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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................... 1-1

2.0 OBJECTIVES .................................................................................................... 2-1

3.0 TECHNICAL ORDERS (TO).............................................................................. 3-1

4.0 ASSOCIATED DIRECTIVES/REGULATIONS .................................................. 4-1
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1.0 INTRODUCTION

The air refueling and cargo mission responsibilities placed on KC-10 

crewmembers require that they maintain a working knowledge of several levels 

of publications. This workbook addresses the publications that govern KC-10 

operations and crew duties. The description of publications is in two parts. The 

first part covers technical orders. The second part describes associated 

directives/regulations. Questions and exercises give you the opportunity to test 

your knowledge of the technical orders and directives.
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2.0 OBJECTIVES

1. Locate the applicable Technical Order reference for accomplishing Boom 

Operator procedures.

2. Locate the applicable Flight Publication reference for accomplishing Boom 

Operator procedures.
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3.0 TECHNICAL ORDERS (TO)

Air Force Instruction 11-215 sets the procedures and standards for Commands 

who manage and use flight manuals to operate or maintain aircraft throughout 

the Air Force. Flight crewmember’s responsibilities are to follow Flight Manual 

Program publications and authorized supplements during aircraft operations; use 

the correct checklists during all phases of flight operations; accomplish critical 

(BOLD FACE) emergency actions in the published sequence without referring to 

a checklist; keep personal flight manuals and checklists current; submit Flight 

Manual Program publication changes on AF Form 847. Flight manuals and 

electronic publications are issued during squadron in processing.

3.1 TO 1C-10(K)A-1, Flight Manual

This two-volume manual contains the necessary information for safe and efficient 

operation of the KC-10. The flight manual provides you with a general knowledge 

of the aircraft as well as specific normal, abnormal, and emergency operating 

procedures. The information is flight crew oriented, with the description designed 

to support the procedures. The procedures are in a “positive approach” format 

that states what you can do under most circumstances. The instructions are not a 

substitute for sound judgement.

3.1.1 TO 1C-10(K)A-1, Flight Manual Volume I

This volume contains the aircraft systems descriptions and consists of fifteen 

parts.

3.1.1.1 Section I - Systems Description

This section comprises the first volume of the Dash 1. It begins with ‘Aircraft 

General’ information, followed by major subjects. Each subject is divided in 

relation to the type of material being presented. The information is flight crew 

oriented with the description designed to support the procedures. Primary 

emphasis is on the end result of the operation of a control or unit or required 

operation by the crew, rather than of a description of how the system operates.

Functional diagrams are supported by descriptive text when necessary for 

complete understanding. Functional diagrams are used to show what happens 

when a control is actuated rather than to illustrate how the system works. 

Diagrams illustrate a normal operational condition that will be meaningful to the 

flight crew. When primary diagrams are used in conjunction with diagrams of 

subsystems, the relationship between the main system and the subsystem is 

identified.

Section I, Part 15 is specific to air refueling systems and is particularly useful to 

the Boom Operator.
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3.1.2 TO 1C-10(K)A-1, Flight Manual Volume II

This volume contains sections II thru VIII and covers emergency, abnormal and 

normal procedures, aircraft limitations and receiver/tanker air refueling.

3.1.3 Section II - Emergency Procedures

All KC-10 emergency procedures, including air refueling emergencies and 

regardless of the system involved, are presented in this section. Memory items 

are in bold type, highlighted gray, and boxed. The Boom Operator has numerous 

checklists that have a memory item (BOLD PRINT). The memory item is 

“OXYGEN MASKS .......ON/100%EMER” with “(P, BO) or (ALL)” to denote 

who performs the action bold print action.

3.1.4 Section IIA - Abnormal Procedures

KC-10 abnormal procedures, including air refueling abnormals are presented in 

this section. Throughout the abnormal procedures, YES/NO logic is used (when 

necessary) to indicate a procedure decision path. The crewmember affected 

selects the appropriate YES or NO checklist branch and follows the appropriate 

arrow to the next step in the procedure. In some cases, the procedure may 

continue to branch out or connect with another arrow.

