tinkerafbi13-204.pdf

BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER

TINKER AIR FORCE BASE

TINKER AIR FORCE BASE

INSTRUCTION 13-204

7 JANUARY 2021

Nuclear, Space, Missile, Command and

Control

AIRFIELD OPERATIONS

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available for downloading or ordering on the

E-Publishing website at www.e-Publishing.af.mil

RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication

OPR: 72 OSS/OSA

Supersedes: TINKERAFBI13-204, 31 July 2018

Certified by: 72OSS/CC

(Lt Col David J. Friedel)

Pages: 89

This instruction implements AFPD 13-2, Air Traffic Control, Airspace, Airfield, and Range

Management and prescribes procedures for flight and ground operations at Tinker AFB. The provisions of this instruction are directive upon assigned and attached units and those off base organizations serviced by the Airfield Operations Flight (72 OSS/OSA), and all participating agencies must comply. Pilots may deviate from the procedures contained herein in the interest of flight safety or when directed by Fort Worth Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC), Oklahoma City Approach Control, or Tinker Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT). Altitudes are

Mean Sea Level (MSL) unless otherwise indicated. This regulation applies to all aircraft transiting Tinker Air Force Base and assigned tenant units to include the Air National Guard and

Air Force Reserves. This publication does not apply to the United States Space Force. Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with AFI 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS). Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary

Responsibility (OPR) using the AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route

AF Form 847s from the field through the appropriate functional’s chain of command.

Supplements must be routed to 72 OSS/OSA for coordination prior to certification and approval.

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

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the addition of the KC-46 “Pegasus” Ramp, updated restrictions for engine runs on the OC-ALC

Ramp, removed the requirement for airfield drivers to conduct a radio check with Ground

Control, new requirements and procedures for filing flight plans, requesting official unmanned aerial system (UAS) operations, procedures for Functional Check Flights, and aircraft dispersal plans for each flying unit assigned to Tinker Air Force Base.

Chapter 1—GENERAL INFORMATION 7

1.1. Senior Airfield Authority

1.2. Airfield Hours of Operation

1.3. Quiet Hours

1.4. Runway Descriptions

1.5. Local Frequencies

1.6. Airfield Lighting

1.7. Radar, Airfield, and Weather Systems (RAWS)

1.8. Instrument Landing System (ILS) Critical Areas and Precision Obstacle Free

Zones (POFZs)

1.9. Weather Dissemination and Coordination Procedures

1.10. Bird/Wildlife Control

1.11. Transient Alert Services

1.12. Airfield Operations Board (AOB)

1.13. Recreational Activities on Airfield

1.14. Not Applicable Items

Chapter 2—AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL 13

2.1. Runway Selection Procedures

2.2. Intersection Departures

2.3. Non-Radar Departure Restrictions

2.4. VFR Traffic Patterns

2.5. VFR Straight-In Approaches

2.6. Circling Approaches to Runway 13/31

2.7. Runway 13 Localizer (LOC) Approach

2.8. Successive/Missed Approaches

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2.9. Radar Services

2.10. Noise Abatement

2.11. Standard Climb-Out Instructions

2.12. Civil Aircraft Operations

2.13. Helicopter Operations

2.14. Single Frequency Pattern

2.15. Supervisor of Flying (SOF) Procedures

2.16. Reduced Same Runway Separation (RSRS)

Table 2.1. Daytime RSRS Standards

Table 2.2. Nighttime RSR Standards (after civil twilight)

2.17. Light Gun Signals

2.18. Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS) Procedures

2.19. Local Aircraft Priorities

2.20. Air Traffic Control Inbound Coordination

2.21. Military Authority Assumes Responsibility for Separation of Aircraft (MARSA)

Operations

2.22. Tactical Departure/Arrival Procedures

Chapter 3—TAXING, TOWING, AND PARKING AIRCRAFT 21

3.1. Responsibilities

3.2. Aircraft Parking Plans

Table 3.1. Maximum Aircraft Size for MAC Ramp Parking Spots

Table 3.2. Maximum Aircraft Size for TMF Ramp Parking Spots

Table 3.3. Maximum Aircraft Size for Transient Ramp Parking Spots

3.3. Standard Taxi/Tow Routes to Trim Pads

3.4. Taxiing from Confined Areas

3.5. General Taxi Procedures

3.6. Runway Restrictions

3.7. Large Aircraft Operations

3.8. Towing Operations

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3.9. Aircraft Engine Run Procedures

Chapter 4—AIRFIELD MANAGEMENT 29

4.1. Airfield Inspections

4.2. CE Airfield Support

4.3. US Customs and Border Protection/Military Customs Inspectors:

4.4. News Media Flights in Tinker Airspace

4.5. Flight Information Publication (FLIP) Changes

4.6. Flight Plans

4.7. Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) Procedures

4.8. Permanently Closed/Unusable Portions of Airfield

4.9. Permanent/Temporary Waivers

4.10. Runway Surface Condition (RSC) and Runway Condition Reading (RCR)

4.11. Procedures for Airfield Restrictions and Closures

4.12. Prior Permission Required (PPR) Procedures

4.13. Distinguished Visitor Notification Procedures

4.14. FOD Procedures for B-1 Taxi and Launch

4.15. Airfield Vehicle/Pedestrian Operations

4.16. Airfield Photography

4.17. Contractors on the Airfield

Chapter 5—EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 37

5.1. Primary Crash Alarm System (PCAS)

5.2. Secondary Crash Net (SCN)

5.3. In-Flight/Ground Emergency Procedures

5.4. Aircraft Bomb Threats

5.5. Airborne Chase Aircraft Emergency Assistance

5.6. Hydrazine Procedures

5.7. Single Frequency Emergency Approach (SFA) Procedures

5.8. In-flight Landing Gear Inspection

5.9. Hot Brakes

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5.10. Controlled Bailout

5.11. Hung Ordnance, Unexpended Ordnance, and Hot Guns

Chapter 6—ABNORMAL/SPECIAL OPERATIONS 46

6.1. Controlled Departures

6.2. E-3 “Live Radar Ground Test” Procedures

6.3. Military Air Evacuation/Civil Ambulatory Flights

6.4. Alert Missions

6.5. Drag Chute Jettison/Recovery

6.6. Aircraft Theft/Hijack Prevention

6.7. ATCT Evacuation/Continuity of Air Traffic Services

6.8. Evacuation of AMOPS Facilities

6.9. Disaster/Exercise/Runway Construction Operations

6.10. Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Tests and Response Procedures

