AFI11-301v2.pdf

BY ORDER OF THE

SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE

AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 11-301,

Volume 2

20 DECEMBER 2013

Incorporating Change 2, 13 June 2017

CORRECTIVE ACTIONS applied on:

6 December 2017

Flying Operations

MANAGEMENT AND

CONFIGURATION REQUIREMENTS

FOR AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT

(AFE)

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: AF/A3TF

Certified by: AF/A3T (Brig Gen B. Chance Saltzman)

Pages: 84

This volume implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 11-3, Aircrew Flight Equipment, and AFI 11-301, Volume 1, Aircrew Flight Equipment (AFE) Program. This volume prescribes policy and incorporates the intent of AFPD 10-9, Lead Command Designation and Responsibilities for Weapon Systems. It establishes Air Force standards and defines management and configuration requirements for aircrew flight equipment items. Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard (ANG) must comply with the requirements for Aircrew Flight Equipment in this publication. This publication may be supplemented at any level, but all direct supplements must be routed for coordination prior to certification and approval to the OPR of this publication, HQ USAF/A3TF. Send comments and suggested improvements to this instruction on an Air Force (AF) Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication, through the chain of command, in accordance with (IAW) Air Force Instruction (AFI) 33-360, Volume 1, Publications and Forms Management, to HQ USAF/A3TF, 1480 Air Force Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-1480.

Requests for waivers must be submitted through the chain of command to the appropriate Tier waiver approval authority. Intervening levels will evaluate all recommendations and forward the AF Form 847 to the next echelon. Ensure that all records created as a result of processes

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prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) located in the Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS). The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this instruction does not imply endorsement by the Air Force.

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

This interim change revises AFI 11-301V2 by (1) correcting minor administrative errors, and (2) adding clarity to several paragraphs based on feedback from field units. In addition, Paragraph

2.12.1. AN/PRQ-7(A) Combat Survivor Evader Locator (CSEL) Hand Held Radio (HHR) and all subparagraphs have been completely rewritten to improve instructional guidance utilizing cascading principles. A margin bar (|) indicates newly revised material.

Chapter 1— ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 5

1.1. HQ USAF/A3TF (Director, TFAM Integration Division) shall:

1.2. MAJCOM/A3 and ANG/A3 Shall:

1.3. Operations Group Commanders Shall:

1.4. Operations Group AFE Superintendent (AFES) and AFE Officer (AFEO) Shall:

1.5. Squadron Level AFE Function Shall:

1.6. Maintenance Elements:

1.7. Base Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) Shall:

1.8. Aircraft Electrical Environmental System Specialist (2A6X6)

1.9. AFLCMC/WNU

Chapter 2— MANAGEMENT AND CONFIGURATION OF AIRCREW FLIGHT

EQUIPMENT 10

2.1. General Management and Configuration Guidance

2.2. Anti-Exposure Suits

2.3. Anti-G Garments. Lead Command—ACC

2.4. Multi-Climate Protection System (MCPS). Lead Command—PACAF

2.5. Aircrew Oxygen Masks

2.6. Aircrew Oxygen Connectors. Lead Command—ACC

2.7. Emergency Aircrew Oxygen Systems. Lead Command—AMC

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2.8. Passenger Emergency Oxygen Masks and Systems

2.9. Aircrew Protective Helmets and Helmet Liners. Lead Command—ACC.

Exception: AFGSC is Lead Command for rotary wing helmets

2.10. Aircrew Optical Devices and Accessories

2.11. Aircrew Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (ACBRN) Equipment

2.12. Emergency Electronic Communication and Signaling Equipment

2.13. Life Preserver Units (LPU)

2.14. Life Rafts and Escape Slides

2.15. Personnel Parachute Systems, Torso Harnesses, Restraint Devices, and Deceleration Devices

2.16. Personnel Parachute, Torso Harness, and Restraint Harness Accessories

2.17. Survival Kits, Survival Vests and Aircrew Body Armor

Figure 2.1. ASK

Figure 2.2. PCK

Figure 2.3. Aircrew Contingency Kit

2.18. Aeromedical Evacuation Aircrew Member Support. Lead Command—AMC

2.19. Passenger Demonstration Kits. Lead Command—AMC

Table 2.1. Cold Weather Equipment (T-2)

Table 2.2. MCPS Identifiers

Table 2.3. Aircrew CBRN Equipment D-Bag Basis of Issue (BOI) (T-1)

Table 2.4. KC-10 Auxiliary Survival Kit (T-1)

Table 2.5. Minimum Survival Kit (MSK) (T-1)

Table 2.6. Protective Clothing Kit (T-1)

Table 2.7. Joint Service Aircrew Mask/Rotary Wing (HH-60/UH-1)/ACBRN D-Bag BOI (T-1)

Chapter 3— CONFIGURATION OF AIRCRAFT INSTALLED AND PRE-POSITIONED

AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT 50

3.1. General Aircraft Installed/Pre-positioned AFE Guidance

3.2. Aircraft Configurations

Table 3.1. C-20 AIRCRAFT AFE CONFIGURATION (T-1)

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Table 3.2. C-21 AIRCRAFT AFE CONFIGURATION (T-1)

Table 3.3. C-32 AIRCRAFT AFE CONFIGURATION (T-1)

Table 3.4. C-37A AIRCRAFT AFE CONFIGURATION (T-1)

Table 3.5. C-37B AIRCRAFT AFE CONFIGURATION (T-1)

Table 3.6. C-40B AIRCRAFT AFE CONFIGURATION (T-1)

Table 3.7. C-40C AIRCRAFT AFE CONFIGURATION (T-1)

Table 3.8. VC-25A AIRCRAFT AFE CONFIGURATION (T-1)

Table 3.9. AFGSC AFE Configuration (AFGSC only) (T-1)

Table 3.10. Deleted

Table 3.11. Deleted

Table 3.12. RC, TC, OC, WC-135 and E-4B Aircraft AFE Configurations (T-1)

Table 3.13. HC-130J Aircraft AFE Configuration (T-1)

Table 3.14. E-3 Aircraft AFE Configuration (T-1)

Table 3.15. E-8 Aircraft AFE Configuration (T-1)

Table 3.16. Fighter and Trainer Aircraft AFE Configuration (T-1)

