DEPARTMENT  OF  THE  AIR  FORCE 
Headquarters  US  Air  Force 
Washington  DC  20330 
AF  REGULATION  55-19 
9  January  1980 
Operations 
ORGANIZATION,  OPERATION,  AND  MANAGEMENT  OF  THE  PHOTOGRAPHIC 
PROCESSING  AND  INTERPRETATION  FACILITY  (PPIF) 
This  regulation  states  the  concept  of  operations,  the  organization,  and  the  responsibilities  for  the  WS-430B, 
PPIF.  It  also  provides  general  requirements,  operating  procedures,  and  guidelines  for  the  management  of 
the  PPIF  by  tactical  reconnaissance  units.  This  regulation  applies  to  all  units  that  have  the  PPIF. 
Suggestions  for  improving  this  regulation  are  encouraged.  Send  recommendations  through  command  chan- 
nels to  HQ  USAF/INYK,  Wash  DC  20330. 
Paragraph    Page 
Chapter  1— Introduction 
Purpose  and  Scope    1-1 
Terms  Explained    1-2 
System  Description    1-3 
Chapter  2— Organization  and  Management 
General  Information    2-1 
Section  A— HQ  US  AF  to  Wing  Level 
Management  Responsibilities    2-2 
Section  B— PPIF  Level 
Operational  Considerations    2-3 
Functional  Areas 
  2-4 
PPIFChief    2-5 
PPIF  Support  Section    2-6 
Chapter  3— Operations 
Production  Control  (PC)    3-1 
Imagery  Processing  (IP)    3-2 
Imagery  Interpretation  (II) 
  3-3 
Chapter  4— Logistics 
General  Information    4-1 
MAJCOM  Responsibilities   *    4-2 
Wing  Intelligence  Responsibilities    4-3 
PPIFChief  Responsibilities    4-4 
Logistics  Officer  Responsibilities    4-5 
Maintenance  NCOIC  Responsibilities    4-6 
Logistics  Control  Responsibilities    4-7 
Maintenance  Data  Collection    4-8 
Corrosion  Control    4-9 
Chapter  5— Training 
General  Information    5-1 
On-The- Job  Training 
  5-2 
Informal  Training    5-3 
Maintenance  Training 
  5-4 
1-1 
1-1 
1-1 
2-1 
2-1 
2-1 
2-2 
2-2 
2-2 
3-1 
3-1 
3-2 
4-1 
4-1 
4-1 
4-1 
4-1 
4-1 
4-2 
4-2 
4-2 
5-1 
5-1 
5-1 
5-1 
Supersedes  AFR  55-19, 20  August  1974.  (See  signature  page  for  summary  of  changes.) 
No  of  Printed  Pages:  25 
OPR:  INYK(CaptR.Stobbe) 
Approved  by:  Col  O.  L.  Greenblatt 
Writer-Editor:  D.  Britford 
Distribution:  F
u 
AFR55-19 
Paragraph    Page 
Imagery  Processing  Training    5-5  5-2 
Imagery  Interpretation  Training.    5-6  5-2 
Operation  of  Emergency  and  Support  Equipment    5-7  5-3 
Evacuation  Plan    5-8  5-3 
Tactical  Exercises    5-9  5-3 
Chapter  6— Mobility 
General  Information    6-1  6-1 
Deployment  Preplanning    6-2  6-1 
Mobility  Responsibilities 
  6-3  6-1 
PPIF  Facility  Setup 
  6-4  6-2 
Mobility  Exercises 
  6-5  6-2 
Chapter  7— Environmental  Protection 
Environmental  Protection  Policy    7-1  7-1 
Wastewater  Treatment    7-2  7-1 
Air  Pollution  From  Film  Incineration    7-3  7-1 
Silver  Recovery    7-4  7- 1 
Attachments 
1.  Abbreviations 
  A- 1 
2.  Job  Proficiency  Guide    A-2 
Figures 
2-1  Command  and  Control  Diagram    2-3 
2-2  PPIF  Organization    2-4 
2-3  PPIF  Operations  Section  Organization    2-5 
2-4  PPIF  Logistics  Section  Organization    2-6 
Table 
3-1.  PPIF  Sample  Workflow    3-2 
Forms  Prescribed 
AF  2588,  Daily  Production/Sortie  Log        3-1  3-1 
AF  2590,  Final  Inspector's  Checklist— Mobilization  of  the  WS-430B        6-3f  6-2 
AF  2591,  Reconnaissance  Photographic  Services  Work  Order        3-la  3-1 
AF  2592,  Self-Inspection  Checklist— WS-430B        2-3a  2-1 
Forms  Implemented 
AF  403,  Request  for  Special  Technical  Training        5-2b  5-1 
AF623,  On-The-Job  Training  Record        5-4a(b)  5-2 
AF  719,  Historical  Record  Diesel  Electric  Generator  and  System        4-6d  4  -2 
AF  797,  Job  Proficiency  Guide  Continuation  Sheet        5-4a(l)  5-1 
AF  1098,  Special  Task  Certification  and  Recurring  Training        5-4b  5-2 
AFTO,  22,  Technical  Order  System  Publication  Improvement  Report  and  Reply ...      4  -6j  4-2 
AFTO  95,  Significant  Historical  Data        4-6d  4-2 
AFTO  244,  System  or  Equipment  Status  Record        3-ld  3-1 
AFT0245,  Equipment  Status  Record        4-6d  4-2 
AFTO  349,  Maintenance  Data  Collection  Record        3-ld  3-1 
AFTO  350,  Reparable  Item  ProcessingTag        4-6e  4-2 
DD 1927.  Kilm  Can  Label  (Green)        3-2a  3-1 
DD 1928,  Film  Can  Label  (Red)        3-2a  3-1 
DD  1929,  Film  Can  Label  (Yellow)        3-2a  3-1
AFR  55-19 
1-1 
Chapter  1 
INTRODUCTION 
1-1.  Purpose  and  Scope.  This  regulation  provides 
a  single  reference  covering  the  general  require- 
ments, operating  procedures,  and  management  of 
the  WS-430B,  PPIF.  It  provides  standardized, 
specific,  and  general  guidance  for  the  management 
of  the  PPIF  to  permit: 
a.  Effective  employment  of  reassigned  personnel 
from  other  units  or  commands  with  minimum 
orientation. 
b.  Exchange  of  information  and  ideas  between 
organizations  using  like  terminology. 
c.  Reducing  the  need  for  extensive  operating  in- 
structions at  each  unit. 
d.  Integration  of  facilities  and  personnel  to  bet- 
ter meet  unique  or  special  mission  requirements. 
1-2.  Terms  Explained: 
a.  Attachment  1  has  a  list  of  the  abbreviations 
used  in  this  regulation. 
b.  The  terms  WS-430B  and  PPIF  are  considered 
synonymous.  The  term  "PPIF"  used  in  this  regula- 
tion refers  primarily  to  the  WS-430B  but  may  also 
refer  to  similar  mobile  equipment  used  with  the 
WS-430B,  such  as  WS-428A  Imagery  Interpreta- 
tion shelters,  other  tactical  information  processing 
and  interpretation  (Tlrl)  shelters,  manual  radar 
reconnaissance  exploitation  segment  (MARRES) 
vans,  etc. 
1-3.  System  Description.  The  WS-430B,  PPIF 
provides  tactical  reconnaissance  units  with  a  self- 
contained  capability  to  process,  print,  and  interpret 
tactical  reconnaissance  imagery.  It  can  be  deployed 
"in  whole"  or  "in  part"  to  support  day  or  night  all- 
weather  reconnaissance  on  a  sustained  basis.  A 
complete  facility  operates  from  six  150  kilowatt 
generators  providing  120/208  volt  AC,  60  Hz,  three 
phase,  four  wire  electrical  power.  The  average 
water  demand  is  7  gallons  per  minute  for  a  com- 
plete facility.
AFR  55-19 
2-1 
Chapter  2 
ORGANIZATION  AND  MANAGEMENT 
2-1.  General  Information.  This  chapter  defines 
the  organizational  management  structure  and 
delineation  of  command  and  staff  responsibilities 
for  organizations  managing  PPIF  assets.  Also, 
specific  management  responsibilities  for  PPIF 
operators  are  discussed. 
SECTION  A-HQ  USAF  TO  WING  LEVEL 
2-2.  Management  Responsibilities: 
a.  HQ  USAF,  Major  Commands  (MAJCOMs). 
At  all  command  levels,  primary  management  re- 
sponsibility for  PPIF  assets  rests  with  the  opera- 
tions staff  function.  Operational  responsibilities  in- 
clude determining  unit  of  assignment,  location,  and 
mission  priorities.  Technical  and  supporting  respon- 
sibility is  provided  by  the  intelligence  (IN)  staff 
function,  and  includes  staff  guidance  concerning 
the  training,  staffing,  internal  operation  proce- 
dures, and  technical  design  or  applications  of  the 
hardware  of  the  PPIF.  MA JCOM  staffs  should  have 
management  personnel  with  primary  Air  Force 
specialty  codes  (AFSCs)  8016,  8044,  20699,  8064, 
23399,  and  40499.  The  404XX  personnel  are  as- 
signed to  the  staff  agency  that  has  the  PPIF  mainte- 
nance management  responsibility. 
b.  Wing  Management  Responsibilities: 
(1)  The  wing  commander  is  responsible  for 
making  sure  that  PPIF  resources  are  properly  man- 
aged by  providing  the  wing  staff  and  subordinate 
commanders  with  uniform  guidance  related  to  em- 
ployment, deployment,  mission  application,  and 
disposition  of  assets. 
