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01/11/21 15:49:38 UTC 75.300 MHz ALBEMARLE, NC 75.300 FM. Same chirp/encryption sounds as heard on 01-06-21 on 75.65 and on 01-07-21 on 75.75FM. 96-6042 AE272C currently orbiting area over Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge, south of KVUJ. VIKINGxx reported in area to KVUJ tower approx 1015h. No in the clear tx heard yet. -AJ |
01/10/21 00:03:00 UTC 11.175 USB MHz BARING, WA Callsign "Bradyfish" Standing by for traffic. Repeated three times, no response |
01/07/21 17:03:30 UTC 225.35 MHz DAYTONA BEACH, FL Vanguard, Rustic flts A10s hitting Pinecastle range |
01/11/21 15:56:47 UTC 75.750 MHz "Elevation 4-7-0 feet, enemy fighting position, 17 Sierra Papa Uniform (grid location outskirts of Ft Bragg), none, friendlies east, 180 meters" PL 151.4. A2G, prolonged voice comms, intermixed with occasional crypto. VIKINGxx (CN-235) orbiting over grid at the time. 01-07-2021 between 1500-1600h. -AJ |
01/11/21 15:56:21 UTC 75.750 MHz "Elevation 4-7-0 feet, enemy fighting position, 17 Sierra Papa Uniform (grid location outskirts of Ft Bragg), none, friendlies east, 180 meters" PL 151.4. A2G, prolonged voice comms, intermixed with occasional crypto. VIKINGxx (CN-235) orbiting over grid at the time. 01-07-2021 between 1500-1600h. -AJ |
01/07/21 17:29:16 UTC 75.650 MHz "...7-5, lima-charlie, in-the-RED.." 1644h. "..radio check...fire..gonna start for us...prob get a good hour, an hour from when we depart, if we stick around past now its going to delay those guys getting in the air by 1800..." 1700h. "..9-9, VIKING73, came in broken, unreadable, say again...from 73, we want to push SECURE..." 1826h. All Tx's after that sounded like static, with a chirp/beep at the start of each. 01/06/2021. 96-6042 & 96-6043 (common callsign VIKING) active in same time frame Sanford/Bragg vic. -AJ |
12/22/20 13:09:02 UTC 228.7500 MHz "ALPHA 5-0-0 and below, southern airspace....3-0-0 and below" 12-21-2020 1433h -AJ |
12/18/20 15:38:09 UTC 143.300 MHz "...GECKO07, six jumpers away..." 12/11/2020, 1639h. -AJ |
12/18/20 15:36:30 UTC 123.475 MHz "...GECKO65, request winds..." "LIGHTNING6, GECKO65, all jumpers away...flight level 250, flight speed 130 knots..." 12/11/2020, between 0950-1020h. -AJ |
12/17/20 13:34:43 UTC 32.450 MHz "ZEUS33, FORECAST BASE, calling in the blind, we are arrival Montgomery County (K43A)" 2145h. "...Ops normal, we are off Montgomery, en route to TTA (KTTA Raleigh Executive Jetport at Sanford-Lee County Airport)" 2220h 12/15/20 -AJ |
2020 Support Manual
United States Air Force
Air Demonstration Squadron
Thunderbirds
Summary of Changes
-Removed all references to Recognition Ceremony
-Ch. 1 Updated Thunderbird POC contact information.
-Ch. 3 Clarified vehicle requirements to include Large SUVs and ensure trailer light wiring is in good working condition. Updated flight line accessibility with respect to access list.
-Ch. 7 Defined show center marker length of 35’, extensively revised Thunderbird VIP ticket section, updated verbiage to include not requiring a ticket for Thunderbird guests 10 and under when accompanied by an adult, increased VIP ticket amount to 250/day.
-Ch. 9 Added recommended information list that Thunderbird project officer should have ready.
-Ch. 11 Updated timeline for Public Affairs information sheet to 45 days prior, updated Fallen Warrior section.
-Ch. 12 Extensively updated entire section, requires thorough read through. Notably, the Thunderbirds do not consider local TV/radio personalities as eligible for media flights and shows located in the Eastern time zone will generally only have one flight available on Friday morning.
-Ch. 13 Extensively updated entire section, requires thorough read through.
-Ch. 14 Added request for itinerary for any formal events with a presentation at least 24 hours prior.
-Ch. 15 Clarified “prime” space for recruiting booth, added request for air show narrator to announce recruiting booth visit by Thunderbird personnel.
-Ch. 18 Updated arrival times for jets to Eastern and Central time zone shows to 4 pm and 3 pm, respectively.
