SACR  51-5 
VOLUME  II 
STRATEGIC  AIR  COMMAND  REGULATION 
FLYING  TRAINING 
ELECTRONIC  RECONNAISSANCE  TRAINING 
OPERATIONS 
4  FEBRUARY  1983 
DEPARTMENT  OF  THE  AIR  FORCE 
HEADQUARTERS  STRATEGIC  AIR  COMMAND
DEPARTMENT  OFTHH  AIR  FORCE 
Headquarters  Strategic  Air  Command 
Offutt  Air  Force  Base  NE  681  1.3 
SAC  REGULATION  r>l-5,  VOL  II 
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Flying  Training 
ELECTRONIC  RECONNAISSANCE  TRAINING  OPERATIONS 
This  volume  establishes  the  procedures  for  accomplishment  of sjh-viJic  Electronic  IntclligcncetEIJNT)  training  items 
required  by  SACM  51-135  It  applies  to  units  equipped  uiih  designated  RC  V.i5M:  if/  V/  W'S  aircraft  and  (he  544th 
Strategic  Intelligence  Wing. 
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Objective    1-2  i-i 
Terms  Explained         • 
  1-3  \.\ 
Initial  Qualification  Training    1-4  '  \.\ 
Mission  Qualification  Training    1-5  1-1 
Specific  Difference  Qualification  Requirements        1-6  1-2 
instructor  Qualification       
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Currency    \.g  \.2 
Training  Missions      
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Standards    1-10  1-3 
Wing  Directed  Training       
  1-11  i-3 
Wing  Electronic  Warfare  Panel    1-12  1-3 
Responsibilities       
  1-13  1-4 
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Objective      2-2  2-1. 
Responsibilities    2-3  2-1 
Initial  Qualification  Training   .2-4  2-1 
Instructor  Qualification       
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Mission  Qualification    2-6  2-1 
Training  Missions    2-7  2-2 
Mission  Critique  and  Evaluation    2-8  2-2 
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1-1.  SCOPE. 
These  provisions  npply  to  RC-135  M/U/V/W  series  RAVEN  training  activities.  Procedures  contained  herein  are  in 
support  of  AFR  60-1,  SACM  51-135,  SACR  60-4.  and  Unit  Mission  Tasking  Requirements.  For  the  purpose  of  training 
and  qualification,  the  following  are  considered  separate  positions  on  RC-135V/W  model  aircraft: 
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RAVEN  1 
RAVEN  1 
RAVEN  2 
RAVEN  2 
RAVEN  3 
Block  I 
Block  III- 
Block  I 
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Block  III 
(Considered  the  same  position  on  Block  I  and  Block  III  aircraft.) 
Once  initially  qualified,  a  RAVEN  1  may  be  equipment  difference  certified  in  the  other  RAVEN  1  position.  For  a 
RAVEN  1 .  qualification  in  a  RAVEN  2  or  RAVEN  3  position  will  require  a  separate  check.  Once  initially  qualified,  a 
RAVEN  2  may  be  equipment  difference  certified  in  either  the  other  RAVEN  2  position  and/or  the  RAVEN  3  position. 
For  a  RAVEN  2,  qualification  in  a  RAVEN  1  position  will  require  a  separate  check.  Once  initially  qualified,  a  RAVEN 
3  may  be  equipment  difference  certified  in  either  or  both  RAVEN  2  positions.  For  a  RAVEN  3,  qualification  in  a 
RAVEN  1  position  will  require  a  separate  check.  A  person  holding  multiple  position  currency  on  RC-135  series  aircraft 
may  receive  his  annual  check  in  any  position  for  which  he  is  certified.  Difference  training  between  RC-135 
Mission/Series  Aircraft,  except  V  to  W  or  W.to  V,  will  require  an  inflight  SACR  60-4  evaluation.  To  determine  overall 
qualification,  the  evaluatee  will  be  required  to  demonstrate  proficiency  and/or  accomplish  an  oral  examination  in  the 
other  positions.  . 
1-2.  OBJECTIVE. 
The  objective  is  to  provide  reconnaissance  training  operations  that  will  produce  RAVENs  fully  qualified  to  fulfill  the 
unit  mission.  This  chapter  gives  specific  definition  to  SACM  51-135  concepts  and  prescribes  procedures  that  will 
ensure  RAVENs  become  mission  qualified  in  a  timely  manner.  It  provides  for  continuation  training  responsive  to 
mission  tasking  and  changing  reconnaissance  equipment.  It  assures  that  quality  control  and  standardization  of 
electronic  reconnaissance  operations  are  maintained  throughout  training  and  operational  mission  activity.  All 
training  is  conducted  in  unit  Portions  of  instructor  academics  may  be  completed  at  CFIC. 
1-3.  TERMS  EXPLAINED: 
a.  AEELS..  Automatic  ELINT.  Emitter  Location-  System:     ....         .-_.•--.   
(f)  Block  I  -  One  computer  control  of  data  "collection  and  processing. 
