarifies guidance for MSIs that lose their aircraft instructor qualification; updates the evaluation “Date Completed” guidance to align with AFMAN 11-202V2; updates evaluation terminology to align with AFMAN 11-202V2 (eliminates “ground phase” and “flight phase”); updates Table 2.3 and 2.4 to cover the 318 TRS; authorizes 19 AF/A3V to extend expiration dates of periodic evaluations up to 6 months (3.4.6.3); adds guidance on electronic FEFs (3.9.7).

Chapter 1—GENERAL GUIDANCE 4

1.1. General

1.2. Simulator Instructors

1.3. Simulator

1.4. Waivers

1.5. Responsibilities

1.6. Phases of Training

1.7. Academic Instructor (AI) Training

1.8. Training Concepts and Procedures

1.9. Training Records and Reports

1.10. Go/No-Go Procedures

Chapter 2—TRAINING 10

2.1. Qualification Training (QT)

2.2. Prerequisites

2.3. Ground Training

2.4. Simulator Training

2.5. Multiple Qualifications

2.6. Conversion and Difference Qualifications

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2.7. Loss of CSI Qualification

2.8. Loss of MSI Qualification

2.9. CSI/SI Requalification

2.10. Continuation Training

2.11. Training Cycle

2.12. CT Administration

Table 2.1. Prorating Allowance

2.13. Periodic Emergency Procedures (EP) Simulator Training

2.14. BSI Program

2.15. Ground Training Requirements

Table 2.2. CSIs/SIs Ground Training Requirements

2.16. Flying Training Requirements

Table 2.3. CSI/SI Currency Requirements

Table 2.4. CSI/SI Semiannual Event Requirements

2.17. Instructional Category Currency (N/A for 318 TRS)

2.18. ID Sorties

Chapter 3—EVALUATIONS 17

3.1. Conducting Simulator Instructor Evaluations

3.2. CSI/SI Examiners (CSIE/SIE)

3.3. Types of Evaluations

3.4. Simulator Instructor Qualification Evaluations

Table 3.1. General Grading Criteria

Table 3.2. Grading Criteria

Table 3.3. Simulator Instructor Qualification Evaluation Requirements

3.5. EPE (N/A for 318 TRS)

3.6. Supplementary Evaluations

3.7. Simulator Instructor Examination Program

3.8. Documentation

3.9. Flight Evaluation Folders

Attachment 1—GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 45

Attachment 2—BUDDY SIMULATOR INSTRUCTOR PROGRAM 48

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Chapter 1

GENERAL GUIDANCE

1.1. General. Due to the large number of mission design series (MDS) simulators used for flying training and their associated missions, this guidance cannot cover all situations or requirements.

This instruction is meant to be used for basic policy guidance and must be supplemented to cover MDS unique requirements. Note: For the purposes of this instruction, Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) and Advanced Aircrew Training Device (AATD) are treated as a MDS for Undergraduate RPA training (URT) units and the 318 TRS, respectively.

1.2. Simulator Instructors.

1.2.1. Categories. This instruction addresses three categories of instructors.

1.2.1.1. Civilian Simulator Instructor (CSI). CSIs are government civilian employees selected to perform simulator instructor duties in a specific MDS or for a specific aircrew training mission.

1.2.1.2. Simulator Instructor (SI). SIs are military members assigned to perform simulator instructor duties for a specific aircrew training mission but are not maintaining an instructor aircraft qualification in the associated MDS or training mission (e.g., Undergraduate RPA units, 318 TRS). Note: SIs may fill CSI positions as directed by leadership (e.g., instructor CSI, CSI examiner, Lead CSI, etc.)

1.2.1.3. Military Simulator Instructor (MSI). MSIs are military pilots/combat system operators/career enlisted aviators who are instructor qualified in an aircraft and certified to perform simulator instructor duties in that MDS’s simulator.

1.2.1.3.1. Government civilian employees who are instructor qualified in an aircraft and certified to perform simulator instructor duties in that MDS’s simulator will follow MSI policies and procedures.

1.2.1.3.2. MSIs who lose their aircraft instructor qualification and complete a simulator instructor AF Form 8 evaluation are now classified as SIs.

1.3. Simulator. For the purpose of this instruction, simulator is a generic term which encompasses a wide range of aircrew training devices used in AETC formal flying training courses to include but not limited to:

1.3.1. T-6A. Immersive Training Device (ITD), Unit Training Device (UTD), Instrument Flight Trainer, Operational Flight Trainer (OFT), URT Instrument Simulator (URTIS)/IOS.

1.3.2. T-1A. OFT.

1.3.3. T-38C. ITD, UTD, OFT, Weapon System Trainer (WST).

1.3.4. F-16. F-16. UTD, WST, Network Training Center-Luke, Mission Training Center.

1.3.5. F-35. Full Mission Simulator.

1.3.6. MQ-9. Simulator.

1.3.7. RPA. Simulator (e.g, PRIME, VIGILANT SPIRIT)

1.3.8. AATD: GT Glass Trainer.

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1.4. Waivers. The unit wing commander is the waiver authority for all compliance items unless they are derived from other publications in which case the waiver authority listed in the parent publication will be used. The wing commander may delegate waiver authority no lower than the squadron commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI. Document waivers on an AF Form 679, Air Force Publication Compliance Item Waiver Request/Approval, and filed and distributed in accordance with Department of the Air Force Instruction (DAFI) 33-360, Publications and Forms Management.

