Questions and Answers
What does API stand for in the context of rated officers?
Air Battle Managers, API Rated Officers
What is the primary duty of personnel categorized under API 0?
What type of personnel does 'X basic Aircrew' refer to?
Qualified personnel performing basic aircrew duties
What does the K prefix identify?
Signup and view all the answers
Who conducts parachute operations approvals?
Signup and view all the answers
What does the term 'Non-Career Aviators' refer to?
Signup and view all the answers
All active flying personnel are required to complete refresher aerospace physiological training every 5 years.
Signup and view all the answers
What is the purpose of the AF Form 4323?
Signup and view all the answers
Match the following FAC codes with their definitions:
Signup and view all the answers
A service member with the Q prefix is identified as a ______.
Signup and view all the answers
What does AFI stand for?
Signup and view all the answers
What does HARM stand for?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the primary responsibility of the SARM office?
Signup and view all the answers
What is included in the term Current Operations?
Signup and view all the answers
What do Aircrew Training personnel do?
Signup and view all the answers
What does the Air Force Specialty Code 1C0X2 signify?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the difference between an Apprentice (1C032) and a Journeyman (1C052)?
Signup and view all the answers
What qualifications are generally required for a Craftsman (1C072)?
Signup and view all the answers
What are the main duties of a Superintendent (1C092)?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the role of a Career Field Manager (CFM)?
Signup and view all the answers
What does MAJCOM stand for?
Signup and view all the answers
What is Operations Security (OPSEC)?
Signup and view all the answers
What does the term Contingency Operations refer to?
Signup and view all the answers
What does ARMS Advisory Group (AAG) address?
Signup and view all the answers
What does Appendix C of AFI 11-402 break down?
Signup and view all the answers
What are Rated Aircrew?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the primary function of Flight Surgeons?
Signup and view all the answers
What does the acronym API stand for?
Signup and view all the answers
What does the term Career Enlisted Aviators (CEA) refer to?
Signup and view all the answers
What is AFI 11-421 focused on?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
HARM (Aviation Resource Management Office)
- Responsible for operational management of aviation resource management system database.
- Determines entitlement for various Aviation Career Incentive Pays and processes Aeronautical orders.
- Maintains flight records for active/inactive aviators and members disqualified for less than eight years.
- Validates incentive pay entitlements using the ARMS database.
SARM (Scheduling and Resource Management)
- Involved in scheduling, unit flight management, and airfield training operations.
- Maintains continuity book for SARM functions including pre/post mission reviews and flight documentation.
- Ensures audits of training accomplishments and manages unit's flying hour program.
Current Operations
- Responsible for building flying schedules and coordinating sortie contracts with maintenance.
- Schedules aircrew members and parachutists for training and ensures optimal use of allocated resources.
Aircrew Training
- Monitors aircrew upgrades and maintains training requirements.
- Develops training programs based on mission needs.
Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 1C0X2
- The structure of AFSC categorizes career groups, fields, subdivisions, and skill levels for career management.
Apprentice (1C032) and Journeyman (1C052)
- Collects, audits, and processes aircrew data and records, with the key difference being supervision levels required.
Craftsman (1C072)
- Plans and schedules missions, monitors incentive pay, and evaluates training data for aircrew members.
Superintendent (1C092)
- Manages workloads and evaluates ARM personnel assignments, particularly for deployed operations.
Career Field Manager (CFM)
- Approves technical training courses and standardizes ARM policies across various levels.
MAJCOM Functional Manager (MFM)
- Ensures manpower standards are met and conducts staff visits for compliance.
Wing Functional Manager (WFM)
- Appointed by the operations group commander, responsible for training and progression of 1C0X2 personnel.
Chief Host Aviation Resource Manager (CHARM)
- Operates within the HARM office; supervision by qualified Master Sergeants or GS-7 level personnel.
On-the-Job Training (OJT)
- Provides hands-on training necessary for proficiency in aviation resource management.
Utilization and Training Workshop (U&TW)
- A forum for discussing career ladder training requirements and resources conducted with key stakeholders.
Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP)
- A guide for planning and managing effective career field training, detailing training needs and objectives.
Specialty Training Standard (STS)
- Part of the CFETP, outlining skills and knowledge required for individuals within their AFSC.
Specialty Training Requirements Team (STRT)
- Evaluates training programs and recommends necessary changes to improve effectiveness.
AF Form 623, Individual Training Record Folder
- Contains the CFETP and STS, tracking formal training completion for personnel.
Skill Level Definitions
- Apprentice (3-skill level): Completes required course to qualify for basic duties.
- Journeyman (5-skill level): Requires completion of CDCs and OJT; minimum 12-month timeframe for upgrade.
- Craftsman (7-skill level): Advanced role needing SSgt or higher rank, with extensive OJT and specialty training completion.