Table 3.17. MC-12 Equipment Standards (T-1)

Table 3.18. MC-12 / Bugout Survival Kit (T-1)

Table 3.19. MC-12 / AFE War-kit (Football) (T-1)

Table 3.20. MC-12 / Cold Weather Bag (Supports 4 ea. Personnel) (T-1)

Table 3.21. ML-4 (Guardian Angel Use Only) Real-World Use Survival Kit Minimum Components (T-1)

Table 3.22. ML-4 (Guardian Angel Use Only) Training Use Survival Kit Minimum Components

Table 3.23. T-1 Aircraft AFE Configuration (T-1)

Table 3.24. RC-26 Aircraft AFE Configuration

Table 3.25. RC-26 Survival Kit (Football)

Table 3.26. RC-26 Cold Weather Bag (Supports 3 ea. aircrew positions)

Attachment 1— GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 72

Attachment 2— LEAD COMMAND SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT MAJCOMS 84

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Chapter 1

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.1. HQ USAF/A3TF (Director, TFAM Integration Division) shall:

1.1.1. HQ USAF/A3TF serves as the approval authority for waiver requests for this publication.

1.1.2. HQ USAF/A3TF will establish Lead Commands for the purpose of equipment management and improvement procedures. (See Attachment 2).

1.1.2.1. Lead Commands are designated for aircraft, aircrew, and passenger AFE systems related to various MDSs, to assist with Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Acquisition and Sustainment organizations on subject matter expertise input. This process ensures the operational safety, suitability, and effectiveness (OSS&E) baselines are preserved IAW AFI 63-1201, Life Cycle Systems Engineering. Lead/using MAJCOM will ensure coordination is made to protect the OSS&E baseline of commercial products used on aircraft IAW AFI 63-1201.

1.1.2.2. Lead commands are responsible for identifying or pursuing AFE requirements for responsible weapon systems/aircrew (e.g. ACC for the CAF/AMC for the MAF etc.)

IAW AFPD 10-9, Lead Command Designation and Responsibilities for Weapon Systems, to include defining the funding process and establishing the AF POM input to fund total initial procurement and fielding. Lead commands are not responsible to fund continued use, sustainment or additional purchases of AFE assets for using commands. Each command shall be responsible for its own funding of current or MAJCOM specific AFE requirements. Lead commands will fund initial AFE Unit Type Code (UTC) logistics detail (LOGDET) requirements when no other UTC LOGDET exists within the unit and when the gaining command requires ARC component to perform a gained command mission. MAJCOMs will not fund LOGDET requirements when a unit converts from one MDS with a LOGDET to a new MDS. (T-1)

1.2. MAJCOM/A3 and ANG/A3 Shall:

1.2.1. Equipment in Chapter 2 and Chapter 3 of this instruction is assigned a Lead Command. The Lead Command is responsible as an overall subject matter expert (SME) point of contact for AFMC AFLCMC Acquisition and Sustainment Teams with respect to management and improvement efforts. The designated Lead Command will act as the Lead Command determination on all AFTO 22, Technical Order Improvement Report and Reply, reports submitted by using Command Control Points (CCP). The Lead Command CCP will be the final evaluator on these reports prior to routing to Air Force Materiel Command functions for final action and disposition. (T-2)

1.2.2. MAJCOMs authorizing use of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) items unrelated to the 412A System (TO 00-25-06-2-1) equipment work unit code manual will ensure TO guidance or commercial manuals are provided to units to ensure COTS items are properly maintained IAW AFI 63-1201. Request that commercial manuals be assigned TO numbers through AFMC functions. (T-2)

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1.2.2.1. COTS/NDI (Non-Developmental Items) items affecting the OSS&E baseline of, or modify, items identified as part of the 412A System (TO 00-25-06-2-1) must be approved by the sustaining Engineering Support Activity. Lead/using MAJCOM will ensure coordination is made to protect the OSS&E baseline of commercial products used on aircraft IAW AFI 63-1201. (T-2)

1.2.2.2. COTS/NDI items changing the integration of items identified as part of the 412A System (TO 00-25-06-2-1) must be approved by the sustaining Engineering Support Activity. (T-2)

1.2.2.3. AFE is critical life sustaining/saving equipment and must only be purchased from approved sources. Wing Contracting offices will only purchase COTS/NDI items from Engineering Support Activity approved vendors. This may often result in AFE COTS/NDI items being purchased as Sole Source Items. Questions concerning the authorized purchase of AFE COTS/NDI items should be directed to AFLCMC/WNU. (T- 2)

1.2.3. Publish TO Options list for MAJCOM and MAJCOM-gained units. Post final version to MAJCOM AFE SharePoint or Portal website. Non-Lead Command MAJCOMs will consider Lead Command TO Options list(s) when developing their MAJCOM option selections. (T-2)

1.2.4. Convene biennial Survival Component Working Group with SERE. (T-2)

1.2.4.1. Only TO authorized, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Safe-to-Fly, and/or MAJCOM approved assumption of risk certified survival components will be used by USAF aircrew members or installed in survival kits and vests (see AFI 11-301, Vol 1 for additional details). The survival component working group will adhere to this standard and follow approved acquisition processes for new/modified components.

(T-1)

1.2.4.2. The selection of authorized survival components is a joint responsibility of the Survival Component Working Group (SCWG). Within the SCWG, SERE provides Subject Matter Expert (SME) insight from a capability/TTP aspect, and proposes components to be packed in survival vests and kits, and AFE evaluates the proposal from a technical perspective (e.g. installation, integration, space, weight, size, etc.). Based on the combined efforts of the SCWG, determination will be made if the survival component can and will be adopted or whether the matter be forwarded to AFLCMC/HSD for resolution. (T-1)

1.2.4.3. At a minimum, AFE and SERE will follow the intent of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidance for AFE maintained survival components installed in multi-place life rafts and passenger safety equipment. (T-2)

1.3. Operations Group Commanders Shall: Ensure all crewmembers and passengers wear or have access to the required AFE for the route of flight and duration of the mission.