(2)  Block  III  -  Multiple  computer  control  of  data  collection  with  enhanced  processing  capability. 
b.  CCCU.  Combat  Crew  Capabilities  and  Utilization  meeting. 
c.  ELINT.  Electronic  Intelligence.  .    •  .-,,.-, 
d    EWAP  Electronic  Warfare  Activity  Period.  The  basic  training  event  for  both  qualification  and  continuation 
training  as  defined  by  the  343  SRS/DOT  "EWAP  handout." 
e.  FQE.  Flight  Qualification  Evaluation.  A  proficiency,  flight  evaluation  under  the  provisions  of  SACR60-4  in  any 
Raven  position  in  which  the  individual  is  qualified  or  undergoing  training. 
f.  PARPRO.  Peacetime  Aerial  Reconnaissance  Program. 
g.  RAVEN.  Reconnaissance  Electronic  Warfare  Officer. 
h.  RTS.  Raven  Tasking  System. 
i.  WDE.  Wing  Directed  Event.  Training  specified  by  the  WEWP  under  the  continuation  training  concept  to  keep 
Ravens  updated  on  changes  in  equipment,  procedures,  and  tasking.  ,..-*.,..    ;  ;.  :7::     rj--.    . 
U WEWP.  Wing.El.ectrohic  Warfare  Panel,  A  working  group  composed  of  key  wingRayens  chaired  by;  the  Wing. 
Deputy  Commander  for  Operations.  - 
1-4.  INITIAL  QUALIFICATION  TRAINING. 
Initial  qualification  training  will  be  in  accordance  with  SACM  51-135and  343  SRS  Initial  Qualification  Lesson  Plans. 
Students  completing  initial  qualification  training  must  be  recommended  for  a  FQE  by  an  instructor  and  the  343 
SRS/DOT. 
1-5.  MISSION  QUALIFICATION  TRAINING: 
a.  Current  FQE. 
b.  Completion  o.  Mission  Qualification  requirements  of  SACM  Zl-lHiJ,  volume  III.
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1-6.  SPECIFIC  DIFFERENCE  QUALIFICATION  REQUIREMENTS: 
a.  Mission  Qualification  in  a  primary  position. 
b.  Recommendation  by  the  343  SRS/DO  to  the  WEWP  for  difference  training. 
c.  Selection  of  the  individual  by  the  WEWP  for  difference  training. 
d.  Approval  of  the  55  SRW/CC  at  the  monthly  CCCU  for  entry  into  difference  training. 
e.  Completion  of  SACM  51135  difference  training  requirements. 
f.  Notification  to.  the  WEWP  by.343SRS/  DOT  that  the  individual  is  capable  of  performing  the  unit  mission  in  the 
difference  position-.  (55SRW/DOOE  will  recommend  certification  for  unique  reconnaissance  equipment.) 
g.  Certification  by  the  WEWP  in  accordance  with  paragraph  I-13g(l). 
1-7.  INSTRUCTOR  QUALIFICATION. 
Specific  requirements  for  instructor  qualification  are: 
a.  Current  FQE. 
b.  Recommendation  by  the  343  SRS/DO  to  the  WEWP. 
c.  Selection  of  the  individual  by  the  WEWP  for  entry  into  Instructor  Training. 
d.  Approval  of  the  55  SRW'CC  at  the  monthly  CCCU  for  entry  into  Instructor  Training. 
e.  Recommendation  to  55  SRW/DOVE  from  343  SRS/DOT  for  an  Instructor  FQE. 
f.  Completion  of  SACM  51-135,  volume  V,.  requirements. 
g.  Written  designation  by  55  SRW/DO  as  an  instructor  by  aircraft  series  and  position(s).     • 
h.  Instructor  qualification  will  not  be  transferred  to  different  M/S  aircraft. 
1-8.  CURRENCY: 
a'.  Each  individual  must  fly  in  accordance  with  SACM  51-135  to  maintain  flight  currency. 
b.  Loss  of  flight  currency  requires  retraining  as  specified  in  SACM  51-135. 
c.  Each  individual  certified  in  a  particular  position  must  accomplish  an  EWAP  or  Instructor/Evaluator  activity  in 
that  position  every  90  days  to  maintain  position  currency. 
d.  Loss  of  position  currency  wilL  require  retraining  under  the  supervision  of  an  instructor.  Required  training  will  be 
determined  by  343  SRS/DOT.  (55SRW/DOOE  will  recommend  currency  requirements  for  unique  RECON  equipment. . 
e.  Loss  of  currency  in  one  position  will  not  result  in  loss  of  currency  in  another  position. 
f.  Instructors  qualified  in  more  than  one  position  who  lose  currency  in  a  position  may  continu        perform  instructor 
duties  in  the  pcsition(s)  in  which  they  remain  current. 
g.  No  position  activity  for  more  than  six. months  will  result  in  loss  of  certification  in  that  position, 
h.  Loss  of  position  certification  will  require  requalification. 
1-9.  TRAINING  MISSIONS: 
a.  The  EWAP  will  consist  of  training  activities  described  below  and  additional  requirements  deemed  necessary  by 
343  SRS/DOT  to  satisfy  requirements  of  the  unit  mission. 
(U  Criteria:    .  .  ,_    .      .  . 
(a)  A  minimum  of  60  minutes  planned  on  watch  completing  equipment  operation  or 
(b)  Specific  equipment  operation  as  approved  by  343  SRS/DOT  prior  to  flight. 