(2)  The  deputy  commander  for  operations  is  re- 
sponsible for  daily  operational  policy  for  deploy- 
ment, mission  priorities,  contingency  planning, 
ground  system  force  sizing,  and  airlift  support  of 
PPIF  assets. 
(3)  IN  formulates  policy  and  provides  staff 
supervision,  through  the  deputy  commander  for 
operations,  concerning  staffing  and  training  (man- 
power source  list  changes,  AFSCs,  schools,  on-the- 
job  training,  and  mobility)  internal  operating  proce- 
dures (processing,  printing,  exploitation,  and  pro- 
duction priorities),  and  technical  design  or  applica- 
tion of  the  equipment  and  facilities  of  PPIF  assets. 
To  provide  this  guidance,  IN  should  be  staffed  with 
experienced  personnel  in  AFSCs  8064,  23399, 
8044,  and  20699. 
(4)  The  deputy  commander  for  logistics, 
through  the  wing  chief  of  maintenance,  provides 
quality  control,  maintenance  data  collection,  and 
time  compliance  technical  order  support  to  the 
PPIF  maintenance  function.  However,  it  is  the  re- 
sponsibility of  each  PPIF  chief,  together  with  IN 
and  chief  of  maintenance,  to  make  sure  that  these 
services  are  used.  The  wing  IN,  together  with  quali- 
fied personnel  from  wing  quality  control,  conducts 
activity  inspections  of  each  PPIF  maintenance  unit 
once  a  year.  At  times,  the  PPIF  logistics  section  re- 
quires support  from  other  maintenance  activities  on 
base;  assistance  is  scheduled  and  coordinated  with 
the  responsible  agencies  (sheet  metal  support  from 
the  field  maintenance  squadron,  mobilizer  mainte- 
nance assistance  from  the  transportation  squadron, 
etc.)  (see  AFM  66-1,  volume  II  or  AFR  66-5). 
(5)  Wing  civil  engineering  (DE)  provides  sup- 
port for  PPIF  site  preparation,  water  supply,  drain- 
age, and  electrical  utilities. 
SECTION  B-PPIF  LEVEL 
2-3.  Operational  Considerations.  The  shelters 
that  make  up  the  PPIF  have  a  working  environment 
which,  although  limited,  can  be  improved  with  ef- 
fective management  actions  and  positive  com- 
munication. 
a.  Management.  The  PPIF  modular  layout  and 
resulting  isolation  create  management  challenges. 
(1)  Span  of  Control.  Attaining  a  manageable 
span  of  control  within  the  PPIF  is  a  key  manage- 
ment consideration.  The  modular  concept  can  easily 
increase  the  feeling  of  isolation,  hence  a  greater 
managerial  challenge  is  presented  to  overcome  the 
barriers  of  the  physical  layout. 
(2)  Self-inspection.  AF  Form  2592,  WS-430B 
Self-Inspection  Checklist,  should  be  used  as  a  man- 
agement aid  in  monitoring  the  operations  of  the 
PPIF. 
b.  Work  Space.  Administration,  training,  sup- 
ply, maintenance,  and  latrine  facilities  are  limited 
or  nonexistent  in  the  PPIF  design.  Field  deploy- 
ment places  a  greater  stress  on  these  areas.  A  major 
management  factor  is  planning  the  work  flow  to 
make  the  best  use  of  space. 
c.  Vibration  and  Noise  Level.  Operation  of  air 
conditioners  or  placement  of  the  PPIF  too  close  to 
aircraft  operating  areas  causes  vibration  and  high 
noise  levels.  Excessive  noise  levels  also  may  result 
in  loss  of  hearing  in  exposed  personnel.  Noise  prob- 
lems, including  evaluation  of  work  facilities  and 
equipment,  and  the  possibility  of  exposed  individ- 
uals taking  part  in  the  hearing  conservation  pro- 
gram (autiometric  testing)  should  be  referred  to  the 
responsible  US  Air  Force  Medical  Service  unit  (see 
AFR  161-35). 
d.  Industrial  Hygiene.  An  industrial  operation 
frequently  involves  exposure  of  personnel  to  dan- 
gerous chemicals,  excessive  thermal  stresses,  and
2-2 
AFR  55-19 
other  potentially  detrimental  environmental  fac- 
tors. The  US  Air  Force  Medical  Service  is  respon- 
sible for  conducting  a  comprehensive  environmen- 
tal health  program  (including  bioenvironmental  en- 
gineering surveys),  evaluating  all  working  areas, 
and  administering  the  occupational  health  physical 
examinations  (see  AFR  161-33).  A  survey  of  all 
working  areas  of  the  PPIF  should  be  requested  from 
the  responsible  US  Air  Force  Medical  Service  unit. 
e.  Physical  Security.  Maintaining  proper  secu- 
rity in  the  PPIF  requires  special  attention,  due  to 
the  many  possible  entrances  to  the  shelters.  Access 
to  the  PPIF  should  be  limited  to  as  few  doors  as 
necessary.  Adequate  area  night  lighting  is  essential 
in  maintaining  security. 
2-4.  Functional  Areas.  The  PPIF  is  organized 
into  three  main  functional  areas:  PPIF  support, 
operations,  and  logistics.  PPIF  support  includes 
mobility,  administration,  and  training.  Operations 
is  subdivided  into  production  control,  imagery 
processing  (IP)  and  imagery  interpretation  (II)  and 
is  discussed  in  detail  in  chapter  3.  A  quality  control 
subunit  is  maintained  within  imagery  processing 
and  imagery  interpretation.  Logistics  include  main- 
tenance and  supply  and  is  discussed  in  chapter  4. 
2-5.  PPIF  Chief.  It  is  essential  that  the  PPIF 
chief  possess  an  AFSC  8016,  8044,  or  8064,  and 
have  knowledge  of  both  imagery  processing  and 
imagery  interpretation.  The  PPIF  chief  is  directly 
responsible  to  the  squadron  commander  for  the 
operation  and  control  of  the  PPIF.  Primary  duties 
include  coordination  of  all  activities  between  opera- 
tions, logistics,  and  the  training,  administration, 
and  mobility  units  as  they  apply  to  the  mission  of 
the  squadron.  The  PPIF  chief  maintains  liaison 
with  and  accepts  staff  guidance  from  wing  intelli- 
gence. 
2-6.  PPIF  Support  Section.  The  non-commission- 
ed officer  in  charge  (NCOIC),  PPIF  support  section, 
supervises  mobility,  administration,  and  training 
units. 
a.  Mobility.  This  unit  makes  sure  mobility  man- 
uals and  all  local  operations  plans  are  followed.  Sets 
up  shelter  packir.g  teams  and  makes  sure  current  re- 
call rosters  are  available. 
b.  Administration.  The  administration  units 
does  all  the  typing  and  controls  the  classified  infor- 
mation. They  also  keep  all  required  manuals,  regu- 
lations, and  operational  instructions,  bulletin 
boards,  files,  forms,  and  transitory  correspondence. 
c.  Training.  The  training  unit  monitors  all  train- 
ing programs  within  the  PPIF.  These  persons,  to- 
gether with  the  squadron  training  NCO  and  the 
PPEF  section  supervisors,  make  sure  requirements 
are  followed  that  are  in  chapter  5.
AFR  55-19 
2-3 
MAJOR  COMMAND     - 
NUMBERED  AIR  FORCE 
TRWg 
n. n 
U\f 
TRS 
v» 
> 
PPIF 
NOTE:  The  solid  lines  denote  command  and  control  authority.  The  dotted  lines  denote  staff  guidance  as  well 
as  reviewing  and  monitoring  PPIF  operations. 
Figure  2-1.  Command  and  Control  Diagram.
to 
I 
OPERATIONS 
SECTION 
PPIF  CHIEF 
LOGISTICS 
SECTION 
Continued  on  Fig  2-3 
Continued  on  Fig  2-4 
Figure  2-2.   PPIF  Organization. 
f
OPERATIONS 
SECTION 
IMAGERY 
PROCESSING  UNIT 
QUALITY 
CONTROL 
SUBUNIT 
f 
PRODUCTION 
CONTROL  UNIT 
SHIFT 
SUPERVISOR 
PRINTING 
AND  TITLING 
/ 
IMAGERY 
INTERPRETATION  UNIT 
/ 
QUALITY 
ASSURANCE 
SUBUNIT 
IMAGERY 
INTERPRETATION 
TEAM 
Figure  2-3.  PPIF  Operations  Section  Organization  (example). 
to 
i
to 
I A 
LOGISTICS  CONTROL  UNIT 
LOGISTICS 
SECTION 
MAINTENANCE  UNIT 
PRECISION 
PHOTO  SYSTEMS 
POWER 
PRODUCTION 
REFRIGERATION 
CORR  CONT 
Figure  2-4.  PPIF  Logistics  Section  Organization  (example). 
