AFI 11-2C-130v3 - BITS

AFI11-2C-130V3 23 APRIL 2012 99
6.36. Communications Instructions Reporting Vital Intelligence Sightings (CIRVIS) and
Other Reports. Report all vital intelligence sightings from aircraft as indicated in FLIP
planning or FLIP Enroute Supplement.
6.36.1. In-flight harassment or hostile action against aircraft. Aircraft subjected to
harassment or hostile action by foreign aircraft will immediately contact the nearest USAF
air and ground voice facility and report the encounter. Include aircraft nationality, type,
insignia, or any other identifying features; note position, heading, time, speed when harassed,
and the type of harassment. Request relay of the report to the nearest C2 agency. Also,
attempt to contact the nearest command post when in UHF and VHF range.
6.36.2. Other incidents will be reported as indicated in AFI10-206, Operational Reporting.
6.37. Communications.
6.37.1. Crews will conduct an HF radio ground check before takeoff if use of the HF radio
may be required for ATC or C2 communications. Attempt to establish HF contact before
going out of UHF/VHF range. If unable to establish HF contact with the controlling HF
station, and an alternate means of relay of ATC information is not available, the aircraft
should return to the nearest suitable support base. In the case of airborne HF failure, crews
are authorized to continue under the following conditions:
6.37.1.1. If SATCOM-equipped.
6.37.1.1.1. Use Satellite Voice Communications to contact responsible station via
special telephone numbers/short codes published in State AIPs (Aeronautical
Information Publication).
6.37.1.2. If not SATCOM-equipped.
6.37.1.2.1. Attempt to contact ATC facility on VHF.
6.37.1.2.2. Attempt VHF relay via another aircraft on 123.45 MHz.
6.37.2. Pilots shall provide ARTCC position and weather observations when required. If
unable to contact an ATC agency, attempt to relay through the GLOBAL HF stations.
6.38. In-Flight Emergency Procedures. The PIC shall report deviations from directives that
may occur as a result of an emergency according to AFI 11-202V3. Time and conditions
permitting, inform passengers of the situation and intentions.
6.38.1. Notification of Control Agencies. When practical after completing the aircraft
emergency action checklists and associated actions, the PIC shall furnish ATC and
appropriate C2 agencies with a description of the difficulty, assistance required, intentions,
and any other pertinent information.
6.38.2. The PIC may initiate a CONFERENCE HOTEL when additional expertise is
necessary. Communications procedures are as follow:
6.38.2.1. Local Area. Use appropriate UHF or VHF frequencies.
6.38.2.2. Enroute. Attempt to establish a phone patch with the nearest or controlling C2
Center using global HF network, UHF/VHF stations, SATCOM, etc. If unable, aircrews
are permitted to use ARINC radio service as an additional avenue for phone patch
connectivity.