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KEYS TO SUCCESS |
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CHAPTER 1 |
GETTING STARTED |
CHAPTER 2 |
HOUSING/GYM |
CHAPTER 3 |
TRANSPORTATION |
CHAPTER 4 |
MAINTENANCE |
CHAPTER 5 |
SECURITY |
CHAPTER 6 |
PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM |
CHAPTER 7 |
AIRFIELD SET UP |
CHAPTER 8 |
OPERATIONS |
CHAPTER 9 |
ADVANCE PILOT MEETING |
CHAPTER 10 |
FAA WAIVERS / NOTAMS |
CHAPTER 11 |
PUBLICITY |
CHAPTER 12 |
MEDIA FLIGHTS |
CHAPTER 13 |
HOMETOWN HEROES |
CHAPTER 14 |
PUBLIC APPEARANCES |
CHAPTER 15 |
AIR FORCE RECRUITING |
CHAPTER 16 |
AIR FORCE RETENTION |
CHAPTER 17 |
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CHAPTER 18 |
TIMETABLES |
ATTACHMENTS: |
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Attachment 1 |
Thunderbird Project Officer’s Checklist |
Attachment 2 |
Military Air Show Information Sheet |
Attachment 3 |
Civilian Air Show Information Sheet |
Attachment 4 |
Sample Air show Schedule of Events |
Attachment 5 |
Example Airfield Diagram |
Attachment 6 |
Example Parking Plan |
Attachment 7 |
Example Overwater Show site Diagram |
Attachment 8 |
Example Weight Bearing Waiver |
Attachment 9 |
Sample FAA Waiver Application for Arrival Maneuvers |
Attachment 10 |
Sample FAA Waiver Application for Aerial Demonstration |
Attachment 11 |
Sample |
Attachment 12 |
Quick Reference Table of Required Equipment |
Attachment 13 |
Media Flight Information Sheet |
Attachment 14 |
Media/Orientation Flight Health Questionnaire |
Attachment 14.2 |
Media Flight Information Sheet |
Attachment 15 |
Hold Harmless Agreement |
Attachment 16 |
Public Relations Event Information Sheet |
Attachment 17 |
Lithograph Request List |
Attachment 19 |
Public Affairs |
Attachment 20 |
Recruiting |
Attachment 21 |
Execution Checklist |
Attachment 22 |
Memorandum of Agreement for Arresting Gear |
Attachment 23 |
Memorandum of Understanding for AGE Equipment |
Attachment 24 |
2017 Support Manual Compliance Certificate |
GLOSSARY |
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Keys to Success
1. Read this support manual thoroughly! We realize it is a lengthy document and even if you have recently
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requirements. After reading this manual, sign, scan and email the |
Support Manual Compliance Certificate (Attachment 24) to the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator no later than 31 Jan 2020 or when your first ‘deliverable’ is due, whichever occurs first.
2.Ensure that the TFR and waivers are in effect and no aircraft (commuters, other demo teams, civilian traffic, etc.) enter into the airspace during arrival, practice and demonstration aerial work. Make sure the center of TFR and Waivers are based off of Show Center as opposed to the airfield center of mass. At times this can be up to a mile off and could be a potential show stopper.
3.Arrange for snow/FOD fencing for entire crowd line with no gaps below fence and ensure distance from Thunderbirds’ jets nose tires to crowd line is ≥300’.
4.Ensure that Thunderbirds maintenance hangar is not used for any air show function and is ready for exclusive Thunderbirds use upon Advance Pilot arrival. Ensure the hangar is large enough for all 8 aircraft.
5.Coordinate for jets to park in the same location from arrival until departure. Ensure your ground parking plan takes into account the Thunderbirds aircraft and how that will affect your static aircraft arrival and parking.
6.Provide access to tow jets from hangar to jet parking location during duration of stay without towing through the crowd line.
7.Ensure all required AGE and vehicles are in place and ready for inspection at the designated time on the team’s arrival day. Give yourself adequate time to collect and position all of the vehicles. In many cases, this will require you to place them the night before the team’s arrival.
8.Ensure
DD MM.MMM format prior to Advance Pilot’s arrival. Accurate placement of the markers cannot be stressed enough. Thunderbird 1 will use these markers as his primary visual references. Please make every attempt to have them in place prior to Thunderbird 8’s arrival. It is highly recommended the individual placing the marker utilize GPS equipment for correct placement.
9.Ensure the airfield is swept for debris before the first
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Chapter 1
Getting Started
1.IN GENERAL: We make operational and management decisions based upon the information you provide us. Ensure you keep our Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator informed and meet the planning checklist requirements and timeline.