> 
f 
CO
AFR55-19 
3-1 
Chapter  3 
OPERATIONS 
3-1.  Production  Control  (PC).  PC  consists  of  per- 
sons experienced  in  the  functions  of  processing  and 
interpretation.  They  make  sure  that  suspense  times 
are  met  by  assigning  priorities  and  realistically 
scheduling  work  through  the  PPIF,  consistent  with 
established  timing  criteria  and  the  availability  of 
equipment  and  personnel.  Production  control  coor- 
dinates with  maintenance  to  ensure  maximum 
ready  status  of  equipment.  When  it  appears  sus- 
pense times  cannot  be  met,  the  senior  supervisor  is 
notified  at  once. 
a.  AF  Form  2588,  Daily  Production/Sortie 
Log.  AF  Form  2588  is  an  essential  item  in  control- 
ling workflow.  This  log  must  be  maintained  accu- 
rately and  kept  according  to  AFM  12-50.  The  log 
provides  a  permanent  record  for  every  mission,  and 
provides  control  during  the  production  operation.  It 
is  essential  that  production  control  uses  this  man- 
agement tool  that  allows  them  to  follow  each  piece 
of  work  from  entry  to  completion.  When  the  inter- 
pretation personnel  select  negatives  for  printing,  an 
AF  Form  2591,  Reconnaissance  Photographic  Serv- 
ices Work  Order  must  be  submitted  to  the  print  sec- 
tion. This  information  is  also  recorded  on  AF  From 
2588.  AF  Form  2588  should  be  sufficient  to  provide 
control  of  all  original  mission  film,  printing,  titling, 
interpretation,  and  required  reports.  However,  this 
does  not  preclude  the  processing  and  interpretation 
units  from  additional  maintenance  records  to  facili- 
tate management  of  thier  resources. 
b.  Dissemination.  PC  is  responsible  for  inven- 
toring,  labeling,  wrapping,  and  receipting  classified 
materials  according  to  appropriate  directives. 
c.  Equipment  Status.  Production  control  also 
maintains  a  chart  of  all  equipment  operationally 
certified  for  use  each  day.  This  chart  is  updated  to 
show  machine  certification  times,  shelter  or  equip- 
ment down  times,  etc.  IP  quality  assurance  and 
maintenance  personnel  provide  inputs  to  produc- 
tion control. 
d.  Maintenance.  When  an  equipment  discrepan- 
cy occurs,  operator  personnel  inform  production 
control  who  completes  an  AFTC  ^orm  349,  Mainte- 
nance Data  Collection  Record  requesting  mainte- 
nance support.  One  copy  is  kept  ,.i  production  and 
one  is  sent  to  the  maintenance  supervisor.  Produc- 
tion control  also  coordinates  periodic  and  imme- 
diate maintenance  scheduling  to  ensure  the  avail- 
ability and  cleanliness  of  equipment  before  mainte- 
nance work.  Production  control  is  notified  by  main- 
tenance on  completion  of  work,  and  makes  sure  that 
operational  checkouts  are  complete  before  using  the 
equipment.  In  addition,  PC  and  maintenance  ensure 
proper  maintenance  of  the  AFTO  Form  244,  Sys- 
tem or  Equipment  Status  Record. 
c.  Corrosion  Control.  Corrosion  control  is 
everyone's  responsibility,  even  though  the  mainte- 
nance unit  is  the  OPR.  PC  makes  sure  that  shelters 
and  equipment  down  for  corrosion  control  are 
scheduled  on  the  monthly  maintenance  plan  accord- 
ing to  mission  requirements. 
f.  Reports.  Production  control  ensures  the  prep- 
aration of  timely  reports  requested  by  proper  au- 
thority. 
g.  Daily  Inspections.  Production  control  makes 
sure  operator  functions  on  the  maintenance  inspec- 
tion work  cards  are  accomplished  as  required. 
3-2.  Imagery  Processing  (IP).  IP  is  responsible 
for.  certifying  all  of  the  equipment  in  the  shelters 
according  to  AFR  96-1,  quality  processing  of  all 
original  films,  production  of  all  contact  or  projec- 
tion duplications  on  film  or  paper,  and  titling  and 
cleaning  of  all  roll  materials  being  reproduced.  IP 
also  must  maintain  cleanliness,  ensure  operator  cor- 
rosion control  and  operator  maintenance  of  the 
shelters,  and  provide  enough  job  proficiency  and 
mobility  training. 
a.  Film  Processing.  All  film  is  received  from 
production  control  and  delivered  back  to  production 
control  after  processing  is  completed.  Production 
control  provides  three  Film  Can  Labels  (DD  Form 
1927,  DD  Form  1928,  or  DD  Form  1929)  for  film 
identification.  Processor  operators  attach  one  label 
to  the  film  can,  one  to  the  lid,  and  one  to  the  end  of 
the  processed  film  as  it  leaves  the  processor  dry  box. 
The  shift  supervisor  makes  sure  that  all  operators 
are  fully  qualified  to  operate  film  processing  equip- 
ment in  the  ES-59  shelter. 
(1)  Malfunctions.  All  processed  materials 
should  be  checked  at  the  takeup  station  to  deter- 
mine processor  malfunctions  and  other  defects.  In 
the  event  of  a  "wraparound,"  production  control  is 
notified  at  once.  If  original  film  is  involved,  make 
every  effort  to  salvage  as  much  footage  as  possible 
before  exposing  the  opened  machine  to  light.  Fol- 
lowing a  "wraparound,"  the  processor  must  be  com- 
pletely recertified  before  using. 
(2)  Double  stranding.  When  double  stranding, 
care  must  be  taken  to  make  sure: 
(a)  Only  films  of  the  same  emulsion  type  are 
double  stranded. 
(b)  The  prime  sensor  and  backup  sensor  from 
the  same  sortie  are  not  double  stranded  on  the  same 
processor. 
(c)  No  two  prime  sensors  are  double  stranded 
on  the  same  processor. 
b.  Printing  or  Titling:
3-4 
AFR  55-19 
(3)  Mission  Package.  Parts  of  the  mission  pack- 
age are  prepared  before  arrival  of  the  imagery.  The 
mission  package  includes  a  manila  envelope  (or 
shipping  bag  or  box  if  roll  film  is  requested)  with 
the  following  information  stamped  or  written  on 
the  outside: 
(a)  Unit  designator. 
(b)  Mission  or  target  number. 
(c)  The  mission  package  also  has  a  copy  of  the 
fragmentary  order  or  mission  request,  with  changes 
noted.  The  shift  supervisor  checks  all  materials  and 
information  as  requested. 
(4)  Disseminating  or  Transmitting  Reports  and 
Products.  Although  the  specific  methods  used  for 
transmitting  and  issuing  reports  and  products  vary, 
it  is  essential  that  each  unit  develop  a  plan  to  make 
sure  that  adequate  facilities  and  methods  are  avail- 
able at  each  potential  operating  location.
AFR  55-19 
4-1 
Chapter  4 
LOGISTICS 
4-1.  General  Information.  Precision  photo- 
graphic systems  maintenance  personnel  and  sup- 
port equipment  maintenance  personnel  maintain  all 
ground  equipment  used  to  process  and  exploit  re- 
connaissance photography.  To  carry  out  this  mis- 
sion, the  personnel  are  assigned  to  the  operational 
unit.  The  functional  responsibilities  of  training, 
plans,  scheduling,  records,  and  maintenance  control 
have  been  included  in  logistics  structures,  but  have 
not  been  established  as  separate  entities.  The  per- 
sonnel assigned  to  the  PPIF  maintenance  functions 
are  responsible  to  the  PPIF  logistics  officer. 
4-2.  MAJCOM  Responsibilities.  Each  MAJCOM 
is  responsible  for  publishing  specific  logistics  sup- 
port guidance  consistent  with  its  own  maintenance 
operations.  The  following  paragraphs  are  offered  as 
background  information. 
4-3.  Wing  Intelligence  Responsibilities.  IN  pro- 
vides maintenance  management  and  serves  as  a 
focal  point  to  establish  and  ensure  compliance  with 
the  standardization  of  procedures.  Wing  intelli- 
gence: 
a.  Provides  staff  guidance  for  all  PPIF  mainte- 
nance and  supply  requirements  to  include  equip- 
ment status  and  inspections,  standardization  of  pro- 
cedures, technical  order  (TO)  distribution,  time 
compliance  technical  order  (TCTO)  programs,  pre- 
cision measurement  equipment  laboratory  (PMEL) 
scheduling,  deficiency  analysis,  data  reporting,  and 
corrosion  control. 
b.  Performs  functional  inspections  each  month 
on  a  minimum  of  20  percent  of  each  squadron's 
PPIF  equipment.  This  covers  adequacy  of  inspec- 
tions, servicing,  operator  maintenance,  repairs,  cor- 
rosion control,  TCTO's,  records,  and  scheduling 
maintenance  requirements. 
c.  During  PPIF  exercises,  monitors  all  aspects  of 
the  maintenance  program,  shelter  mobilization,  and 
use  of  assigned  personnel. 
