52 OG - F-16 Pilot Training Program.pdf

BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER 52OG OPERATING INSTRUCTION 11-2F-16 Vol 1

52D OPERATIONS GROUP (USAFE)

1 July 2010

Flying Operations

F-16-- Pilot Training

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANATORY

OPR: 52 OSS/OSK Certified by: 52 OG/CC

(Col Jackson L. Fox)

Supersedes: 52 OG OI 11-2F-16 Vol 1, 1 October 2008 Pages: 88

This document is intended as a single source document to provide guidance for all F-16 flying-related training within the 52 nd

Operations Group. Requirements outlined in this publication are directive in nature. 52nd

Operations Group Operating Instruction 11-2F-16 Volume 1 supplements Air Force Instruction 11-2F-16, Volume 1 which establishes the minimum Air Force standards for training and qualifying personnel performing duties in the F-16.

NOTE:

This instruction contains references to the following publications: AFTTP 3-1, AFTTP 3-3, AFI 11-2F-16V1, AFI 11-2F-16V3, AFI 11-202V3, German Mil AIP, USAFE RAP Tasking Message (RTM).

SUMMARY OF CHANGES:

This publication contains significant changes and should be thoroughly reviewed.

Chapter 1 – GENERAL PROCEDURES AND GUIDANCE

1.1. General Guidance

1.2. Objectives

1.3. Responsibilities

1.3.1. 52 OG/CC

1.3.2. 52 OSS/OSOT

1.3.3. 52 OSS/OSK

1.3.4. 52 OSS/OSOS

1.3.5. SQ CC/DO

1.3.6. FLT/CC

1.3.7. SQ DOT

1.3.8. Individual Pilots

1.4. Waiver Authority

1.5. Training Syllabus Guidance

1.6. Upgrade Entry Requirements

1.7. Supervision

1.8. Syllabus Execution

1.8.1. Mission Tasks

1.8.2. Deviations

1.8.3. Unaccomplished Tasks

1.8.4. Performance Standards

1.8.5. Program Delays

1.8.6. Fallout Options

1.9. JHMCS

1.10. NVG/TGP Training

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1.11. Simulators

1.12. Flight Publications

1.13. Range Training Officer (RTO)

Chapter 2 – GRADEBOOKS

2.1. General

2.2. Gradesheet Policy

2.3. Graded Proficiency Level

2.4. Gradebook Materials

2.5. Gradebook Review and Procedures

2.5.1. Squadron Commander

2.5.2. Operations Officer

2.5.3. Flight Commander

2.5.4. DOT

2.5.5. Instructor Pilot of Record

2.5.6. Pilots

Chapter 3 – MISSION QUALIFICATION TRAINING (MQT)

3.1. General

3.2. AAR/CWDT/Verification Requirements

3.3. Training Goals

3.4. Ground Training / Academics

3.4.1. Local Area / Theater Indoctrination

3.4.2. JHMCS

3.4.3. Advanced Targeting Pod Academics

3.5. Simulator Training

3.6. Flying Training

3.7. Night Requirement

3.8. MQT Mission Flow

3.9. MQT Syllabus

3.9.1. MQT LAO SIM

3.9.2. MQT EP SIM

3.9.3. MQT LAO

3.9.4. MQT LABFM/JHMCS-1

3.9.5. MQT HABFM

3.9.6. MQT ACM

3.9.7. MQT 2vX TI MTC

3.9.8. MQT 4vX TI MTC

3.9.9. MQT DCA

3.9.10. MQT BSA-SEAD SIM

3.9.11. MQT SEAD MTC

3.9.12. MQT SEAD

3.9.13. MQT BSA-PGM SIM

3.9.14. MQT CAS/JHMCS-2

3.9.15. MQT DEAD MTC

3.9.16. MQT MEPE

3.9.17. MQT CERT

3.9.18. MQT NIGHT

3.9.19. MQT CW SIM

3.9.20. MQT CW

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Chapter 4 – FLIGHT LEAD UPGRADE

4.1. General

4.2. Ground Training / Academics

4.3. Simulator Training

4.4. Flying Training

4.5. FLUG Mission Flow

4.6. FLUG Syllabus

4.6.1. FLUG OBFM Brief

4.6.2. FLUG DBFM

4.6.3. FLUG HABFM

4.6.4. FLUG ACM

4.6.5. FLUG 2vX TI SIM

4.6.6. FLUG 2vX TI

4.6.7. FLUG 4vX TI MTC

4.6.8. FLUG DCA

4.6.9. FLUG SEAD 3/4

4.6.10. FLUG SEAD MTC

4.6.11. FLUG SEAD

4.6.12. FLUG BSA-PGM SIM

4.6.13. FLUG BSA-GP

4.6.14. FLUG CAS

4.6.15. FLUG DEAD MTC

4.6.16. FLUG CERT

4.6.17. FLUG NIGHT

Chapter 5 – INSTRUCTOR PILOT UPGRADE

5.1. General

5.2. Training Goals

5.3. Ground Training / Academics

5.4. Simulator Training

5.5. Flying Training

5.6. Evaluation

5.7. MQT/FLUG Support

5.8. Supervision

5.9. IPUG Mission Flow

5.10. IPUG Syllabus

5.10.1. IPUG OBFM

5.10.2. IPUG DBFM

5.10.3. IPUG HABFM

5.10.4. IPUG ACM

5.10.5. IPUG 2vX TI SIM

5.10.6. IPUG 4vX TI MTC

5.10.7. IPUG DCA

5.10.8. IPUG BSA-SEAD SIM

5.10.9. IPUG SEAD MTC

5.10.10. IPUG SEAD

5.10.11. IPUG BSA-GP MTC

5.10.11. IPUG BSA-PGM SIM

5.10.12. IPUG CAS

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5.10.13. IPUG DEAD MTC

5.10.14. IPUG CERT

5.10.15. IPUG NIGHT

Chapter 6 – TARGETING POD (TGP) UPGRADE

Chapter 7 – MISSION COMMANDER (MC) UPGRADE

ATTACHMENTS (ENTRY LETTERS)

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1. GENERAL PROCEDURES AND GUIDANCE

1.1. GENERAL GUIDANCE. The requirements in this document are directive in nature. Instructor pilots

(IP)/squadron supervisors (SS) are responsible for ensuring strict compliance with the mission tasks, execution elements, and the evaluation of upgrade pilots based on performance standards. This Operating

Instruction (OI) outlines upgrade programs for Mission Qualification Training (MQT), Flight Lead

Upgrade (FLUG), Instructor Pilot Upgrade (IPUG), Mission Commander (MC), Joint Helmet Mounted

Cueing System (JHMCS), and (Advanced) Targeting Pod (ATP/TGP) training. In cases where specific situations are not adequately covered, pilots will advise SQ/DOT, who will determine an appropriate solution through the SQ/DO, 52 OSS/OSOT, and if necessary USAFE/A3T.

