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CONTINGENCY AND WARTIME DEPLOYABLE AIRFIELD OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

This volume of AMCR 55-3 describes basic procedures, facilities, organizations, manpower, materiel, andequipment needed by the AMC Commander to provide the capability to operate at worldwide locations through theuse of deployable command and control elements and other mission support forces. It provides basic policy andguidance relevant to planning, deploying, supporting, and using AMC tanker airlift control elements (TALCE),mission support teams (MST), and other special purpose teams to support of AMC tanker and airlift operations. Itdefines the home station and deployed structure and command relationships for airlift control squadrons (ALCS)and sets minimum standards for qualifications, selection, and training of assigned personnel and augmentees;deployed and in garrison operating procedures; the AMC Airfield Survey Program; the mobility air reporting andcommunications (MARC) system maintenance program; and the AMC Affiliation Program. Except as otherwisenoted, this volume applies to active duty ALCSs and to Air National Guard (ANG) (when published in NGR(AF)0-2) and United States Air Force Reserve (USAFR) (when published in AFRESR 0-2, volume 2) airlift control flights(ALCF). The term "ALCF" interchanges with "ALCS" unless otherwise stated.

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I n t r o d u c t i o n 1 . 1 3A p p l i c a t i o n 1 . 2 3P u r p o s e a n d S c o p e 1 . 3 3M i s s i o n 1 . 4 3T A L C E M i l i t a r y E s s e n t i a l i t y S t a t u s a n d P r i o r i t y 1 . 5 4D e s c r i p t i o n 1 . 6 4G e n e r a l P o l i c i e s 1 . 7 5D e v i a t i o n s 1 . 8 6T A L C E D e s i g n a t i o n 1 . 9 6C h a n g e s 1 . 1 0 6W a i v e r A u t h o r i t y f o r A N G a n d U S A F R 1 . 1 1 6

Chapter 2—Selection, Training , and Qualification of TALCE Cadre and Augmentee PersonnelG e n e r a l 2 . 1 7A p p l i c a t i o n 2 . 2 7S e l e c t i o n a n d Q u a l i fi c a t i o n o f A L C S P e r s o n n e l 2 . 3 7S e c u r i t y C l e a r a n c e R e q u i r e m e n t s 2 . 4 9T A L C E S p e c i a l E x p e r i e n c e I d e n t i fi e r s ( S E I ) 2 . 5 9T r a i n i n g 2 . 6 9T r a i n i n g R e c o r d s 2 . 7 1 6

Chapter 3—TALCE Organization and FunctionsG e n e r a l 3 . 1 1 7F i x e d O r g a n i z a t i o n s 3 . 2 1 7D e p l o y a b l e O r g a n i z a t i o n s 3 . 3 1 9D e p l o y e d O r g a n i z a t i o n s 3 . 4 1 9

Chapter A—AMC Affiliation ProgramG e n e r a l 4 . 1 2 4O b j e c t i v e s 4 . 2 2 4A f fi l i a t i o n 4 . 3 2 4

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Requests for Affiliation AlignmentAffiliation TypesActivitiesAffiliation TrainingSchedulingALCS Unit Affiliation ManagementQuality ControlAMC Affiliation Manager's ConferenceDocumentationRemoval of AffiliatesAir Reserve Component Affiliation Program

Chapter 5—AMC Airfield Survey ProgramPurposeGeneralResponsibilitiesSquadron Airfield Survey ProgramAirfield Survey Tasking ProceduresAccomplishment of SurveysDocumentationQuality of Airfield SurveysAirfield Survey DatabasePilot Unit Responsibilities

Chapter 6—Communications Maintenance ProgramPurposeGeneralMARC Maintenance PlanPilot Unit ResponsibilitiesCommunications Support Team (CST)ALCS Commander Responsibilities

Chapter 7—C2 RelationshipsIntroductionPurposeAMC(C2)Deployed Working RelationshipsConflict Resolution

Chapter 8—Deployed OperationsIntroductionPolicyTasking and PlanningDeployment OperationsRoll-Up and RedeploymentReports

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Chapter 1

GENERAL

1.1. Introduction. Military forces are required to rapidly mobilize and deploy in support of national objectives. As acomponent of United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), AMC provides global reach for US forces.To manage, coordinate, and control air mobility missions, AMC has established a global command and control (C2)network consisting of fixed and mobile organizations. The mobile organization responsible for providing a continuouson-site management of AMC airfield operations is the tanker airlift control element (TALCE). It is established atfixed, en route, or deployed locations where AMC operational support is non-existent or insufficient. It provides C2,communications, aerial port services, maintenance, security, weather, and intelligence—the critical elements needed toensure a safe and highly efficient air base for all tanker and airlift operations. The TALCE consists of a cadre ofoperations and communications personnel complemented by mission support elements from various units. It deploysin support of special assignment airlift mission (SAAM), joint airborne air transportability training (JA/ATT), exercise,tanker support, and contingency or emergency relief missions on both a planned and "no notice" basis. The TALCEcadre is provided by active duty ALCSs and ANG and USAFR ALCFs.

1.2. Application. This regulation applies to all air mobility units to which a TALCE cadre is assigned and to all unitsproviding manpower, materiel, and supplies in support of TALCE operations. The term "TALCE cadre" refers to allpersonnel permanently assigned to an ALCS or ALCF, and the term TALCE is generally applied to describe allpersonnel or operations involved in mobile C2, operational management, and mission support under the supervision ofa TALCE cadre member. All references to ALCS apply equally to all ANG and USAFR ALCFs unless otherwisenoted. Likewise, all references to TALCEs apply equally to mission support teams (MST) unless otherwise noted.

1.3. Purpose and Scope. The purpose of this volume is to define responsibilities and provide basic guidance for themanagement and employment of active duty ALCSs and ANG and USAFR ALCFs. It defines responsibilities andtasks each organization must accomplish and establishes minimum requirements. It does not dictate how those tasksare to be accomplished or limit unit prerogatives for establishing their own procedures, standards, and goals. Decisionmaking responsibility and accountability is to be passed down to the lowest level having knowledge and experience tomake those decisions. Information in previous versions of AMCR 55-3 will be published in separate documents andwill be informative (not directive) in nature. Specific tasking, procedures, and management directives will be providedby direct communication to the units involved through verbal instructions, messages, or letters. This volume containscommand policy on qualification, selection, and ttaining of unit cadre members; operating procedures; the AMCairfield survey program; the AMC affiliation program; the TALCE communications maintenance program; the TALCEmanagement structure; and TALCE working relationships.

1.4. Mission. The overall mission of active duty ALCSs and the ANG and USAFR ALCFs is to provide AMC thecapability to operate at worldwide locations where little or no operational support exists. In order to meet thisobjective, the following specific missions must be accomplished:

1.4.1. Establish and operate TALCEs to provide C2 of AMC forces and operational management of AMC assets atdesignated airfields. The capability to sustain operations under bare base conditions and unit self-sufficiency isrequired.

1.4.2. Deploy MSTs to manage air mobility operations and provide support to airlift users in moving passengers andcargo under circumstances when a TALCE is not required or not available.

1.4.3. Conduct airfield surveys to assess the capability and limitations of specified airfields to support planned oranticipated air mobility operations.

1.4.4. Provide ttaining in air mobility planning and equipment preparation for airlift to all military units which areidentified as air mobile or air transportable.

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1.4.5. Provide communications support to other AMC C2 agencies when AMC contingency communications unitscannot meet their requirements.

1.4.6. Provide stage crew management at designated en route or deployed locations.

1.5. TALCE MiUtary EssentiaUty Status and Priority. Through its service components, the Department of Defense(DOD) identifies and prioritizes essential military manpower, material, and programs to ensure proper managementand allocation of critical resources. The TALCE cadre's military essentiality category (status code) and precedenceratings are:

1.5.1. In accordance with AFR 26-1, volume 2, paragraph 6-7g(l)(b) definitions, the TALCE cadre's militaryessentiality status (MES) is code A. This is the data code used in the TALCE cadre's unit authorization file (UAF).TALCE cadre manpower positions do not require active engagement in combat; however, TALCE cadre duties arecritical to combat operational success and could subject the TALCE cadre to hostile actions. The TALCE cadre isdesignated a direct combat support unit in accordance with AFR 261, volume 2, tables 6-1, rule 2; 6-4, rules 1 and 4;and 6-5, rules 1 and 2.

1.5.2. In accordance with AFR 27-1, paragraph 3b(2), the TALCE cadre, as a direct combat support unit, has a DODforce activity designator (FAD) essentiality rating of FAD II and a precedence rating of 2-01 through 2-10.

1.6. Description. Selected AMC, ANG, and USAFR air wings and groups will have TALCE cadre personnel andequipment assigned.

1.6.1. In-Garrison (Home Station). TALCE cadre personnel are assigned to an ALCS (active duty) directly under theoperations group commander or to an ALCF (ANG or USAFR) under the deputy commander for operations (DO).The ALCS commander is responsible for selecting, manning, training, and equipping TALCE cadre and augmenteepersonnel, as well as overall mission planning, coordinating, and mobilizing in support of AMC mission taskings. TheALCS commander will ensure personnel and equipment are able to deploy witnin 12 hours of notification (36 hours forANG and USAFR forces).

1.6.2. Tanker Airlift Control Element. The ALCS or ALCF cadre is the command element of the deployed TALCEproviding the commander, C2 staff, and communications required to support AMC's worldwide refueling and airliftoperations. A TALCE will be commanded by an officer who has been certified as a TALCE commander. TALCEsconduct worldwide operations from airfields ranging from austere locations to established facilities at civilian airportsor military airfields. They provide rninimum essential onload, offload, and en route AMC mission support duringdeployment, employment, and redeployment operations.

1.6.3. Mission Support Team. An MST performs the same functions as a TALCE; however, an MST is managed byan enlisted supervisor certified bv an ALCS commander. The ALCS is responsible for providing MST training.

1.6.4. Airfield Survey Teams (AST). ALCSs are responsible for conducting airfield surveys worldwide. An AST willbe led by a TALCE cadre member certified to conduct airfield surveys. The TALCE team chief tasked to conduct thesurvey will deteremine the composition of the AST. A typical AST might include safety, civil engineers (CE), combatcontrol team (CCT) (crash, fire, rescue), explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), security, maintenance, and aerial portpersonnel.

1.6.5. Affiliation Training Team (ATT). ALCSs and ALCFs are responsible for conducting the AMC AffiliationProgram to designated US forces. An ATT consists normally of two qualified instructors responsible for conductingthe airlift planners course and the equipment preparation course.

1.6.6. Communications Support Team (CST). CSTs are formed by members from the ALCS communicationmaintenance section. CSTs deploy in support of AMC communications requirements and may or may not be a part ofa TALCE.

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1.7. General Policies. The generic term TALCE applies to all terms; the following policies apply to ASTs, ATTs,CSTs, MSTs, and TALCEs:

1.7.1. Orders. Due to the frequency of TALCE cadre commitments, the use of blanket orders is authorized andencouraged for industrial funded (IF) operations (not appUcable to ANG and USAFR). The following specialauthorizations are approved for inclusion in all TALCE mission temporary duty (TDY) orders. (This includes AFForm 938 used to order ARC members to active duty).

1.7.1.1. TALCE cadre on active flying status are authorized additional crewmember (ACM) status on AMC aircraft.

1.7.1.2. TALCE personnel on active flying status are authorized to enplane and deplane on aircraft on which they arecurrent and qualified for purposes of maintaining currency.

1.7.1.3. All TALCE personnel are authorized mission essential ground personnel (MEGP) status on any AMC aircraftto and from deployed locations. Cockpit seating is authorized with concurrence of the aircraft commander.

1.7.1.4. TALCE members are authorized cockpit access and use of aircraft radios to coordinate mission informationwith the aircrew or other agencies.

1.7.1.5. When mission dictates, orders will include authorization to travel in civilian clothes.

1.7.1.6. Team integrity of cadre and support element personnel is essential.

1.7.2. Quarters. Deployed TALCEs will make every effort to use government or contract quarters at the deployedlocation. A class-A telephone must be readily available to TALCE commanders, MST, AST, ATT, and CST chiefs tomeet AMC's commitment to worldwide operations and to be accessible to the AMC TACC mission support cell (MSC)at all times.

1.7.3. Free Time at Home Station (not appUcable to ANG and USAFR). After official TDY, TALCE personnelreturning to home station should be given sufficient free time to ensure proper rest and permit them to resolve personalaffairs. When mission and training requirements permit and subject to the commander concurrence, 1 hour of free timefor each 3 hours of TDY (up to 72 hours) will be taken immediately upon return.

1.7.4. Passports. TALCE personnel are required to deploy short notice to any location worldwide. To ensure thiscapability, TALCE cadre and cadre augmentees are authorized and will have both official and civilian passports(purchased at government expense). Procedures for obtaining passports are in AFR 30-4 and AMCR 34-3.

1.7.5. Personnel Utilization. Work schedules for TALCE operations are based on 12 hour work shifts. Sustainedoperations over 30 days in duration require the deployment of additional personnel in primary unit type code (UTC)positions since the UTCs do not provide the capability to support additional duty taskings without degrading primarymission capability. When notified of a requirement to augment employment location base operating support (BOS),the TALCE commander will plan for and deploy with the additional support personnel required.

1.7.6* ANG and USAFR Scheduling. ANG and USAFR forces will be allowed mandays (MPA or RPA) and will beplaced in an official duty status to accomplish all of the following tasks.

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1.8. Deviations. Deviations from prescribed methods are authorized by the on-site TALCE commander if required formission accomplishment. In no instance is a deviation that detracts from safety procedures permitted. Unitsupplements to this regulation require HQ AMC/XOOCM approval.

1.9. TALCE Designation. TALCEs are formed by combining multiple UTCs from various wings and groups asrequired to accomplish the tasked mission. The TALCE cadre that provides the senior ranking officer or NCOdetermines the deployed unit designation, e.g. the "437th TALCE—Cherry Point" would be designated as suchbecause the cadre is from the 437thAirlift Wing (AW) and it is in place at Cherry Point MCAS. 437th unit identity isused even though maintenance and aerial port functions might be from other wings. This designation will be used inall reports arid correspondence. However, the TALCE will commonly be referred to by its station location (e.g. the"Cherry Point TALCE"). Each ALCS, regardless of wing of assignment, will maintain the capability to plan,coordinate, control, and support operations for all AMC and Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) aircraft.