4-4.  PPIF  Chief  Responsibilities.  The  PPIF 
chief  is  responsible  for  the  overall  management, 
control,  logistics,  and  employment  of  personnel  or 
equipment  assigned  to  the  PPIF.  The  PPIF  chief: 
z..  Develops  standard  local  interface  procedures 
in  with  the  chief  of  maintenance  (see  AFM  66-1, 
volume  II). 
b.  ImpJements  the  policies  directed  by  higher 
authority  and  makes  sure  that  the  responsibilities 
outlined  in  this  regulation  are  properly  assigned. 
c.  Assures  availability  of  the  maximum  number 
of  maintenance  personnel  and  takes  all  possible  ac- 
tion to  prevent  disruption  of  maintenance  sched- 
ules. 
d.  Reviews  all  inspection  reports  and  takes  cor- 
rective action  of  all  deficient  areas. 
e.  Makes  sure  that  equipment  operators  perform 
required  operator  inspections  and  maintenance  on 
all  assigned  equipment. 
f .  Makes  sure  that  equipment  is  not  interchanged 
or  removed  from  the  PPIF  nor  any  equipment  modi- 
fication performed  without  AFR  57-4  (Retrofit 
Configuration  Changes)  approval. 
g.  Conducts  periodic  inspections  of  the  entire 
PPIF  to  find  out  the  adequacy  of  the  corrosion  con- 
trol and  maintenance  programs. 
4-5.  Logistics  Officer  Responsibilities.  The  lo- 
gistics officer  is  responsible  to  the  PPIF  chief  for 
the  effective  management  of  all  maintenance  and 
logistic  support  for  the  PPIF.  The  logistics  officer: 
a.  Keeps  the  PPIF  chief  informed  of  the  logistics 
status  on  ground  photographic  and  support  equip- 
ment. 
b.  Delegates  to  the  maintenance  NCOIC  the  nec- 
essary authority  to  carry  out  assigned  responsi- 
bilities. 
c.  Is  knowledgeable  of  maintenance  data  collec- 
tion (MDC)  procedures  and  monitors  reports  re- 
ceived from  the  deputy  commander  for  logistics. 
d.  Actively  supports  established  ground  safety 
policies. 
e.  Makes  sure  a  current  file  of  technical  publica- 
tions is  maintained  for  the  PPIF. 
f.  Ensures  maintenance  and  supply  discipline 
and  good  housekeeping  practices  are  followed 
through  the  logistics  section. 
4-6.  Maintenance  NCOIC  Responsibilities.  The 
maintenance  NCOIC  devises  and  implements  pro- 
cedures necessary  to  ensure  effective  maintenance 
of  equipment  and  management  of  resources.  The 
maintenance  NCOIC: 
a.  Advises  the  logistics  officer  at  all  times  of  the 
maintenance  capability,  potential  problem  areas, 
and  the  maintenance  posture. 
b.  Confirms  maintenance  requirements  and  coor- 
dinates mission  capability  (MICAP)  start  and  stop 
times  with  the  PPIF  supply  section.  Procedures  will 
be  according  to  AFR  65-110  and  AFM  67-1,  vol- 
ume II,  part  2. 
c.  Manages  the  PME  program  according  to  TO
4-2 
AFR  55-19 
00-20-14,  TO  33K-1-10D,  AFM  66-267,  and 
AFM  66-1,  volume  II. 
d.  Maintains  AFTO  Form  95,  Significant  Histor- 
ical Data,  on  each  major  end  item  of  photographic 
equipment.  Also  maintains  AFTO  244  or  245, 
Equipment  Status  Record,  on  each  PPIF  shelter  and 
nonpowered  AGE  to  include:  load  transfer  unit, 
stake  trailer,  and  mcbilizer  dolly.  Historical  data  for 
diesel  generators  will  be  maintained  on  AF  Form 
719,  Historical  Record  Diesel  Electric  Generator 
and  System.  Additional  inspection  records  for  the 
individual  machine  shop  equipment  is  not  required 
for  the  FS-7A  vans. 
e.  Ensures  status  tagging  of  equipment  using 
AFTO  Form  350,  Reparable  Item  Processing  Tag, 
and  its  attachment  to  the  item  during  all  mainte- 
nance processing. 
f.  Ensures  that  supervisors  perform  random 
quality  control  inspection  of  the  maintenance  ac- 
complished by  assigned  personnel.  These  inspec- 
tions will  be  recorded  as  a  separate  line  entry  on  the 
AFTO  349  that  the  technician  used  to  document  the 
maintenance  action. 
g.  Assures  that  repair  of  mobilizers  and  stake 
trailers,  beyond  the  capability  of  the  PPIF  mainte- 
nance section,  is  accomplished  by  the  transporta- 
tion squadron  according  to  AFM  77-310,  volume  H, 
attachment  5. 
h.  Ensures  observance  of  safety  measures  accord- 
ing to  AFR  127-101. 
i.  Ensures  that  timely  pickup  or  delivery  of  main- 
tenance forms  and  reports  is  accomplished  between 
the  maintenance  section  and  wing  keypunch  facil- 
ity. 
j.  Evaluates  deficiencies  noted  in  technical  orders 
and  submits  AFTO  Form  22,  Technical  Order  Sys- 
tem Publication  Improvement  Report  and  Reply  ac- 
cording to  TO  00-5-1  and  AFR  8-2,  as  supple- 
mented. 
4-7.  Logistics  Control  Responsibilities.  Logis- 
tics Control  personnel  advises  the  logistics  officer  of 
the  percentage  of  equipment  on  hand,  iimiting  fac- 
tors, and  other  pertinent  matters  which  affect  the 
PPIF  posture. 
a.  PPIF  Supply  Function: 
(1)  Acts  as  an  advisor  on  all  actions  in  main- 
taining Custodian  Authorization  (CA)  Custody  Re- 
ceipt Listing  (CRL)  accounts. 
« 
(2)  Coordinates,  investigates,  and  acts  on  aU 
supply  problems  within  the  PPIF.  The  unit  repre- 
sents the  maintenance  section,  the  imagery  process- 
ing section,  and  the  imagery  interpretation  section 
in  all  supply  problems  arising  between  the  PPIF  and 
base  supply. 
b.  Shop  Bench  Stock.  These  stocks  do  not  lend 
themselves  to  repair,  are  not  authorized  as  repair 
cycle  stocks,  and  must  not  exceed  30  days  expected 
issue  requirements. 
(1)  The  semi  annual  bench  stock  listing  is  re- 
viewed by  the  maintenance  and  operations -activ- 
ities in  conjunction  with  logistics  control  for  possi- 
ble adjustment  of  bench  stock  levels. 
(2)  Unused  shop  residue  remaining  from  TCTO 
modifications  or  bench  stock  deletion  may  be  re- 
tained for  attrition.  These  items  must  be  properly 
binned  and  conspicuously  identified  as  work  order 
(XB)  residue. 
4-8.  Maintenance  Data  Collection.  The  mainte- 
nance data  collection  system  outlined  in  AFM 
66-267  and  the  codes  (equipment  classification, 
type  maintenance,  when  discovered,  action  taken, 
and  how  malfunction  data  codes)  outlined  in  AFM 
300-4,  volume  I  are  designated  to  provide  data  to 
HQ  AFLC  for  material  management  and  logistics 
support  requirements. 
a.  Maintenance  Data  Collection  Records  (AFTO 
Form  349)  are  used  to  record  production  credit  for 
all  tasks  accomplished  by  maintenance  personnel 
requiring  expenditure  of  direct  labor. 
b.  AFTO  Form  349  is  used  to  record  maintenance 
documentation.  Specific  details  about  the  data  and 
coding  of  this  form  are  in  the  00-20  series  technical 
orders  and  AFM  300-4,  volume  I. 
4-9.  Corrosion  Control.  Corrosion  control  guid- 
ance for  photographic  equipment  is  in  TOs 
10-1-179  and  10M1-2-1-129.  Treatment  and 
preventive  methods  outlined  are  intended  for  mo- 
bile and  fixed-base  facilities  and  equipment.  Main- 
tenance instructions  are  limited  to  those  that  can  be 
performed  at  the  organizational  level  with  standard 
tools,  plus  the  special  tools,  equipment,  and  ma- 
terial listed  in  TOs  1-1-2,  Corrosion  Prevention 
and  Control  for  Aerospace  Equipment  and  1-1-8, 
Application  of  Organic  Coatings.