1.2. OBJECTIVES. 52 OG has the following operation training objectives:

1.2.1. Train in support of Desired Operational Capability (DOC) statement.

1.2.2. Incorporate real-world threats and intelligence from anticipated operating locations.

1.2.3. Train safely, fostering good judgment, airmanship, systems expertise, and leadership.

1.2.4. Complete MQT within USAFE Rap Tasking Message (RTM) and AFI 11-2F-16V1 dictated timeline. Complete FLUG and IPUG within 3 months of starting the program. Complete all other upgrades within 1 month.

1.3. RESPONSIBILITIES. The following are responsibilities which relate to training:

1.3.1. The 52 OG/CC will:

1.3.1.1. Be responsible for all training of 52 FW pilots.

1.3.1.2. Ensure sufficient training resources are available to meet training requirements.

1.3.1.3. Annually review training tasking and make adjustments to better support DOC missions.

1.3.1.4. Identify shortfalls in training resources to HQ 3 AF and HQ USAFE for remedy.

1.3.1.5. Be the approval authority for all MQT and IPUG upgrades.

1.3.2. 52 OSS/OSOT will:

1.3.2.1. Assist squadrons in meeting established training requirements.

1.3.2.2. Provide necessary information to OG/CC to monitor training progression.

1.3.2.3. Provide liaison with HQ USAFE on training issues.

1.3.2.4. Provide USAFE with API 6/8 pilot training level changes (CMR/BMC).

1.3.2.5. Maintain, distribute and annually review 52OG Pilot Training Program as office of concurrent responsibility (OCR).

1.3.2.6. Act as POC of standardization for training items throughout the flying squadrons.

1.3.3. 52 OSS/OSK will:

1.3.3.1. Review and revise 52OG training syllabus as office of primary responsibility (OPR).

1.3.3.2. Provide continuity in the instruction of tactical knowledge.

1.3.3.3. Standardize and maintain all upgrade academics.

1.3.3.4. Ensure sufficient munitions are available to meet training requirements.

1.3.4. 52 OSS/OSOS will:

1.3.4.1. Assist squadrons in effectively managing the scheduling of training assets.

1.3.4.2. Act as a focal point for outside training opportunities.

1.3.5. SQ/CC and SQ/DO will:

1.3.5.1. Ensure squadrons are qualified to meet peacetime and wartime tasking.

1.3.5.2. Ensure squadrons accomplish all training requirements IAW AFI 11-2F-16V1.

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1.3.5.3. Plan MQT, flight lead, and instructor upgrades within the squadron training cycle.

1.3.5.4. Review flight surgeon training requirements and determine flight restrictions.

1.3.5.5. Be the approval authority for all upgrades except MQT and IPUG.

1.3.6. FLT/CCs will:

1.3.6.1. Review and tailor all upgrade programs to the individual pilot’s needs.

1.3.6.2. Monitor the progress and proficiency of flight members.

1.3.6.3. Nominate flight members for upgrades when qualified and ready.

1.3.6.4. Schedule upgrade training IAW this instruction.

1.3.6.5. Ensure all upgrade training is properly documented and perform gradebook reviews.

1.3.6.6. Be familiar with requirements of this instruction and AFI 11-2F-16V1.

1.3.7. SQ/DOT will:

1.3.7.1. Build upgrade programs for in-bound pilots.

1.3.7.2. Advise SQ/CC/DO on AFI 11-2F-16V1 & USAFE RTM requirements.

1.3.7.3. Assist FLT/CCs in properly documenting upgrade training.

1.3.7.4. Provide inputs to 52 OSS/OSOT for the Monthly Wing Training Products.

1.3.7.5. Track all squadron flying related training and currencies.

1.3.7.6. Build and monitor pilot grade books IAW this document.

1.3.7.7. Build and maintain squadron First Flight Checklist

1.3.8. Individual pilots will:

1.3.8.1. Monitor training requirements for continuity and currencies.

1.3.8.2. Keep grade book current and in order.

1.3.8.3. Ensure all prerequisites are completed for scheduled events.

1.3.8.4. Inform their flight commander immediately if scheduled for an event in which they are not current or qualified.

1.4. WAIVER AUTHORITY. 52 OG/CC is the waiver authority for this operating instruction. 52 OG/CC is the waiver authority for any changes to approved MQT or IPUG programs. SQ/CC is the waiver authority for all upgrade programs other than MQT and IPUG.

1.5. TRAINING SYLLABUS GUIDANCE. This document will be serve as an base reference for all operational ground and flying training for 52 FW F-16 pilots. 11-2F-16V1, 11-202V1, and the 52FW IP

Pillars will be referenced as required for clarification in meeting training objectives.

1.5.1. OSOT and OSK will conduct an annual review of the syllabus. SQ/CCs/DOs, weapons officers, and instructors will provide inputs to ensure the syllabus accurately describes the 52 FW training process. The annual review recommendations will be approved by the OG/CC.

1.5.2. OSK is responsible for publishing and distributing all revisions to this document.

1.5.3. Each mission description defines the line-up, configuration, objectives, and syllabus events.

Items marked * are events that must be accomplished before the upgrade is complete. Amplifying notes and a list of the minimum events necessary to complete the ride are also provided.

1.6. UPGRADE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. Flight Commanders will carefully evaluate the flying qualifications of newly assigned pilots. Qualifications held in other units may be accepted by SQ/CC

(DO in CC’s absence). Previous qualifications identified for acceptance will be annotated in the upgrade pilot’s gradebook. Flight commanders will recommend specific upgrade guidance. Operations Officers will review and Squadron Commanders will sign the program entry letter. The Operations Group

Commander will review the recommended MQT and IPUG programs.

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1.6.1. Obtain appropriate approval prior to beginning any upgrade training. The qualifications required are listed in each upgrade section.

1.6.2. Pilots not CMR/BMC may participate in local exercises under proper supervision with SQ/CC approval. Pilots in MQT will not fly in FLAG-level exercises or Weapons School support sorties

(IAW AFI 11-2F-16V1).

1.7. SUPERVISION. Supervision includes the SQ/CC, SQ/DO, SQ/ADO’s, and flight commanders.

1.7.1. Upgrades will be supervised IAW AFI 11-2F-16V1 or this syllabus, whichever is more restrictive.

1.7.2. An instructor normally upgrades only one member of a flight per sortie. On combined

IPUG/MQT sorties, one IP can upgrade both the IPUG and MQT students, provided adequate supervision for both students is maintained.

1.7.3. The IP or supervisor must be current and qualified in the upgrade event.

1.8. SYLLABUS EXECUTION.

1.8.1. MISSION TASKS. Each upgrade has mission tasks outlined for each sortie. Mission tasks that are required for effective completion of the ride are annotated with an asterisk (*). In addition to the required mission tasks, there are other tasks required to be accomplished during each upgrade.

These additional tasks will be signed off by the IP of record on the program entry letter.