6.11. Hot Pit Refueling

6.12. Aircraft Dangerous/Hazardous Cargo Loading/Off-Loading Areas

Table 6.1. Primary Aircraft Explosive Cargo Parking Spot (F-2)

Table 6.2. Alternate Aircraft Explosive Cargo Parking Spot (H-2)

Table 6.3. Alternate Aircraft Explosive Cargo Parking Spots (MAC Ramp)

6.13. External Stores Jettison

6.14. Fuel Dumping

6.15. Hot Tail Hook

6.16. Emergency Security Control of Air Traffic (ESCAT

6.17. Unscheduled/Unauthorized Landing

6.18. Lost Communications/Two-way Communication Failure

6.19. Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) Capability

6.20. Fluid Spills

6.21. Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Operations

6.22. Aircraft Dispersal

6.23. Functional Check Flights

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Attachment 1—GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPPORTING INFORMATION 57

Attachment 2—LOCAL FREQUENCIES/CHANNELIZATION 62

Attachment 3—RUNWAY/TAXIWAY SYSTEM, CONTROLLED MOVEMENT AREA

(CMA) AND MANDATORY RADIO MONITOR AREA (MRMA) 63

Attachment 4—SPECIAL/ABNORMAL OPERATIONS AREAS 64

Attachment 5—CONTROL OF VEHICLES ON THE AIRFIELD 65

Attachment 6—RUNWAY/TAXIWAY SYSTEM, CONTROLLED MOVEMENT AREA

(CMA) AND MANDATORY RADIO MONITOR AREA (MRMA) 66

Attachment 7—CONTROLLED AND RESTRICTED AREAS 67

Attachment 8—RUNWAY 18/36 ILS CRITICAL AREAS AND PRECISION OBSTACLE

FREE ZONE (POFZ) 68

Attachment 9—AIRCRAFT PARKING PLAN 507 ARW RAMP 70

Attachment 10—AIRCRAFT PARKING PLAN WEST RAMP 71

Attachment 11—AIRCRAFT PARKING PLAN MAC RAMP 72

Attachment 12—AIRCRAFT PARKING PLAN ROMEO RAMP AND TMF 73

Attachment 13—AIRCRAFT PARKING PLAN 76 AMXG (ALC) RAMP 74

Attachment 14—AIRCRAFT PARKING PLAN NAVY (TANGO) RAMP 80

Attachment 15—AIRCRAFT PARKING PLAN AWACS RAMP (BIRDCAGE), ECHO

RAMP, TRANSIENT RAMP, AND 240 RAMP 81

Attachment 16—TINKER AFB VFR TRAFFIC PATTERNS 82

Attachment 17—PRACTICE CIRCLING APPROACHES VFR WEATHER

CONDITIONS 83

Attachment 18—AIRSPACE DIAGRAM TINKER NORTH AND SOUTH FLOW

SURFACE AREAS 84

Attachment 19—AIRSPACE DIAGRAM TINKER/WILL ROGERS CLASS ‘C’

AIRSPACE 85

Attachment 20—VFR LOCAL TRAINING AREAS 86

Attachment 21—VFR MILITARY TRAINING ROUTES VR1113, VR1116, VR1175, AND

RIVERS MOA 87

Attachment 22—CONTROL ATCT LIGHT GUN SIGNALS 88

Attachment 23—AIRFIELD OPERATIONS BOARD MEMBERSHIP 89

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Chapter 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1. Senior Airfield Authority. The 72d Air Base Wing Commander (72 ABW/CC) is the senior airfield authority on Tinker AFB and is responsible for the control, priorities, operations, and maintenance of the Tinker aerodrome to include the runways, taxiways, parking ramps, land, and facilities whose proximity affect airfield operations and assigned airspace.

1.2. Airfield Hours of Operation. The Tinker AFB Airfield and Air Traffic Control Tower are operational 24/7 as published in the DoD Flight Information Publication (FLIP), IFR Enroute

Supplement.

1.3. Quiet Hours.

1.3.1. Night Quiet Hours. Night quiet hours are in effect from 2300L to 0600L. During this time:

1.3.1.1. Only scheduled fullstop landings, departures, and necessary taxi operations are authorized during night quiet hours. Aircraft are not authorized to conduct engine runs above idle power (see paragraph 3.10.2.1).

1.3.1.2. Locally assigned aircraft are authorized to conduct practice instrument approaches and VFR pattern work until 0200L. No more than two total aircraft from the

552 ACW, 507 ARW, 513 ACG, or USSTRATCOM Wing One (SCW-1) may conduct approaches after 0200L. The Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) Watch Supervisor may limit or disapprove operations. All other aircraft operations during night quiet hours require prior approval from the 72 ABW/CC.

1.3.1.3. Procedures for requesting waivers to night quiet hours. In order to ensure adequate coordination with agencies in support of operations, submit waiver requests in writing to Airfield Management Operations (AMOPS) via email

(72.oss.osam@us.af.mil) no later than 48-hours prior to requested operation. Waiver requests must originate from no lower than the requesting Squadron’s Director of

Operations (or civilian equivalent). Request must include: call sign (air operations), tail number and location (engine runs), time of operation, and impact to requestor’s mission if not approved. The AOF/CC or AOF/DO will request approval from the 72 ABW/CC through the 72d Operations Support Squadron Commander (72 OSS/CC). For requests with less than 48-hour notice, contact AMOPS via phone (734-2191), who will obtain a verbal approval from 72 ABW/CC through the 72 OSS. The 72 OSS/CC or 72 OSS/DO will notify the requesting agency of approval/disapproval.

1.3.2. Day Quiet Hours. Day quiet hours are requested through the Airfield Manager (AFM) and approved by the 72 ABW/CC. Day quiet hours are reserved for special events to include

Group/CC level or above change of command ceremonies. Two types of day quiet hours may be requested:

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1.3.2.1. Modified Quiet Hours. Only full-stop landings, departures and necessary taxi operations are authorized during modified quiet hours. Aircraft are not authorized to conduct practice instrument approaches/VFR pattern work. Certain maintenance related aircraft taxi operations and engine runs may be approved by the Airfield Manager (AFM) or designated representative. Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) will not be operated in the immediate area of the event for which modified quiet hours have been approved.

