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A ________ is a grouping of related Air Force Specialties (AFSs) involving similar knowledge and skills. Career Field
An Air Force Specialty Code has how many positions? 5
The first position of an Air Force Specialty Code represents what? Career Group
The second position of an Air Force Specialty Code represents what? Career Field
The third position of an Air Force Specialty Code represents what? Subdivision
The fourth position of an Air Force Specialty Code represents what? Skill Level
The fifth position of an Air Force Specialty Code represents what? Specific AFSC
What is a two part program to OJT? Dual-Channel Concept
What are the two parts of a Dual-Channel Concept? Career Knowledge Development and Job Proficiency Development
What is the maximum rank that you can attain for a 3-Skill level? SrA (E-4)
What is the maximum rank that you can attain for a 5-Skill level? SSgt (E-5)
You must complete core tasks in both the 5 and 7 skill level, and must be in grade of SSgt or above to attain what skill level? 7-Skill Level
What is the Air Transportation Subdivision Ladder of an Basic Airman? 9T000
What is the Air Transportation Subdivision Ladder of an Air Transportation Helper? 2T211
What is the Air Transportation Subdivision Ladder of an Air Transportation Apprentice? 2T231
What is the Air Transportation Subdivision Ladder of an Air Transportation Journeyman? 2T251
What is the Air Transportation Subdivision Ladder of an Air Transportation Craftsman? 2T271
What is the Air Transportation Subdivision Ladder of an Air Transportation Superintendent? 2T291
What is the Air Transportation Subdivision Ladder of an Air Transportation Manager? 2T200
What two additional duties are performed by the 5-skill level Air Transportation Journeyman? Selects and Assembles Aircraft Loads,
Assists in supervision other Air Transportation Personnel
___________ became fully operational on 1 October 1988 and it's mission is to provide global sea, land and air transportation to deploy, employ, and sustain US forces on a global basis to meet national securit objectives. USTRANSCOM
USTRANSCOM is headquartered at? Scott AFB, IL
__________ mission is to provide rapid, global mobility and sustainment for America's armed forces. "right effects, right place, right time". Air Mobility Command (AMC)
__________ uses both military and commercial aircraft to transport its cargo, passengers, and mail. AMC
Cargo, passengers and mail are commonly referred to as what? traffic
Whose primary mission is to task, schedule, and execute al Air Mobility Command missions? Tanker Airlift Control Center (TACC)
An airfield that has been designated for the sustained air movement of personnel and materiel and to serve as an authorized port for entrance into or departure from the country in which located. Aerial Port
An airfield for sustained air movement for personnel and material to be moved on aircraft GOING overseas? Aerial Port of Embarkation (APOE)
An airfield for sustained air movement which personnel and material are received from aircrat ARRIVING FROM overseas? Aerial Port of Debarkation (APOD)
Where does traffic enters the Defense Transportation System (DTS)? Aerial Port of Embarkation (APOE)
Who designates military bases as APOEs/APODs? US Air Force Chief of Staff
______ is to schedule te movement of Department of Defense personnel engaged in international air travel? Passenger Reservaton Center (PRC)
Who is responsible for resolving problem areas concerning reservation requests, confirmations, cancellations, and bookings? Passenger Reservaton Center (PRC)
A unified, functional combatant command, which provides support to 8 other US combatant commands United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM)
To provide full-spectrum global mobility solutions and enabling capabilities for supported customer requirements in peace and war. USTRANSCOM Mission
To provide full-spectrum global mobility solutions and enabling capabilities for supported customer requirements in peace and war. Defense Travel System (DTS)
Provides sea transportation by the military and commercial seagoing vessels. Provides sea transportation by the military and commercial seagoing vessels.