Commercially procured items are not authorized for use without prior approval or safe-to-fly recommendation by the respective AFE Single Item Manager and MAJCOM AFE office of primary responsibility IAW AFI 11-301, Volume 1. (T-2)

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1.4. Operations Group AFE Superintendent (AFES) and AFE Officer (AFEO) Shall: Prior to use, ensure newly developed (COTS/NDI) AFE items pursued by units for Air Force aircraft as well as for aircrew use is evaluated and approved using AFLCMC/WNU, Human Systems Division, requirements. (T-2)

1.5. Squadron Level AFE Function Shall:

1.5.1. Store, handle, service, and account for items part of 412A System (TO 00-25-06-2-1) equipment work unit code manual. (T-2)

1.5.2. Inspect and repack pre-meditated parachutes, parachutist oxygen systems, integrated survival vest and body armor, survival kits, life rafts and inner and outer life raft accessory containers, life preservers, and applicable components. Inspect aircraft installed AFE oxygen (O2) equipment, emergency recovery parachutes, protective clothing kits (PCK), personnel restraint harnesses and all other aircrew life sustaining and survival equipment as identified by this and other AF guidance. (T-2)

1.5.3. Ensure passenger demonstration equipment is available and pre-positioned aboard all passenger-carrying aircraft. (T-2)

1.5.4. Delete.

1.5.5. Maintain applicable flight simulator and egress procedural training AFE. MAJCOMs will specify frequency and procurement procedures as agreed upon. (T-2)

1.5.6. AFE personnel are not responsible for storing, handling, servicing, or accountability of the following items: Dosimeters, thermos jugs, aircraft fire extinguishers, aircraft portable O2 cylinders, pre-breather O2 assemblies, high altitude oxygen cylinder assemblies, aircraft oxygen regulators, ground crew headsets, ground crew ballistic helmets, ground crew ballistic vests, ground crew chemical defense equipment, pyrotechnic flare pistols, E-and-E kits, passenger service equipment, aircraft first aid kits, hand sanitizers, aircraft night vision goggle lighting components, contact lens and/or contact lens supplies, ground crew night vision devices, rear vision devices, Emergency Vision Assurance Systems (EVAS), medications (including “go pills”), aircrew tool kits, luggage or baggage loading equipment, non-AFE support equipment, gun transportation cases, binoculars, ground command pointers, Reduced Oxygen Breathing Device/Reduced Oxygen Breathing Environment (ROBD/ROBE), aircrew headsets, firefighter’s gloves, escape slide covers, Enhanced Small Arms Protective Inserts (ESAPI), ice chests, seat cushions, B-2 long duration bags or items not related to the 412A System (TO 00-25-06-2-1) work unit code manual. Exception: GA, STS and Test Parachute Program AFE personnel may be responsible for pre-breather O2 assemblies, high altitude oxygen cylinder assemblies, ground crew ballistic helmets, binoculars and ground-crew night vision devices. MAF units will follow the Air Mobility Command Portable High Altitude High Pressure Oxygen System Concept of Employment for the Knight Aerospace Portable High Altitude High Pressure Oxygen System (HPOS).

(T-2)

1.5.6.1. Before an item is introduced for AFE responsibility, MAJCOMs must receive approval from AFMC to establish required acquisition and sustainment support. (T-2)

1.5.6.2. MAJCOMs/Systems Program Offices (SPO) must notify AF/A3TF before any items are levied upon AFE in order to establish manpower and training costs. (T-2)

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1.5.7. During wartime contingencies, local or higher headquarters Inspector General Exercises, Readiness Inspections (RI), mobility exercises, Readiness Assistance Visits (RAV), generation exercises, etc., AFE personnel must be available to perform mission-essential duties to sustain AFE operations (i.e., AFE issue, fitting and inspection, aircraft-installed AFE configurations, pre-deployment AFE briefings, Aircrew Contamination Control Area [ACCA] operations, AFE contamination mitigation, etc.). Ensure AFE personnel are not assigned duties that will detract from wartime proficiencies and requirements. (T-2)

1.5.8. Support Non-Aircrew Position Identifier (API) personnel performing aircrew duties including Forward Area Refueling Point (FARP) teams, Aerial Bulk Fuel Delivery System (ABFDS), Maintenance Activity Special Operations Personnel (MASOP), Special Operations Low Level II (SOLL II) AFSC 3D1X3 RF Transmission System Operator, Combat Camera, and Aeromedical Evacuation (AECM) personnel. Unless specified, owning unit/command has administrative control (ADCON) for these types of personnel and will purchase or provide funding for flight equipment (i.e. NVDs, helmet and oxygen mask etc., if required). (T-2)

1.5.8.1. FARP and ABFDS equipment requirements are addressed in AFI 23-201, Material Management to include Attachment 4. HQ AFSOC/LG funds individual flight equipment items for FARP teams (excluding Night Vision Devices [NVD]) and the users’ organization is responsible for funding individual flight equipment items for ABFDS personnel per paragraph 1.5.8. (T-2)

1.5.8.2. AFE will maintain and issue SOLL II FARP NVDs as the FARP team is an integral part of the primary aircrew during special operations missions. SOLL II FARP NVDs are the only non-Operations Group NVDs AFE personnel will maintain. (T-2) Note: AFE is authorized to maintain additional survival vests and aircrew body armor to support SOLL II Alert Aircraft as required by local configuration requirements.

1.5.8.3. Flying Crew Chiefs will not be issued and provided flight equipment. (T-2) Exception: MASOP.

1.5.8.4. Combat Camera personnel in flying positions are authorized flight equipment.

1.5.8.5. AFSC X3D1X3 RF Transmission System Operators directly supporting SOLL II operations are authorized flight equipment.