1.5. Responsibilities.

1.5.1. 19 Air Force Undergraduate Operations (19 AF/A3F). Determines undergraduate (and their associated graduate) CSI/SI training requirements and writes the appropriate syllabuses. (Reference AETCI 36-2605V1, Formal Flying Training Administration and Management, for specific training programs.)

1.5.2. 19 AF Graduate Operations (19 AF/A3M, 19 AF/A3D). Determines graduate CSI/SI training requirements and writes the appropriate syllabuses. (Reference AETCI 36-2605V1 for specific training programs.).

1.5.3. 19 AF Stan/Eval (19 AF/A3V). Serves as the office of primary responsibility (OPR) for this instruction and will:

1.5.3.1. Provide standardized command guidance for AETC simulator instructor programs.

1.5.3.2. Process all change requests.

1.5.3.3. Review subordinate unit supplemental publications and training programs.

1.5.3.4. Provide assistance to subordinate units for implementation, direction, and monitoring of simulator instructor training programs.

1.5.4. Operations Group Commander. The operations group commander (or equivalent) will:

1.5.4.1. Supplement this instruction to ensure all MDS-specific and local training and evaluation requirements are documented.

1.5.4.2. Ensure subordinate units manage simulator instructor training programs to meet unit needs.

1.5.4.3. Review programs and supplements annually.

1.5.4.4. Determine if additional training is required for reported end-of-cycle CSI/SI training deficiencies.

1.5.5. Squadron Commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI. The squadron commander or the Lead CSI/SI will (Note: If the Lead CSI/SI position is unfilled, the squadron commander may appoint a flight commander or Lead Weapon System (LWS) CSI/SI to fulfill these duties.):

1.5.5.1. Establish simulator instructor training policies and guidance to include, but not limited to, instructor development (ID), continuation training (CT), buddy simulator instructor (BSI) programs, and unit academic instructor (AI) qualifications/certifications.

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1.5.5.2. Brief new CSIs/SIs on their responsibilities and BSI program policies before the new instructor accomplishes student training.

1.5.5.3. Review completed BSI program documentation.

1.5.5.4. Certify highly experienced CSIs/SIs as instructor CSIs/SIs (ICSIs/ISIs) to ensure effective training of the CSI/SI cadre.

1.5.5.5. Certify the minimum number of highly qualified ICSIs/ISIs as CSI/SI examiners (CSIE/SIE) to meet CSI/SI evaluation requirements listed in Chapter 3 and ensure quality of the CSI/SI cadre.

1.5.5.6. Maintain/publish a Letter of Xs of simulator instructor qualifications and certifications. The squadron commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI will determine what additional items are included on the Letter of Xs.

1.5.5.7. Report end-of-cycle training deficiencies to the operations group commander.

1.5.5.8. Identify the levels of supervision required to accomplish required CSI/SI training.

1.5.5.9. Assist the group in development of unit simulator instructor training programs.

1.5.5.10. Manage unit CSI/SI cadre to ensure effective utilization and training.

1.5.6. Flight Commander/LWS CSI/LWS SI. Flight commanders/LWS CSIs/LWS SIs will:

1.5.6.1. Manage appropriate MDS CSI/SI cadre to ensure effective utilization and training.

1.5.6.2. Supervise overall scheduling, training, and progress of qualification training (QT) and the unit simulator instructor CT program.

1.5.6.3. Brief new CSIs/SIs on unit policies, techniques, grading practices, and any other applicable items before the new instructor conducts student training.

1.5.6.4. Recommend an individually tailored BSI training program to the squadron commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI based on the new CSI’s/SI’s past performance and experience.

1.5.6.5. Observe a student simulator sortie with the new CSI/SI during QT (if applicable to the syllabus) and again in the BSI program.

1.5.6.6. Update the squadron commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI regularly on the status of all simulator instructors in training. Provide an estimated completion date and reason for delay for all instructors exceeding three (3) months in the BSI program.

1.5.6.7. Ensure BSI documentation is maintained in a BSI folder and reviewed monthly until completion of the program. CSIs/SIs should complete the BSI program in a timely manner.

1.5.6.8. Monitor currencies and requirements of assigned CSIs/SIs.

1.5.6.9. Ensure schedulers request simulators required to meet CT requirements.

1.5.6.10. Ensure CSIs/SIs only instruct in sorties, events, and tasks for which they are adequately prepared, trained, qualified, and certified unless the activity is part of an upgrade syllabus or program leading to qualification or certification.

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1.5.6.11. Maintain CSI/SI training folders.

1.5.6.12. Inspect training folders on CSIs/SIs who have completed QT and forward the folders to the squadron commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI.

1.5.7. All Supervisors. Supervisors at all levels are responsible for monitoring the progress of CSI/SI training to ensure timely progression through appropriate training phases and to identify areas for which additional training is needed.

1.5.8. Individual Simulator Instructors. Each simulator instructor will:

1.5.8.1. Obtain required briefings before starting training.

1.5.8.2. Be responsible for completing training requirements and currencies within the guidelines of this instruction and the applicable syllabus.