(2)  Required  Procedures: 
..-  (a)'  Sr^culc 'requirements- are  outlined  in  the  inflight  objectives  for  the  EWAP  for  each  individual  crew  position. 
[1|  RaVen  1  AEELS  Operator.  Operates  the  A£EIi>  to  provide  data  in  support  of  mission  tasking. 
Coordinates  signal  analysis  with  other  operators. 
[2]  Raven  2  ELINT  Coordinator.  Coordinates  collection  activities  in  support  of  mission  tasking.  Aids  the 
manual  and  AEELS  operators  in  searching  for  tasked  signals.  Performs  technical  analysis  as  required  by  mission 
tasking. 
f3|  Raven  3  Technical  Processing  Specialist.  Searches  for  tasked  signals  and  performs  technical  analysis  as 
required  by  mission  tasking.
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(b)  RC-135U  Ravens.  Search  for  briefed  priority  signals  and  perform  recordings  and  complete  technical 
analysis,  including  n  DF  fix  if  within  the  capability  of  the  DF  system.  Precision  power  measurements,  RF,  PW,  and 
PRI  measurements  are  considered  first  priority  unless  specifically  briefed  otherwise.  All  crew  members  will  complete 
necessary  recordings,  logs,  and  photos  as  required,  to  satisfy  mission  requirements.  The  Tactical  Coordinator  will  be 
responsible  for  assigning  additional  specific  tasking  to  crew  members  to  satisfy  mission  requirements. 
(c)  RC-135M  Raven.  Searches  for  tasked  signals  and  performs  a  complete  analysis  which  includes  a  recording 
and  a  DF  fix  if  equipment  permits.  RF,  PW,  and  PRF  measurements  are  considered  first  priority  unless  specifically 
briefed  otherwise.  Specific  requirements  are  outlined  in  unit  directives. 
• ..-;  b.  General.Training  Information: . 
•••'..  (1)  Instructors  may  receive  credit  for  an  EWAP-if  their" student's  activity  satisfies  EWAP  requirements...; '■".'  " 
(2)  Signals  chosen  for  training  mission  tasking  must  be  selected  from  a  published  Elint  Parameter  List. 
(3)  Plan  training  mission'to  ensure  effective  use  of  available  flight  time.  '       ' 
1-10.  STANDARDS: 
a.  Accuracy  Standards.  Accuracy  standards  are  established  in  this  paragraph  as  a  guide  to  monitoring  crew 
proficiency  in  reconnaissance  activities. 
'  b.  Operator  Logs.  Complete  logs  according  to  published  log  instructions.  Logs  must  be  legible  and  must  contain  . 
required  entries  and  sufficient  remarks  to  permit  analysis  of  associated  mission  data. 
c.  Recordings.  Signal  recordings  will  be  in  accordance  with  mission  tasking  and  include  the  following: 
(1)  Be  annotated  with  (butnot  limited  to)  signal  number,  time.  Frequency  and  changes  in  controls  that  affect  the 
recording.  Pertinent  technical  remarks  that  may  assist  in  signal  analysis  are  encouraged. 
(2)  The  signal  of  interest  will  be  hacked  when  multiple  signals  are  present'.  .  '  •*  •  ..-• 
(3)  Contain  .a  readable  PRI/PRF,  scan  time/ rate. 
(4)  Contain  a  readable  pulse  shape  (U/V/W). 
(5)  Digital  recording  should  be  from  data  of  sufficient  quality  to  enable  post  mission  analysis  to  be  time 
indentified  (U/V/W). 
(6)  Spectrum  analyzer  recordings  must  have  oscilloscope  settings  annotated  (U  only). 
d.  Photography.  Required  acceptable  photography  will  consist  of: 
(1)  A  readable  wave'-shape.  . 
(2)  A  complete,  accurate  and  readable  data  chamber  (M  only). 
(3)  A  readable  graticule  and  reference  signal  (V/W  only). 
(4)  A  readable  graticule  (U  only). 
NOTE:       A  composite  of  several  exposures  may  be  used  to  satisfy  the  photography  requirement. 
e.  Pulse  Width  Measurement.  PW  measured  by  the  Raven  must  compare  within  plus  or  minus  20%  of  associated 
photography,  digital  data,  or  video  tape  readout. 
f.  PRP/PRF/PRI  Measurement.  Measurements  by  the  Raven  must  compare  within  plus  or  minus  10%  of 
digital  data,  audio  recording  or  photography. 
g.  DF  Bearings.  Evaluatee/student  bearing  must  agree  with  the  Evaluator/Instructor  bearing  within  plus  or 
minus  three  degrees. 
h.  Nontasked  Emissions.  When  a  Raven  recognizes  he  has  logged  or  recorded  a  nontasked  emission,  he  must 
annotate  the  log/or  tape  recording(s)  with  explanatory  remarks. 
1-11.  WING  DIRECTED  TRAINING. 
Blocks  of. academic  instruction  will  be  designed  and  established  by  the  WEWP  under  the  continuation  training 
concept  to  keep  Raven  crew  members  and  staff  updated  on- pertinent  changes.  This  continuation  training  will  be 
conducted  on  a  recurring  basis.  Staff  agancies  or  crew  members  will  assist  in  formulating  and  conducting  this 
training  as  directed  by  the  WEWP. 