Abnormal Procedures are written with the assumption that, in addition to the 

steps listed, the circuit breakers (if applicable) have been checked and are not a 

factor. These procedures consider single abnormals only and if more than one 

problem exists, the crew is responsible for determining which action has priority.

3.1.5 Section III - Limitations

This section contains all-important limitations that must be observed during 

normal operations of the aircraft and engines. The operating limitations contained 

in this section take precedence over all other limitations mentioned elsewhere in 

this manual. In addition to Aircraft Systems Limitations, Cargo and Air Refueling 

limitations are covered.

3.1.6 Section IV - Normal Procedures

These are the detailed normal procedures for conducting a normal flight with all 

aircraft systems operational. Procedures are listed by phase of flight, starting with 

flight preparation and exterior safety inspection, and extending through post-flight 

duties at destination. Also included in this section is air refueling normal 

procedures.

Line items, which define the steps to be accomplished, also define the action 

required to perform the step.
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3.1.7 Section V - Mission Preparation

This section is divided into two subsections: Crew Duties and Operating 

Techniques. Crew Duties contains rules and procedures required for operating 

the KC-10. Instructions contained here do not appear elsewhere. Operating 

Techniques contains the procedures and techniques for operating at varying 

conditions of takeoff, enroute climb, descent, approach, landing, and automatic 

flight.

3.1.8 Section VI - Flight Characteristics

This section contains pilot information concerning stall stability characteristics.

3.1.9 Section VII - Adverse Weather Conditions

This section contains information concerning hot and cold weather operation and 

other unusual weather conditions.

3.1.10 Section VIII - Receiver/Tanker Air Refueling

This section contains information concerning air refueling general operations, 

rendezvous procedures, receiver and tanker air refueling procedures.

3.2 TO 1C-10(K)A-1CL-3, Boom Operator’s Emergency and Abnormal 

Procedures Checklist

Contains aircraft systems abnormal and emergency procedures, plus the Boom 

Operator’s portion of the ditching procedures.

3.3 TO 1C-10(K)A-1CL-3-1, Boom Operator’s Normal Procedures Checklist

These are normal procedures in abbreviated form, presented by phase of flight. 

The amplified or complete checklist is contained in Section IV of the flight 

manual. Passenger briefings are included in this checklist.

3.4 TO 1C-10(K)A-1CL-5-1, Boom Operator’s Air Refueling Procedures Checklist

These are normal, emergency and abnormal air refueling procedures in 

abbreviated form. The amplified or complete checklist is contained in Section II, 

IIA, or IV of the flight manual.

3.5 TO 1C-10(K)A-9, Cargo Loading Manual

The “Dash 9" is your primary reference for load planning and cargo operations.
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3.5.1 Section I, General Information

General description of the aircraft, the cargo loading manual, and a glossary of 

terms.

3.5.2 Section II, Description of Aircraft Features

This section contains a detailed description of the cargo handling system, 

written to the operating level. The description of the cargo system, components 

and floor is essential to understanding the cargo capabilities of the KC-10. 

Understanding how the cargo system is designed will enhance your 

understanding of load planning requirements, and the limitations of the cargo 

handling system.

3.5.3 Section III, Aircraft Configuration (Application)

This section contains instructions for operating the cargo door, configuring the 

cargo handling system, and instructions for the use of loading/offloading aids.

3.5.4 Section IV, General Procedures (Operation)

In the first part of Section IV are detailed instructions for planning cargo loads. 

This section contains the charts and formulas for load planning, with relevant 

limitations and restrictions. Following the planning portion is the Amplified 

Loading and Offloading Checklist.

3.5.5 Section V, Specific Procedures

This section contains specific procedures for floor loading cargo, and specific 

procedures for specific cargo items, such as large vehicles, that require special 

consideration in addition to the procedures in Sections III and IV.

