Training Layout

AWACS / RN ASAC / ACA requirements:

Pilot, Recon Rated, not a controller. Does not provide ATS. Carried out utilising “on board sensors”

CRC Boulmer ASAC requirements:

VATSIM C1, Military Approach Rated. Carried out using a controller client with designated position logon. May provide Air Traffic Services.

AWACS/ASAC Training evolutions:

• Direct 1 v 1 intercept against a non-maneuvering target with a commit to ID a BOGEY

• Direct a 1 v 1 intercept against a maneuvering target with a commit to ID a BOGEY

• Direct a Defensive Counter Air (Combat Air Patrol) against an inbound threat aircraft, utilising Theatre ROE

ACA Training Evolutions

• Liaise with a TAC-P (can be instructor) to establish airspace in support of TAC-P operations

• Ideally, minimum of 1 Fast Jet to conduct CAS & 1 Helicopter to Conduct a Tactical Transport sortie

• Conduct a SCAR sortie within an established Danger Area with at least 1 Fast Jet. Demonstrating Simulated identification of targets (list provided by Instructor), prioritising in accordance with instructions briefed prior to departure. Passing details to strike aircraft.

• Conduct 1 Simulated SAR OSC task. Support from in house RW assets and/or vHelimed. Ideally, add a fixed wing raft drop from P8/A400 as part of build up.