1-12.  WING  ELECTRONIC  WARFARE  PANEL. 
The  WEWP  will  be  chaired  by  the  55  SRW/DO  and  will  consist  of  Raven  representatives  from  INV,  DOOE,  D05. 
DOVE  and  the  343  SRS.  The  55  SRW/D05  Raven  will  prepare  the  agenda  for  the  DO,  who  will  conduct  the  meetings  of 
the  Panel  and  publish  the  minutes.  When  the 55  SRW  DO  cannot  attend,  the  D05  Raven  will  chair  the  meeting.  Other 
staff  agencies  will  be  requested  to  attend  when  they  have  items  for  the  WEWP  or  when  requested  by  the  WEWP.  The 
WEWP  will  rruvt  at  least  oner,  monthly,  just  prior  t<>  the  pre-CCCU  meeting.
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1-13.  RESPONSIBILITIES: 
a.  HQ  SAC/DORO.  Reconnaissance  Operations  Division.  Monitors  SAC  ELINT/SIGNT7 special  purpose 
collection  activity  of  RC-135  aircraft.  Provides  real  time  operational  control  to  insure  successful  satisfaction  on  N'CA 
tasking.  Develops  employment  concepts  and  flight  plans  for  all  operational  missions.  Maintains  liaison  with  related 
agencies  to  review  mission  effectiveness,  equipment  capabilities  and  future  requirements  and  to  coordinate  necessary 
action.  Compiles  and  publishes  all  appropriate  RC-135  reconnaissance  operation  plans  and  orders. 
b.  HQ  SAC/DOTT.  Aircrew  Training  Division.  Develops,  directs,  and  supervises  all  tactical  aircrew/staff 
academic/ recurring  training  and  evaluation  programs;  monitors  1  CEVG  activities  for  training  trends;  establishes 
requirements  and  provides  technical  assistance  for  development  of  audio  visual  training  materials,  and  directs  the 
SAC  aircrew  instructor  "program.-  Determines  operating  procedures  and  prepares  related  regulations  and  manuals  for 
all  SAC  aircraft  and  is  the  final  approval  authority  for  publications- of  aircraft  tech  data.  Reviews  aircraft/incident . 
reports  and  advises  the  SAC  staff  of  training  actions  to  preclude  recurrences. 
c.  HQ  SAC/D08T.  Aircrew  Training  and  Tactics  Division.  Develops,  directs,  and  supervises  all 
C/EC/RC/KC-135,  E-4,  and  KC-10  aircrew/staff  training  and  evaluation  programs.  Determines  operating 
procedures/tactics  and  prepares  related  regulations  and  manuals  for  the  above  aircraft.  Final  approval  authority  of 
publications  of  aircraft  tech  data.  Responsible  for  reviewing  aircraft  accident  and  incident  reports  and  advising  the 
SAC  staff  of  training  actions  to  preclude  recurrence.  Directs  SAC  aircrew  instructor  programs  and  develops,  directs, 
and  supervises  aircrew  recurring  academic  training  trends.  Screens  candidates  for  CCTS  instructor  duty.  Review 
4235  STS  educational/training  products  for  technical  accuracy  and  adherence  with  command  policy. 
d.  HQ  SAC/INCS.  Reconnaissance  Support.  Division.  Manages  collection  tasking  levied  by  national  and 
DOD  agencies  on  SAC  reconnaissance  resources.  Coordinates  SAC  intelligence  support  to  the  Strategic 
Reconnaissance  Center  (SRC)  and  provides  flight  following  support  to  the  SRC.  Assists  in  mission  and  sensor 
planning  to  optimize  satisfaction  of  reconnaissance  objectives.  Establishes  standards  for  processing  exploitation , 
and  dissemination  of  intelligence  products  produced  by  SAC  reconnaissance  units.  Directs  the  activation  and 
operation  of  SAC  mobile  intelligence  processing  facilities,.  Acts  as  an  interface  between  the.  Defense  Intelligence 
Agency  and  SAC  for  the  processing  and  exploitation  and  requirements  for  specified  SAC  reconnaissance  missions 
and  provides  such  guidance  to  reconnaissance  units. 
e.  HQ  SAC  LGXR.  Reconnaissance  Division.  Single  point  of  contact  with  DCS/Logistics  for  all 
reconnaissance  matters.  Develops  logistics  annexes  and  appendices  for  reconnaissance  plans  to  meet  both  peacetime 
and  Emergency  War  Order  (EWO)  tasking.  Reviews,  evaluates,  and  provides  logistics  assistance  to  subordinate 
commands  about  specialized  reconnaissance  and  reconnaissance  support  aircraft  systems.  Determines  and 
evaluates  support,  facilities,  and  manpower  requirements  for  reconnaissance  aircraft  force  beddown.  Performs  staff 
visits  as  required  to  provide  assistance  and  maintain  close  headquarters  and  unit  liaison.  Provides  technical 
assistance  on  new  system  programs. 
f.  HQ  SAC/XPFR.  Reconnaissance  Division.  Responsible,  for  Headquarters  development/acquisition 
functions  for  future  reconnaissance  sytems  to  enhance  military  use  of  space  and  management  of, strategic  forces. 