1.3.2.2. Full Quiet Hours. Full-stop landings, departures, and practice instrument approaches are not authorized during full quiet hours. Certain aircraft taxi and engine runs may be approved by the AFM or designated representative. AGE will not be run in the immediate area of the event for which full quiet hours have been approved.

1.3.2.3. Procedures for requesting day quiet hours. Submit written request for Group/CC level or above change of command ceremonies or special events to the AFM or designated representative at least 10 working days before the event. Include in the request the type and purpose of event, location of event, date/time of event, amount of time requested (limit time to a minimum), highest rank in attendance, point of contact

(POC), organization and phone number.

1.3.2.3.1. Only the requesting unit may delay the start of, terminate early, or cancel previously scheduled quiet hours. This may be accomplished at any time by calling

AMOPS.

1.4. Runway Descriptions. Tinker airfield has two runways (Attachment 3). The primary instrument Runway 18/36 is 11,100ft long and 200ft wide and the secondary Runway 13/31 is

10,000ft long and 200ft wide. Both Runway 18/36 and Runway 13/31 have 1,000ft long and

200ft wide non-load bearing overruns. Additional runway information is contained in the IFR

Enroute Supplement and Instrument Approach Procedures.

1.5. Local Frequencies. Commonly used Tinker AFB frequencies are listed in Attachment 2.

1.6. Airfield Lighting. See IFR Supplement for available instrument approach lighting systems. Lighting will be operated IAW Federal Aviation Administration Order (FAAO) Job

Order (JO) 7110.65, Air Traffic Control, except:

1.6.1. The high intensity runway lights (HIRL) on Runway 18/36 and Runway 13/31 are controlled by ATC. The alternate control is located in Building 240 with AMOPS.

1.6.1.1. When visibility deteriorates to, or is forecast to deteriorate to two miles or less within three hours, runway-in-use lights will be set IAW FAAO JO 7110.65.

1.6.1.2. Runway edge lights for the active runway will be set, as a minimum, to Step 1 between sunset and sunrise. All other settings will be IAW FAAO JO 7110.65.

1.6.1.3. Airfield lights may be turned off to save energy during extensive periods of low flying or non-usage according IAW FAAO JO 7110.65.

1.6.2. In the event ATCT is evacuated, runway lights will be placed on the appropriate step for existing weather and all taxiway lights will be turned on. When ATCT is unmanned or when the ATCT touch screen is inoperative, AMOPS will operate airfield lighting from the

AMOPS touch screen panel IAW instructions from ATCT personnel.

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1.6.3. When airfield approach lighting is inoperative or obscured due to snow drifts or other natural weather phenomenon, the no-approach light minima published in the FLIPs are in effect and a NOTAM will be published. ATC will advise inbound/outbound aircraft via the

Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS).

1.7. Radar, Airfield, and Weather Systems (RAWS).

1.7.1. Preventative Maintenance Inspections.

1.7.1.1. Air Force Flight Standards Agency (AFFSA) Regionalized Maintenance Center

(RMC) is responsible for conducting routine maintenance and an annual Preventative

Maintenance Inspection (PMI) on the navigational aids (NAVAIDS) on Tinker.

1.7.1.2. RAWS conducts PMI and maintenance on all ground to air communications to include associated equipment and weather systems on Tinker. Contact RAWS (734-5630) for a detailed schedule.

1.7.2. RMC will coordinate NAVAID down times IAW current MOA. NAVAIDs will not be released for scheduled maintenance unless ceiling is greater than or equal to 3000’ AGL and visibility is greater than or equal to 5SM. No-NOTAM preventative maintenance is not conducted at Tinker AFB.

1.7.3. Subsequent to system failure, applicable agencies will restore ATCALS components within maintenance response times as stated in the RAWS Maintenance Support Operations

Letter.

1.7.4. All air traffic control and landing systems (ATCALS) equipment and NAVAIDS have generator backup power with auto-start capability.

1.8. Instrument Landing System (ILS) Critical Areas and Precision Obstacle Free Zones

(POFZs). Attachment 8 depicts ILS critical areas and POFZs. These areas are part of the

Controlled Movement Area (CMA). Any personnel and/or equipment in these areas may seriously degrade ILS performance and/or interfere with aircraft flying precision approaches.

The Runway 18/36 GS critical areas and/or POFZs are marked by an instrument hold line painted on the pavement and instrument hold signs or warning signs. ATCT will protect these areas IAW AFMAN 13-204 V3, Air Traffic Control.

1.8.1. Runway 18/36 and Runway 13/31 Localizer Critical Areas. All aircraft and vehicle operations in these critical areas will be restricted when the reported ceiling is less than 800’ or visibility is less than two miles. Warning signs identify Runway 13 localizer critical area at the maintenance road. Approval from Ground Control is required to proceed beyond the warning signs, IAW TAFBI 13-213, Airfield Driving.

1.8.2. Runway 18/36 GS Critical Areas.

1.8.2.1. When the reported ceiling is below 800’ and/or visibility is less than 2 miles, but at or above 200’ and/or visibility at or above 1/2 mile (RVR 2,400), restrict all aircraft larger than fighter type size. Do not permit these aircraft to taxi beyond the instrument hold line when an aircraft executing an ILS approach is inside the final approach fix.

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1.8.2.2. When the reported ceiling is less than 200’ and/or visibility is less than 1/2 mile

(RVR 2,400’), restrict all aircraft and vehicle operations. Vehicles will not be allowed to traverse these critical areas without contacting the ATCT IAW TAFBI 13-213. See

Attachment 8 for a depiction of the glide slope critical areas.

1.8.2.3. Runway 18 GS signal is not protected from possible reflective interference caused by vehicle traffic on Industrial Blvd. A permanent waiver has been granted by

HQ AFMC.

1.8.3. Runway 18/36 POFZs.

1.8.3.1. POFZs require protection when the reported ceiling is less than 800’ or visibility less than two miles from the time an approach aircraft is within 2 NM of the landing threshold until the approach aircraft passes the hold line. See Attachment 8 for a depiction of the POFZs.

1.8.3.2. In the event that taxiing/parked aircraft or vehicles are not clear of the POFZ, controllers are to provide traffic advisories only to the arriving aircraft regarding the position of the offending aircraft/vehicles.

