AFI 11-2C-130v3 - BITS

140 AFI11-2C-130V3 23 APRIL 2012
characteristics prevent complete off-gassing (i.e., wheel wells, flap wells, rivet and
screw heads, joints, etc.). Flights of at least 2 to 4 hours are recommended, and lower
altitudes are more effective than higher altitudes. Fly with the aircraft configured
(gear, flaps, and slats extended) as long as possible to maximize the airflow in and
around as many places as possible. Be advised that exterior contamination may seep
into the aircraft interior creating a vapor hazard for aircrews. Use of ACBRN is
recommended. Follow smoke and fume elimination procedures to help purge interior
contamination.
10.3.3.2.2. Limits of Decontamination. Complete decontamination of aircraft and
equipment may be difficult, if not impossible, to achieve. Formerly contaminated
assets will be restricted to DOD-controlled airfields and not released from US
government control.
10.3.3.3. Exchange Zone (EZ) Operations. The AMC Counter-Chemical, Biological,
Radiological, and Nuclear Concept of Operations (AMC C-CBRN CONOPS)) describes
a method for continuing the vital flow of personnel into a contaminated airfield while
limiting the number of air mobility aircraft and personnel exposed to the contaminated
environment. The purpose of the EZ is to minimize the spread of contamination within
the air mobility fleet, preserving as many aircraft as possible for unrestricted international
flight. The EZ is an area (located at uncontaminated airfield) set aside to facilitate the
exchange of uncontaminated (clean) cargo/passengers to a contaminated (dirty) airframe,
or visa versa, without cross-contamination. Additional information on the EZ is available
through HQ AMC/A3N.
10.4. Flight Operations.
10.4.1. Mission Planning. Aircrews must be mentally prepared to face the dangers of CBRN
weapons. Flight/mission planning must be thorough. Aircraft commanders should
emphasize ACBRN equipment wear, crew coordination, CBRN hazards and
countermeasures, in-flight diversion, plans for on-load/offload in the event of a ground
attack, and plans for the return leg in the event of aircraft contamination. Alternative
scenario plans should also be considered in the event MOPP conditions change.
10.4.2. Establishing the Threat Level. Aircrews should monitor command and control
channels to ensure they receive the latest information concerning the destination's alert
condition. Diversion of aircraft to alternate "clean" locations may be required, unless
operational necessity otherwise dictates. The 618 AOC (TACC) or theater C2 agency
(normally through the controlling OPORD) will direct aircrew pre-exposure activities such as
medical pre-treatment for chemical/biological exposure or issue of dosimetry for potential
radiological hazards. Medical authorities may also prescribe the use of post-exposure
therapeutics to reduce the possibility of infection.
10.4.3. Fuel Requirements. Extra fuel may be needed to compensate for altitude restrictions
as the result of CB agent exposure. During purge periods, the aircraft will be unpressurized.
Although the aircrew can use the aircraft oxygen systems, passengers wearing GCE cannot,
thus restricting the aircraft cruise altitude and increasing fuel requirements accordingly.
10.4.4. Oxygen Requirements. Operating a contaminated aircraft will increase oxygen
requirements. Aircrew wear of ACBRN equipment will require use of the aircraft oxygen