Provides surface transportation using trucks and rail cars. Army Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC)
Headquartered at Scott AFB, IL, serves as the operational component of AMC. It is AMC's only NAF and the largest in the Air Force. 18th Air Force (18 AF)
To provide global Air Mobility support to our war fighting commands through the generation and employment of unrivaled airlift, air refueling, and aeromedical evacuation for timely, accurate and sustained delivery across operations. 18th Air Force Mission
To operate a fixed tactical air terminal facility that can support both land and aerial delivery of personnel and equipment. Strategic Aerial Port Mission
Coordinates the efforts of all sections in the loading and off loading of traffic. Functions include: Senior Controller, Information Control, Ramp Control, and Capability Forecasting. Data Records is the final quality control (QC) for all Transportation documentation. Air Terminal Operations Center (ATOC)
Controls, coordinates, plans, and directs all cargo and mail activities. Sections include: Cargo Processing, Ramp Services, and Special Handling. Combined these sections must ensure that all manifested cargo and mail is processed, palletized, and on/off loaded. CARGO AND MAIL...CARGO AND MAIL...CARGO AND MAIL. Air Freight
Responsible for planning, selecting, sequencing, manifesting, and monitoring cargo/mail load. Main goals include: safety of flight, maximum utilization of aircraft, and ease of on/off loading. Load Planning
Plans and controls all passenger service activities. Sections include: Dispatch, Passenger Service Center, Passenger Processing, and Gate Services. Passenger Service
Cleans, services, and equips aircraft with supplies and ensures interior of AMC aircraft are clean and presentable. They also pick up and deliver in-flight meals to the aircraft, and service latrines. Functions include: Dispatch, Supply, and Aircraft Servicing. Fleet Service
• 2T211 "helper", students in tech training • 2T231 "apprentice", new to job • 2T251 "journeyman", sufficient at job • 2T271 "craftsman", supervisor • 2T291 "superintendent" administrative, squadron • 2T200 "chief manager", CMSgt Rank * Acronym: "Help Amanda's Car Start Magically" Air Transportation Career Field Ladder
Consists of 2 parts: academic and hands on • Career Development Courses (CDC's) are testable self-study courses. • On-the-job Training (OJT) consists of training in actual job situations under supervision. Skill Level Upgrade Training (UGT)
Successful completion of BMT and Tech School 3 Skill Level Promotion
Start UGT upon arrival to first duty station which includes: mandatory 5-Skill Level CDC's, evaluations on core tasks during OJT and 12 months in training (for Active Duty). 5 Skill Level Promotion
SSgt or above grade. Successful completion of CDC's, OJT and 12 months in training (for Active Duty) 7 Skill Level Promotion
• Receives and processes cargo/mail • Loads/Unloads aircraft • Performs fleet service on aircraft • Prepares/maintains air movement records • Processes passengers and baggage * Acronym: "Retirees Love to Play Ping Pong" Duties of Air Trans Apprentice (2T231)
• ASSISTS in supervising Air Trans personnel • Selects and assembles aircraft loads 2T251
• Schedules, Supervises and Inspects air transportation activities • Conducts OJT for Air Trans Personnel * Acronym: "Supervisors Sip Iced Coffee" 2T271
A single integrated Air Force program to coordinate and organize efforts to prepare for, prevent, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the direct and indirect consequences of an emergency. Air Force Emergency Management (EM) Program
TO SAVE LIVES; minimize the loss or degradation of resources; and continue, sustain, and restore operational capability in an all-hazards physics threat environment worldwide. EM Mission
• AFI 10-2501 outlines program roles, responsibilities, logistical requirements, response actions, and personal training. • IEMP 10-2 an all-hazards plan designed to support pre-incident preparedness, mitigation, emergency response, and recovery. Every instillation is required to create and implement this plan. EM Regulatory Guidance
EM planning consists of 5 areas: prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation. • Prevention: avoid, intervene, stop incident from occurring. • Preparedness: continuous cycle of planning, organizing, training, equipping, exercising, evaluating, taking corrective action. • Response: address the short-term, direct effects of an incident. • Recovery: the development, coordination, and execution of service and site-restoration plans. • Mitigation: reduce the loss of life, property EM Mission Areas
An integral part of EM; in accordance with AFI 10-2501, facilities must post "BE READY" training aids in every work area. EM Information Program
An emergency that poses a significant danger to life and property that is from a natural cause. Natural Disasters
Planning is the key to any emergency. Notify ATOC when there is an MHE Fire on the flight line. Fire Emergency