2.THUNDERBIRD PROJECT OFFICER: Name one individual as your Thunderbird Project Officer and allow that person to be the sole source of contact with the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator.
a.The Thunderbird Project Officer must read this manual and be acquainted with the respective areas of responsibility. He or she should be able to discuss all details of your air show and our operational requirements. Details will include, but are not limited to, your schedule of events, FAA waivers, airfield/show site diagrams, housing and transportation requirements, PR requests, etc.
b.The Thunderbird Project Officer must be readily available for direct coordination at least 45 days prior to the air show. Please do not send your project officer on temporary duty (TDY) during this time, or assign additional duties that could conflict with air show requirements.
c.The Thunderbird Project Officer needs to meet the Advance Pilot upon his or her arrival. For deployed sites, the Project Officer needs to be available at the Thunderbird aircraft parking location.
3.AIR FORCE RECRUITER: Recruiting quality candidates for military service is the heart of the Thunderbird mission. It is essential local recruiters take an active role in coordinating activities that enhance recruiting. Recruiters must work closely with your Public Affairs or Publicity representative for maximum benefit from our visit. Please keep them involved during your planning as they are a valuable resource.
4.PUBLIC AFFAIRS: An effective publicity campaign is crucial to a successful air show. The Public Affairs representative should distribute all
5.MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVE: The Medical representative serves as a liaison between the Thunderbird Flight Surgeon and the nearest medical facility. The representative need not be on call and does not need to attend the Advance Pilot meeting. He or she simply acts as a liaison and provide information to our doctor.
6.MAILING ADDRESS
a.When corresponding with the Thunderbirds, send all letters and packages to:
(NAME)
USAFADS “Thunderbirds” 4445 Tyndall Ave
Nellis AFB NV
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b.Send important information by priority mail, in sufficient time to reach us before the suspense date.
7.TELEPHONE NUMBERS
a.Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator – Mr. Michael “Teddy” Rux
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b. Public Affairs – Captain Remoshay Nelson / MSgt Terri Barriere / TSgt Ned Johnston DSN
Email: remoshay.nelson.1@us.af.mil / terri.barriere@us.af.mil / ned.johnston@us.af.mil / usafads.pa@us.af.mil / afthunderbirds@gmail.com
c. Thunderbird Recruiter – TSgt Peter Rivera peter.rivera.2@us.af.mil
8.DEMONSTRATION FEE
a.Department of Defense policy states civilian shows must pay $6,000 per official demonstration. For example, a two day air show would require the civilian show site to pay $12,000. This is a partial reimbursement for expenses. Make checks payable to “Defense Accounting Office”, and mail to the address listed above.
b.Checks must arrive at least 30 days before your air show. If the show is cancelled for any reason after the Thunderbirds arrive, we unfortunately cannot reimburse you.
9.AIR SHOW INFORMATION SHEET
a.The Air Show Information Sheet (Attachment 2 for military show locations or Attachment 3 for civilian show locations) contains essential information needed to prepare our itinerary. Please send as much information as possible immediately after ICAS so that we can begin the coordination process. The final version is due to the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator no later than 60 days prior to your air show.
b.When filling out the information sheet, be sure to include the full name and rank (if applicable) of all individuals, and commercial, DSN, and cell phone numbers.
c.Correct spelling is extremely important, as some individuals will receive personalized lithographs derived from the information sheet. For military members, please verify what the individual’s rank will be at the time of our visit.
10.SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
a.As soon as possible, please provide the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator with a detailed schedule of your air show. It needs to list every event or flight where Thunderbird participation is expected (See Sample Air show Schedule of Events at Attachment 4).
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Chapter 2
Housing/Gym
1. HOUSING
Our Thunderbird Commander’s Support Staff will work to obtain suitable lodging facilities for our team at your location soon after the season’s schedule is approved and released to the public.