3.5.6 Section VI, Emergency Procedures

Section VI contains emergency procedures to follow in the event of a fire during 

loading or offloading activities. Directs the Boom Operator to refer to T.O. 1C10K(A)-1 Section 2, Cargo Loading Ground Emergency Procedures.

3.6 TO 1C-10(K)A-9CL-1, Boom Operator’s Loading/Offloading Procedures 

Checklist

This checklist contains the abbreviated procedural steps in Section IV of the 

Dash Nine.
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3.7 TO 1C-10(K)-A-5, Basic Weight Checklist and Loading Data

Each aircraft has a weight and balance handbook, containing aircraft specific 

data, to be used in conjunction with TO 1-1B-50. It contains a sample Basic 

Weight Checklist (Chart A) and a Chart E, Loading Data.

A major part of your duties is computing weight and balance, for aircraft 

performance use, and for cargo load planning. This information is coordinated 

with the Flight Engineer and Aircraft Commander.

3.7.1 Chart E, Loading Data

The Chart E serves two functions. It has instructions for weighing the aircraft, 

which is a periodic requirement, and includes the necessary information for 

completing DD Form 365-4. The DD Form 365-4 will be covered, in detail, in 

your weight and balance lessons.

3.8 TO 1C-10(K)A-1-1, Flight Manual - Performance Data

The pilots and flight engineer use the Performance Manual. This manual along 

with TO 1C-10 (K)A-1 contains the necessary performance data information for 

safe and efficient operation of the airplane. These instructions provide a general 

knowledge of the airplane and its characteristics and specific operating 

procedures.

3.9 TO 1C-10(K)A-1-2, Minimum Equipment List

This tech order contains minimum systems status and capability requirements 

for the aircrew. The ultimate objective for maintenance is to provide an aircraft 

with all systems fully operational. With the redundant systems on the KC-10, it 

is recognized that for certain missions, under specific circumstances, safe 

operation is possible with less than all systems fully operational. This manual 

provides the aircraft commander with the information necessary for ensuring 

that requirements are followed.
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3.10 TO 1-1B-50, Weight and Balance

This technical order is used to maintain a permanent record of aircraft weight 

and balance data. Each Department of Defense aircraft has a “Dash 50", which 

is initiated by the manufacturer. It is maintained on the aircraft as long as the 

aircraft is in service. Included in the TO 1-1B-50 are the following:

Chart A, Basic Weight Checklist - The Chart A, DD Form 365-1, is an 

inventory list of all operating equipment, weighing five pounds or more, 

that is or may be installed on the aircraft.

Chart C, Basic Weight and Moment - The Chart C is a continuous listing of 

the aircraft basic weight and moment. The last entry is considered to be 

up to date. This basic weight and moment is the starting point for filling out 

the DD Form 365-4, which is the weight and balance clearance form.
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3.11 SECTION THREE EXERCISE

Complete the following questions, and then check your answers on the next page. If 

necessary, correct to 100% by referring to the text.

1. Where can air refueling systems information be found?

2. What technical order and section would you find operating instructions for the 

cargo door?

3. What manual are the instructions found for completing the DD Form 365-4?

4. Which manual is the primary reference for load planning and cargo operations?
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3.12 SECTION THREE EXERCISE ANSWER KEY

1. TO 1C-10(K)A-1 Flight Manual Volume 1, Section 1, Part 15

2. TO 1C-10(K)A-9 Section III Aircraft Configuration.

3. TO 1C-10(K)A-5 Basic Weight Checklist and Loading Data Chart E Loading 

Data

4. TO 1C-10(K)A-9, Cargo Loading Manual
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4.0 ASSOCIATED DIRECTIVES/REGULATIONS

The reference for this training requirement is AFI 11-2KC-10. Classes for 

associated directives will be conducted by your unit in both initial qualification 

and continuation training. At minimum, you must demonstrate knowledge of 

these publications as they apply to your specific crew position.

