BF-V5A-L Apr 21 IFF ENJJPT - DRAFT

AETC / ENJJPT Syllabus B / F-V5A-L
Flying Training
T-38C Euro-NATO Joint Jet

Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals
DRAFT - April 2021
Air Education and Training Command
Designed for AETC Course Use

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE AETC / ENJJPT Syllabus B / F-V5A-L
Headquarters Air Education and Training Command
JBSA-Randolph AFB TX 78150-4325 April 2021

This syllabus outlines the training for graduates of this course to achieve the proficiency specified in the course training
standards. It prescribes the content of the course, instructions to conduct the training, and the approximate time to
successfully complete the individual subjects or phases. Any training not specifically authorized in this syllabus or other
applicable AETC directives is prohibited without prior approval of the ENJJPT Steering Committee and this
headquarters. Forward recommended revisions of this publication to 19AF/DOU in accordance with AETCI 36-2605,
Flying Training Specialized Publications and to 80 OG/OGT in accordance with ENJJPT Steering Committee
Directive 63-1, Syllabus Administration. The next planned revision is April 2022.
OFFICIAL
CRAIG D WILLS ANDREAS HOPPE

Major General, USAF Brigadier General, GAF
Commander, 19th Air Force Chairman, ENJJPT Steering Committee
Supersedes AETC Syllabus B/F-V5A-L, April 2020

Pages: 123 6
OPR: 80 FTW/CC
POC: 80 OG/OGT (Lt Col Ben Zoeller, DSN 736-5618)
OCR: 19 AF/DOU
POC: Mr. Paul M. Trujillo, DSN 487-9649
Certified by: Col Gary J Eilers, 19 AF/DO
Editors: Mr. Jeffrey L. Roach, 80 OG/OGT
Accessibility: A .pdf file is available on the “AETC Flying Training Special Publications” Web site. Distribution:
Authorized to Department of Defense and U.S. companies under DoD contract for this course only.
Releasability: Access to this publication is restricted. Refer requests for this document to the OPR.
The current version of this syllabus is available through any Steering Committee member, any Senior National
Representative, and at the following Web sites:
https://sheppard.eis.aetc.af.mil/80FTW/OGV/default.aspx and https://trss3.randolph.af.mil/bookstore/
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Contents
Chapter Page
1 — Course Description .................................................................................................................................... 4
Section A — Course Description .................................................................................................................... 4
Section B — Flying Inventory ........................................................................................................................ 6
Section C — Device Training Inventory ........................................................................................................ 7
Section D — Academic Inventory .................................................................................................................. 8
Section E — Mission Support Inventory ....................................................................................................... 9
2 — Course Administration ........................................................................................................................... 10
Section A — Syllabus Management ............................................................................................................. 10
Section B — Training Management ............................................................................................................. 11
Section C — Course Conduct ....................................................................................................................... 18
Section D — Course Training Standards (CTS) ......................................................................................... 28
3 — Academic Training .................................................................................................................................. 58
Section A — General Instructions / Courseware ........................................................................................ 58
Section B — Academic Inventory ................................................................................................................ 59
4 — Pilot Flying Training ............................................................................................................................... 67
Section A — Pilot Device Training............................................................................................................... 67
Section B — Weapon System Trainer (WST) / Operational Flight Trainer (OFT) ................................ 69
Section C — General Instructions................................................................................................................ 78
Section D — Advanced Handling Characteristics ...................................................................................... 80
Section E — Basic Fighter Maneuvers (BFM — OB / DB / HB) ............................................................... 83
Section F — Air Combat Maneuvering (ACM) .......................................................................................... 95
Section G — Surface Attack ......................................................................................................................... 98
Section H — Surface Attack Tactics / Air Interdiction / Close-Air Support Operations ......................103
Section I — Transition Formation Training ............................................................................................. 108

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5 — General Instructions ...................................................................................................................................... 115
Section A — Prerequisites........................................................................................................................... 115

Section B — Bibliography ........................................................................................................................... 119
Section C — Glossary .................................................................................................................................. 120
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Summary of Changes
• Pg. 12: Added verbiage for ACM-2 X-ride single-ship and two-ship options.
• Pg. 13: Changed Formation Phase SNP limit to 2 in 5.b.(4). and table.
• Pg. 22: Added “Air Interdiction and Dynamic Targeting” with a “1” Standard to the WST/OFT Tasks
• Pg. 23: Changed Pilot Flying Task requirements to align w/ new 3-flight formation phase.
• Pg. 27: Guns Tracking Exercise removed and Heat-to-Guns demo pro changed to F-3.
• Pg. 58: Deleted diversity training
• Pg. 67: Returned AGEP section to Academics to ensure syllabus stop option.
• Pg. 67: Removed “OFT” from 1.c.
• Pg. 68: Added verbiage in 2.a. about WSTs being used to the max extent possible and about referencing individual
mission cards for sims requiring WSTs.
• Pg. 68: Added VR sim as a substitute option for CRM-4
• Pg. 68: Clarified that 1 inst. app. minimum only applies to actual simulators (optional for VR sims).
• Pg. 72: Removed OFT option from SB-1 mission card.
• Pg. 73: Removed OFT option from SB-2 mission card.
• Pg. 74: Removed OFT option from SACM-1 mission card.
• Pg. 76: Removed OFT option from SS-2 mission card. Added VR option
• Pg. 77: Removed OFT option from SS-3 mission card.
• Pg. 82: Added Penetration option to mission card H-1 Instrument procedures
• Pg. 103: Added VR sim option for CAS-1 if waived
• Pg. 107: Added SAT-2 as a pre-req for CAS-2 and changed wording in Special Instructions regarding low/medium
altitude options.
• Pg. 108: Changed Flying Inventory table to a 3-ride formation phase.
• Pg. 110: In 11.a., changed F-3 & F-4 to F-2 & F-3, respectively.
• Pg. 112: Removed Guns Tracking Exercise from F-1 mission card and replaced with Heat-to-Guns Exercise.
• Pg. 113: Merged former F-2 and F-3 mission cards into a single F-2 mission card.
• Pg. 114: Changed F-4 mission card to F-3.
• Pg. 116: Deleted F-4 from Track-A Transition Formation block.
• Pg. 117: Deleted F-4 from Track-B Transition Formation block.
• Pg. 118: Added SAT-2 as CAS-2 pre-req and deleted F-4 from Transition Formation block for Track-C.
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Course Description
Section A — Course Description
1. Title — T-38C Euro-NATO Joint Jet Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals.
2. Identifier — B / F-V5A-L
3. Objective — Graduate pilots with a basic understanding of fighter fundamentals. Emphasize developing wingman
fundamentals with solid Cockpit / Crew Resource Management skills. Commanders should graduate only those students
who have demonstrated the potential to complete fighter training in an increasingly complex environment. Students who
reach the limits of their ability in the tasks introduced in IFF should not continue in the fighter-training program.
4. General Description — This course is the transition course between USAF Specialized Undergraduate Pilot
Training (SUPT), Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT), or USAF T-38 Transition Course and formal fighter
training units (FTUs). The course provides three specialized training tracks based on follow-on training assignments:
a. Track A — F-22, F-15C
b. Track B — F-15E, F-16, F-18M, F-35, Eurofighter, Tornado (GAF), T-38 Adair
c. Track C — A-10
5. Location — 80 FTW, Sheppard AFB TX
6. Duration — 44 training days
a. 5 ground training
b. 39 flying training
7. Entry Prerequisites
a. IFF student pilots must be graduates of ENJJPT T-38C Track 3A, or T-38C SUPT, or the T-38C Conversion
course and not have previous pilot experience in fighter aircraft.
b. Graduates of T-38 SUPT, or the T-38C Conversion course require additional training specified in Chapter 4,
Section I. This does not apply to ENJJPT T-38 FAIPS.
c. SUPT / ENJJPT units ensure pilots have flown a T-38 front-seat sortie within 30 days of the IFF class start date.
Refer to Chapter 2, Section B, Para 2 for non-current students.
d. Successful centrifuge training for fighter aircrews IAW AFI 11-404 (US aircrews only).
e. Altitude chamber IAW AFI 11-403.
8. Status Upon Completion — Graduates are qualified to attend USAF or NATO fighter formal training courses.
a. Specifically, pilot graduates are proficient in all basic conversion, emergency, formation, and instrument tasks.
Depending on the flying track, pilots are also proficient in the following air-to-air and air-to-ground tasks:
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(1) Offensive BFM (OBFM) Tracks A and B
(2) Defensive BFM (DBFM) Tracks A, B, and C
(3) High Aspect BFM (HABFM) Track A
(4) Surface Attack (SA) Tracks B and C
(5) CAS Track C
9. Use of supplementary technology
The 80th Flying Training Wing is undergoing an assessment of the use of technology to supplement the delivery of
flight training. If the 80 FTW/CC and the student’s Senior National Representative agree that enhanced learning
delivery tools such as, but not limited to, immersive video content and virtual reality are capable of achieving learning
objectives more effectively than legacy academic events or simulator events, these new tools may be substituted as
the accepted learning delivery device and logged as complete in TIMS. The decision of the WG/CC and the
individual student’s SNR will be documented and the decision will take effect immediately for all future students of
that nation. If all SNRs approve this substitution, it will be incorporated in future syllabi through the normal syllabus
administration process. Training achieved through enhanced learning delivery tools will not be substituted for flying
syllabus events.
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Section B — Flying Inventory
1. Flying Training Summary
Track
Mission A (Air-Air) B (Dual Role) C (Air-Ground)
Student DS1 Student DS1 Student DS1
H-1 1.0 — 1.0 — 1.0 —

OB-1 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9
OB-2 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9
OB-3 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 — —
OB-4 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 — —
DB-1 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9
DB-2 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9
DB-3 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9
DB-4 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9
HB-1 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 — —
HB-2 0.9 — 0.9 — — —
HB-3 0.9 0.9 — — — —
S-1 — — 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9
S-2 — — 0.9 0.3 0.9 0.3
S-3 — — 0.9 0.3 0.9 0.3
S-4 — — 0.9 0.3 0.9 0.3
ACM-1 0.9 (2×0.9) — (0.9)2 — (2×0.9)2 — —
ACM-2 0.9 (2×0.9) — (0.9)2 — (2×0.9)2 — —
SAT-1 (Med) — — 1.0 1.0 (—)6 1.0 1.0 (—)6
SAT-2 (Low) — — — — 0.9 0.9
CAS-1 (Med) — — 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
CAS-2 (Low) — — — — 0.9 0.9
Total Hours 12.7 12.6 15.6 (17.4) 2
12.9 (11.9) (15.5)
6 2
13.8 11.0 (10.0)6
Total Sorties 14 14 17 (19)2 15 (14)6 (17)2 15 12 (11)6
SSR3 32.2 36.8 (35.65)6 (41.4)2 31.0 (29.9)6
Approximate SSR = 36.4 (35.8) (42.2)
3,4 6 5
Notes
1. Direct support (DS) sorties flown by IPs in support of student mission
2. With ACM option
3. Student Sortie Requirement (SSR) = Student Sorties + Direct Support + 15 percent refly
4. Assumes empirical student distribution of 20% A-track, 42% B-track (No ACM Option), 26% B-track (ACM Option), and 12% C-track
5. SSR for Non-ENJJPT (SUPT) graduates who have to complete Transition Formation Training.
6. With SAT-1 as Single Ship

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Section C — Device Training Inventory
1. Device Training Summary
A (Air-Air) B (Dual Role) C (Air-Ground)

WST/OFT
Mission Student Instructor Student Instructor Student Instructor
CRM-1 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3
SEP-1 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3
CRM-2 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3
CRM-3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3
CRM-4 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3
SB-1 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3
SB-2 1.3 (2.6)2 1.3 (2.6)2 1.3 (2.6)2
SACM-1 1.3 (3.9)1 (1.3)4 (3.9)1,4 — —
SS-1 — — 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3
SS-2 — — 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3
SS-3 (1.3)3 (1.3)3 — — — —
Total Hours 10.4 (11.7)3 14.3 (15.6)3 11.7 (13.0)4 13.9 (16.9)4 11.7 13.0
Total Events 5 8 (9)3 9 (10)4 9
Notes
1. A qualified squadron IP direct-supports the ACM simulator as the flight lead.
2. A qualified squadron IP or simulator IP direct-supports SB-2 as the flight lead.
3. F-22 Students only.
4. With ACM Option.
5. Additional 1 Simulator for 1.3 hours required for SF-1 if Transition Formation Training if required.
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Section D — Academic Inventory
1. Academic Training Summary
Course / Program Track — Hours

A (Air-Air) B (Dual Role) C (Air-Ground)
Life Support (LS)1,2 4.0 4.0 4.0
Specialized Training (ST) 11.0 14.0 12.0
Aerospace Physiology (AP) 3.0 3.0 3.0
Advanced Handling (AH) 2.0 2.0 2.0
Basic Fighter Maneuvers / Air Combat Maneuvering (AA) 16.0 16.0 12.0(14.0)3
Surface Attack (SA) — (15.5)4 15.5 15.5

Physical Conditioning Program5 24.0 24.0 24.0
Total Hours 6 60.0 (75.5)4 78.5 72.5 (74.5)3
Notes
1. Students who enter IFF with current life support training that extends through IFF graduation are not required to take
LS-1, 2, 3; Sheppard ENJJPT graduates who are current are not required to take LS-1,2,3,4,5.
2. Applicable equivalent Aircrew Flight Equipment Continuation Training and Code of Conduct Continuation Training
may be taught IAW AFI 11-301, Vol. 1, AETC Sup 1 and AFI 16-1301 (LL-01, LL-02, LL-06, LL-07, SS-01, SS-04,
SS-06) respectively to fulfill the requirements of LS-1 through LS-5. This training must have been completed at Sheppard
AFB and students must be current for this training (1-year currency) through their projected IFF graduation date.
3. High-aspect BFM lessons are optional for Track C students.
4. F-22 students must take Surface Attack (SA) academics.
5. Total hours based on 3 hours per week.
6. Additional 3.5 hours if Transition Formation Training if required.

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Section E — Mission Support Inventory
1. Mission Support Summary
Track
Mission A (Air-Air) B (Dual Role) C (Air-Ground)
Number Hours Number Hours Number Hours
Flight Briefing / Debriefing 28 50.4 34 (38)2 64.8 (68.4)2 33 59.4
WST/OFT Briefing/Debriefing 15 (17)1 15 (17)1 18 (20)2 18 (20.0)2 18 18.0
43 (45)1 65.4 (67.4)1 52 (58)2 86.4 (88.4)2

Total 3 51 77.4
Notes
1. F-22 Students only.
2. With ACM option.
3. Additional 10 briefings/debriefings for 16.4 hours required if Transition Formation Training if required.
2. Range Requirements Summary
Mission Class A Range (Hours)1 By Track

B (Dual Role) C (Air-to-Ground)
S-1 0.5 0.5
S-2 0.5 0.5
S-3 0.5 0.5
S-4 0.5 0.5
SAT-1 0.5 0.5
SAT-2 0.5
CAS-1 0.5 0.5
CAS-2 0.5
Total 3.0 4.0
Notes
1. A Class A range is desired but class B/C may be used.

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Course Administration
Section A — Syllabus Management
1. Syllabus Interpretation — This syllabus is approved by the ENJJPT Steering Committee in coordination with HQ
USAF/A3OT and HQ 19AF/DOU. It is directive and must be followed as written. If no clear syllabus guidance exists,
resolve the situation using the appropriate wing chain of command. If the logical course of action appears to conflict with
other directives, the OG/CC should contact the OCR at DSN 487-964919 AF/DOUE.
2. Syllabus Waiver — An approved syllabus waiver is required for any planned exception to the syllabus caused by
special or unusual circumstances. A waiver may be used to temporarily remove a requirement, but not to add a new
requirement. Permanent or blanket waivers are not authorized, but should be suggested as syllabus changes. The 80
OG/CC may approve waiver requests. Do not accomplish or omit any training requested in a waiver until notification of
approval. Maintain a permanent record of all approved waivers in the student’s training folder. Units will submit a bi-
monthly recap of all waivers to 19 AF/DOCJ at 19AF.CAF.TrainingIFF@us.af.mil.
3. Syllabus Deviation — A syllabus deviation is any unplanned variation from syllabus requirements such as
prerequisite flow, landing currency, or Task Proficiency Requirements. Document all syllabus deviations in the student’s
training folder and report deviation of any US student to 19 AF/DOCJ at 19AF.CAF.TrainingIFF@us.af.mil.
4. Omitted Training — Accomplish all syllabus-directed training unless a waiver request is approved. If a syllabus
deviation results in an omission of required training, the OG/CC determines if the omitted training can be accomplished
later in the syllabus flow without adversely affecting the quality of student training. Document OG/CC-directed corrective
actions, and the accomplishment of the omitted training in the student’s training folder.
5. Incomplete Training (USAF only) — Rated officers who voluntarily withdraw from this course meet a Flying
Evaluation Board (FEB), as directed by AFI 11-402 and AETC Sup 1 to AFI 11-402. While attending an AETC formal
training course, final FEB approval authority for active-duty rated officers is AETC/CC; AFRES rated officers, HQ
AFRC/CV; and ANG rated officers, NGB/CF.
6. Course Completion — To graduate from this course, students must successfully complete all training directed by
this syllabus. Students may not make up training at the follow-on unit without an approved syllabus waiver.
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Section B — Training Management
1. Fuel Conservation — AETC and ENJJPT are committed to fuel conservation and maximizing training value for
the command’s energy resource investment without compromising safety, air discipline, or negatively affecting the
quality of our pilot training product. Aircrews must manage aviation fuel as a limited and costly resource. Consider fuel
optimization throughout all aspects of mission planning and syllabus execution. Ensure ground operations (engine start
times / taxi routing) and flight profiles are optimized for efficient fuel use. Adhere closely to syllabus average sortie
durations (ASD). Do not exceed these flight times except for extenuating circumstances or to meet training objectives.
2. Training Requirements and Restrictions
a. Non-current Student Pilots — Students are required to have flown a T-38 front-seat sortie within 30 days of the
IFF class start date and should be current in the aircraft. If students arrive out of currency by 45 days or less, IFF
squadron commanders may authorize one T-38 transition sortie prior to the first syllabus flight. If a student is out of
currency by greater than 45 days, one sortie must be flown. This additional sortie follows an H-1 profile. Inform 19
AF/DOCJ in writing (message or email) if any student arrives out of currency. Additional sortie does not require a
waiver nor incurs a syllabus deviation.
b. Proficiency Advancement — Not authorized for this syllabus.
c. Break-in-Training Events
(1) If a student experiences an extended period without flying (in excess of 7 calendar days), the squadron
commander may authorize additional flying training prior to resuming the normal syllabus flow. If the break-in-
training is greater than 14 days, the squadron commander directs additional flying training. If a student’s next event
after an extended break in training (in excess of 7 days) is a simulator mission, the squadron commander may also
authorize additional device training. The same procedures apply for students who are disenrolled and subsequently
reinstated into training. The number and type of additional events are determined on an individual basis.
(2) Additional training events are identified by an “ADD” after the syllabus mission symbol (e.g., F-ADD or OB-
ADD) and are not counted against the course limit. The overall grade for these events is “No-Grade (NG).” ADD
events may only include previously accomplished tasks.
d. T-6/ FAIP Additional Sorties — The squadron commander may authorize up to 2 additional flying sorties for
T-6 FAIPs and IFF students whose assignment prior to IFF was a T-6 IP. These sorties may be authorized at any
time during the course and need not be flown consecutively.
3. Training Progression
a. Because this syllabus is designed for a student with average experience and ability, some students may require
more training to meet required performance standards for each module. In the event of a Student Non-Progression
event, schedule “X” sorties to provide additional training for students unable to demonstrate the required level of
proficiency within the programmed number of sorties (refer to paragraphs 5.a, b, and c this Section).
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b. Consider marginal students for special monitoring IAW guidelines for the Commander’s Awareness Program
(CAP) in AETCI 36-2605, Vol. 6. Also, refer to Commander’s Review Process in paragraph 6.d.
4. Regression Rules — After a student has demonstrated proficiency in mission items as required by the syllabus,
proficiency must be maintained in those items. Any event that fails to meet CTS after initial proficiency is achieved, to
include a dangerous event, counts as a regression (e.g. a grade of “0” on position/turns on OB-2 will not count as a
regression as initial proficiency has not yet been achieved). In the event that a student’s performance regresses during a
later mission, those tasks must be brought back to standards through additional ground instruction, an WST/OFT mission,
or inflight instruction on a subsequent syllabus sortie in the type of training (simulator or flying mission) that the
regression occurred in. In the event of double regression, refer to paragraph 5.c.
5. Student Non-Progression
a. Simulator Training
(1) “X” Simulator Missions — Students who fail to demonstrate proficiency in the simulator when required by
this syllabus must fly a sim “X” mission to correct the deficiency.
(2) Maximum Allowable Simulator Missions — After two failed simulators, fly a progress check in the simulator.
Any subsequently failed simulator sorties require a simulator progress check.
b. Flying Training
(1) No-Step SNP / Zero-Time Unsatisfactory — If a student fails to meet performance standards specified in the
CTS on a sortie in mission preparation or briefing (i.e. displays a clear lack of preparation for a mission), the student
may be assessed a Non-Effective Student Non-Progression (NE-SNP). Remove the student from the schedule and
ground for the rest of the day. Make an AF Form 4293 entry in the training folder. Flight Commanders counsel and
place students on Procedural CAP, if necessary. The next occurrence triggers a squadron commander directed
Progress Check ground evaluation.
(2) If a student fails to meet performance standards on the ground or airborne, the sortie may continue, based on
IP discretion. If a student performs an act dangerously (or IP intervention prevented a dangerous situation) the IP
may terminate the mission and return early. The squadron commander is the final authority on determining SNP
status on missions that are terminated early, and Zero-Time Busts.
(3) “X” Aircraft Sorties — If a student is unable to achieve the performance standards specified in the CTS on
the sortie where proficiency is required, the student normally flies an “X” sortie (or sorties) for additional training.
The profile should mirror that of the NE-SNP sortie to the maximum extent possible and emphasize the deficient
tasks. Label this sortie with an “X” suffix (e.g., DB-4X). The instructor is encouraged to use (when applicable)
additional training options (WST/OFT, briefings, academic instruction) to assist in correcting deficiencies prior to
an “X” sortie. For ACM-2 sorties only, if the ACM-2 flight was the last flight in the program, at the discretion of
the squadron commander, a single-ship or 2-ship “X” sortie may be flown to clean up unsatisfactory items not
specifically related to ACM or 3-ship operations (e.g. ground operations, pattern procedures, instrument approach,
etc.).
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(4) Maximum Allowable SNP Sorties — If a student fails to demonstrate performance to standards reaching the
allocated SNP sortie limit for any phase / any single module of training (in the chart below) or reaches a total of 4
SNP sorties (3 for Track A), schedule the student for a progress check. OG/CC may authorize additional SNP sorties
up to the course limit. The total course limit for Track B & C students is 5 SNP sorties. The total course limit for
Track A students is 4 SNP sorties. Students requiring the formation phase are allotted 2 3 SNP sorties that are not
included in any other phase or course total. Additional sorties beyond the course limit or after a failed progress check
require 80 OG/CC approval (19AF/DOU approval for USAF students). 80 OG/CC forwards all approved additional
sorties to 19AF/DOU.
Training Phase / Module SNP Sortie Limit