1.5.8.3. Instruct only in activities for which they are adequately prepared, trained, qualified, and certified unless the activity is part of an upgrade syllabus or program leading to qualification or certification.

1.6. Phases of Training.

1.6.1. Qualification Training (QT). For the purposes of simulator instructor training (SIT), initial qualification training and unique mission qualification training items (if applicable) will be combined into one syllabus. This training is referred to as “qualification training” in this instruction. QT is covered in Chapter 2.

1.6.2. Continuation Training (CT). CT is necessary for qualified simulator instructors to maintain their level of maneuver and instructor proficiency. It provides minimum ground and simulator training requirements. CT is also necessary to develop the simulator instructor force and certify instructors in specific unit or local area requirements.

1.7. Academic Instructor (AI) Training. Academic training is specifically defined in each formal syllabus and must be presented by a qualified AI. All simulator instructors selected to become AIs must be qualified/certified in accordance with AETCI 36-2604, Flying Training Instructor Programs, before teaching any academic training.

1.8. Training Concepts and Procedures.

1.8.1. Squadron commanders/Lead CSIs/Lead SIs will ensure training programs are designed to achieve the highest degree of qualification and proficiency consistent with safety and resource availability. Certify only highly experienced CSIs/SIs as ICSIs/ISIs. ICSIs/ISIs will teach all simulator instructor training.

1.8.2. Unless specifically directed, the squadron commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI will determine the level of supervision required to accomplish training. If the mission objectives include introduction to tasks or instruction to correct previous discrepancies, a highly experienced ICSI/ISI may be required. If mission objectives require direct supervision, the LWS CSI/SI may be warranted.

1.9. Training Records and Reports.

1.9.1. Training Folder. Units will maintain an electronic or hardcopy training folder (381 TRS will maintain Faculty Folders) for each assigned simulator instructor. The training folder will include records of individual training to include, but not limited to QT, BSI, AI training, 8 AETCI 11-203 2 FEBRUARY 2022 and certifications. Note: Maintain training records for MSIs in their established training folder.

1.9.2. AF Form 4348, USAF Aircrew Certifications. The AF Form 4348 is the source document for simulator instructor certifications not attained through an AF Form 8, Certificate of Aircrew Qualification. Units will document simulator instructor certifications on an AF Form 4348. Note: The electronic equivalent AF Form 4348 generated in Patriot Excalibur or Graduate Training Integrated Management System (GTIMS) is acceptable.

1.9.2.1. Maintain the AF Forms 4348 in the individual’s training folder. Use one line for each certification. If a certification is given with restrictions, state the restrictions on the AF Form 4348 in the Remarks block. Following signature on the AF Form 4348, records of training leading up to the certification may be removed from the training folder.

1.9.2.2. Decertification of events fall into two categories: Decertification for Cause (with prejudice) and Discretionary Decertification (without prejudice).

1.9.2.2.1. Decertification for Cause. This action is normally associated with commander-directed downgrade of a simulator instructor, but also applies to commander-directed decertification of examiners (resulting from substandard performance). To document Decertification for Cause, place an “X” in the appropriate box; enter date of decertification under Decertification Date block; enter name, rank, organization and office symbol and signature of the decertifying official under Decertifying Official/Organization block.

1.9.2.2.2. Discretionary Decertification. An administrative action not based on performance. Such decertification is warranted when loss of certification occurs that will not be regained, when instructor certified events become core mission events, or when a higher certification is obtained making the previous entry obsolete.

Discretionary Decertification is also applicable for decertification of CSIEs/SIEs as a result of reasons other than substandard performance. To document Discretionary Decertification, place an “X” in the appropriate box; enter date of decertification under Decertification Date block; enter name, rank, organization and office symbol and signature of the decertifying official under Decertifying Official/Organization block.

1.9.2.3. For simulator instructors who change MDSs while assigned/attached to the same organization, prepare a new AF Form 4348 indicating the new MDS and transcribe all events which apply to the new MDS.

1.9.2.4. During the initial review of individual training folder for new CSIs/SIs (if one exists), review previous AF Form 4348 (or other certification documentation) entries to determine all applicable certifications of the newly assigned CSI/SI. Document applicable certifications accepted by the gaining unit commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI on a new AF Form 4348. The Lead CSI/SI or other individual designated by the Lead CSI/SI will sign a one line entry below all other entries verifying that above certification transcriptions are accurate.

1.9.2.5. Describe unit AF Form 4348 procedures/program in the unit supplement. Include a list of certifications applicable to the unit and designated certifying officials. Document procedures to ensure certifications reflected on AF Form 4348 are also included in the Aviation Resource Management System (ARMS) for SIs and MSIs.

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1.9.3. AF Form 4293, Student Activity Record. Use AF Form 4293 to document any unusual occurrence that could affect training progress. ICSIs/ISIs should annotate areas of difficulty on the form.

1.9.4. Tracking of Training. Document and track training in ARMS/GTIMS/Training Management System (TMS). Track the following information for all CSIs/SIs, as applicable:

(Note: Track MSI requirements in accordance with the applicable AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V1.)