Focal  point  and  Command  Program  Element  Monitor  to  implement  command  requirements  for  reconnaissance 
systems.  Monitors  technology,  analyzes  proposals,  and  evaluates  concepts  to  determine  technical  feasibility  and 
military  applicability/desirability  for  advanced  systems.  Maintains  liaison  with  military,  industry,  academic  and 
government  agencies  to  assure  cognizance  of  reconnaissance  systems,  developments,  and  studies.  Prepares  and 
submits  Statements  of  Operational  Need  (SON),  when  appropriate,  and  plans  for  the  time-phasing  and  integration  of 
new  systems  into  the  SAC  inventory.  Provides  SAC  membership  on  USAF,  AFSC,  and  AFLC  boards/committees  for 
system  evaluation,  source  selection,  engineering  inspection  and  configuration  control/modification.  Develops 
current  and  future  concepts  for  all  reconnaissance  systems,  their  associated  platforms,  sensor  packages,  processing 
facilities  and  dissemination  methods.  Programs  for  new  or  improved  reconnaissance  vehicles,  subsystems,  sensors, 
associated  processing  and  analysis/exploitation  systems.  •  '  . 
•  g.  Wing  Electronic  Warfare  Panel: 
(1)  Evaluates,  each  individual  recommended  for  mission/difference  qualification.  If  the  panel  determines- the 
individual  to  be  qualified,  it  will  certify  the  individual  mission  or  difference  qualified.  The  panel  has  the  responsibility 
to  decertify  any  individual  who  is  no  longer  mission/difference  qualified. 
(2)  Reviews  the  following  for  trends  that  may  indicate  deficiencies:  Feedback  reports  from  Forward  Operating 
Bases,  Flight  Evaluation  results,  and  the  Minutes  of  the  Stan/Eval  Review  Panel:  When  deficiencies  are  noted,  the 
WEWP  will. assign  corrective  action  to  the  appropriate  staff  agency.  •'•'•-': 
'•:>i:(3)  Reviews  the  results  of  operational  tactical  support  missions/exercises  vo  determine  tasking  effectiveness. 
Ensures  WDEs  accurately  reflect  operational  tasking  requirements. 
(4)  Ensures  that  reconnaissance  procedures  and  tactics  keep  pace  with  equipment  changes. 
(5)  Provides  a  forum  for  discussion  of  reconnaissance  related  matters. 
(6)  Monitors  and  recognizes  outstanding  individual/crew  professional  performance. 
h.  55  SRW/D05.  Instructional  Systems  Development  Division. 
(1)  Prepares  agenda  for  WEWP.
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(2)  Chaire  meeting  of  the  WEWP  when  the  DO  is  unable  to  attend. 
CJ)  Coordinates  and  publishes  U  -  Model  -  RTS. 
(4)  Coordinates  and  publishes  55  SRVVR  55-i.  volume  III. 
(5)  Coordinates  inputs  to  SACR  51-5,  volume  II. 
(6)  Ensures  Raven  training  programs  comply  with  Air  Force  ISD  policies  and  procedures. 
(7)  Provides,.assistance,  as  directed  by  the  WEWP,  in  support  of  the  Wing  Directed  Training  Program. 
.  L  55  SRW/INV.  Electronic  Intelligence  Branch: 
(1)  Conducts  an  ongoing  reviewofthe  resultsfof  opbrationaTmissfons.'Monitors  Raven  performancein  satisfying 
missiojx  tasking  and  reports  to  the  WEWP  any  deficiencies  in  crew  member  performance. 
/(2)  Monitors  the-,  results  of  tactical  support  exercises •  and  reports  them  to  the. WEWP.  Identifies  tasking, 
deficiencies  and  makes  recommendations  to  the  WEWP. 
(3)  Identifies  and  reports  to  the  WEWP  any  changes  in  tasking  and  reporting  requirements  which  impact  on 
current  operating  procedures. 
(4)  Reports  deficiencies  noted  in  the  training  program. 
(5)'  Provides  assistance  as  directed  by  the  WEWP  in  support  of  the  Wing  Directed  Training  Program. 
(6)  Provides  liaison  between  the  6949  ESS  and  the.WEWP. 
(7)  Coordinates  with. 544/SIW. to  provide  published  radar  parameter  lists. 
j.  55  SRW/DOGE,  Electronic  Warfare  Operations  Branch: 
(1)  Conducts  an  ongoing'review'of.the  results  6f  operational 
mission  tasking  and  reports  to  the  WEW  r*  -r-y  deficiencies  in  crew  member  performance  or  deficiencies/discrepancies 
in  equipment  operation  or  in  procedures  for  malfunction  analysis. 
(2)  Monitors  the  results  of  tactical  support  exercises,  and  reports  them  to  the  WEWP.  Identifies  procedural 
deficiencies  and  makes  recommendations  to  the  WEWP. 
(3)  Identifies  and  reports  to  the  WEWP  all  forecast  changes  in  reconnaissance  equipment.  Summarizes  the 
impact  of  these  changes  on  mission  tasking  and  recommends  procedural  changes,  as  required. 