Track A Track B Track C
Formation * 2 3* 2 3* 2 3*
AHC Phase 2 2 2
BFM Phase (Total) 4 4 4
OB Module 3 3 2
DB Module 3 3 3
HB Module 3 2 N/A
ACM Phase 2 2 N/A
Surface Attack Phase N/A 2 3
SAT Phase N/A 2 2
CAS Phase N/A 2 2
Course Limit 4 5 5
Note: *applies to students who require additional training specified in Chapter 2, Section B. These SNP
sorties do not count against the overall maximum allowable SNP sorties.
c. Grade sheets
(1) Mark the grade sheet “NE-SNP” (Non-Effective / Student Non-progression) if a student fails to meet course
training standards when proficiency is required at the end of a phase / module.
(2) If a student fails to meet course training standards when proficiency is required and this item is not specific to
that sortie’s mission and can be evaluated on the next sortie, then the sortie may be graded “E-SNP” at the discretion
of the flight commander. For example, a student fails to meet proficiency in Formation Takeoff on the second attempt
but the rest of the sortie was up to standards. The grade sheet may be marked “E-SNP” and that item reevaluated on
the next mission.
(3) If the grade is NE-SNP, re-accomplish as an “X” sortie prior to another graded flight or simulator. Academic
tests can be accomplished before the “X” sortie.
(4) If, after proficiency is achieved, a student regresses on the same task(s) on two consecutive sorties mark the
grade sheet “NE-SNP” or “E-SNP.” If the double-regression item is not specific to that sortie’s mission and can be
evaluated on the next sortie, then the sortie may be graded “E-SNP” at the discretion of the flight commander. For
example, a student regresses on a non-BFM related item on OB-2 and OB-3. The OB-3 grade sheet may be marked
“E-SNP” and that item reevaluated on OB-4. A regression in a simulator and a following regression in the aircraft
(or vice versa) do not count as double regression.
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(5) If, after proficiency is achieved a student regresses on the same task 4 times total in the program, mark the
grade sheet “NE-SNP”. Each subsequent regression for that event beyond 4 will result in a NE-SNP.
6. Progress Check
a. Progress Check (PC). See AETCI 36-2605V6 for the purpose and definition of a Progress Check. Grade PC sorties
according the table below:
Result Overall Grade Status Recommendation
Fail “NG” NE-OTH Remove from training
Pass “NG” NE-OTH Additional training required (X/ADD sortie or simulator)
Pass IAW Sec C. para 2.d Effective Continue to next syllabus sortie
b. A PC may be directed any time at the discretion of the squadron commander or above. Commanders should
consider directing a progress check when the student exhibits consistent substandard performance or demonstrates
doubtful potential to complete IFF or FTU.
c. Recommended follow-on action upon completion of the PC may be continuation in the normal course of
training, additional training followed by another PC, or elimination from the course. The progress check includes an
assessment of the student’s basic flying skills and potential to complete both IFF and FTU. A squadron supervisor
flies progress checks. For each student from their country who requires a progress check, SNRs may designate (after
consultation with the OG/CC) which IFF squadron supervisor will fly as the check IP.
d. Progress Check Trigger Overview:
A Progress Check will be directed after:
• SQ/CC Direction
• Reaching Phase/ Module SNP Limit
• Failing an XX sortie
• 4th SNP in the course (B/C-Track), 3rd SNP in the course (A-Track)
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e. Commander’s Review Process
Progress Check Triggers Return

Progress
Pass to
• Refer to paragraphs 5.a(2), 5.b(4), and 6 Check
Fail
80 OG/CC Review Triggers

• Reaches course SNP sortie limit Flying 80 OG/CC
• SQ/CC determines if student has Review
potential to meet course requirements
80 OG/CC Notify
authorizes Yes 19AF/DOU
additional sortie(s)?
Refer to Sec. B,
para. 2 for
additional
No
training
guidance.
Eliminate IAW
Paragraph 7
7. Causes for Elimination
a. Academics — The squadron commander counsels students failing an academic examination. Students failing a
second examination are considered for elimination.
b. Flying — Remove students from training after reaching the SNP limit or after failed progress check.
c. Elimination procedures — Students failing to achieve the required training standards within the syllabus-allotted
sorties or training are considered for elimination. Elimination procedures for students is IAW AFI 11-402 and AFI
36-2110 (US only). Eliminate international pilots IAW ENJJPT Plan of Operations, Para 3.7.6. Refer to AFI 11-
402, AETC Sup 1 for administration procedures on elimination.
8. Mission Conduct
a. Mission Description — Review mission specifics (aircraft, crew, time, and prerequisites) and Special
Instructions (SPINS) for each sortie.
b. Specific Mission Tasks — The tasks listed on each mission are a recommended sequence for major task
accomplishment. Some of the subtasks are not in chronological sequence. The instructor may modify this sequence
to accomplish the mission objectives.
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c. Completed Tasks — After demonstration of proficiency on a given task, the student may perform the task on
any subsequent mission if the instructor briefs the task, and task completion does not replace a required mission task.
If a student has already demonstrated performance to standards on the tasks scheduled for a sortie, the instructor may
brief and the student may practice tasks for a subsequent sortie in the module or phase if the student has completed
prerequisite ground training for the new tasks.
d. Effective and Noneffective Missions — A mission is “effective” (E) if the mission does not need to be reflown.
A mission is “noneffective” (NE) if the mission must be reflown for any reason. In the event a student demonstrates
performance to standards on an exercise but the sortie is non-effective, the exercise is not required to be flown again
(IP should document this on the grade sheet).
e. Incomplete Missions — A mission is “incomplete” (INC) if the student is unable to complete all mission tasks.
If the unaccomplished tasks can be added to a subsequent mission without affecting subsequent mission training, the
mission may be considered “effective-incomplete” (E-INC). If the mission must be reflown, mark the grade sheet
“noneffective.”
f. Data Transfer Cartridge (DTC) — Pilots record all missions on the DTC. The flying squadron must establish
procedures to review DTC data and document performance.
g. Alternate Mission — Profiles must be specifically briefed and are limited to specific tasks and/or mission
profiles flown on a previous syllabus training sortie.
h. Flight Leadership — Students do not brief syllabus missions. This restriction does not prohibit a student from
briefing specific portions of the mission (e.g., low-level, range). The syllabus does not require the student to fly the
lead position for a specified period; however, Chap 4, Sec C. Para. 6 must apply. If the IP allows the student to lead
a portion of the sortie, the student does not become a designated flight lead. The IP retains lead of the flight and
overall responsibility for the conduct of the mission. Students are not graded on flight lead tasks.
i. Cockpit / Crew Resource Management (CRM) — Integrate CRM skills into flight briefings and debriefings
IAW AFI 11-290, Cockpit / Crew Resource Management Training Program and AETC supplement 1. Grade sheets
contain the following CRM grading items:
(1) Mission Analysis
(2) Communication
(3) Risk Management / Decision-Making
(4) Situational Awareness
(5) Task Management
(6) Flight Coordination / Wingman Consideration (graded on formation or tactical employment sorties)
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j. Sequence of Training — Ground and flying training should progress according to the course map. If flying
training varies because of uncontrollable factors, adjust academic and WST/OFT schedules to maintain the
relationship between the flying training and the associated ground training. In no case can flying training occur prior
to the related ground training. Document deviations IAW Ch 2 Sec A Para 3 of this syllabus.
k. Sequence of Tasks — Events / tasks listed in individual mission outlines and academic lesson outlines need not
be performed in the specific order listed, but all events / tasks must be completed.
l. Events Per Day — Students do not accomplish more than two events per day (aircraft / simulator). The flight
commander determines if an incomplete sortie counts against the student’s two events.
m. Instructor Responsibilities — The flight lead IP is responsible for the conduct of the mission (brief, lead, debrief)
and for prior coordination with the “IP of record” (when applicable). The IP of record retains overall responsibility
for the student’s training, ensures all mission tasks are thoroughly briefed, and completes the grade sheet. The IP of
record for each particular mission type will be specified in the 88 FTS Squadron Standards.
n. Flying Safety — Flying / ground safety awareness should be developed through capable supervision, thorough
instruction, and strict air and ground discipline. Vigorously emphasize safety during flight briefings, debriefings,
and safety briefings / meetings.
o. Emergency Procedures (EP) Training — Brief the EP of the day on each sortie.
p. Briefing Requirements — Flight mission briefings normally occur a minimum of 1½ hours prior to takeoff.
WST/OFT mission briefings normally occur 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time (15 minutes for SEP and
CRM missions). The instructor may make adjustments to provide quality training.
q. Additional Sorties — Additional sorties (granted for a break in training or as part of a commander’s review
process) provide opportunities for needed student training. Performance below CTS during additional sorties does
not count against the student. Double regression rules do not apply to ADD sorties. For example, if a student regresses
on OB-2 and then regresses on a subsequent ADD sortie, the student does not fail the ADD sortie. However, if the
student regresses on the same item on OB-3, then double regression rules apply because the student regressed on
OB-2 and OB-3. Furthermore, if a student regresses on an item during an ADD sortie and then regresses on the
following syllabus sortie, double regression rules do not apply (assuming the student did not regress on the sortie
prior to the ADD sortie.) Individual items on the grade sheet are graded and the overall grade is “No-Grade.” Items
graded below CTS (to include items graded dangerous) do not change the overall grade. Mark the grade sheet “NE-
OTH” (Non-Effective / Other). Regressions on ADD rides do not factor into the 4 regression rule from Section B,
para 5.c(4).
9. Airsickness — If a student was airsick during the flight and was unable to complete any mission task, the overall
mission grade is “0” and NE-SNP. The IP includes a short narrative of the incident on the mission grade sheet. IPs must
inform the student’s flight commander of any airsickness incident regardless of sortie effectiveness. Following any
airsickness incident, the student must see the flight surgeon prior to the next sortie. The flight commander confers with
the flight surgeon to determine if entry into an airsickness program is warranted.
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10. Senior Officers — Senior wing leaders may fly direct support student missions after accomplishing an appropriate
flight lead upgrade program. Refer to the IFF Instructor Training syllabus and AFMAN 11-2T-38, Vol. 1 for senior
officer qualifications.
11. Fighter Aircrew Conditioning Program (FACP) (US Only) — The goal of the FACP is to improve the High-G
fitness and execution of the Anti-G Straining Maneuver (AGSM) for fighter aircrew members and establish effective
physical conditioning habits for all aircrew. The FACP outlined in AETCI 11-406 is mandatory. Flying Squadron
Commanders will work closely with the local Aerospace & Operational Physiology flight to identify those students that
may need improved G-fitness, review initial FACP Assessments of those students that are identified to need improved
G-fitness, review follow-on FACP Assessments and request individualized G-fitness training programs for flying training
students when appropriate. Squadron Commanders may delegate these responsibilities to Flight Commanders.
12. Physical Conditioning Program — All students participate in the Physical conditioning program as outlined in the
Academic Training Summary in Ch 1 Sec D. For US students, the activities in the FACP count toward the total PT hours.
13. Aircrew Graduate Evaluation Program (AGEP) (US only) — The AGEP is a survey program to provide feedback
about the student’s previous phase of training. Supervisors are responsible of completing the survey IAW AETCI
36-2605, Vol. 6, and AETCI 36-2206 before the student’s graduation IAW the course flow chart.
14. Break-in-Training (BIT) — U.S. Post-IFF graduate guidance is in AFMAN 11-2T-38, Vol. 1, AETC Sup. Other
nations may address breaks in training according to their own national guidance as published and provided to the 80 OG/
CC.
Section C — Course Conduct
1. Academic Training Standards — Students must pass the examination following each major phase in academics
before graduation or progression to any event for which the exam is a prerequisite. The minimum passing score is 85%.
Correct all examinations to 100%.
2. Flying Training Standards
a. Course Training Standards (CTS) — Chapter 2 Section D contains the Course Training Standards for all tasks
in the syllabus. The CTS describes the ability of the student to perform the specific mission tasks and defines the
minimum overall performance levels required to complete this course.
b. Duties and Responsibilities — Prior to the mission briefing, both the student and instructor must be familiar
with the CTSs applicable to the mission. During the debriefing, the instructor evaluates student performance in
relation to the standard, and grades the tasks and mission accordingly.
c. Maneuver Grading — Use the following criteria to grade both specific mission elements and overall
performance on each sortie / mission. Training standards specified for task proficiency must be met prior to entry
into the next phase or module of training. Failure to achieve training standards within the allotted sorties may result
in elimination proceedings.
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Grade Description
Unknown Performance was not observed or the element was not performed.
Dangerous Performance was unsafe (one element marked “Dangerous” requires an overall grade of “0”).
0 Performance indicates a lack of ability or knowledge.
1 Performance is safe, but indicates limited proficiency. Needs IP assistance to correct errors.
Performance is almost correct. Makes errors that affect mission / task effectiveness,
2
but recognizes and corrects them.
Performance is correct, efficient, and skillful. Makes only minor errors not affecting
3
mission / task effectiveness.
4 Performance reflects an unusually high degree of ability.
d. Overall Grade — The overall grade reflects the student’s performance in relation to major mission objectives
listed in this syllabus for that sortie. If a student receives an overall grade of less than “2” for a sortie on which
mission proficiency is required, the student repeats the mission (Note: The student must demonstrate proficiency in
Emergency Procedures on OB-1, but an overall grade of “2” is not required on this first mission to progress. End-
of-phase missions require a “2” level (F-4, H-1, OB-4, DB-4, HB-3, S-4, SAT-2, CAS-2). An overall grade of “0”
normally requires the mission be reflown. Exceptions include a dangerous task not related to the same syllabus
module, which could be more effectively evaluated by flying either an unrelated syllabus sortie or other appropriate
corrective action. For example, if a student receives a “D” for a formation approach and landing on a BFM mission,
that deficiency could be corrected on the next sortie at the discretion of the flight commander.
3. Task Proficiency Requirements — The following tables provide the specific task proficiency requirements and
minimum performance standards required to progress through this course. They also enable instructors and supervisors
to identify by mission tasks, those areas requiring instructional emphasis.
a. Pilot WST / OFT Task Requirements
Pilot WST / OFT Tasks Standard Required by
1. Cockpit / Crew Resource Management
a. Mission Planning/Briefing/Debriefing 2 SEP-1
b. Communication 22 CRM-1
c. Decision-Making / Risk Management 22 CRM-1
d. Situational Awareness 22 CRM-1
e. Task Management 22 SEP-1
f. Flight Coordination 22 SF-11 / SB-1
2. Emergency Procedures
a. Emergency Procedures 3 SEP-1

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3. Departure Administration
a. Ground Operations 2 SEP-1
b. Takeoff (Single-Ship) 2 SEP-1
c. Formation Takeoff – Wing N/A N/A
d. Departure 2 CRM -1
e. Instrument Trail Departure 2 CRM-1
4. Flight Administration
a. Visual Search 2 SB-2
b. Fuel Management 2 CRM-1
c. Lost Wingman Procedures 2 SF-11 / CRM-1
5. Recovery Administration
a. RTB Procedures 2 CRM-1
c. Normal Landing 2 CRM-1
d. Single-Engine Approach / Landing 2 SEP-1
e. Single Engine Go-Around 2 SEP-1
f. No-Flap Approach / Landing 2 SEP-1
6. Area Administration
a. G-Awareness 1 SB-1
b. Anti-G Straining Maneuver (AGSM) N/A N/A
c. G-Awareness Turns 1 SB-1
d. Armament Switchology / FENCE Check 2 SS-2