4.1 AFI 11-2KC10, Volume 1, KC-10 Aircrew Training

This instruction prescribes basic policy for training crewmembers and 

establishes Air Force standards for qualification, mission qualification, 

continuation training, and upgrade training in mobility aircraft. It also establishes 

minimum training requirements for crewmembers to complete their operational 

missions.

4.1.1 Chapter 1, General

The overall objective of the aircrew training program is to develop and maintain 

a high state of mission readiness for immediate and effective employment in 

exercises, peace-keeping operations, contingencies, and conventional or 

nuclear war.

4.1.2 Chapter 2, Initial Qualification Training (Phase I)

This chapter specifies the minimum training requirements for initial qualification 

and senior staff training. Qualification training for KC-10 crew members consists 

of Phases IA and IB requirements. Phase IA is administered by the training 

contractor and Phase IB is conducted at Formal Training Unit (FTU) where 

aircraft training is conducted. Completing Phase IA and IB requirements results 

in initial qualification in the KC-10.

4.1.3 Chapter 3, Mission Qualification and Certification Training (MCT)

This chapter establishes minimum mission ready criteria and training 

requirements to be accomplished during Mission Certification Training (MCT).

4.1.4 Chapter 4, Continuation Training 

This chapter specifies the minimum training requirements to maintain 

qualification in KC-10 aircraft. The squadron commander will also determine the 

training level of each assigned crewmember. KC-10 aircrews are assigned to 

either mission ready (MR) or basic aircraft qualification (BAQ) status. Mission 

Ready crewmembers are defined as those who are current, qualified, and 

certified in the squadron’s mission.
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4.1.5 Chapter 5, Upgrade Training

This chapter specifies instructor upgrade training requirements. The aircrew 

instructor program is designed to teach selected crew members fundamentals 

and concepts of instructing. Instructor candidates are selected based on 

experience, judgment, ability to instruct, flying skill, and technical knowledge.

4.1.6 Chapter 6, Aircrew Training System (ATS)

The ATS is civilian contractor-provided aircrew training. The ATS contractor 

provides academic and simulator training. The Air Force conducts all flight 

training and administers all evaluations. The ATS contract guarantees trained 

students meet government standards. This chapter applies to all aircrew 

members attending formal schools using ATS courseware, or attending ATS 

refresher or phase training.

4.1.7 Chapter 7, ARMS Event Identifiers and Course Descriptions

This chapter identifies the ARMS Event Identifiers and course descriptions.

4.1.8 Attachment 1, Glossary of References and Supporting Information

4.1.9 Attachment 2, Aircrew Training Documentation

4.1.10 Attachment 3, Formal Training Unit (FTU) Guidance

4.2 AFI 11-2KC-10 Volume 3, KC-10 Operations Procedures

This AFI applies to aircrew members, support personnel and managers involved 

with employing the KC-10 aircraft.

4.2.1 Chapter 1 - General Information - Establishes the policy for operating the KC10 aircraft.

4.2.2 Chapter 2 - Command and Control - Identifies and describes the Mobility Air 

Forces (MAF) command and control (C2) network. Pilot in Command (PIC) 

Responsibilities and Authority are included. Telephone numbers are provided to 

assist in coordinating mission requirements through the appropriate agencies.

4.2.3 Chapter 3 - Aircrew Complement/Management - Describes aircrew 

qualification, including required physical status, and all requirements necessary 

for operational and local training missions, standby force duty, and supplemental 

training missions.

4.2.4 Chapter 4 - Aircraft Operating Restrictions - Describes how and when the 

Pilot in Command may determine that the aircraft is operational.
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4.2.5 Chapter 5 - Operational Procedures - Contains brief general operating 

procedures for the KC-10, including Advisory Calls, Communication Policy, and 

Fuel Jettison procedures.

4.2.6 Chapter 6 - Aircrew Procedures - Delineates necessary aircrew procedures 

and requirements for all phases of flight: Premission, Predeparture, Preflight, 

Departure, Enroute, and Arrival. A chart lists the publications primary 

crewmembers will carry on the aircraft.