Balance mission continuation with force survivability to maximize mission effectiveness during and after a CBRNE event. • commanders will accept/mitigate risk based on threat and vulnerability assessments, resources available, and the mission impact. • AMC will move strategic airlift cargo regardless of the environment. AMC CANNOT be limited due to a CBRNE attack. (They still have a job to do.) DoD CBRNE Environment Initiative
• Outlined in AFI 10-2501 • Computer Based Training (CBT) every 24 months or when tasked to deploy. CBRNE Training Requirements
• Avoidance measures • Cover assets • Dispersing critical equipment over a large area • Proper planning and preparation * overhead shelter, temporary wrap (2 layers), single point of entry/exit procedure CBRNE Contamination Procedures Pre-Attack
• A chemically contaminated resource composed of metal surfaces will retain a chemical hazard LONGER than the terrain around it. • If contaminated transportation personnel will also be responsible for the exchange zone (EZ). • The purpose of EZ is to transfer cargo from contaminated to non-contaminated areas. This will ensure that cargo is clean and serviceable for transportation onto AMC aircraft. CBRNE Pallet Decontamination
• OSHA is the cornerstone of the AFOSH program. (AFI 91-203) * Safety is as easy as 1, 2, 3 • The purpose of the AFOSH program is to provide a safe and healthy working environment. • Everyone is responsible for identifying hazards and reporting to a supervisor. AFOSH
• The 4 most common hazards include: lifting, use of MHE, noise and jewelry. • Injuries involving snagged finger rings are one of the most common lost-time injuries. 2T2X1 Hazards
• Steel toe work boots • Work Gloves • Goggles • Face Shield • Hearing protectors/earplugs * Noise hazards are one of the most common for aerial porters. * Practice situational awareness and general housekeeping to prevent costly mishaps. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Minimize loss of AF resources and protect AF personnel from death , injuries or occupational illnesses by managing risks on and off duty. * See something, say something policy to identify and remove hazards in the workplace. USAF Mishap Prevention Program
Minimize loss of AF resources and protect AF personnel from death , injuries or occupational illnesses by managing risks on and off duty. * See something, say something policy to identify and remove hazards in the workplace. AF Safety Management System (AFSMS)
ensure a safe working environment to support peace and war mission requirements include: - Policy and Leadership - Assurance - Promotion and Education - Risk Management (RM) AFSMS Pillars
• Identify • Assess • Develop • Implement • Supervise * Acronym: "I Am Developing In Safety" 5 Step Risk Management Process
• Chocks: ensure vehicles do not roll while parked and prevent collisions. • Spotters: assisting vehicle operators by using AMC hand signals to convey directions. • Speed Limits: reduce the chance of an accident. Strictly adhere to all posted speed limits when operating government vehicles. • Due Caution Notices: inform aerial ports of accidents or incidents in the Air Trans System. 2T2X1 Prevention Measures
• AF Form 1199: "line badge", 99 problems but the FLT line ain't one. • AF 2293: military drivers license "2+2+9+3=16" • AF 483: Competency Required Forms (Safety)
• Inspect vehicles for and remove all debris (rocks, bolts, screws, trash, nails etc.) from tires, bumpers, pickup beds, tailgates, etc. • FOD checkpoint signs are posted at every entrance to ramp areas and flight line. Foreign Object Damage Check (FOD)
2 types of vehicles: • General Purpose (trucks, vans, buses) have a speed limit of 15 mph on the flight line. (10 mph during reduced visibility) • Special Purpose (forklifts, k-loaders, tugs and tractors) have a speed limit of 10 mph on the flight line. • 50 ft of an air craft or confined area the speed limit is 5 mph for all vehicles. • AFVA 11-240 displays all vital signs/markings on a flight line. Air Field Driving (AFI 13-213) Speed Limits
Moves aircraft from the parking ramp to the runway. Signs are black and yellow and labeled with a letter. Taxiway
Rectangular area on an airfield used for landing and takeoff. Runway
Any portion of the flight line that requires aircraft, vehicles, and personnel to obtain specific Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) guidance before entry. Controlled Movement Area
Come to a complete stop at least 100 feet from the runway stop line and do not proceed until control tower provides clearance. Obtain clearance from the ATCT with two-way radio communication. Runway Crossing Procedures
Clear to cross Control Tower Signals: Steady Green
Stop Control Tower Signals: Steady Red
Clear active taxi/runway Control Tower Signals: Flashing red
Return to starting point Control Tower Signals: Flashing White
Proceed with caution Control Tower Signals: Red and green flashing
Who always has the right of way Aircraft
Guides aircraft to designated parking spots. * NEVER drive a vehicle between the aircraft and follow-me truck. Follow-Me Truck
Parking around Aircraft
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