AFR  55-19 
5-1 
Chapters 
TRAINING 
6-1.  General  Information.  The  PPIF  requires  a 
great  degree  of  specialized  training  to  ensure  proper 
combat  readiness.  The  wide  variety  of  AFSCs  and 
equipment  associated  with  the  PPIF  must  be  coor- 
dinated into  a  productive  unit.  A  sound  training 
program  is  the  most  effective  tool  used  to  achieve 
this  goal.  The  PPIF  chief  sets  up  a  training  unit  to 
manage  all  upgrade  and  proficiency  training  pro- 
grams. Formal  OJT  requirements  are  monitored  by 
the  squadron  OJT  administrator.  Each  section  man- 
ager establishes  a  comprehensive  proficiency  train- 
ing program  to  develop  maximum  versatility  and 
combat  readiness  of  personnel  and  equipment.  The 
wing  IN  evaluates  training  program  effectiveness 
and  ensures  standardization. 
5-2.  On-the-Job  Training  (OJT): 
a.  The  PPIF  chief  establishes  and  conducts  a 
training  program  under  the  guidelines  of  AFR 
50-23.  Tnis  program  includes  normal  upgrade 
training  and  proficiency  training  in  packing  and 
mobilization  of  all  PPIF  shelters.  Each  commander 
makes  sure  a  job  proficiency  guide  continuation 
sheet  records  instruction  of  personnel  in  the  use  and 
mobilization  of  each  shelter.  An  example  of  this 
continuation  sheet  is  at  attachment  2. 
b.  Request  for  Specialized  Training.  If  a  training 
deficiency  exists  that  cannot  be  corrected  locally,  an 
AF  Form  403,  Request  for  Special  Technical  Train- 
ing, as  required  by  AFR  50-9  is  submitted. 
5-3.  Informal  Training.  This  program  includes 
mobility  training,  familiarization  training,  and 
driver  training. 
a.  Mobility.  Procedures  must  provide  for  prac- 
tical experience  in  assembly,  disassembly,  and 
mobilization  of  the  PPIF.  To  reduce  wear  and  tear 
on  the  shelters,  this  program  should  be  limited  to 
the  least  amount  of  shelters  necessary  to  achieve  de- 
sired proficiency.  Personnel  should  receive  training 
and  be  certified  skilled  at  least  twice  a  year.  Attach- 
ment 2  may  be  used  as  a  guide  for  this  program. 
When  possible,  exercises  started  by  higher  head- 
quarters are  used  to  meet  the  requirements  of  this 
paragraph. 
b.  Familiarization  Training.  To  improve  opera- 
tional capability  and  effectiveness,  assigned  person- 
nel should  receive  familiarization  training  in  all  ma- 
jor functional  areas  of  the  PPIF.  It  is  not  the  intent 
to  have  each  specialist  totally  skilled  in  areas  pri- 
marily covered  by  other  AFSCs.  Each  23XX  and 
404X0  assigned  to  the  complex  should  receive  an 
informal  basic  course  in  imagery  interpretation. 
The  course  should  include  target  identification  and 
photo  interpretation  reporting  as  a  minimum. 
Photo  processing  specialists  and  206XOs  should  re- 
ceive training  in  basic  corrective  maintenance,  tech- 
nical order  research,  and  maintenance  records. 
Photo  maintenance  and  imagery  interpretation 
specialists  should  be  given  a  familiarization  course 
in  the  use  of  major  photo  processing  equipment  and 
in  basic  photographic  principles.  In  addition,  all 
personnel  should  receive  training  in  the  area  of 
aerial  sensor  systems. 
c.  Driver  Qualifications.  The  NCOIC  PPIF  sup- 
port section  makes  sure  that  the  required  number  of 
personnel  have  completed  base  driving  school  train- 
ing. The  program  should  include  qualifications  on 
the  V4-ton  pickup  truck  and  1-ton  step  van.  Enough 
personnel  must  be  qualified  on  fork  lifts,  farm  trac- 
tors, and  Coleman  tugs  in  order  to  be  self-support- 
ing in  field  operations. 
5-4.  Maintenance  Training.  The  logistics  man- 
ager is  responsible  for  proficiency  and  management 
training  of  all  assigned  maintenance  personnel. 
This  logistics  function  is  performed  as  an  additional 
duty  by  competent,  qualified  maintenance  per- 
sonnel who  are  selected  by  the  logistics  manager 
from  existing  resources.  Training,  as  referred  to 
here,  is  all  training  conducted  to  improve  mainte- 
nance proficiency  and  supervisory  capability.  It  in- 
cludes courses  accomplished  by  field  training  de- 
tachment (FTD),  mobile  training  team  (MTT),  fac- 
tory, base,  and  Air  Force  schools,  as  well  as  the  pro- 
ficiency portion  of  dual-channel  OJT. 
a.  The  Maintenance  Training  Monitor: 
(1)  Supplements  the  specialty  training  stand- 
ard (STS)  with  an  AF  Form  797,  Job  Proficiency 
Guide  Continuation  Sheet,  and  lists  the  specific 
tasks  that  enlisted  persons  are  required  to  perform 
in  their  assigned  duties.  The  monitor  also  makes 
sure  that  the  proficiency  part  of  OJT  is  done  accord- 
ing to  AFR  50-23. 
(2)  Monitors  all  maintenance  training. 
(3)  Determines  training  necessary  to  correct  de- 
ficiencies. 
(4)  Prepares  and  coordinates  training  schedules 
with  other  agencies  and  personnel  to  reduce  disrup- 
tion of  the  maintenance  program. 
(5)  Arranges  for  adequate  space  and  facilities 
to  meet  training  needs. 
(6)  Monitors  AF  Form  623,  On-The-Job  Train- 
ing Record. 
(7)  Administers  maintenance  proficiency  tests 
and  monitors  practical  or  proficiency  tests  given  by 
qualified  supervisors.  Training  is  conducted  once  a
5-2 
AFR  55-19 
year,  or  more  often  when  deficiencies  are  noted,  or 
for  update  on  new  equipment,  systems,  or  proce- 
dural changes. 
b.  Training  Records  Procedures.  Record  all 
training  on  AF  Form  623,  as  directed  by  AFR 
50-23.  All  AF  Forms  623  are  kept  by  the  work 
center  supervisor.  Use  procedures  of  Air  Force 
directives  in  the  40-series  for  documenting  training 
requirements  on  assigned  civilian  maintenance  per- 
sonnel AF  Form  1098,  Special  Task  Certification 
and  Recurring  Training,  is  used  to  certify  AGE 
qualification,  selected  tasks  requiring  recurring 
training  or  evaluation,  and  selected  tasks  where  the 
supervisor  relies  on  someone  else  to  validate  the  in- 
dividual's qualifications.  When  used,  it  becomes  a 
part  of  the  AF  Form  623.  The  logistics  manager 
authorizes,  in  writing,  a  limited  number  of  qualified 
personnel  as  certifying  officials. 
c.  Technical  and  Job  Proficiency  Evaluation. 
To  identify  required  training,  all  5-  and  7-level 
maintenance  personnel  (military  and  civilian)  are 
evaluated  on  assignment  to  determine  individual 
training  deficiencies.  The  initial  evaluation  includes 
an  interview  plus  a  written  and  practical  evaluation 
test.  Initial  evaluation  is  completed  within  45  days 
after  the  individual  reports  for  duty.  Revaluation 
of  5-  and  7-level  personnel  is  required  once  a  year 
and  when  a  change  of  assignment  or  equipment  oc- 
curs. Revaluation  includes  a  written  and  practical 
evaluation  test.  AF  Form  1098  is  used  to  document 
practical  and  written  proficiency  examinations.  The 
wing  standardizes  and  monitors  these  proficiency 
examinations. 
d.  Management  Training  of  Maintenance 
Personnel.  Management  training  is  a  basic  part  of 
the  overall  training  program.  Maintenance  data 
collection  concepts,  work-hour  reporting  proce- 
dures, and  maintenance  documentation  date  ele- 
ments principles  get  particular  attention.  Programs 
to  accomplish  this  base  training  are  coordinated 
through  the  wing  training  staff  of  the  maintenance 
division.  The  courses  include: 
(1)  The  fundamental  operational  concepts  of 
management,  with  emphasis  on  foundations  of  good 
relations,  functions  and  principles  of  management, 
principles  of  instructions,  and  procedures  for  meth- 
ods improvements. 
(2)  The  application  of  management  techniques 
and  practices  to  maintenance  operations. 
(3)  An  explanation  of  the  maintenance  organ- 
izations, including  local  procedures. 
(4)  An  explanation  of  work  programming 
methods. 
(5)  Maintenance,  supply,  and  quality  discipline. 
(6)  Equipment  inspection  periods,  forms  and 
records  used,  and  the  responsibilities  of  affected 
maintenance  activities. 
(7)  Service  test  procedures  and  objectives  that 
apply  to  the  organization  or  wing. 
(8)  Discussion  of  supply  and  other  support  ac- 
tivities. 
e.  Publications  Familiarization.  Familiariza- 
tion with  required  publications  occurs  first  through 
use  of  the  JPG  and  STS,  for  all  assigned  personnel. 