4.2.7 Chapter 7 - Aircraft Security - Describes methods and procedures for keeping 

the aircraft secure on the ground at all times, and resisting aircraft piracy of the 

KC-10 aircraft.

4.2.8 Chapter 8 - Operational Reports and Forms - Identifies worksheets, forms 

and reports, which may be required on a mission, and the crew member 

responsible for forms completion.

4.2.9 Chapter 9 - Training And Operating Limitations - Lists the prohibited 

maneuvers and operational limitations to be observed when conducting 

qualification training.

4.2.10 Chapter 10 - Aircrew Operations in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and 

Nuclear Threat Environment. This chapter describes the CBRN threat, 

passive defensive measures to mitigate that threat, and guidance for ground 

and flight operations in a contaminated environment.

4.2.11 Chapter 11 - Navigation Procedures - Establishes procedures and 

requirements for worldwide enroute KC-10 navigation.

4.2.12 Chapter 12 - Flight Engineer/Aircrew Maintenance Support Procedures -

Procedures not contained in the flight manual, other portions of this AFI, or other 

publications.

4.2.13 Chapter 13 - Cargo and Passenger Procedures - Other duties include load 

planning, coordinating loading and unloading operations, supervising onloading 

and offloading of passengers and cargo, and providing inflight assistance to 

passengers.

4.2.14 Chapter 14 - Fuel Planning and Conservation - Outlines KC-10 fuel planning

factors.

4.2.15 Chapter 15 - Air Refueling - Establishes aircrew procedures for the operation 

of KC-10 aircraft to accomplish its worldwide mission. Guidelines are 

supplemental to those prescribed in the flight manual and other directives. 

Guidelines are provided for AR Limitations, Low Altitude AR (LAAR), Emergency 
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AR, ATC Clearance, Communications Failure, and MARSA (Military Assumes 

Responsibility for Separation of Aircraft) Applicability for Air Refueling.

4.2.16 Chapter 16 - Mission Planning - This chapter standardizes procedures for 

planning, briefing, and reviewing all missions. All crewmembers should be 

present during the pre-takeoff briefings unless excused by the aircraft 

commander. Crewmembers not present must be briefed by the aircraft 

commander prior to takeoff. Flight crews will attend the operations and 

maintenance debriefing as directed by unit commanders.

4.2.17 Chapter 17 - Employment Training - This chapter addresses KC-10 tactics 

training and responsibilities. Each unit will have a tactics ground training 

program tailored to the unit’s wartime taskings. Each unit’s tactics ground 

training program may be different because of the differences between unit 

mission taskings. However, the overall objectives should be the same.

4.2.18 Chapter 18 - Aircraft Formation - This chapter covers basic formation 

procedures and operations. Maintaining formation integrity requires each 

crewmember to assist the pilot in monitoring the position of all flight aircraft. 

Radio and interphone discipline are critical factors in maintaining formation 

integrity. Strict radio and interphone discipline must be enforced to ensure flight 

safety and mission effectiveness. Flight members will transmit only information 

essential to the safe conduct of the mission. Radio calls will be clear and 

concise.

4.2.19 Chapter 20 - Aeromedical Evacuation (AE) - This primary function of the KC10 for aeromedical evacuation is opportune transport of ill or injured DoD 

members and their dependants requiring little or no medical support.

4.3 AFI 11-202, Volume 1, Aircrew Training

This instruction prescribes basic policy and guidance for training United States 

Air Force aircrews. The Air Force Aircrew Training Program ensures all aircrew 

members obtain and maintain the qualification and proficiency needed to 

effectively perform their unit’s mission. It also contains specific training 

requirements unique to individual aircraft and crew positions.