1.8.2. DEVIATIONS. All deviations from a signed MQT or IPUG program must be approved by the

Operations Group commander. The SQ/CC will approve deviations to all other upgrades. Ensure all deviations are annotated in the upgrade pilot’s grade book.

1.8.3. UNACCOMPLISHED TASKS. Required missions tasks which are not accomplished will be annotated on the ―Unaccomplished Tasks Log‖ in the UP’s gradebook as well as in the ―remarks section‖ of the mission grade sheet. All required tasks must be accomplished to complete the upgrade. Unaccomplished tasks remaining after the upgrade certification sortie must be completed with appropriate supervision to the designated performance standard before accomplishing the task unsupervised. Failure to execute required mission tasks will result in an incomplete sortie and may result in a non-effective sortie. The IP of record, in consultation with the UP’s FLT/CC or higher, will determine if unaccomplished tasks warrant a non-effective grade or an incomplete grade. IPs assigning additional training will track it as an unaccomplished task.

1.8.4. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS. The UP must meet or exceed the performance standards as detailed in the ―Performance Standards‖ section of each mission profile prior to progression. IPs will consult the ―52 FW IP Pillars‖ prior to each flight for further guidance.

1.8.5. PROGRAM DELAYS. If more than 14 calendar days elapse between MQT sorties, an additional review sortie will be flown before continuing in the program (IAW AFI 11-2F-16V1).

1.8.6. FALLOUT OPTIONS. All 4-ship syllabus missions may be effective as a 3-ship due to fallout.

The student must maintain required supervision, and the required mission tasks must be accomplished.

1.9. JHMCS. JHMCS training is incorporated in the MQT syllabus. If JHMCS is not available prior to MQT

BFM-1/JHMCS-1, JHMCS-1 will be flown as a dedicated sortie prior to using JHMCS on subsequent sorties. The A/G portion of the JHMCS upgrade is fulfilled during the A/G portion of MQT whenever it becomes available. If a pilot completes MQT without JHMCS, MQT BFM-1/JHMCS-1 and MQT

CAS/JHMCS-2 are required as dedicated sorties or as one combined sortie prior to unrestricted use. All other training will be accomplished at squadron commander’s discretion (TX, previously experienced, etc).

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1.10. NVG/TGP TRAINING. This training document assumes that inbound pilots are previously qualified as

NVG wingmen, and previously qualified with TGP (LANTIRN or Advanced TGP). MQT, FLUG, and

IPUG syllabi incorporate both NVG and TGP training. In the rare event that a pilot has no previous qualification in these items, SQ DOT will develop a specialized qualification program IAW AFI 11-2F-

16V1 guidance, approved by the SQ/CC. Reference the TGP section of this document for further guidance on TGP and ATP qualifications.

1.11. SIMULATORS.

1.11.1. The syllabus denotes which simulator events can be completed in the WTT, MTC, or either. All simulator events (except emergency procedure simulators) may be accomplished airborne at the discretion of the SQ/CC/DO.

1.11.2. Simulator events accomplished in a single cockpit at the MTC (i.e. LAO, MEPE, etc.) are referred to as SIM in this syllabus.

1.11.3. When MTC is listed, multiple cockpits are used and connected for the same coordinated mission.

1.11.4. Unless otherwise coordinated, briefings for MTC missions will be scheduled 1 hour prior to container time to allow for transit and MTC setup prior to mission.

1.12. FLIGHT PUBLICATIONS. CCV will provide each new pilot with a 1-F16CM-1 checklist, a 1-F-

16CM-34-1 checklist, and a 52FW In-flight Guide. The 1-F16CM-1, Local Master Question File, Emergency Procedures Evaluation Study Guide, Local Chapter 8, and Unclassified F-16 Standards attachment are available online or in hard copy by request.

1.13. RANGE TRAINING OFFICER (RTO). Saber Control RTOs should be used for opposed sorties in a missionized scenario. Missions such as SEAD, DEAD, CAS, and LFEs may warrant a white force RTO depending on the scenario. The RTO upgrade program is outlined in attachment 9.7 RTO UPGRADE

PROGRAM AND ENTRY LETTER.

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2. GRADEBOOKS

2.1. GENERAL. Squadrons will maintain a separate gradebook for each pilot. SQ/DOT will maintain one master flight surgeon gradebook. Program upgrade letters will remain in the pilot’s gradebook.

Gradebooks will be given to the pilots when they PCS. Label the gradebook with the pilot’s name and flight, and maintain IAW AFI 11-2F-16V1.

2.2. GRADESHEET POLICY. IPs of record will complete gradesheets for each syllabus sortie/SIM/MTC the same day that it is accomplished. Squadrons will establish procedures to monitor upgrades for prerequisite completion, continuity, and timeliness of completion. Subsequent events will not be flown without the previous gradesheet being reviewed and initialed by the IP of Record for that event. Add additional training requirements as unaccomplished tasks.

2.3. GRADED PROFICIENCY LEVEL (GPL).

2.3.1. Overall missions and individual events will be graded with the following standard:

2.3.1.1. U - (UNKNOWN) PERFORMANCE NOT OBSERVED OR THE ELEMENT WAS

NOT PERFORMED.

2.3.1.2. D - (DANGEROUS) PERFORMANCE WAS UNSAFE.

2.3.1.3. 0 - PERFORMANCE INDICATES LACK OF ABILITY OR KNOWLEDGE

2.3.1.4. 1 - PERFORMANCE WAS SAFE BUT INDICATES LIMITED PROFICIENCY.

MAKES ERRORS OF OMISSION OR COMMISSION.

2.3.1.5. 2 - PERFORMANCE WAS ESSENTIALLY CORRECT. RECOGNIZES AND

CORRECTS ERRORS.

2.3.1.6. 3 - PERFORMANCE IS CORRECT, EFFICIENT, SKILLFUL AND WITHOUT

HESITATION.

2.3.1.7. 4 - PERFORMANCE INDICATES SUPERIOR PROFICIENCY

2.3.2. Missions with an overall grade of ―1‖ or less will be re-flown for student non-progression (SNP).

2.3.3. Any individual event graded as ―DANGEROUS‖ will result in an overall grade of ―0‖ and a non-effective mission.

2.4. GRADEBOOK MATERIALS. The master gradebook format is owned by OSOT. Gradebooks will be created in accordance with this format. Squadron DOT will coordinate for any changes to the contents of the gradebook with OSOT to ensure general standardization across the wing. Squadron mission specific items that deviate from the master gradebook format are authorized.

2.5. GRADEBOOK REVIEW AND PROCEDURES.

2.5.1. SQUADRON COMMANDER. Squadron commanders will review and/or approve all pilots’ upgrade programs and will review gradebooks following any certification sortie or change on the

Form 1381 (Aircrew Qualifications). This will be denoted by his signature on the form 1381 or checklist required for the upgrade.