1.10. Changes. Recommendations for improvement or changes to this regulation are encouraged. Submitrecommendations for changes to this publication to HQ AMC/XOOCM.

1.11. Waiver Authority for ANG and USAFR. Waiver authority for ANG and USAFR TALCEs will be submittedthrough appropriate National Guard Bureau (NGB) and Air Force Reserve (AFRES) channels:

—NGB: Through ANGRC/DO, Andrews AFB MD 20331-6008.

—AFRES: Through appropriate USAFR numbered Air Force (NAF) DO to HQ AFRES/DOO.

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Chapter 2

SELECTION, TRAINING , AND QUALIFICATION OF TALCE CADREAND AUGMENTEE PERSONNEL

2.1. General. The TALCE is a temporary AMC organization formed at deployed locations and is an extension ofAMC C2. TALCE cadre personnel must possess management experience and skills needed to execute AMC's airmobility mission, and have the tact, diplomacy, and leadership skills needed to work in international environmentsunder crisis or hostile conditions. TALCE cadre personnel must have operational sophistication and flexibility toevaluate emergency situations, develop new or innovative solutions, and properly apply resources to resolve timecritical operational problems. The TALCE is often the first or only representative of the United States Air Force seenby international civilian or other government agencies.

2.2. AppUcation. This chapter applies to all TALCE cadre and augmentee personnel. Unless otherwise stated, allreferences to ALCS in this chapter apply equally to ANG and USAFR units.

.2.3. Selection and QuaUflcation of ALCS Personnel:

2.3.1. General Criteria. All ALCS positions will be filled by highly qualified personnel. ALCSs will be selectivelymanned according to AFRs 36-20 and 39-11. Personnel selected for ALCS positions will have a minimum of an 18-month service retainability. When feasible, nominees will be selected from personnel who have been trained inTALCE operations and final selection accomplished by ALCS commanders. Selected personnel will not have aphysical profile that would prevent or exempt them from mobility requirements. Personnel who cannot deploy andperform required tasks due to permanent or long-term physical limitations or restrictions will not be assigned to anALCS and, if already assigned to an ALCS, will be reassigned. Airmen being considered for assignment to an ALCSunit manpower document (UMD) position must possess the Air Force specialty code (AFSC) and grade and skill-levelrequired for that position. Enlisted personnel must possess at least a 5-level AFSC to be assigned or augment theALCS. Personnel presently in 5-level upgrade ttaining within their AFSC will not be considered for ALCS positionsuntil their upgrade training is completed. ANG and USAFR personnel are not required to possess grade of position towhich they are being assigned. The ALCS commander may waive this policy for cross-trainees demonstratingexceptional abilities and possessing the grade commensurate to the position being assigned. Send a copy of waiver toHQ AMC/XOOCM. NOTE: An individual may not be TALCE cadre-certified until award of their 5-level. ALCScommander will review inbound assignments to ensure personnel are suitable for TALCE mission.

2.3.2. Specific Selection and Qualification Criteria:

2.3.2.1. ALCS Commander. Wing and group commanders will nominate ALCS commanders. ALCS positions arerated, but do not require active flight participation. EXCEPTION: An officer from the 19xx career field withappropriate TALCE experience may serve as commander if the director of operations is a rated officer.

2.3.2.2. ALCS Mission Planning Officers. Officers considered for assignment to the ALCS must possess knowledgeof AMC C2, and have the background and experience in AMC operations to anticipate problem areas and applypositive corrective actions. Assigned officers must be able to plan, organize, deploy, employ, and redeploy squadron-size organizations in support of operations at non-AMC stations. Deployed ALCS officers are either TALCEcommanders or operations officers and are responsible for effective C2 and support of air mobility operations. In-garrison, ALCS officers conduct operational planning and coordinating for TALCE exercises, contingencies, AMCmission support, and C2 wartime requirements. Rated ALCS officers will maintain currency in AMC mission aircraftin accordance with rated position indicator (RPI) 6 on the UMD.

2.3.2.3. Loadmasters and Inflight Refueling Technicians. Each ALCS will have at least one fully qualified loadmasteror inflight refueling technician assigned from each of AMC's primary mission air mobility aircraft. ANG and USAFRmay assign loadmasters as available in their wing's assigned aircraft. Loadmasters and inflight refueling technicianswill maintain currency in their assigned aircraft.

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2.3.2.4. Airfield Management. Airfield management personnel must have a basic understanding of airfieldmanagement and operations. This includes airfield operating restrictions and criteria, airfield inspections, flightplanning, notices to airmen (NOTAM), airfield lighting and markings, and fhghtline safety. Airfield managementpersonnel lacking knowledge and experience in these areas are required to receive training from the local airfieldmanager prior to deploying in a primary line number.

2.3.2.5. Communications—Avionics Maintenance. Assigned personnel must attend a MARC maintenance courseprior to deploying in a primary line number.

2.3.3.6. Communications—Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE). Assigned personnel must attend MARC orientationtraining prior to deploying in a primary line number.

2.3.2.7. Supply. Personnel performing supply duties should be familiar with budgeting, procurement, AF supplysystem procedures, and equipment accountability. Additionally, they should be able to manage MRSP and supplystocks at deployed locations and understand procedures for field resupply.

2.3.2.8. Administration. Assigned administrative personnel must be familiar with squadron orderly room andadministrative functions and maintain mobility status.

2.3.2.9. First sergeant (additional duty). The ALCS additional duty first sergeant should be selected from the seniorenlisted ranks from any AFSC and will be appointed by letter from the ALCS commander. Completion of ExtensionCourse Institute (ECI) Course 10090, First Sergeant, is desirable, but not mandatory for duty selection andqualification.

2.3.2.10. ALCS Superintendent. The senior ranking enlisted member will be designated the ALCS superintendent,regardless of AFSC. This individual will be responsible to the ALCS commander for issues dealing with enlistedpersonnel management, programs, and policies. This individual will work closely with the designated first sergeant toresolve squadron personnel problems and to establish squadron personnel policies. The ALCS superintendent is theALCS commander's senior enlisted advisor. The ALCS superintendent will work with the ALCS director of operationson operational issues such as taskings, schedules, briefings, etc.

2.3.2.11. TALCE Augmentees. ALCS commanders will ensure augmentees meet the same qualification standards ascadre personnel. NOTE: Augmentation of ANG or USAFR unit is the prerogative of the ANG or USAFR wingcommander.

2.3.2.11.1. Appropriate wing agencies will nominate suitable individuals for ALCS augmentee duty subject toacceptance by the ALCS commander.

2.3.2.11.2. Officers augmenting the ALCS will be assigned by letter and serve as an augmentee a minimum of 12months after becoming certified as TALCE commanders or operations officers.

2.3.2.11.3. Augmentees will be assigned by letter to the augmentee position for a minimum of 12 months afterbecoming TALCE-certified in their particular AFSC. NOTE: Personnel unable to meet the minimum grade, skill-level, or time criteria may be waived by the ALCS commander on an individual basis.

2.3.2.11.4. All personnel will be trained according to provisions of volumes of this regulation and AFR 50-23. Oncean individual is qualified, he or she will help plan and deploy with an TALCE or MST a minimum of once every 6months to remain current. Once currency is lost, the individual must deploy under the supervision of a qualifiedindividual. The individual's job qualification standard (JQS) will be used to document current task certification.

2.3.2.11.5. Augmentation personnel selected to fill key positions on a scheduled TALCE operation or exercise will bereleased by their units in sufficient time to participate in operational planning.

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2.3.2.11.6. Request for waiver of augmentee requirements must be fully justified. Send waiver request to HQ AMC/XOOCM. EXCEPTION: The ALCS commander may approve skill-level waivers.

2.4. Security Clearance Requirements:

2.4.1. The following ALCS AFSCs and quantities require TOP SECRET (TS) clearance eligibility:

A F S C Q t y R e m a r k s1425/2245/1435/19xx AllA 1 1 2 X 0 2A114X0 4 Minimum of 1 TS with special background investigation (SBI).2 7 1 X 1 34 5 3 X 2 A l l4 5 4 X 1 A l l7 0 2 X 0 1

2.4.2. All other ALCS personnel and augmentees require SECRET clearance eligibility. ARC cadre personnel willhave TS clearance eligibility.

2.4.3. TS clearance eligibility is required so each active duty ALCS can plan and deploy one 7E1 AE UTC and one7E1AG UTC to TS location. All ANG and USAFR ALCF cadre are required to have TS clearance (minimum oneTS/SBI for Al 14X0) in order to deploy to TS locations or augment their active duty counterparts.

2.4.4. The TS/SBI eligibility is required to support special operations' planning requirements that cannot besupported without this clearance.

2.4.5. Personnel security investigations (PSI) will not be requested when assigned individuals already have therequired PSI and security clearance eligibility according to AFR 205-32, paragraph 4-2.

2.5. TALCE Special Experience Identifiers (SEI). After TALCE certification and completion of 9 months'experience, all enlisted TALCE cadre and selected augmentees will be awarded the SEI 090 according to AFR 39-1(retroactive for personnel with previous TALCE or ALCE experience). Personnel in AFSC 45XXX who are trainedand qualified in MARC system operations and maintenance will be also be awarded the SEI 191. TALCEexperience need not be in consecutive months if no more than 3 months have transpired between the lastdeployment and TALCE duty. The ALCS commander may waive the time requirement

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2.6. Training:

2.6.1. Purpose. This section establishes the minimum training proficiency, and evaluation requirements for TALCEcadre and augmentee personnel. The TALCE ttaining program is the responsibility of the ALCS commander andwill be conducted in accordance with AFR 50-23.

2.6.1.1. The commander will appoint a training officer and noncommissioned officer (NCO) by letter to adrninisterthe ttaining program.

2.6.1.2. Only the commander may certify TALCE cadre and augmentee personnel.

2.6.2. Types of Training. TALCE ttaining falls into four major categories:

—Type I, Initial Qualification and Certification—Type II, Special Qualification and Certification—Type UI, Continuation and Recurring Training

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2.6.2.1. Type I—Initial Qualification and Certification:

2.6.2.1.1. Phase I—Initial Evaluation and Orientation. When an individual is assigned to an ALCS either as apermanent member or as an augmentee, a TALCE training folder will be created; a trainer will be assigned; and aninitial evaluation of the individual's training requirements will be accomplished. These actions should be doneduring the individual's in-processing. The initial evaluation provides feedback to the ALCS commander on theadequacy of formal training, verifies current mandatory qualifications, and identifies required on-the-job training(OJT) and formal training requirements. On completion of the evaluation, the individual will receive TALCEorientation. This unit orientation is designed to provide initial familiarization to all newly assigned ALCS andaugmentee personnel. TALCE orientation may be conducted through self-study, briefings, or local tours. TALCEorientation is not qualification training and should be limited to TALCE subjects of a general nature. TALCEorientation will be completed within 30 days of assignment (60 days for ANG and USAFR). Results of the initialevaluation and a statement confirming completion of TALCE orientation will be entered on an AF Form 623 A, On-the-Job Training Record Continuation Sheet, and placed in section I of the TALCE ttaining folder. This trainingshould include the following:

—Organization and structure of AMC, to include higher headquarters and subordinate units. Include local wingand group organizations, functions, and relationships

—Familiarization with the theater air control system (TACS) and its representative elements with emphasis on theairlift mission and deployed role of the TALCE

—Familiarization with the AMC affiliation program with emphasis on its role in TALCE deployments and userresponsibilities to self support

—Introduction to publications, local operating procedures, and policies that govern TALCE operations, such asmobility requirements, special driver's license requirements, squadron details, deployment scheduling, dependent

care issues, etc.—Completion of mobiUty requirements (e.g. shots, uniforms, passport applications, etc.) (AFR 28-4, MOP 7)

2.6.2.1.2. Phase II—Initial Qualification and Certification. This training is designed to qualify personnel inTALCE operations. Phase II ttaining will be conducted by qualified ALCS members and will consist of self-study,formal classroom, and practical (operational) training. On completing phase II training, each individual will begiven a practical evaluation by a qualified TALCE cadre member. On successfully completing evaluation, theindividual may be certified on the AF Form 797, Job Qualification Standard Continuation/Command JQS, as"qualified" by the ALCS commander. Training should be completed within 60 days for previously qualifiedpersonnel and within 90 days for personnel not previously quaUfied. USAFR personnel wiU utilize school tourmandays to complete phase EI ttaining. This tour will be consecutive and may be extended up to 30 days withdocumentation of training difficulties. Further extensions or waivers to this requirement must be submitted throughNAF ttxHQ AFRES/DOO. Individuals who have not completed phase EI training will not be deployed in a primaryline position unless they are under the direct supervision of a quaUfied trainer. For those individuals exceeding therecommended ttaining time, a monthly training progress review wiU be conducted by the training officer or NCOand the commander. This review wiU be annotated on an AF Form 623A and maintained until the individual isqualified.

2.6.2.1.3. Phase II—Common Training Requirements:

2.6.2.1.3.1. The primary ALCS cadre weapons wUl be the .38 cahber revolver (or 9 millimeter pistol) and the M-16rifle. All assigned TALCE cadre and designated cadre augmentee personnel will maintain proficiency with theseweapons. AFR 125-26, AMC Supplement 1, contains information on weapons handUng, issue, and storagerequirements. AFR 50-36, volume 2, discusses smaU arms marksmanship training.

2.6.2.1.3.2. AU ALCS and augmentee personnel will be quaUfied and authorized to operate government motorvehicles. Certification in special purpose vehicles will be accomplished on an AF Form 2293, US Air Force Motor

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Vehicle Operator Identification Card (computer-generated), before operating these vehicles. Training will includevehicle operations whUe wearing the ground crew chemical ensemble.

2.6.2.1.3.3. AU ALCS personnel should complete one AMC Affiliation Training Program Airlift Planners Course.

2.6.2.1.3.4. All ALCS personnel and augmentees should attend the foUowing ttaining when grade and time permit:Middle East Orientation Course (MEOC); Latin American Orientation Course (LAOC); African Orientation Courseand Air MobiUty School (AMS), Combat Skills Orientation (CSO) School, and an AMC sponsored AMCheadquarters and AMC TACC C2 orientation.

2.6.2.1.3.5. All TALCE cadre personnel and augmentees wiU attend the MARC operator ttaining course. Inaddition, TALCE cadre and augmentees wiU receive at least 10 hours of supervised practical ttaining (actual,simulated exercise, or equivalent training) in the assigned duty position (e.g. the aerial port and maintenanceaugmentees would use a MARC workstation as an air terminal operations center (ATOC) or job control liaisonposition and exercise message coordination, etc.).

