Aircraft Inventory and Readiness Overview

<p>Aircraft meeting the Primary Aircraft Authorization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>PDAI (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Primary Aerospace Vehicle Authorization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>BAI (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Specific uses or missions for aerospace vehicles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To describe capabilities for assessment and reporting readiness. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Core METLs, WMP, UTC Availability, and other resources. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Authority over subordinate forces involving command functions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Warning Order (WARNORD) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To modify any previously issued order. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A code identifying a like-type unit. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The transfer of forces between commanders. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alert Order (ALERTORD) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Materiel to support wartime activities and initial operations. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Time phased information for operations or rotations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tasks identified through mission analysis and approved by a commander. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A directive to implement a decision to initiate military operations. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prepare to Deploy Order (PTDO) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure enough engines support war tasks until supply lines are established. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Manpower Authorization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide individual assignments for authorized positions in a unit. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To determine the efficient manpower level needed for specific functions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They maintain qualification in the command's combat mission. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provides detailed concepts and phases for military operations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>PAFSC denotes the most qualified duty, whereas CAFSC is for assignment management. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To enhance and maintain proficiency in the assigned qualification level. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can fulfill certain mission aspects but require further training for full qualification. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is validated but not funded due to budget constraints. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They receive assistance from another commander's forces. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It must meet minimum specified frequency to remain qualified. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It identifies mission-driven manpower spaces authorized for a unit. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Full Mission Capable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>PMC (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Remaining flying hours until inspection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aircraft availability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>MAF aircraft are normally under the ISO concept (C), It translates flying hour ute rates into calendar periods, usually expressed in days. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduces aircraft entering HQ status (A), More likely to be power and hydro capable (B), Reduces CANN aircraft downtime (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It may increase man-hours for rebuilding. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using parts from other aircraft (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>40% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unique configurations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The difference in hours between aircraft (C), Calculated by dividing the phase cycle by the number of aircraft (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It leads to more consistent aging across the fleet. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Based on aircraft accruing a specified number of flying hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flying hour utilization rates (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To allow for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Attrition Reserve</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>PAA</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aircraft required primarily for crew training and qualifications (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>TAI = Total Active Inventory BAI = Backup Aerospace Vehicle Inventory PAA = Primary Aerospace Vehicle Authorization PIC = Purpose Identifier Codes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Primary Other Aerospace Vehicle Inventory (POAI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>War Readiness Engine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide the names and ranks of personnel assigned to authorized positions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>manpower authorization</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Initial Qualification Training (IQT) = Qualifies aircrew for basic duties Mission Qualification Training (MQT) = Achieves competence in primary tasked mission Basic Aircraft Qualification (BAQ) = Qualifies aircrew in unit aircraft Continuation Training (CT) = Maintains proficiency in qualification level</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unit Manning Document (UMD) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Supported</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>CAFSC = Control Air Force Specialty Code OPLAN = Operation Plan DRRS = Defense Readiness Reporting System BMC = Basic Mission Capable</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To monitor readiness of DoD components (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Qualified in some unit mission aspects but not MR/CMR.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Operation Plan (OPLAN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mission Essential Task (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To authorize the transfer of forces between combatant commanders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Designed Operational Capability</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>WARNORD = Initiates the development of military courses of action PLANORD = Provides planning guidance and directs plan development ALERTORD = Directs initiation of planning after COA approval PTDO = Orders preparation of units for deployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Movement data for operation plans (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Authority over forces limited to detailed direction and control of movements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Listing (METL)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>ADCON = Direction over administrative and support functions OPCON = Authority to perform command functions over subordinate forces TACON = Detailed control of movements within an operational area COCOM = Nontransferable command authority over assigned forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alert Order (ALERTORD) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Designed Operational Capability (DOC) Statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Planning (PLANORD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An aircraft that cannot perform any assigned missions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Calendar periods based on flying hour utilization rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Time Distribution Index (TDI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Phase Inspection = Hours flown until next inspection Isochronal Inspection = Calendar periods for inspections Short Cycle = Minimizing aircraft downtime Extended Cycle = Longer periods between inspections</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shortens downtime for CANN aircraft (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>55%</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>30</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Phase Inspection = Requires specified flying hours Isochronal Inspection = Based on calendar days Extended Cycle = Allows longer downtimes Short Cycle = Faster turnaround for aircraft</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using spare parts from other aircraft to maintain one aircraft. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Distribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Higher risk of component degradation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Aircraft assigned to meet the Primary Aircraft Authorization. It includes PM, PT, PD, and PO categories.