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7. Instrument Procedures
a. Holding 2 CRM-1
b. Penetration 2 CRM-1
c. Precision Approach 2 CRM-1
d. Nonprecision Approach 2 CRM-1
e. Missed Approach 2 CRM-1
f. Unusual Attitude Recovery 2 CRM-1
8. Two-Ship Formation — Basic
d. Route Formation 1 If Accomplished
e. Fighting Wing 1 If Accomplished
10. Two-Ship Formation — Tactical
a. Two-ship Formation – Tactical 1 If Accomplished
13. BFM General
a. Simulated IR Missile Shot 1 SB-1
b. Simulated Gunshot 1 SB-1
14. Offensive BFM Exercises
a. Quarter-Plane Exercise 1 SB-1
15. Offensive and Defensive BFM Tasks
a. Perch Setups 1 SB-1 /SB-2
b. Fight Analysis 1 SB-1 /SB-2
c. Maneuver Selection 1 SB-1 /SB-2
d. Maneuver Mechanics 1 SB-1 /SB-2
e. WEZ Recognition 1 SB-1 /SB-2

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16. Defensive BFM Exercises
a. Defensive ranging / Pursuit Curve Exercise N/A N/A
b. Reversal / Scissors Exercise 1 SB-2
c. Jink Exercise 1 SB-2
19. Air Combat Maneuvering
a. ACM Setups / Deconfliction 1 SACM-1
b. Mutual Support Communication (3-1) 1 SACM-1
c. Engaged / Mutual Support Maneuvering 1 SACM-1
d. Role Establishment and Contract Execution 1 SACM-1
e. Weapons Employment 1 SACM-1
20. Surface Attack
a. Conventional and Tactical Range Procedures and 1 SS-1 / SS-2

Patterns
b. Weapons Delivery Events / Parameters 1 SS-1 / SS-2
c. Safe Escape Maneuver 1 SS-1 / SS-2
d. Error Analysis 1 SS-2
21. Surface Attack Tactics / Air Interdiction / Close Air Support
a. Weapons Employment 1 SS-2 / SS-3
b. Air Interdiction and Dynamic Targeting 1 SS-3

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22. Formation Exercises
a. Guns Tracking Exercise 1 SF-1
b. Heat-to-Guns Exercise 1 SF-1
b. Pilot Flying Task Requirements
Pilot Flying Tasks Standard Required by
1. Cockpit / Crew Resource Management
a. Mission Planning/Briefing/Debriefing 2 F-231 / OB-2

b. Communication 22 F-341 / OB -4, DB-4, HB-2, S-4, ACM-2
c. Decision-Making / Risk Management 22 F-341 / OB -4, DB-4, HB-2, S-4, ACM-2
d. Situational Awareness 22 F-341 / OB -4, DB-4, HB-2, S-4, ACM-2
e. Task Management 22 F-341 / OB -4, DB-4, HB-2, S-4, ACM-2
f. Flight Coordination 22 F-341 / OB -4, DB-4, HB-2, S-4, ACM-2
a. Emergency Procedures 3 F-11 / H-1
a. Ground Operations 2 F-231 / OB-1
b. Takeoff (Single-Ship) 2 F-121 / H-1
c. Formation Takeoff (Wing) 2 Proficiency not required in Transition Formation1 / Second Attempt
d. Departure 2 F-231 / OB-1
e. Instrument Trail Departure 2 If Accomplished / DB-2 (Track C)
a. Visual Search 2 F-341 / OB-2
b. Fuel Management 2 F-341 / OB-2
c. Lost Wingman Procedures 2 If Accomplished
d. Rejoin 2 F-231 / OB-2 (If Accomplished)

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a. RTB Procedures 2 F-231 / OB-2
b. Normal Pattern 2 F-231 / OB-1
c. Normal Landing 2 F-231 / OB-1
d. Single Engine Approach and Landing 2 Required on last attempt prior to solo
e. Single Engine Go-Around 2 If Accomplished
f. No-Flap Approach and Landing 2 Required on last attempt prior to solo
g. Formation Approach (Wing) 2 Proficiency not required in Transition Formation1 / Second Attempt
6. Area Administration
a. G-Awareness 2 F-341 / OB-2
b. Anti-G Straining Maneuver (AGSM) 2 F-341 / OB-2
c. G-Awareness Turns 2 F-341 / OB-2
d. Armament Switchology / FENCE Check 2 F-341 / OB-2, S-23
e. Battle Damage Check 2 F-341 / OB-2
b. Penetration 2 End of course
c. Precision Approach 2 DB-4
d. Nonprecision Approach 2 DB-4
e. Missed Approach 2 H-1
8. Two-Ship Formation — Basic
a. Fingertip Formation 2 F-231 / OB-2 (If Accomplished)
b. Crossunder 2 F-231 / OB-2 (If Accomplished)
c. Echelon Formation 2 F-231 / OB-2 (If Accomplished)
d. Route Formation 2 F-231 / OB-2 (If Accomplished)
e. Fighting Wing 2 F-231 / OB-2 (If Accomplished)
f. Visual Signals 2 F-231 / OB-2 (If Accomplished)

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9. Four(Three)-Ship Formation — Basic
a. Four(Three)-Ship Formation — Basic 2 Second Attempt1 / If Accomplished
10. Two-Ship Formation — Tactical
a. Two-Ship Formation — Tactical 2 F-341 / OB-3(Track A/B) DB-1 (Track C)
11. Four(Three)-Ship Formation — Tactical
a. Four(Three)-Ship Formation — Tactical 1 F-341 / If Accomplished
12. Advanced Handling
a. Break Turn / Accelerated Stall 1 H-1
b. Energy Maneuverability 1 H-1
c. Single-Ship Jink Exercise 1 H-1
d. High / Low-Speed Dive Recovery 1 H-1
13. BFM General
a. Simulated IR Missile Shot 2 (1) OB- 4 (OB-2 for C-track)
b. Simulated Gunshot 2 (1) OB-4 (OB-2 for C-track)
a. Quarter-Plane Exercise 1 OB-1
a. Perch Setups 2 (1) OB-4 (OB-2 Track C) / DB-4
b. Fight Analysis 2 (1) OB-4 (OB-2 Track C) / DB-4
c. Maneuver Selection 2 (1) OB-4 (OB-2 Track C) / DB-4
d. Maneuver Mechanics 2 (1) OB-4 (OB-2 Track C) / DB-4
e. WEZ Recognition 2 (1) OB-4 (OB-2 Track C) / DB-4
a. Defensive Ranging / Pursuit Curve Exercise 1 DB-1
b. Reversal / Scissors Exercise 1 DB-1
c. Jink Exercise 1 DB-2

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17. High-Aspect BFM Exercises
a. Lead-Turn Exercise 1 HB-1
b. High Angle Gun / Shot Exercise 1 HB-2 (Track A only)
18. High-Aspect BFM
a. Butterfly Setups 2 (1) HB-3 (HB-2 Track B)
b. Fight Analysis 2 (1) HB-3 (HB-2 Track B)
c. Maneuver Selection 2 (1) HB-3 (HB-2 Track B)
d. Maneuver Mechanics 2 (1) HB-3 (HB-2 Track B)
e. WEZ Recognition 2 (1) HB-3 (HB-2 Track B)
a. ACM Setups 1 ACM-2
b. Mutual Support Communication (3-1) 2 ACM-2
c. Engaged / Support Maneuvering 1 ACM-2
d. Role Establishment and Contract Execution 2 ACM-2
e. Weapons Employment 1 ACM-2

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20. Surface Attack
a. Conventional and Tactical Range Procedures

2 S-2 / S-4
and Patterns
b. Weapons Delivery Events / Parameters

2 S-24 / S-44
c. Safe Escape Maneuver

2 S-24
d. Error Analysis 2 S-24
21. Surface Attack Tactics / Air Interdiction / Close Air Support
a. TACS / JFIRE Procedures 1 CAS-1
b. Weapons Employment 2 CAS-1
c. Safe-Escape Maneuver 2 SAT-1
d. Threat Reactions 1 SAT-1
e. Two-Ship Mutual Support 2 CAS-1
a. Guns Tracking Exercise 1 F-11
b. Heat-to-Guns Exercise 2 F-341
Notes
1. Applies only to students requiring Transition Formation training as specified in Chapter 4, Section I. After
completion of Transition Formation, tasks may fall below the required level but must subsequently meet standards as
indicated in these tables.
2. CRM task (Except Mission Analysis) may fall to a 1 level beginning a new module but must meet standards by the
End-of-Module or Phase (as applicable).
3. Armament Switchology / FENCE Check may fall below required level when beginning Surface Attack but must
meet standards again by S-2 (Track B/C).
4. Proficiency in 10-degree Low-Angle High-Drag (LAHD), 10-degree LAHD Popup and Visual-Level-Bombing
(VLB) is required for graduation. Proficiency in any other event is only required if attempted on more than one Surface
Attack sortie.
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Section D — Course Training Standards (CTS)
1. Purpose / Description — The standards for flight tasks are derived from information found in current IFF
publications and from the inputs of experienced IFF instructors. These standards outline the tasks and proficiency required
for completion of AETC Course B/F-V5A-L(C). Each CTS is divided into three sections:
a. Task / Subtask — The behavior to be performed by the student as listed in the syllabus.
b. Conditions — The limits, situations and/or environmental conditions in which the behavior is to be performed.
Referenced publications are also listed.
c. Standards — The criteria for evaluating successful accomplishment of the desired behavior. It specifies
minimum acceptable performance (e.g., Does not over-G), acceptable error tolerance (e.g., altitude ±500 feet), and/or
qualitative assessment (e.g., effectively manages energy). Document performance using the numeric grading criteria
specified in Chapter 2, Section C, Paragraph 2.c. Consider a grade of “0” for significant deviations.
2. General Proficiency Standards — Syllabus proficiency in a task or subtask normally is a minimum numeric grade
of “2.” The standard section for each CTS describes the “essentially correct performance for that task.” Proficiency in a
task is achieved by meeting CTS for all supporting subtasks. When proficiency is required, the student must perform the
tasks / subtasks to the CTS in order to progress in training.
3. Employment — For all airborne basic transition tasks, any given performance parameter tolerance limit (airspeed,
altitude, etc.) assumes smooth air and a stable aircraft. Momentary deviations outside given limits should not be
considered in grading, provided they do not qualify as dangerous and the student applies prompt corrective action.
4. Pilot Tasks — The following course training standards tables define the training tasks for pilots:
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Pilot
Performance Conditions Standards
1. Cockpit/Crew Resource Management
a. Mission a. T.O. 1T-38C-1 (Flight Manual) a. Check all factors applicable to the
Planning/Briefing/Debriefing T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1 (Weapons mission to include NOTAMs, weather,
Delivery Manual) 3-3.AT38C (Basic alternate airfields, syllabus and CTS.
employment manual), AFMAN Research threat and emergency procedure
11-2T-38V3, AETCMAN 11-251, of the day, and prepare lineup card prior
(T-38C Flying Fundamentals) AFTTP to briefing time. Prepares appropriate
3-1.1 Att. 1. (Operational Brevity target area products and 1:50 K maps (if
Words, Definitions and applicable).
Communications Standard), 88FTS IFF
b. Answer questions correctly in a
Flying Standards
direct, concise manner.
b. NOTAMs, weather data, syllabus
c. Participate in planning and briefing
mission description,
of missions. Understand contingencies
T-38C IFG (IFF Inflight Guide), local
and plan to contend with them
procedures.
d. Participate in debriefings and, if
applicable, provide examples that would
improve mission performance.
b. Communication a. From flight briefing through a. Clear, correct, concise and timely
debriefing. radio communications.
b. AETCMAN 11-251, 88FTS IFF b. Be on correct radio frequencies.

Flying Standards, Vol. 1, AFTTP 3-1,
c. Utilize correct UHF/VHF radios.
AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and FLIP.
c. Operable UHF / VHF radio.
d. Do not use this for ACM/CAS

tactical communications.
c. Decision-Making / Risk a. AFI 11-290, from aircraft preflight a. Timely, effective, safe decision-
Management to engine shutdown. making to comply with applicable
regulations, local directives and briefed
responsibilities. Include risk assessment,
risk management, and problem solving.
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d. Situational Awareness a. AFI 11-290, from aircraft preflight a. Maintain awareness of, and remain
to engine shutdown. oriented to the mission objectives, aircraft
limits and parameters, training rules,
threats, formation members and
surrounding environment throughout the
mission.
e. Task Management a. T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, a. Correctly establish priorities.

T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1CL-1,
b. Manage cockpit tasks and resources.
AETCMAN 11-251, AFI 11-290,
88FTS IFF Flying Standards, Inflight c. Correctly and safely accomplish
Guide. required ground and inflight checks from

preflight through engine shutdown.
f. Flight Coordination a. AFI 11-290. a. Effectively coordinate all activities

with crewmembers, flight lead, wingman,
b. Provided a flight briefing.
etc.
c. From aircraft preflight to engine
b. Comply with instructions in a
shutdown.
manner that does not require excessive
attention from flight member and does not
impact the mission profile.
c. Adhere to applicable rules,

regulations and training guidelines.
a. Emergency Procedures a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Correctly identify and analyze

T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, aircraft malfunctions and emergency
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1, situations in a timely manner.
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1CL-1, and Inflight
b. Accurately state or perform all
Guide.
Boldface steps in sequence from memory
b. Single simulated malfunction or without error.
actual aircraft emergency.
c. Verbally state or perform corrective
actions IAW T.O. procedures and
applicable directives to a logical
conclusion.
d. Maintain aircraft control.

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Pilot
a. Ground Operations a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Accomplish ground operations of the

T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, aircraft correctly, safely and in a timely
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1, AETCMAN manner.
11-251, AFI 11-218, AFMAN
11-2T-38V1.
b. AFTO Form 781, 88FTS IFF

Flying Standards, Inflight Guide, and
local procedures.
b. Takeoff — Single-Ship a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, AETCMAN a. Maintain the required groundtrack
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V1, 88FTS and smooth, positive control.
IFF Flying Standards.
b. Begin takeoff roll ±3 seconds from
planned when succeeding an aircraft on
takeoff.
c. Lift off within –0 to +10 knots of

computed airspeed (165 normally) and
maintain desired pitch attitude of 7 ±2
degrees.
d. Fully retract gear and flaps IAW

T.O. 1T-38C-1.
c. Formation Takeoff — Wing a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, AETCMAN a. Maintain wingtip spacing IAW
11-251, and AFMAN 11-2T-38V1. AETCMAN 11-251 and fore / aft position
of gear doors in line to fingertip position.
b. Lift off simultaneously with leader

to maintain fore / aft spacing. Call for
power as briefed / required.
c. Deconfigure on leader’s signals and

make smooth, positive control inputs.
d. Maneuver to fingertip position or

briefed position once deconfigured
expeditiously.
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d. Departure a. IMC or VMC conditions. a. The flight leader (or single-ship)

executes departure as published / directed.
b. AETCMAN 11-251, AFMAN
Maintain heading or course ±5 degrees /
11-2T-38V1, 88FTS IFF Flying
3NM, altitude ±200 feet, and airspeed ±5
Standards, Inflight Guide, clearance,
percent. Momentary deviations are
FLIP airspace restrictions, and
allowed in VMC when clearing. The
appropriate NAVAIDs.
wingman maintains briefed formation
position and maintains orientation to
planned departure using NAVAIDs,
and/or landmarks.
e. Instrument Trail Departure a. IMC or VMC conditions. a. The flight leader/wingman executes
departure as published / directed.
Maintains heading or course ±5 degrees /
11-2T-38V1, Inflight Guide,
3NM, altitude ±200 feet, ±5 degrees of
clearance, FLIP airspace restrictions,
bank, ±25 degrees of EGT, and airspeed
and appropriate NAVAIDs.
±5 percent. The flight leader calls
initiating all turns. Maintains 1,000 feet
altitude separation for each succeeding
aircraft in the event that visual contact
cannot be established at level-off / on top.
b. Wingmen initiate all turns ±3

seconds from desired turn timing.
c. During climbs / descents each

aircraft / element calls passing each
5,000-foot altitude increment with
altitude and heading passing until visual
contact is established.
d. Acquire and communicate visual in a

timely manner once VMC
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a. Visual Search a. Day, VMC. a. Establish an effective cross check to

maintain a visual search pattern in order
b. AFMAN 11-2T-38V3
to clear for the formation.
b. When visual is lost, communicate

blind while predicting position of flight
member by situational awareness, flight
maneuvers and radios in order to regain
visual.
b. Fuel Management a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, AETCMAN a. Demonstrate awareness of fuel state.

11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and Recognize Joker and Bingo fuel within –
Inflight Guide. 50 / +100 pounds of briefed quantity and
call correct amount of fuel.
b. Briefed Joker and Bingo fuels.
b. Identify fuel imbalance and take
appropriate corrective action.
c. Regulate flight profile, throttles, and

configuration for inflight situations to
optimize fuel consumption.
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c. Lost Wingman Procedures a. AETCMAN 11-251, a. Promptly execute appropriate

AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and maneuvers and proper radio calls.
AFMAN 11-202V3.
a. VMC.
b. AETCMAN 11-251 a. Expeditiously maneuver to briefed

d. Rejoin
AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, 88FTS rejoin position as to not impact mission
IFF Flying Standards profile. Maintain positive overtake

throughout the remainder of the rejoin.
Overtake must be under control by route
formation with a steady movement to
fingertip.
Maintain a plane-of-motion to ensure

deconfliction through remainder of rejoin.
If an overshoot is required, accomplish in
a safe and timely manner.
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a. RTB Procedures a. IMC or VMC. a. Execute recoveries as published /

directed.
b. AETCMAN 11-251,
AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, 88FTS IFF b. The flight lead (or single-ship)
Flying Standards, Inflight Guide, maintains courses and headings ±5
clearance, FLIP airspace restrictions, degrees / 3 NM, altitude ±200 feet, and
and appropriate NAVAIDs. airspeed ±5 percent.
c. The wingman maintains briefed

formation position and maintains
orientation to planned recovery using
NAVAIDs and comm.
b. Normal Pattern a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Maintain pattern altitude ±200 feet

T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN and pattern spacing ±1,000 feet, lower
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and gear and flaps IAW T.O. 1T-38C-1,
local procedures. establish and maintain T.O. 1T-38C-1
final turn and final approach airspeeds (–
5 to +10 knots) with no stall warning
tone, roll out on final to establish
glideslope 3±1 degree within a timely
manner, and runway alignment within 10
degrees of intended flightpath within
1.3NM from runway threshold. Excessive
bank or pitch changes not required to
correct to final course.
c. Normal Landing a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Touch down between 150 and 1,000
T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN feet down the runway at less than
11-251, AFMAN11-2T-38V3, and local T.O. 1T-38C-1 maximum sink rate
procedures. (500fpm with less than 1700lbs) and
within –5 to +10 knots of desired
airspeed (135kts + gas over 1000lbs).
b. Maintain smooth, positive control

through touchdown and landing roll. For
full-stop landing, aerobraking is effective
with smooth nosewheel touchdown.
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d. Single-Engine Approach / a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Maintain altitude ±200, lower gear

Landing T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN and flaps below limiting airspeeds,
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and establish and maintain T.O. 1T-38C-1
local procedures. final approach airspeeds (– 5 to +10
knots), establish glideslope 3±1 degree
within a timely manner, and runway
alignment within 10 degrees of intended
flightpath. Excessive bank or pitch
changes not required to correct to final
course.
b. Arrive over the overrun in such a

position that a safe landing can be made.
c. Touch down at less than

T.O. 1T-38C-1 maximum sink rate
(500fpm with less than 1700lbs) within –
5 to +10 knots of desired airspeed (135kts
+ gas over 1000lbs) and be able to stop
within the remaining available runway.
d. Maintain smooth, positive control

e. Single-Engine Go-Around a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Apply Boldface procedure.