Familiarization  with  new  publications  and  changes 
to  existing  publications  is  done  through  the  work 
center  supervisor  briefings  using  the  monthly  list- 
ing of  revised  technical  and  basic  management 
publications.  The  work  center  supervisor  is  respon- 
sible for  briefing  personnel  on  new  or  revised  publi- 
cations that  apply  to  their  work  center. 
5-5.  Imagery  Processing  (IP)  Training.  The  OIC 
of  the  IP  unit  establishes  a  comprehensive  profi- 
ciency training  program  for  all  personnel  on  each 
piece  of  equipment  that  applies  to  their  AFSCs. 
This  program  must  be  designed  to  train  newly  as- 
signed personnel  and  to  provide  recertification  of 
operators  on  an  annual  basis.  To  rate  the  training 
program,  written  tests  or  practical  exercises  are  ad- 
ministered, and  results  are  closely  monitored.  Most 
items  of  major  equipment  found  in  the  PPIF  are 
common,  to  all  photo  reconnaissance  laboratories. 
Operation  manuals  are  readily  available  for  such 
equipment  and  provide  excellent  background  for 
training  programs.  Due  to  variations  in  installation 
required  by  the  PPIF  shelters,  TOs  are  required  for 
all  operations  and  training. 
5-6.  Imagery  Interpretation  (II)  Training.  A 
training  program  is  set  up  by  the  II  officer,  accord- 
ing to  command  directives,  to  make  sure  that  as- 
signed personnel  maintain  a  high  level  of  job  profi- 
ciency. The  content,  depth,  emphasis  and  format  of 
the  training  is  decided  by  the  individual's  current 
duty  assignment,  skill  level  requirements,  and 
previous  experience.  Training  requirements  may  be 
fulfilled  through  either  self-study  sessions  or  formal 
lectures.  In  a  noncombat  situation,  specific  training 
days  should  be  designated  each  month  to  train  in 
various  aspects  of  the  interpretation  cycle.  This 
training  is  documented  according  to  command  and 
local  directives. 
a.  II  Keys.  Interpretation  keys  are  maintained 
according  to  mission  requirements.  They  have  the 
200  series  keys  or  the  joint  imagery  interpretation 
keys  structure  (JIIKS),  supplemented  by  locally  pro- 
duced keys,  as  required.  It  is  the  responsibility  of 
the  imagery  interpretation  officer  to  maintain  the 
necessary  keys  for  use  in  equipment  recognition  by 
interpretation  personnel. 
b.  Reports.  Training  on  imagery  interpretation 
reports  is  done  on  a  regular  basis  according  to  com- 
mand regulations,  mission  requirements,  and  pro- 
ficiency of  interpretation  personnel.  Knowledge  of
AFR  55-19 
5-3 
DIAM  57-5A  IPIR  format  and  command  reports  is 
required. 
5-7.  Operation  of  Emergency  and  Support 
Equipment.  Each  section  OIC  identifies  a  limited 
number  of  personnel  to  receive  training  in  the 
operation  of  equipment,  such  as  the  MB- 15  gen- 
erator. Generally,  all  maintenance  personnel,  as 
well  as  photo  processing  and  imagery  interpretation 
shift  supervisors,  must  be  fully  qualified  to  operate 
emergency  equipment;  the  training  is  the  respon- 
sibility of  the  maintenance  NCOIC.  Other  personnel 
are  used  for  emergency  reaction  conditions  only  and 
usually  are  not  required  to  perform  routine  opera- 
tional checks.  AF  Form  1098  is  used  to  certify 
qualification   or  authorization   of  individuals   to 
operate  AGE  and  to  perform  other  specific  func- 
tions, as  required  by  HQ  USAF,  MAJCOM,  and 
local  directives.  The  logistics  manager  authorizes, 
in  writing,  a  limited  number  of  qualified  personnel 
as  certifying  officials. 
5-8.  Evacuation  Plan.  An  emergency  evacuation 
plan  for  the  PPIF  must  be  devised  and  periodically 
exercised.  All  personnel  must  be  briefed  so  that 
they  are  aware  of  all  emergency  exits  in  the  facility. 
5-9.  Tactical  Exercises.  The  PPIF  must  be 
exercised  periodically  to  evaluate  its  capability  to 
satisfy  operational  readiness  inspection  (ORI)  cri- 
teria. For  a  realistic  evaluation  of  the  PPIFs  cap- 
ability, flying  operations  should  also  be  considered.
AFR  55-19 
6-1 
Chapter  6 
MOBILITY 
6-1.  General  Information.  The  PPIF  must  be 
maintained  in  a  high  state  of  readiness  to  ensure 
timely  and  adequate  support  of  contingency  plans. 
Each  PPEF  should  be  capable  of  mobilization  to 
meet  airlift  marshalling  times  required  by  local 
mobility  plans.  Reassembly  times  at  the  employ- 
ment base  may  vary  according  to  contingency  plan 
requirements  but  should  not  exceed  20  hours  to  re- 
assemble the  complete  facility  after  airlift  close  out. 
a.  Movement  Restrictions.  Noncombat  move- 
ment of  the  shelters  should  be  limited.  For  training 
exercises,  and  inspection,  movement  of  the  PPIF 
should  be  limited  to  a  portion  of  the  system  (13 
shelters  or  less)  and  the  frequency  should  not 
exceed  two  moves  a  year. 
b.  System  Configuration.  The  25-shelter  com- 
plex was  designed  to  support  a  tactical  reconnais- 
sance squadron  having  18  UE  aircraft.  One-half  of 
the  PPEF  complex  (13  shelters)  can  be  operated 
independently  without  loss  of  capability  except  in 
production  volume.  Smaller  functional  units  can  be 
deployed,  but  capabilities  become  limited  and  elec- 
tric and  utility  assembly  problems  may  arise.  Some 
of  the  shelters  are  capable  of  individual  operation  if 
electricity,  water,  and  other  support  functions  are 
provided.  (See  TO  10M1-2-5-11  for  independent 
operation  of  shelters  and  for  recommended  PPIF 
layouts). 
6-2.  Deployment  Preplanning.  The  primary 
consideration  for  deployment  preplanning  is  the 
mission  workload  expected  during  the  deployment. 
Duration  of  deployment  and  special  production  or 
reporting  requirements  also  must  be  considered. 
These  factors  are  dictated  by  contingency  and 
operations  plans,  and  could  easily  be  modified  by  a 
worid  situation  not  envisioned  in  these  plans.  Areas 
for  wmch  advance  action  can  be  taken  are  as  fol- 
lows: 
a.  Transportation.  The  PPIF  mobility  unit  must 
coordinate  with  the  squadron  mobility  section  to  ob- 
tain appropriate  vehicles  from  the  motor  pool 
(transportation  squadron).  These  vehicles  should  ar- 
rive in  the  squadron  as  soon  as  possible  after  no- 
tification of  deployment.  Only  vehicles  that  meet  lo- 
cal towing  requirements  are  used. 
b.  Predeployment  Site  Survey.  A  predeploy- 
ment  site  survey  by  personnel  knowledgeable  of 
PPIF  operations  and  requirements  is  recommended . 
This  survey  greatly  reduces  time  required  to  be- 
come operational  on  arrival  at  the  deployment  site. 
Items  to  be  surveyed  include: 
(1)  Utilities.  Availability  of  adequate  base  of 
commercial  electrical  power  must  be  determined. 
Water  and  drainage  outlets  available  to  the  selected 
site  must  be  evaluated.  Adequacy  of  existing  sew- 
age disposal  facilities  and  determination  of  the  re- 
quirement for  construction  of  a  holding  pond  or 
other  disposal  facility  to  handle  waste  materials 
must  be  checked. 
(2)  Security.  If  the  deployment  site  is  subject  to 
hostile  action,  a  determination  of  physical  security 
requirements  (fencing,  revetments,  etc.)  is  neces- 
sary. The  requirement  for  armed  guards  also  should 
be  determined. 
(3)  Communications.  Availability  and  adequa- 
cy of  communications  for  intelligence  reporting  and 
command  and  control  must  be  determined.  If  ade- 
quate communications  facilities  are  not  available, 
an  alternate  method  (courier  or  secure  voice)  must 
be  provided. 
(4)  Climatic  Conditions.  Extreme  climatic  con- 
ditions must  be  considered  to  make  sure  that  proper 
equipment  and  personal  gear  are  deployed.  Sub- 
freezing  conditions  require  additional  care  and 
maintenance  primarily  for  plumbing  and  heating. 
These  problems  can  be  reduced  if  the  facility  is 
placed  in  an  enclosure. 