Recommendations are always welcomed, but the final choice of location will be determined by the Thunderbird Commander Support Staff
2.WORKOUT FACILITIES
a.The Thunderbirds are required to maintain a rigorous physical conditioning program during the show season. Please ensure that the Thunderbirds have access to a facility with a complete weight training area as well as a cardio training area. It must be available
b.At military installations, we request to have access to the base fitness center between
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Chapter 3
Transportation
1.GENERAL
a.The host Transportation representative must ensure vehicle requirements are met. Our Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator needs a written status report at least 60 days prior to your show date
b.Funding for vehicles, to include insurance, is the responsibility of the show site. In case of accidental damage, the show site must be prepared to cover the deductible.
c.Thunderbird personnel do not provide rental contract information to show sites. It is the show site’s
responsibility to provide vehicles for Thunderbird use. Please fill out all the rental contract paperwork prior to the arrival of the Advance Pilot.
d.Regardless of the type of vehicles provided (rentals, courtesy, etc) we will not accept vehicles with ANY type of advertisement, dealership stickers, etc., as this could be interpreted as an implied endorsement by the USAF or the Thunderbirds.
e.Unique situations, such as show site provided transit of Thunderbird personnel to/from hotel and airport, may drive changes to the team’s transportation requirements. Any changes must be specifically coordinated in writing with the Thunderbird Events Coordinator and agreed upon 30 days prior to the show.
2.VEHICLES
a. The host transportation representative must ensure:
(1)Host personnel are briefed to release all required vehicles. We will ensure our people are qualified
to operate rental, courtesy, or military vehicles.
(2)All vehicles assigned for team use must be available for the duration of our stay including early arrivals, late departures, or extended stay due to aircraft maintenance problems.
(3)All vehicles are placed on the flight line side and in the immediate vicinity of the Thunderbird support aircraft arrival parking area. Please do not mix Thunderbird vehicles with any other air show vehicles.
(4)All vehicles assigned for Thunderbird use are authorized for the flight line as well as for use on and off base.
(5)All vehicles are in place, fully serviced and fueled with keys above the visor, at the designated time
in the Thunderbird itinerary. The Advance Pilot and/or Crew Chief will inventory and inspect the vehicles. The transportation representative must be present during the inspection.
(6)All vehicles are in good mechanical condition and dependable with adequate seating and seatbelts.
(7)Provide contact information to the Advance Pilot for
(8)All cars must be
all cars are clean (i.e.: trash from previous renters removed, seats cleaned of pet hair, etc.)
3. COURTESY CARS
a. Please ensure those groups providing courtesy vehicles understand they will be used on and around the flight lines, outdoors, and in some cases off paved roads. The vehicles will be used to transport equipment required to service the aircraft to include use of the truck beds. We will make EVERY effort to keep the vehicles in the condition they were given to us in, but they are work vehicles during our stay.
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4. REQUIRED VEHICLES
a. Minimum vehicle requirements are:
Total vehicles required = 34 + 3 Golf Carts
16 Sedans
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3Golf carts for Public Affairs, Recruiter and Communication Personnel (request one
NOTE: The number of vehicles required may change depending on the length of our trip, distinguished visitors travelling with the team, etc. Please contact Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator prior to making vehicle arrangements to get an updated list of required vehicles.
b.The flatbed truck may be substituted for a trailer with low sides capable of holding six
5.FLIGHT LINE ACCESSIBILITY
a.The host Transportation representative must ensure that all vehicles assigned to the Thunderbird team have access to the flight line starting with the arrival of the advance team through the team’s departure.
Please make every attempt to work with ramp security to accomplish this regardless of military or civilian show site. The vehicles provided are mission critical and are essential to the movement of our equipment on a daily basis.
b.All Thunderbirds are required to possess an airfield driver’s license at Nellis AFB. We drive around nearly every type of aircraft in the Air Force inventory on one of the busiest flight lines. Due to the time constraints, we do not have time to receive an Air Field Driving briefing from each site we go to. Please work with the Air Show Coordinator if your airfield management requests to provide a brief.
c.Vehicle access to and from the support aircraft, Thunderbird jets, and the designated hangar should be coordinated with the airboss and/or control tower so that minimal communication is required for the vehicles. Experience has shown that requiring clearance across or down active taxiways can create unacceptable delays. We request active taxiways be placed in uncontrolled status to allow vehicles to
cross without requiring a clearance from ground control – the Thunderbirds will give way to any taxiing aircraft. If such a situation is unavoidable please provide escorts on both sides of the affected taxiway to facilitate vehicle travel from the arrival of the morning shift until all aircraft maintenance is completed each day.
d.We will place a Thunderbird placard on the dash of each vehicle assigned for our use as the primary means of identification. Please ensure security and
e.Due to the dynamic nature of our show schedule, the Thunderbirds are unable to provide an EAL. However, we will provide a passenger manifest NLT 24 hours prior to the team’s arrival. This manifest includes all official Thunderbird personnel.
