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2.2 The Role of the AFCS
One of the key organizations within the BAF‘s administrative structure is the
AFCS, directly subordinated to the BAF‘s Commander. As defined in its regiment, the
mission of the AFCS is to execute strategic planning of the highest level and to advise the
BAF‘s Commander on subjects of interest to the organization. Among the most important
tasks performed by the AFCS are: 28
Formulate the strategic objectives and doctrines that must be pursued by the
BAF.
Develop the Aeronautical Military Policy, the BAF‘s Military Strategy and
the BAF‘s Strategic Plan, overseeing its execution.
Establish standards of efficiency and management indicators for the activities
of the BAF.
Formulate the annual budget plan for the BAF.
Perform analysis related to the necessity of substitution and/or acquisition of
aircrafts and armament.
Determine the operational requirements of aeronautical systems.
The organizational structure of the AFCS is divided into six main Sections (see
fig. 6), each one responsible for a specific set of tasks. The Operational Projects Sub-
28 Comando da Aeronáutica, RICA 20-8 Regimento Interno do Estado Maior da Aeronáutica (Brasilia,
Brasil: Comando da Aeronáutica, 2007), 9.
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