AFI 11-214

Question 1

PURPOSE

Answer 1

Purpose. This instruction provides training rules and procedures for Air-to-Air and Air-to-Surface training operations, and considerations for both training and contingency operations, as they apply to Air and Space Power functions listed in AFDD 1, Air Force Basic Doctrine.

Question 2

CHECK-IN

Answer 2

2. 4.1. Check-in.
3. 4.1.1. Pass the following information at initial check-in:
4. 4.1.1.1. Call sign and location.
5. 4.1.1.2. Authentication (as required).
6. 4.1.1.3. Deviations or aborts affecting mission accomplishment.
7. 4.1.1.4. Mission or weapons system alibis that affect mission accomplishment.

Question 3

CHECK-IN RESPONSE

Answer 3

2. 4.1.2. The ABM, WD, FAC(A), ASOC and JTAC will accomplish the following:
3. 4.1.2.1. Authentication (as required).
4. 4.1.2.2. Indicate negative/positive radar contact (if applicable).
5. 4.1.2.3. If equipped with Identification Friend or Foe/Selective Identification Feature (IFF/SIF), conduct an IFF/SIF check and advise the aircrew of status ―SOUR‖ or ―SWEET.‖

Question 4

FUEL STATUS

Answer 4

Fuel Status. Pass fuel status by indicating the amount of ―PLAYTIME‖ in minutes the flight has above “BINGO” fuel.

Question 5

CONTINUUM OF CTRL (5 LVLS)

Answer 5

CLOSE

TACTICAL

BROADCAST

ADVISORY

AUTONOMOUS

Question 6

Target and commit information provided to specific flights

Answer 6

CLOSE and TACTICAL

Question 7

Aircrew responsible for tactical positioning

Answer 7

ALL BUT CLOSE CONTROL

TACTICAL

BROACAST

ADVISORY

AUTONOMOUS

Question 8

Communication not available

Answer 8

AUTONOMOUS

Question 9

CLOSE CONTROL

Answer 9

Close Control. The ABM/WD is responsible for vectors, intercept geometry, and altitude deconfliction.

Question 10

TACTICAL CONTROL

Answer 10

Tactical Control. Tactical control enables the maximum use of aircrew and ABM/WD radar, communication, and SA to accomplish the mission. It is the standard employment level for the execution of operational and training missions

Question 11

ADVISORY CONTROL

Answer 11

Advisory control is used when the controlling agency loses radar capability.

Question 12

AUTONOMOUS OPS

Answer 12

Autonomous Operations. Autonomous operations occur when the aircrew cannot receive information or guidance from TAC C2 or the controlling agency.

Question 13

KIO

Answer 13

KIO Procedures. A KIO call ceases all tactical maneuvering and ends the overall scenario. Use KIO procedures for the following:

3.4.1.1. If safety of flight is a factor.

Question 14

TERMINATE

Answer 14

Terminate procedures. A Terminate ceases all tactical maneuvering with the terminating aircraft or within a specific portion of a larger scenario.

3.4.3.1. Use Terminate procedures when safety of flight is not a factor, and in the following cases:

Question 15

COMM JAMMING

Answer 15

“SAFETY, SAFETY.” Upon hearing this call all jammers on the frequency(s) will cease jamming to allow the transmission.

Question 16

AIRSPACE RESPONSIBILITIES

Answer 16

Both aircrew and ABM/WDs share joint responsibility for avoiding lateral spill-outs.

It is the aircrew responsibility to avoid vertical spill-outs. Accomplish supersonic flight only in designated areas.

Question 17

STRANGER TRAFFIC

Answer 17

Advise aircrew of the bearing, range, heading, and altitude (if available) of previously unreported aircraft within 10 miles that are a potential hazard.

Question 18

ADVISE AIRCREW

Answer 18

Advise aircrew of the bearing, range, heading, and altitude (if available) of previously unreported aircraft within 10 miles that are a potential hazard.(STRANGER)

Advise aircrew when the controlling agency cannot support a minimum of broadcast control.

Advise aircrew when they approach airspace boundaries (3 NM for fighters and 5 NM for non-fighters) or as directed by the ATC agency.

Question 19

NON-MANEUVERING CAT

Answer 19

NON-MANEUVERING. Provides for Air-to-Air training by maintaining constant heading, airspeed, and altitude. This does not apply to aircraft performing conversions versus NON-MANEUVERING targets.

Question 20

NIGHT CAT

Answer 20

Night.

4.2.9.1. LIMITED is the maximum maneuvering category unless flying CONTROLLED maneuvering exercises.

Question 21

ALTITUDE BLOCKS

Answer 21

A minimum of 1,000 feet vertical separation between altitude blocks is required at or above 5,000 feet AGL.

Question 22

TRANSITIONING BLOCKS

Answer 22

Transitioning Blocks.

4.2.11.6.1. Aircraft may not transit or enter the altitude or altitude block of any adversary unless at least one of the following conditions applies

4.2.11.6.1.1. All adversaries are beyond 10 NM (15 NM for F-22/F-35).

4.2.11.6.1.2. Tally is established on all aircraft in the group of interest and no conflict with other groups within 10 NM exists.

4.2.11.6.1.3. Not Tally with all adversaries within 10 NM but not a conflict (i.e., no collision potential) based on SA.

4.2.11.6.1.4. Verbally confirm adversary’s hard altitude and maintain required vertical separation.