2.5.2. OPERATIONS OFFICER. The DO will review gradebooks as required to plan for future upgrades and specialized training. The DO will approve additional training by initialing the appropriate section on the gradesheet. The DO will review all upgrade programs.

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2.5.3. FLIGHT COMMANDER. FLT/CCs will review gradesheets of pilots in upgrades each week.

FLT/CCs will review all other sections and other pilots’ gradebooks each month. For new pilots, the UP’s FLT/CC will assemble the gradebook, Flight Evaluation Folder (FEF) and previous gradebooks. The FLT/CC will ensure completion of the biographical sheet and will schedule interviews with the DO and CC. The FLT/CC will ensure DO review and CC approval of the

MQT program. The FLT/CC then will schedule an interview with the 52OG/CC and will forward the gradebook and FEF to the 52OG/CC NLT one day prior to the pilot’s interview. After the interview, the UP will return the gradebook and FEF to DOT.

2.5.4. DOT. DOT will review the gradebooks monthly to ensure agreement with the LOXs and to ensure proper documentation of the all programs and gradesheets.

2.5.5. INSTRUCTOR PILOT OF RECORD. Gradesheets should be written to the next instructor to promote continuity in students’ upgrades. Any item marked lower than the required level requires a specific comment explaining the downgrade. IPORs are encouraged (but not required) to highlight items graded above required level. Annotate any additional tasks assigned to students as an

―unaccomplished task‖ in the front of the gradebook section.

2.5.6. PILOTS. Pilots will review their gradebooks quarterly. When in an active upgrade, pilots will review gradebooks monthly to ensure proper completion of gradesheets and documentation of sorties and unaccomplished tasks. Pilots will work with their FLT/CC to ensure unaccomplished tasks/events are accomplished expeditiously and not flown CT until accomplished.

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3. MISSION QUALIFICATION TRAINING (MQT)

3.1. GENERAL. The MQT program is designed to quickly prepare new 52 FW pilots for CMR and BMC status. This program expands on previous training to provide F-16 Block 50 specifics, but does not re-accomplish previous training events in most cases. For pilots with a current mission evaluation IAW 11-

2F-16V2 the minimum requirements are LAO SIM, LAO, and appropriate theater-specific ground training events. Additional events will be planned to ensure UP ability to accomplish unit assigned taskings. Accomplish this program IAW AFI 11-2F-16V1, the USAFE Rap Tasking Message (RTM) and this syllabus.

First Flight IAW USAFE RTM (currently 21 days)

MQT Completion 90 days after starting MQT

Night Sortie OG night waiver guidance applies, see paragraph 3.7

Verification 90 days after CMR/BMC

CWDT 90 days after CMR/BMC

AAR 90 days after CMR/BMC

3.2. AAR/CWDT/VERIFICATION REQUIREMENTS. AAR, initial CWDT flight, and verification training will be completed within 90 days of completing MQT. SQ/CC may accept AAR completed in

IQT to fulfill MQT requirements. Failure to comply results in regression to N-CMR/BMC status.

3.3. TRAINING GOALS. Prepare new pilots for the 52 FW mission as quickly as possible.

3.3.1. MQT is the 52 OG/CC's number one priority upgrade program. Pilots in the MQT program will be scheduled for at least 3 upgrade events per week to the maximum extent. The normal B-Course graduate should complete MQT within 90 days of starting the program. Pilots with shorter programs should be completed proportionally sooner. USAFE requires notification, through 52

OSS/OSOT, of pilots who will not complete the MQT certification sortie within 90 days. Upon

MQT certification, they will be placed on CMR/BMC status and can fly any Continuation Training sorties for which they are qualified. Any remaining unaccomplished tasks/events must be flown

IAW the syllabus (i.e. flown with IP/Squadron Sup, etc.).

3.3.2. Trainees will document all non-effective training and breaks in training on the 52 FW Sortie

Log/Unaccomplished Task Log sheet in the gradebook. They will include duration and reason

(e.g. Duties Not Including Flying (DNIF), weather, emergency leave, maintenance, etc.).

3.4. GROUND TRAINING/ACADEMICS.

3.4.1. LOCAL AREA ACADEMICS/THEATER INDOCTRINATION. The 52OG Local Area

Orientation (LAO) academics (OPR: 52OG/OGV) provide each pilot with Local Area flying procedures, Block 50 Differences (if required) and GE-129 differences (if required). Pilots must receive instruction on instrument procedures, basic airmanship, and theater indoctrination. This training is required for all newly assigned pilots. Pilots must complete LAO academics within 72 hours of the LAO flight.

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3.4.2. JHMCS ACADEMICS. New pilots who are not JHMCS qualified will receive academics prior to flying with JHMCS.

3.4.2.1. Pre-flight fitting and maintenance

3.4.2.2. Cockpit pre-flight and donning, removing

3.4.2.3. Alignment procedures

3.4.2.4. Displays and de-clutter options

3.4.2.5. A/A capabilities and limitations (including AIM-9X employment)

3.4.2.6. A/G capabilities and limitations

3.4.2.7. WVR and BVR station-keeping capabilities and limitations

3.4.2.8. Night, dawn and dusk considerations

3.4.2.9. WX and instrument approach considerations

3.4.2.10. Human Factors affecting performance and perceptions

3.4.2.11. JHMCS contingencies and trouble-shooting

3.4.2.12. Degraded or failed operations and stowage

3.4.3. ADVANCED TARGETING POD ACADEMICS

3.4.3.1. Pre-flight, operations limitations

3.4.3.2. Ground Operations

3.4.3.3. A/A Capabilities (A/A Bias, TOI slewed, Point Track)

3.4.3.4. A/G Capabilities (FOV, IR, TV, XR, Zoom, Frag Circle, Waypoint, Laser, Laser Marker)

3.4.3.5. Precision Coordinate Generation

3.4.3.6. Weapons cueing and guidance

3.4.3.7. Bomb hit assessment and scene interpretation

3.5. SIMULATOR TRAINING. Simulator training will be accomplished in the MTC, unless otherwise noted. All simulator missions (except emergency procedure simulators) may be accomplished airborne at the discretion of the SQ/CC/DO. This allows for syllabus completion in the event of simulator fallout.

3.6. FLYING TRAINING.

3.6.1. AFI11-2F-16V1 requires the following events during MQT flying training prior to MR CERT:

3.6.1.1. Trail departure

3.6.1.2. Radar trail arrival

3.6.1.3. Precision approach

3.6.1.4. Non-precision approach

3.6.1.5. Airborne simulated EP with SOF coordination

3.6.2. 52OG REQUIRED EVENTS: The 52OG/CC requires the following events during MQT training prior to MR CERT:

3.6.2.1. Instrument approach at a non-USAFE base

3.6.2.2. VFR pattern orientation

3.6.3. Although AFI 11-2F-16V1 and 52 OG required events may be listed as MISSION TASKS on multiple sorties, they need only be accomplished to a satisfactory level once during MQT.