- Superintendent (9-skill level): Requires Senior Master Sergeant rank, with completed AARM course.
Retraining Personnel
- Must attend specific training courses and demonstrate performance for skill level upgrades within set timeframes.
ARMS Advisory Group (AAG)
- Focuses on policy issues and standardization related to aviation and parachute management.
ARMS Working Group (AWG)
- Concentrates on technical operations, maintenance, and modifications of the ARMS database.
Contingency Operations
- Involves deployment of military forces in response to crises, often requiring training similar to home station operations.
Operations Security (OPSEC)
- Process to protect sensitive information from enemy access, with established guidelines under AFI 10-701.
Career Aviators
- Professionals responsible for operational flight duties and maintaining aviation qualifications.
Rated Aircrew and Positions
- Rated personnel include pilots, navigators, and flight surgeons, each undergoing specialized training and responsibilities.
Aircrew Position Indicator Codes (API)
- Unique codes identifying specific flying positions, aiding in management and operational planning.
Flying Activity Code (FAC)
- One-digit code indicating a member's level of flying activity, essential for operational records and planning.### Rated FACs vs. CEA FACs
- Rated FACs are numerical codes; CEA FACs are alphabetic codes.
- AFI 11-401 references FAC codes.
- Rated officers include individuals in structured positions not related to formal flying training.
Rated FAC Definitions
- FAC 1 (Force): Rated officers in API positions excluding formal training (API 1, 2, 5, 7, 9).
- FAC 2 (Training): Instructors, supervisors, and students in trainer-type aircraft at formal training units (API 1, 2, 6, 8, and 9).
- FAC 3 (Operational Supervisor): Details not provided.
- FAC 7 (Inactive): Details not provided.
CEA FAC Definitions
- FAC A (Force): CEAs in API A or G positions, not linked to formal flying training.
- FAC B (Training): Instructors and supervisors assigned to fly or instruct "TF" coded training aircraft.
- FAC C (Operational Supervisor): CEAs in supervisory roles not linked to formal flying but actively flying.
- FAC G (Inactive): CEAs assigned to inactive status.
Non-Career Aviators
- Consists of non-rated and non-CEA enlisted aircrew members required for full-time aircrew duties.
- Assigned DAFSC prefixes X, K, or Q; responsible for flight and ground operations.
- Must conform to AFI 65-503 for aircrew composition.
Aircrew Prefixes
- X (Basic Aircrew): Qualified for basic aircrew duties involving regular aerial flights.
- K (Instructor): Qualified instructors in specific aviation specialties.
- Q (Evaluator): Qualified as flight examiners or evaluators for aviation specialties.
Specialized Roles
- Flight Nurse: Non-rated officer serving as a senior medical member of aeromedical evacuation.
- Aerial Reconnaissance Weather Officer: Conducts meteorological studies and coordinates weather support for operations.
- Aeromedical Evacuation Technician: Assists with patient care during in-flight emergencies.
Technical Specialists
- Radio Frequency (RF) Transmission Systems Specialist: Manages circuits, system, and network connectivity.
- Fuel Specialist: Troubleshoots and maintains fuel-related aircraft systems.
Jump Roles
- Jump Inherent: Requires regular parachute duty to accomplish missions, maintaining jump skills.
- Non-Jump Inherent: May require occasional jump duty with need for "J" prefix.
Regulations and Forms
- AFI 11-410: Covers personnel parachute operations.
- AF Form 4323: Records operational or training jump information for validation and pay eligibility.
- AF Form 922: Updates jumps for those moving outside their assigned unit.
- DD Form 2992: Medical recommendation form that determines eligibility for flying or special duty.
Medical Examination Standards
- AFI 48-123: Outlines medical examinations; initial and periodic examinations required for flying status.
- Initial Examination: Required before assuming flying duties; valid for up to 24 months.
- Periodic Examination: Mandatory every 455 days; checks for continued fitness for flying duties.
Training Requirements
- Physiological Training: Required for personnel above 10,000 feet; includes refresher training every 5 years.
- Waiver Actions: Specific conditions allow for waiving refresher training; medical evaluation boards also considered.
Record Keeping
- FRF/JRF: Folders maintained to document flying/jumping qualifications; include historical performance data.
- Jump History Report (JHR): Documents career jump totals and specifics on jump types and conditions.
Disposition and Construction
- Disposition: FRF/JRF records maintained for inactive aviators; removed from ARMS database after 12 months without flight.
- Folder Construction: Specifics on the labeling and organization of FRF/JRF folders for personnel tracking purposes.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
This quiz focuses on key concepts and terminology from Block 1 of Aviation Resource Management. It includes flashcards that define important terms and procedures critical to managing aviation resources effectively. Test your knowledge and understanding of the related responsibilities and operations.