1.8.3.3. The POFZ is considered clear even if the wing of the aircraft holding on a taxiway waiting for runway clearance penetrates the POFZ; however, neither the fuselage nor the tail may infringe on the POFZ.

1.9. Weather Dissemination and Coordination Procedures. ATCT and AMOPS disseminate and coordinate weather information (hazardous/severe weather, lightning, etc.) IAW TAFBI 15-

101, Weather Support Document, and approved local directives.

1.10. Bird/Wildlife Control. Local Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) program guidelines and Bird Watch Conditions (BWC) are outlined in TAFB Plan 91-212, Bird/Wildlife Aircraft

Strike Hazard Plan. Tinker AFB bird watch conditions are published in Area Planning (AP1).

1.11. Transient Alert Services. For a list of current Transient Alert services and Jet Aircraft

Starting Unit equipment, refer to IFR Supplement and Area Planning (AP1). Operating hours are from 0800-2330L. Transient Alert provides follow-me services and has limited fleet services available (lavatory and water only). Transient services for B-52, B-1, C-5, C-17, C-130, KC-10, KC-46, and KC-135 are extremely limited. Transient aircraft if able should retain deployed chutes to parking. Hangar space for transient aircraft is extremely limited.

1.12. Airfield Operations Board (AOB). The Tinker AFB AOB provides a forum for discussing, updating and tracking various activities in support of the Tinker flying mission. The

AOB will convene at least once per quarter in compliance with AFMAN 13-204 V1, Management of Airfield Operations.

1.12.1. AOB Responsibilities.

1.12.1.1. The AOB is chaired by the 72 ABW Commander or Vice Commander. The

AOB chairperson appoints AOB membership. See Attachment 23 for AOB membership.

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1.12.1.2. The Airfield Operations Flight Commander (AOF/CC) schedules AOB meetings, prepares the agenda and records the minutes. The agenda will normally be distributed to board membership at least two weeks prior to the AOB. Minutes will be distributed within 20 workdays from the time the AOB convenes, to all board members and the commanders of represented base agencies, to command levels, MAJCOM, and the Air Force Representative (AFREP) of the servicing FAA region. Meeting minutes are approved for release by the 72 ABW/CC.

1.12.2. AOB Agenda Items. Items are reviewed quarterly unless noted otherwise. The AOB agenda will include the following discussion items:

1.12.2.1. Airspace (terminal, en route, and special use airspace).

1.12.2.2. ATC/Flying Procedures (new, revised, rescinded, and seldom used).

1.12.2.3. Military and FAA concerns.

1.12.2.4. Airfield Operations Flight (AOF Staff, AMOPS, and ATCT) Staffing.

1.12.2.5. Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems (flight inspection schedule, ATCALS equipment findings, status, upgrades, etc).

1.12.2.6. Airfield Environment (airfield activities, construction projects, number and status of permanent/temporary airfield waivers, and the status of deteriorating airfield/runway conditions).

1.12.2.7. Airfield Operations Certification Inspection (AOCI) Open Items.

1.12.2.8. Status of Airfield Driving Training Program (units visited and results of inspection, units scheduled for the upcoming quarter, number of spot-checks performed and results, and changes or findings with accomplished airfield driver training).

1.12.2.9. Runway Incursions/Controlled Movement Area Violations (CMAVs).

1.12.2.10. Hazardous Air Traffic Reports (HATRs).

1.12.2.11. Local Operating Procedure (LOP) Review. Reviewed annually at the 1st quarter AOB or as required.

1.12.2.12. Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS). Reviewed annually at the 3rd quarter AOB or as required.

1.12.2.13. Air Installation Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ). Optional annual review or as required.

1.12.2.14. Results of Annual Self-Inspection. Reviewed annually at the 1st quarter AOB or as required.

1.12.2.15. Special Interest Items. Reviewed annually at the 2nd quarter AOB or as required.

1.12.2.16. Results of Annual Airfield Certification/Safety Inspection. Reviewed annually at the 4th quarter AOB or at the AOB immediately following the inspection.

1.12.2.17. Aircraft parking plan. Reviewed annually at the 3rd quarter AOB or as required.

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1.12.2.18. Status of existing airfield waivers with emphasis on temporary waivers and associated correction plans. Reviewed annually at the 2nd quarter AOB or as required.

1.13. Recreational Activities on Airfield. Official functions, social and morale events, and any recreational or exercise activities on the airfield are prohibited without specific permission from the Airfield Manager (AFM) (734-2191) and 72 SFS (734-3737). Submit a written request to the

AFM or designated representative at least 7 working days before the activity.

1.14. Not Applicable Items. The following items are not applicable at Tinker AFB: Arresting

Gear Procedures, Emergency Aircraft Arresting System Procedures, Aero Club Operations, and

Night Vision Device (NVD) Procedures.

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Chapter 2

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL

2.1. Runway Selection Procedures. ATCT will determine the runway-in-use. ATCT must coordinate with OKC Approach Control prior to all runway changes. Runway 18/36 is designated the primary runway due to the predominant local winds, its instrument approaches and length. Runway 18/36 is designated as the calm wind runway (wind velocity less than 5 knots), but Runway 13/31 may be selected for an operational advantage or when winds are more directly aligned.

2.1.1. Selecting Runway In Use. ATCT will select the runway-in-use based on the following:

2.1.1.1. Runway most directly aligned into the wind as specified in FAAO JO 7110.65.

2.1.1.2. When the wind is less than 10 knots, ATCT will consider direction of air traffic flow in OKC Approach Control airspace and the runway that allows the lowest takeoff/landing minima to determine runway-in-use.

2.1.2. Runway Change. ATCT will notify OKC Approach Control, AMOPS, and the Base

Weather Flight (72 OSS/OSW) for all runway-in-use changes. AMOPS will notify the Fire

Department and Command Post (552 ACW/CP).

2.1.3. Wind Sensors. Wind information will be obtained from the sensor closest to the threshold of the runway-in-use. When the wind sensor closest to the threshold of the runway in use cannot be used because of equipment outage, etc., ATCT will include the runway number of the wind sensor used when issuing wind direction and speed. Example:

“RUNWAY 31 WIND ESTIMATED THREE SIX ZERO AT SEVEN.”

2.2. Intersection Departures. Runway distance remaining from connecting taxiways is shown in Attachment 3. ATCT shall provide distance remaining information for intersection departures to all transient aircraft and upon request to based assigned aircraft.