3.6.4. Reference AFI 11-2F-16V1 for reporting requirements (if any) in the event the CMR pilot does not:

3.6.4.1. Complete AAR within 90 days of MR CERT.

3.6.4.2. Complete Initial CW Training (ICWT) within 90 days of MR CERT.

3.6.4.3. Complete Night MQT within 90 days of MR CERT.

3.6.4.4. Verify within 90 days of MR CERT.

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3.6.5. If the UP was not cleared solo Day AAR during the B- or TX-Course, AAR is a required item within 90 days of MR CERT (IAW 11-2F-16V1). If the UP was not cleared solo Night AAR during the B- or TX-Course, the Night AAR is a required item on the MQT NIGHT sortie. In this case, the IP will annotate accomplishing Night AAR on the MQT NIGHT gradesheet.

3.6.6. MQT missions may be flown in conjunction with IPUG sorties at the discretion of the

SQ/CC/DO, provided both students are able to meet required training objectives and both students are supervised IAW 11-2F-16V1.

3.7. NIGHT REQUIREMENT. The night MQT upgrade will consist of one NVG sortie. Due to the limited ability to fly nights at Spangdahlem, especially during the summer months, this 52OG OI serves as a standing OG waiver to the 11-2F-16V1 requirement to complete night MQT within 90 days of

CMR/BMC certification or regress to N-CMR/N-BMC until training is complete. Squadrons will make every effort to complete the night MQT requirement during the first available night flying week.

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3.8. MQT MISSION FLOW

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3.9. MQT SYLLABUS.

3.9.1 LAO SIM, (Part Task Training: Local Area Orientation)

LINE-UP: SIM-IP, UP

DEVICE: MTC (1 cockpit)

CONFIGURATION: A/G

AIRSPACE: N/A

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: 1.5 hours MTC container time

ADVERSARY SUPPORT: N/A

PREREQUISITES: LAO ACADEMICS

MISSION OBJECTIVES:

- Familiarize UP with local area procedures and approaches at Spangdahlem, Ramstein, and Norvenich.

- Familiarize UP with GE Engine performance and emergency procedure differences.

- Practice Link-16 operations and familiarize UP with local Link-16 setup.

- Practice Block 50 switches, avionics, and checklist procedures.

MISSION TASKS:

*Cockpit familiarization

*Normal ground Operations

Link 16 network entry

*Standard instrument departure

*Local VFR pattern and procedures

*Link 16 / Data-link procedures

*Unusual attitude recovery

Unintentional weather entry procedures

*Instrument approaches at Spangdahlem AB

*ILS RWY 23

*ILS RWY 05

*Circling approach

*Emergency divert procedures

*Instrument approach at Ramstein AB

Emergency procedures

*ILS (HUD out)

*Straight-in/Overhead SFO

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

Demonstrate understanding of local area procedures

Display proficiency in instrument navigation and approaches to B-cat mins

Demonstrate proficiency in Link 16 network entry and operations

Demonstrate ability to safely and effectively operate the BLK-50 F-16CM

NOTES:

Approaches should be flown to CAT B weather mins. Fly at least one approach to each runway at

Spangdahlem. For emergency divert procedures, discuss both short-range diverts to Ramstein as well as long-range diverts to Lakenheath with British airspace and terminology differences.

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3.9.2 EP SIM, (Part Task Training: Emergency Procedures)

CONFIGURATION: A/G

AIRSPACE: N/A

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: 1.5 hours MTC container time

PREREQUISITES: LAO SIM

Practice F-16CM Block 50 CAPs. Practice other emergencies.

*Engine start emergencies

*All CAPs

*EPs for every phase of flight

*Local instrument departure

*IMC SFO

*Unusual attitude recoveries

Unintentional weather entry (route abort) procedures

Safely and effectively recover an F-16 with degraded or inoperative systems

Correctly perform all CAPs

Effectively use the checklist, IFG, SOF, and other cockpit resources throughout mission

The emphasis of this sortie is emergency procedures. The IP should brief Block 50 CAPs, local normal and emergency procedures, and IMC considerations during emergencies. Ensure UP receives several engine malfunction EPs.

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3.9.3 LAO, (Part Task Training: Local Area Orientation and AHC)

LINE-UP: IP/SS, UP

DEVICE: F-16, F-16

CONFIGURATION: CAT I (if required for AHC)

AIRSPACE: 30 minutes of TRA

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: N/A

PREREQUISITES: EP SIM, First Flight Checklist

- Introduce LINK-16 mission planning, set-up, initialization, and usage in the local area.

- Familiarize UP to preflight, IFR and VFR in-flight procedures in the local environment.

- Regain precision approach, ACBT, landing, and SFO currency if necessary.

- Review AGSM and re-acclimate body to high-G environment.

- Review F-16 advanced handling characteristics.

- Clear UP for solo flight within the local area.

LINK-16 Ground initialization and trouble shooting

SSTO

G-awareness turns (7+ Gz desired)

Instrument departure

Vertical recovery (required to regain ACBT currency)

Additional AHC maneuvers (as desired by IP / 1 minimum required to regain ACBT currency)

Instrument approach at Ramstein AB

*Instrument approach at Non-USAFE base (PAR desired)

*Lost-wingman exercise

*Airborne simulated EP w/SOF coordination (CAP scenario preferred)

Radar trail recovery

*Spangdahlem VFR pattern orientation

Precision approach at Spangdahlem

SFO

Demonstrate proficiency in instrument navigation and local area procedures

Demonstrate AHC proficiency (if required for ACBT recurrency)

LAO academics must be accomplished within 72 hours of MQT LAO. May be flown single-ship in an

F-16D with an IP/SS in the RCP. Non-currency in certain events, such as landing, may require IP-level supervision IAW 11-2F-16V1. Simulated airborne EP may be concluded at discretion of IP/SS after appropriate coordination and in-flight planning has occurred. Completion of all required items for this mission constitutes clearance for unsupervised solo flight in the local area.

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3.9.4 MQT LABFM, (Part Task Training: Low Aspect BFM / JHMCS-1)

LINE-UP: IP, UP

CONFIGURATION: CAT 1 without wing tanks, AIM-9X desired for familiarization

AIRSPACE: 30 minutes of TRA

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: N/A

PREREQUISITES: LAO / JHMCS academics (if not previously qualified)

- Introduce JHMCS pre-flight, ground ops, A/A applications and station keeping operations.

- Familiarize UP with offensive and defensive BFM maneuvers from long range and short range.

- Offensive: Execute proper turn circle entry, preserve range while solving aspect angle and heading crossing angle, maintain the offensive, recognize WEZ and employ valid ordnance.

- Defensive: Execute effective break turn, manage lift vector and power in relation to the adversary.

Exploit adversary errors. Execute timely and effective threat reactions.

- Recognize and avoid TR violations (floor, bubble, etc).