6.VEHICLE
Thunderbird personnel will return all vehicles near the support aircraft parking location. All vehicles will
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Chapter 4
Maintenance
1.GENERAL: The air show is responsible for obtaining and arranging the required support listed in this manual, and for incurring the costs involved in obtaining and transporting the equipment and materials. The show site is also responsible for any fuels costs associated with AGE equipment use. Please provide the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator a written status report of all equipment at least 60 days prior to your show date.
a.In addition to the initial 60 days prior written status report, the show site must provide a 30 days prior written status of any equipment shortfalls (missing equipment, reduced quantities, etc.) or intent to substitute any of the required equipment with
2.FOREIGN OBJECT DAMAGE (FOD) CONTROL
a.FOD refers to damage to aircraft components, i.e., flight controls, tires, or engines, due to foreign objects such as loose gravel, nuts, bolts, etc.
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c.Snow fencing is a MUST and will prevent FOD from blowing onto the runways and taxiways. Ensure snow fencing is erected so it touches the ground and is sandbagged to prevent trash blowing underneath the fence. Orange, nylon FOD fencing is an acceptable alternative to snow fencing along the crowd line. Also, please place containers suitable for FOD disposal (two garbage cans) near our maintenance hangar.
3.ARRIVAL PARKING COORDINATION
a.We request to park in our show parking location upon arrival. We will NOT accept a plan which requires towing all 8 aircraft each day. Arrangements can be made for us to position to show center after Friday’s rehearsal and remain there until after Sunday’s performance.
b.For downloading and uploading cargo on arrival and departure days, park the
c.The host site Maintenance representative must be available upon the arrival of the Advance Pilot and Crew Chief. The Maintenance representative should plan to shadow the Advance Crew Chief for the remainder of
the day and be available for the entire duration of the Thunderbirds stay.
4.HANGAR SPACE
a. We may need to hangar our 8
(1)Ensure the hangar space you select for our aircraft is empty and dedicated for our exclusive use throughout the duration of our stay.
(2)The hangar must have a minimum of 15,000 square feet of useable floor space with
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(3)The cost of hangar space is the show sponsor’s responsibility, to include our extended stay due to maintenance or airlift support problems.
(4)If, due additional space, our dedicated hangar is shared with other aircraft, equipment, etc, we must be able to tow our aircraft into and out of the hangar at any time (duty and
b.We need unlimited access to tow an
5.AIRCRAFT ENGINE OIL SAMPLES
a. We carry a Spectroil Jr.
b.To operate the oil analysis machine, we require a ground floor area in a building (our primary maintenance hangar, fire station, etc.) with a trash can. It is preferable this building be as close to our support aircraft as possible.
6.FUEL REQUIREMENTS
a.We will need two
(1)Normally, we will not refuel our
(2)Fuel trucks should be in place 30 minutes after our initial arrival.
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b.We will pay for fuel at military show sites using the DoD fuel card for each respective aircraft. Civilian show sites purchasing jet fuel will be reimbursed at the DoD Fuels Contract rate or
(1)The show site must pay the difference above the
(2)Costs related to transporting fuel is the responsibility of the show site.
c.Fuel Quantities – Each aircraft burns approximately 800 gallons of aviation turbine fuel per flight.
(1)Each aircraft will require approximately 800 gallons after our arrival and survey.
(2)A practice flight consumes approximately 4,800 gallons of aviation turbine fuel.
(3)A demonstration flight consumes approximately 4,800 gallons of aviation turbine fuel.
(4)A media flight consumes approximately 900 gallons of aviation turbine fuel.
(5)A standard weekend including 1 practice, 2 demonstrations, and 2 media flights will require approximately 16,200 gallons of aviation turbine fuel.
(6)The support aircraft crew will pay for their own fuel and will require approximately 6,000 gallons.
d.Fuel Specifications – Acceptable fuels for Thunderbird aircraft include
(1)Aviation turbine fuel use limits:
i.Solids - 4.0 MG/Gal maximum
ii.FSII
iii.Electrical conductivity shall be 50 - 700 pS/m
(2)Aviation fuels must pass through two separate filtrations downstream of bulk storage, with at least one filtration being via the aircraft refueling equipment. All aviation turbine fuel must contain FSII.
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7. SMOKE OIL REQUIREMENTS
NOTE: You should order smoke oil at least 60 days in advance of your show.
a.Purchasing Smoke Oil - smoke oil should be obtained in
(1)Only full, unopened barrels are acceptable.