4.4 AFI 11-202, Volume 2, Aircrew Standardization/Evaluation Program

The standardization/evaluation program is the commander’s tool to validate 

mission readiness and the effectiveness of unit flying. This instruction explains 

requirements, provides grading criteria, and establishes procedures to include 

documentation of individual aircrew member qualifications and capabilities.
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4.5 AFI 11-202, Volume 3, General Flight Rules

Prescribes general flight rules that govern the operation of Air Force aircraft 

flown by Air Force pilots, pilots of other services, foreign pilots, and civilian 

pilots. It applies to Air Force activities operating aircraft on loan or lease to the 

extent stipulated in the loan or lease agreement, Air Force Reserve (AFRC) 

units, and to Air National Guard (ANG) units. Establishes the requirements and 

procedures for preflight briefings, equipment required for flight, filing of flight 

plans, flight release and clearance authority, use of parachutes, seat and safety 

belt requirements, personal survival equipment, oxygen requirements, crew rest, 

and flight duty limitations.

4.6 AFI 11-401/AMC SUP 1, Aviation Management

Establishes policy for the management of Air Force flying resources and 

guidance for flight management, aircrew training, and evaluation programs. It 

describes how to properly log flying time and describes crew rest and crew duty 

day limitations. AMC Sup 1 supplements the AFI with procedures pertinent to 

AMC aircrews.

4.7 AFI 13-207, Preventing and Resisting Aircraft Piracy (Hijacking) (FOUO)

This instruction outlines USAF policy and guidance relative to forceful or violent 

seizure of any USAF aircraft or any military contract civil aircraft. It also outlines 

assistance which will be provided to any hijacked civil aircraft and covers 

communications systems for aircrews in a hijack situation.

4.8 AFI 11-218, Aircraft Operation and Movement on the Ground

Prescribes procedures for the movement and control of USAF aircraft on the 

ground. Describes standard visual marshaling signals and outlines wing-walker 

requirements along with minimum taxi distances near obstacles.

4.9 AFI 11-207, Combat Aircraft Delivery

Implements AFPD 11-2, Flight Rules and Procedures, and outlines 

responsibilities and procedures for delivering fighter aircraft worldwide.

4.10 AFMAN 24-204(I), Preparing Hazardous Materials for Military Air 

Shipment

AFMAN 24-204(I) provides guidance and procedures for preparing hazardous 

materials for shipment by military aircraft. Loadmaster/boom operators are 

required to receive training in the application of this Air Force Manual, as part of 

qualification for cargo operations. The manual specifies operational 

requirements such as: Air Terminal or Base Operations personnel must notify 
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the aircraft commander, or designated representative (loadmaster/boom 

operator), in writing, of all hazardous materials aboard the aircraft. This briefing 

must be in accordance with Attachment 21.

4.11 AFJI 11-204, Operational Procedures for Aircraft Carrying Hazardous 

Materials

This joint manual provides guidance and procedures for aircraft carrying 

hazardous materials and specifies the special procedures that apply to aircraft 

carrying nuclear, chemical, or biological research materials. It lists actions to be 

taken by aircraft commanders, aircrew members, and technical escorts during 

in-flight emergencies that involve such materials.

4.12 AFI 34-246, Lodging Program

This instruction provides guidance and procedures for lodging transient aircrews 

and specifies lodging adequacy standards and assignments.

4.13 AMCI 24-101, Vol 11, Military Airlift (Cargo and Mail)

This volume contains procedures and guidance designed to control and record 

movement of cargo and mail throughout the military airlift system. The 

procedures apply to all aircrew and AMC air terminals including those 

supporting deployed operations.

4.14 AFI 11-301, Vol 1, AMC Supplement, Aircrew Flight Equipment Program

This instruction covers aircraft installed emergency equipment, and personnel 

life support items, such as life vests, life rafts, and related equipment. It also 

specifies requirements, for example: life support equipment listed on the AFTO 

Form 46, which is maintained in the AFTO Form 781 book. Aircraft 

commanders or their designated representative will inventory and assume 

responsibility (by signing the Form 46) for life support equipment while in 

command of the aircraft.