Formation takeoff

JHMCS in-flight alignment

JHMCS/LINK-16 cue accuracy demo (PDLT)

Airborne demo of JHMCS/LINK-16 station keeping applications

Missile-to-Guns Exercise

*9K Offensive Perch Set

*3K Offensive Perch Set

*9K Defensive Perch Set

*3K Defensive Perch Set

6K Perch Sets

Formation landing

Demonstrate basic proficiency in offensive and defensive BFM

Maneuver to a stable gun WEZ

Recognize shots of opportunity

Employ valid weapons

Maintain/regain tallies

Recognize adversary WEZ and make timely reactions

Familiarize with JHMCS operations

UP should receive BFM instruction that builds on previous basic BFM training, highlighting Block 50 capabilities (JHMCS, AIM-9X, GE-129). Assess UP’s G-awareness, emphasize UP’s grasp of TRs, bubble, floor/fuel awareness and aircraft handling. UP will be authorized for unrestricted use of the 500’ bubble upon completion of this mission. Fighter and adversary have unlimited ordnance and PGU bullets; debrief to 5‖ gun.

Kills IAW AFTTP 3-1.Shot/Kill with gun only.

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3.9.5. MQT HABFM, (Part Task Training: High Aspect BFM)

CONFIGURATION: CAT 1 without wing tanks, AIM-9X desired

AIRSPACE: 30 minutes of TRA

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: N/A

PREREQUISITES: MQT LABFM

- Practice JHMCS pre-flight, ground ops, A/A applications and station keeping operations.

- Practice high aspect BFM.

- Recognize and avoid TR violations (floor, bubble, etc).

JHMCS in-flight alignment

BFM proficiency exercise(s) (e.g. ranging exercise, cross-turn exercise)

*High Aspect BFM

*Butterfly setup

*Offensive Beam setup

*Defensive Beam setup

Weapons employment

Demonstrate basic proficiency in high aspect BFM

Execute effective lead turns, lift vector control, and energy management

Recognize and deny/defeat adversary WEZ

Recognize shots of opportunity

Employ valid weapons

Maintain/regain tallies

UP should receive BFM instruction that builds on previous basic BFM training, highlighting Block 50 capabilities (JHMCS, AIM-9X, GE-129). The threat for butterfly sets is a thrust limited AA-11 shooter with a helmet mounted sight and PGU. Other sets are against a full-up AA-11 shooter. Students should see a both 1-circle and 2-circle fights. Sortie will incorporate JHMCS usage and AIM-9X if available. Assess UP’s G-awareness, grasp of TRs, bubble, floor/fuel awareness and aircraft handling. Setups are IAW the standards, loadout 3x1 and unlimited PGU; debrief to 5‖ gun. Kills require 2 valid missile shots separated by missile time of flight, or a gun kill IAW AFTTP 3-1.

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3.9.6. MQT ACM, (Part Task Training: Element WVR Air Combat Maneuvering)

LINE-UP: IP, UP, P, P

DEVICE: F-16, F-16, F-xx, F-xx

CONFIGURATION: CAT 1 without wing tanks, AIM-9X desired

AIRSPACE: 30-60 minutes of TRA time

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: N/A

ADVERSARY SUPPORT: 2 desired, 1 required.

PREREQUISITES: MQT HABFM

- Practice JHMCS/LINK-16 usage in a formation employment environment.

- Review and practice ACM contracts and communications.

- Practice executing visual lookout and short range radar mechanization.

- Recognize and exploit all available WEZs.

- Effectively flow from visual to contractual deconfliction and back.

*Defensive perch setups (≥ 2)

*Intercept to ACM (≥ 1)

DR tactic execution as notching fighter

Tap-the-Cap

Demonstrate proficiency in element air-to-air maneuvering

Correctly establish and execute ACM roles

Correctly flow between visual and contractual deconfliction

Fly appropriate BFM

Employ valid weapons with clear avenue of fire as required

On the defensive perch sets, emphasize correct BFM decisions using aggressive split-plane maneuvering while maintaining deconfliction responsibility if required. Incorporate JHMCS and AIM-9X (lock and no-lock) use. Intercept sets should be from short range setups (30NM max). The DLO of this sortie is effective element

A/A maneuvering – focus on deconfliction constructs/responsibilities and visual maneuvering, not BVR radar work. Use Serial 1 ID criteria (VID). Flight leads should be group owners with wingmen focusing on formation first, then fulfilling their auto-share contract. Emphasize spike awareness and deconfliction while executing

Launch and Decide tactics. For Intercepts to ACM, IPs should allow for mature engagements that require follow-on ACM at the merge (i.e. declare ―Pk miss‖ when desired). Load-out is 3x1 with 5‖ of PGU, with kills

IAW AFTTP 3-1. Red air uses Link-16 XMT-NONE.

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3.9.7 MQT 2vX TI MTC, (Part Task Training: Tactical Intercepts—2vX L&D)

DEVICE: MTC, MTC

CONFIGURATION: A/A (5x1)

AIRSPACE: N/A

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: 1.5 hours MTC container time

ADVERSARY SUPPORT: 4th gen radar threat

PREREQUISITES: MQT ACM

- Practice AFTTP 3-1.F-16 standard Launch and Decide (BANZAI) tactics.

- Practice BVR to WVR transition in order to ID and execute merge cleanup.

- Practice FCR mechanics and contracts IAW AFTTP 3-1.F16 Attachment 8.

- Practice AFTTP 3-1 valid AIM-120, and AIM-9 weapons employment.

Ground avionics set up to support L/D tactics

Trail departure

*Building block 2vX VID intercepts on L/D flow:

Single group unaware (heavy), low altitude (VID required)

Single group aware (no spike, visual bracket)

Single group aware – Spike #1

Single group aware – Spike #2

2 group range <FR with decoy

2 group azimuth <FR with decoy

*AAMD

BVR ID mech

*Weapon employment

AIM-9X max range employment

Familiar with 3-1.F-16 element contracts, radar, and ID mechanization

Demonstrate proficiency in wingman contract execution

Demonstrate proficiency in weapons employment

Familiar with all aspect missile defense (AAMD)

Demonstrate proficiency in AFTTP 3-1 standard air-to-air communication

Understand standard L/D timeline, planning assumptions, and tactics

This MTC is a part task trainer designed to practice element BANZAI. Use AFTTP 3-1.F-16 standard timeline, targeting and sorting contracts with Serial 1 ID criteria (VID). BANZAI via DR tactics with a 1:1 force ratio, accepting neutral merges. For single group presentations, the wingman should be the primary group owner at range. Link-16 surveillance tracks will be off initially and turned on at IP discretion. Decoy groups should be used to test UP’s targeting contract execution (maneuver comm, drop criteria, etc.) and short range sort mech for follow-on BANZAI flow.