(2)For military show sites, the Thunderbirds will reimburse the cost of smoke oil used.
a.Military unit Resource Advisor will contact Thunderbirds Resource Advisor NET 30 calendar days prior to Thunderbirds arrival.
b.Provide completed contract, paid invoice, and signed hand receipt of quantity used to Thunderbirds Resource Advisor NLT 10 business days after airshow.
c.Reimbursement will be through MIPR CAT I or CAT II (DD Form 448) and must be completed in DEAMS. Ensure Financial Management Accounting (FMA) office contact information is accurate and complete.
d.DD Form
(3)For civilian show sites, the air show organizer is required to pay for all smoke oil.
(4)For both military/civilian show sites, consider building a clause that will allow you to return any unopened barrels of oil to the vendor into your smoke oil contract.
b.Smoke Oil Quantities - the Thunderbirds will require the following amounts of smoke oil (contingent upon our schedule at your location):
(1)3 drums after the arrival survey
(2)5 drums per practice flight
(3)5 drums per demonstration flight
(4)1 drum per media flight
(5)A standard weekend consisting of the arrival, 1 practice, 2 demonstrations, and 2 media flights will require 20 drums of smoke oil
NOTE: The number of barrels required may change depending on the length of our trip, and any extra flights planned at each location. The Thunderbirds Event Coordinator will let your show site know as soon as possible if there will be extra barrels required. Any more than 20 barrels will be reimbursed by the Thunderbirds.
c.Smoke Oil Specifications – USAF Technical Orders only allow the use of the products listed below. Please check each barrel individually during acceptance to avoid aircraft contamination.
(1)Acceptable smoke oil:
a.Chevron U.S.A., Inc Canopus 13 04BH0
b.Shell Oil Company Aeroshell Smoke Oil 5W416
c.Copper State Petrol. CSP Aviation Smoke Oil 6TAZ7
d.W.S. Dodge Oil Company Smoke Oil C13 0XAK2
e.PetroBlend Corporation Pure White Smoke Oil 7G4W2
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8.HYDRAZINE
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(1)Disaster response procedures are necessary for any
(2)Thunderbird maintenance personnel will neutralize, contain, and remove all
i.Special
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9.MAINTENANCE RADIO FREQUENCIES
a.We will utilize our own
b.Our frequencies are 413.275 and 413.325. We only require one clear channel to operate. If both our frequencies conflict with others in your area, the show site must complete one of the three following options:
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10.HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL
a.We require a means to dispose of hazardous waste (used hydraulic fluid, oil, fuel, soak up pads, etc).
11.MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
a.Exact requirements are listed in the charts on Attachment 12. This is the minimum amount of support equipment we require to guarantee a successful air show. It must be dedicated to the team for the duration of our stay.
b.If you are planning to
c.Maintenance equipment may be obtained from nearby military installations; however, you may be responsible for costs incurred in transporting the equipment. It is the show site’s responsibility to coordinate with military installations for the use of support equipment. Please check all equipment to ensure it is fully serviced and operational. The cost of fuel for AGE equipment is the responsibility of the show site.
d.Maintenance equipment must be in place near the maintenance hangar before the Advance Pilot arrives. Placing the equipment in an area where we need local support to access it is unacceptable.
e.In the event a military instillation requires a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to utilize maintenance equipment, a sample MOU is attached (See Attachment 23) for reference.
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Chapter 5
Security
1.CROWD SECURITY
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b.For effective crowd security, the air show must:
(1)Set up a physical barrier to act as a crowd line and keep all spectators behind this line.
(2)Establish procedures, including road closures, physical sweeps, or water patrols, to clear the aerobatic box prior to any aerobatic flight. This includes practices and any other time aerobatics will be performed in the aerobatic box. The Thunderbird Event Coordinator will indicate any flights, outside of the practice and show performances, that require a sanitized aerobatic box.
(3)Position one security/law enforcement person at either the air boss stand or at our communications trailer during our flight times. (This applies to both practices and demonstrations.) It is very important for this person to have a reliable communication link to other security personnel on the site in order to quickly correct security deficiencies.
(4)Brief your air show security team on all procedures for the air show.
(5)Provide a crowd count estimate to the host Public Affairs representative within one hour after landing.
c.Bona fide photographers desiring to take photographs closer than the crowd line must get approval from, and be escorted by, a Thunderbird Public Affairs representative.
2.AIRCRAFT SECURITY
a.The Security/Law Enforcement representative must coordinate all matters of aircraft security. He or she must:
(1)Arrange for
i.Military security forces are preferred for security detail.
ii.Police detail is acceptable if military security forces are unavailable.
iii.If our support aircraft will remain at your show site you must provide security for it as well. If the parking plan does not allow the same security detail to monitor both our
(2)The show organizer is responsible for providing the security force and ensuring the
(3)Establish access procedures for all Thunderbird aircraft. At no time will our support aircraft be open to the general public. Only personnel with Thunderbird escorts are authorized to be near any of our aircraft.