(4)  Reports  deficiencies  noted  in  the  training  program. 
. .    (5).  Provide  assistance,  as  directed  by  the  WEWP,  in  support  of  the  Wing  Directed  Training  Program, 
(6)  Recommends  Ravens  for  Difference  Certification  in. unique  equipment  positions. 
<7)  Coordinates  new  logs  or  changes  to  logs  with  the  WEWP  and  the  544/SIW. 
(8)  Coordinate  and  maintain  operational  and  training  computer  programs. 
(9). Reviews  and  publishes  Raven  Operators  Guides.  . 
(10)  Maintains  aircraft  files  containing  Ziffers  and  Post  Mission  Reports  (PMR)  for  use  of  Wing  Staff  and  343  SRS 
Ravens. 
..  (11)  Maintains  T<aven  training  bags  and  classified  training  mission  materials. 
(12)  Accepts  clfcssified_ training  mission  materials  for  readout,  degaussing  and  destruction. 
k.  55  SRW/DOVE.  EW  Standardization/Evaluation  Branch: 
(1)  Monitors  the  Wing  Training  Program  arid  reports  any  deficiencies  noted  to  the  WEWP. 
(2)  Reports  to  the  WEWP  all  evaluation  activity  since  the  previous  meeting. 
1.  55  SRW'/DQTT.  Reconnaissance  Scheduling  Branch: 
(l).ScHedules  and  monitors  accomplishment  of  all  initial  qualification*  difference;  and  instructor  training 
requirements:  •  •.-•.■  :.    •         .-."-'. 
(2)  Schedules  and  monitors  accomplishment  of  all  continuation  training  and  the  Wing  Directed  Training 
Program. 
ro.  343  Strategic  Reconnaissance  Squadron: 
(1)  Operations  Officer  (343  SRS/DO). 
(a)  Reports  deficiencies  noted  in  the  training  program  to  the  WEWP. 
(b)  Interviews  crew  members  returning  from  the  Forward  Operating  Bases.
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(c)  Recommends  to  the  WEWP,  individuals  to  be  entered  into  difference/instructor  training. 
(2)  Training  Flight  (343  SRS/DOT). 
(a)  Develops  and  conducts  initial,  difference  and  requalification  training  program  as  directed  by  SACM  51-135. 
Ensures  individuals  recommended  for  mission  /difference  qualification  have  received  adequate  training. 
(b)  Recommends  individual  for  FQE. 
(c>  Incorporates  changes  in  equipment,  tasking  and  procedures  into  appropriate  lesson  plans. 
(d)  Publishes  and  maintains  an  adequate  supply  of  reconnaissance  logs. 
•  .:>.Vi  (e)  Performs-responsibilities  for  training  flight  specified  in  SACR  55-68._   •.".     ;,     ....  - 
n.  55  SRW/DOX.  Operations  Plans  Division: 
(1)  Notifies  DO  of  upcoming  revisions  to  the  EWO.  DO 'will  include  the  topic  on  the  WEWP  agenda. 
(2)  Attends  meetings,  when  required,  for  coordination  of  EWP  revision.. 
o.  544  SIW.  544  Strategic  Intelligence  Wing: 
(1)  Conducts  operational  mission  analysis  critiques  (MAC)  for  Ravens.  The  MAC  will  consist  of  a  review  of 
significant  previous  intercepts  by  that  crew,  ELINT  highlights  for  the  deployment  areas  and  an  orientation  for  new 
crew  members'. 
(2)  Advises  the  WEWP  of  significant  accomplishments/deficiencies.  Notification  will  be  made  through  55 
SRW/INV. 
p.  FOB.  Forward  Operating  Bases: 
(1)  Provide  liaison  between-.the  Jocal  Electronic  Security. Command  unit, and  the  WEWP.  - 
(2)  Provide  feedback  reports  on  crew  member  performance.  Contact  will  be  made  through  55  SRW/INV. 
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SACR  51-5.  VOL  II     A  February  1983  2-1 
CHAPTER  2 
RC-135S  ELECTRONIC  RECONNAISSANCE  TRAINING  OPERATIONS 
2-1.  SCOPE. 
This  chapter  applies  to  RC-135  electronic  warfare  training  operations.  The  provisionsofthischaptersupportAFR  60- 
1.  SACM  51135,  and  SACR  60-4  training  and  evaluation  requirements. 
2-2.  OBJECTIVE. 
Provide  effective  and  flexible  training  programs  which  will  produce  electronic  warfare  officers  qualified  to  perform 
the  unit  mission.  Ail  training  is  normally. conducted  in-unit.,. .  ..  ... 
2-3.  RESPONSIBILITIES:  "•'  "  .".'  