2.6.2.1.3.6. All TALCE cadre and augmentees will receive ttaining on bare-base survivabitity and principles ofemergency airfield defense by attending the CSO course (one-time) and by participating in recurring field ttainingexercises at the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC). CSO course attendance and requirements will be managedby HQ AMC/XOOCM and participation in JRTC will be managed and tasked by AMC TACC/DOOZ.

2.6.2.1.3.7. TALCE cadre and augmentees wiU receive ttaining on operations in a chemical threat environment.This ttaining includes initial and annual chemical warfare defense (CWD) training as well as chemical warfare taskqualification ttaining (CWTQT). The CWTQT wiU be locally developed by each unit and must concentrate onwartime tasks with personnel wearing CWD ensembles.

2.6.2.1.4. Phase II—AFSC-Unique Training Requirements:

2.6.2.1.4.1. Officer Qualifications. Before performing duties as a quaUfied TALCE commander, an officer must:

2.6.2.1.4.1.1. Complete a AMC C2 orientation program conducted at the local command post and at the AMCTACC operations center at Scott AFB.<H£fTL: An. JASdC headquarters andADdC 1%CC C2. orientation visit will Be completed at the earliest available opportunity, But willnot Be a prerequisite for certification as an 1&LCL commander. ̂ However, a local command post orientation is mandatory forcertification unless the individual has previous experience in C2 at the 9JMCC, SMhdC, the air operations center's (!AOC) air moBilityelement (S^MS), or wing level

2.6.2.1.4.1.2. Serve as an in-garrison planning officer on at least one TALCE operation.

2.6.2.1.4.1.3. Serve as a deployed operations officer on at least one TALCE operation.

2.6.2.1.4.1.4. Serve as the TALCE commander, under the supervision of a quaUfied TALCE officer, on at least onedeployment

2.6.2.1.4.2. Airfield Management (271X1). Initial qualification will consist of, but is not limited to, knowledge ofor practical experience in the following:

2.6.2.1.4.2.1. Complete a AMC C2 orientation program conducted at the local command post and at the AMCTACC operations center, Scott AFB. This should include orientation ttaining on Global Decision Support System(GDSS).NOTE: An AMC headquarters and AMC TACC C2 orientation visit will be completed at the earliest availableopportunity, but will not be a prerequisite for certification as an ALCS operations NCO; however, local commandpost orientation is mandatory.

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2.6.2.1.4.2.2. Complete ttaining for preparation and transmission of aircraft movement messages conducted at a .command post or operations center. Once quaUfied, refresher ttaining wiU be accompUshed in accordance with thisvolume and AFR 50-23.

2.6.2.1.4.2.3. Complete at least 20 hours of supervised practical ttaining (actual, simulated exercises, or equivalenttraining) in the assigned duty position to include MARC and TALCE radio operations.

2.6.2.1.4.2.4. Emergency action messages and requirements from the local command post.

2.6.2.1.4.2.5. Aircraft flight-following, aircraft operating requirements (e.g. aircraft refueling, minimum essentialequipment, maintenance status codes, etc.), and aircrew support requirements to include aircrew stage operations.

2.6.2.1.4.2.6. Airfield inspection and airfield surveys to include airfield criteria, parking plans, airfield lighting andmarkings, airfield safety and clear zones, hazardous cargo parking and emergency jettison areas, airfield operatingminimums, and aircraft operating limitations (e.g. twin tandem weights, LCNs, runway requirements, maximumoperating weights, etc.). Coordinate the training with the local Airfield Manager to ensure airfield access and flightUne driving requirements are met.

2.6.2.1.4.2.7. Setup and complete operation of aU MARC equipment. Training wUl include the turn-on andoperation of the communications maintenance operator (CMO) position and the abiUty to remove, setup, operate,and reinstall MARC radios and antennas. MARC operator's course (required of ANG and USAFR personnel forinitial quaUfication) provides most of this training.

2.6.2.1.4.2.8. Communications security (COMSEC), cryptological, and authentication procedures to include setupand operation of STU-EEI and secure fax.

2.6.2.1.4.2.9. Refresher and proficiency ttaining at base operations 2-4 times a year. (ANG and USAFR ALCFpersonnel may attend refresher and proficiency training as necessary.) The ALCS airfield managementnoncommissioned officer-in-charge (NCOIC) wiU coordinate with the base airfield manager or NCOIC to establisha ttaining agreement and schedule. Training wUl be for a minimum of 5 days. The ALCS commander wiU havefinal authority to withdraw a person from training (only after completion of a scheduled shift or with at least 8hours' notification before a scheduled shift), when mission requirements dictate. Document training in theindividual's AF Form 623, On-the-Job Training Record, in accordance with AFR 50-23.

2.6.2.1.4.3. Loadmasters (Al 14X0) and Inflight Refueling Technicians (A 112X0). Training wiU include:

Jf 2.6.2.1.4.3.1. ATC Course 3AER75100X, Technical Instructor, or equivalent. This course is not necessary forinitial quaUfication but wiU be completed as soon as possible. Loadmasters and inflight refue'ting techniciansassigned to an overseas ALCS will complete this course priorto reporting to their duty location. Loadmastersassigned to an overseas ALCS should be MST-qualified prior to reporting to their overseas duty station.

2.6.2.1.4.3.2. FUght proficiency in a primary AMC mission aircraft. ALCS loadmasters and inflight refueUngtechnicians who are noncurrent for grounding items in accordance with AMCR 60-1 wiU not perform primaryaircrew duties, but may perform TALCE duties if otherwise qualified. When an ALCS loadmaster or inflightrefueling technician becomes noncurrent for grounding items, medicaUy grounded, or unquatified for any reason,the AMC TACC Mission Support Planning Office (MSPO), AMC TACC/DOOZ, and AMC/XOOCM will benotified immediately. Annotate the monthly 7602 report with appropriate remarks until the individual returns to fullflying quaUfication.

2.6.2.1.4.3.3. Load planning all airUft aircraft by computer-aided load manifest (CALM) and by the standard formand template method.

2.6.2.1.4.3.4. Loadmasters and inflight refueling technicians will not normally be used to phase n load aircraft

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2.6.2.1.4.3.5. AMC affiliation load planners and equipment preparation courses.

2.6.2.1.4.3.6. Army A/DACG or Marine embarkation orientation training, to include marshaling yard, jointinspection, ready line, and flightline equipment and personnel escort, and engines running onload and offload(ERO) procedures.

2.6.2.1.4.4. Avionics Specialists (455X2A). Training will include, but not be limited to, knowledge of or practicalexperience in:

—AN/TYQ-26 Communications Processor Control—Maintaining records and forms—Circuit and wiring layout of the MARC—Using special test equipment—Message distribution procedures—COMSEC, cryptological, and authentication procedures—MUitary Air Integrated Reporting System (MAIRS) .and emergency action messages—At least 20 hours of supervised practical ttaining (actual or simulated exercise or equivalent ttaining situations)

in the assigned duty position

NOTE: Quota requests for formal ATC training courses must be directed through the functional manager atAMC/XOOCM and through unit training channels for ANG and USAFR personnel.

2.6.2.1.4.5. AGE SpeciaUst (454X1). Training wUl consist of, but is not limited to, knowledge of and practicalexperience in:

2.6.2.1.4.5.1. Attending courses on refrigeration and heating units. This training wiU cover the operations andmaintenance of the air conditioning and heating units used with the air transportable command and communicationsshelter.

2.6.2.1.4.5.2. Completing power production orientation with host civU engineer power production section.

NOTE: Quota requests for formal ATC training courses must be directed through the functional manager at HQAMC/XOOCM and through unit training channels for ANG and USAFR personnel.

2.6.2.1.4.5.3. MARC radio voice and data operations.

2.6.2.1.4.6. Information Management Specialist (702X0 or 732X0). This ttaining wUl consist of, but is not Umitedto, knowledge of and practical experience in:

—MARC message transmission and receipt—TALCE message distribution and files—COMSEC and security documentation—TALCE records, pubUcations, and forms—Emergency actions—Radio operations—At least 20 hours of supervised practical training (actual, simulated exercises, or equivalent ttaining) in the

assigned duty position, to include MARC operations

2.6.2.1.4.7. Supply SpeciaUst (645XX). Training wiU consist of, but is not limited to, knowledge of and practicalexperience in supply DIFM and RSP procedures for deployed and home station operations.

2.6.2.2. Type II—Special QuaUfication and Certification:

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2.6.2.2.1. General PoUcy. Once an individual has been initiaUy trained and certified, the ALCS commander mayrequire select individuals to obtain additional special qualifications. The ALCS commander is the sole authoritydetermining who will or wUl not receive special quaUfication training. The ALCS commander is the certifyingofficial for aU TALCE special quaUfications.

2.6.2.2.2. MST. Assigned and augmentee personnel who wiU perform MST team chief duties will fall under samecriteria as ALCS officers. When deployed, MST chiefs are direct representatives of the AMC TACC commander.ALCS airmen selected to perform MST chief duties must be qualified to at least the 7-level and be capable oforganizing and operating at deployed locations. This ttaining will consist of, but is not limited to:

—An AMC C2 briefing that outlines command relationships between AMC, AirUft Combat Command (ACC),supported unifiedcommands, the AOC's AME, their parent wing or group, and the. deployed MST.

—GDSS familiarization—AMC Affiliation Training Program Airlift Planner's Course—Aircraft marshaling procedures—On station, emergency (operations reports (OPREP), Homeline, etc.), mission reporting, and flight-foUowing—Coordination required to ensure fuel, equipment, loads, load teams, aircrew transportation, bUleting, security,

flight planning, and other required support are available at the deployed location—Airfield survey program and airfield criteria—Aircraft parking plans, movement of aircraft on the ground, and related ground and flying safety.

2.6.2.2.3. CST. TALCE cadre or augmentees selected to perform CST chief duties must be quaUfied to at least the7-level in their AFSC and capable of planning, organizing, deploying, employing, and redeploying squad or team-size units in support of specific mission objectives. Training for all CST personnel wiU include, but is not limitedto, knowledge of and practical experience in:

—Determining and coordinating travel—Communications concept of operations—Equipment power and support requirement—Equipment configuration, to include COMSEC, frequency, and antenna selection and arrangement—Safety and security of personnel, equipment, COMSEC, and classified operational information—Knowledge of field level maintenance and testing, maintenance data coUection, supply, and WRSK

requirements

2.6.2.2.4. Airfield Survey Team (AST). TALCE cadre and augmentees selected to become Airfield Survey Teamchiefs wiU be a seven-level if enlisted. The individual must be capable of planning, organizing, deploying,employing, and redeploying a team size unit to national and international military and civUian airfields. TrainingwUl include, but is not limited to, knowledge of and practical experience in:

2.6.2.2.4.1. Foreign clearance and foreign operating rights procedures, to include requesting country clearances.

2.6.2.2.4.2. Aircraft characteristics, aircraft operating requirements (e.g., aircraft refueUng, minimum essentialequipment, fire fighting, AGE, materials handling equipment (MHE), etc.), aircraft security requirements inaccordance with AFR 207-1, AMC Supplement 1, attachments 4 and 5, and akcrew support requfrements to includeaircrew bUleting, messing, and medical requirements.

2.6.2.2.4.3. Airfield inspections and airfield surveys to include airfield criteria, parking plans, airfield lighting andmarkings, airfield safety and clear zones, hazardous cargo parking and emergency jettison areas, airfield operatingminimums, and aircraft operating limitations (e.g. twin tandem weights, LCNs, runway requirements, maximumoperating weights, aircraft parking and taxi criteria, etc.).NOTE: Recommend ALCS commanders coordinate airfield inspection training requirements with the local airfieldmanager.

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2.6.2.2.4.4. Basic TALCE operating requirements, to include determining airfield capabiUty and methods tosupport an TALCE operation (e.g. working areas, weather, host support, etc.).

2.6.2.2.4.5. Deterrmning aircraft maximums on ground (MOG) at the operating location, including contingency, CE(civil engineering and total parking area), and normal operating MOGs. This includes identifying the causes ofMOG Umitations and determining what equipment could be used to overcome the limitation.

2.6.2.2.4.6. Support agreements, site survey operations, airfield operating restrictions, airport management andorganization, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)pubUcations, flight planning, and aircraft an traffic control (ATC) support requirements.

2.6.2.2.4.7. An individual wiU deploy on a minimum of two airfield surveys under the supervision of a certifiedairfield survey team chief before being considered for certification. One survey may be accomplished with acertified NCO, but at least one survey must be done with a certified officer. The individual must be recommendedfor certification to the ALCS commander by the ALCS airfield survey program manager.

2.6.2.2.4.8. ALCS cadre selected to perform landing zone (LZ) penetrometer readings must reteive penetrometertraining from a quaUfied CCT member trained in LZ penetrometer operations. ALCS commanders may coordinatewith HQ AMC/XOJ to schedule required training. (Not appUcable to ANG and USAFR forces.)9{CfTE: 'Each /ALCS will have a minimum of two airfield survey team chiefs qualified on penetrometer operations.

2.6.2.2.5. ATT. Before an individual can teach affUiation ttaining course, he or she must have satisfactorilycompleted both airlift planners and equipment preparation courses. Additionally, the individual must have taught atleast one class under supervision of a qualified instructor and be recommended by that instructor to the ALCScommander for certification upon completion of training. Completion of ATC course 3AER75100X, TechnicalInstructor, or equivalent, is reqmred.

2.6.2.3. Type EH—Continuation and Recurring Training. This training is designed to maintain TALCE cadre andaugmentees at a high level of proficiency and ensure standardized procedures. Training should be scheduled toinclude maximum ALCS personnel and augmentee participation. Training wUl be of sufficient duration and scopeto maintain required proficiency levels (RPL). ALCS continuation training requirements wiU be determined by theALCS commander. Time periods include annual, semiannual, quarterly, and monthly training. Training subjectsshould include, but not Umited to, MARC and radio operations and setup, bare-base survivabiUty, chemical warfare,and weapons ttaining. Hold quarterly ALCS continuation training meetings. Document items covered in formalminutes, tape recordings, or other media to ensure absent members are able to get pertinent information as soon aspractical. Subjects shall be determined by the ALCS commander and wUl include:

—Changes in airiift operations regulations, publications, policies, or procedures—Items which impact ALCS operations that require immediate attention or review—Any unique unit requirements—Deployment lessons learned

2.6.2.4. Type TV—Efficiency Training:

2.6.2.4.1. TALCE proficiency ttaining. This ttaining provides ALCS commanders and ttaining managers feedbackon individual and unit proficiency. The program is used to document deployments of an individual after initialquaUfication and certification is accomplished as well as tracking total individual deployments by time and type.Managers may then be able to identify shortcomings of an individual's ttaining and schedule future deploymentsaccordingly (e.g. a 271X1 may be MST quaUfied but not have deployed as an MST team chief for over 6 months,thus requiring an MST deployment for proficiency).