T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN
b. Use coordinated rudder to offset the
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and
adverse yaw produced by one engine in
local procedures.
afterburner.
c. Raise gear after establishing climb.
d. Raise flaps at 200 KIAS minimum.
e. Advance the simulated failed engine

prior to coming out of afterburner on the
other engine.
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Pilot
f. No-Flap Approach / Landing a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Maintain altitude ±200, lower gear
T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN and flaps below limiting airspeeds,
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and establish and maintain T.O. 1T-38C-1
local procedures. final approach airspeeds (– 5 to +10
knots), establish glideslope 3±1 degree
within a timely manner, and runway
alignment within 10 degrees of intended
flightpath. Excessive bank or pitch
changes not required to correct to final
course.
b. Arrive over the overrun in such a

position that a safe landing can be made.
c. Touch down at less than

T.O. 1T-38C-1 maximum sink rate
(500fpm with less than 1700lbs) and be
able to stop within the remaining
available runway.
d. Maintain smooth, positive control

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g. Formation Approach — Wing a. AETCMAN 11-251, a. Configure on leader’s signals.

AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, 88FTS IFF
b. Maintain fingertip until simulated
Flying Standards
clear of weather, on glideslope, or IAW
local procedures / flight briefing. Stack
level with minor deviations; fore / aft
position is gear doors in line and no
further aft than fingertip; wingtip spacing
10 to 25 feet.
c. Set and monitor NAVAIDs.
6. Area Administration.
a. G-Awareness a. Normal inflight conditions for all a. Maintain awareness of flight

training phases and flight safety is not conditions and aircraft acceleration.
immediately threatened.
b. Maintain required G (±1 G) with
minimal reference to HUD/MFD. G-
application is smooth and does not exceed
G-limits.
b. Anti-G Straining Maneuver a. Normal inflight conditions for all a. Execute properly timed and effective
(AGSM) training phases. AGSM.
b. Do not exceed personal G-limits.
c. G-Awareness Turns a. VMC. a. Perform G-warm-up / awareness

turns IAW AFI 11-214 and the flight
b. AETCMAN 11-251,
briefing.
AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, AFI
11-214, 88FTS IFF Flying b. Ensures proper G-suit operation.
Standards
c. Flight briefing.
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Pilot
d. Armament Switchology / FENCE a. AFI 11-214, AFMAN a. Properly accomplish FENCE in and
Check 11-2T-38V3, out procedures IAW 88FTS IFF
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1CL-1, and 88FTS Standards in a timely manner.
IFF Flying Standards.
b. Crew coordination briefing and

briefed events.
e. Battle Damage Check a. VMC. a. Timely and safely reposition aircraft
to view top and bottom of aircraft to be
b. AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, AETCMAN
checked. Inform lead of any
11-251.
discrepancies. Rejoin to briefed position.
b. Correctly perform lead changes and

navigate the flight if necessary.
a. Holding a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Enter holding IAW procedures,

T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN directives, and clearance. Maintain
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, courses / heading ±5 degrees, airspeed
AFMAN 11-202V3, Inflight Guide, within holding airspeed limits, altitude
and FLIP procedures. ±200 feet, and pattern limits ±2 NM.
b. Penetration a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Perform penetration IAW

T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN procedures, directives, and clearance.
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
b. Maintain courses and headings (±5
AFMAN 11-202V3, Inflight Guide,
degrees), intermediate minimum altitudes
and FLIP procedures.
(not more than –200 feet), intermediate
mandatory altitudes (±200 feet), airspeed
(±5 percent), and DME arcs (±2 NM).
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c. Precision Approach a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Perform procedures as published and

T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN IAW applicable flight manual. Smooth
(1) Precision Approach Radar
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and timely response to controller’s
(PAR)
AFMAN 11-202V3, Inflight Guide, instructions. Identify decision height and
published approach, and appropriate take appropriate action.
FLIP publications.
(1) Airspeed: –5 / +10 knots
(2) Heading: ±5 degrees of

controller’s instructions
(3) Glideslope: Does not exceed

well above or below
(2) ILS Approach a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Comply with all published

T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN restrictions and make smooth and timely
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, corrections when deviations are detected.
b. Arrive at DH in such a position that
published approach, and FLIP
a safe landing could be made.
procedures.
(1) Airspeed: –5 to +10 knots
(2) Glideslope: Within one dot
(3) Course: Within one dot
d. Nonprecision Approach a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Perform procedures as published and

T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN IAW applicable flight manual. Smooth
(1) Airport Surveillance Radar
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and timely response to controller’s
(ASR) Approach
AFMAN 11-202V3, Inflight Guide, instructions.
published approach, and appropriate
b. Arrive at MDA in such a position
FLIP publications
that a safe landing can be made.
(2) MDA: –0 / +100 feet
(3) Heading: ±5 degrees of

controller’s instructions
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Pilot
(2) Localizer (LOC) Approach a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Comply with all published
T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, AETCMAN procedures and restrictions. Make smooth
11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and timely corrections when deviations
AFMAN 11-202V3, Inflight Guide, are detected.
procedures.
(1) Airspeed: –5 to +10 knots
(2) MDA: –0 / +100 feet
(3) Course: Within one dot
(3) VOR Approach a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Comply with all published

procedures.
(2) MDA: –0 / +100 feet
(3) Course: ±5 degrees at MAP
(4) TACAN Approach a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, a. Comply with all published

procedures.
(2) MDA: –0 / +100 feet
(3) Course: ±5 degrees at MAP

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Pilot
e. Missed Approach a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, AETCMAN a. Initiate missed approach at DH or

11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, MAP as published / directed.
b. Understand and execute missed
and appropriate FLIP publications.
approach / climbout instructions.
Complete all procedures IAW applicable
flight manual.
c. Maintain courses and headings (±5

degrees) and altitude (±200 feet).
f. Unusual Attitude Recovery a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, AETCMAN a. Recognize an unusual attitude.

11-251, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, and
b. Recover the aircraft as briefed in a
AFMAN 11-202V3.
safe and timely manner.
8. Two-Ship Formation – Basic
a. Fingertip Formation a. AETCMAN 11-251, and AFI a. Vertical and longitudinal position is
11-2T-38. ±5 feet. Prescribed wingtip clearance is
maintained.
b. If required to perform checklist

procedures, radio frequency changes, and
navigational tasks while in fingertip
formation, do so expeditiously and safely.
b. Crossunder a. AETCMAN 11-251, and a. Perform Interim T-38C Procedures

AFI 11-2T-38. Manual procedures. Cross below leader’s
jet wash (+0 to -20 feet), achieve
longitudinal nose / tail clearance, but no
farther aft than one ship-length.
b. Achieve lateral spacing on either

side of fingertip parameters to +15 feet if
crossunder is from / to fingertip. Maintain
route parameters if crossing from / to
route.
c. Echelon Formation a. AETCMAN 11-251, and a. Stack level (±5 feet) and maintain
AFI 11-2T-38. fore / aft fingertip references during roll-
in, turn, and roll-out.
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d. Route Formation a. VMC. a. Maintain position within AFMAN

11-251 envelope or as briefed.
b. AETCMAN 11-251, and
AFMAN 11-2T-38V3. b. Demonstrate ability to clear, monitor
NAVAIDs, and smoothly maneuver with
the flight.
e. Fighting Wing a. VMC. a. Remain within the fighting wing

cone described in Interim T-38C
b. AETCMAN 11-251, and AFI
Procedures Manual using cutoff,
11-2T-38.
acceleration maneuvers, and reposition
maneuvers as appropriate.
b. Demonstrate ability to clear, monitor

NAVAIDs, and smoothly maneuver with
the flight.
f. Visual Signals a. AFPAM 11-205, AETCMAN a. Respond in timely manner with

11-251, 88FTS IFF Flying Standards, correct signals or execution to flight
and AFMAN 11-2T-38V3. lead’s visual signal.
9. Four(Three)-Ship Formation — Basic
a. Four(Three)-ship Formation — a. VMC. a. Maintain briefed formation position.

Basic
b. AETCMAN 11-251, b. Standards for two-ship fingertip
AFI 11-2T-38V3. formation, route formation, echelon
formation, crossunders, rejoins, and
visual signals apply.
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10. Two-ship Formation — Tactical
a. Two-Ship Formation - Tactical b. VMC. a. Position as stated in AFMAN 11-251

and/or as briefed, with only momentary
c. AETCMAN 11-251,
deviations. Quickly recognize when out
AFMAN 11-2T-38V3.
of position and apply appropriate
d. Briefed formation / flight maneuvers to get back into position in a
parameters and responsibilities. timely manner.
b. Responsibilities (including clearing)

are accomplished as briefed.
c. Fly turn as required so as to roll out

in tactical formation; maintain or regain
visual contact; and if not in proper
position, make timely, positive
corrections.
11. Four(Three)-Ship Formation — Tactical
a. Four(Three)-ship Formation — a. VMC. a. Position as stated in AETCMAN

Tactical 11-251 and/or as briefed, with only
b. AETCMAN 11-251,
momentary deviations. Quickly recognize
AFMAN 11-2T-38V3.
when out of position and apply
c. Briefed formation / flight maneuvers to get back into position in a
parameters and responsibilities. timely manner.
b. Maintain awareness and deconflict

from all formation members.
c. Fly turn as required so as to roll out

in tactical formation; maintain or regain
visual contact; and if not in proper
position, make timely, positive
corrections.
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12. Advanced Handling
a. Break Turn / Accelerated Stall a. VMC. a. Select power, plane-of-motion, and

use G / radial-G as appropriate to deny
simulated weapons employment and
11-2T-38V3.
control energy. Do not over-G.
c. 88FTS IFF Basic Employment
b. Recognize approach to stall / stall
Manual 3-3.AT-38C
indications and apply appropriate
recovery procedures.
b. Energy Maneuverability a. VMC. a. Execute a combination of BFM to

effectively exploit applicable
b. AETCMAN 11-251,
performance characteristics of the T-38C.
MCMAN 11-238, Vol. 2 and
AFI 11-2T-38, Vol. 3. b. Demonstrate a working knowledge
of the A/C performance as depicted in the
EM diagram.
c. Single-ship Jink Exercise a. VMC. a. Aggressively maneuver the aircraft

to deny weapons employment zone
b. AETCMAN 11-251,
(WEZ) to simulated bandit. Do not over-
AFMAN11-2T-38V3.
G.
d. High-/ Low-Speed Dive a. VMC. a. Execute the published procedure. Do

Recovery not stall aircraft or exceed limitations
b. AETCMAN 11-251,
during recovery.
AFMAN 11-2T-38V3.
b. Recover with minimum altitude loss.
13. BFM General
a. Simulated IR Missile Shot a. VMC. a. Fire within valid parameters.
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3
3-3.AT38C, 88FTS IFF Flying Standards
b. Simulated Gunshot a. VMC. a. Fire in the plane of the target with

appropriate lead and range.
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3
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a. Quarter-Plane Exercise a. VMC. a. Recognize excessive closure.
b. AFI 11-214, AFI 11-2T-38V3, b. Establish a vector toward bandit’s

3-3.AT38C, 88FTS IFF Flying Standards high 6 o’clock to prevent / minimize 3/9
overshoot.
c. Maintain an offensive advantage.
a. Perch Setups a. VMC. a. Prior to “ready” call, expeditiously

attain airspeed, spacing, and colatitude.
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
Attain briefed engagement start
parameters IAW 88FTS IFF Flying
Standards
b. Fight Analysis a. VMC. a. Maintain/quickly regain tally
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, b. Correctly visually assess bandit

3-3.AT38C, 88FTS IFF Flying Standards regarding aspect angle, antenna train
angle, range, planform rotation, line of
sight rate and closure.
c. Maintain floor awareness.

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c. Maneuver Selection a. VMC.
(1) Offensive b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, (1) Offensive

a. Based on fight analysis, select
appropriate maneuver(s) to achieve a
WEZ and maintain an offensive position.
(2) Defensive
a. Based on fight analysis, select

(2) Defensive appropriate maneuver(s) to defeat
ordnance in flight, and/or deny bandit
WEZ entry.
b. If opportunity exists, select

maneuver(s) which will neutralize the
fight, successfully separate, or gain the
offensive.
d. Maneuver Mechanics a. VMC. a. Based on maneuver selection, apply
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, b. Select lift vector, power and G to

3-3.AT38C, 88FTS IFF Flying Standards achieve desired maneuver. Do not over-
G.
e. WEZ Recognition a. VMC.
(1) Offensive b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, (1) Offensive

a. Correctly recognize when a WEZ is
achieved and attempt to employ ordnance.
(2) Defensive
a. Correctly recognize when the bandit

(2) Defensive
is approaching a WEZ.
b. Attempt to defend against bandit

missile and/or gun attack.
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Pilot
a. Defensive Ranging / Pursuit a. VMC. a. Fly briefed parameters, maintain

Curve Exercise tally, assess range, pursuit curve and
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
WEZ.
b. Reversal / Scissors Exercise a. VMC. a. Execute an effective break turn.
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, b. Defeat gun shot with a timely,

3-3.AT38C, 88FTS IFF Flying Standards effective out of plane maneuver.
c. Assess reversal picture.
d. Maneuver aircraft so at to gain the

3/9 advantage.
c. Jink Exercise a. VMC. a. Recognize attacker approaching / in

guns parameters.
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
3-3.AT38C, 88FTS IFF Flying Standards b. Maneuver to deny immediate gun
solution and preserve potential for
succeeding jink / maneuver while tally.
c. Neutralize or gain the offensive.
17. High-Aspect BFM Exercise
a. Lead-Turn Exercise a. VMC. a. Gain turning room.
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, b. Execute an effective lead turn

88FTS IFF Flying Standards,
c. Achieve a valid Fox II.
3-3.AT38C
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b. High-Angle Gun / Separation a. VMC. a. Establish lead pursuit to arrive in

Exercise guns parameters at high angle-off (60 to
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
90 degrees). Shoot in plane, at proper
range and maneuver to avoid minimum
3-3.AT38C
range.
b. Initiate separation in proper

direction. Separate outside adversary’s
weapons parameters with opening
velocity.
c. Deny adversary weapons

employment, and maintain / regain tally-
ho or situational awareness of the
adversary.
18. High-Aspect BFM Tasks
a. Butterfly Setups a. VMC. a. Expeditiously attain briefed

engagement start parameters IAW
b. AFI 11-214, AFI 11-2T-38,
3-3.AT38C, 88FTS IFF Flying Standards Squadron Standards.
b. Maintain or quickly regain tally on

the bandit.
c. Obtain turning room as bandit

maneuvering permits.
b. Fight Analysis a. VMC. a. Maintain / quickly regain tally.
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3, b. Maintain floor awareness.

c. Correctly use visual cues to assess
3-3.AT38C
bandit position in terms of range, aspect
angle, angle-off, line of sight rate, and
relative energy.
d. Recognize lead turn opportunities.
c. Maneuver Selection a. VMC. a. Based on fight analysis, select

appropriate maneuver to maneuver to the
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
control zone, transition to a WEZ, and
employ valid weapons in order to kill the
3-3.AT38C
bandit.
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d. Maneuver Mechanics a. VMC. a. Based on maneuver selection, apply

lift vector, power and G to effectively
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
achieve desired maneuver.
3-3.AT38C b. Do not over-G.
e. WEZ Recognition a. VMC. a. Correctly recognize when a WEZ is

achieved and attempt to employ ordnance.
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
3-3.AT38C
a. ACM Setups a. VMC. a. Expeditiously attain briefed

engagement start parameters IAW
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
Squadron Standards.
3-3.AT38C b. Maintain visual/tally/situational
awareness.
b. Mutual Support Communication a. Any ACM setup, from "fights-on" a. Use 3-1 approved comm brevity to
to "terminate.” the maximum extent possible and avoid
unnecessary communications.
b. AFTTP 3-1.1, 3-3.AT38C, 88FTS
IFF Flying Standards b. Utilize clear, correct, concise
communications to increase situational
c. Operable UHF and/or VHF radio.
awareness.
c. Engaged / Support Maneuvering a. VMC. a. Recognition of threat and own

aircraft parameters.
b. AFI 11-214, 88FTS IFF Flying
Standards, 3-3.AT38C b. Utilize lift vector, power and G in
order to detect adversary by the merge,
maintain visual and tally, and maintain
required role responsibilities for visual
deconfliction throughout the fight.
c. Proper threat reaction in a timely

manner if defensive, employing IRCM.
Ensure deconfliction responsibilities at all
times
d. Adhere to AFI 11-214 separation of

aircraft.
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d. Role Establishment and Contract a. VMC a. Properly establish engaged/support

Execution b. AFI 11-214, AFTTP 3-1.1, 88FTS roles using 3-1 comm, including required
IFF Flying Standards, 3-3.AT38C role swaps.
c. Any ACM setup, from “fights-on” b. Engaged Fighter: Accomplishes best
to “terminate.” BFM to kill and survive while keeping

the bandit predictable. Uses 3-1 comm to
provide situational awareness to the
support fighter.
c. Support Fighter: Maintain

deconfliction from the bandit and
engaged fighter. Utilizes best 2v1 BFM to
kill bandit. Maintains situational
awareness on all players.
e. Weapons Employment a. VMC a. Properly ID adversary and employ

ordnance with clear avenue of fire IAW
b. AFI 11-214, 3-3.AT38C, 88FTS
3-3.AT38C.
IFF Flying Standards
b. Does not shoot flight lead.
c. Any ACM setup, from “fights-on”
to “terminate.”
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20. Surface Attack
a. Conventional and Tactical Range a. VMC. a. Acknowledge altimeter setting,

Procedures and Patterns correctly accomplishes FENCE in/out
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38 V3
1, checks.
3-3.AT38C, AFI 13-212, 88FTS IFF
Flying Standards, local range b. Obtain and maintain pattern spacing
procedures, and Inflight Guide. (±0.3NM) utilizing appropriate spacing
corrections.
c. Maintain awareness of the position

of all other aircraft in the pattern.
d. Executes timely and accurate “Say

Position” drills as required.
e. Communicates proper radio calls

IAW 3-3 and flight brief.
f. Fly at pattern altitude (±200 feet)

and pattern airspeed (±5 percent).
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b. Weapons Delivery Events / a. VMC. a. Begin roll-in from planned base leg
Parameters altitude (±100 feet), airspeed (±10 KIAS),
b. AFI 11-214, 3-3.AT38C, 88FTS
and planned ground track (±0.2NM).
IFF Flying Standards, T38C A/G lineup
Altitude during run-in to pop-up is –0 to
card, and Inflight Guide, AFMAN
Includes: +200 feet. Final heading is ±10 degrees of
11-2T-38V3, 3-3.AT38C, AFI 13-212,
Level Deliveries planned. Maintain parameters during roll-
88FTS IFF Basic Employment Manual
in and final that do not require aborting
Conventional/Popup 10 Deg LAHD
the pass.
Conventional/Popup 20 Deg LALD
b. Achieve release airspeed (±25
Conventional 30 Deg Dive Bomb KIAS), dive angle (±5 degrees), and
release altitude: minimum release
High Angle Strafe (HAS)
altitude (MRA) to planned+100 feet
Long Range Strafe (LRS) (level), MRA to planned +300 feet (10-
degree), MRA to planned +500 feet
(20/30- degree),
c. Strafe — Do not foul, cease firing no

closer than the min firing range, or
recover above the min recovery altitude.
d. Set and maintains Initial Aim-off