1.5.8.6. The following flight equipment will be maintained for AECMs: Quick-don Mask, Survival Vest/Aircrew Body Armor, and D-Bag. (T-2)

1.5.9. Deleted.

1.5.9.1. Deleted.

1.5.9.2. Deleted.

1.5.10. F-35 units will adhere to the guidance in this publication to the maximum extent possible while still operating under program guidance and Joint Technical Data. (T-2)

1.5.10.1. Despite the ACC AFE Staff’s ongoing efforts to ensure the F-35 program is in compliance with this instruction, we expect the inherent programmatic differences within the F-35 program, to drive changes to our current Air Force policies. Therefore, selective

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guidance included in this instruction may not be capable of implementation during the initial F-35 fielding. When this is the case, F-35 units will notify (via memorandum) the ACC 1P0 Functional Manager with the following information (T-2):

1.5.10.1.1. Reference for guidance not applicable to F-35 (page and paragraph)

1.5.10.1.2. Reason the guidance is not applicable for F-35

1.5.10.1.3. Process that will be used in lieu of the guidance as identified in “a” above

1.5.10.1.4. Verbiage to be included in the next re-write of the affected instruction to account for the lack of appropriate guidance

1.5.10.2. The ACC 1P0 Functional Manager will approve/disapprove all requests on a case-by-case basis. Approved requests will apply to all F-35 units and will remain in effect until included in this publication. (T-2)

1.6. Maintenance Elements:

1.6.1. Avionics Flight:

1.6.1.1. Shall ensure HMCS issues, and similar approved systems, are routed through AFEO/AFES for resolution. Coordinates inspection of HMCS maintenance helmets through AFEO/AFES. (T-3)

1.6.2. Aircraft Electrical Environmental (E&E) System Specialist (2A6X6) or qualified contractors:

1.6.2.1. Shall be responsible for servicing, inspecting, recharging, testing, and overhaul of inflation cylinders.

1.7. Base Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) Shall:

1.7.1. Assist in determining if a custom oxygen mask is required when a standard issue mask cannot be properly fit to an aircrew member. (T-2)

1.7.2. Creates or molds aircrew earpieces for ACCES/PACS aircrew earpieces for these devices.

1.7.3. The MTF Optometry Clinic provides inter-pupillary distance (IPD) measurements for aircrew laser eye protection and night vision devices (NVDs). (T-2)

1.8. Aircraft Electrical Environmental System Specialist (2A6X6). Aircraft Electrical Environmental System Specialist (2A6X6) or qualified contractors are responsible for servicing, inspecting, recharging, testing, and overhaul of inflation assemblies.

1.9. AFLCMC/WNU. AFLCMC/WNU maintains all current safe-to-fly certifications at https://cs.eis.afmc.af.mil/sites/Human-CentSys/AFE/default.aspx. AFE units will utilize this site as the official reference to manage the use of applicable items.

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Chapter 2

MANAGEMENT AND CONFIGURATION OF AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT

2.1. General Management and Configuration Guidance.

2.1.1. AFE functions will maintain equipment in accordance with applicable TOs and this instruction, without deviation, unless approved through the waiver process. All items in this chapter are waiver authority T-1 unless otherwise specified.

2.1.2. This chapter is intended to be used for management and configuration guidance not specifically covered in TOs or commercial manuals. Guidance sent to field units in message format should be incorporated into the applicable publication at each update or revision.

This chapter defines Lead Commands for each equipment item. (T-1)

2.1.3. Operational equipment will not be used for aircrew training purposes; exceptions are survival radios, Polarized Lead Lanthanum Zirconate Titanate (PLZT) Ceramic Material Flash Blindness Goggles, ACCA processing system, Joint Chemical Agent Detectors (JCAD), Aircrew Laser Eye Protection (ALEP), survival/rescue radio/locating systems, NVDs and Phantom O2 equipment and pre-meditated parachute systems. Maintain training assets in sufficient quantities to allow each student hands-on training. Training equipment quantities will be driven by the average class attendance numbers not to exceed applicable allowance standards (AS). (T-1)

2.2. Anti-Exposure Suits.

2.2.1. Multi-place, Non-ejection Seat Anti-exposure Suit Guidance. Lead Command—

AMC.

2.2.1.1. Anti-exposure suits are required to be pre-positioned on multi-place, non-ejection seat, aircraft planned flights above 78 degrees north or below 60 degrees south.

Specific quantities are governed by AFI 11-2MDS Specific Volume 3, Addenda A. If no MDS Addenda A exists, install two each suits when meeting the above criteria or follow the applicable aircraft configuration table in Chapter 3 of this instruction. AFE will ensure a process is in place with the Current Operations Flight or Plans and Scheduling Flight to notify AFE when flights are planned meeting the above criteria for aircraft configuration purposes. (T-1)

2.2.1.2. Quick-donning, non-fitted anti-exposure suits. (T-1)

2.2.1.2.1. CWU-16/P Anti-exposure Suit. Lead Command—AMC. The CWU-16/P satisfies the anti-exposure requirements in this instruction. (T-1)

2.2.1.2.2. Multifab Survival Limited (MSL) Anti-exposure Suit. Lead Command— PACAF. All users will ensure system is used IAW safe-to-fly recommendation at https://cs.eis.afmc.af.mil/sites/Human- CentSys/AFE/default.aspx. As the approving authority, AFLCMC/WNU maintains OSS&E responsibility. (T-1)

2.2.2. Fighter Ejection Seat and Vertical Lift Aircraft Anti-Exposure Suit Guidance. Lead Command—ACC. (T-1)

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2.2.2.1. Operations Group Commanders will ensure their aircrews are fitted with a constant wear personnel anti-exposure suit ensemble (includes required liners and undergarments) IAW Technical Data prior to their first flight requiring an anti-exposure suit. Aircrew will not fly missions requiring anti-exposure suit ensembles unless they have been fit to one IAW applicable technical data. Units will provide diver’s gloves for use with constant wear anti-exposure suits as directed by MAJCOM. Gloves may be issued to the aircrew before flight. (T-1)

2.2.2.2. In the absence of detailed anti-exposure suit ensemble wear guidance in AFI 11- 2MDS Volume 3 (takes precedence), ejection seat and vertical lift aircrews will comply with the following guidance: Constant wear anti-exposure suit ensembles (including required liners and undergarments) will be worn by ejection seat and vertical lift aircrews on any preplanned overwater flight when the water temperature is 60F/15.5C or less. (T- 2)

2.2.2.3. If the water temperature ranges between 60F (15.5C) and 51F (10.5C), and the air temperature (local or overwater/operating area air temperature) is 70F (21.2C) or greater at step time, the operations group commander (or equivalent) may waive the requirement to wear the anti-exposure suit ensemble after considering the following factors (T-2):

2.2.2.3.1. Climate zone and existing weather throughout range of flights.

2.2.2.3.2. Operational requirements.

2.2.2.3.3. Number and type of aircraft participating in sortie.

2.2.2.3.4. Time of flight over water.

2.2.2.3.5. Distance from land.

2.2.2.3.6. Mission altitude.

2.2.2.3.7. Risk based on type of sortie.

2.2.2.3.8. Degree of surveillance over the mission area.

2.2.2.3.9. Location, availability and capability of Search and Rescue (SAR) forces.

2.2.2.3.10. Winds, wave height, and their impact on SAR operations.

2.2.2.3.11. To aid group commander’s (or equivalent) decision, refer to TO 14P3-5- 111 Aviation-Crew Systems, Aircrew Personal Protective Equipment and the following SIPR site (http://portal.fnmoc.navy.smil.mil/websar/cgi-bin/websar.cgi?SubmitButton=start) for a representative reference on life expectancy following cold water immersion.