2.3. Non-Radar Departure Restrictions. Unless otherwise directed by ATC, departures are restricted as follows:

2.3.1. Runway 36 Departure. When departing Tinker, will be flown IAW published departure procedures (DoD Low Altitude FLIP) or as directed by ATC.

2.3.2. Runway 31 Departure. When departing Tinker, will be flown IAW published departure procedures (DoD Low Altitude FLIP) or as directed by ATC.

2.4. VFR Traffic Patterns.

2.4.1. Directions of Traffic:

2.4.1.1. Runways 18 and 31, left-hand traffic.

2.4.1.2. Runways 13 and 36, right-hand traffic.

2.4.1.3. For nonstandard traffic, the aircrew must obtain approval from ATCT.

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2.4.2. Rectangular Pattern. Enter and fly downwind at 3,000’ MSL until turning base leg

(Attachment 16). When Runway 18/36 is in use, avoid overflying Soldier Creek School when school is in session (defined for purposes of this instruction from 0700L-1700L M-F, beginning of August until the end of May) located 1.5 miles north of the airfield at the corner of SE 15th and Douglas Blvd. Rectangular patterns are prohibited when cloud ceilings are lower than 2,200’ AGL (3,500’ MSL) or visibility is less than three miles or if aircraft are not visible from the ATCT in the entire pattern.

2.4.3. Overhead Pattern. Available on request with OKC Approach Control or ATCT.

2.4.3.1. Standard Overhead. If approved, enter initial at 3,500’ MSL. Maintain 3,500’

MSL until base turn, then descend as appropriate. Standard Overhead patterns are prohibited when cloud ceilings are lower than 2,700’ AGL (4,000’ MSL) or visibility is less than three miles.

2.4.3.2. High Overhead. If approved, enter initial at 4,000’ MSL. Maintain 4,000’ MSL until base turn, then descend as appropriate. High Overhead patterns are prohibited when cloud ceilings are lower than 3,200’ AGL (4,500’ MSL) or visibility is less than three miles.

2.4.4. Closed Traffic Patterns. Closed traffic pattern altitude for all aircraft (including transient fighter/trainer aircraft) is 3,000’ MSL unless otherwise instructed by ATCT.

2.4.5. Go-Around Procedures, Aircraft on the Runway. These procedures apply unless otherwise instructed by ATC.

2.4.5.1. Aircraft instructed to go-around while on approach to Runway 18/36 shall maintain a ground track to the east of the runway at or above 500’ AGL. Do not overfly aircraft on the runway.

2.4.5.2. Aircraft instructed to go-around while on approach to Runway 13/31 shall maintain a ground track to the north of the runway at or above 500’ AGL. Do not overfly aircraft on the runway.

2.4.6. Breakout Procedures. Unless otherwise instructed, fly runway heading, maintain

3,000’ MSL.

2.4.7. Opposite Direction Procedures. Opposite direction operations will not routinely be authorized and will only be conducted when special mission requirements dictate. Pilots must make their request with ATCT as soon as possible to allow for coordination. Priority will be given to aircraft using the active runway.

2.4.7.1. Opposite direction departures will not be approved when an arrival is within 10 flying miles of the airport.

2.4.7.2. Opposite direction arrivals will not be approved when an arrival to the active runway is within 10 flying miles of the airport.

2.4.7.3. Opposite direction arrival communications and control will be transferred to

ATCT no less than seven flying miles from the runway.

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2.4.7.4. Aircraft in the VFR pattern will be held at downwind or restricted from turning base until the opposite direction departure is airborne and turned to ensure conflict resolution or a preceding opposite direction arrival aircraft has landed. All coordination must include the phrase “OPPOSITE DIRECTION DEPARTURE OR ARRIVAL (as appropriate), RUNWAY (number).”

2.4.8. Unusual Aircraft Maneuvers. Within the Tinker Class “C” Surface Area, unusual aircraft maneuvers are those not essential to the performance of the flight. Unusual maneuvers may only be executed with prior approval from the AOF/CC.

2.4.9. VFR Local Flying. The Tinker / Will Rogers Class “C” Airspace (Attachment 19) is divided into an inner and outer core. The inner core extends from the surface, up to and including 5,300’ MSL within a 5-mile radius from the center of Tinker Air Force Base. The outer core extends from 2,500’ MSL up to and including 5,300’ MSL within a 10-mile radius from the center of Tinker Air Force Base. Tinker ATCT may use the airspace from the surface up to and including 3,000’ MSL within the later boundaries depicted in Attachment

19. However, local training is accomplished utilizing VR-1113, VR-1116, VR-1175 and the

Rivers Military Operations Area. These training areas are depicted in Attachment 21.

2.5. VFR Straight-In Approaches. With ATCT approval, straight-in approaches may be made to any runway.

2.6. Circling Approaches to Runway 13/31. Circling approach ground tracks are shown in

Attachment 17.

2.6.1. Practice circling approaches are limited to base assigned and transient military aircraft only.

2.6.2. Runway 18 Approach Circle to Runway 13. Category E aircraft are not authorized to circle southwest of the airfield. Category E aircraft must execute a right turn off final approach to enter a left base to Runway 13. Other aircraft categories can execute the same procedure or make an approach to Runway 18, circle southwest for a right base to Runway

13.

2.6.3. Runway 18 Approach Circle to Runway 31. Aircraft may execute a left turn prior to

Runway 18 approach end to enter a right base to Runway 31, or proceed down the runway to enter a left base to Runway 31.

2.6.4. Runway 36 Approach Circle to Runway 13. Category E aircraft will circle northwest of the airfield for a left base to Runway 13. All other aircraft will circle southwest of the airfield for a right base to Runway 13.

2.6.5. Runway 36 Approach Circle to Runway 31. Aircraft will circle southeast of airfield for a left base to Runway 31.

2.6.6. Reference paragraph 2.10.1 for circling approaches to Runway 18.

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2.7. Runway 13 Localizer (LOC) Approach. The Runway 13 LOC approach descends directly through a busy VFR corridor (surface -3,000' MSL). The approach was created to provide an instrument approach capability during IFR weather conditions when the Runway 18

ILS is unavailable due to crosswind conditions. The Runway 13 LOC approach will only be used when the Runway 18 ILS is unavailable due to crosswind conditions, an emergency condition exists, or to meet mission requirements. Pilots must exercise extreme vigilance when flying an instrument approach during marginal VFR conditions due to the possible presence of

VFR aircraft.