Angle (IAA) (±1.5 degrees)
e. Accomplishes hit criteria IAW

88FTS Standards
c. Safe-Escape Maneuver a. VMC. a. Recover from delivery pass without

passing below minimum altitude (IAW
b. AFI 11-214, 3-3.AT38C, 88FTS
AFI 11-214) for the event.
IFF Flying Standards, AFI 11-2T-38
Vol 1, and T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1. b. Do not over-G.
c. Perform Climbing or Level Turning

safe-escape maneuver IAW
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1, Section 5.
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Pilot
d. Error Analysis a. VMC. a. Correlate deviations from pre-

planned delivery parameters with bomb
b. AFI 11-214, 3-3.AT38C, 88FTS
scoring data and results.
IFF Flying, and T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1.
b. Attempt appropriate corrective
measures.
21. Surface Attack Tactics/Air Interdiction/Close Air Support
a. TACS / JFIRE Procedures a. VMC. a. Monitor agencies within the theater

air control system to effectively fly in the
b. AFI 11-214, 3-3.AT38C, 88FTS
area of operation and target area. These
agencies include AWACS/CRS, JSTARS,
c. JP 3-09.3 ASOC, JTAC.
b. Correctly receive and interpret

JTAC’s attack briefing allowing for target
identification and ordnance employment.
Copy all appropriate information from the
9-Line briefing.
c. Proper identification of the correct

target. Proper 1:50K map use (plots target
at correct location, enter target
coordinates into EGI).
d. Comply with JTAC Terminal

Control. Attack assigned target with
proper clearance adhering to attack
restrictions (headings, altitudes).
e. Provide an accurate inflight report to

the appropriate agency IAW flight lead
direction.
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b. Weapons Employment a. VMC. a. Perform full-switchology simulated

ordnance delivery. Ensure all weapons
b. AFMAN 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
systems are set and functioning properly.
3-3.AT38C, 88FTS IFF Flying
Arm appropriate weapons for delivery,
Standards, T-38C Air-to-Ground, SAT
switching to other weapons and disarming
and CAS Lineup Cards.
them prior to leaving the range.
c. Established in the weapons
b. Set all required switch changes.
delivery area.
Execute applicable checks and climb to
d. JP 3-09.3, reach attack parameters. Deconflict from
other flight members. Roll in at the
appropriate point to achieve delivery
angle ±5˚ (±10˚ for deliveries with
planned recovery at/above 10,000' AGL)
and airspeed ±20 knots. Smoothly track
target prior to release. Do not pickle
below minimum release altitude.
c. Attack the correct target.
c. Safe-Escape Maneuver a. VMC. a. Recover from delivery pass without

passing below minimum altitude (IAW
b. AFI 11-214, 3-3.AT38C, 88FTS
AFI 11-214) for the event.
IFF Flying Standards and
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1. b. Do not over-G.
c. Perform Climbing or Level Turning

safe-escape maneuver IAW
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1, Section 5.
d. Threat Reactions a. Recognize threat and initiate

a. VMC.
directive and descriptive radio call.
b. AFI 11-214, 3-3.AT38C, 88FTS
Receive and react to flight lead directives.
SA enhancing communications in relation
to threats.
b. Correctly maneuver aircraft to defeat

simulated threats. Strive to maintain
tactical airspeed. Use power and G as
required to adhere to T.O. limitations. Do
not decelerate below minimum briefed
airspeed. Do not descend below minimum
briefed altitude.
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e. Two-Ship Mutual Support a. VMC. a. Abide with Flight Lead briefed

formation contract. Hold as briefed and
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3
provide appropriate cover while lead
employs (if applicable).
c. JP 3-09.3,
b. Fly proper post-employment
d. Pre, during, and post-attack. deconfliction. Execute egress as briefed.
c. Maintain / quickly regain visual;

adhere to no-sight mutual support blocks.
d. Comply with fighter-to-fighter

briefing.
e. Effectively communicate, if
required, to allow element to quickly
egress the target area.
f. Air Interdiction and Dynamic a. VMC. a. Monitor AWACS/CRS, JSTARS,

Targeting and ASOC to effectively fly in the AOR
b. AFI 11-214, 3-3.AT38C, 88FTS
and target area.
b. Receive and interpret ASOC’s
c. JP 3-30, JP 3-09.3, 3-3.AT38C,
88FTS IFF Flying Standards, Dynamic tasking via modified 10-Line briefing
Targeting allowing for target identification and
ordnance employment.
c. Correctly load navigation and

weapons data into the MDP and comply
with JDAM filming requirements.
d. Attack assigned target with proper

clearance adhering to attack restrictions.
e. Provide an accurate inflight report to

the appropriate agency IAW JP 3-09.3.
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Pilot
a. Guns Tracking Exercise a. VMC. a. Maneuver to attain a guns tracking

solution in the plane-of-motion with
b. AFI 11-214, AFMAN 11-2T-38V3,
proper lead and range.
3-3.AT38C, 88FTS IFF Flying
Standards b. Control overtake with power, proper
pursuit curves, and/or repositioning
maneuvers.
c. Do not close inside minimum range.
b. Heat-to-Guns Exercise a. VMC. a. Wingman maneuvers to point at the

bandit, employs a valid Fox-2, performs an
b. AFI 11-214, and AFMAN 11-2T-38V3
effective turn circle entry, maneuvers to
the control zone, controls closure and
stabilizes in the gun WEZ with the proper
range and lead.
b. Control overtake with power, proper

pursuit curves, and/or repositioning
maneuvers. Do not close inside minimum
range.
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Chapter 3
Academic Training
Section A — General Instructions / Courseware
1. General Instructions
a. Lesson Sequence — Ensure all prerequisite academic training is completed prior to the associated flying or
simulator block of instruction.
b. Examinations — For reference, academic examinations are designated by an “(E)” after the academic block
(e.g., AA-8 (E)). Examinations must be accomplished within 5 training days after completion of the academics.
Informal quizzes and/or oral questions may be used at the discretion of the instructor to evaluate student progress.
The minimum passing score is 85 percent, except for Boldface examination, which must be 100 percent correct. A
student who fails an exam receives additional instruction and takes a parallel exam.
c. Course Critiques — All students must complete course critiques before graduation. Forward critiques for each
academic subject to HQ AETC/A3ZF. Suggestions for course modification, if approved, are integrated into the
academic course.
d. Special Instructions
(1) Section B below provides an outline of the academic training. The lessons with asterisks (*) have associated
study guides that must be completed in preparation for the CBT lesson or classroom lecture.
(2) F-22 UPs are also required to complete the SA-1 through SA-10 Surface-Attack (SA) academic lessons, and
ST-9 Special Training (ST).
2. Courseware Description
a. Specialized Training — Consists of orientation briefings, diversity awareness training, security and local area
procedures, CRM training, and phase briefings.
b. Lecture — Instructor-based training (IBT) that presents new or complex materials, and reviews the course
instruction provided in previous lessons.
c. Computer-Based Training (CBT) — Self-paced lessons designed to replace classroom lessons and provide
interactive training as a prerequisite to a follow-on academic or training device event.
d. Study Guides (SG) — Locally generated document that contains reading assignments and practice questions to
be reviewed prior to the related lecture or CBT lesson.
e. Examinations — Measures achievement of learning objectives for major blocks of training.

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Section B — Academic Inventory
Egress / Life Support (LS)

Unit Title and Objectives Medium Hours
LS-1 T-38C Egress System / Procedures Classroom — Lecture 1.0
/ Training Device
(or current
1. Equipment preflight
LL-02)
2. Seat preflight
3. Strap-in
4. Normal ejection
5. Seat failure procedures
6. Emergency ground egress
LS-2 Parachuting Techniques / Hanging Harness Training Classroom — Lecture 1.0

/ Training Device
(or current
1. Canopy malfunctions
LL-01)
2. Maneuvering techniques
3. Pre-landing preparation
4. Landing
5. Canopy release
LS-3 Aircrew Flight Equipment Familiarization / Training Classroom — Lecture 0.5

(or current
LL-06)
LS-4 Local Area Survival Classroom — Lecture 0.5

(or current SS-
01 & SS-04)
LS-5 Personal Equipment Fitting Equipment Room 1.0

(or current
LL-02)
Total 4.0
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Aerospace Physiology (AP)

AP-1 Advanced Human Performance Classroom — Lecture 1.5
1. Mishap Trends
2. Threat and error management
3. Sensor management
AP-2(E) Warrior Fitness Classroom / Gym — 1.5

Lecture / Examination
1. General orientation
2. Fighter Aircrew Conditioning Test (FACT) (US Only)
Total 3.0
Specialized Training (ST)

ST-1 Familiarization and Orientation Squadron — Lecture 1.5
1. Training Folder Procedures
2. Briefing / Debriefing
3. Lineup card
4. Local flight clearance form
5. Physical conditioning
6. Safety / Flight discipline
7. Professional Relationships
ST-2 Local Area Procedures Squadron — Lecture 1.5
1. IFF Syllabus introduction
2. Local area procedures

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ST-3 Aircraft Familiarization / Ground Operations Lecture / Training Device 1.0
1. FCP / RCP differences
2. Before exterior inspection
3. Exterior inspection
4. Interior inspection (RCP)
5. After landing / engine shutdown (RCP)
6. Egress procedures (RCP)
ST-4 Cockpit / Crew Resource Management Squadron / Classroom 1.0

— Lecture
1. Crew / wingman coordination examples
2. Crew / wingman coordination standards
3. Crew / wingman responsibilities
ST-5 OBFM Phase Briefing (Locally developed) Squadron — Lecture 1.0
1. OBFM Procedures
2. Review Training rules in AFI 11-214
3. Local procedures, 3-3.AT38C
ST-6 DBFM Phase Briefing (Locally developed) Squadron — Lecture 1.0
1. DBFM Procedures
ST-7 HABFM Phase Briefing (Locally developed) Squadron — Lecture 1.0
1. HABFM Procedures

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ST-8 Air Combat Maneuvering (Locally developed) Squadron — Lecture 1.0
1. ACM Procedures
ST-9 Surface Attack Phase Briefing (Locally developed) Squadron — Lecture 1.0
1. Review applicable sections of 3-3.AT38C,

AFI 11-2T / AT-38, Vol. 3.
2. Low-altitude and local procedures, squadron standards.
ST-10 Surface Attack Tactics / Air Interdiction / Squadron — Lecture 2.0

Close Air Support (Locally developed)
1. Review applicable sections of JP 3-.09.3.
2. Local procedures, squadron standards, 3-3.AT38C.
ST-12 Aircraft Weapons (Locally developed) Wing / Base — 2.0

Lecture / Tour
1. This special mission should be a visit to a munitions
squadron / load barn for students to see actual / inert
weapons.
Total 14.0
Advanced Handling (AH)

AH-1* T-38 Advanced Handling Characteristics Classroom — Lecture 1.0
1. G-awareness
2. Engine envelope
3. Acceleration maneuver
4. Turning performance
5. Loaded versus unloaded rolls / reversals
6. High angle of attack (AOA) flight
7. High- and low-speed dive recoveries

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AH-2* Energy Maneuverability Classroom — Lecture 1.0
1. Total energy
2. Specific energy
3. Specific excess power
4. Aircraft maneuverability
5. HM / FM diagrams
Total 2.0
Basic Fighter Maneuvers (AA)

AA-1* A/A Master Mode CBT Lab — CBT 1.0
1. A/A controls
2. A/A displays
AA-2* Systems and Exercises Classroom — Lecture 1.5
1. Range / mil relationships
2. Aspect angle / heading crossing angle
3. Weapons employment zone
4. Heat-to-guns / guns tracking exercise
5. FENCE check
AA-3* BFM Terms and Training Rules Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. BFM fundamentals / principles
2. Plane of the defender
3. Aircraft separation / overshoots
4. Line of sight rate
5. BFM tools
6. Training rules
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AA-4* Offensive Maneuvering Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. Pre-engagement exercises
2. Pre-engagement preparation
3. Out-of-plane maneuvers
4. Quarter plane exercise
5. High angle gunshot / separation
6. BFM code words and concepts
7. OBFM setups
AA-5* Defensive Maneuvering Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. DBFM objectives
2. DBFM game plan
3. Pre-engagement preparation
4. Defensive turns
5. Extensions
6. Separation
7. Gun defense
8. Reversal
9. DBFM setups
AA-6* Advanced Maneuvering Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. Canned BFM versus “Dogfight”
2. Flight spectrum / air-to-air game plans
3. Game plan tools
4. Offensive / defensive game plans
5. No sight game plans
AA-7 Review Classroom — Lecture 0.5
AA-8(E) Examination and Critique Classroom — Examination 1.0

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AA-9* High-Aspect BFM Maneuvering Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. High-aspect defined
2. High-aspect BFM objectives / considerations
3. Lead turn concepts
4. High aspect setups
5. Merge options
6. Common errors
7. Training rules
AA-10 Air Combat Maneuvering Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. Air Combat Maneuvering Fundamentals
2. Tactical Priorities
3. Engaged / Support Contract, Roles and

Responsibilities
4. Contract
5. Communication Definitions
Total 16.0
Surface Attack (SA)

SA-1* A/G Master Mode CBT Lab — CBT 1.0
1. A/G controls and displays
2. A/G master mode
3. A/G scoring
SA-2* Surface Attack Basics Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. Preflight
2. Weapons release controls
3. Basic bombing theory

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SA-3* CCIP Employment Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. CCIP mechanization
2. CCIP employment (bombs and strafe)
3. Errors (aircraft, pilot, environment)
4. Error analysis
SA-4* Wind Effects Classroom — Lecture 1.5
1. Wind effects on sight picture
2. Patterns adjustments for winds
SA-5* Patterns, Procedure and Parameters Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. Range Classes
2. Range entry / spacer pass / designation pass
3. Conventional range procedures (including strafe)
4. Training Rules / Fouls
5. Weather minimums
6. Contingencies
7. Recovery
8. Local Ranges
SA-6* Popup and Level Deliveries Classroom — Lecture 1.5
1. Tactical considerations
2. Level patterns
3. Pop-up patterns
4. Local Procedures
SA-7 Review Classroom — Lecture 1.0
SA-8(E) Examination and Critique Classroom — Examination 1.5

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SA-9 TACS / AAGS / JFIRE Procedures Classroom — Lecture 2.0
1. Review elements and functions of the TAGS and

relationship to the Army air-ground system.
2. Army organization, symbology and doctrine.
3. Battlefield airspace control procedures.
4. Fire support control measures.
5. Review AFTTP (I) 3-26.
6. CAS historical perspective.
7. Conditions for effective CAS.
8. Fratricide.
SA-10 ACO / ATO /Dynamic Targeting Procedures Classroom — Lecture 1.0
1. Introduce applicable sections of JP 3-30.
Total 15.5
Aircrew Graduate Evaluation (AGEP) (Completed by Flight Commander only)

IS-500 SUPT Feedback Data Entry 0.5
IS-501 CSO Feedback Data Entry 0.5
Total 1.0
Overall Total 721.0
Chapter 4
Pilot Flying Training
Section A — Pilot Device Training
1. Special Instructions
a. Weapon System Trainer (WST) / Operational Flight Trainer (OFT) missions require grade sheets. Use the
grading criteria and Course Training Standards in Chapter 2.
b. Instructors may adjust specific WST/OFT mission tasks and profiles around individual student needs and
equipment constraints, but must ensure the student receives all training listed in the mission objectives. Explain
deviations on the grade sheet.
c. F-22 UPs are also required to complete the SS-3 WST/OFT mission.
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2. Mission Accomplishment
a. Accomplish all WST/OFT missions in the simulator, unless otherwise specified in the mission card. WSTs
will be used to the max extent possible, and for some missions, are the only approved option (reference the
“media” section of each mission card). If the WST/OFT is not available (hard broken / no parts, down for
modification, etc.) and the mission cannot be delayed or rescheduled to a later date without affecting the student’s
training, then the squadron commander may approve the following as alternative training:
(1) SEP mission — Use the aircraft cockpit and/or tabletop briefing / discussion.
(2) CRM mission — Substitute a tabletop briefing / discussion and emphasize instrument procedures; fly additional
instrument approaches in the aircraft. For the CRM-4, a VR sim is the preferred option over a tabletop briefing.
(3) SF, SB, SACM, SS missions — Substitute a tabletop briefing / discussion. Emphasize the exercises and
maneuver tasks introduced on these missions.
Note: Document any alternative training approved / accomplished in the student’s training folder.
b. All actual simulator sorties require a minimum of 1 instrument approach be flown (optional for a VR sim).
c. For CRM missions only, if scheduling constraints preclude using a WST or OFT, the mission may be flown in a
UTD.
d. WST/OFT mission briefings and debriefings are normally scheduled for 30 minutes each (Exception: 15
minutes for SEP and CRM briefings / debriefings). Adjustments may be made by the instructor within the constraints
of good training.
e. Mission task key.
Bold & Italics — Demonstrate proficiency.

