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INTERAGENCY SINGLE ENGINE AIR TANKER OPERATIONS GUIDE
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CHAPTER 10 – SEMG AND AERIAL TASK FORCE COORDINATION
I. Introduction to the Aerial Task Force (ATF).
The Aerial Task Force (ATF) is a BLM initial attack fire fighting
workforce that may combine aerial supervision with multiple aircraft and
ground personnel in various configurations.
II.
The primary objective for the ATF concept is to increase effectiveness and
cost efficiency of BLM aviation resources by selecting the appropriate mix
and numbers of aircraft for initial attack in a geographic area, maintaining
a high degree of mobility, and pre-positioning forces thoughtfully and
aggressively within the area.
The basic ATF configuration consists of aerial supervision and multiple
SEATS. Depending on the using agency’s needs, the ATF can be
expanded to include various types of helicopters, ground support personnel
and any other type of aircraft identified to support their needs.
ATF Contracting.
ATF modules can be configured utilizing both the Exclusive Use and
National On-Call contracts. Both types of contracts will allow for an ATF
configuration. The contractor is responsible for ensuring they have a copy
of any modifications with them at all times.
III. ATF Designation.
ATF modules will be identified and designated at a national level.
Generally, the multiple SEATs assigned to a designated ATF will be
contracted through the same vendor in order to effectively meet the
additional personnel and logistical needs required for the ATF
configuration. An ATF configuration can be contracted with multiple
vendors if determined necessary at the national level.
IV. SEMG Roles with the ATF.
A SEMG assigned to an ATF module will be responsible for managing up
to three SEATS, and will work directly under the Logistics Officer
designated for that module. In addition to all the SEMG duties defined in
this document, they will also include duties outlined in the Draft ATF
Operational Guide.
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