2.2.2.4. When weather conditions are outside of the parameters listed in paragraph 2.2.2.3, the WG/CC may waive wear of the anti-exposure suit on a case-by-case basis only after considering paragraphs 2.2.2.3.1 through 2.2.2.3.11 (no blanket or permanent waivers are authorized at this level). (T-2)

2.2.2.4.1. Deleted.

2.2.2.4.2. Deleted.

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2.2.2.4.3. Deleted.

2.2.2.4.4. Deleted.

2.2.2.4.5. Deleted.

2.2.2.4.6. Deleted.

2.2.2.4.7. Deleted.

2.2.2.4.8. Deleted.

2.2.2.4.9. Deleted.

2.2.2.4.10. Deleted.

2.2.2.4.11. Deleted.

2.2.2.5. Any unique permanent waiver condition for anti-exposure suit ensemble wear policy will be forwarded to the MAJCOM for approval and documented in MAJCOM/wing supplements to 11-2MDS Volume 3. (T-2)

2.2.3. Bomber aircraft Anti-exposure Suit guidance. Lead Command—AFGSC.

2.2.3.1. Aircrews will wear anti-exposure suits on sorties overflying oceans with water temperatures 60F/15.5C or less. Operations group commander (or equivalent) may waive this requirement for bomber aircraft, permitting aircrew to carry and don/doff during flight as required by flight route and potential hazards. When waiving this requirement, operations group commanders will consider the factors listed in paragraph 2.2.2.3. (T-1)

2.3. Anti-G Garments. Lead Command—ACC.

2.3.1. Anti-G garments will be worn on all ejection seat aircraft IAW MDS instructions. (T- 1)

2.3.1.1. If the MDS instructions do not specify minimum “G” limits for wears, anti-G Garments are required during all flights in aircraft equipped with anti-G systems when 2 or more “Gs” are anticipated. (T-1)

2.3.1.2. U.S. Navy and other services’ anti-G garments are not authorized in USAF aircraft. Any exception to this guidance will be listed in TO 14-1-1 under Anti-G garment authorizations or through a Safe to Fly (StF) process and guidance from AFE program office. (T-1)

2.3.1.3. F-16 pilots and passengers will be briefed on G-suit/knee interference with the F-16 side stick during ejection seat egress training. (T-1)

2.3.1.4. Aircrews required to wear anti-exposure suits as well as aircrew chemical defense ensembles will have a second anti-G garment fitted for use with these items. F-22 pilots will have two (2) full coverage anti-G suits and two (2) upper pressure garments for each pilot. (T-1)

2.3.1.5. Record inspections and fit checks in accordance with MAJCOM and/or local guidance, or applicable database on AFTO Form 335, Anti-G and Constant Wear Anti- Exposure Suit Inspection Record. (T-1)

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2.3.1.6. If aircrew are issued two Anti-G ensembles, both ensembles will be inspected and fit initially. However, only the primary use ensemble requires periodic fit check.

Note: If spare ensemble is used, ensure proper fit check is accomplished before flight. (T- 1)

2.3.1.7. With the exception of the MC-1 knife or riser cutter, no additional items will be attached to the anti-G garment unless authorized by appropriate TOs. (T-1)

2.4. Multi-Climate Protection System (MCPS). Lead Command—PACAF.

2.4.1. Aircrews may use the Multi-Climate Protection System (MCPS) for all flight operations when cold weather clothing is required. The MCPS is intended to be integrated with current flight clothing and equipment. The system is tailored to the individual's and mission needs by adding or removing layers of garments. The MCPS ensemble uses a modular layering system allowing the user to select the appropriate configurations for the expected operating environment without increasing garment bulk to a point that is detrimental to flight safety. (T-3)

2.4.2. Requirements for carrying and/or wearing of the MCPS will be in accordance with MAJCOM, wing and/or flying squadron instructions. (T-2) Refer to Table 2.1 Cold Weather Equipment and Table 2.2 MCPS Identifiers for additional details.

2.5. Aircrew Oxygen Masks.

2.5.1. General Aircrew Oxygen Mask Guidance:

2.5.1.1. Each aircrew member will possess an individually issued oxygen mask as dictated by applicable AFI 11-2MDS, Volume 3. (T-1)

2.5.1.2. Aircrew members flying high altitude airdrop missions must be individually fitted with an oxygen mask. (T-1)

2.5.1.3. During inspections, completely disassemble aircrew issued oxygen masks and aircraft installed masks per TO guidance or as directed by this instruction for specific mask types. More frequent inspections may be required if deployed conditions dictate.

(T-2)

2.5.1.4. Inspections records and or computer-generated equivalents will be annotated to show the date of complete inspection IAW technical guidance. (T-3)

2.5.1.5. The next inspection due date will be placed on the oxygen mask in a wing standardized position. Aircraft with pre-positioned Quick Don and Passenger Oxygen Masks will also have the due date annotated on the AFTO Form 46, Prepositioned Aircrew Flight Equipment, (or computer generated equivalent). Exception: Parachutists’ oxygen masks will not have due date labels affixed to them. (T-2)

2.5.1.6. A specific area in the AFE section will be designated for storage of aircrew oxygen masks. AFE personnel will perform postflight inspections of all masks used for flight. MAJCOMs may direct aircrew to perform their own postflight inspection.

Aircrew will perform postflight inspections on masks when away from home station without AFE support. (T-1)

2.5.2. Specific Aircrew Oxygen Masks Guidance:

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2.5.2.1. MBU-12/P. Lead Command—AMC.