2.8. Successive/Missed Approaches.

2.8.1. When a missed approach must be executed, during instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) or visual meteorological conditions (VMC), follow published or ATC missed approach procedures.

2.8.2. Local unit aircraft may be issued “Execute East Missed” as climb-out instructions for successive instrument approaches. Pilots given “Execute East Missed” will turn to heading

080 degrees, climb and maintain 3,000’ MSL. Transient pilots will be read full climb-out instructions.

2.9. Radar Services. Radar traffic patterns, radar vectors to initial and ASR (surveillance approach) services are provided by OKC Approach Control.

2.10. Noise Abatement. To minimize noise pollution for the Tinker work-force and communities surrounding the airfield, the following procedures and restrictions apply:

2.10.1. Circling approaches to Runway 18 are prohibited.

2.10.2. Pilots will avoid overflying Soldier Creek School when school is in session (defined for purposes of this instruction from 0700L-1700L M-F, beginning of August until the end of

May) located 1.5 miles north of the airfield at the corner of Southeast 15th Street and

Douglas Boulevard.

2.10.3. Pilots executing VFR straight-in approaches to Runway 13 or 18 will not descend below 2,000’ MSL until within two miles of the runway.

2.10.4. Use of afterburner in Tinker Surface Area is prohibited except in emergencies, initial takeoffs, or as required by aircraft technical orders.

2.10.5. Unless directed otherwise by ATC, when remaining within Runway 36 closed traffic or Runway 36 radar traffic pattern, climb runway heading to 2,500’ MSL and past the airfield boundary prior to executing turns.

2.10.6. Maintenance engine runs are restricted between 2300L and 0600L daily. Pattern transition work is restricted between 0200L and 0600L daily (see 1.3.1).

2.11. Standard Climb-Out Instructions. Unless otherwise instructed by OKC Approach

Control or an operational advantage would be gained, departures shall be assigned:

2.11.1. RUNWAY 36: Runway heading; climb and maintain 3,000’.

2.11.2. RUNWAY 31: Heading 010; climb and maintain 3,000’.

2.11.3. RUNWAY 18: Runway heading; climb and maintain 3,000’.

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2.11.4. RUNWAY 13: Runway heading; climb and maintain 3,000’.

2.12. Civil Aircraft Operations. Practice instrument or visual approaches by civil aircraft are not authorized.

2.13. Helicopter Operations.

2.13.1. Helicopters will not overfly aircraft ramp restricted areas at less than 500’ above ground level (AGL).

2.13.2. To the max extent possible, helicopters will land on Runway 13/31 or Runway 18/36.

Helicopters landing at locations other than the movement area (runways and taxiways) require 72 ABW/CC or designated representative approval.

2.14. Single Frequency Pattern. Locally assigned aircraft operating in the local Tinker VFR pattern shall use VHF ATCT frequency 124.45; however, when a UHF-only equipped aircraft are in the pattern (i.e., F-16), all aircraft should monitor UHF ATCT frequency, 251.05 as an aid to situational awareness unless a higher priority exists.

2.15. Supervisor of Flying (SOF) Procedures.

2.15.1. All units with a designated SOF program must obtain approval from ATCT before using ATC frequencies.

2.15.2. SOF will only request use of ATC frequencies when an emergency situation warrants. Instructions of non-technical nature may be relayed through the ATC agency.

2.15.3. SOF will direct all requests pertaining to ATC flight/ground operations to the ATCT

Watch Supervisor/Senior Controller (WS/SC).

2.16. Reduced Same Runway Separation (RSRS). The following RSRS standards (Tables

2.1 and 2.2) may be applied at Tinker AFB to all AFMC assigned aircraft and aircraft assigned to ACC, AETC, AMC, AFRC, ANG, AFSOC, USAFE, and PACAF.

2.16.1. Conditions for application of RSRS standards.

2.16.1.1. Air traffic controllers must be able to see the aircraft involved and determine distances by reference to suitable landmarks (distance markers, taxiways, etc.) for daytime and nighttime.

2.16.1.2. Any aircrew or air traffic controller may refuse RSRS when safety of flight may be jeopardized. In these cases, apply appropriate separation standard published in

FAAO JO 7110.65.

2.16.1.3. Controllers must provide appropriate traffic advisories to aircraft involved.

2.16.1.4. Aircraft will not overfly aircraft on the runway. For fighter-type aircraft only –

A low-approach following a full stop shall use the alternate side of the runway and be

500’ vertically separated when passing the aircraft on landing roll. Responsibility for separation rests with the pilot.

2.16.1.5. Pilots are responsible for wake turbulence separation when maintaining visual separation or operating under VFR. Controllers must provide appropriate cautionary wake turbulence advisories in these cases. When operating IFR or under ATC instructions, controller must ensure standard wake turbulence separation exists.

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2.16.1.6. “Same fighter/trainer-type” means same airframe, (i.e., F-15 behind F-15, T-38 behind T38/AT38, etc.).

2.16.1.7. “Dissimilar fighter/trainer-type” means not the same airframe (i.e., F-15 behind

F-16, T-6 behind T-38, etc).

2.16.1.8. Non-heavy, tactical airlift-type means C-130, C-12, B-737, etc.

2.16.2. Non-applicability of RSRS. RSRS separations do not apply:

2.16.2.1. To any situation involving an emergency aircraft.

2.16.2.2. To civil aircraft.

2.16.2.3. To air evacuation aircraft.

2.16.2.4. To a touch-and-go behind full stop.

2.16.2.5. To a low approach behind a touch-and-go.

2.16.2.6. To any situation involving aircraft “cleared for the option” or “cleared stop and go”.

2.16.2.7. When RSC is reported as wet, ice or snow.

2.16.2.8. When RCR is less than 12 or braking action reports of less than “Fair” are reported.

2.16.3. IAW FAAO JO 7110.65, controllers control formation flights as a single aircraft and do not apply RSRS standards between aircraft within the same formation. Separation between aircraft within the formation is the responsibility of the flight leader and pilots of the other aircraft in the flight.

Table 2.1. Daytime RSRS Standards.