6-3.  Mobility  Responsibilities: 
a.  The  PPIF  chief  has  overall  responsibility  for 
PPIF  mobility.  The  PPIF  chief  attends  deployment 
briefings  and  gathers  as  much  information  as  possi- 
ble concerning  the  deployment.  This  includes  infor- 
mation on  the  operations  order  of  plan  being  sup- 
ported, deployment  location,  anticipated  deploy- 
ment duration,  schedule  of  transport  of  the  facility, 
and  any  special  or  unique  requirements.  The  PPEF 
chief  requests  augmentation  of  personnel  or  equip- 
ment from  other  units  as  required  to  support  the  de- 
ployment. 
b.  The  NCOIC,  PPIF  support  section  reviews  all 
procedures  and  checklists  for  accuracy,  complete- 
ness and  compliance  with  directives;  coordinates  ac- 
tions of  deployment  activities;  and  resolves 
problems. 
c.  The  mobility  NCOIC  develops  mobility  proce- 
dures and  checklists  for  unique  operational  require- 
ments according  to  TOs,  and  wing  and  squadron 
mobility  plans;  coordinates  with  the  wing  and 
squadron  mobility  officers;  makes  sure  that  all  per- 
sonnel are  trained  to  the  appropriate  proficiency 
level:  assigns  personnel  to  mobility  crews;  and  ad- 
vises the  NCOIC,  PPIF  support  section,  of  problem 
areas. 
d.  The  packing  and  mobilizing  team  chiefs  train 
all  personnel  assigned  to  their  team.  They  teach  as- 
signed personnel  to  use  checklists  and  TOs  for  pack-
6-2 
AFR  55-19 
ing  and  mobilizing  the  shelters.  The  team  chief  sees 
that  each  shelter  is  packed,  inspected,  and  mar- 
shalled on  time;  makes  sure  that  crews  have  the 
proper  tools  and  equipment  for  mobilizing  the  shel- 
ters; and  assigns  personnel  to  marshal!  pallets,  nest- 
ing boxes,  photo  supplies,  and  other  equipment. 
Team  chiefs  make  sure  that  appropriate  checklists 
and  TOs  are  available  and  used. 
e.  The  maintenance  NCOIC,  like  the  other  team 
chiefs  is  responsible  for  training,  and  mobilizing 
personnel.  He  or  she  also:  monitors  the  mobilization 
of  the  MB- 15  generators;  supervises  maintenance 
personnel  in  disconnecting  power  and  intercom 
cables  and  water,  drain,  and  air  lines;  and  makes 
sure  that  load  cables  and  load  transfer  units  are  in 
the  stake  trailers.  The  maintenance  NCOIC  helps 
other  teams  with  maintenance  problems  and  is  re- 
sponsible for  packing  and  mobilizing  the  FS-7  shel- 
ters. 
f.  Inspection  of  shelters  is  made  using  AF  Form 
2590,  Final  Inspector's  Checklist-Mobilization  of 
the  WS-430B.  This  inspection  is  conducted  before 
the  shelter  is  closed.  The  final  check  includes  in- 
specting mobilizers;  correcting  markings;  packing 
lists;  and  making  sure  shelters  are  clean,  locked, 
and  secure.  The  inspection  is  signed  off  on  AFTO 
Form  244.  If  possible,  the  NCOIC,  PPIF  support 
section  should  be  the  final  inspector. 
8-4.  PPIF  Facility  Setup.  Preparation  of  the 
employment  site  and  procedures  for  setting  up  the 
facility  are  in  TO  10M1-2-5-11. 
6-5.  Mobility  Exercises.  Actual  shelter  move- 
ment must  be  exercised  to  show  a  capability  of  proc- 
essing, printing,  titling,  and  interpretation  after  ar- 
rival of  the  initial  support  element. 
a.  At  least  once  a  year,  each  PPIF  must  be  tasked 
to  pack  their  initial  support  elements  according  to 
the  timing  criteria  in  their  existing  mobility  plans, 
and  then  move  them  to  some  selected  site  on  base. 
Once  all  shelters  and  equipment  have  been  mar- 
shalled and  assembled  at  the  flight  line  for  aircraft 
loading,  simulated  aircraft  down  times  should  be 
given  as  a  basis  for  the  time  criteria.  The  selected 
on-base  site  should  simulate  field  conditions  and  re- 
quire the  use  of  the  MB-15  generators  and  the  port- 
able water  tanks.  A  fire  hose  or  fire  truck  can  be 
used  to  fill  the  water  tanks,  but  personnel  must  dis- 
play the  capability  of  drawing  water  from  a  stream 
or  lake  by  assembling  the  water  pump  unit  and 
pumping  water  from  the  portable  water  tank. 
Actual  exercises  may  satisfy  this  requirement,  if  all 
stated  criteria  are  followed. 
b.  Complete  capability  should  be  shown  by  using 
either  an  actual  mission  or  previously  exposed  film. 
This  cycie  should  be  timed  from  receipt  of  film  to 
report  production  and  should  be  checked  for  qual- 
ity. To  adequately  test  the  system,  it  is  essential 
that  the  unit  achieve  this  capability  with  equipment 
that  has  been  processed  according  to  existing  mobil- 
ity procedures.
AFR  55-19 
7-1 
Chapter  7 
ENVIRONMENTAL  PROJECTION 
7-1.  Environmental    Protection   Policy.   AFR 
19-1  sets  up  Air  Force  policy  and  responsibilities 
for  the  Air  Force  environmental  protection  pro- 
grams. It  is  Air  Force  policy  to: 
(a)  Eliminate  or  control  environmental  pollutants 
from  Air  Force  operations,  with  the  overall  mission 
of  the  Air  Force. 
(b)  Comply  with  the  most  stringent  of  Federal, 
State,  and  local  laws,  regulations,  and  criteria  relat- 
ing to  environmental  quality. 
(c)  Use  municipal  or  regional  waste  collection  and 
treatment  systems  to  dispose  of  wastes  from  Air 
Force  facilities,  when  feasible. 
7-2.  Wastewater  Treatment.  If  a  processing 
laboratory  cannot  meet  a  sewer  code,  it  may  be  nec- 
essary to  separate  those  wastes  that  contain  the 
objectionable  materials.  They  must  be  given  special 
in-plant  trpatmpnt  to  conform  to  the  code  or  dis- 
posed of  in  some  other  manner.  The  responsible  Air 
Force  Medical  Service  bioenvironmental  engineer 
should  be  consulted  for  help. 
7-3.  Air  Pollution  From  Film  Incineration. 
Federal  Government  operations  are  subject  to  the 
most  stringent  of  the  Federal,  State,  or  local  air 
pollution  control  standards  for  the  area.  The  appli- 
cable Federal  standards  are  given  in  the  current 
code  of  federal  regulations,  title  40,  part  76.  The 
code  requires  that  Him  be  burned  only  in  incinera- 
tors designed  for  that  purpose  and  that  certain  vis- 
ual and  gravimetric  effluent  standards  be  met. 
Open  burning  of  film  is  not  allowed. 
7-4.  Silver  Recovery.  Silver  recovery  is  essential 
for  both  economic  and  environmental  protection 
reasons.  The  silver  recovery  program  and  proce- 
dures are  in  AFR  400-14  and  TO  10-1-25. 
BY  ORDER  OF  THE  SECRETARY  OF  THE  AIR  FORCE 
OFFICIAL 
LEW  ALLEN,  JR.,  General,  USAF 
Chief  ofStaff 
VAN  L.  CRAWFORD,  JR.,  Colonel,  USAF 
Director  of  Administration 
SUMMARY  OF  CHANGES 
This  revision  expands  the  scope  of  WS-430B  management  to  include  similar  equipment  supporting  tactical 
reconnaissance  operations  (chap.  1,  para  l-2b).  Detailed  system  description  (chap.  2)  is  revised,  WS-430B 
changed  to  "PPIF,"  logistical  responsibilities  deferred  to  each  MAJCOM  (chap.  4)  and  environmental  pollu- 
tion figures  deleted.
AFR  55-19 
Attachment  1 
ABBREVIATIONS 
AFM 
Air  Force  Manual 
MTT 
AFR 
Air  Force  Regulation 
NCOIC 
AFSC 
Air  Force  Specialty  Code 
NORM 
AFTO 
Air  Force  Technical  Order 
NORS 
AGE 
Aerospace  Ground  Equipment 
OIC 
AWP 
Awaiting  Parts 
• 
CA/CRL 
Custodian    Authorization/Custody    Receipt 
OJT 
Listing 
ON 
CRS 
Component  Repair  Squadron 
ORI 
DE 
Civil  Engineer 
PC 
D1AM 
Defense  Intelligence  Agency  Manual 
PIC 
DIFM 
Due  In  For  Maintenance 
PMEL 
DO 
Deputy  Commander  for  Operations 
PPIF 
EEI 
Essential  Element  of  Information 
EMO 
Equipment  Management  Office 
QA 
EMS 
Equipment  Maintenance  Squadron 
RADAREXREP 
FTD 
Field  Training  Detachment 
RECCEXREP 
II 
Imagery  Interpretation 
IN 
Intelligence.  Chief  of  Intelligence 
SLR/SAR 
IP 
Imagery  Processing 
IRAN 
Inspection  and  Repair  as  Needed 
STS 
JIIKS 
Joint  Imagery  Interpretation  Keys  Structure 
TA 
JPG 
Job  Proficiency  Guide 
TCTO 
LG 
Deputy  Commander  for  Logistics 
TIPI 
MDC 
Maintenance  Data  Collection 
TO 
MICAP 
Mission  Capability 
MSL 
Manpower  Source  List 
A-l 
Mobile  Training  Team 
Noncommissioned  Officer  in  Charge 
Not  Operationally  Ready— Maintenance 
Not  Operationally  Ready— Supply 
Operating  Instruction 
Officer  in  Charge 
On-the-Job  Training 
Original  Negative  film 
Operationally  Ready  Inspection 
Production  Control 
Photo  Interpretation  Console 
Precision  Measuring  Equipment  Laboratory 
Photographic  Processing  and  Interpretation 
Facility 
Quality  Assurance 
Radar  Exploitation  Report 
Reconnaissance     Exploitation     Report. 