Aircraft assigned to a unit for performance of its wartime mission. This is the core group of aircraft for combat.

Aircraft required primarily for technical and specialized training of crew personnel or leading to aircrew qualification. This covers training aircraft.

Aircraft assigned primarily for testing or development of new aircraft or components. This includes experimental and research planes.

Aircraft required for special missions not elsewhere classified. For example, dedicated planes for reconnaissance or electronic warfare.

Aircraft above the primary mission inventory to serve as backup in case of scheduled or unscheduled maintenance, modifications, or unexpected problems. These aircraft provide operational flexibility.

Aircraft procured to replace expected losses during peacetime or wartime. This is calculated across an entire weapons system, not on an individual unit.

The number of aircraft authorized to a unit for its operational mission. It forms the basis for allocating resources like manpower, equipment, and flying hours.

An aerospace vehicle/ICBM that can perform all of its assigned missions.

An aerospace vehicle/ICBM that can perform at least one, but not all, of its assigned missions.

An aerospace vehicle/ICBM that cannot perform any of its assigned missions.

A type of inspection based on an aircraft accumulating a specific number of flying hours, typically used for CAF aircraft.

A visual representation of the remaining flying hours for each aircraft until the next phase inspection is due.

The average number of flying hours remaining until the next phase inspection for a fleet of aircraft.

The difference in flying hours between each individual aircraft in a fleet.

A method of aircraft inspection based on calendar periods, typically used for MAF aircraft.

The distribution of flying hours across a fleet of aircraft. Ideally, hours should be evenly spread.

The number of flying hours experienced by a specific aircraft in a fleet.

Aircraft designated as spares for parts and maintenance, intended to increase the availability of other operational aircraft.

A method of managing CANN aircraft that aims to minimize downtime by cycling parts more frequently.

A method of managing CANN aircraft that extends downtime to reduce the number of CANN aircraft needed.

The percentage of an aircraft's available flying hours (PAI) that can be committed to operational flights.

The quantity of net serviceable engines needed to support Air Force war tasking and sustain operational units' war efforts until resupply and repair are established.

Human resources needed to accomplish a specific job, workload, mission, or program. Determined by an Air Force Manpower Standard or management decision.

A funded manpower requirement with details defining the position's function, organization, location, skill, grade, and other characteristics.

A tool determining the best and most efficient manpower level to support a function. It's a quantitative expression of man-hour requirements for varying workloads.

A detailed manpower listing from the manpower data system. It identifies the manpower spaces authorized for a unit.

Provides information about the individuals filling authorized positions in a unit. It shows names and ranks assigned to each position.

A management tool used for Airman assignments, training requirements, and promotion considerations.

The AFSC an Airman is most qualified to perform duty.

Training to qualify aircrew for basic duties in an assigned crew position without regard to the unit's operational mission.

An aircrew member who has completed IQT and is qualified to perform duties in the unit aircraft.

Training required to achieve basic competence in a unit's primary tasked mission. It's a prerequisite for CMR and BMC status.

An aircrew member who has completed IQT and MQT, qualified in some aspect of the unit mission, but not at CMR/MR status. They can attain full qualification within 30 days.

An aircrew member who has completed IQT, MQT, and maintains qualification and proficiency in the command or unit combat mission.

A program that provides crewmembers with the training necessary to maintain proficiency in their assigned qualification level.

The commander who receives assistance from another commander's force or capabilities.

The commander who provides assistance to another commander's force.

Tasks based on mission analysis and approved by the commander that are necessary, indispensable, or critical to the success of a mission.

An operational readiness construct that describes capabilities for assessment and reporting of readiness to conduct the missions prescribed in the National Military Strategy. A METL consists of METs with associated conditions and standards and appropriate supporting tasks.

A MAJCOM-generated document that consolidates Core Mission Essential Task List (METL), War and Mobilization Plan (WMP), UTC Availability (UTA), and specific resources. The DOC Statement, itself, is not a source or authoritative document. The DOC Statement does not establish, organize, design, equip, or task a unit. Units are required to report based on authoritative data source (ADS) requirements and Functional Area Manager (FAM) inputs. Its purpose is to provide a summary document that consolidates information from several source/authoritative documents in a single easy-to-access location.

A Joint Chiefs of Staff developed and assigned code, consisting of five characters that uniquely identify a "like-type" unit, or units with common distinguishing characteristics.

The time phased force, non-unit cargo and personnel data, and movement data for the operation plan or operation order or ongoing rotation of forces.