2.6.2.4.2. Flight proficiency ttaining. All ALCS active duty, ANG and USAFR personnel in authorized activeflying positions (as specified in the unit personnel management roster (UPMR)) wUl maintain at least basic flightproficiency and flight currency. This includes all required aircrew ground ttaining, flight training, checkrides, and

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sufficient flying time to maintain aircrew skUls and proficiency and buUd flight experience. Rying ttaining recordswUl be maintained by the unit to which they are attached. Personnel who are noncurrent for grounding items inaccordance with AMCR 60-1 wiU not perform primary aircrew duties, but can perform TALCE duties. Anycrewmembers who are non-current or unqualified wUl be identified to HQ AMC/XOOCM and AMC TACC/DOOZ(or the ANG and USAFR NAF and personnel) immediately. Annotate this status on the monthly personnel statusreport until the individual regains flight quaUfication and currency.

2.6.3. Training Regression. Individuals who faU to demonstrate satisfactory performance during the conduct ofassigned duties or who faU to complete type I ttaining must have their ttaining records annotated in accordance withAFR 50-23. If an individual is downgraded from "qualified" to ''ttaining'' status for any reason, supervisors musttake immediate action for decertification. When an ALCS officer and airman or augmentee (includes ANG andUSAFR) has been decertified for any reason, annotate appropriate remarks on the RCS: AMC-DOC(M) 7602Report until the individual is again certified.

2.6.4. Currency Training for AFRES and ANG units. Currency training for all positions wUlinclude participationin at least one exercise or TALCE operation every 6 months, measured from the last day of the last deployment.

2.7. Training Records. Individual records for aU ALCS members and augmentees will be estabUshed to record allttaining accompUshed, to ensure that job qualification standards were met, and to document certification for specificqualifications. These records wUl also contain information on recurring ttaining and TALCE deployments todetermine experience levels and background for fiUing future deployment requirements. In addition, they provide abasis for determining unit readiness and capabUity. Recommendations on the structure, contents, and specific useswUl be included in an AMC pamphlet.

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Chapter 3

TALCE ORGANIZATION AND FUNCTIONS

3.1. General. This chapter describes the elements that make up the mobUe C2 structure, units that comprise it, andorganizations that manage it TALCEs are formed by combining mission support elements (MSE) from severalwings or groups representing various functional areas organized under a TALCE commander's C2. The ALCScommander selects a number of cadre of personnel to provide core C2 and supervision of the deployed TALCEfrom active duty ALCS or ANG and USAFR ALCFs. ALCS may also draw on augmentee personnel frommaintenance, inflight port, operations, communications, intelligence, and administration to provide functionalexpertise and management

3.2. Fixed Organizations. This section describes the fixed organizations that provide management, planning, andoperational control over TALCE units and operations. TALCE management is a dynamic process taUored tosupport the concept of centralized command and decentralized execution. Each TALCE is a temporaryorganization formed to support a specific mission, operation, exercise, or contingency. It consists of a managementnucleus of personnel from the ALCS and various mission support elements from various functional areas tailored tothe specific operational requirements. The procedures for the management and tasking of TALCE equipment andpersonnel wUl be the same during peacetime and war and contingency operations. The centralized management andtasking organizations at AMC headquarters, its command center, and AMC TACC (with the addition of personnelaugmentation) wUl have the capability to surge to wartime levels of effort using the same procedures and facUitiesthat are used on a day to day basis.

3.2.1. HQ AMC/XOOCM (MobUe C2 Operations Branch, C2 Operations Division) is the AMC staff agency thatmanages ALCS manpower and equipment programs and establishes command policies, procedures, and guidancefor training, readiness, and employment of those forces. XOOCM will be responsible for :

3.2.1.1. EstabUsbing poUcy and procedures for all ALCS and TALCE issues to include coordination with theANGRC and AFRES headquarters.

3.2.1.2. EstabUsbing poUcy and procedures for the AMC TACC Mission Support Planning Office (MSPO) (AMCTACC/DOOZ) and the AMC TACC Theater Augmentation Support Office (TASO).

3.2.1.3. Managing ALCS, ALCF, and TALCE manpower and equipment authorizations, tables of allowances, andRSP authorizations.

3.2.1.4. Planning and programming for new equipment, communication systems, computer systems and ensuringfunctionality, interoperabiUty, and suitabUity of those systems.

3.2.1.5. Requesting and coordinating annual MPA manday authorizations and providing quaUty assessment of theMSPO MPA manday programs.

3.2.1.6. Acting as focal point for ideas, electronic databases, and projects initiated or conducted by individualALCSs to rm'nimize dupUcation of effort by individual units and to disseminate methods and solutions to aUsquadrons.

3.2.1.7. Providing ALCS and TALCE quality assistance and standardization policy, guidance, and on-siteassessments.

3.2.1.8. Publishing regulations, pamphlets, handbooks, messages, and other written guidance to support all TALCEplanning and operations functions.

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3.2.2. AMC TACC/DOOZ wUl be the operational planning and tasking organization that wiU coordinate with otherAMC and AMC TACC agencies to validate, task, deploy, and manage deployed mission support forces. The MSPOwUl be responsible for:

3.2.2.1. Exercise and contingency planning, serving as a single point for coordinated tasking, coordination of airUftfor and tracking of deployment mission support forces, and capabiUty assessment and sustainment support

3.2.2.2. Determining AMC mission support requirements, sources, and to resolve problems and settle issues relatedto mission support forces

3.2.2.3. Attending JA/ATT, exercise, and other planning conferences in which AMC mission support requirementswill be discussed or identified.

3.2.2.4. Receiving, vaUdating, and coordinating manpower, materiel requests, and recommendations.

3.2.2.5. Coordinating sourcing of resources to fiU shortfaUs and resolving mission support planning problems andissues.

3.2.2.6. Coordinating AMC deployment and redeployment airUft for mission support forces.

3.2.2.7. Sourcing initial AMC SAAM, JA/ATT, and contingency mission support equipment and manpower. TheMSPO wiU be the single point tasking authority for all AMC mission support forces deploying to temporaryoperating locations except for augmentation forces which are sourced and tasked by the AMC TACC TASO.

3.2.2.8. IPubUshing a daUy AMT message.

3.2.2.9. Creating, coordinating, and pubUshing mission support plan identifications (PED), time-phased force anddeployment data (TPFDD), and unit line numbers (ULN) based on wing and group manpower and materiel inputsthat are in support of Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) exercises and contingencies.

3.2.2.10. IPubUshing mission support ULNs in the daily AMT message and coordinating ULN taskings with DPXand XPM offices for unit levy flows.

3.2.2.11. PubUshing support PED, TPFDD, and ULNs in the Joint Operational Planning and Execution System(JOPES) for USTRANSCOM tracking and theater commander in chief (CINC) visibiUty.

3.2.2.12. PubUshing the mission support forces communications concept of operations for specific JCS exercisesand mission support operations.

3.2.2.13. Managing the MPA manday program for AMC ALCSs and authorizing the use of MPA mandays fordeployed TALCE, MST, and AME of the AOC-X missions.

3.2.3. EstabUshing and operating the AMC TACC MSC to manage real-time operational problems related toworld-wide tanker and airUft support requirements. The MSC wUl be part of the AMC TACC operations centeroperating on a continuous basis and is responsible for:

3.2.3.1. Managing aU mission support operations at deployed operating locations

3.2.3.2. Tracking deployed and home station TALCE capabUity

3.2.3.3. Tracking airfield capabiUties, limitations, current level of activity, and problems at each deployed location

3.2.3.4. Finding solutions to all TALCE operations and sustainment problems or issues

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r 3.3. Deployable Organizations:

3.3.1. Air mobiUty operations squadrons (AMOS). Responsible for ttaining, equipping, and being prepared todeploy as a theater C2 agency to control, manage, or supervise air mobility activities operating within or transiting adesignated theater of operations.

3.3.2. ALCSs. Formed at selected airUft wings and groups to meet designed operating capability (DOC) fordeployed C2 of AMC airlift and tanker operations.

3.3.2.1. To ensure necessary capabiUty for contingency and wartime airiift requttements, AMC headquarters andwing and group commanders wUl ensure that each ALCS is fully manned with highly qualified personnel andequipped to meet DOCs, and has the necessary funding to meet ttaining, operational, and equipment procurementand maintenance reqmrements. The wing and group must identify suitable individuals and ensure their mobUitycommitment to deploy in support of TALCE operations.

3.3.2.2. When the ALCS commander or designated representative receives an execution order for a contingency,war, or emergency tasking, the TALCE cadre has 12 hours maximum (36 hours for ANG and USAFR forces) torecall, brief, and mobilize in-garrison manpower through the processing line and material to the ready line fordeployment The planning phase of the operation normally occurs between the alert order and the execution order;however, mission requirements may dictate that the planning phase also takes place within the reqmred responsetime. TALCE ADVON packages may be moved earlier if mission requirements dictate. ALCS commanders mustmaintain adequate recaU rosters and procedures to ensure available in-garrison TALCE cadre and augmentees canmeet the required response time. Deployed TALCEs will maintain the abiUty to roll-up and be prepared to redeploywithin 12 hours of notification.

3.3.2.3. The wing or group to which an ALCS is assigned must ensure adequate mobUity support and procedureshave been estabUshed to deploy the tasked TALCE cadre or MSEs within the aUocated time and as part of the wingor group initial response. The TALCE cadre and supporting MSEs are normaUy among the first chalks deployed bythe wing or group. For this reason, the TALCE commander and supervisory personnel must work closely withmobUity processing organizations to ensure proper sequencing and timing of deploying chalks. TALCE cadremembers wUl not be tasked to be permanent members of wing mobiUty processing units; however, the ALCScommander may designate cadre members to remain until the last chalk to help coordinate TALCE requirements.

3.4. Deployed Organizations. Several types of AMC C2 organizations and special purpose teams may bedeployed in support of AMC tanker and airUft operations. They are temporary in nature and estabUshed at deployedlocations to manage, control, and provide a variety of services and support to the AMC mission.

3.4.1. Air operations center (AOC). Large scale air operations normally require a C2 organization to coordinateand control aU activities relating to air mobiUty and air combat. An AOC is formed to provide this capabUity.

3.4.1.1. The particular makeup of the AOC and its function may vary based on individual theater commander needsand desires. Normally, to manage and coordinate afrlift and inflight refueling operations, an AME is establishedwithin the AOC. The chief of this division is the director of mobiUty forces (DERMOBFOR). The AME isresponsible for planning, scheduUng, tasking, and controUing the execution of theater airUft missions using thepriorities, guidance, and aUocations estabUshed by the joint staff of the supported CINC. Normally, the AME willmanage and monitor AMC missions operating in the theater even though operational control of those missionsremains with the AMC TACC. The AME wUl collect and forward mission data and taskings to ensure connectivitybetween the AMC TACC, TALCEs (and other support forces), and aircrews operating AMC missions in theater forairUft and tanker operations.

3.4.1.2. Normally, the AOC also includes a designated director of aeromedical forces (DIRAEFOR) and anaeromedical evacuation coordination center (AECC) to manage and coordinate operations execution related to

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patient aeromedical evacuation (AE). The AECC is responsible for the overaU management of intratheater patientAE operations, coordinating with the AME for airUft to match requests for patient AE, assigning AE missions toappropriate AE units and elements, and coordinating for intertheater AE support provided by AMC.

3.4.2. TALCEs. Due to the many variables associated with TALCE deployments, it is Unpractical to providespecific deployed TALCE organizational structures in this volume. Since the TALCE commander is ultimatelyresponsible for the success of the operation at the deployed location, he or she wUl accompUsh detaUed planning forthe tasked deployment and make specific recommendations on the type and size of manpower and material requiredto AMC TACC MSPO. EXCEPTION: The MSPO may dfrect deployment of specific equipment and personnelbased on contingency or deUberate planning factors if time precludes involvement of deploying ALCS.

3.4.2.1. TALCE. This organizational structure and responsibiUties are similar to that of a typical airUft wing. Adeployed TALCE commander's responsibiUties closely mirrors those of a wing commander. As such, the TALCEcommander is ultimately responsible for aU aspects of air mobiUty operations at a designated airfield. He or shemust be given the latitude to form a cohesive team from key functional areas such as maintenance, inflight port,weather, intelligence, and C2. The TALCE commander must have the authority to dictate the use of AMCmanpower and assets, and make decisions on aU air mobUity operations on the airfield. These functional area MSEsmay be sourced from different wings or groups. The deployed TALCE designation wiU reflect the unit thatprovided the command position. The organizational chart (figure 3-2) with accompanying notes and suggestions,iUusttates a typical deployed TALCE organizational structure.

3.4.2.2. MST. MST is a team of loadmasters, airiift operations, and aerial port speciaUsts that is deployed when themission requfres a level of support that does not justify a fuU TALCE. It is led by a specially trained and certifiedNCO. The composition of an MST varies with mission reqmrements. An MST may contain one or more MSEs andperforms the same functions as an TALCE, but on a smaller scale.

3.4.2.3. Stage Crew Management Team (SCMT). NormaUy a TALCE or MST can manage a limited number ofstage crews as part of then mission support duties. However, in cases where there are Uttle or no airfield or aircraftrelated tasks, or if a large number of stage crews are planned, a separate team (identified by UTC) can be deployedto perform this task. A SCMT can be provided by active duty, ANG, and USAFR units. (NOTE: These UTCs canbe filled by units other than ALCSs and ALCFs).

3.4.2.4. CST. CST is a team of communications technicians and power generation speciaUsts under the supervisionof a speciaUy trained and certified NCO. When deployed in support of a specific mission or operation where thereis no TALCE, they wUl report direcdy to the mission commander or designated representative. In aU cases, theywUl remain under the operational control of the AMC conttolUng agency. The team chief wUl act ascommunications and computer security officer and wUl ensure TEMPEST and computer security procedures arefollowed in accordance with AFRs 56-16 and 205-16.