HOTPHOTOREP 
Side   Looking   Radar,   Synthetic   Aperture 
Radar 
Specialty  Training  Standard 
Table  of  Allowae  ce 
Time  Compliance  Technical  Order 
Tactical    Information    Processing   and    In- 
terpretation 
Technical  Order
A-2 
AFR  55- 19       Attachment  2 
JOB  PROFICIENCY  GUIDE 
This  attachment  is  a  general  job  proficiency  guide  for  WS-430B  mobilization  and  applies  to  all  assigned  personnel. 
Primary  AFSCs  involved  are  206X0,  233XX.  404X0,  543X0,  545X0,  and  552X5.  AF  Form  797,  Job  Proficiency 
Sheet,  is  recommended  for  recording  individual  mobility  training  for  the  WS-430B. 
PARA  NUMBER        TASKS/STUDY  REFERENCE 
Mobilizers/TO  36A 11-22-14-1: 
2  Primary  Components 
9  Operation 
9  Operation 
SKILL  LEVEL      PROF  LEVEL' 
3/5/7 
5/7 
FS-6A  Photo  Sensitized  Material  Storage  Shelter/TO  10M 1-8-2-1: 
Utilization 
Preparation  for  Use 
Preparation  for  Use 
Preparation  for  Transport 
Preparation  for  Transport 
Freezer  Operation 
Freezer  Operation 
1-3 
3-1 
3-1 
3-11 
3-11 
4-14 
4-14 
FS-7A  Maintenance  Shelter/TO  10M1-5-3-I: 
1-3  Utilization 
3-1  Preparation  for  Use 
3-1  Preparation  for  Use 
3-18  Preparation  for  Transport 
3-18  Preparation  for  Transport 
ES-57B  Printing  Shelter/TO  10M 1-3-8-11,  Series  1: 
1-3  Utilization 
3-1  to  3-4  Preparation  for  Use 
3-1  to  3-14  Preparation  for  Use 
3-18  to  3-22  Preparation  for  Transport 
3-18  to  3-22  Preparation  for  Transport 
3/5/7 
5/7 
5/7 
5/7 
3/5/7 
5/7 
5/7 
3/5/7 
5/7 
5/7 
ES-73A  Continuous  Printing  Series  III  Shelter/TO  10M 1-3-10-1: 
1-3 
3-3  to  3-5 
3-3  to  3-9 
3-10  to  3-13 
3-10  to  3-16 
Utilization 
Preparation  for  Use 
Preparation  for  Use 
Preparation  for  Transport 
Preparation  for  Transport 
3/5/7 
5/7 
^ 
j 
ES-63A  Film  Title  and  Cleaning  Shelter/TO  10M 1-10-2-1: 
1-3  Utilization 
3-3  to  3-13  Preparation  for  Use 
3-3  to  3-20  Preparation  for  Use 
3-22  to  3-24  Preparation  for  Transport 
3-22  to  3-25  Preparation  for  Transport 
ES-65A  Chemical  Mix  Distribution  Shelter/TO  10MI-9-2-1 
1-3 
3-5  to  3-9 
3-5  to  3-12 
3-15  to  3-23 
3-15  to  3-23 
Utilization 
Preparation  for  Use 
Preparation  for  Use 
Preparation  for  Transport 
Preparation  for  Transport 
ES-58B  Printing  Scries  II  Shelter/TO  10M 1-3-9-11: 
1-3  Utilization 
3-7  to  3-18        Preparation  for  Use 
5/7 
3/5/7 
5/7 
5/7 
3/5/7 
5/7 
5/7 
3/5/7 
C 
2b 
3c 
B 
2b 
3c 
2b 
3c 
2b 
3c 
2b 
2b 
3c 
2b 
3c 
2b 
2b 
3c 
2b 
3c 
B 
2b 
3c 
2b 
3c 
B 
2b 
3c 
2b 
3c 
B 
2b 
3c 
2b 
3c 
B 
2b
AFR  55- 19       Attachment  2 
3-7  to  3-18  Preparation  for  Use  5/7  3c 
3-20  to  3-28  Preparation  for  Transport  3  2b 
3-20  to  3-28  Preparation  for  Transport  5/7  3c 
ES-59A  Continuous  Processing  Shelter/TO  10M 1-2-6-1: 
1-3  Utilization  3/5/7  B 
3-4  to  3-12  Preparation  for  Use  3  2b 
3-4  to  3-16  Preparation  for  Use  5/7  3c 
3-18  to  3-26  Preparation  for  Transport  3  2b 
3-18  to  3-26  Preparation  for  Transport  5/7  3c 
ES-64A  Imagery  Interpretation  Shelter/TO  !0M  1-7-3-1: 
1-3  Utilization  3/5/7  B 
3-4  to  3-20  Preparation  for  Use  3  2b 
3-4  to  3-20  Preparation  for  Use  5/7  3c 
3-22  to  3-28  Preparation  for  Transport  3  2b 
3-22  to  3-30  Preparation  for  Transport  5/7  3c 
ES-60B  and  ES-61B  Final  Edit  and  Inspection  Shelters/TO  10M 1-6-2-11: 
1-3  Utilization  3/5/7  B 
3-6  to  3-12  Preparation  for  Use  3  2b 
3-6  to  3-15  Preparation  for  Use  5/7  3c 
3-17  to  3-25  Preparation  for  Transport  3  2b 
3-17  to  3-25  Preparation  for  Transport  5/7  3c 
It  is  not  necessary  for  an  enlisted  person  who  is  receiving  lateral  training  to  reach  full  proficiency  on  shelters  not  in  bis 
or  her  area  of  primary  responsibility.  A  23350,  for  instance,  must  reach  full  proficiency  on  the  ES-59  (Continuous 
Processing  Shelter),  but  3-level  proficiency  will  be  adequate  on  the  ES-64A  (Imagery  Interpretation  Shelter)  and  the 
FS-7A  (Maintenance  Shelter).
3'. 
H 
oH 
A-4 
AFR  55-19        Attachment  2 
SAMPLE    COPY 
JOS  PROFICIENCY  GUIDE  CONTINUATION  SHEET 
PAJKA- 
sjiapw 
NO. 
TASKS.  KNOWUOCES  AND  STUDT  ttfUttNCIS 
1    S*IU  I  J"*0", 
OATJ  OJT 
STARTED 
OATE  OJT 
COMPLETED 
THAJNEC 
INITIALS 
TXAJNEft 
INITIALS 
1-3 
Utilization:     ES-64A  Imagery  Interpre- 
tation Shelter/TO  10M1-7-3-1 
;b 
in 
D 
3-4 
to 
3-20 
Preparation  for  Use:    ES-64A  Interpre- 
tation Shelter/TO  10M1 -7-3-1 
2b 
3c 
1      4d 
! 
3-22 
to 
3-30 
Preparation  for  Transport:     ES-64A 
Imagery  Interpretation  Shelter/ 
TO  10M1 -7-3-1 
.2b_ 
4d 
• 
:::.:[ 
1-3 
Utilization:     ES-59A  Continuous 
Processing  Shelter/TO  10M1-2-6-1 
i     . 
A 
i 
'•      B 
1—  jB~ 
r      ■ 
3-4 
to 
3-16 
Preparation  for  Use:     ES-59A 
Continuous  Processing  Shelter/ 
TO  10M1 -2-6-1 
'      1. 
u 
._.  __   
  
•    - 
lb 
r            ^ 
2b 
3-18 
to 
3-26 
Preparation  for  Transport: .  ES-59A 
Continuous  Processing  Shelter/ 
TO  10M1 -2-6-1 
..'.  lb   v 
i 
--•■»•      '  ■■               r 
$    .2b    .             S 
i3b 
NOTE:     Only  two  types  of  shelters 
are  listed  to  show  differences 
in  proficiency  level  for 
shelters  in  an  individual's 
area  of  primary  responsibility 
and  shelters  on  which  he  has 
received  latev.  1  training. 
Proficiency  level  codes  entered 
are  for  example  only. 
i 
i 
i 
• 
■  -i 
t                        * 
j        I 
— ..  _ 
.._*_. 
— i — 
}    i 
oat 
;P«/STS  NUMKft 
20630/50/70 
MAC  MMStt 
i 
AF NOV  U 797