PAIRINGS FS

Behind

TG

FS

Behind

LA

LA

Behind

LA

FS

Behind

FS

LA

Behind

FS

TG

Behind

TG

TG

Behind

LA

Same Fighter/Trainer- Type

3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000

Dissimilar Fighter/Trainer-Type

6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000

Same Non-Heavy, Tactical Airlift

Type (i.e. C-130’s)

3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000

Same-Type Aircraft Formations

6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000

Same Type Heavy, FS Only

* * * 8,000 * * *

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Table 2.2. Nighttime RSR Standards (after civil twilight).

PAIRINGS FS

Behind

TG

FS

Behind

LA

LA

Behind

LA

FS

Behind

FS

LA

Behind

FS

TG

Behind

TG

TG

Behind

LA

Same Fighter/Trainer- Type

6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000

Dissimilar Fighter/Trainer-Type

6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000

Same Non-Heavy, Tactical Airlift

Type (i.e. C-130’s)

6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000

Same-Type Aircraft Formations

6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000

Same Type Heavy, FS Only

* * * 8,000 * * *

NOTE: Standard FAAO JO 7110.65 separation shall be applied.

2.17. Light Gun Signals. If loss of communication occurs ATCT will use standard light gun signals as depicted in Attachment 22.

2.18. Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS) Procedures. The ATIS will be updated between 0500L and 2300L and whenever flying operations are proposed or in progress.

2.18.1. ATIS broadcast will be in accordance with FAAO JO 7110.65. During periods of rapidly changing weather conditions, a blanket ATIS message may be made, at the discretion of the WS/SC, stating: “TINKER AIR FORCE BASE INFORMATION (ATIS Code), DUE

TO RAPIDLY CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS CONTACT TINKER ATCT FOR

CURRENT WEATHER AND AIRFIELD CONDITIONS.” If the ATIS is inoperative, Ground Control will relay ATIS information.

2.18.2. The ATIS can be monitored by telephone at DSN 884-5152 or Commercial (405)

734-5152.

2.19. Local Aircraft Priorities. ATCT will provide priority ATC service to aircraft in accordance with FAAO JO 7110.65, and the following local priorities:

2.19.1. Aircraft in distress.

2.19.2. Real World alert missions.

2.19.2.1. SCW-1.

2.19.2.2. 507 ARW.

2.19.2.3. 552 ACW.

2.19.3. Aeromedical Evacuation (EVAC) aircraft requesting priority.

2.19.4. Exercise alert aircraft.

2.19.5. Distinguished Visitor (DV) Code 6 or higher.

2.19.6. IFR departures/full stop arrivals.

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2.19.7. VFR departures /full stop arrivals.

2.19.8. Base assigned practice approaches.

2.19.9. Transient practice approaches.

2.19.10. Opposite direction operations.

2.20. Air Traffic Control Inbound Coordination. ATCT receives aircraft inbound notification via automated means on the certified ATCT radar display or verbal coordination

IAW Letter of Agreement with Oklahoma City ATCT (TRACON), IFR Coordination and

Operating Procedures.

2.21. Military Authority Assumes Responsibility for Separation of Aircraft (MARSA)

Operations. MARSA operations are not authorized at Tinker AFB. Aircraft requesting arrival or departure with other flights will request “Non-Standard formation” arrival/departure with call sign(s) of participating aircraft with intentions. ATC facilities do not invoke or deny MARSA.

2.22. Tactical Departure/Arrival Procedures. All tactical arrival/departure procedures will be implemented IAW Tinker AFB Tactical Arrivals and Procedures LOA.

2.22.1. The 552 ACW, 507 ARW, and Navy SCW-1 are authorized to conduct tactical arrivals and departures. Transient aircraft are not permitted to conduct tactical procedures.

2.22.2. Aircrews will fly tactical procedures only in Visual Meteorological Conditions

(VMC) under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations.

2.22.3. Procedures:

2.22.3.1. Spiral Up Departure: This maneuver will consist of a continuous 360 degree turn to the east of TAFB to 10,000’ MSL or other altitude as directed by TRACON. For runways 18/13, the maneuver will commence at 400’ AGL with a climbing left turn. For runways 36/31, the aircraft will commence a climbing right turn at 400’ AGL. When the aircraft reaches 10,000’ or assigned altitude, proceed on course or assigned vector.

2.22.3.2. Spiral Down Arrival: The maneuver will be initiated from a point over the

Tinker Class “C” east of RUNWAY 18/36 from an altitude of 10,000’ MSL or as directed by TRACON. The aircraft will perform a continuous descending turn to set up for landing to the runway in use.

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Chapter 3

TAXING, TOWING, AND PARKING AIRCRAFT

3.1. Responsibilities.

3.1.1. The 507 ARW Commander is delegated responsibility for assigned aircraft parking on the 507 ARW Ramp and Romeo Ramp spots 1 and 2.

3.1.2. The 76th Aircraft Maintenance Group (76 AMXG) has been delegated responsibility for aircraft parking on the 76 AMXG RAMP, KC-46 (Pegasus) Ramp, and West Ramp.

NOTE: AFM has the authority to relocate ALC aircraft parked on the West Ramp and

Romeo Ramp during contingency operations.

3.1.3. The 76 AMXG is responsible for ensuring AGE is in compliance with UFC 3-260-01, Airfield and Heliport Planning and Design. AGE will not be located in close proximity to aircraft for more than 3 hours before maintenance commences and 3 hours after maintenance is complete.

3.1.4. The 552 ACW Commander is delegated responsibility for assigned aircraft parking on the ACW North Ramp (Birdcage), Echo Ramp and apron west of Building 230.

3.1.5. The SCW-1 Commander is delegated responsibility for assigned aircraft parking on the Navy Ramp and Romeo Ramp spots 3 and 4.

3.1.6. The AFM or designated representative, is responsible for all other aircraft parking areas. Transient and restricted parking locations must be coordinated no later than one hour prior to an aircraft arrival or aircraft repositioning. NOTE: All transient aircraft parking in restricted areas must be approved by AFM and owning unit. All transient and base assigned aircraft will be parked on marked parking locations unless approved by AFM.

3.1.7. Each responsible agency will follow internal procedures to manage the utilization of its parking spaces.

3.1.8. Each responsible agency will ensure all aircraft taxiing into or out of restricted areas are pre-coordinated with Security Forces.