1.9.4.1. Ground training dates accomplished and expiration dates.

1.9.4.2. Events required, by total accomplished and amount remaining for the training cycle.

1.9.4.3. Category currency by date last accomplished and expiration date.

1.9.4.4. Academic lesson, phase, or course currency by date last accomplished and expiration date.

1.9.4.5. Annual academic instructor requalification.

1.9.4.6. Periodic evaluations by date last accomplished and expiration date.

1.9.5. Additional Requirements. Units may specify additional training folder requirements in their unit supplement.

1.10. Go/No-Go Procedures. Units will establish a positive control system that ensures simulator instructors have completed all training required for the proposed mission. Units will provide guidance on this system in the unit supplement. As a minimum, the Go/No Go system will monitor:

1.10.1. Qualifications and certifications.

1.10.2. Currency items required in accordance with this instruction or the applicable AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V1 for MSIs.

1.10.3. Duty Not Involving Flying/DOWN status. (MSI Only)

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Chapter 2

TRAINING

2.1. Qualification Training (QT).

2.1.1. On completion of the MAJCOM approved CSI/SIT qualification syllabus, simulator instructor candidates will be qualified as simulator instructors. Candidates undergoing QT will receive ground and simulator instruction with a minimum of interruption and complete training within the time specified by the syllabus.

2.1.2. MSI candidates that are mission qualified as instructors in the aircraft meet qualification requirements to operate the simulator from their respective crew position without further training. At a minimum, units will train MSIs who will instruct from the simulator instructor operator station (IOS) to operate the appropriate IOS. Units will publish an IOS training program for MSIs. As a minimum, they should include the training requirements specifically listed in paragraphs 2.3.2 and 2.4.2.

Note: MSI candidates who learned to operate the simulators to an equivalent level required by the SIT qualification syllabus (appropriate SIT track) during their aircraft instructor upgrade course need not accomplish additional MSI training.

2.2. Prerequisites.

2.2.1. QT course prerequisites will be according to the appropriate MAJCOM-approved syllabus. For applicants who were not previous flight instructors, units must tailor the CSI/SIT syllabus to meet any additional training or evaluation requirements. They must also complete an expanded BSI program.

2.2.2. CSI hires who hold a valid AF Form 8 instructor qualification in the aircraft are immediately qualified as simulator instructors in that MDS. A valid AF Form 8 is one that has not yet exceeded its expiration period to include unit-approved AFMAN 11-202V2, Aircrew Standardization and Evaluation Program, extensions, nor was superseded by a subsequent AF Form 8 documented Q3. The new hire CSI must complete orientation training as directed by the Lead CSI/SI or LWS CSI/SI. The training will orient the new CSI on local procedures, mission orientation, and IOS operations per paragraph 2.1.2.

2.3. Ground Training.

2.3.1. Ground training will follow the CSI/SIT syllabus flow, but may be tailored to the individual's background and experience as well as local MDS requirements.

2.3.2. MSI candidates who will instruct from the simulator IOS must accomplish at least one ground training session relating to operation of the appropriate aircrew training device and IOS with a current and qualified simulator instructor. Note: This training may be conducted as part of training required by paragraph 2.4.2 Units may establish more requirements in a unit supplement to this instruction.

2.4. Simulator Training.

2.4.1. CSI/SI candidates in QT will train under the supervision of an ICSI until completing the simulator instructor qualification evaluation. The CSI/SIT syllabus mission objectives and

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tasks are minimum requirements for qualification. Additional training due to non-progression is only available within the constraints of the formal course syllabus.

2.4.2. MSI candidates who will instruct from the simulator IOS must observe a current and qualified simulator instructor (preferably an ICSI/ISI or CSIE/SIE) during at least one mission in any category (e.g., instrument, navigation, formation). Units may establish more requirements in a unit supplement to this instruction. Upon completion of training, the unit commander will certify the MSI.

2.5. Multiple Qualifications. Qualification in more than one MDS simulator requires operations group commander approval. Instructors qualified in more than one MDS simulator must meet all training and evaluation requirements of each MDS.

2.6. Conversion and Difference Qualifications. Accomplish conversion qualification in accordance with the guidance in the appropriate CSI/SIT qualification syllabus. Difference training is not authorized without operations group commander approval.

2.7. Loss of CSI Qualification. Failure of an evaluation, a commander-directed downgrade, or failure to perform CSI/SI duties for more than 225 calendar days will result in loss of CSI/SI qualification. To regain qualification, CSIs/SIs must, at a minimum, successfully complete an evaluation according to Chapter 3.

2.8. Loss of MSI Qualification.

2.8.1. MSIs who fail an aircraft instructor evaluation (or any evaluation for instructional reasons), allow the aircraft instructor evaluation to lapse, or receive a commander-directed downgrade will not instruct in the simulator until a successful instructor requalification evaluation is accomplished in accordance with the appropriate AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V2.

2.8.1.1. MSIs may continue to instruct in the simulator after expiration of their aircraft instructor (INSTR) evaluation if they complete a simulator instructor AF Form 8 evaluation administered by a CSIE.

2.8.1.1.1. The SI INSTR evaluation MUST occur before the expiration of the current aircraft INSTR qualification.

2.8.1.1.2. MSIs are unqualified if their aircraft INSTR qualification expires and they have failed to complete a SI INSTR evaluation. The MSI must complete SIT and a simulator instructor AF Form 8 evaluation to regain qualification as an SI. Upon successful completion, follow SI guidance of this instruction.