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.  a.  The  Electronic  Reconnaissance  Support  Branch  (6SW/DOTN)  monitors  all  electronic  warfare  officer  training 
programs.  DOTN  also-  monitors  the  quality  of  the  training  provided  under  the  OJT  program  for  enlisted  crew 
members  assigned  to  the  24  SRS  (AFSC  A328X3). 
b.  The  Standardization/Evaluation  Division  (6  SW/DOV)  monitors  che  quality  of  the  electronic  warfare  officer 
training  program  and  the  enlisted  OJT  program.  DOV  establishes  the  accuracy  standards  for  each  collection  system 
based  on  equipment  capability  and  mission  tasking  requirements.  These  standards  are  published  in  the  classified 
.  mission  tasking  folders.  ,-.....-• 
c.  The  mission  squadron  Training  Flight  (24  SRS/DOT)  administers  training  operations  in  accordance  with  the 
provisions  of  this  chapter  and  other  applicable  directives.  Flight  instructors  assigned  to  the  mission  squadron  will 
review,  revise,  and  maintain  the  qualification,  requalification,  difference,  and  instructor  upgrade  training  lesson 
plans  as  directed  by  the  training  flight.  Changes  to  the  lesson,  plans  will  be  coordinated  with  DOV  prior  to 
implementation.  ..-•-' 
2-4;  INITIAL  QUALIFICATION  TRAINING: 
a.  Qualification  training  is  accomplished  in  accordance  with  the  provisions  of  SACM  51-135,  24  SRS  Academic 
Training  Qualification  lesson  plans  (Course  A-26),  and  24  SRS  Raven  Flight  Lesson  Plans. 
b.  Qualification  students  will.be  scheduled  for  a  SACR  60-4  flight  evaluation  after: 
(1)  Completion  of  all  academic  and  flight  training  requirements. 
(2)  Recommendation  for  evaluation  by  a  flight  instructor. 
(3)  Review  of  the  student  training  folder  by  24  SRS/DOT.       -  .        . 
v-    c.  24  SRS/DOT  will  notify  DOV  and  the  24  SRS/DO  when  the  student-has  completed  training  and  is  recommended 
for  flight  evaluation.  Notification  is  not  required  to  be  in  writing.--  •  •  !•        ••  *      -•'." 
d.  Every  effort  will  be  made  to  administer  the  initial  qualification  evaluation  in  flight.  However,  flight  evaluations 
may  be  administered  during  a  ground  Period  of  Interest  (POI),  using  the  G-1325  simulator,  if  available.  If  the 
simulator  is  not  available,  injected  signals  from  the  maintenance  station  may  be  used  to  simulate  the  electronic 
environment.  For  ground  administered  checks,  a  full  mission  profile  must  be  simulated. 
e.  DOTN  will  be  the  certifying  official  for  initial  qualification  reconnaissance  crew  members  who  have  had 
factory /con  tractor  training  for  new  mission  aircraft/reconnaissance  positions. 
2-5,  INSTRUCTOR  QUALIFICATION: 
a.  Instructor  candidates  will. meet  the  prerequisites  established  in  SACM  51-135,  volume  V,  for  selection  as  a 
candidate,  or  be  granted  a  waiver  as  provided  in  SACM  51-135,  volume  I. 
..  .b..  Recommendations  for  instructor  upgrade  will  be  presented  by  DOTN  at  the  monthly  Combat  Capabilities  Crew 
".  Utilization  and  Upgrade  Panel  (CCCU)  meetingl  On  approval  of  the  panel,  instructor  candidates'  wiUbe  entered  jnto- 
traihing.  .  -      '  •  .        - 
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c.  Instructor  candidates  will  complete  the  training  requirements  of  SACM  51-135,  volume  V,  and  the  24  SRS/DOT 
Electronic  Warfare  Officer  Instructor  Training  .Program.  Individuals  may  attend  the  Central  FJight  Instructor 
Course  (CFIC)  for  academic  training  only.  CFIO  graduates  will  complete  an  abbreviated  instructor  academic  course, 
xL  instructor  candidates 'will- be.scheduledfor  a  SACJR  60-4  flight  evaluation  in  accordance  with  paragraphs  2-4b\ 
and  c.       •' ""  .-•*,■•■•■?-.■-.'■-.•   -:-.  ■  .-w  •  .  j,  .;.■:.  ...-.:  -..■..,>  ;;.  .  :-  .-  ,_.      .-.    .,     -     '.-..,-.•■-      ••       '.  .  •■■.-. 
e.  On  successful  completion  of  the  instructor  qualification  flight  evaluation,  the  candidate  will  be  designated  a 
flight  instructor  in  accordance  with  SACM  51-135;  volume  V,  paragraph  1-6.  • 
f.  Initial  instructor  evaluations  will  be  conducted  consistent  with  tbe  provisions  of  paragraph  2-4d. 
2-6.  MISSION  QUALIFICATION.         ':        , 
Individuals  are  considered  mission  qualified  in  the  position  for  which  they  were  trained  upon  completion  of:
2-2  SACK.')l-"5.  VOL  II     A  February  11)83 
a.  SACR  60-4  Qualification  Evaluation. 
b.  Completion  of  Supplemental  Reconnaissance  Training  (Course  A-27).  j 
2-7.  TRAINING  MISSIONS: 
a.  Electronic   Warfare   Activity    Period   (EWAP).  The   EWAP  is  the  basic  event  for  qualification  and 
continuation  training.  Specific  criteria  are: 
(1)  At  least  one  orbit  and  data  run  will  be  completed. 