2.5.2.1.1. Mobility Air Force (MAF) may use either MBU-12/P or MBU-20/P series masks, with the MBU-12/P being the preferred mask. Helmeted AERP units will use the MBU-12/P as the primary aircrew mask to reduce refitting or readjustment to the helmet for AERP MBU-19/P wear. (T-2) The MBU-20/P series mask should be used for aircrew deemed difficult to fit in the MBU-12/P.

2.5.2.1.2. MBU-12/P masks will be installed on all E-4B aircraft oxygen regulating systems (142 positions) with 12 spares pre-positioned. (T-1)

2.5.2.2. MBU-20/P Series. Lead Command—ACC.

2.5.2.2.1. MBU-20/P series masks are available in MBU-20/P for pressure breathing for G (PBG) and MBU-20A/P for non-PBG. (T-1)

2.5.2.2.2. Units that utilize both the MBU-20/P series and MBU-19/P masks must modify HGU-55/P helmet receivers IAW TO 14P3-4-151. (T-1) Modification allows bayonet angles from both masks to effectively fit in helmet bayonet receivers.

NOTE: Units may install rotatable bayonet receivers IAW TO 14P3-4-151.

2.5.2.3. AWACS Mask. Lead Command—ACC.

2.5.2.4. Quick Don Folding Mask Assembly, 358 Series. Lead Command—AMC.

2.5.2.4.1. The 358-1506V-4 and 358-1506V-5 are the preferred 358-1506 Series configurations. Units will upgrade 358-1505V, V-1, V-2 masks to V-4 and V-5 configurations as approved by aircrafts SPOs. The V-4 and V-5 configurations provide one-piece mask and goggle for enhanced smoke and fume protection. (T-1)

2.5.2.4.2. Conduct routine inspections of aircraft-installed 358 Series masks on 30-day intervals. Complete disassembly and cleaning inspections are accomplished at least every 120 days. (T-1)

2.5.2.4.3. Quick Don assemblies pre-positioned on the flight deck of E-4B aircraft are contractually controlled by Boeing. (T-1)

2.5.2.4.4. AFE units with KC-10A aircraft will maintain 358-1390V Series masks IAW current commercial maintenance contract and agreements. (T-1)

2.5.2.5. Quick Don Folding Mask Assembly, 359 Series. Lead Command—AMC. The 359 Series Quick Don Mask is unique to the C-21A and T-1 aircraft and will be maintained IAW the accompanying commercial technical manual and support contract agreements. (T-1)

2.5.2.6. Emergency Respiratory Oxygen Systems (EROS) Mask. Lead Command— AMC. EROS masks are typically installed on Operational Support Aircraft/Very Important Person Special Air Mission (OSA/VIPSAM) aircraft and will be maintained IAW their commercial manual and commercial maintenance support agreements. (T-1)

2.5.2.7. Custom Oxygen Mask. Lead Command – AFMC through AFLCMC.

2.5.2.7.1. When an aircrew member cannot be properly fit with a standard issue oxygen mask, units will coordinate a Technical Assistance Request (TAR), IAW TO 00-25-107, Maintenance Assistance, through their MAJCOM FM/Staff. The

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MAJCOM will forward the TAR to AFLCMC/WNUS for review/approval. The approved TAR will remain on file with the member’s record as authorization to use the custom oxygen mask. Additionally, a copy of the TAR will be provided to the member for their personal records. (T-1)

2.5.2.7.2. Upon receipt of the approved TAR, units will contact Gentex Corporation, sales@gentexcorp.com, 909-481-7667, for a quote for two custom oxygen masks;

one for daily operations and one spare. The requesting unit will fund all associated travel costs, for either Gentex to travel to the requesting unit, or send the aircrew member directly to Gentex. (T-1)

2.5.2.7.2.1. HAF/A3TF has ensured the cost of the custom mask is accepted as a Cost Per Flying Hour (CPFH) program expense. Units will coordinate with their Resource Advisor (RA) and the base contracting office on completing an AF Form 9, Request for Purchase, or a one-time purchase with the Government Purchase Card (GPC). (T-1)

2.5.2.7.3. Custom oxygen masks will be inspected IAW applicable TOs. (T-1)

2.5.2.7.4. Deleted.

2.5.2.8. Parachutists’ Masks. Lead Command—ACC.

2.5.2.8.1. Will be maintained IAW all applicable TOs and/or commercial manuals.

(T-1)

2.5.2.8.2. May be placed in serviceable storage status when not used on a frequent basis. All Parachutists’ mask stored in serviceable storage status will be inspected annually. (T-1)

2.5.2.9. Commercial Aircrew Oxygen Masks for Operational Support Aircraft/Executive Airlift (OSA/EA) and Large Frame Aircraft (LFA). Lead Command—AMC.

2.5.2.9.1. OSA/EA and certain LFA have a variety of commercial variant aircrew oxygen masks that would be considered atypical compared to the rest of the USAF aircraft inventory. These masks may be managed and/or maintained under contract as contracted work. The AFEO/AFES will be aware of and ensure compliance with any contract related to the unit’s AFE mission. The AFEO/AFES will attempt to resolve local contract issues at the unit-level; notify the MAJCOM FM/Staff and request assistance if the matter cannot be resolved locally. (T-1)

2.5.2.9.2. Unless specifically covered by contract and/or identified as contracted work, AFE will use the following guidance to inspect and maintain these masks (T- 2):

2.5.2.9.2.1. Use commercial manuals to inspect and maintain these masks when standard USAF technical orders do not exist. (T-2)

2.5.2.9.2.2. AFE responsible for OSA/EA or LFA with commercial variant oxygen masks will establish 30-day inspection requirements (using general procedures consistent with overall maintenance procedures in commercial manuals) for all aircraft installed aircrew oxygen masks. (T-2)

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aircrew to include mask types such as the Scott (Avox) 359 Series, the EROS Mask Series, KC-10A Avox 358-1390V Series and the firefighter smoke mask (e.g. Scott/Avox P/N 10100 or 10800 series). (T-1)

2.5.2.9.2.4. AFE’s scope of the 30-day inspection may be limited to the general condition of the mask, cleaning, and oxygen to mask operational check. In some cases, AFE may not be able to do a communications check as part of the inspection.