2.8.2. MSIs who fail an aircraft mission evaluation or allow it to expire will not instruct those areas in the simulator until a successful requalification evaluation is accomplished in accordance with the appropriate AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V2.

2.9. CSI/SI Requalification. The following provides criteria for requalifying CSIs/SIs who have not performed simulator instructor duties for:

2.9.1. A period of 226 calendar days to two (2) years. Operations group commanders are the approval authorities for locally-generated simulator instructor requalification programs used in lieu of completing a formal qualification syllabus for flying training programs under their oversight. Locally generated programs will be developed considering the simulator

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instructor’s previous experience and currency. Highly experienced ICSIs/ISIs will conduct the training. A requalification instructor (RQ INSTR) evaluation will be completed for CSIs/SIs according to Chapter 3.

2.9.2. A period of more than two (2) years. The CSI/SI must complete the appropriate qualification syllabus.

2.10. Continuation Training.

2.10.1. Judicious scheduling of CT is required to develop instructors and ensure training standardization. As part of the CT program, ID sorties are flown to develop individual instructional skills and enhance basic simulator proficiency. These sorties allow less experienced simulator instructors to learn and refine techniques from more experienced simulator instructors. Units will track all CT requirements in the appropriate system, such as, ARMS/GTIMS/TMS. 318 TRS may manually track CT requires.

2.10.2. MSIs will comply with all appropriate AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V1 CT requirements. They are not responsible for other CT requirements in this instruction unless their AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V1 requirements are not met. MSIs unable to maintain AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V1 currency may continue to instruct students in the simulator as long as their aircraft INSTR evaluation is current and they are cleared for simulator duty by the flight surgeon. After expiration of AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V1 CT requirements, they will comply with all SI CT requirements listed in this instruction until regaining currency in the aircraft. Note: MSIs non-current in their aircraft must accomplish an instructional simulator sortie in each category they are certified to instruct every 120 days.

2.11. Training Cycle. There are two semiannual CT training cycles, 1 January to 30 June and 1 July to 31 December of each calendar year. Units will review semiannual requirements at the end of each semiannual period. Exception: 318 TRS may use three 12-week student cycles (Trimester) per year.

2.12. CT Administration.

2.12.1. CT Meeting.

2.12.1.1. To encourage training cross flow, CSIs/SIs should attend CT meetings sponsored by the flying training squadron (FTS) flight to which they are assigned or attached when their primary duty schedule allows.

2.12.1.2. Units may hold a separate simulator instructor CT meeting if desired. In units not associated with a flying training squadron, the unit should hold a single CT meeting for all simulator instructors. The purpose of these meetings should be to discuss standardization, safety, mission-related topics, instructional techniques, grading practices, and to increase general knowledge. MSIs are highly encouraged to attend simulator instructor CT meetings if held.

2.12.1.3. All available CSIs/SIs will attend SI-specific CT meetings (or the FTS meeting if no SI-specific meetings are held) quarterly. The unit will determine a method to track attendance. Individuals not available for CT meetings will read the meeting minutes or be briefed by a supervisor.

2.12.2. Requirements. This instruction establishes minimum simulator instructor CT requirements. Units may direct additional training, to include cockpit performance, in a

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supplement to this instruction as necessary for individual MDS requirements. ID sorties are meant to help build and maintain instructor proficiency.

2.12.3. Prorating End-of-Cycle Requirements. At the end of the training cycle, the squadron commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI may prorate training requirements for instructors who were not available for duty. Use the prorating allowance in Table 2.1 to determine the number of months to be prorated based on each period of consecutive calendar days of non-duty.

Requirements may be prorated to zero.

Table 2.1. Prorating Allowance.

Consecutive Days of Non-Duty Months of Proration 0 - 15 0 16 - 45 1 46 - 75 2 76 - 105 3 106 - 135 4 136 - 165 5 166 - 180 6

2.12.4. Failure to Complete CT Requirements.

2.12.4.1. CSIs/SIs who fail to maintain ground and/or simulator training requirements will not instruct in the new training cycle until a review is completed to determine the cause of the deficiency and whether additional training is required.

2.12.4.2. The operations group commander is the review authority for CT requirements.

The reviewer should consider the type and magnitude of the deficiency and the individual’s experience level to determine if the previous training cycle requirements must be accomplished or if additional training or increased supervision is warranted. Document reviews in the individual’s training folder.

2.13. Periodic Emergency Procedures (EP) Simulator Training. (Note: Not required for MSIs or 318 TRS personnel.)

2.13.1. All CSIs/SIs will accomplish an annual EP simulator. Accomplish the mission in the simulator cockpit with another simulator instructor operating the IOS. See paragraph 3.5 for using an EP simulator as the requisite emergency procedures evaluation (EPE). Note:

Instructors may swap positions after all requirements have been met.

2.13.2. Because of local emergency scenarios, units will use a locally generated simulator EP instructor guide when administering the simulator. The simulator mission should include:

2.13.2.1. A cross section of critical action procedures and selected noncritical action emergencies.

2.13.2.2. A cross section of thrust deficient situations.

2.13.2.3. Applicable mishap lessons learned identified by MAJCOM, wing, or unit safety staffs.

2.14. BSI Program. (Note: Not required for MSIs. For the 318 TRS, OG/CC may exempt Partner Nation Guest Instructors from the BSI program on a case-by-case basis.)