3.4.2.5. ATT. ATT provides instruction to users of AMC airlift in the areas of airUft planning and equipmentpreparation. Only a qualified instructor wiU be in charge of the team. The ATT wUl normaUy consist of twoquaUfied affiliation instructors.

3.4.2.6. AST. AST conducts airfield surveys at civUian and mUitary airfields and landing strips throughout theworld. The team is supervised by a TALCE cadre member certified to conduct airfield surveys. The compositionof the team is determined by the team chief and airfield survey requirements.

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9&TES:1. Controlling agency willvary depending on deployedsituation and type of airlift resources committed This agency will Be thtSA9dC r£/ACC for forces under control of A3dC or /AOCs /A9dE for forces under operational control of the theater.2. (During most smaU- and medium-size TALCE deployments, tht TALCE commander is an officer within the TOC- If tht scopt ofthe operation dictates, this responsibility may Be vested in two separate individuals.3. first sergeant is recommended for medium- to large-scale TALCEs.4. On medium- and large-scale TALCEs, it is recommended that crew control Be a separate function from the IOC. The crtw controlsection dispatches aircrew transportation, provides aircrew Briefings and weapons storage, issues aircrew Brochures, makes Billetingassignments, orders computer flight plans, maintains tht aircrew stage, answers telephone queries as to expected alert times,maintains all aircrew records, and alerts and Briefs aircrews. This frets tht senior duty officer in the TOC to more efficiently direct theoperation.—ultra high frequency (1/LHf) and very high frequency (ItHjf) air-ground communications equipment and a land-moB'ue radio net willnormally Be estoBlished in the IOC to provide C2 connectivity.—The senior duty officer is normally located in the IOC and coordinates the activities of tht airfield management specialist,command post technicians, administrative specialists, 11/Hf and Itylf radio maintenance technicians, ramp coordinators, andflightline security.5. 'Depending on the type, size, Vocation, and character of the TALCE, some positions may not Be required. Combat tactics shouldonly Be required for tactical and airdrop missions. The TALCE commander may be responsible for the tactics function, depending onthe scopt of tht operation.6. Magnitude of the exercise and aircraft workload at operating locations are two key factors used for determining the number ofsafety personnel required for deployment. Safety personnel may be assigned to a specific TALCE and also support other airlift andtanker operating locations in the area of responsibility (JAO!R] as necessary.7. "formally, supply and petroleum, oU, and luBricant [VOL) activities are incorporated into tht maintenance function. On medium-andlarge- scale TALCEs, combining JAtjE personnel, special and general purpose vehicle repair personnel, and/AQE drivers into apool (with tht responsibility for all daily equipment inspections, including vehicles) may Be advisable. 9fpt only do these personnelhave the expertise to accompUsh tht tasks satisfactorily, But can have tht responsiBility for the required daily inspections if tasked Bytht TALCE commander.8. One or more CCTs may Be required if airdrop operations required JATC, communications, etc. !A9dC CCTs may Be controlled eitherBy the IA/M.C TACC or the /AOC depending on the particular mission and tht deployment tasking order. Theater commanders wulexercise operationalcontrolof%/M.C CCTs deployed as augmentation forces.3. The aerial port operations function is generally organized along normal fixed port operations lints, functions to Be activated aredetermined By workload requirecnts. These functions may include, But are not limited to IA/IOC, air cargo section, air passengersection, airdrop load inspection.10. 'Where departure or arrival airfield control groups are involved, they work_very closely with aerial port personnel. It is advisableto havt a TALCE representative in tht D//MACQ and a 'D//ASACG representative in tht TALCE aerial port section. Effectivecommunications between the two (such as land-moBile radios, field phones or radios) is essential. Similarly working relationshipsshould exist with Marine Corps embarkation Battalions, and Air force movement control centers.11. Circumstances will determine requirement for security police (SIB) although 5fP coordinator will normally Be deployed.12. /AfSC optional (commissioned or senior noncommissioned officer with E-S or above 9fCO to assist), appointed throughcoordination among the TALCE commander, logistics plans officer, and qfftcttd squadron commanders.

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Chapter 4

AMC AFFILIATION PROGRAM

4.1. General. The AMC Affiliation Program is designed to develop a mutual understanding of air mobilityreqmrements and capabilities and to foster an informed, professional, and cooperative management environmentfor DOD users of mUitary airlift and its providers. Limited aUUft capabiUty, combined with the rapid responserequired for global mobUity and coupled with the small size of AMC's mission support force, places increasedresponsibUities on the airlift user. To assist the airUft user in becoming more self-sufficient in preparing for airmovement, the AMC AffiUation Program was devised to increase management awareness and involvement,provide technical information, and quality assistance and feedback to aMift customers. Liaison established at allworking levels promotes this concept through staff visits, formal classroom ttaining, staff planning validation, andjoint participation in mobiUty exercises. Preplanning and early identification of airUft requfrements and potentialproblem areas help to ensure a smooth flow of cargo and aircraft. Program objectives are directed toward one goal:teaching DOD antift users how to plan, prepare, and deploy by air quickly, efficiently, and safely with minimal AirForce assistance.9fOTE: This program does not provide for hazardous cargo certification training or training in /A/M.C C2 procedures.

4-2. Objectives:

4.2.1. To estabUsh a Uaison between anlift managers and the using agencies to optimize aUUft planning andutilization.

4.2.2. To develop an understanding and appreciation of the complexities of air movement and unit activitiesnecessary to prepare for that movement

4.2.3. To provide a closer relationship between affiliated units to develop mutual understanding of their respectivemission capabilities and requirements.

4.2.4. To provide a joint training program to enhance planning and executing rapid movement by air.

4.2.5. To ensure an immediate and effective team effort for an movement

4.2.6. To reduce user reliance on AMC mission support.

4.3. Affiliation. AffiUation is the relationship between an ALCS or ALCF and designated Army, Navy, MarineCorps, and Air Force units. This relationship provides the avenue necessary for unit level coordination betweenAMC and the attlift user. ANG and USAFR units are primarily responsible for their own training.

4.4. Requests for AffiUation Alignment. Send initial requests for affiliation alignment to HQ AMC/XOOCM.They wUl determine validity and feasibility of the request based on justification submitted and other commitmentsin support of contingencies that requtte AMC anlift support and identify an ALCS to be affiliated with therequesting unit. For ANG and USAFR units, AMC's recommendation (or nonconcurrence) for affiUation wiU besent to the respective ANG and USAFR headquarters for final determination. The ANG and USAFR headquarterswUl accompUsh affiUation aUgnment and notification and send an information copy to HQ AMC/XOOCM andAMC TACC/DOOZ.

4.5. AffiUation Types. Each affiliated unit will be assigned affiliation category. Types I, II, EH, IV, and V aUgnAMC active duty ALCSs with active duty units. Types VI and VEI designate ANG and USAFR ALCFs to ANGand USAFE. units. Designation of affiliation type denotes frequency of ttaining user unit wiU receive to maintain itsdeployment capability. If units desne static-load ttaining, they must coordinate the request with AMC TACCMSPO at the JA/ATT planning conference 60 days in advance of actual date destted. Static-load training should beheld in conjunction with equipment preparation training or a planned unit or base mobility exercise.

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TYPE I. Quarterly training is authorized.TYPEH. Semiannual training is authorized.TYPE EH. Annual ttaining is authorized.TYPE TV. Training is authorized only when affiUated unit is scheduled to participate in known

operations. Approval authority is AMC TACC MSPO.TYPEV This category applies to units affiliated with AMC headquarters.TYPE VI Annual ttaining is authorized.TYPEVH Training is authorized only when affiliated unit is scheduled to participate in known

operations. Approval authority is ANGRC/DO or HQ AFRES/DOO as appropriate.

Table 4-1. Affiliation Types.

iHCT/E: Special training needs for all types will Be considered upon request, But are suBject to JALCS cadre availability and must Becoordinated with the 9dSS0.

4.6. Activities. The following are considered to be the minimum activities necessary to ensure an effectiveprogram. Liaison officers (TALO, ACMLO, etc.) should participate in these activities to the maximum extentpossible.

4.6.1. Initial Visits. New affiliates should receive a personal welcome by the ALCS commander and the affiliationprogram manager during the initial visit to explain the purpose of the program, what the program can offer, and theuser's responsibiUties to get the most benefit from the program. A letter or visit from the wing or operations groupcommander is recommended.

4.6.2. AffiUation Visits. Visits provide staff assistance, command orientation, and an exceUent opportunity toestabUsh relations between ALCSs and airlift users. Visit should include a briefing to the unit commander, logisticspersonnel, mobiUty officers, NCOs, and A/DACG embark battalions, or mobUity control center (MCC) personnel.The briefing should provide an overview of AMC's organization, capabilities and limitations, and deploymentprocedures. It should focus on the unit's mission and deployment requnements and the interface between its airmobUity planners and AMC mission support forces, and it should discuss the roles and capabiUties of each.Working relationship between the unit's deployment control unit (A/DACG, embark battaUons, MCC) and theTALCE should be thoroughly described. FinaUy, the specifics of affiliation training should be covered describingthe type of training offered, how to request classes, who should attend, tracking students after graduation, and staffassistance available from airUft control units. AffiUation visits should be conducted when requested by the unitcommander, when significant changes in staff or organization occur, or once every 2 years.

4.6.3. Computer-Assisted Load Planning. AU loadmasters and inflight refueUng technicians wiU be proficient incomputer-assisted load planning tools and assign one individual to participate in working computer load planningdevelopment and usage issues. Each squadron should maintain at home station and at each deployed location acomputer-assisted load planning capabiUty. The abiUty to transfer load plans by electronic means where adequatetelephone cncuits exist should also be maintained.

4.6.4. Staff Assistance Visits. Each ALCS should provide then affiUates with s'.aff assistance visits when requestedby the unit commander. This assistance faUs into two distinct categories: mission planning vaUdation and exercisequaUty assessments.

4.6.4.1. Mission Planning VaUdation. Each ALCS wiU provide then affiUates load planning assistance andvalidation. In conjunction with then affiUated units, the ALCS wiU vaUdate unit plans when changes occur in theaffiUated unit's mission or equipment. In conjunction with the affiUate, the ALCS affiliation manager wUl developand maintain a realistic computerized estimate of the number and type of ancraft required to deploy affiUated units.A database of affiUated units' equipment wUl be established and maintained for ready use in the CALM system.

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When possible, a data link wiU be estabUshed with affiUated units so that unit load plan vaUdation can beaccomplished using the CALM system.

4.6.4.2. Exercise QuaUty Assessments. Each ALCS wUl provide assistance visits to then affiUated units duringselected mobiUty or deployment exercises, subject to the avaUabUity of ALCS personnel. During these visits, ALCSpersonnel wiU assist inspectors or participants at the unit commander's discretion, depending on whether exerciseobjective is oriented toward evaluation or instruction. TALCE personnel wiU determine if load plans are correct,note discrepancies, and assess equipment marshaUng, preparation, and documentation procedures. On-the-spotinstruction or correction may be provided at the discretion of the unit commander. TALCE personnel wUl identifyunsafe conditions or actions, and intercede where necessary to prevent the possibility of personal injury or damageto equipment. An after action report will be written and provided to the supported unit, the ALCS commander, andto HQ AMC/XOOCM. Lessons learned which may be applicable to other units wUl be entered in the JointUniversal Lessons Learned System (JULLS). (See paragraph 8.5.4.)

4.6.4.3. Additional Planning Requirements. Each ALCS will assist affiUated units when possible for planningaUUft operations, or participating air deployment exercises. This assistance should be requested weU in advance ofthe intended operation to aUow for advance personnel scheduling and adequate preparation. The ALCS shouldassist the unit in understanding and determining their own requirements such as identification of the operationalplans, support equipment avaUable at both onload and offload locations, identification of key personnel and theirairUft related duties, and methods for developing and modifying movement priorities. Further emphasis should beplaced on load planning activities such as load preparation and documentation, certification of hazardous materials,load team composition and duties. The unit should have a thorough understanding of any inter-service agreementsaffecting operations at then departure airfield. LasUy, they should have an understanding of what AMC support isavaUable to them and its limitations.

4.6.5. Unit AffiUation Conferences. Each ALCS and ANG and USAFR ALCF will host an affiUation conferenceevery 2 years to address common issues and problems experienced by our affiUated anUft users and to share newand important information with them. Attendees wiU include representatives from each affiliated unit and, whenpossible, AMC headquarters ALCS functional managers. Attendance at an affiliation conference by the appropriateuser personnel can accompUsh the same objectives as an ALCS affiUation visit to unit. An active duty, ANG, andUSAFR conference is acceptable and would provide vital insight into problems facing the two communities.

4.7. Affiliation Training. The heart of the affiUation ttaining program is classroom instruction, which providesforum for exchange of information in an informal, working-level environment. Training is provided at the airUftuser's facility and must meet the ALCS standards for an effective classroom environment One course taught in twophases provides the student with necessary knowledge to safely and efficiently plan his or her unit's airliftreqmrements. Phase I is a 2-day course covering equipment preparation, weighing and marking procedures, basiccenter of balance calculations, and ancraft and flightUne safety. Phase TL continues for the next 5 days withinstruction in ancraft characteristics, load planning, and manifest documentation requirements. ANG and USAFRALCFs wUl provide a simUar training program to their affiliates. The ANG and USAFR program consists of twocourses; an equipment preparation course (EPC) and an airUft load planners (ALP) course. EPC is identical tophase I training, and ALP is a compressed 5-day course consisting of both phases I and II. ALCSs wiU pubUsh anannual training schedule and send a copy to HQ AMC/XOOCM.

4.7.1. Phase I. Phase I is designed for all unit personnel and is a prerequisite for those individuals continuing to thephase II. The goal here is to prepare unit personnel to prepare, load, and tie-down unit equipment on antift ancraft.It also provides basic weight and balance procedures and marshaUng requirements necessary for phase U. Course ispresented during 2 days of academic instruction with a hands-on equipment preparation exercise at the affiliate'shome station using AMCP 50-13, the standard AMC syllabus, and visual aid packages. Successful completion andreceipt of the training certificate recognizes the student as having been trained to prepare unit cargo for airshipment When feasible, a static loading ancraft should be scheduled in conjunction with phase I. The practicalexperience gained in preparing, marshaUng, and loading equipment on an actual aircraft does much to reinforce theinformation presented in the classroom.