2.5.2.9.2.5. AFE will track the 30-day inspection of oxygen masks using the standard AFE shop data and tracking system currently used for other items AFE maintains. Additionally, if AFE is required to include AFTO Form 46, Prepositioned Aircrew Flight Equipment, with the aircraft forms or on the aircraft, the next 30-day inspection due date will be annotated on the AFTO Form

46. (T-2)

2.5.2.9.2.6. Tracking 30-day inspection due dates by a Maintenance Function(s) is at the option of the unit and if deemed necessary should be done via mutual written agreement between the Maintenance Function(s) and the AFE function.

In most cases, inclusion of the AFTO Form 46 on the aircraft or with the aircraft forms will suffice.

2.5.2.9.2.7. Given the wide range of locations OSA/EA aircraft operate, AFE support is often not available or the AFE personnel at those locations may not be qualified to work on OSA/EA aircraft. AFE and Maintenance will refer to TO 00-20-1, which has specific exceptions for when flight equipment becomes overdue when an aircraft is off station, on alert, etc. Note: Units will not use these exceptions as a deliberate planning factor prior to a mission. (T-2)

2.6. Aircrew Oxygen Connectors. Lead Command—ACC.

2.6.1. General Aircrew Oxygen Connector Guidance.

2.6.1.1. Aircrew members requiring parachutes with emergency oxygen cylinders must have the three-prong bayonet on the oxygen mask hose with a CRU-8/P or CRU-60/P connector. (T-1)

2.6.1.2. Oxygen mask connectors, P/N 232-94/A, 266-370, or 266-360 may be used on all oxygen masks where a bailout bottle or high altitude capability is not required. (T-1)

2.6.1.3. Inspect oxygen mask connectors at TO directed frequency or concurrent with oxygen mask used if no frequency is identified in the TO. AFE will inspect and maintain oxygen mask connectors attached to Scot Communications and Oxygen Tester (SCOT), Aircrew Systems Testers, Altitude Combined Aircrew Systems Tester (ACAST), or Pressure Breathing Oxygen Flight Ensemble Test Set (TTU) 529/E Tester. The inspections will be recorded in applicable data base or on an AFTO Form 334. (T-1)

2.6.1.4. Units will develop local procedures to track the location and serviceability of CRU-94, CRU-120, CRU-122, CRU-103 or CRU-60/P oxygen connectors. AFE is only required to track the location of connectors installed on or stored with man-side equipment. AFE is not responsible for updating CAMS/IMDS for connectors installed on aircraft. (T-1)

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2.6.1.5. B-2 AFE will inspect oxygen connectors in conjunction with the torso harness inspection. B-1 oxygen connectors are pre-positioned on the aircraft and will be inspected NLT every 30 days by a qualified AFE technician. (T-2)

2.6.1.6. Due to the B-52 having integrated and non-integrated parachutes, B-52 AFE will inspect all oxygen connectors in conjunction with the oxygen mask assembly. (T-2)

2.6.1.7. To the maximum extent possible, all ejection seat aircraft will have the oxygen connector attached to the torso harness. (T-1)

2.7. Emergency Aircrew Oxygen Systems. Lead Command—AMC.

2.7.1. Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE).

2.7.1.1. IAW Federal Aviation Regulation Section 121.337, Protective Breathing Equipment, and technical standard orders (TSO) C99, Protective Breathing Equipment, and TSO-C116, Crewmember Protective Breathing Equipment, PBEs are primary aircrew protective equipment in the event of an onboard aircraft fire. Exception, ACC and AFSOC may continue to use the fire fighter’s smoke mask as the primary aircrew protective equipment in the event of an onboard aircraft fire. (T-1)

2.7.1.2. PBEs will be placed in close proximity of each firefighting station. Some aircraft configurations may require one located at the navigators station. Refer to AFI 11-2MDS Series Volume 3, Addenda A or this instruction for specific configuration locations. (T-1)

2.7.1.3. Units will use PBEs, P/N 802300-14, with the fire retardant polyethylene (green) storage container, P/N 803753-01, and neoprene neck seal. PBE P/N 802300-14 is considered the primary device. Units may still use EEBD, P/N 802300-11, until item’s service-life expires. Units will not substitute above items with PBE, P/N 802300-01, with the polyethylene (day-glo orange) container and urethane neck seal. (T-1)

2.7.1.4. AFE personnel should limit how often the PBEs are removed from or installed into the container to reduce wear-and-tear on the vacuum-sealed bag. PBEs will remain in their original "hard" carrying case to provide fire and puncture-proof protection. If other PBE part numbers become authorized for use, units will receive guidance from their respective MAJCOM AFE office. (T-1)

2.7.2. Fire Fighter’s and Oxygen Smoke Mask Assemblies. Lead Command—AFSOC.

2.7.2.1. PBEs are designed to replace the Fire Fighter’s Smoke Mask Assemblies as the primary aircrew protective equipment in the event of an onboard aircraft fire. (T-1)

2.7.2.2. When Fire Fighter’s and Oxygen Smoke Masks installed at oxygen regulator stations are removed from aircraft permanently and replaced with PBE assets, units will also install a Scott/AVOX 358 Series mask and goggle assembly at the oxygen regulator station where the smoke mask was previously installed. If placement of mask is not practical at the oxygen regulator station, the MAJCOM AFE office will consult with their Stan/Eval section to find the best location to place the mask(s). (T-1)

2.7.2.3. Units will follow guidance for specific mask quantities, type and location per AFI 11-2MDS Series Volume 3, Addenda A or this instruction when an Addenda A does not exist. (T-1)

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2.7.3. Helicopter Emergency Egress Device (HEED). Lead Command—ACC. All rotary wing type aircraft aircrews will wear the HEED during overwater flights when they are outside the auto rotation distance from shore. (T-1)

2.7.4. Helicopter Emergency Air Breathing Device (HABD). Lead Command—ACC. The HABD may be used by all rotary wing airframe in lieu of HEED. Refer to TO 14-1-1 for further guidance.