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2.14.1. Following QT, the flight commander or the LWS CSI/SI will assign each new CSI/SI to a highly qualified BSI who will monitor the new instructor's performance and provide guidance in all areas of job requirements until the new instructor has instructed through each category of training. Note: The BSI program is not required for any simulator instructor who has previously completed a Buddy Instructor Pilot/BSI program in the same MDS aircraft or simulator.

2.14.2. The training prescribed in Attachment 2 is the minimum required. Squadron commanders/Lead CSIs/Lead SIs should tailor each individual's BSI program and provide additional training as required. Document additional BSI training in the instructor’s training folder.

2.15. Ground Training Requirements. (Note: Not required for MSIs.)

2.15.1. Table 2.2 summarizes ground training requirements. For ground training prescribed by other instructions, units must refer to those instructions for the latest requirement. Initial ground training accomplished during QT may be credited toward CT requirements for the training cycle in which it was accomplished.

2.15.2. Academic Instructor currency will be in accordance with AETCI 36-2604.

Table 2.2. CSIs/SIs Ground Training Requirements.

Subject Frequency Grounding Boldface /Critical Action Procedures (CAPs) (Note)

Monthly Yes

Instrument Refresher Course See AFMAN 11-210, Instrument Refresher Program

No

Cockpit/Crew Resource Management CT Annual See AFI 11-290, Cockpit/Crew Resource Management Program

No

Note: If applicable to the MDS. Required before the first sortie of the month (may be accomplished up to 10 business days prior to the first of the month). An unsatisfactory Boldface exam will result in restriction from conducting simulator operations until successful re-accomplishment.

2.16. Flying Training Requirements. (Note: Not required for MSIs.)

2.16.1. Any sortie where instruction is offered; student, CT, or permanent party, may be considered an instructional sortie.

2.16.2. All qualified CSIs/SIs will meet instructor currency requirements in Table 2.3 and sortie/event requirements in Table 2.4 as appropriate. CSIs/SIs may log events when accomplished on any sortie. CSIs/SIs may log events accomplished during formal training syllabus missions when the instructor demonstrates the maneuver from the cockpit, using the HOTAS, or using the IOS pilot function. The operations group commander is the approval authority for changes to these requirements. Document changes in the individual’s training folder. Instructors will not teach maneuvers in which currency has expired until currency is regained.

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Table 2.3. CSI/SI Currency Requirements.

Maneuver Frequency Frequency (318 TRS) Instrument Approach (Note 1, 2) 120 Days 1 per Trimester Emergency Landing Pattern (ELP) (Note 3) 120 Days N/A Instructional Sortie (Note 4, 5) 60 Days 1 per Trimester Notes:

1. Fly instrument approaches from the IAF or radar vectors, to landing or missed approach.

Regain currency by flying an instrument approach with a current simulator instructor operating the IOS.

2. CSIs/SIs may log instrument approaches in a solo simulator.

3. Required for single-engine aircraft only. CSIs/SIs may regain currency by flying an ELP with an ELP current simulator instructor operating the IOS. T-6 CSIs/SIs may log ELPs in a solo simulator.

4. CSIs/SIs may update instructional sortie currency anytime a student mission or ID sortie (including BSI sorties) is accomplished from the cockpit or IOS.

5. MSIs non-current in their aircraft must accomplish an instructional sortie in each category they are certified to instruct every 120 days.

Table 2.4. CSI/SI Semiannual Event Requirements.

Maneuver Number Required Number Required

(318 TRS)

Instructional Sortie (Notes 1, 2, 3 & 4) 50 10 Instructor Development Sortie (Note 5) 3 EP Simulator 1 (annual) Precision Approaches (Note 6) 2 2 Non-precision Approaches (Note 6) 2 2 GPS/RNAV Approach 2 Notes:

1. For 558 FTS, the squadron commander, operations officer and all Lead CSIs/SIs must accomplish at least 25 student instructional sorties. Units may adjust requirements to meet resource availability and syllabus requirements.

2. CSIs/SIs may log two student instructional sorties when two students are instructed on the sortie.

3. Certified AIs may log a student instructional sortie for every three (3) hours of classroom instruction or every class they teach.

4. CSIs/SIs may log instructional sorties on any simulator mission providing training to students or permanent party members.

5. The annual EP simulator (even when multiple are flown) and all BSI sorties count in this total. Solo simulator cannot be logged as an ID sortie.

6. CSIs/SIs may log instrument approaches in a solo simulator.

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2.17. Instructional Category Currency (N/A for 318 TRS). All CSIs/SIs must accomplish an instructional sortie every 60 days, and must instruct in each category of training every 120 days to remain current. CSIs/SIs may update instructional category currency anytime a student mission or ID sortie (including BSI sorties) in that category is accomplished from the cockpit or IOS. Non-current instructors must regain currency before instructing in any non-current category. To regain category currency, the non-current CSI/SI will instruct from the IOS while being monitored by a current and qualified simulator instructor in that category or complete an ID sortie with a current and qualified simulator instructor which focuses on maneuvers in the non-current category of training.