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4.7.2. Phase H. Restricted to unit movement officers and supervisory personnel (E-5 and above) who havecompleted phase I ttaining. Students must have a 12-month retainabiUty with responsibUity for anlift planning andexecution of joint combat airlift operations. Individuals who do not meet this criteria may be admitted with writtenverification from then commander or unit mobility officer stating that they have a valid need for the ttaining.Course is presented over 5 days of academic instruction at the affiUate's home base, using AMCP 50-13, thestandard AMC syUabus, and visual aid packages.

4.7.3. Comprehensive Examinations. Each anlift control unit will develop two comprehensive examinations, oneprimary and one secondary, for each course. Tests for phase I may be either open- or closed-book with lengthdetermined by each unit Tests for phase II wUl consist of a 30-question closed-book written evaluation and anopen-book aircraft manifesting exercise. The airUft control unit will submit examinations to HQ AMC/XOOCM forapproval. An examination will be administered to each student attending the course.

4.7.4. Deviations. Courses and examination formats wiU not be modified without HQ AMC/XOOCM writtenappreyal.

4.7.5. Class Size. To provide an effective student-instructor ratio, class sizes must be regulated. 10 students willbe the minimum class size for either phase I or H. Phase I classes should not exceed 50 students and phase U shouldnot exceed 25 students. Instructor requirements wiU vary according to type and size of the class. Phase I classes of10-15 students requne one loadmaster or ALCE affiUation qualified instructor. For classes of 16 or more students,two instructors are required—one must be a quaUfied loadmaster, and the other may be any ALCE affiliation-quaUfied individual. Phase U classes of 10-15 students require one loadmaster instructor. For classes with 16-25students, two loadmasters or one loadmaster and one ALCE affiUation quaUfied instructor are requned.

4.7:6. CanceUation of Training. ALCS affiUation instructors are authorized to cancel all types of ttaining whenttaining objectives cannot be met Consult with the TALO (if assigned), the instaUation office of primaryresponsibUity (OPR) for affiUation matters, and the parent ALCS before canceling. Training classes with less than10 students, equipment not prepared for air shipment in accordance with established technical orders, insufficientquantities of equipment to support ttaining needs, or delays in framing that preclude efficient use of remainingttaining time all constitute justification for canceUation of training.

4.7.7. Certificates of Completion. Students successfuUy completing phase I or El training wiU be issued an AFForm 1256, Certification of Training, signed by the ALCS commander. AMC form 9 wUl also be issued to thoseindividuals satisfactorily completing phase U. Certificates wiU note which phase was completed. Phase Rcertificates wUl include the appropriate course identification personnel code (USAF PDS 9N1 or USMC code M9T).If other services (Army or Navy) assign then own personnel code to phase H, that code wiU be included on thecertificate for students assigned to that service.

4.7.8. ALP Certification. Graduates of phase H wUl be certified as ancraft load planners with certification vaUd for24 months. AF Form 1256 wiU serve as source document. Recertification may be accompUshed by completingAMC affiUation training or attending a service school teaching ancraft load planning.

4.7.9. Static Loading and Equipment Preparation. Funded through the JA/ATT program, this practical exercise is avaluable supplement to the activities of the classroom. It reinforces the material presented and provides an insightinto the reasons and importance of the principles presented. To ensure effective use of the aircraft, the unitequipment tasked to support the practical exercise must arrive at the framing site promptly and configured for airliftDuring the practical exercise, the entire unit should become involved in the framing process. Equipment selectedfor preparation is the actual equipment the unit requires for then combat role. As such, the individuals responsiblefor equipment preparation, load consoUdation, and transportation have the opportunity to perform those duties in asupervised training environment AU cargo wUl be inspected using DD Form 2133, Joint AirUft Inspection Record,prior to loading aboard the aircraft When static load ancraft are not avaUable, universal loading simulators (ULS)are used to represent actual AMC-assigned airUft ancraft. The joint inspection team should consist of arepresentative from the deploying unit mobility office, A/DACG (instaUation mobUity office), and selected students

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from the class. Cargo discrepancies will be properly noted on the DD Form 2133. As with actual unit moves, onlycargo passing the joint inspection wiU be loaded on the aircraft or ULS.

4.8. Scheduling:

4.8.1. ALCS Affiliation Training. Training for affiliated units wiU be requested by unit and scheduled by ALCS.

4.8.2. (USAFR ONLY) ALCF Affiliation Scheduling. Each ALCF affiliation manager will ensure a forecastedschedule for the ALP course is developed and sent to each affiliate at the beginning of the fiscal year. A copy wUlbe sent to the USAFR NAF, consolidated, and sent to aU ALCFs. A maximum of three, 5-day ALP courses wUl betaught to non-USAFR units using RPA funding. Equipment preparation courses wUl be scheduled as necessary, butno more than ten, 2 day classes wiU be conducted for Army, Navy, and Marine reserve affiUates using RPA funds.USAFR unit ttaining is not included in these limitations and wiU be RPA-funded.

4.8.3. Non-AffUiated Unit Training. Training for non-affiliated units is authorized only with-HQ AMC/XOOCMapproval. Units desiring training, briefings, or other affiUation activities must make then requests to HQAMC/XOOCM. They will validate requests and send them to the AMC TACC MSPO for ALCS tasking.

4.9. ALCS Unit Affiliation Management:

4.9.1. ALCS Commander. The ALCS commander is responsible for the squadron-level affiliation program toinclude selection and training of instructors, quaUty of instruction, and proper guidance and command emphasis toachieve program objectives.

4.9.2. AffiUation Instructors. ALCS personnel conducting affiUation training courses must be knowledgeable incurrent dnectives, doctrine, and procedures and present themselves as professional airmen. Information in thettaining program must reflect current poUcy and must be consistent with that distributed by AMC headquarters.ANG and USAFR units wUl have a minimum of three loadmasters quaUfied as affiUation instructors.

4.9.3. Instructor Training. See chapter 2 for instructor ttaining and certification.

4.9.4. Quarters. To ensure integrity of teaching and testing materials, TALCE affiliation instructors must not bebilleted in the same room with students. Access to a class-A telephone must be readily avaUable to the ATT chief tomeet AMC's commitment to worldwide operations.

4.10. QuaUty Control. A high degree of quality control wUl be maintained over the anUft planners and equipmentpreparation courses, and any static load ancraft or ULS ttaining.

4.10.1. Each instructor must teach at least one class every 12 months to maintain currency. Otherwise,requaUfication is required.

4.10.2. The affiUation program manager wUl maintain and review end of course student critiques (AMC Form 502,Student Critique of AMC AffiUation Training) for significant comments that may effect instructor performance,course content, recommended changes, etc. Any significant remarks wUl be consoUdated and sent to HQAMC/XOOCM for review.

4.10.3. Summaries are requned for each affiUation training class and wUl be included in the unit monthly statusreport This should be a brief statement of the location of the class, the unit's participating, the number of officer,civilian, and enlisted (O/C/E) students, number of failures (or drops), and any problems encountered.

4.11. AMC Headquarters Affiliation Manager's Conference. An AMC affiUation manager's conference isauthorized annually. Conference wiU be hosted by various affiliated service agencies on a rotational basis andchaired by HQ AMC/XOOCM. Attendees wUl be representatives from the major commands, sister services, ARC

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headquarters and USAFR NAF affiUation managers, and reserve representatives from affiliated Army, Navy,Marine, and Air Force units. The primary purpose of the conference is to discuss and resolve problem areas withinthe affiUation program as perceived by the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force affiliates.

4.12. Documentation. Each ALCS wiU estabUsh and maintain records for each affiUated unit showing keypersonnel, ttaining accomplished, staff assistance activities, problem areas or issues, and trends. For USAFRALCFs, the AFRES headquarters OPR, NAF OPR, or a designated representative will observe an affiliation courseat each ALCF a ininimum of once every 24 months. A written evaluation wiU be given to the instructor, ALCFcommander, USAFR NAF, HQ AFRES/DOO, and HQ AMC/XOOCM.

4.13. Removal of AffiUates. Units that do not participate in the affiliation program for a period of 2 years orwhose change in mission negates the necessity for ttaining wUl be deleted from the affiUation program.

4.14. ANG and USAFR AffiUation Program. ANG and USAFR participation in the AMC AffiUation Program istwofold. Fnst, the ANG and USAFR ALCF personnel operate an ANG and USAFR affiUatipn program under theRPA manday program. Program provides ttaining to affiUated ANG and-USAFR units. Secondly, ANG andUSAFR ALCF personnel provide manpower to augment the active duty AMC AffiUation Program. This part of theprogram operates under the MPA man-day program.

4.14.1. ANG and USAFR Affiliation Program. ANG and USAFR Affiliation Program is estabUshed to meet everincreasing demands on the AMC AffiUation Program. Demands create valid manpower shortfalls in active dutyAMC AffiUation Program. Using ANG and USAFR TALCE personnel is necessary to meet program objectives.

4.14.2. Concept of Operations. Within ANG and USAFR affiUation program, ALCFs are aUgned with ANG andUSAFR affiUated units to provide AMC affiUation training. Active duty ALCSs are aUgned with an ANG andUSAFR ALCF to support the ANG and USAFR affiUation program. The active duty ALCS's function is to assistANG or USAFRs unit in managing the ttaining program. ALCFs will make every attempt to satisfy their affiUates'ttaining needs with RPA man-days identified for the affiUation program.

4.14.3. Associate MPA Manday Program. Certain conditions must be met before AMC TACC MSPO wUl releaseMPA mandays in support of the AMC AffiUation Program. MPA mandays may be used when ANG and USAFRALCF members support validated AMC AffiUation Program shortfalls from active duty ALCSs. These shortfaUsmust be in support of the affiliation program and active duty affiUated units that the active duty ALCS personnelcannot support due to peak workloads.

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Chapter 5

AMC AIRFIELD SURVEY PROGRAM

5.1. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to define the AMC Airfield Survey Program, estabUsh responsibUities,and develop the procedures used to request, task, conduct, and document airfield surveys. This chapter also estabUshesauthority to conduct airfield surveys.

5.2. General. MiUtary antift, tanker, and CRAF aircraft operate at airports throughout the world. These airports mustbe certified as suitable for specific AMC ancraft operations. HQ AMC/XOVT wiU determine the airfield suitabilityfor the type aircraft and the intended mission. Their assessment on non-AMC airfields is based on informationprovided primarily by the airfield surveys. The ALCS is the AMC organization responsible for conducting airfieldsurveys throughout the world. The form used by the ALCS to document airfield survey data is AMC Form 174,Airfield Survey (or an electronic form approved by HQ AMC/XOOCM).

5.3. ResponsibUities. HQ AMC/XOVT, is the OPR for the AMC airfield suitabUity program and is responsible forestablishing the requnement for anairfield survey and for deterrnining and certifying airfield suitabUity. HQAMC/XOOCM, is the manager of the AMC Airfield Survey Program and is responsible for estnbUshing standards,procedures, and quaUty assurance of final survey reports. HQ AMC/INM is responsible for providing detaUed imagerywith sufficient information to identify dimensions of hard surfaces and potential hazards or limiting factors. TheMSPO, together with AMC/XOVT and AMC TACC/DOOX, determines the need for additional survey data, and willtask an antift control squadron to conduct the survey. The ALCSs are responsible for ttaining and certification ofsurvey teams, and for conducting and documenting airfield surveys.

5.4. Squadron Airfield Survey Program. ALCS commander is responsible for the overall managing, training,equipping, and quaUty control of the squadron airfield survey program. He or she wiU appoint an airfield surveyprogram manager to administer the program, ensure that survey team chiefs and members are properly trained andcertified, and provide quaUty control of the final airfield survey reports.

5.5. Airfield Survey Tasking Procedures:

5.5.1. Request for Airfield Surveys. Requests for airfield capabUity assessments may come from the foUowingsources:

—AMC standardization and evaluation—AMC TACC—Special operations planners— C u r r e n t o p e r a t i o n s p l a n n e r s a n d s c h e d u l e r s ^—AMC quaUty support and readiness planners—AMC exercise planners—ANGRC or HQ AFRES/DOO—Accident investigation boards—Federal agencies (State Department, DOD)—United States embassies—IntelUgence—Air operations centers (AOC)—Air operations planners (other DOD users)

5.5.2. The requesting message should be addressed to HQ AMC/XOVT and AMC TACC/DOOZ. It should includelocations, suspense dates, reason for the surveys, special interest items, points of contact, any special funding codes,restrictions (e.g. wear civilian clothes), and special coordination or operating requirements (e.g, country clearances, „^host nation contacts, operating rights, etc.).

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5.5.3. HQ AMC/XOVT wUl review existing airfield suitability data and verify the requnement for the airfield survey.If an update to an existing survey is needed, the MSPO will select and task an ALCS to conduct the survey. ANGRCor HQ AFRES/DOO may task their respective ALCFs to conduct airfield surveys, as reqtnred.

5.5.4. The tasked ALCS wtil conduct survey and publish results on AMC Form 174, Airfield Survey Report, within 30days of the survey date. If results are needed prior to 30 days, essential information wUl be provided by message,telephone, facsimile, or other expeditious means.

5.5.5. In coordination with HQ AMC/XOVT, HQ AMC/XOOCM wUl maintain distribution list for pubUshed airfieldsurveys. Additional copies will be sent to other agencies as directed by the MSPO or when requested and approved byXOVT or XOOCM.

5.5.6. HQ AMC/XOVT wUl coordinate completed survey with AMC staff, determine and publish airfield suitabitity,and maintain files of airfield surveys.NOTE: HQ AMC/INO maintains classified surveys. XOVT maintains surveys of airfields in the 50 states and foreigna i r fi e l d s u r v e y s . " " "

5.6. AccompUshing Surveys:

5.6.1. Generally, survey data should be updated every 2 years or when significant changes have occurred to the airportor the operating envnonment. When an ALCS airfield operations staff determines an airfield survey does not exist orrequnes updating, the MSPO and HQ AMC/XOVT should be notified. Since airfield surveys can be very costly interms of funding and manpower, comments regarding importance and immediate need for airfield data should beincluded. With XOVT concurrence, MSPO will provide tasking to accomplish the survey consistent with missionpriorities, funding, and manpower avaUabUity.

