COMPLIANCE WITH THIS - Air Force Link

42 AFI11-301V2 20 DECEMBER 2013
2.17.8.6.14. All repairs requiring sewing will be done with nylon thread conforming
to specification V-T-295, type II, class 1, size E, nylon (NSN 8315-00-616-0079 or
equivalent). Stitching shall be in accordance with type 301, federal standard 751, use
8 to 10 stitches per inch. Ends of stitching shall be backstitched not less than 1/2 inch.
(T-1)
2.17.8.6.15. Hand sewing: AFE personnel may accomplish hand-sewn repairs. Holes
and seam separations no larger than 1/2 inch may be repaired by hand sewing. Sew
effected area with a double-threaded (V-T-295, type II, class 1, size E, nylon) thread.
Trim excess thread to 1/2 inch minimum. (T-1)
2.17.8.6.16. Replacing parts: the following parts are replaceable and are available
through the manufacturer: outer cover is supplied as a complete unit with both front
and back shells. The front and back panels are supplied as a set. Side panels are
individually supplied. Units desiring to procure additional accessories can arrange
purchases by contacting the manufacturer. (T-1)
2.17.8.6.17. Marking: units will mark the ABA with a local control number on the
upper left cover area. Stencil with subdued, indelible ink using 1/2 inch lettering. Do
not mark ABA with unit designation, since aircrew may need this item in an escape
and evasion environment. (T-1)
2.18. Aeromedical Evacuation Aircrew Member Support. Lead Command—AMC.
2.18.1. It is the responsibility of the local AFE program assigned to support the Aeromedical
Evacuation Squadron(s) to individually issue AFE to AECMs for flying sorties and
deployments. (T-1)
2.18.2. AECM unit commanders will, through active coordination with their supporting AFE
unit, develop a process for AECMs to sign out AFE from their supporting AFE unit. AECMs
will sign out AFE individually on AF Form 1297 or equivalent and be personally accountable
and liable for assigned AFE. AECMs will return assigned AFE to the AFE unit upon
completion of flying sortie and deployment. AECMs will ensure AFE receives inspection by
a qualified AFE technician at established intervals. Funding of initial asset purchases is the
responsibility of the AE unit. (T-1)
2.18.3. AFE unit commanders will, through active coordination with their supported AE
unit, individually issue AFE to AECMs for all flying sorties and deployments. AFE units
will maintain a pool of equipment (see below) to support the maximum number of AECM
flyers/deployers at a given time. Funding of repair parts/replacement assets is the
responsibility of the AFE unit. (T-1)
2.18.4. AFE requirements for AECMs:
2.18.4.1. Quick Don Oxygen Mask: Required for all flights and inspected IAW
applicable technical orders by AFE personnel. (T-1)
2.18.4.2. Survival Vest: Required for combat flights only. Munitions are optional for
AECM vests. Ensure alternative signaling devices are available IAW AOR SPINS. AFE
transported via commercial air should have items removed that are considered hazardous
or unacceptable by TSA standards. (T-1)