Italics — Required for that sortie (if not accomplished, enter on unaccomplished task log).
Normal — Suggested event for that sortie (if not accomplished, do not enter on unaccomplished task log).
Asterisk (*) — First time a task is introduced.
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Section B — Weapon System Trainer (WST) / Operational Flight Trainer (OFT)
CRM-1
Cockpit Resource Management and Instrument Procedures Time: 1.3

Crew: P / IP or P / Simulator Instructor Media: WST / OFT /
Prerequisites: ST-4 UTD
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in instrument procedures and approaches.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in communication, risk management / decision-making,
situational awareness, fuel management, Trail Departure, Lost Wingman Procedures,
RTB procedures and normal landings.
Specific Mission Tasks
• Cockpit / Crew Resource Management
o Communication (1b)
o Risk Management / Decision-Making (1c)
o Situational Awareness (1d)
• Emergency Procedures (2a)
• Departure Administration
o *Trail Departure (3e)
• Flight Administration
o Fuel Management (4b)
o *Lost Wingman Procedures (4c)
• Recovery Administration
o RTB Procedures (5a)
o Normal Landing (5b)
• Instrument Procedures
o Holding (7a)
o Penetration (7b)
o Precision Approach (7c)
o Nonprecision Approach (7d)
o Missed Approach (7e)
o Unusual Attitude Recovery (7f)
Special Instructions
1. CRM-1 will fly as a 2-ship until going lost wingman.
2. Fly local area approaches.
3. Fly at least one HUD-Out instrument approach.
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SEP-1
Emergency Procedures Time: 1.3

Crew: P / IP or P / Simulator Instructor Media: WST / OFT
Prerequisites: CRM-1
Mission Objectives — Demonstrate proficiency in mission analysis, task management, ground
operations, takeoff, emergency procedures, Single-Engine Go-Around, and No-Flap and Single-
Engine Approach and Landing.
o Mission Analysis (1a)
o Task Management (1e)
o Ground Operations (3a)
o Single-Ship Takeoff (3b)
o Single-Engine Approach and Landing (5d)
o Single-Engine Go-Around (5e)
o No-Flap Approach and Landing (5f)
o Instrument Approach (7c,d)
1. Discuss local alternate / emergency airfield divert procedures.
2. Simulate at least one abort scenario where an engine is stuck at a high power setting
and/or is unresponsive to throttle input.
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CRM-2, 3, 4
Cockpit Resource Management and Instrument Procedures Time: 1.3

Crew: P / IP or P / Simulator Instructor Media: WST / OFT /
Prerequisites: SEP-1 UTD
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in HUD out approaches (SI-3).
2. Practice mission tasks below.
o Risk Management/Decision Making (1c)
o Departure (3d)
o Normal Landing (5c)
o Holding (7a)
o Penetration (7b)
o Precision Approach (7c) (refer to SPINS)
o Non-precision Approach (7d) (refer to SPINS)
o Unusual Attitude Recovery (7f)
1. On CRM-4, fly at the student’s follow-on FTU if available.
2. Fly at least one HUD-Out instrument approach.
3. Fly instrument departures / approaches to and from fields other than the home station.
Emphasize solving CRM problems while continuing to fly precise instrument approaches.
4. CRM-3 should include at least one VFR Arrival to a field other than the home station.
5. CRM-4 should be flown as close as possible to the end of course.
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SB-1
BFM Procedures Time: 1.3

Crew: P / IP or P / Simulator Instructor Media: OFT / WST
Prerequisites: AA-4, ST-5, SEP-1
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in Wingman Consideration / Flight Coordination, G-
Awareness, and G-Awareness Turns.
2. Introduce quarter-plane exercises.
3. Introduce offensive BFM from medium and short-range setups.
4. Practice mission tasks listed below.
• Cockpit / Crew Resource Management (1)
• Flight Administration (4)
• Area Administration (6)
o G-Awareness (6a)
o G-Awareness Turns (6c)
• Two-Ship Formation–Basic (8)
• Two-Ship Formation–Tactical (10)
• Offensive BFM Exercises
o *Quarter-Plane Exercise (15a)
• Offensive BFM Tasks (16)
o *3,000-foot
o *6,000-foot
• Recovery Administration (5)
1. Discuss WST OFT limitations and considerations for BFM.
2. After initial defensive move, bandit transitions to a non-maneuvering, predictable bandit.
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SB-2
BFM Procedures Time: 1.3

Crew: P / IP / Simulator Instructor or P / 2 Simulator Instructors Media: WST/ OFT
Prerequisites: AA-5, SB-1, ST-6
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in Visual Search.
2. Introduce jink and reversal / scissors exercise.
3. Introduce defensive BFM from short and medium range setups.
• Departure Administration (3)
o *Visual Search (4a)
• Defensive BFM Exercises
o *Reversal / Scissors Exercise (16b)
o *Jink Exercise (16c)
• Defensive BFM Tasks (15)
o *6,000-foot
o *3,000-foot
Special Instructions — Discuss WST / OFT limitations and considerations for BFM
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SACM-1 (Track A & Track B with ACM Option)
ACM Procedures Time: 1.3

Crew: P / as required Media: WST/OFT/VR
Prerequisites: AA-10, ST-8, HB-1
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce 2 v 1 element maneuvering from offensive and defensive positions.
2. Introduce mission tasks listed below.
• *Defensive 6,000' Perch Setups (18)
o No switch (Bandit behind #1)
o Late switch (Bandit behind #2)
o Early switch (Bandit behind #2)
1. Emphasize correct communication, deconfliction, engaged maneuvering, mutual support.
2. IP of record is the Direct Support IP/Flight Lead.
3. Part-task the mission to start in the MOA.
4. Limit Bandits to 1 switch per setup.
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SS-1
Surface Attack Procedures Time: 1.3

Prerequisites: SA-5, ST-9
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce basic range procedures and patterns.
2. Introduce basic weapons delivery events / parameters, recoveries, and error analysis.
• Area Administration
o *Armament Switchology / FENCE Check (6d)
• Surface Attack Tasks
o *Basic Range Procedures and Patterns (20a)
 *10° LAHD (20b)
 *20° LALD (20b)
 *30° DB (20b)
 *High Angle Strafe (20b)
o *Climbing Safe-Escape Maneuver (CSEM) (20c)
o *Level Turning Maneuver (20c)
o *Error Analysis (20d)
1. Discuss WST / OFT limitations and considerations for surface attack operations.
2. Use local range patterns and procedures.
3. Level Turning Maneuver introduced as an option for 10° LAHD deliveries.
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SS-2

Prerequisites: SS-1, SA-9, ST-10
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce level and popup range procedures and patterns.
2. Introduce level and popup weapons delivery events / parameters, recoveries, and error
analysis.
3. Introduce Medium-Altitude weapons delivery events.
5. Demonstrate proficiency in Armament Switchology / FENCE Check.
o Armament Switchology / FENCE Check (6d)
o *Level and Popup Range Procedures and Patterns (20a)
 *Level Delivery (20b)
 *10° LAHD Popup Attack (20b)
 *20° LALD Popup Attack (20b)
 * Long Range Strafe (20b)
o Climbing Safe-Escape Maneuver (20c)
o *Level Turning Maneuver (20c)
o Error Analysis (20d)
• Surface Attack Tactics
o *Medium-Altitude Weapons Deliveries (21b)
Special Instructions — Use local range patterns and procedures.
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SS-3 (F-22 Students only)

Crew: P / IP or UP / Simulator Instructor Media: WST/OFT/VR
Prerequisites: SA-10, ST-9
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce armament switchology / FENCE check.
2. Introduce high altitude ingress, TOT control and egress.
3. Introduce high altitude CCRP weapons delivery.
4. Introduce dynamic tasking.
5. Practice Cockpit Resource management.
6. Practice mission tasks listed below
• Surface Attack Tactics / Air Interdiction / Close Air Support
o * Weapons Employment (21b)
o * Threat Reactions (21d)
o * Air Interdiction and Dynamic Targeting (21f)
1. The primary objective of this mission is to introduce F-22 UPs to basic high altitude level
deliveries and dynamic tasking.
2. Emphasize basic CRM and task management skills to handle new situations.
3. If time permits, provide the student with a CRM problem emphasizing use of standard
procedures already mastered to solve a new and unusual problem.
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Section C — General Instructions
1. Intent — The intent of the syllabus is to provide the student with a basic understanding of the concepts involved
in flying a fighter aircraft and to develop the proper mentality of a fighter wingman.
2. Takeoff — A static takeoff must be accomplished on H-1. After H-1, unless a formation takeoff is required, any
kind of takeoff (static or rolling) may be accomplished.
3. Instrument Training — The purpose of the instrument training is to ensure the student maintains proficiency in
instrument procedures throughout the course to arrive at the FTU competent to fly instrument procedures in fighter
aircraft.
a. A minimum of 12 instrument approaches is required for IFF course graduation. At least six have to be flown
in the aircraft, the remaining can be accomplished in the simulator. A mix of approaches (TACAN, VOR, LOC,
ILS, RNAV, and PAR / ASR) should be flown. By the end of DB-4 proficiency has to be achieved in both
precision and non-precision approach.
b. Additional instrument training can be accomplished on any mission, as time and conditions permit.
c. Once the student accomplishes 6 instrument approaches, the IP may alter recovery administration tasks on the
mission card to improve student training.
d. Instrument approach procedures are mandatory on HB-2 for Track A students, S-3 and SAT-1 for Tracks B and
C students.
4. Formation Training — After the student completes OB-2, fly four-ship formations to the maximum extent
practical. This is desired but not required for mission completion unless addressed in the Special Instructions. A
minimum of 2 Four-ship formation sorties is required. A minimum of 2 formation takeoffs and 2 formation approaches
must be flown by the end of the course. The student demonstrates proficiency on the second attempt on formation
takeoffs, formation approaches. Formation approaches as well as trail departures may be flown on any sortie throughout
the syllabus if WX or ATC require.
5. Solo Student Flights — OB-4, DB-4, and HB-3, may be flown solo at the discretion of the Squadron Commander.
Document Squadron Commander authorization in the student’s training folder. Students must also demonstrate
proficiency in emergency procedures and normal, single-engine and No-Flap landings prior to flying solo. Emergency
pattern currency for students is 30 days (Exception: Former T-38 IPs with a current Form 8). On the sortie prior to a solo
sortie, the IP of record annotates “Cleared Solo” on the student’s grade sheet indicating all required items are
accomplished and the IP believes the student is ready to fly solo (this IP should be the direct support IP for the following
solo sortie to the maximum extent possible). An IP may fly with the student on designated solo sorties if weather is not at
or above student minimums. This IP attends the briefing (no debriefing) and acts as a safety observer only. Document
solo flights in the remarks section of AETC Form 901 and student activity record AETC Form 902 (or TIMS student
résumé). The following restrictions apply to solo students*:
a. Departure and recovery weather must be VFR.

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b. Solo IFF students may climb and descend through IMC if the ceiling is at or above 5,000 feet AGL, not more
than 2,000 feet thick, and the minimum inflight visibility above and below the ceiling is 5 NM.
*Exception: Former T-38C IPs with a Current AF Form 8 Instrument/Qual who have accomplished a precision approach
within 30 days. Squadron Commanders determine Pilot Weather Category.
c. Students must demonstrate proficiency in tactical four-ship formation prior to flying solo in a four-ship.
d. Any solo sortie graded NE-SNP may not be reflown solo.
6. Student RTB — Students must navigate the recovery (RTB) on a minimum of 3 sorties prior to graduation. May be
flown single ship.
7. Special Syllabus Requirement Overview:
Special Syllabus Requirement Minimum Requirement
4-ship Formation 2
Formation T/O 2
Formation Approach 2
Student RTB 3
Instrument Approach 6 in a/c, 12 total

including Penetration 1 in a/c
8. Instructor Continuity
a. Students fly with the same IP on the following sorties:
b. OB-1 and OB-2
c. DB-1 and DB-2
d. HB-1 and HB-2 (Track A only)
e. S-1 and S-2
f. The flight commander may approve changes to the continuity requirements due to extenuating circumstances.
Document breaks in IP continuity in the student’s training folder.
9. Previously Practiced Maneuvers — Once a task appears in a mission description, it may be performed on
subsequent missions. Tasks must be graded if performed.
10. Non-syllabus Sorties — Students may fly in the rear cockpit as an observer on flights with an IP after completing
the following requirements (list these on AETC Form 902 or TIMS student résumé as “sandbag” sorties):
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b. Life Support training accomplished
c. Flight Records / FEF review
d. Squadron Operations Officer clearance
If, during the course of a regularly scheduled student sortie, fallout occurs post engine start that would ordinarily cause
cancellation if FCP student and RCP IP swap seats, an IP ID mission may be flown with the student remaining in the
FCP. This will be treated as a regular non-syllabus sortie/ID mission.
11. Required Tasks — Grade the following tasks / subtasks on all pilot aircraft missions as appropriate:
a. Cockpit Resource Management
b. Emergency Procedures
c. Departure Administration
d. Flight Administration
e. Recovery Administration
f. Area Administration
12. Unaccomplished Tasks — Missions may be graded effective / incomplete if the unaccomplished items can be
performed on future missions with no degradation to training and student performance meets standards. Enter the items
on the grade sheet and unaccomplished task log and complete the items as soon as practical. If proficiency is required on
a particular task that was unaccomplished (due to fuel, weather, ATC, etc.), the student may advance to the next sortie or
phase of training and perform the event requiring proficiency on the next sortie.
13. Aircraft / Crew Composition — The “X” in crews listed as IP / X can be solo, upgrading instructor pilot (UIP), or
any authorized observer.
14. Extended Break Prior to FTU — Every attempt should be made to fly the last sortie within 45 days of FTU start.
In all cases, UP will meet FTU landing currency requirements.
15. Over-G — An Over-G normally triggers a Non-effective SNP. In extenuating circumstances (for instance: the pilot
over-G’s to avoid pop up traffic on a low-level or experiences a false over-G indication due to an aircraft anomaly), the
IP of record will discuss the matter with a squadron supervisor, using DTC data as required, to decide about the grade.
The event will be noted in detail in the UP’s grade sheet.
Section D — Advanced Handling Characteristics
1. Intent — The Advanced Handling Characteristics Phase is intended to teach the student squadron standards used by
fighters as well as the flight discipline required of a fighter pilot. Advanced Handling Characteristics should prepare the
student to “max perform” the aircraft as required during basic fighter maneuvers (BFM).
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2. Mission SPINS
a. H-1 should be flown single-ship.
b. H-1 must be briefed as an H-1 mission to count; Advanced Handling sorties flown as a result of flight fallout do
not count as a H-1 sortie.
c. Instructor Pilots must reference Chapter 2 (CTS) for mission subtasks for each sortie.
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H-1
Aircraft: 1 Time: 1.0

Crew: P / IP
Prerequisites: AH-2, AP-2(E), LS-5, SEP-1
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in Single-Ship Takeoff.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in Instrument procedures.
3. Introduce advanced handling maneuvers / exercises.
o *Ground Operations (3a)
o *Single-Ship Takeoff (static)(3b)
o *Departure (3d)
o *Fuel Management (4b)
o *G-Awareness (6a)
o *AGSM (6b)
o *G-Awareness Turns (6c)
o *Armament Switchology / FENCE Check
(6d)
• Advanced Handling
o Break Turn Exercise / Accelerated Stall (12a)
o Energy Maneuverability (12b)
o Single-Ship Jink Exercise (12c)
o High-/ Low-Speed Dive Recovery (12d)
o Penetration
o *SSE Approach and Landing (5d)
o *Normal Pattern and Landing (5b,c)
o *No-Flap Approach and Landing (5f)
1. Formation takeoff permitted if required by WX or ATC.

2. Emphasize single-ship advanced handling and instrument procedures.
3. Fly at least one HUD-Out instrument approach on this sortie.
4. Proficiency in Emergency Patterns required for solo clearance, not for mission
completion.
5. Mandatory briefing item: Minimum Time Climb and Min Fuel Recovery, EP briefing
“Emergency Divert”
6. A penetration should be flown
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Section E — Basic Fighter Maneuvers (BFM — OB / DB / HB)
1. Intent — The intent of the BFM phase is to teach the student the basic principles of BFM while flying against a
restricted bandit from short and medium range perch setups. Emphasize universal principles vice T-38C specific training.
2. Instrument Training — Refer to Chapter 4, Section C, Paragraph 2 for instrument approach requirements.
3. Formation Training — To ensure students maintain proficiency in basic formation tasks, IPs should make every
effort to use available mission time to practice basic (close, route) and tactical formations with associated tasks such as
turns, rejoins, etc., during departure and recovery. Course training standards state basic formation and tactical rejoins
must be proficient (2 level) if accomplished.
4. Instructor Continuity — Students fly with the same IP on the first two missions of each BFM module [OB-1 / OB-
2, DB-1 / DB-2, HB-1 / HB-2 (Track A)].
5. Mission SPINS
a. Bandit Role — The bandit is the training aid for all engagements and exercises. The bandit is restricted IAW
Squadron Standards. Instructors restrict bandit maneuvering to reflect the briefed objectives. The flight lead briefs
order and flow of the scripted bandit presentations on OB-1, OB-2, DB-1, DB-2, and HB-1. Denying turning room
and creating closure problems are all appropriate once the student shows progression.
b. Combining Tasks — Required BFM tasks may be practiced separately or in combination according to a briefed,
logical sequence as student proficiency permits.
c. Simulated Weapons Load / Employment Parameters — Refer to Squadron Standards.
d. Instructor Pilots must reference Chapter 2 (CTS) for mission subtasks for each sortie.
e. OB-3 and DB-3 can be flown as “supervised solo” with an IP acting as safety observer in the backseat. Flight
lead will be the IP of record. The IP for OB-2/ DB-2 will annotate “cleared Breather option” on the grade sheet based
on the student’s progress.
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OB-1

Crew: IP / X, P / IP
Prerequisites: SB-1, H-1
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in Ground Operations and Departure.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in Normal Pattern and Landing
3. Introduce quarter plane exercise.
4. Introduce offensive BFM from short-range setups.
o Departure (3d)
• Offensive BFM Exercises
o *Quarter Plane Exercise (14a)
o *3,000-foot
o Normal Pattern and Landing (5b,c)
o SSE Approach and Landing (5d)
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OB-2

Prerequisites: OB-1
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in Mission Analysis,
Flight Administration, Area Administration, and RTB Procedures.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in 2-ship basic formation.
3. Introduce Formation Takeoff and Formation Approach.
4. Introduce offensive BFM from medium-range setups.
Departure Administration
o *Formation Takeoff (3c)
o Visual Search (4a)
o G-Awareness (6a)
o AGSM (6b)
o Battle Damage Check (6e)
o Two-Ship Formation–Basic (8)
o Two-Ship Formation–Tactical (10)
o 3,000-foot
o *6,000-foot
o *Formation Approach (Wing) (5g)
Special Instructions — None.
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OB-3 (Tracks A and B only)

Prerequisites: OB-2
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in Formation Takeoff, Formation Approach.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in 2-ship tactical formation.
o Formation Takeoff (Wing) (3c) (if second attempt)
o 6,000-foot
o 3,000-foot
o Formation Approach (5g) (if second attempt)
1. Once the student has demonstrated proficiency against the cuffed bandit, difficulty may
be increased IAW Squadron Standards.
2. By the end of the sortie the student should have seen a bandit that denies turning room,
jinks when appropriate, and causes a closure problem from both the 6,000-foot and
3,000-foot setups.
completion.
4. Formation takeoff, Formation approach. — Once the events have been performed twice
and proficiency was attained, any takeoffs and landings may be flown to maintain
proficiency.
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OB-4 (Tracks A and B only)

Crew: IP / X, P / IP or IP / X, P / X
Prerequisites: OB-3
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in offensive BFM from short and medium range setups.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in CRM tasks.
o Flight Coordination (1f)
o 6,000-foot
o 3,000-foot
1. Can only be flown solo, if student has demonstrated proficiency in SSE Approaches and
Landings and No-Flap Patterns / Approaches and Landings within the last 30 days.
2. Once the student has demonstrated proficiency against the cuffed bandit, G and/or power
setting may be increased.
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DB-1

Prerequisites: SB-2, OB-4 (Track A / B) or OB-2 (Track C), AA-6
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in Formation Takeoff, Formation Approach.
(Track C only).
2. Demonstrate proficiency in 2-ship tactical formation. (Track C only)
3. Introduce defensive BFM exercises.
4. Introduce defensive BFM from medium range setups.
o Formation Takeoff (Wing) (Track C only) (3c) (if second attempt)
o *Defensive Ranging / Pursuit Curve Exercise (16a)
o *Reversal / Scissors Exercise (16b)
o *6,000-foot
o Formation Approach (Wing) (Track C only) (5g) (if second attempt)
1. During the reversal / scissors, the bandit provides a high LOS overshoot (without
excessive airspeed) and attempts to force a scissors.
2. Formation takeoff, Formation approach — Once the events have been performed twice
and proficiency was attained, any takeoffs and landings may be flown to maintain
proficiency.
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DB-2

Prerequisites: DB-1, AA-8(E)
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce jink exercise and defensive BFM from short-range setups.
o Instrument Trail Departure (3e) (Track C only)
o *Jink Exercise (16c)
o 6,000-foot
o *3,000-foot
• Instrument Approach (7c,d)
1. Emergency Approaches and Landings as necessary for solo clearance.
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DB-3

Prerequisites: DB-2
Mission Objectives
1. Practice defensive BFM from short and medium range setups.
o 6,000-foot
o 3,000-foot
3. By the end of this sortie the student should have seen a bandit that selects both lag and
lead pursuit curves in the 3,000-foot and 6,000-foot setups.
4. Emergency Approaches and Landings as necessary for solo clearance.
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DB-4