5.6.2. For each deployment, TALCE commanders or MST chiefs wiU update airfield survey of their deployed locationor certify the current survey is stiU accurate. Minor updates may be provided by message or letter to HQ AMC/XOVTand AMC TACC/DOOZ. If major changes have occurred or if existing AMC Form 174 is inadequate, a report shouldbe accomptished. Air survey status should be included in each deployment after-action report.

5.6.3. In cases where team members cannot perform quaUty survey due to restrictions imposed by local authorities,especially foreign governments, team members should attempt to gather as much information as permitted. The teamchief wtil indicate the limitations encountered on front cover of AMC Form 174 (e.g. "Limited survey due to hostnation restricting access to the parking ramp. All parking ramp, taxi way, and runway data collected is host nationprovided information.")

5.7. Documentation. AMC Form 174, part I, Airfield SuitabUity, is designed to provide specific information on thecapabiUty of the airfield to physically accept airlift aircraft Part II of the checklist is designed to provide informationto determine if the airfield has faculties to support an airUft operation. TALCEs may be tasked to accompUsh parts oraU of the survey, depending on the proposed operation. All checkUst items wtil be completed and marked "N/A" ifappropriate. This requnement is to ensure survey areas are properly identified and not overlooked when performingquaUty control checks. The AST may use an AMC-approved electronic version of the airfield survey checkUst Futuredevelopments of a computer-assisted airfield survey program will include direct input of the completed surveys in theGDSS airfield survey database by means of either a laptop computer or the C2 Information Processing System(C2EPS). The electronic copy should be sent to the MSPO via floppy disk or modem. A printed copy, together withmaps, diagrams and attachments, should be sent to HQ AMC/XOVT. Each unit conducting a survey wtil retain a copyof the survey and keep it on file (until superseded by a newer version) for backup and archive purposes.

5.8. QuaUty of Airfield Surveys. AMC Form 174 must be completed in as much detati as possible. The surveyinformation provided is critical to determining ancraft suitability and AMC mission support requirements and serves asan important tool for mission planners and AMC functional managers. The foUowing minimum elements should beincluded:

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5.8.1. Additional attachments such as airfield diagrams, parking plan diagrams, taxi routes and hazardous cargo areas,area maps, airfield photographs, city maps, road maps, local checktists, phone numbers, policies, and restrictions, etc.,are extremely useful. Template diagrams of MOG and parking configurations. Highlight hazardous, emergencyjettison, and warning areas. Include locally-produced standard instrument departures (SED) and other airfield handouts.Point out key facilities such as the fire department, fuels, inflight kitchen, weather faciUry, motor pool, billeting,transient alert, assigned TALCE areas, commonly used marshaUng yards, etc.

5.8.2. Ensure the final summary reflects the MOG capabtiities by type of ancraft, special cautions and/or restrictions,and additional assessments of capabtiities that would help mission and ALCS planners determine aircraft and supportcapabilities and requnements at the airfield. The final summary is the team chiefs opportunity to put on the TALCEcommander's hat and answer the questions of who, what, where, and how much airUft support would be needed at thelocation to run a two-shift operation with the worse case MOG listed.

5.8.3. Use United States units of measure (e.g. feet instead of meters). When converting, at least 4 digits of accuracyshould be used in the conversion process.

5.9. Airfield Survey Database. The AMC airfield database resides in the GDSS. Access to the database is througheither a GDSS terminal or through a C2IPS terminal. AMC Form 174 (using the AMC-produced airfield databaseprogram for laptops) may be used to update the GDSS database. TALCE survey team chiefs should review thedatabase prior to deploying on the airfield survey. Review of the database may be accomptished at any GDSS orC2EPS terminal. Notify HQ AMC/XOOCM of any discrepancies noted in the database.

5.10. Pilot Unit ResponsibiUties. HQ AMC/XOOCM is the AMC OPR for the airfield survey program. However, anALCS wtil be assigned as a pilot unit to provide field-level inputs and improvements to the program. All ALCScommanders and personnel conducting or compiling airfield surveys are encouraged to submit recommendations to thepilot unit. The pilot unit wiU be responsible to improve the quaUty of the airfield survey program by soliciting newideas and evaluating them. The pilot unit should consolidate suggestions and comments from other units and submitnew proposals for implementation to HQ AMC/XOOCM. Areas for improvement include content of the survey,written guides for survey teams, procedures, ttaining criteria, and quality control methods.

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Chapter 6

COMMUNICATIONS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

6.1. Purpose. This chapter along with volumes of AMCR 66-1 provides policy and procedures for accountability,operations, and maintenance of ALCS communications equipment

6.2. General. AMC ALCSs are nonstandard maintenance activities aligned under a wing or operations groupcommander. They are considered functionally supported maintenance activities and receive maintenance support fromthe logistics group commander or host maintenance activity as prescribed in AMCR 66-1, volume 2. ALCSmaintenance activities perform organizational and intermediate level repair on organic communications systems,shelters, associated power generators, environmental control units, and unit-assigned test equipment.

6.3. MARC Maintenance Plan. The ALCS is the primary user of the AMC organic communications network Thebackbone of this network is the MARC shelter or system. Effective employment of the MARC requnes specialtraining. HQ AMC/XOOCM wiU ensure that training programs are available and adequate to provide the skillsnecessary to operate and maintain ALCS possessed equipment. ALCSs may be tasked to provide the manpower, andequipment (on a permanent basis) to meet specific training needs which cannot be provided by Air Education andTraining Command.

6.4. PUot Unit ResponsibiUties. A pilot unit wtil be designated for each UTC. Guidelines for pilot unitresponsibilities are in AFR 28-3, chapter 25.

6.5. CST. Team consists of communications technicians and power generation speciaUsts and may include ALCScommunication equipment deployed in support of AMC organic communications requirements that are not TALCE-related. MSPO (AMC TACC/DOOZ) may task CSTs to support other command activities when excess capabilityexists and aU planned and projected airlift and tanker mission support requirements have been fulfUled. The CSTsupervisor wtil be accountable to the mission commander at the deployed location. However, sustainabiUty support,changes in tasking, and foUow-on tasking remains the responsibiUty of the AMC TACC MSC or MSPO.

6.6. ALCS Commander ResponsibUities. Organizational structure, guidance, and management of ALCSworkcenters and readiness of all assigned communications equipment is the commander's responsibiUty. He or shemay delegate to a senior NCO authority to account for equipment and estabUsh training programs for personnel andmaintenance programs for ALCS equipment. She or he wtil establish a program or procedures to identify and preventfraud waste and abuse of government equipment and supplies.

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Chapter 7

COMMAND AND CONTROL RELATIONSHIPS

7.1. Introduction. AMC C2 structure is pubUshed in command regulations, to include AMCR 55-3, volume 1,AMCR 28-2, and AMCR 28-3. This chapter estabtishes command policy with respect to ALCS and deployed TALCEC2 relationships. It also discusses mobile C2 relationships at deployed operating locations where multiple AMC unitsare operating. Questions concerning AMC C2 poticy should be directed to HQ AMC/XOOCM.

7.2. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to provide deployed TALCE commanders and MST supervisorscommand policy and guidance for command relationships within the Air Force and with other services.

7_3. AMC C2. As a service component of USTRANSCOM, AMC provides antift and refueling requned to supportglobal interests and security of the United States. C2 of this an mobiUty system is through centralized command anddistributed reporting and control. Commanders, reporting and conttoUing agencies, along with all communications andcomputer systems used to manage air mobiUty mission information is coUectively called the AMC C2 system. Thissystem is composed of fixed and mobile factiities.

7.3.1. Fixed C2. The core and central control agency for AMC forces is the AMC TACC located at Scott AFB,Illinois. It maintains direct contact with and controls AMC forces worldwide, whether at fixed locations, deployedlocations, or en route to and from deployed locations. For control of air mobility operations, the AMC TACC isorganized into several sections:

7.3.1.1. Americas CeU is responsible for flight foUowing and controlling aU global mobiUty operations in North,Central, and South America.

7.3.1.2. East CeU is responsible for flight-foUowing and conttoUing ati global mobiUty operations in the Atlantic,European, African, and Southwest Asia areas.

7.3.1.3. West CeU is responsible for flight foUowing and conttoUing all global mobility operations in the Pacific andSoutheast Asian areas.

7.3.1.4. Logistics Operations Center (LOC) is responsible for the recovery of all aircraft on AMC missions that arenon-mission capable away from home station and the repair requirement exceeds the local capabilities.

7.3.1.5. Aerial Port Control Center (APCC) is the air transportation control agency for AMC which ensures propercoordination and direction of aerial port resources to accompUsh expeditious movement of cargo and passengers.

7.3.1.6. Weather Support dkectorate (TACC/WXF) monitors and advises of AMC mission-limiting weatherworldwide, provides airborne support over remote or broad ocean areas, and provides global A/R forecasts for AMCreceivers. WXF coordinates, tasks and provides weather support for deployed mobiUty forces and transmits limitedweather data to deployed locations via AMC SATCOM data links until fixed weather communications are available.

7.3.1.7. MSC will be manned continuously and is responsible for execution of all mission support operations andmanagement of deployed mission support forces. Its prime responsibility wtil be to ensure that each TALCE or MSTarrives at its assigned operating location on time with the proper equipment and personnel, and that it can sustainoperations for the duration of the mission, and return to home station in a timely manner. For each deployed operatinglocation, the MSC wtil dictate operating hours, procedures, and actions required of each TALCE/MST and coUectinformation on airfield capability, limitation, and status. The MSC wtil coordinate equipment resupply, and repairrequirements for deployed locations with the LOC and the anlift to transport it to the deployed location. It wtil alsowork personnel, legal, financial, diplomatic, and security issues which might occur at deployed locations. The MSCwill maintain a global awareness of all TALCE/MST operating capabilities and provide recommendations to otherAMC TACC functional areas for planning and critical operational decisions. Issues dnectly related to airUft and

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tanker operations (e.g. aircraft movement, maintenance problems, crew availability) should be reported to andcoordinated with the East, West, or America's Cell (or an operations center) as appropriate.

7.3.2. Mobile C2. The mobile portion of the C2 system consists of those personnel and equipment, andcommunication systems necessary to control anlift and refueting operations at enroute and deployed locations.Deployed C2 organizations include:

7.3.2.1. Air Operations Center (AOC). The AOC is the theater air component commander's staff, tasking agency, andC2 agency for theater air assets and operations. It will normaUy contain an AME responsible for managing aU anliftand inflight refueting operations within the theater. The AME wtil include personnel with management expertise fromthe functional areas of airspace management, inflight refueting, inflight port control* aeromedical evacuation aircraft,command and control, current operations, combat operations (tactics, CCTs, etc.), information management,communications-computer systems, intelligence, logistics operations, weather, and airfield operations. The airfieldoperations management position will be manned with individuals from active duty, ANG, and USAFR TALCE unitswho monitor operations at individual airfield. They wiU assist in solving TALCE operational and sustainmentproblems and wtil brief the AOC on operational issues at each location in theater where TALCEs or MSTs areemployed. NOTE: Logistics management will normally be performed by the AFCC logistics staff, with AMC logisticsaugmentation if required.

7.3.2.2. Wing Operations Center (WOC). A wing-level command structure deployed to a airlift beddown location toprovide wing functions such as command and control, mission scheduling, tactics, intel, flight planning, crew control,and mission monitoring of wing assigned or gained aircraft WOCs are supported by communications assets providedby AMC contingency communications elements (CCE).

7.3.2.3. Tanker Task Forces (TTF). A wing- or squadron-level command structure deployed to a tanker beddown ortanker bridge operating location to provide wing functions such as C2, mission scheduling, tactics, intelligence, flightplanning, crew control, and mission monitoring of wing assigned or gained aircraft TTFs are supported bycommunications assets provided by AMC CCE.

7.3.2.4. AMC Mission Support Forces (MSF). Those forces identified and tasked by AMC specificaUy to supportAMC airUft and refueting operations, and intertheater aeromedical evacuation. MSF units are deployed to worldwideonload, offload, and en route locations. MSFs include, but are not limited to, TALCEs, CCTs, MAPS, MSTs, andMSEs. When required to support AMC's global ah mobiUty mission, MSF UTCs are tasked by the AMC MSPO orMSC. They may deploy to different theaters of operations to support AMC airlift when theater mission support assetsare not available or are otherwise tasked. Normally, MSF units operate independent of, but in conjunction with, theaterairtift support forces and do not become part of the theater joint task force (JTF) or CHOP to the Air Force componentcommander. However, when TALCEs or MSTs are required specifically to support the theater air mobility, missionsupport forces may be provided to augment theater forces. In this case, requirements wiU be validated byUSTRANSCOM and tasked by the AMC TACC theater augmentation support office.

7.3.2.5. Combat Control Teams (CCT). CCTs provide SYSV and communications at forward area locations forairdrop, extraction, or airland operations. Theater commanders exercise operational control of AMC CCTs deployed asaugmentation forces.

7.4. Deployed Working Relationships. When a TALCE arrives at its deployed operating location, the TALCEcommander must establish working and logistical relationships with in-place forces, host-base organizations, andairUft users. In most cases, there will be no written guidance available to provide firm answers. The commandershould use experience, subjective judgment, and established rules of protocol to build good working relationships anddistribute command responsibilities. When possible, newly developed working relationships should be formatized bywritten memo or other document and distributed to all parties involved. In some cases, the TALCE will provide itsown base support; but in other cases, the BOSt wtil be provided by the host base or supporting Air Force component.As a result of the wide variety of configurations which may occur and varying perceptions of command

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responsibilities, conflicts may occur. TALCE commanders will use diplomacy and tact to resolve the problems at thelowest level if possible. The following protocol applies to AMC command relationships at deployed locations.

7.4.1. The TALCE commander (if the senior AMC officer on site) is responsible for all AMC-assigned personnel andequipment The first responsibiUty is the safety and survival of personnel, followed second by timely missionaccomplishment, and titird by reporting mission-related information to the AMC TACC or AOC.

7.4.2. (For TALCE-only locations) Once on station, the TALCE commander assumes responsibiUty for all AMCpersonnel and equipment. Personnel from other units tasked to support the TALCE are temporarily attached to thedeployed TALCE and are under the control and authority of the TALCE commander. (The same principle appties toMSTs). TALCEs wtil be monitored and managed by the AME (when established), but wiU be under the operationalcontrol of the AMC TACC unless deployed as augmentation forces.

