Affiliation ProgramChristopher Alcala, MSgt/GS-10 USAFR

Affiliation Manager452 Airlift Control Flight

DSN: 447-5102/61165125 Tanker Way, BLDG 2321 Comm: (951) 655-

5102March ARB CA 92518-1722 Fax: (951) 655-

5289 Cell: (562) 260-4263 Christopher.Alcala.1@us.af.mil

Jim WoodSouthern Ca Edison CompanyOffice: (909) 548-7063-5102

Cell: (626) 688-9351 james.wood@sce.com

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RIGID FLEXIBILITY

Training you today to meet tomorrow’s needs!

OVERVIEW

Who are we and what do we provide?Program GoalsProgram ObjectivesAffiliation TrainingSuccessful Program Requirements

Who are we …….452 ALCF March ARB, CACommander: Lt Col Raymond DanowskiOperations Officer: Lt Col David “Ack” AckersonALCF Superintendent: SMSgt Jeff WoottenAffiliation Manager: MSgt Chris Alcala

Affiliation Instructor: MSgt Gary ColeAffiliation Instructor: MSgt Brian SinclairAffiliation Instructor: MSgt Chris SchuldesAffiliation Instructor: MSgt Julie StanyerAffiliation Instructor: SSgt Gary MathiesonAffiliation Instructor: SrA Corin BeverlyAffiliation Instructor: SrA Frankarl Culotta

…and what do we provide.

Affiliation TrainingEquipment Preparation Course (EPC)Airlift Planners Course (APC)ICODES (Computer Load Planning) TrainingHAZMAT Tech Spec Course*Static Load Trainers

Affiliation Conferences*= Course to be incorporated into program during CY13

PROGRAM GOALS

Teach DoD/DoHS and Civilian airlift users

To plan, prepare, deploy, and redeploy by air quickly, efficiently, and safely with minimal Air Mobility Command assistance

OBJECTIVES OF THE AFFILIATON PROGRAM

To establish a liaison between airlift managers and the using agencies to optimize airlift planning and utilization.Get the most out of each aircraft.

OBJECTIVES OF THE AFFILIATON PROGRAM cont.

To develop an understanding and appreciation of the complexities of air movement and unit activities necessary to prepare for that movement.

OBJECTIVES OF THE AFFILIATON PROGRAM cont.

To provide a closer relationship between the affiliated units to develop a mutual understanding of their respective mission capabilities and requirements.To provide a joint training program to enhance planning and executing.

AFFILIATION TRAINING

Equipment Preparation Course (EPC)Airlift Planners Course (APC)Static Load Training

Equipment Preparation Course (EPC)

Two day course which coversPallet Build-upWeigh and marking vehicleOrganizing a Load TeamAircraft familiarizationShoring requirementsJoint InspectionsCertify Haz-Mat for air shipment (documentation only)Cleaning of equipmentManifesting troops and equipment

Airlift Planners Course (APC).

Six day course which coversLoad Planning Principles• Center of Balance• Pyramid Loading

Aircraft Characteristics• C-5, C-17, C-130• KC-10

Building Load Plans using ICODESCertifies graduates as Load Planners

STATIC LOAD TRAININGAircraft familiarization Weigh & Balance Vehicles Build PalletsDevelop Load PlansLoading

Equipment PrepDocumentationTie down

Pallets

Loading

Vehicles

Affiliation ConferencesHosted by 452nd ALCFHeld every 2 yearsForum to address common issues and problems experienced by affiliatesShare important and current information regarding airlift

Successful Program RequirementsAffiliated units must be self-reliant (through training and deployment exercises)Affiliated Units must have continued training and keep assigned personnel involved Affiliated Units must develop a local program to identify and track the availability and proficiency of trained personnelAffiliated Units must coordinate and request training with the 452nd ALCF.

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