Prerequisites: DB-3
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in defensive BFM from short and medium range setups.
o 6,000-foot
o 3,000-foot
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HB-1 (Tracks A and B only)

Prerequisites: AA-9, ST-7, DB-4
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce lead turn exercise.
2. Introduce high aspect BFM.
• High-Aspect BFM Exercises
o *Lead-Turn Exercise (17a)
• High-Aspect BFM Tasks (18)
o *One Circle
o *Two Circle
Special Instructions — Bandit Presentations IAW Squadron Standards.
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HB-2 (Tracks A and B only)

Crew: P / IP, P / IP or IP / X, P / IP
Prerequisites: HB-1
Mission Objectives
1. Practice high aspect BFM.
3. Introduce High Angle Gun / Separation Exercise (Track A only).
• High-Aspect BFM exercises
o *High Angle Gun / Separation Exercise (17b) (Track A only).
• High-Aspect BFM tasks (18)
o Instrument approach (Track A only)
1. All students (A & B track) must demonstrate proficiency in CRM tasks on HB-2.
2. Expose the student to both single-circle and two-circle fights by HB-2. The bandit selects
appropriate times during the engagements to establish either a one- or two-circle fight.
3. Once the student has demonstrated proficiency against the limited bandit, G and/or power
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HB-3 (Track A only)

Prerequisites: HB 2
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in high aspect BFM.
• High-Aspect BFM tasks (18)
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Section F — Air Combat Maneuvering (ACM)
1. Intent — The intent of the ACM phase is to teach the student basic principles of ACM from within-visual-range
setups. Emphasize element deconfliction and mutual support.
3. Formation Training — To ensure students maintain proficiency in basic formation tasks, IPs should make every
effort to use available mission time to practice basic (close, route) and tactical formations with associated tasks such as
turns, rejoins, etc., during departure and recovery.
4. Mission SPINS
a. Bandit Role — The bandit is the training aid for all engagements and exercises. Instructors restrict bandit
maneuvering to reflect the briefed objectives. The flight lead briefs order and flow of the scripted bandit
presentations.
b. Simulated Weapons Load / Employment Parameters — Refer to Squadron Standards.
c. Instructor Pilots must reference Chapter 2 (CTS) for mission subtasks for each sortie.
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ACM-1 (Track A & Track B with ACM Option)

Crew: IP / X, P / IP, MP/X (Red Air)
Prerequisites: HB-2, SACM-1
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce 2 v 1 element maneuvering from defensive positions.
2. Introduce mission tasks listed below.
• Two/Three-Ship Formation–Basic (8,9)
• Two/Three-Ship Formation–Tactical (10,11)
• * Defensive 6,000' Perch Setups (19)
o No switch (bandit behind #1)
o Late switch into & away (Bandit behind #2)
Special Instructions — None
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ACM-2 (Track A & Track B with ACM Option)

Crew: IP / X, P / IP, MP/X (Red Air)
Prerequisites: ACM-1
Mission Objectives
1. Practice 2 v 1 element maneuvering from defensive position.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in Mutual Support Communication (3-1) and Role
Establishment and Contract Execution.
• Two/Three-Ship Formation–Basic (8,9)
• Two/Three-Ship Formation–Tactical (10,11)
• Defensive 6,000' Perch Setups (19)
o No switch (bandit behind #1)
o Late switch (Bandit behind #2)
• Air Combat Maneuvering
o Mutual Support Communication (3-1) (19b)
o Role Establishment and Contract Execution (19d)
Special Instructions — None
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Section G — Surface Attack
1. Intent — The intent of the surface attack phase is to gain student proficiency in range procedures, range patterns,
achieving weapons delivery parameters, safe-escape, and error analysis.
3. Formation Training — Missions may launch with fewer than four aircraft when scheduling or maintenance
constraints do not support a four-ship. However, each student must fly at least one four-ship range mission prior to
graduation. If a briefed member of the formation ground or air aborts, a three-ship may fulfill this requirement with IP
of Record concurrence. Scheduling a three-ship mission does not meet the intent of this requirement.
4. Instructor Continuity — Students fly with the same IP on S-1 and S-2
5. Mission SPINS
a. Weapons Events — Make every attempt to expose the student to all weapons delivery events. If weather or other
circumstances preclude 20-degree, 30-degree deliveries, or HAS, the student may advance in training with the
appropriate mission labeled incomplete. The minimums for graduation are level patterns, 10-degree basic and 10-
degree popup deliveries. The student may graduate with 20-degree, 30-degree, and HAS deliveries graded to a 1-
level if attempted on only one sortie in the surface attack phase. Make every effort to accomplish all events as a good
foundation for the SAT/CAS phase. Annotate any shortfalls in training on the student’s training reports.
b. Range Requirements — Surface attack training should be accomplished on a class A range to the maximum
extent possible. Annotate the student’s grade sheet if a class A range is not used.
c. High Angle Strafe — The Squadron Standards define slant ranges and dive angles for all strafe events. If not
accomplished, annotate the student’s grade sheet, unaccomplished task log, and training report.
d. Low-Altitude Strafe — Flown by Track B and Track C students.
e. Simulated Ordnance Load — Refer to Squadron Standards.
f. Instructor Pilots must reference Chapter 2 (CTS) for mission task sub elements for each sortie.
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S-1 (Tracks B and C only)
Aircraft: 4 or 2 Time: 0.9
Crew: IP / X, P / IP, IP / X, P / IP or IP / X, P / IP
Prerequisites: SS-1, DB-4
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce basic range procedures and patterns.
2. Introduce basic weapons delivery events / parameters (10° LAHD, 20° LALD, 30° DB,
HAS), safe-escape maneuver and error analysis.
o *Basic Range Procedures and Patterns (20a)
 *10° LAHD (20b)
 *20° LALD (20b)
 *30° DB (20b)
 *High Angle Strafe (20b)
o *Climbing Safe-Escape Maneuver (20c)
o *Error Analysis (20d)
1. Execute a Climbing Safe-Escape Maneuver in the conventional pattern I.A.W.
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1 after all attacks. Level Turning Maneuver may be used in lieu of
CSEM on 10° LAHD deliveries for weather if flown on SS-1 and briefed prior.
2. For S-1, the 4-ship option will only be planned with an IP in the FCP (Direct Support) of
the #1 and #3 aircraft. In case of mixing S-1 and S-2 missions in one formation, the S-1
UP has to be led by an IP in the FCP of the DS aircraft. The S-2 UP may fly the position
behind an S-1 UP but not vice versa. If necessary, rearrange formation during dropouts.
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Crew: IP / X, P / IP, P / IP, P / IP or P / IP, P / IP
Prerequisites: S-1
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in basic range procedures and patterns.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in basic weapons delivery events / parameters (10° LAHD, 20°
LALD, 30° DB, HAS) and safe-escape maneuver.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in armament switchology / FENCE check.
• Four-Ship Formation–Basic (9)
• Four-Ship Formation–Tactical (11)
o Basic Range Procedures and Patterns (20a)
 10° LAHD (20b)
 20° LALD (20b)
 30° DB (20b)
 High Angle Strafe (20b)
1. Execute a Climbing Safe-Escape Maneuver in the conventional pattern I.A.W.
TO. 1T-38C-34-1-1 after all attacks.
2. Level Turning Maneuver may be used in lieu of CSEM on 10° LAHD deliveries for
weather. If second attempt, UP must demonstrate proficiency.
3. If 20-degree LALD, 30-degree DB, HAS are attempted on only one sortie, proficiency is
not required for graduation.
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Prerequisites: SA 8(E), SS-2, S-2
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce level and popup range procedures, patterns, and safe-escape maneuvers.
2. Introduce level and popup weapons delivery events / parameters [Level, 10° LAHD
Popup, 20° LALD Popup, LRS].
o *Level and Popup Range Procedures and Patterns (20a)
 *Level Bomb (20b)
 *10° LAHD Popup Attack (20b)
 *20° LALD Popup Attack (20b)
 *Long Range Strafe (20b)
o *Level Turning Safe-Escape Maneuver (20c)
o Instrument approach (7c,d)
1. Execute a Climbing Safe-Escape Maneuver in the tactical pattern I.A.W.
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1 after 20-degree pop-attacks. Execute a Level Turning Maneuver on
level and 10-degree pop-attacks
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Prerequisites: S-3
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in level and popup range procedures and patterns.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in level and popup weapons delivery events / parameters safe-
escape maneuvers and error analysis.
o Level and Popup Range Procedures and Patterns (20a)
 Level Bomb (20b)
 10° LAHD Popup Attack (20b)
 20° LALD Popup Attack (20b)
 Long Range Strafe (20b)
o Level Turning Safe-Escape Maneuver (20c)
1. Execute a Climbing Safe-Escape Maneuver in the tactical pattern I.A.W.
T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1 after 20-degree pop-attacks. Execute a Level Turning Maneuver on
level and 10-degree pop-attacks.
2. If 20-degree popup attacks are attempted on only one sortie, proficiency is not required
for graduation.
3. Refer to Chapter 4, Section C, Paragraph 2 for instrument approach requirements.
4. Formation / Emergency Approaches and Landings as necessary for solo clearance.
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Section H — Surface Attack Tactics / Air Interdiction / Close-Air Support Operations
1. Intent — This phase introduces students to medium-/low-altitude air interdiction with air-to-ground coordination,
while emphasizing mutual support and weapons employment. Students achieve proficiency in medium-altitude weapons
employment and (Track C) Close Air Support operations.
3. Formation Training — This phase lends itself to two-ship employment only due to the amount of coordination
required enroute to the target area.
4. Mission SPINS
a. Weapons Events — Students should employ from deliveries similar to those flown in the Surface Attack phase.
Students are required to initially demonstrate proficiency on weapons employment on CAS-1
b. Simulated Ordnance Load — Refer to Squadron Standards.
c. Instructor Pilots must reference Chapter 2 (CTS) for mission task sub elements for each sortie.
In order to demonstrate weapons delivery proficiency, UPs should attain 50% hits in deliveries attempted on each
sortie.
5. Single Ship Option
SAT-1 will be scheduled and flown as two-ship when possible. If, due to fall out of aircraft or instructors the day of
the sortie, a SAT-1 could be flown single-ship and still be effective.
6. CAS-1 VR sim option for B-track
If, due to OG waiver (B-track only), mission CAS-1 needs to be waived, a VR sim should be scheduled to the max
extent possible based upon IP availability.
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SAT-1 (Tracks B and C only)

Crew: IP / X, P / IP or P / IP
Prerequisites: S-4, SA-10
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce two-ship medium-altitude (low threat) surface attack tactics on preplanned
targets, with known threats, from an ATO assigned air interdiction mission.
2. Demonstrate Proficiency in Safe Escape Maneuver
3. Introduce and practice mission tasks listed below.
o *Weapons Employment (21b)
o Climbing Safe -Escape Maneuver (21c)
o *Threat Reactions (21d)
o *Med-Alt Two-Ship Mutual Support (21e)
o Instrument Approach (7c,d) (SPINS)
Special Instructions:
1. Students should prepare Target Area Maps for all SAT sorties.
2. Instrument approach is mandatory
3. If 30-degree HAS and/or 30-degree Dive Bomb has not been previously flown
on S-1 or S-2 the first attacks should be flown from the conventional pattern.
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SAT-2 (Track C Only)

Prerequisites: SAT-1
Mission Objectives
1. Introduce two-ship low altitude surface attack tactics on preplanned targets, with threats,
from an ATO fragged mission.
2. Demonstrate Proficiency in Safe Escape Maneuver
o Low-altitude ingress
o *Low-Alt Weapons Employment(21b)
o Level-Turning Safe-Escape Maneuver (21c)
o *Two-ship low-alt mutual support (21e)
o Instrument approach (7c,d)
1. Emphasize two-ship low alt employment / geometry with tactical pop-up attacks.
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CAS-1 (Tracks B & C Only)

Prerequisites: SAT-1
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate Proficiency in Weapons Employment
2. Demonstrate Proficiency in Two-Ship Mutual Support, Safe Escape Maneuver
3. Introduce two-ship medium- altitude (low-threat) close-air support.
4. Introduce and practice mission tasks listed below
o Medium-altitude ingress
o TACS Coordination (22a)
• Two-Ship Formation — Basic (8)
• Two-Ship Formation — Tactical (10)
• Close Air Support Operations (21)
o *TACS/JFIRE Procedures (21a)
o Weapons Employment (21b)
o Two-ship Mutual Support (21e)
o Threat Reactions (21d)
o *Inflight Report / TACS Coord (21e)
1. An IP should simulate the JTAC (as well as ASOC/JSTARS) for the best training. A real
JTAC may be used, but this may decrease the effectiveness of training.
2. All types of control should be utilized to support individual DLOs. Type II may be used
if necessary.
3. Two (B-Track) / Three (C-Track) attacks from medium- altitude is the minimum amount
required to complete this sortie.
4. Students should prepare Target Area Maps for all CAS sorties.
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CAS-2 (Track C only)

Prerequisites: SAT-2, CAS-1
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate Proficiency in Weapons Employment
2. Demonstrate Proficiency in Two-Ship Mutual Support, Safe Escape Maneuver
3. Introduce two-ship high threat close air-support
4. Practice mission tasks listed below
o TACS Coordination (22a)
• Close Air Support Operations (23)
o TACS / JFIRE Procedures (21a)
o Weapons Employment (21b)
o Level-Turning / Climbing Safe Escape Maneuver (21c)
o Two-ship mutual support (21e)
o Threat Reactions (21d)
o Inflight Report / TACS Coord (21e)
1. An IP should simulate the JTAC (as well as ASOC/JSTARS) for the best training. A real
JTAC may be used, but this may decrease the effectiveness of training.
2. All types of control should be utilized to support individual DLOs
3. Emphasis should be placed on attacks from an offset hold. Attacks should be flown low
altitude if possible, but may be flown at medium altitude if environmental conditions
require.may be flown medium or low altitude based on environmental conditions or IP
discretion.
4. Students should prepare Target Area Maps for all CAS sorties.
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Section I — Transition Formation Training
1. Course Description
a. Objective — Provide additional training for graduates of T-38C SUPT to bring them to the minimum required
entry level to start training in Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT) IFF at Sheppard AFB, TX.
b. Description — This training consists of academic, simulator and flying training.
c. Duration — 6 training days: 2 ground training and 4 flying training.
d. Entry Prerequisites — Student Pilots must be USAF SUPT graduates.
e. Status Upon Completion — Student Pilots are qualified to continue IFF training syllabus B/F-V5A-L
2. Flying Inventory
Mission Student Direct-Support

F-1 1.1 —
F-2 1.1 1.1 (—)1
F-3 1.1 1.1
F-4 1.1 1.1
Total Hours 3.3 4.4 2.2 (1.1)1
Total Sorties 34 2 (1)1
SSR 6.3 (5.1)1,2 6.9
Note:
1. No direct support requirement if F-2 is flown as a 2-ship
2. Student Sortie Requirement (SSR) = Student Sorties + Direct Support + 15 percent refly.
3. Device Inventory
Mission Number Hours

SF-1 1 1.3
Total 1 1.3
4. Academic Inventory
Lesson / Briefing Hours

Basic Fighter Maneuvers (AA) 2.5
Specialized Training (ST) 1.0
Advanced Handling
2.0
Characteristics (AH)
Total Hours 5.5
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5. Academic Inventory
Specialized Training (ST)

ST-13 Formation Phase Briefing (Locally developed) Squadron — Lecture 1.0
1. Formation review and local guidance / procedures
Total 1.0
Advanced Handling Characteristics (AH)

AH-1* T-38 Advanced Handling Characteristics Classroom — Lecture 1.0
1. G-awareness
2. Engine envelope
3. Acceleration maneuver
4. Turning performance
5. Loaded versus unloaded rolls / reversals
6. High angle of attack (AOA) flight
7. High- and low-speed dive recoveries
AH-2* Energy Maneuverability Classroom — Lecture 1.0
1. Total energy
2. Specific energy
3. Specific excess power
4. Aircraft maneuverability
5. HM / FM diagrams
Total 2.0
Basic Fighter Maneuvers (AA)

AA-1* A/A Master Mode CBT Lab — CBT 1.0
1. A/A controls
2. A/A displays
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AA-2* Systems and Exercises Classroom — Lecture 1.5
1. Range / mil relationships
2. Aspect angle / heading crossing angle
3. Weapons employment zone
4. Heat-to-guns / guns tracking exercise
5. FENCE check
Total 2.5
Overall Total 5.5
6. Training Management — refer to Chapter 2, Section B.
7. Course Conduct — refer to Chapter 2, Section C.
8. Course Training Standards — refer to Chapter 2, Section D.
9. Academic Training — refer to Chapter 3, Section A. Formation phase academics and IFF academics are
identical except for the discussion of the heat-to-guns exercise in the Formation phase AA-2 lesson. Students may
attend IFF academic events during the Formation phase. Academic lessons completed during the Formation phase do
not need to be repeated in IFF.
10. Pilot Device training — refer to Chapter 4, Section A. Students may complete CRM-1 and SEP-1 during the
Formation Phase. Any tasks accomplished or regressions received in CRM-1 and SEP-1 apply to the remainder of the
IFF syllabus. Any tasks accomplished or regressions received in Formation Phase events other than CRM-1 and SEP-1
do not apply to any other IFF phase.
11. Formation Characteristics — This phase is intended to teach the student typical formations and squadron standards
used by fighters as well as the flight discipline required of a fighter pilot.
Mission SPINS
a. Four-Ship Training — Plan and fly both F-23 and F-34 as four-ships to the maximum extent possible. As
a minimum, one of these missions in this phase must be flown four-ship (Ch 4 Sec C Para 3). If ground or air
aborts cause fallout, a three-ship meets the intent of this requirement. The student is required to demonstrate
proficiency in basic four-ship formation on the second attempt.
12. Instructor Pilots must reference Chapter 2 (CTS) for mission subtasks for each sortie.
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SF-1
Formation Procedures Time: 1.3

Prerequisites: AA-2, ST-13
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in flight coordination and lost wingman procedures.
2. Introduce two-ship basic and tactical formation.
3. Introduce departure and recovery procedures, area administration tasks, formation
exercises, and simulated IR missile / gunshot employment.
o *Single-Ship Takeoff (3b)
o Lost Wingman Procedures (4c)
o *Rejoins (4d)
o *G-Awareness (6a)
• Two-Ship Formation–Basic
o *Route (8d)
o *Fighting Wing (8e)
• Two-Ship Formation–Tactical
o *Position / Turns (10a)
• Formation Exercises
o *Guns Tracking Exercise (22a)
o *Heat-to-Guns Exercise (22b)
• BFM General
o *Simulated Gunshot (13b)
o *Simulated IR Missile Shot (13a)
• Instrument Approach (7c, 7d)
1. Discuss WST / OFT limitations and considerations for tactical formation maneuvering.
2. Include at least one avionics malfunction or emergency procedure.
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F-1