2.18. ID Sorties. CSIs/SIs may accomplish ID sorties by flying the simulator on any non-undergraduate mission or by monitoring another instructor teaching any mission. Each semiannual period, CSIs/SIs should accomplish or monitor maneuvers from each syllabus for which they are qualified/certified to instruct. Syllabus categories may be combined on any single ID sortie provided sufficient time is allotted to each category (e.g., a low-level route flown for 30 minutes with a forced weather abort to an instrument approach would qualify to accomplish a low level and instrument category of training). If sortie durations exceeds 2.0 hours, each CSI/SIs may log up to two ID sorties. Note: Not required for MSIs or 318 TRS instructors. A MSI may be substituted for a CSI/SI for any ID sortie.

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Chapter 3

EVALUATIONS

3.1. Conducting Simulator Instructor Evaluations. Conduct all simulator instructor evaluations in accordance with the provisions of this instruction and accomplish on actual student instructional missions whenever possible. Note: MSIs will comply with all appropriate AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V2 and AFMAN 11-202V2 evaluation requirements and need not complete separate simulator instructor evaluations unless deemed necessary by the unit.

3.2. CSI/SI Examiners (CSIE/SIE).

3.2.1. CSIE/SIE Selection. Select CSIEs/SIEs from the most highly qualified and experienced instructors. The squadron commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI will designate (in writing), all CSIEs/SIEs, certify their examiner status on an AF Form 4348, record status in the appropriate system, such as ARMS/GTIMS/TMS and report new CSIEs/SIEs in the Stan/Eval Board minutes.

3.2.2. CSIE/SIE Responsibilities. CSIE/SIE will:

3.2.2.1. Conduct simulator and EP evaluations as required.

3.2.2.2. Maintain CSI/SI qualification.

3.2.2.3. Administer evaluations only within their MDS and only evaluate missions in which they maintain qualification. Exception: CSIEs/SIEs may conduct SPOT evaluations in MDSs in which they are not qualified.

3.2.2.4. Prior to the mission, brief the examinee on the purpose of the evaluation and how it will be conducted.

3.2.2.5. Conduct a thorough post-mission debriefing for the examinee on all aspects of the evaluation. The debrief will include the examinee’s overall grade, specific deviations, area grades assigned (if other than qualified), and any required additional training. Debrief the flight commander/LWS CSI/LWS SI on all evaluations. Additionally, the flight commander/LWS CSI/LWS SI must attend the debrief if the overall grade is Q3.

3.2.2.6. Immediately correct breaches of safety or flight discipline during an evaluation.

If this situation occurs, the CSIE/SIE will debrief the flight commander/LWS CSI/LWS SI and document the deviation on an AF Form 8. Exception: The CSI/SI may allow students to breach safety/flight discipline as long as an appropriate instructional debrief takes place.

3.2.2.7. Not evaluate simulator instructors for whom they were the primary instructor during training or upgrade unless approved by OG/CC.

3.3. Types of Evaluations. The CSI/SI stan/eval program utilizes three types of evaluations to ensure qualification of instructors and standardization of operations: simulator evaluations, EPEs, and supplementary evaluations.

3.3.1. Simulator evaluations are administered periodically and will be documented on an AF Form 8.

3.3.2. EPEs are requisites for simulator instructor qualification evaluations and will also be documented on the AF Form 8. Note: Simulator evaluations and EPEs are combined, along

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with other requisite events (e.g., examinations, Boldface/CAPs) to form simulator instructor qualification evaluations.

3.3.3. Supplementary evaluations are tools to be used by the commander to ensure standardization of training and other operations.

3.4. Simulator Instructor Qualification Evaluations. Simulator instructor qualification evaluations consist of requisites and a simulator evaluation. Requisites includes a series of examinations and evaluation of emergency procedures knowledge. The simulator evaluation includes operation of the IOS and effective instruction of a flying training student. Note: Units may require cockpit manipulation of the controls if appropriate. If cockpit performance is required, the unit supplement must document all requirements. Use the evaluation criteria from the appropriate AFMAN 11-2MDS-specific V2 to grade all maneuvers flown from the cockpit.

3.4.1. Evaluation Types. There are three types of simulator instructor qualification evaluations: instructor qualification (INSTR/QUAL), mission (MSN), and SPOT.

INSTR/QUAL and MSN evaluations are administered periodically to ensure basic qualification as instructors in the MDS. SPOT evaluations of specific simulator instructor performance may also be accomplished.

3.4.1.1. INSTR/QUAL Evaluation. All CSIs/SIs will complete initial and periodic INSTR/QUAL evaluations, to include requisites, in their primary MDS.

3.4.1.2. MSN Evaluation. The requirement for a MSN evaluation is optional but may be required by individual units in their unit supplement. MSN evaluations may be required for those MDSs where performance of normal operational and training sorties involves tasks not covered during the accomplishment of an INSTR/QUAL evaluation.

INSTR/QUAL and MSN evaluations may be combined into a single evaluation.

3.4.1.3. SPOT Evaluation. A SPOT evaluation is not intended to satisfy the requirements of a periodic evaluation (e.g., INSTR/QUAL or MSN) and have no specific requisites or requirements, unless specified in unit supplements. They may be administered as No Notice. An examinee may utilize a SPOT evaluation to update an INSTR/QUAL/MSN evaluation expiration date provided all requirements for the evaluation are completed within the periods described in paragraph 3.4.7. Note: When the CSIESIE administering a SPOT evaluation is not qualified in the MDS, the evaluation will not be credited towards a periodic evaluation.