4.15 AFTTP 3-3.KC-10, Combat Aircraft Fundamentals - KC-10

This volume supplements both formal and continuation training programs. With 

Air Force Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (AFTTP) 3-1.KC-10/135; Air 

Force Instruction (AFI) 11-2KC-10, Volume 3, KC-10 Operations Procedures; 

and other directives, it provides aircrews with techniques for employing the 

extender in a variety of missions and with the information needed to make the 

right decisions. This volume is not directive in nature and provides no authority or 

sanction to depart from established training procedures and directives. No 

manual can substitute for common sense and sound judgment.
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4.16 Foreign Clearance Guide

The Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG) is directive on all USAF personnel involved 

in the planning or execution of aircraft, cargo, or personnel movements to, from, 

or over foreign nations. It contains information on travel restrictions, 

passport/identification requirements, manifests, overflight rights, diplomatic 

clearances, acceptable clothing, monetary currency restrictions, and other 

foreign travel concerns.

4.17 Squadron Read File/FCIF

The Squadron Read File is utilized by the squadron commander to inform 

aircrews of important information pertinent to the accomplishment of their 

squadron/flying duties. The Flight Crew Information File is set up in accordance 

with AFI 11-202 Volume 2, (Aircrew Standardization/Evaluation Program) for 

aircrew members to ensure adequate preparation for safe flight.

4.18 ATP-3.3.4.2.5. NATO Standard, ATP-56(C), Air-to-Air Refuelling

This NATO publication provides aircrew with internationally standardized 

definitions, abbreviations and procedures to enable successful and safe Air-toAir Refuelling (AAR) operations. The appropriate tanker National Annex 

provides information crucial to successful AAR from allied tankers. Refuelling 

data for specific receivers refuelling with tankers other than from the United 

States can be found in this publication.

4.18a ATP-3.3.4.2.5. (C), United States, Standards Related Document (SRD)

This publication (Formerly the Entire National Annex Z) provides aircrew with 

internationally standardized definitions, abbreviations and procedures for the 

entire fleet of United States Tankers up to and including the KC-46A. This 

publication offers information pertinent to refuelling with flying boom, probe and 

drogue, MPRS (KC-135) and WARP (KC-10) equipment. Refuelling data for 

specific receivers refueling with tankers from the United States can be found in 

this publication.

4.19 AFI-11-2KC-10, Volume 3, Addenda A, KC-10 Aircraft Configuration

This volume implements AFPD 11-2, Aircraft Rules and Procedures, and is 

incomplete without AFI 11-2KC-10 Volume 3, KC-10 Operations Procedures. It 

establishes policy for the configuration of the KC-10 aircraft to safely and 

successfully accomplish their worldwide mobility missions. This publication 

applies to aircrew members, support personnel, and managers involved with 

employing the KC-10. This instruction applies to Air Force Reserve Command 

(AFRC) units. It does not apply to Air National Guard (ANG) units.
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4.20 SECTION FOUR EXERCISE

Complete the following questions, and then check your answers on the next page. If 

necessary, correct to 100% by referring to the text.

1. Which Air Force Instruction Manual outlines anti-hijacking procedures?

2. Where do you find important information for specific squadron/flying duties that 

will ensure adequate preparation for a safe flight?

3. You have been notified that your mission includes carrying hazardous cargo, in 

what regulation will you find guidance and procedures for preparing hazardous 

material for shipment by military aircraft?

4. What type of information is found in AFI 11-301, Aircrew Life Support Program?

5. Where would you find supplemental guidelines to accomplish air refueling?

6. You will be refueling F-15’s. Where would you find refueling data on this 

receiver?
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4.21 SECTION FOUR EXERCISE ANSWER KEY

1. AFI 13-207

2. Squadron Read File

3. AFMAN 24-204(I)

4. Aircraft installed emergency equipment, personnel life support items, such as 

life vests, life rafts, and related equipment

5. AFI 11-2KC-10, Volume 3, KC-10 Operations Procedures, Chapter 15, Air 

Refueling

6. ATP-56(B), Air-to-Air Refuelling, National Annex