Crew: P / IP, P / IP
Prerequisites: LS-5, AP-2(E), SF-1
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in emergency procedures.
2. Introduce Heat-to-Guns Exercise
3. Introduce / practice mission tasks listed below.
o *Ground Operations (3a)
o *Single-Ship Takeoff (3b)
o *Departure (3d)
o *Fuel Management (4b)
o *Rejoin (4d)
o *G-Awareness (6a)
o *AGSM (6b)
o *Battle Damage Check (6e)
• Two-Ship Formation–Basic
o *Fingertip (8a)
o *Crossunder (8b)
o *Echelon (8c)
o *Route (8d)
o *Fighting Wing (8e)
o *Visual Signals (8f)
• Two-Ship Formation–Tactical
o *Position / Turns (10a)
o *Guns Tracking Exercise Heat-to-Guns Exercise (13a 22a)
• BFM General
o *Simulated Gunshot (13b)
o *RTB Procedures (5a)
o *Normal Overhead Pattern (5b)
o *Normal Landing (5c)
2. Single-ship takeoff — Demonstrate proficiency on first attempt if student is a T-38C conversion
course graduate. No demo pro required if student is a recent T-38C SUPT graduate.
3. Instrument approach permitted if required by WX.
4. Proficiency in Emergency Patters required for solo clearance, not for mission completion.
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F-2

Crew: P / IP, P / IP
Prerequisites: F-1
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in single-ship takeoff.
2. Introduce Heat-to-Guns Exercise and instrument approach.
o *Heat-to-Guns Exercise (13b)
• BFM General
o *Instrument Approach (7b,c)
6. Single-ship takeoff — Demonstrate proficiency if student is a recent T-38C SUPT
graduate.
completion.
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F-2 3

Crew: P / IP, P / IP or IP / X, P / IP, IP / X, P / IP
Prerequisites: F-12
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in mission analysis, ground operations, departure, RTB
procedures, and normal overhead pattern and normal landing.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in two-ship basic formation.
3. Introduce Four-ship basic and tactical formation.
o Departure (3d)
• *Four-Ship Formation–Basic (9)
• *Four-Ship Formation–Tactical (11)
o Heat-to-Guns Exercise (22b)
o Overhead Pattern (5b)
o Normal Landing (5c)
2. Single-ship takeoff — Demonstrate proficiency if student is a recent T-38C SUPT
graduate.
3. May be flown two-ship if required, but as a minimum, either F-23 or F-34 must be
flown four-ship.
4. Emphasize two-ship maneuvering. If flown as a four-ship, practice four-ship maneuvering
prior to flight split up.
completion.
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F-3 4

Crew: IP / X, P / IP, IP / X, P / IP
Prerequisites: F-2 3
Mission Objectives
1. Demonstrate proficiency in two-ship tactical formation and four-ship basic formation.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in communication, decision making / risk management,
situational awareness, task management, flight coordination, visual search, fuel
management, armament switchology / FENCE check, heat-to-guns exercise, battle
damage check, G-awareness, AGSM and G-awareness turns.
3. Introduce Formation Takeoff, Formation Approach.
o Decision Making / Risk Management (1c)
o *Formation Takeoff (Wing) (3c)
o Visual Search (4a)
o G-Awareness (6a)
o AGSM (6b)
o Battle Damage Check (6e)
o Heat-to-Guns Exercise (22b)
o *Formation Approach (Wing) (5g)
1. Emphasize two-ship maneuvering. Practice four-ship maneuvering prior to flight split-up.
2. 4-ship basic formation proficiency is required on the second attempt.
Note: Proficiency in Emergency Patterns required for solo clearance, not for mission completion.
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Chapter 5
General Instructions
Section A — Prerequisites
Syllabus Prerequisite(s) Syllabus Prerequisite(s) Syllabus Prerequisite(s)

Event 1 2 Event 1 2 Event 1 2
Academic Training (Tracks A, B, C)
Egress / Life Support1 Aircraft Systems Surface Attack2
LS-1 ST-1 AS-1 ST-1 SA-1 ST-1
LS-2 LS-1 AS-2 AS-1 SA-2 SA-1
LS-3 LS-2 AS-3 AS-2 ST-3 SA-3 SA-2
Aerospace Physiology AS-6 AS-5 SA-6 SA-5
AP-1 ST-1 AS-7 AS-6 SA-7 SA-6
AP-2(E) AP-1 AS-8 AS-7 SA-8(E) SA-7

AS-9 AS-8 SA-9 SA-6
Specialized Training
AS-10 SA-10 SA-9
ST-1
ST-2 Basic Fighter Maneuvers Aircrew Graduate Evaluation
ST-3 AA-1 ST-1 IS-500
ST-4 AA-2 AA-1 IS-501
ST-5 AA-3 AA-2 Transition Formation (if needed)

ST-6 AA-4 AA-3 ST-13
ST-7 AA-5 AA-4 AH-1 ST-1
ST-8 AA-6 AA-5 AH-2 AH-1
ST-9 AA-7 AA-6 AA-1 ST-1
ST-10 AA-8(E) AA-7 AA-2 AA-1
ST-12 IS-500 AA-93 AA-8
AH-1 ST-1 AA-103 AA-9
AH-2 AH-1
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Simulator (Track A)
Instrument Procedures BFM Procedures Transition Formation (if needed)
CRM-1 ST-4 SB-1 AA-4 SEP-1 SF-1 AA-2 ST-13
CRM-2 SEP-1 ST-5
CRM-3 CRM-2 SB-2 AA-5 SB-1
CRM-4 CRM-3 ST-6
Emergency Procedures ACM Procedures

SEP-1 CRM-1 SACM-1 AA-10 HB-1
ST-8
Aircraft (Track A)
Advanced Handling DB-1 OB-4 AA-6 Air Combat Maneuvering
H-1 AH-2 AP-2(E) SB-2 ACM-1 HB-2 SACM-1
LS-5 SEP-1 DB-2 DB-1 AA-8(E) ACM-2 ACM-1
Basic Fighter Maneuvers DB-3 DB-2
OB-1 H-1 SB-1 DB-4 DB-3

Transition Formation (if needed)
OB-2 OB-1 HB-1 DB-4 AA-9 F-1 SF-1 AP-2(E)
ST-7
OB-3 OB-2 LS-5
HB-2 HB-1
OB-4 OB-3 F-2 F-1
HB-3 HB-2
F-3 F-2
Graduation ST-12 IS-500
F-4 F-3
Simulator (Track B)
Instrument Procedures BFM Procedures Surface Attack Procedures
CRM-1 ST-4 SB-1 AA-4 SEP-1 SS-1 SA-5 ST-9
CRM-2 SEP-1 ST-5 SS-2 SS-1 SA-9
CRM-3 CRM-2 SB-2 AA-5 SB-1 ST-10
CRM-4 CRM-3 ST-6
Emergency Procedures ACM Procedures (ACM SF-1 AA-2 ST-13
option)
SEP-1 CRM-1
SACM-1 AA-10 HB-1
ST-8
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Aircraft (Track B)
Advanced Handling HB-1 DB-4 AA-9 Surface Attack Tactics / Air
H-1 AH-2 AP-2(E) ST-7 Interdiction / Close-Air
Support Operations
LS-5 SEP-1 HB-2 HB-1
SAT-1 S-4 SA-10
Basic Fighter Maneuvers Air Combat Maneuvering
CAS-1 SAT-1
OB-1 H-1 SB-1 (ACM option)
Graduation ST-12 IS-500
ACM-1 HB-2 SACM-1
OB-2 OB-1
ACM-2 ACM-1 Transition Formation (if needed)
OB-3 OB-2
F-1 SF-1 AP-2(E)
OB-4 OB-3 Surface Attack
LS-5
DB-1 OB-4 AA-6 S-1 DB-4 SS-1
F-2 F-1
SB-2 S-2 S-1
F-3 F-2
DB-2 DB-1 AA-8(E) S-3 SA-8(E) S-2
DB-3 DB-2 SS-2 F-4 F-3
DB-4 DB-3 S-4 S-3
Simulator (Track C)
Instrument Procedures BFM Procedures Surface Attack Procedures
CRM-1 ST-4 SB-1 AA-4 SEP-1 SS-1 SA-5 ST-9
CRM-2 SEP-1 ST-5 SS-2 SS-1 SA-9
CRM-3 CRM-2 SB-2 AA-5 SB-1 ST-10
CRM-4 CRM-3 ST-6
Emergency Procedures SF-1 AA-2 ST-13
SEP-1 CRM-1
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Aircraft (Track C)
Advanced Handling Surface Attack CAS-1 SAT-1
H-1 AH-2 AP-2(E) S-1 DB-4 SS-1 CAS-2 SAT-2 CAS-1
LS-5 SEP-1 S-2 S-1 Graduation ST-12 IS-500
Basic Fighter Maneuvers S-3 S-2 SA-8(E)
OB-1 H-1 SB-1 SS-2
S-4 S-3 F-1 SF-1 AP-2(E)
OB-2 OB-1
LS-5
DB-1 OB-2 AA-6
SB-2 F-2 F-1
Surface Attack Tactics / Air
F-3 F-2
DB-2 DB-1 AA-8 Interdiction / Close-Air
DB-3 DB-2 Support Operations F-4 F-3
DB-4 DB-3 SAT-1 S-4 SA-10
SA-9 ST-10
SAT-2 SAT-1
1. Students who enter IFF with current life support training that extends through IFF graduation are not required to take
LS 1, 2, 3; Sheppard ENJJPT graduates who are current are not required to take LS 1,2,3,4,5. Applicable equivalent
Aircrew Flight Equipment Continuation Training and Code of Conduct Continuation Training may be taught IAW AFI
11-301, Vol. 1, AETC Sup 1 and AFI 16 1301 (LL-01, LL-02, LL-06, LL-07, SS-01, SS-04, SS-06) respectively to fulfill
the requirements of LS-1 through LS-5. This training must have been completed at Sheppard AFB and students must be
current for this training (1-year currency) through their projected IFF graduation date.
2. Not required for F-15C students.
3. Not required for C Track

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Section B — Bibliography
1. Technical Orders and Operations Directives — Issue one copy, hard copy or electronic, of the following
publications to each student. Students return these publications after graduation. Wings may provide additional
publications as necessary.
Hard Copy
a. T.O. 1T-38C-1, Flight Manual

b. T.O. 1T-38C-1CL-1, Checklist
c. T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1CL-1, Flight Crew Weapon Delivery Checklist
d. 88 FTS IFF In-Flight Guide
Electronic
e. T.O. 1T-38C-34-1-1, Weapon Delivery Manual
f. 88 FTS IFF Flying Standards, Squadron Standards
g. 3-3.AT38C, Basic Employment Manual
h. AFMAN 11-2T-38, Vol. 3 T-38 Operations Procedures, and AETC Sup 1
i. AFPAM 11-205, Aircraft Cockpit & Formation Flight Signals
j. AFI 11-214, Air Operations Rules and Procedures, and AETC Sup 1
k. AFI 11-290, Cockpit / Crew Resource Management Training Program and AETC Sup 1
l. AETCMAN 11-251, T-38C Flying Fundamentals
m. AETCI 36-2605, Vol. 6, Formal Flying Training Administration and Management – Fighter and
Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals
n. (S) AFTTP 3-1.1, Appendix 1 (U) Brevity Communication
o. AFTTP 3-2.5, Multi-Service Brevity Codes
p. Student Guides
q. JP 3-09.3, Joint Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Close Air Support (CAS)
r. JP 3-30, Command and Control for Joint Air Operations
s. AFTTP (I) 3-2.6, Multi-Service Procedures for the Joint Application of Firepower (J-FIRE)
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Section C — Glossary
Acronym or
Initialism Definition
A/A Air-to-Air
A/G Air-to-Ground
AA Basic Fighter Maneuvers Academics
AAGS Army Air-Ground System
AAP Avionics Activation Panel
AB Afterburner
AC Alternating Current
ACC Air Combat Command
ACM Air Combat Maneuvering
ACP Audio Control Panel
AETC Air Education & Training Command
AFI Air Force Instruction
AGL Above Ground Level
AGSM Anti-G Straining Maneuver
AOA Angle of Attack
AOR Area of Responsibility
AP Aerospace Physiology Academics
AS Aircraft Systems Academics
ASR Airport Surveillance Radar
ATIS Automated Terminal Information Service
AUP T-38C Avionics Upgrade Program
AV Audiovisual Programs
BFM Basic Fighter Maneuvers
CAP Commander’s Awareness Program
CAS Close Air Support
CBT Computer-Based Training
CCIP Continuously Computed Impact Point
CMD Counter Measures Dispensing
CR Classroom Academics
CRM Cockpit / Crew Resource Management
CTS Course Training Standard
DB Defensive BFM Sortie Designation (also Dive Bomb)
DBFM Defensive BFM
DC Direct Current
DDS Default Display Switch
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DH Decision Height
DME Distance Measuring Equipment
DR Dead Reckoning
DTC Data Transfer Cartridge
DTD Date Transfer Drive
DTS Data Transfer System
ECS Environmental Control System
EED Electronic Engine Display
EGI Embedded GPS / INS
EM Energy Maneuverability
ENJJPT Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training
EP Emergency Procedure
F Formation Sortie Designation
FAC Forward Air Controller
FACP Fighter Aircrew Conditioning Program
FACT Fighter Aircrew Conditioning Test
FCP Front Cockpit
FD Flight Director
FEB Flying Evaluation Board
FENCE Fire Control, Emitters, NAVAIDs, Comm, ECM
FLIP Flight Information Publication
FPL Flight Plan
FTU Formal Training Unit
GPS Global Positioning System
JTAC Joint Terminal Attack Controller
H Advanced Handling Sortie Designation
HABFM High Aspect BFM
HADB High-Altitude Dive-Bomb
HB High Aspect BFM Sortie Designation
HEFOE Hydraulic, Electrical, Fuel, Oxygen, Engine
HOTAS Hands On Throttle and Stick
HSD Horizontal Situation Display
HUD Head-Up Display
IAW In Accordance With
IBIT Initiated Built In Test
IBT Instructor-Based Training
IFF Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals (also Identification Friend or Foe)
ILS Instrument Landing System
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IMC Instrument Meteorological Conditions

INS Inertial Navigation System
IOS Instructor Operator Station
IP Instructor Pilot
IR Infrared
IW Instructor WSO
JFIRE Joint-Firepower
KIO Knock-it-Off
LAHD Low-Angle High-Drag
LALD Low-Angle Low-Drag
LOC Localizer
LOS Line of Sight
LS Life Support Academics
MACS Minimum Acceleration Check Speed
MAP Missed Approach Point
MCM Multicommand Manual
MDA Minimum Descent Altitude
MDP Mission Display Processor
MFD Multi Function Display
MIL Military Power
MMS Master Mode Switch
MOA Military Operations Area
MP Mission Pilot
MP-“X” Mission Planning Academics
MPC Mission Planning Center
NAVAID Navigational Aid
NE/SNP Non-effective / Student Non-Progression
NM Nautical Mile
NOTAM Notice to Airman
OB Offensive BFM Sortie Designation
OBFM Offensive BFM
OFT Operational Flight Trainer
OG Operations Group
P Pilot
PAR Precision Approach Radar
PC Progress Check
PFR Primary Flight Reference
RALT Radar Altimeter
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RCO Range Control Officer

RCP Rear Cockpit
RTB Return to Base
S Surface Attack Sortie Designation
SA Surface Attack Academics (also Situational Awareness)
SACM Simulator Air Combat Maneuvering
SAT Surface Attack Tactics
SB Simulator BFM Mission Designation
SCA Self Contained Approach
SEP Simulator Emergency Procedures Mission Designation
SETOS Single-Engine Takeoff Speed
SF Simulator Formation Mission Designation
SI Simulator Instrument Mission Designation
SID Standard Instrument Departure
SL Simulator Low-Level Mission Designation
SPT Simulator Part Task Mission Designation
SRM Short Range Missile (Simulated IR Missile for T-38C)
SS Simulator Surface Attack Mission Designation
SSR Student Sortie Requirement
ST Specialized Training Academics
SUPT Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training
TACS Theater Air Control System
T.O. Technical Order
TCAS Traffic Collision and Avoidance System
TOT Time Over Target
TR Training Rules
TRSS Training Support Squadron
UFCP Up Front Control Panel
UHF Ultra High Frequency
UIP Upgrading Instructor Pilot
UTD Unit Training Device
Vc Velocity (Rate) of Closure
VHF Very High Frequency
VID VOR / ILS / DME
VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions
VOR VHF Omnidirectional Range
VTR Video Tape Recorder
WEZ Weapons Employment Zone
WST Weapon System Trainer

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AETC / ENJJPT Syllabus B / F-V5A-L

T-38C Euro-NATO Joint Jet

DRAFT - April 2021

Air Education and Training Command

Designed for AETC Course Use

JBSA-Randolph AFB TX 78150-4325 April 2021

CRAIG D WILLS ANDREAS HOPPE

Commander, 19th Air Force Chairman, ENJJPT Steering Committee

Supersedes AETC Syllabus B/F-V5A-L, April 2020

Section A — Course Description .................................................................................................................... 4

Section B — Flying Inventory ........................................................................................................................ 6

Section C — Device Training Inventory ........................................................................................................ 7

Section D — Academic Inventory .................................................................................................................. 8

Section E — Mission Support Inventory ....................................................................................................... 9

2 — Course Administration ........................................................................................................................... 10

Section A — Syllabus Management ............................................................................................................. 10

Section B — Training Management ............................................................................................................. 11

Section C — Course Conduct ....................................................................................................................... 18

Section D — Course Training Standards (CTS) ......................................................................................... 28

3 — Academic Training .................................................................................................................................. 58

Section A — General Instructions / Courseware ........................................................................................ 58

Section B — Academic Inventory ................................................................................................................ 59

4 — Pilot Flying Training ............................................................................................................................... 67

Section A — Pilot Device Training............................................................................................................... 67

Section C — General Instructions................................................................................................................ 78

Section D — Advanced Handling Characteristics ...................................................................................... 80

Section E — Basic Fighter Maneuvers (BFM — OB / DB / HB) ............................................................... 83

Section F — Air Combat Maneuvering (ACM) .......................................................................................... 95

Section G — Surface Attack ......................................................................................................................... 98

Section I — Transition Formation Training ............................................................................................. 108

5 — General Instructions ...................................................................................................................................... 115

Section A — Prerequisites........................................................................................................................... 115

Section A — Course Description

1. Title — T-38C Euro-NATO Joint Jet Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals.

a. Track A — F-22, F-15C

5. Location — 80 FTW, Sheppard AFB TX

6. Duration — 44 training days

e. Altitude chamber IAW AFI 11-403.

(1) Offensive BFM (OBFM) Tracks A and B

(2) Defensive BFM (DBFM) Tracks A, B, and C

(3) High Aspect BFM (HABFM) Track A

(4) Surface Attack (SA) Tracks B and C

(5) CAS Track C

9. Use of supplementary technology

Section B — Flying Inventory

1. Flying Training Summary

H-1 1.0 — 1.0 — 1.0 —

1. Direct support (DS) sorties flown by IPs in support of student mission

2. With ACM option

6. With SAT-1 as Single Ship

Section C — Device Training Inventory

1. Device Training Summary

A (Air-Air) B (Dual Role) C (Air-Ground)

Total Events 5 8 (9)3 9 (10)4 9

1. A qualified squadron IP direct-supports the ACM simulator as the flight lead.

2. A qualified squadron IP or simulator IP direct-supports SB-2 as the flight lead.

3. F-22 Students only.

4. With ACM Option.

Section D — Academic Inventory

1. Academic Training Summary

Course / Program Track — Hours

Surface Attack (SA) — (15.5)4 15.5 15.5

Total Hours 6 60.0 (75.5)4 78.5 72.5 (74.5)3

3. High-aspect BFM lessons are optional for Track C students.