3.2. Aircraft Parking Plans. Aircraft parking plans are outlined in Attachments 9-15. Any parking space may be used by other aircraft through mutual agreement with owning agency and

AFM. Tables 3.1, 3.2 and 3.3 specify maximum aircraft wingspan and length for aircraft parking spots on the MAC Ramp, TMF and Transient Ramp.

Table 3.1. Maximum Aircraft Size for MAC Ramp Parking Spots.

Parking Spots Maximum Wingspan Maximum Length

1, 2,*5 C-5 (223’) or smaller 248’

3,4 C-17 (170’) or smaller 174’ NOTE: With AFM approval, AMXG may use MAC 5 for KC-135 post dock maintenance. If spot 5 is required for transient/cargo aircraft, 76 AMXG will vacate the spot without delay.

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Table 3.2. Maximum Aircraft Size for TMF Ramp Parking Spots.

Parking Spots Maximum Wingspan Maximum Length

*F-1 C-5 (223’) or smaller 248’

*F-2 C-5 (223’) or smaller 248’

NOTE: Two C-5 aircraft cannot be parked on F-1 and F-2 at the same time.

A C-5 and a C-17 or smaller aircraft can be parked simultaneously on spots

F-1 and F-2.

Table 3.3. Maximum Aircraft Size for Transient Ramp Parking Spots.

Parking Spots Maximum Wingspan Maximum Length

Grass Row (5) 50 ft 63 ft

240 Large (5) 70 ft 54 ft

240 Small (3) 34 ft 50 ft

Red Carpet 74 ft w/vehicles in place 75-

94 ft w/vehicles moved

>94 ft must offset taxiline

NOTE: TA personnel are responsible for keeping landing gear off the non-load bearing Red Carpet.

3.3. Standard Taxi/Tow Routes to Trim Pads. Aircraft or vehicles requiring access to the

Trim Pads will follow procedures IAW TAFBI 13-213, and the procedures outlined in this publication.

3.3.1. From the east side of Runway 18/36 to the engine run pads (J-1, J-2, and J-3) in the center of the airdrome, the standard route is via Twy C.

3.3.2. From the transient aircraft area, the standard route is via Twy G and C.

3.3.3. From the 552 ACW north Ramp and the MAC Ramp, the standard route is via Twy K and C. ATC approval to enter Runway 13/31 is required.

3.3.4. From the 507 ARW Ramp, the standard route is via Twy H and C. ATC approval to cross Runway 13/31 is required.

3.3.5. From the Romeo Ramp and Navy Ramp, the standard route is via Twy G and C. ATC approval to cross Runway 13/31 is required.

3.3.6. Return to unit areas are via reverse routes after obtaining ATC approval.

3.3.7. Deviations may be authorized by ATC.

3.4. Taxiing from Confined Areas. In the event an aircraft is parked in a confined area and cannot be taxied safely, the owning unit will ensure aircraft is towed to a location free of obstructions. NOTE: Attachment 5 identifies areas that are not visible from the ATCT (for aircraft towing procedures, see paragraph 3.8).

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3.5. General Taxi Procedures. Refer to Attachment 3 for taxiway surface widths.

3.5.1. Radio contact with Ground Control must be established prior to starting engines.

Advise Ground Control as early as possible of critical/controlled departure times.

CAUTION: Do not start aircraft engines if a fuel truck is within 50’ of the aircraft.

3.5.2. Clearance to taxi must be obtained from Ground Control before leaving parking space.

CAUTION: Some areas on the ALC, Echo, Munitions Ramps, and Pegasus Ramp are not visible from the ATCT.

3.5.3. When requesting clearance to taxi, pilots will inform Ground Control of received

ATIS code.

3.5.4. Taxi Routes. Taxi routes will be directed by ATC.

3.5.5. B-52 will use Twy B, C (between Building 3102 and the trim pad), D, E, EE, F and G.

Do not use Twy A, C (between trim pad and Runway 13/31), J, H, K or M. Be aware if B-52 is taxied onto Twy C, W of Twy G, there will not be room to turn around. B-52 aircraft landing Runway 31 must make 180 degree turn on runway and back taxi to Twy G. B-52 aircraft departing Runway 13 must back taxi on runway and make 180 degree turn on runway at approach end for departure. The approach ends of Runway 13/31 are slightly bulged to help accommodate B-52 aircraft 180 degree turns on runway.

3.5.6. To prevent premature concrete and asphalt deterioration, runways will not be used for routine taxi purposes unless mission requirements dictate otherwise.

3.5.7. Marshallers and wing walkers must be used anytime aircraft are taxied within 25’ of an obstruction. When encountering possible hazards to taxi operations, pilots will hold until ground assistance is available and it is safe to continue, or shut down engines and have aircraft towed to the proper parking area.

3.5.8. Taxiing aircraft will yield the right of way to emergency vehicles.

3.5.9. B-1 Arrival/Departure Taxi Routes:

3.5.9.1. B-1 departure taxi route to Runway 18/36 is via Twy D, back taxi on the runway, and execute 180 turn. Pilot will hold short of Runway 18/36 until request for back taxi is approved by ATC. Arrivals will execute 180 on runway and proceed to Twy

D.

3.5.9.2. B-1 departure taxi route to Runway 13/31 is via Twy D to Twy G, back taxi on runway, and execute 180 turn. Pilot will hold short of Runway 13/31 until request for back taxi is approved by ATC. Arrivals will execute 180 on runway and proceed to Twy

G and Twy D.

3.5.9.3. During back taxi operations, pilot will exit the runway as instructed by ATC or upon B-1 pilot request.

3.5.9.4. B-1 requiring radius swing checks will taxi to MAC Ramp via Twy B. Prior coordination with AMOPS is required and MAC Ramp spots 3, 4, and 5 must be vacant.

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3.5.10. Twy M is non-standard due to 50ft keel width, which may prevent certain airframes from using the taxiway.

3.5.11. Twy B between Twy H and Twy G will be closed to aircraft operations whenever open flames are being used at the Fire Training facility.

3.5.12. Twy A on east side of Runway 18/36 and the entry to the old compass rose from

Twy H are permanently closed to aircraft taxiing operations. Both may be used for aircraft tows.

3.5.13. Due to non-load bearing pavement on the southwest corner of Twy H and Twy B intersection, heavy aircraft are prohibited from turning south onto Twy H while taxiing east on Twy B and prohibited from turning…