(4)Ensure Thunderbird members have unimpeded access to the aircraft at all times.
(5)Provide a representative to the Advance Pilot/Narrator meeting with “Red Line Status” for military installations.
3.POLICE ESCORTS
a.Due to the likelihood of traffic congestion leading into your show site on the day of the show, we will require two police escorts for each show day. Contact the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator for times.
(1)We request a dedicated unit on the front and rear of the caravan.
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(2)There should be enough additional units to stop traffic at intersections and lead our convoy through traffic lights.
b.There will be approximately 25 cars in our first departure and 10 in the second departure. All Thunderbird vehicles will be clearly marked with placards on the driver side window, Thunderbird flags attached to the driver’s side rear window and will travel with headlights and hazard lights on.
c.We request the lead police unit not exceed the posted speed limit.
d.For show sites where our lodging location is not in close proximity to the air show, be prepared to provide a “staging location” where the Thunderbirds can meet the police escort into the show site. In all other cases, the police escort should begin at the lodging location for the team.
e.Alternatives to a police escort will be reviewed on a
4.MOVEMENT ON BASE/AIRFIELD
a.The Thunderbird team needs to be able to move throughout the airfield or base environment quickly and efficiently in order to conduct our mission.
b.If billeted on base, ensure the vehicle traffic plan on air show days allows for team members to efficiently move from billeting to our work area. This may include providing traffic breaks to allow Thunderbird vehicles to cross general traffic inbound/outbound lanes, as well as allowing Thunderbird vehicles to pass through road blocks in order to get to the maintenance hangar and/or operations area. It is imperative these instructions are passed to the lowest echelon of security forces to allow efficient movement on base.
c.In the case of a civilian airport with secure gate access, ensure the Thunderbirds have the appropriate codes to access flight line gates and/or station security personnel at the gate to allow team member entry from 0600- 2200 hours.
d.If Thunderbirds are required to remain at the show site or airport after 2200 due to maintenance of our aircraft, or report to work prior to 0600, the show site is responsible for either providing
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Chapter 6
Public Address System
1.GENERAL
a. It is your responsibility to provide a public address system for your air show. If you cannot provide a public address system, you must notify the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator NLT 90 days prior to your
show. We will bring our own public address system that covers approximately
b.Commercial radio broadcasts of the narration and Thunderbird air show music are possible through direct tie- in. We encourage shows with large crowd viewing areas – especially beach shows – to coordinate with a local radio station to broadcast the narration and music via a
c.If radio or TV stations need power, the sponsor must provide it.
d.During the Friday practice session the Thunderbird Communications Specialist will
site’s system. To make an accurate test of the show location system, it must be completely
e.Normally, the communications trailer is stowed in the maintenance hangar. At deployed show site locations, i.e. a beach, please provide either a secure storage facility at the show site, or provide overnight security at the communications trailer if left outside.
f.The trailer is 120” long, 77” wide, 84” high, and weighs 4,400 lbs.
2.SPONSOR REQUIREMENTS
a.Music Licensing Rights: The United States Air Force requires that any U.S. air show
show.) Each event organizer should secure music licenses from BMI, ASCAP and SESAC and provide proof of licenses to the teams no later than 30 days prior to the event. Contacts to obtain these licenses are listed on the ICAS website (http://www.airshows.aero).
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3.COMMUNICATIONS TRAILER SET UP
a.The communications trailer will normally be set up at or near show center just
b.Our PA system must be fully operational in order to perform our aerial demonstration. Normally, the system will be operational 1 hour prior to the Thunderbirds’ takeoff for the air show.
c.A three to five minute sound check will be required before the demonstration. Our communications specialists will coordinate with the show site narrator or communications person prior to testing our system.
d.Our communication trailer personnel will need a golf cart for Saturday and Sunday setup. This is included in the vehicle request. We request the golf carts be located at the show site in the case of a deployed show.
e.Our communications system will be picked up following the autograph session. Please DO NOT handle any Thunderbird PA equipment.
f.Request 5 gallon container of
g.Our current Communications Specialist
4.THUNDERBIRD AUDIO OUTPUTS
a.The audio signal from our communications trailer is a balanced line level, from an XLR connector. The output will consist of music and narration only.
b.Stations desiring to patch into our system must be prepared to supply the cable for the
5.PUBLIC ADDRESS EXPECTATIONS
a.From the beginning of our ground ceremony (30 minutes prior to takeoff) until the end of our aerial demonstration, no announcements on other PA systems, engine or APU runs, bands playing, drill teams marching, etc., should be allowed. Just prior to our autograph session we will allow the show announcer
b.If you must make an emergency announcement during our show, please bring it to the Thunderbird communications trailer.