3.4.2. Combined Simulator Instructor Qualification Evaluations. To promote efficient use of resources, accomplish evaluations concurrently, whenever practical. If combined, include the designation of each evaluation on the AF Form 8 (e.g., INSTR/QUAL/MSN).

3.4.3. Simulator Instructor Qualification Evaluation Prefixes. Use the following prefixes, when applicable, to further describe evaluations.

3.4.3.1. Initial (INIT). The first evaluation of any type for an instructor qualification in a MDS (e.g., INIT INSTR/QUAL, INIT MSN).

3.4.3.2. Requalification (RQ). An evaluation administered to remedy a loss of qualification due to expiration of a required periodic evaluation, a flight recheck following a failed periodic evaluation or loss of qualification due to a commander-directed downgrade.

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3.4.3.2.1. When loss of qualification is for expiration of a required periodic evaluation, the evaluation given will be in accordance with the guidance for that periodic evaluation. Document the AF Form 8 Mission/Check description with an RQ prefix.

3.4.3.2.2. When loss of qualification is for failure to pass a periodic evaluation, conduct the recheck evaluation in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3.4.11 Document the AF Form 8 Mission/Check description with an RQ prefix.

3.4.3.2.3. When loss of qualification is due to a commander-directed downgrade (see paragraph 3.4.15), the commander/LWS CSI/LWS SI will direct the evaluation profile. Document the AF Form 8 Mission/Check description with an RQ prefix or RQ SPOT, as applicable.

3.4.3.2.4. Do not use RQ to prefix a recheck following a failed INIT evaluation. No qualification was achieved, thus requalification is not possible.

3.4.3.3. No-Notice (N/N). A no-notice evaluation is one where the examinee is notified of the evaluation at or after the beginning of normal preparation for the mission. Define the beginning of normal preparation for a mission in unit supplement to this instruction.

The intent is to preclude extraordinary preparation for the mission.

3.4.3.3.1. The no-notice evaluation provides commanders a sampling of daily simulator instructor performance and an assessment of unit training effectiveness.

3.4.3.3.2. An examinee may utilize a no-notice evaluation to update an INSTR/QUAL/MSN evaluation expiration date provided all requirements for the evaluation are completed within the periods described in paragraph 3.4.7 and subparagraphs. If all requirements were not completed on the first sortie, the squadron commander may authorize subsequent sorties to complete required events. For out-of-the-eligibility-period no-notice evaluations, if the examinee elects not to update a periodic evaluation expiration date, the evaluation will be documented as a N/N SPOT evaluation.

3.4.4. Requisites. Periodic simulator instructor qualification evaluation requisites are listed below. See paragraph 3.7 for additional guidance on simulator instructor examinations.

3.4.4.1. INSTR/QUAL Evaluations. Open book examination, closed book examination, instrument examination, Boldface/CAPs examination (if applicable to the MDS), and EPE (N/A for 318 TRS).

3.4.4.2. MSN Evaluations. As specified in the unit supplement to this instruction.

3.4.5. Simulator Evaluation. The examinee will accomplish all required planning in accordance with the training mission requirements and instruct from the IOS during a student training mission while the CSIE/SIE observes. (Note: The CSIE/SIE may role play a student from the cockpit while the examinee instructs from the IOS.) The simulator evaluation for simulator instructor qualification evaluations includes a suitable simulator profile that will allow evaluation of simulator instructor performance. The profile used to fulfill the simulator evaluation must incorporate all appropriate requirements set in Table 3.3 and allow accurate measure of the proficiency of the examinee. Evaluation profiles will reflect unit tasking, daily training missions, be realistic, and incorporate current tactics applicable to the unit mission.

3.4.6. Timing of Simulator Instructor Qualification Evaluations.

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3.4.6.1. Expiration Date. Required periodic evaluations expire on the last day of the 17th month following the month in which the previous periodic simulator instructor qualification evaluation was successfully completed (e.g., a periodic evaluation in which the simulator instructor qualification evaluation was completed on 9 Oct 18 expires on 31 Mar 20.).

3.4.6.2. Eligibility Period. Units should schedule periodic evaluations in the eligibility period, defined as the six-month period prior to the expiration date.

3.4.6.3. Squadron commander/Lead CSI/Lead SI-Extended Evaluations. Squadron commanders/Lead CSIs/Lead SIs may extend the expiration date of periodic evaluations up to three months for the reasons listed below. Extensions will be on a case-by-case basis and multiple extensions are not authorized. This paragraph is not authority to grant blanket extensions. Requisites not completed during the original eligibility period must be completed prior to the extended expiration date. Document the one-time extension with a memorandum for record (MFR) in the flight evaluation folder (FEF). Note: 19 AF/A3V may extend the expiration date of periodic evaluations up to six months for the reasons listed below.

3.4.6.3.1. Unforeseen illness.

3.4.6.3.2. Departing for permanent change of station or temporary duty for retraining in another aircraft type.

3.4.6.3.3. Undergoing unit aircraft conversion, as directed by MAJCOM.

3.4.6.3.4. Separation or retirement.