7.4.3. (For TALCE and CCT locations) When a TALCE and CCT are coUocated, the TALCE commander wiU nothave operational control over the CCT. The TALCE commander wtil have overall responsibility for airfieldoperations, but the CCT retains control of the runway, active taxiways, and anspase and ATC related issues. When anMST is deployed, the DERMOBFOR or mission commander may designate the senior combat controller (if senior inrank) as responsible for all AMC personnel and for airfield operations. However, the MST chief wiU maintain controland responsibility of all ramp areas involving parking, loading and unloading operations.

7.4.4. PAG, PAW, TALCE, TTF, and WOC Locations. Often an TALCE is deployed to an operational location wheremultiple AMC units are operating. (NOTE: For this discussion, the term WOC applies equally to TTFs, PAWs andPAGs.) Normally, a location with a planned tactical unit beddown will deploy a WOC. When a WOC is deployed, aTALCE is not usually requned. The WOC commander is responsible for supporting all AMC missions operating outof that location, to include strategic mobiUty operations.

7.4.5. TALCE and Theater Bases. TALCEs can deploy to a permanent or contingency airfield hosted by a theater AirForce unit commander. The host unit may provide much of the base operating support required for base tenant units,to include messing, tents, sanitation facilities, showers, etc. WhUe the TALCE may not faU under the host basecommander for administrative command or operational authority, TALCEs should assist in estabtishing andmaintaining the airfield or base camp, when possible, with manpower and equipment not essential to the AMC mission.Safety and availability of essential equipment dictates that personnel duty duration is reasonable and equipment is notabused or used in any manner that could impact the AMC mission.

7.5. Conflict Resolution. Problems that affect safety, morale, or mission accomplishment should be brought to theattention of the AOC's AME (if deployed) and the AMC TACC MSC for resolution.

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Chapter 8

OPERATIONS

8.1. Introduction. This chapter provides poUcy and guidance for deployment planning, execution, and roll-up. Itdefines responsibilities for active duty TALCEs and also appties to ANG and USAFR TALCE units unless otherwisenoted.

8.2. PoUcy. Factors considered in determining the scope of the operation are an flow, threat conditions, location,quarters, messing, etc. The ALCS wiU be responsible for accomptishing all taskings until the operation or exerciseterminates or the TALCE is released by the AMC TACC MSPO or MSC. The ALCS wtil make recommendations onthe appropriate manpower and equipment necessary or whether the user can self support The AMC TACC wtilreview, validate, or revise (if necessary) the recommended support requirements and issue the tasking orders. Thefollowing poticies wtil be used for planning deployment operations:

8.2.1. Deploying. TALCEs wiU deploy under the same conditions as other participants when the exercise sponsordesignates and funds a non-AMC unit to support TALCE requirements for billeting, messing, and sanitation.

8.2.2. Weapons. TALCEs wtil not bear arms unless directed by the mission directive, OPORD, or AMC TACCMSPO or MSC (AMC TACC/DOOZ). AU personnel deploying with weapons wtil be briefed prior to departure on theuse of deadly force and rules of engagement.

8.2.3. Uniform. The appropriate uniform for the deployed location will be at the discretion of the TALCEcommander, consistent with AFR 35-10 (NGR(AF)35-010 for ANG), the tactical situation, and the JTF commander'spolicy. Performance of duty in civilian clothes, if appropriate, is normally specified in the AMT message. However,the TALCE commander may authorize the wear of civitian clothing based on security requirements, host nationsensitivities or requests, or other conditions that might cause diplomatic incidents or adverse publicity.

8.2.4. Air Base Security. The TALCE commander is responsible for ensuring continuous security of AMC resourcesunder the TALCE's control at deployed locations. This may be provided by local police forces, the host airfieldsecurity, AMC security police, or TALCE personnel as deemed adequate by TALCE commander. When requned,additional AMC security forces wiU be deployed in support of resource protection.

8.2.5. EOD. The TALCE may require EOD support to protect AMC resources from the effects of clandestineexplosive devices, aircraft crashes, munitions and explosive accidents, or other hostile action. When deemed necessaryby the TALCE commander or MSPO, EOD teams will be included in the deployed TALCE.

83. Tasking and Planning:

8.3.1. Tasking. AU TALCEs, MSTs, airfield surveys, and other operational missions wtil be planned and tasked by theAMC TACC MSPO or MSC as described in AMCR 28-3. ANG and USAFR forces should be considered during theplanning process and ALCF capabUity availability and utilization of ANG and USAFR forces and personnelcoordinated with the ANGRC and AFRES NAF. The AMC TACC MSPO will task active duty forces, and ANGRCand AFRES wtil task then respective units.

8.3.2. Preparation For Deployment:

8.3.2.1. Each tasking is different and requires careful planning to ensure mission success. There is no one solution thatwill work in aU cases. GeneraUy, taskings will provide between 12 hours (36 hours for ANG and USAFU) and 180days for a TALCE to prepare for an operational deployment. Therefore, a cadre of quaUfied individuals must beavailable in each unit to receive a mission directive. The command post will receive AMT message.and the wing orgroup plans office will identify individual units required to respond. The ALCS will frequently be identified as the

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lead organization to conduct planning and recommend specific manpower and equipment requirements for all AMCforces deploying to a particular location.

8.3.2.2. The ALCS is responsible for ensuring that predeparture planning is complete and adequate to accomplish themission while providing for the well being of the deployed personnel. Unit planning wiU include:

8.3.2.2.1. Operating environment:

—CoUecting aU relevant data (airfield surveys, etc.) on the operating locations—Area inteUigence and threat analysis—Deterntining level of host base support and restrictions—Security (for personnel, equipment, ancraft, and COMSEC materials)—Arming of TALCE personnel and rules of engagement—Storage of weapons and classified materials—Special requirements such as civitian clothes translators, civtiian passports

8.3.2.2.2. Mission requirements:

—Aircraft support requirements (e.g. fuel, LOX, power carts)—Weather observing and forecasting support—Crash fire rescue—Developing a communications plan—Safety equipment and procedures—EOD

8.3.2.2.3. TALCE support requirements:

—Sustainabtiity (meals, water, fuel, and sanitary facilities)—BiUeting, meals, and transportation—Advance funding for TDY expenses and unit costs—Area health and medical concerns—Emergency medical care for Ah Force personnel

8.3.2.2.4. Tasking issues:

—Validating manpower and material packages—Requirements to meet mission objectives—Identifying specific deployment and redeployment airtift requirements

8.3.2.3. Each deploying TALCE commander or MST chief wtil assemble and brief all deploying personnel prior todeparture on the mission objective, operating envnonment, and individual preparation required for deployment Thosewho cannot be personaUy briefed wtil be informed sufficiently prior to departure to accomplish any items needed forhis or her personal or professional preparation.

8.4. Deployed Operations:

8.4.1. Deployment. The TALCE or MST is required to respond for deployment in 12 hours. This response timebegins when an TALCE is notified that they are tasked to deploy or tasked to process people and equipment fordeployment and standby for a launch order. AU personnel must be able to be processed and ati equipment marshaledand ready for ancraft loading within 12 hours of receipt of tasking orders. NOTE: Units placed on standby foranticipated tasking will still have 12 hours to respond after the deployment order is issued.

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8.4.2. Arrival Actions. On arrival, the TALCE commander is responsible for establishing a working relationship withthe host airfield commander or manager. This should include TALCE familiarization with permissible operating areas,times and restrictions, and confirmation of TALCE planning factors. Special interest should be placed on flight/taxiobstructions, runway and taxiway conditions, airfield Ughting, weather condition reporting, emergency notification,hazardous cargo and parking areas, and airfield safety and security. Further, the commander should verify emergencymedical support, health, sanitation, and security conditions as soon as possible. The TALCE commander or MSTChief must have positive accountability of aU personnel and equipment arriving on station and maintain an awarenessof unit capabiUty and readiness. As soon as all essential personnel have arrived, or when the TALCE is prepared tobegin operations, an on station report wtil be sent to the AMC TACC MSC or AME of the AOC (if deployed).

8.4.3. Operations. The AMC TACC MSC (or AOC's AME) wtil estabUshTALCE operating hours based onrecommendations from the TALCE commander, manning levels, mission requirement, and airfield capabilities.

8.4.3.1. The TOC is the focal point of TALCE operation. It serves as the communications and command center fordeployed operations. Access to the TOC will be limited to personnel essential to control operations (as designated bythe TALCE commander). The TOC should be protected in accordance with AFR 207-4 and AFR 207-21. Access tothe TOC will be controlled in the same manner as access to AMC aircraft on the fUghtline.

8.4.3.2. The TALCE commander will establish an area security plan, including emergency notification, duress codes,security response actions, higher headquarters notification, and an emergency destruction plan for classified materials.If TALCE personnel deployed with arms, the security plan should include emergency combat actions and rules ofengagement (and a review of the use of deadly force).

8.4.3.3. The TALCE is the AMC C2 agency designated to control aU AMC aircraft, crews, and support forces at ortransiting the deployed operating location. Any request for waivers or deviation from operational directives must becoordinated with the AMC TACC through the TALCE staff.

8.4.3.4. Safety of personnel, aircraft, and equipment and timely accomplishment of the AMC mission is theresponsibUity of the TALCE commander. If conditions exist, in the judgment of the TALCE commander, that mightcause injury, loss of life, or damage to ancraft or equipment, she or he may terminate aU AMC operations until theproblems can be corrected. Under emergency war operations, the DERMOBFOR or AMC TACC commander mayorder operations to proceed after considering the risk to AMC personnel and assets and the greater requirements of thewar effort

8.4.3.5. The TALCE wtil maintain information on the current location and status of all AMC personnel and equipmentat the deployed location. At periodic intervals or at the direction of the AMC TACC MSC or AOC's AME, a Ust of allequipment by serial number and status and a list of all personnel (including deployment ULNs) wiU be provided to theAMC TACC or AOGs AME.

8.4.3.6. The TALCE commander is directly responsible for health, weU being, and actions of his or her personnel. Amedical emergency plan should be developed to handle accidents or illness that might occur either at the operating siteor in the bUleting area The plan should include an emergency movement and treatment plan for serious accidents. -

•8.4.3.7. Frequently, TALCE members are the only US personnel on station. As the emissaries of the Americanpeople, TALCEs are highly visible and then actions (both good and bad) have far reaching diplomatic consequencesfor the United States. Commanders, supervisors, and senior NCOs should be selected based on then abitity to use tactand diplomacy in conducting then official duties and who consistently use good judgment in their off-duty activities.The TALCE commander has the absolute right to dhect immediate return any person to home station that he or shefeels would be an embarrassment or legal liability to US interests in the host nation. Recommendations foradministrative or judicial action should accompany such a decision for early return of personnel. Unit commandersshould fully review such recommendations and foUow through with the action they deem appropriate.

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8.5. Roll-Up and Redeployment:

8.5.1. The TALCE commander wiU develop procedures for the orderly phase-down of operational capability(commensurate with the planned airflow requirements) and for the redeployment of all AMC personnel and equipment.Redeployment airUft requirements identified earlier should be verified and antift availability reconfirmed.

8.5.2. Particular attention must be paid to the host airfield commander or manager's final perceptions of AMC. Allborrowed or joint-use equipment must be returned in a clean serviceable condition; operations areas must be cleanedor restored to then original (or better) condition, and TALCE commanders should personally meet with key hostofficials to resolve any final problems or unfinished business. AU financial obligations of the US government must bepaid or satisfactory arrangements made to ensure that obtigations will be taken care of in an appropriate and timelymanner. TALCEs must comply with host nation diplomatic and security requirements during roU-up.

8.5.3. The commander is responsible and accountable for ensuring that all AMC equipment and personnel depart thedeployed location with vaUd shipping or travel arrangements to home station or foUow-on tasking locations. Ifindividuals are detained for legal or diplomatic reasons or equipment seized or impounded by the host nation, contactthe AMC TACC MJSC for assistance and direction.

8.6. Reports:

8.6.1. On Station Report—wiU be sent to HQ AMC/XOOCM, AMC TACC/DOOZ, and each organization providingeither manpower or equipment to the TALCE. This report announces arrival, force level, airfield capabiUty andUmitations, and TALCE periods of operation, as well as off-duty telephone numbers for key personnel. The messagewtil be sent by most expeditious means (preferably DDN). Pertinent information from the report wiU be entered in the"station information" section in the GDSS by the AMC TACC MSC for use by all AMC C2 agencies. Content andformat wtil be defined by HQ AMC/XOOCM in coordination with AMC TACC/DOOZ.

8.6.2. Situation Report—wtil be sent by the TALCE any time the threat envnonment, airfield capability, equipmentstatus, or personnel avaUabtiity significantly changes. One must also be sent when any medical, legal, or diplomaticproblem occurs or if there are changes in the host nation and TALCE working relationship. Content and format is atthe discretion of the TALCE commander. Classify the message as appropriate, based on content and potitical ormiUtary sensitivity.

8.6.3. Off-Station Report—will be sent during the roll-up or redeployment phase to announce the termination ofmission support capabiUty and to confirm the movement of personnel and equipment to their home station or foUow-ontasking location.

8.6.4. After-Action Report—wtil be provided to HQ AMC/XOOCM and AMC TACC/DOOZ (and ANGRC/ DOMMfor ANG units). It wtil contain a recapitulation of the contingency, exercise, or operational mission supported and abrief description of the concept of operations, TALCE role and responsibilities, airtift volume and reliabtiity statistics,problem areas, and lessons learned. In each area where problems are encountered, the problem should be described,together with the causes, impact, and the solution if one was found. Specific facts and information are needed to helpsolve the problem and prevent future TALCEs from repeating the same mistakes. These lessons learned wtil beentered into the Joint Universal Lessons Learned System (JULLS) through its simplified JULLS Instructional InputProgram System (TOPS). The after action report need not duplicate items in JULLS, but simply cite the JULLSreference number and titles of the items. Copies of after-action reports with JULLS printouts should be addressed toaU DOD agencies referenced in the lessons learned and other participating agencies at the discretion of the TALCEcommander. If JULLS items are included, an electronic copy of the JULL.S data will be provided to HQAMC/XOOCM for inclusion in the JULLS master database. Content and format wiU be defined by XOOCM incoordination with AMC TACC/DOOZ.

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8.6.5. Airfield Survey Report (AMC Form 174)—will be completed for each deployment, unless one already existsand is current. If a new report is not required or if only minor changes are needed, a letter or message will besufficient. Chapter 5 further describes the airfield survey program and requirements.

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