2.7.5. At a minimum, helicopter aircrew will wear the Survival Egress Air (or equivalent authorized device) during overwater flights when they are outside auto rotation distance from shore. This device will not be stowed in flight suit pockets; it must be correctly stowed in the issued survival vest/harness such as the Air Warrior Primary Survival Gear Carrier or

EAGLE CIACS. (T-2)

2.8. Passenger Emergency Oxygen Masks and Systems.

2.8.1. Emergency Passenger Oxygen System (EPOS). Lead Command—AMC.

2.8.1.1. EPOS is the preferred passenger oxygen, smoke, and fume protection. Note:

Passenger Oxygen Kits (POK) are not authorized for use on USAF aircraft. (T-1)

2.8.1.2. EPOS is not designed to be used and will not be used by aircrew performing primary aircrew duties, to include AECM. (T-1)

2.8.1.3. C-130, C/KC-135 and KC-46A units will install a carrying strap IAW TO 15X5- 2-4-1 on all EPOS units if case P/N MR-10097AF (NSN 1660-01-495-3043) is not utilized. (T-1)

2.8.1.4. The EPOS container contains instructions on the activation and donning of the EPOS unit. Additional visual aids are not required to be produced or attached to the EPOS unit. (T-1)

2.8.2. Passenger Oxygen Mask Assembly (Drop Down Masks). Lead Command—AMC.

2.8.2.1. AFE will perform periodic inspections on aircraft installed drop down passenger oxygen masks at intervals determined by the aircraft maintenance schedule. These inspections may be performed either on aircraft or off aircraft. (T-1)

2.8.2.2. C-17A units will ensure all masks, to include masks on the sidewall seats, the stowed centerline seats, lavatories, aeromedical stations (aircraft installed and off-aircraft spares), and Air Transportable Galley Latrine (ATGL) are inspected and maintained IAW applicable TOs. (T-1)

2.9. Aircrew Protective Helmets and Helmet Liners. Lead Command—ACC. Exception:

AFGSC is Lead Command for rotary wing helmets.

2.9.1. Protective Helmet General Guidance:

2.9.1.1. Aircrew helmets are required for the following conditions: (T-1)

2.9.1.1.1. For ejection or bailout and aircrew performing air defense system missions.

(T-1)

2.9.1.1.2. All missions requiring parachutes or when parachutes are pre-positioned aboard the aircraft. Flying helmets must be used in conjunction with the parachute to

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avoid head injuries. Note: Not applicable when carrying passengers or when otherwise directed in the AFI 11-2MDS, Volume 3 series publications for mission requirements. (T-1)

2.9.1.1.3. For use with helmet mounted accessories (i.e., night-vision systems, nuclear flash protective devices, etc.), and as prescribed by applicable MDS flying publications or mission directives. Exception: KC-135 and KC-46A Special Operations Air Refueling (SOAR) missions do not require helmets for NVD operations. (T-1)

2.9.1.1.4. Aircrew helmets will be retained for aircrew wearing aircrew chemical defense equipment that require helmet mounted devices to perform their mission in a potential chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear (CBRN) contaminated environment. (T-1)

2.9.1.1.4.1. If a helmet is retained to support ACBRN operations, units will not use/maintain this helmet (and/or an additional mask) for routine flying operations.

Units using JHMCS will use JHMCS helmets for all non-ACBRN flights. The ACBRN helmet will be stored and inspected concurrently with D-Bag inspection cycles. (T-2) Note: After considering current earned manpower and funding, ANG Group CC’s may authorize dual use of helmet/mask configurations for routine flying missions. (e.g. JHMCS/HGU-55/P)

2.9.1.2. All aircrew helmets will be subdued color or blended to match the aircraft color scheme so as not to contrast or brightly reflect off of the inside canopy or cockpit glass.

Exception: AFSOC helmets will be factory gray or urban tan. (T-1)

2.9.1.3. Foreign students may use their own helmets if systems are compatible.

However, continued use will depend on availability of maintenance procedures and replacement parts. (T-1)

2.9.1.4. Only helmet visor housings and visor fabric covers may be customized with unit approved designs. Visor housings may only be customized using elastomeric film (decals), tape or equivalent materials. Designs must not interfere with visor operations, the EEU-series goggle top latch assembly, or the NVD mounting bracket. Designs will be obliterated by removing decals or replacing visor housings or covers when necessary to comply with real world sanitization requirements. (T-1)

2.9.1.5. Aircrew helmets and masks will be stored and maintained in a specific designated area AFE section. (T-1)

2.9.1.6. Ensure flying helmets and oxygen masks are carried in the helmet bag to and from the AFE facility. The helmet and mask are the only items authorized in the main compartment of the helmet bag. The headset may be carried in the helmet bag outer pocket. (T-1)

2.9.1.7. AFE will remove and discard any food items, bug sprays, batteries, petroleum based products or any other items that may cause contamination to oxygen equipment in aircrew helmet bags. (T-1)

2.9.1.8. Aircrew will hand carry helmets and oxygen masks unless packed in a hard protective case while traveling on any commercial flight. Flight helmets, oxygen masks, 20 AFI11-301V2 20 DECEMBER 2013 and D-1 bags will not be palletized unless placed in a crush proof container to prevent damage. (T-1)

2.9.1.9. AFE will establish issue and turn-in procedures for individually issued helmets.

2.9.1.10. Infrequently worn oxygen masks will be inspected IAW applicable Technical Order (TO) guidance. (T-1)

2.9.1.11. When O2 masks are attached to helmets, only one label indicating the date due next inspection is required. Attach label to the helmet or O2 mask hard-shell, as appropriate. Exception: Parachutists oxygen masks will NOT have due date labels affixed to them. (T-1)

2.9.1.12. AFE personnel will perform postflight inspections of all helmets and masks used for flight. MAJCOMs may direct aircrew to perform their own postflight inspection. Aircrew will perform postflight inspections on helmets, masks, and NVDs when AFE support is not available. (T-1)

2.9.1.13. Flying units will not procure or use commercially procured/direct vendor purchase helmets without approval of AFLMC/WNZC (Robins AFB GA) and MAJCOM AFE office. (T-1)

2.9.1.14. HGU-56/P. Lead Command—AFGSC. Rotary-wing and tilt-rotor aircrews will wear the HGU-56/P helmets. (T-1)

2.10. Aircrew Optical Devices and Accessories.

2.10.1. Aircrew Optical Devices and Accessories General Guidance.

2.10.1.1. Aircrew Optical devices to include JHMCS, Helmet Mounted Integrated Targeting System (HMITS), NVDs, nuclear flash blindness goggles, Aircrew Laser Eye Protection (ALEP) and high contrast visors will only be worn or used by aircrew members requiring them to perform specific…