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3.9.8 MQT 4vX TI MTC, (Part Task Training: Tactical Intercepts—4vX L&L / L&D)

LINE-UP: IP, UP, P, P or IP, UP, IP, UP

DEVICE: MTC, MTC, MTC, MTC

CONFIGURATION: A/A (5x1)

AIRSPACE: N/A

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: 1.5 hrs MTC container time, C2 desired

ADVERSARY SUPPORT: 4

th gen radar threat

PREREQUISITES: MQT 2vX TI MTC

- Execute Counter Air contracts IAW AFTTP 3-1.F-16 standards.

- Familiarize UP with F-16 onboard avionics to achieve a PID

- Practice short range recommits from cold ops.

- Communicate using AFTTP 3-1 terminology.

- Employ valid ordnance IAW AFTTP 3-1, Counter-Air Hierarchy, and briefed shot doctrine.

- Introduce EA considerations.

Ground avionics set-up to support PID, BVR AIM-120 employment and A/A threat reactions

PID matrix fulfillment via on-board means

*Cold Operations Setups

*4vX Tactical Intercepts showing variety of flows/tactics/mixed declarations

EA groups

Demonstrate proficiency in radar contract execution and mechanization

Demonstrate proficiency in formation responsibilities

Demonstrate proficiency in AFTTP 3-1 communications

Practice obtaining a PID via on-board avionics

Familiarize with EA considerations

Use the standard A/A gameplan IAW 3-1.F16, Attachment 8, using a 2:1 force ratio. Launch and leave flow is SKATE (when able), and shot doctrine is Rpi per contact. Use Link-16 surveillance tracks on at least one set.

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3.9.9 MQT DCA, (Missionized: Defensive Counter Air)

DEVICE: F-16, F-16, F-16, F-16

CONFIGURATION:

AIRSPACE: 40-60 minutes of TRA time

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: C2 (desired), RTO (desired)

ADVERSARY SUPPORT: ≥ 4 adversaries (3 required)

PREREQUISITES: MQT 4vX TI MTC

- Execute Counter Air contracts IAW AFTTP 3-1.F-16 standards in a missionized scenario

- Familiarize UP with F-16 onboard avionics to achieve a PID

- Communicate using AFTTP 3-1 terminology

- Employ valid ordnance IAW AFTTP 3-1, Counter Air Hierarchy, and briefed shot doctrine

- Familiarize UP with EA considerations

Tactical departure

A/A system checks

Fence checks

C2 coordination (if available)

*Continuous DCA vul (>2 engagements)

Weapon employment

EA groups

Battle damage check

Tactical recovery

Demonstrate proficiency in formation responsibilities

Demonstrate proficiency in Counter Air contracts IAW AFTTP 3-1.F16 ATT-8

Demonstrate proficiency in valid weapons employment with Positive ID

Demonstrate proficiency in AFTTP 3-1 communications

Familiarize with EA considerations

Execute a missionized A/A gameplan in a continuous vul DCA point defense scenario. This sortie may be effective if executed as a 3-ship due to fallout.

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3.9.10 MQT BSA-SEAD SIM, (Part Task Training: BSA with HARM Targeting System)

LINE-UP: UP, IP or UP, SIM-IP (if flown in MTC)

DEVICE: WTT (or MTC, 1-cockpit)

CONFIGURATION: 3x1, 2xHARM, HTS pod, TGP, ALE-50

AIRSPACE: N/A

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: 1.5 hours WTT or MTC time (1-cockpit)

PREREQUISITES: MQT 4vX TI MTC

- Practice SEAD avionics set-up and ground operations.

- Practice HTS and HARM operations and employment modes in a cooperative EW environment.

- Practice SEAD contract execution IAW AFTTP 3-1.F-16 ATT 8

Pre-Mission SEAD planning

*Ground avionics setup (HAD, SMS, WPN, FCR, TGP, ELINT loading, etc.)

*PT ranging setup and mechanization

*Datalink setup and operation (IDM/IDT and Link-16)

*HARM employment from various modes, submodes, and cueing sources

HAD-EOM, HAD-RUK, WPN-EOM, HAS, HAS-ND

*PET to support a TOI

*PET to support a desired F-pole (range based shot)

*Pro-active SEAD employment

*Reactive SEAD employment

*SEAD contingency operations (e.g. Toy Sick / Toy Bent / Arizona)

*S-A threat reaction

Demonstrate proficiency in valid AFTTP 3-1 HARM employment in all modes

Familiarize with 3-1.F-16 standard SEAD employment

Familiarize with Block 50 avionics and weapons supporting SEAD mission

Familiarize with S-A threat reactions

This is a SEAD basic employment skills task trainer and should be a review. IP is encouraged to

―freeze/helicopter‖ when required to real-time explain avionics, mechanics, and symbology. UP should come out of this WTT with no questions on HTS mechanization or HARM shot execution. If accomplished airborne, prioritize flying single-ship in an F-16D with the IP occupying the RCP.

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3.9.11 MQT SEAD MTC, (Part Task Training: 4vX SEAD)

CONFIGURATION: A/G w/ AGM-88

AIRSPACE: N/A

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: 1.5 hrs MTC container time

ADVERSARY SUPPORT: Not required

PREREQUISITES: MQT BSA-SEAD SIM, MQT DCA

- Practice 4-ship SEAD employment in a non-cooperative EW environment

- Practice SEAD contract execution IAW AFTTP 3-1.F16 ATT 8

- Practice AFTTP 3-1 communication in SEAD environment

- Introduce JHMCS usage into the SEAD environment

EOB gathering

PT ranging event

Execute report/datalink contracts

Medium-altitude ingress

*PET HARM attack based on desired F-pole (range based shot)

*PET HARM attack based on TOI

*SEAD CAP in support of striker VUL

*Flow through tactic

*Reactive/Defensive HARM employment

*S/A threat reactions (engaged and supporting)

SEAD contingency operations (e.g. Toy Sick / Toy Bent / Arizona)

Practice executing SEAD contracts IAW AFTTP 3-1.F-16 ATT 8

Practice SEAD sensor management

Demonstrate proficiency in weapons employment IAW HARM Shot Doctrine

Demonstrate proficiency in S/A threat reactions (engaged and supporting)

Understand AFTTP 3-1 shot and kill criteria and in-flight assessment

The focus of this mission is basic 4-ship SEAD to expose the UP to different SEAD tactics and employment modes. Consider it a part-task trainer— Air to Ground TI. Emphasize wingman contract adherence, sensor management, and basic HAD/HAS mech. Surface-to-air threats should be non-cooperative.

Reload per phase/engagement (flow through, CAP, etc.). Scenario should be modified/truncated as necessary to allow the UP opportunity to see various tactics and all modes of detection and delivery. Air-to-air threat reactions may be introduced to expose the UP to escort considerations, but maintain emphasis on basic SEAD.