(2)  The  EWAP  will  be  scheduled  for  a  minimum  of  one  hour.  For  training  credit,  the  orbit/data  run  must  cover  a 
period  of  at  least  40  minutes.  '  •  ..-.         .     • 
(3)  An  EWAP  may  be  accomplished' using  either  manually  injected  signals  from  the  maintenance  station  to  : 
simulate  the  environment,  or  the  G-1325  simulator. 
(4)  The  G-1325  trainer  will  be  used  for  all  ground  activity  if  it  is  available.  Manually  injected  signals  will  be  used 
only  if  the  trainer  is  unavailable, 
(5)  EWAPs  conducted  during  a  simulated  ground  Period  of  Interest  (POI)  are  creditable  toward  qualification  and 
continuation  training  in  accordance  with  the  provisions  of  SACM  51-135. 
,  (6)  A  ground  POI  will  include  at  least  one  EWAP,  arid  will  be  scheduled  for  a  minimum  of  'J.  hours  to  permit 
simulation  of  a  full  mission  profile. 
(7)  For  qualification  training,  portions  of  the  mission  profile  may  be  shortened,  or  deleted,  to  accomplish  specific 
training  objectives. 
(8)  During  a  POI,  the  Tactical  Coordinator  will  coordinate  with  all  EW  officer  crew  positions  to  determine  target 
type  and  orientation. 
(9)  Recording  and  photography  may  be  simulated  to  preserve  equipment  life  and  stocks  of  tape  and  film,  provided 
training  objectives  aremet 
(10)  Every  effort  will  be  made  to  insure  maximum  realism  in  timing  and  crew  coordination. 
(11)  Training  scenarios  will  be  based  on  operational  events.- 
(12)  The  Tactical  Coordinator  is  the  final  authority  for  selection  and  modification  of  scenarios  to  be  used  for 
training,  and  will  insure  coordination  among  instructors  to  achieve  maximum  benefit  from  the  training. 
(13)  For  scheduled  SACR  60-4  evaluations,  the  evaluator  will  select  the  scenario(s).  For  no-notice  evaluations,  the 
planned  training  activity/scenarios  will  be  used.  Change  or  modification  of  the  scenario  by  the  evaluator  for  a  no- 
notice  check  is  not  authorized.  ... 
b.  General  Procedures: 
<1)  Plan  training  missions  to  insure  optimum  use  of  flight  time  consistent  with  operational  mission  profiles. 
(2)  Instructors  may  receive  credit  for  continuation  training  events  if  their  student's  activity  satisfies  the  event 
criteria. 
(3)  The  Tactical  Coordinator  will  determine  the  acceptability  of  degraded  equipment  for  creditability  of  training 
activities.  24  SRS/DOT  is  the  final  approval  authority  for  crediting  training  events. 
(4)  The  criteria  for  training  events  may  be  met  on  other  than  planned  training  sorties  (operational  flights, 
functional  flight  checks,  ferry  flights,  etch 
2-8.  MISSION  CRITIQUE  AND  EVALUATION: 
ar-Training  Missions.'  Following  each  training  micsion/(,round  POI,  the  Tactical  Coordinator  will  conduct  a 
crew  critique  in  accordance  with  SACR  50-12,  chapter  2. 
b.  Operational  Activity.  For  missions  on  which  diia  is  recorded,  the  on  site  analyst  reviews  the  tapes  and  logs. 
and  produces  the  "Quick  Look"  report.  A  "Feedback"  report  is  produced  following  full  analysis  of  the  collected 
mission -data.  These  reports  .will.be  reviewed  as  follows:  .:    ,.H       i.   ■/••>■  ;-   •.->•-    ., ..■; ...  .  ..",.-., 
'•;  •-  (l)-"Each  Tactical  Coordinator  will  review.each  reportfor  missions  flown  by  his  crew;  The  TC  reviews-  the  data 
reported  for  each  aircraft  system  to  determine  if  there  are  procedural  or  equipment  problems  requiring  corrective 
action. 
(2)  Each  operator  will  review  the  portions  of  the  reports  applicable  to  his  position. 
(3)  DOTN  and  a  representative  of  DOV  review  all  reports  to  identify  equipment  problems,  operator  errors,  and  J 
procedures  difficulties.  If  operator  deficiencies  are  identified,  24  SRS/DOT  will  prescribe  corrective  training  to 
eliminate  the  deficiency.  Procedural  difficulties  will  be  corrected  by  DOV.  Equipment  problems  are  identified  to  the 
appropriate  maintenance  activity  for  correction. 
j   Operator    deficiencies    identified    as    a    result    of    post-mission    analysis    will    be    induced    in    the 
Standardization/ Evaluation  trends  analysis  and  reported  in  the  quarterly  Stan/Eval  Review  Panel. 
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l*\   )*)  B.  L.  DAVIS 
       ^y  General,  USAF 
Ai^Jt/  Commander  in  Chief 
WILLIAM  O.  NATIONS,  Colonel,  USAF 
Director  of  Administration  •     .. 
SUMMARY  OF  CHANGES 
This  revision  includes  necessary  corrections;  and  additions/deletions  to  terms,  abbreviations,  and  responsibilities. 
The  volume  should  be  read  in  its  entirety  before  attempting  to  comply  with  the  directives  herein. 
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