A planning directive that initiates the development and evaluation of military courses of action by a commander. If the order contains the deployment of forces, SecDef’s authorization is required.

A planning directive that provides essential planning guidance and directs the development, adaptation, or refinement of a plan/order. Provides essential planning guidance and directs the initiation of plan development before the directing authority approves a military COA.

A planning directive that provides essential planning guidance, directs the initiation of planning after the directing authority approves a military course of action, but does not authorize execution. An ALERTORD does not authorize execution of the approved COA.

An order to a force provider to have a unit ready and available to deploy within a specified response time.

A directive from the Secretary of Defense, issued by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, that authorizes the transfer of forces between combatant commanders, Services, and Department of Defense agencies and specifies the authorities the gaining combatant commander will exercise over the specific forces to be transferred.

An order issued by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at the direction of the Secretary of Defense, to implement a decision by the President to initiate military operations.

A directive issued by a commander to subordinate commanders for the purpose of effecting the coordinated execution of an operation.

A method used to task and disseminate to components, subordinate units, and command and control agencies projected sorties, capabilities, and/or forces to targets and specific missions.

A FRAGORD is a modification to any previously issued order. It is issued to change an existing order or to execute a branch or sequel of an existing OPORD. It provides brief and specific directions that address only those parts of the original order that have changed.

Nontransferable command authority, which cannot be delegated, of a combatant commander to perform those functions of command over assigned forces involving organizing and employing commands and forces; assigning tasks; designating objectives; and giving authoritative direction over all aspects of military operations, joint training, and logistics necessary to accomplish the missions assigned to the command.

Direction or exercise of authority over subordinate or other organizations in respect to administration and support.

The authority to perform those functions of command over subordinate forces involving organizing and employing commands and forces, assigning tasks, designating objectives, and giving authoritative direction necessary to accomplish the mission.

The authority over forces that is limited to the detailed direction and control of movements or maneuvers within the operational area necessary to accomplish missions or tasks assigned.

Materiel required, in addition to mobility equipment and primary operating stocks, to support wartime activities reflected in the AF War and Mobilization Plan until the industrial base can meet wartime demands. Consists of enterprise managed, dynamically positioned equipment and consumables that contribute to initial operations and provide initial support cross the full range of military operations. It enhances combat support capability to reduce the time required to achieve an operational capability and/or produce an operational effect

Aircraft assigned to operating forces for missions like training, testing, or maintenance.

Tasks based on mission analysis and approved by the commander that are necessary, indispensable, or critical to the success of a mission.

An operational readiness construct that describes capabilities for assessment and reporting of readiness to conduct the missions prescribed in the National Military Strategy.

A MAJCOM-generated document that consolidates Core Mission Essential Task List (METL), War and Mobilization Plan (WMP), UTC Availability (UTA), and specific resources.

A Joint Chiefs of Staff developed and assigned code, consisting of five characters that uniquely identify a "like-type" unit, or units with common distinguishing characteristics.

The time phased force, non-unit cargo and personnel data, and movement data for the operation plan or operation order or ongoing rotation of forces.

A planning directive that initiates the development and evaluation of military courses of action by a commander.

A planning directive that provides essential planning guidance and directs the development, adaptation, or refinement of a plan/order.

A planning directive that provides essential planning guidance, directs the initiation of planning after the directing authority approves a military course of action, but does not authorize execution.

An order to a force provider to have a unit ready and available to deploy within a specified response time.

A directive from the Secretary of Defense, issued by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, that authorizes the transfer of forces between combatant commanders, Services, and Department of Defense agencies and specifies the authorities the gaining combatant commander will exercise over the specific forces to be transferred.

An order issued by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at the direction of the Secretary of Defense, to implement a decision by the President to initiate military operations.

A directive issued by a commander to subordinate commanders for the purpose of effecting the coordinated execution of an operation.

A method used to task and disseminate to components, subordinate units, and command and control agencies projected sorties, capabilities, and/or forces to targets and specific missions.

A FRAGORD is a modification to any previously issued order. It is issued to change an existing order or to execute a branch or sequel of an existing OPORD. It provides brief and specific directions that address only those parts of the original order that have changed.

Nontransferable command authority, which cannot be delegated, of a combatant commander to perform those functions of command over assigned forces involving organizing and employing commands and forces; assigning tasks; designating objectives; and giving authoritative direction over all aspects of military operations, joint training, and logistics necessary to accomplish the missions assigned to the command.