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3.9.12 MQT SEAD, (Missionized: OCA-SEAD)

CONFIGURATION: HTS Pod, CATM-88 (desired)

AIRSPACE: 40-60 minutes medium-altitude TRA (EW range desired)

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: EW Range (desired), C2 (desired), ≥ 1 Striker, RTO (desired)

ADVERSARY SUPPORT: ≥ 2 Red Air (1 required)

PREREQUISITES: MQT SEAD (MTC)

- Practice 4-ship employment against surface and air threats in a missionized scenario.

- Practice Counter Air and SEAD contract execution IAW AFTTP 3-1.F16 ATT 8

- Practice AFTTP 3-1 communication in SEAD environment

- Prepare UP for MR certification sortie.

*GPS crypto operations

Mission planning in support of a package TOT window

Flow-through tactic

SEAD CAP

PT ranging event

Execute reporting/datalink contracts

*PET HARM employment

*Reactive HARM employment

A/A threat reaction

*S/A threat reaction

NATO standard in-flight report

Post-Mission DTC download

Demonstrate proficiency formation responsibilities

Demonstrate proficiency in Counter Air employment (contract execution IAW AFTTP 3-1.F16 ATT 8)

Demonstrate proficiency in SEAD employment (HARM Shot Doctrine IAW AFTTP 3-1.F16 ATT 8)

Demonstrate proficiency in S/A threat reactions

If support assets are limited, it is permissible for adversaries to roll into strikers. COMMANDO

(Polygon ranger) should monitor flight UHF/VHF and shut-down as appropriate at ―timeout‖ calls IAW IP’s brief. IP’s should utilize HTS R7 training modes to augment EW range. Threats should be non-cooperative. If

EW range is unavailable, HTS R7 scenario difficulty should be increased in difficulty. This sortie may be effective if executed as a 3-ship due to fallout.

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3.9.13 MQT BSA-PGM SIM, (Part Task Training: BSA with Advanced Targeting Pod)

LINE-UP: IP, UP or MTC-IP, UP

DEVICE: WTT or MTC (1 cockpit)

CONFIGURATION: A/G with Advanced Targeting Pod

AIRSPACE: N/A

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: 1.5 hours WTT or MTC container time (1-cockpit)

PREREQUISITES: MQT ACM, ATP Academics

- Familiarize UP with Advanced Targeting Pod (ATP) and pilot to vehicle interface (PVI).

- Practice a variety of deliveries, weapon types, and coordinate generation procedures.

GPS crypto operations

*ATP PVI review

*FOV/zoom, polarity and XR modes (Sniper)

*Laser spot search/track

IR pointer mech and VDL setup

*JPF operations

A-G HMCS cueing

*LGB attacks

*PWII level self-lase

*PWII buddy-lase diving (shooter and eyeball)

*PWII self-lase diving

Degraded system deliveries

*Coordinate generation

*IAMs attacks (mix of JDAM and WCMD)

*BOC and BOT

*Diving deliveries (BOC and BOT)

GPS denied operations

*Strafe (low- and high-angle)

Demonstrate proficiency in ATP modes and PVI

Demonstrate proficiency in GBU bomb delivery

Demonstrate proficiency with 3-1 release and hit criteria

Familiar with implications/considerations for bomb/SMS settings and delivery parameters

Familiar with A-G HMCS use

This SIM is designed to introduce the UP to ATP operations while reviewing basic IAMs and LGB attacks. Emphasize entry and release parameters for diving deliveries to enable impact conditions. This mission may be accomplished airborne at the discretion of the SQ/CC/DO provided an advanced targeting pod is available.

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3.9.14 MQT CAS/JHMCS-2, (Missionized: Close Air Support)

CONFIGURATION: 2 tank with TGP (ATP and hot gun desired)

AIRSPACE: 60 minutes of TRA time, A/G range suitable for medium-altitude attacks, and low fly airspace

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: FAC (Air or Ground)

PREREQUISITES: MQT BSA-PGM (SIM)

- Practice CAS procedures.

- Familiarize UP with mission planning, map preparation, navigation, holding, cockpit organization, communications procedures, authentication procedures, formation responsibilities, target identification techniques, weapons delivery considerations, and FAC coordination/deconfliction

- Demonstrate proficiency in TGP use in a CAS scenario.

Pre-mission CAS map preparation

Fighter check-in with controlling agency

Authentication

*JCAS briefings and procedures

FAC to fighter brief

Fighter to fighter brief

*Target identification

*A-G weapons employment

LGB, IAMs, GP, Strafe

JHMCS/LINK-16 target mark, passage and talk-on (cue accuracy demonstration)

BHA collection

Target area egress

Fighter check-out with controlling agency

NATO standard in-flight report

Demonstrate proficiency in A-G wingman responsibilities

Demonstrate proficiency in adherence to JCAS procedures IAW JP 3-09.3

Demonstrate proficiency with Block 50 A-G sensors/avionics in support of dynamic targeting

Demonstrate proficiency in attack execution

Demonstrate proficiency with the TGP/ATP

This sortie may be accomplished in the MTC with SQ/CC/DO approval, provided availability of a FAC

(DMO event with A-10s highly desired). Scheduling flights in conjunction with 81FS A-10 FAC-A or 4th

ASOG TACP is highly encouraged. IPs may use a simulated JTAC (i.e. squadron ops) if necessary due to fallout, provided they are briefed on a scenario and they adhere to JCAS procedures. MQT certification pending CAS is at OG/CC discretion.

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3.9.15 MQT DEAD MTC--NVG, (Part Task Training: Destruction of Enemy Air Defenses)

CONFIGURATION: HTS, ATP, 1xAGM-88, IAM(s)

AIRSPACE: N/A

EXTERNAL AGENCY SUPPORT: 1.5 hours MTC container time, additional 2-4 fighters

PREREQUISITES: MQT SEAD MTC, MQT BSA-PGM SIM

- Introduce UP to DEAD tactics and night wingman contracts.

- Practice sensor management and wingman priorities in a dynamic scenario.

- Ensure UP has a basic understanding of DEAD planning and AFTTP 3-1.F16 ATT 8 contract execution

*DEAD mission planning and coordination, including GPS crypto operations

Sensor management

*NVG Operations (not required if mission is accomplished airborne).

Night ATP familiarization

*DEAD wingman contract execution

Report/Data-link

Bench

*Targeting pod search

*PT ranging event

*A-G weapons employment

AGM-88

*IAMs BOT

*Sensor aided strafe (Not required if mission is accomplished airborne).

*S-A threat reaction

Familiarize with AFTTP 3-1.F-16 DEAD tactics and wingman contract execution.

Demonstrate proficiency in AFTTP 3-1.F-16 SEAD contract execution.

Familiarize with sensor management and HAD mech in support of DEAD tactics

Demonstrate proficiency in night weapons employment

This MTC requires a review of DEAD mission planning considerations. Use a notional #4 and #6 if required to practice the 3-node gameplan. Emphasize NVG cross-check, wingman formation and DEAD contracts as listed above.