5.SAFETY
a. For the safety of all concerned, do not allow spectators to cross the crowd line and come near the communications trailer, the speakers, speaker cable connectors, or other associated equipment.
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PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM CHECKLIST
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1.Briefed your narrator of our expectations of how we will get the microphone and when they can make announcements after the show?
2.Coordinated requests for radio
3.Located a storage area for the trailer with proper outlets?
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Chapter 7
Airfield Setup
1.SHOW LINE
a.Choosing a show line is possibly the most crucial decision you must make. The show line will determine the location of your aerobatic box, crowd line, and show center. If you have any questions about your show line send out an aerial photo or map to the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator and ask the Operations Officer to call you to discuss the placement.
b.The show line should be an absolute straight path over the ground, located
c.When selecting an overland show line you have three potential options listed below in order of preference:
(1)Natural Show Line - The optimum choice is a natural show line that runs along or parallel to and within 200 feet laterally of a runway or taxiway.
(2)Aligned Natural Show Line - The second choice is a natural show line aligned with, or parallel to and within 200 feet laterally of, a clearly visible straight path on the ground. Examples of this might include highways, distinctive tree lines, or pipelines.
(3)Artificial Show Line - If the show line is not on or
d.You MUST provide the Thunderbirds Air Show Events Coordinator an airfield diagram of your show setup at least 90 days prior to your show to allow adequate review.
e.
(1)Please ensure the boats will be in the same exact location each day. This can be accomplished by using a
(2)You will need the assistance of the Coast Guard or Lake Patrol to ensure other boats do not enter the demonstration area and mingle with the two boats that mark the show line. A typical
erobatic box are not moving inside the aerobatic box during the demonstration, as this is potentially disorienting to the pilots.
(3)Please have a Coast Guard representative with
(4)In the interest of safety for our pilots and spectators, we cannot allow parasailing inside the TFR during our arrival survey, practices, or demonstrations. Please work with local municipalities to ensure that all
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parasailing operations are terminated prior to, and for the entire duration of our TFR times.
2. SHOW CENTER MARKER
a. Show center is the location the Thunderbirds will use to center each maneuver during the demonstration. If possible, locate show center in a
ataxiway.
b.The show center marker must be in the center of the 12,000 foot aerobatic box with 6,000 feet on each side.
c.The show center marker should be a large, highly visible vehicle, a minimum of 35 feet in length: white,
yellow, blue, or orange in color (that contrasts with surrounding terrain) with significant vertical development. Examples include, but not limited to: large snowplows, buses, and
d.This marker should be in place for the Advance Pilot’s arrival, the arrival survey, all practices, and demonstrations.
e.If the edge of the runway is the show line, the vehicles should be placed at least 100 feet (but less than 300 feet) off the runway so as not to interfere with takeoff or landing.
f.A NOTAM may be required for placement of the markers if near an active runway. Check with the local airfield manager.
g.Please arrange the SHOW CENTER marker so it faces PERPENDICULAR to the show line (i.e. the show center marker points at the crowd).
h.If the physical center of the crowd (CROWD CENTER) is not
3.BOMB BURST MARKER (WHERE JETS WILL CROSS DURING BOMB BURST MANUEVER)
a.The cross point for the bomb burst must be located on the same show line as the show center marker - 500 feet past the right edge of the crowd line. The best way to envision this marker is to imagine you are the very last person on the right side of the crowd watching the show. The bomb burst cross point would be 500 feet to your right. For our planning purposes, please provide the distance in feet from the show center and bomb burst crossover.
b.The best distance for the bomb burst marker from the show center marker is 2200'. If you have a long crowd line, this may not be possible. The priority is to always have the Bomb Burst Marker no closer than 500' from crowd right at all times.
c.The bomb burst marker should also be a large,
d.This marker must also be in place for the Advance Pilot’s arrival, the arrival survey, all practices, and all demonstrations.
Please arrange the BOMB BURST marker so it faces PARALLEL to the show line.
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4.SHOW PARKING
a.Our preference is to recover the aircraft at the same parking location we will use for the show, and to remain there until our departure. An acceptable alternative is to recover the aircraft on arrival day to an alternate location, and then recover to show parking at the completion of our practice session. It is not acceptable to build a plan that requires us to tow all 8 aircraft from one location to another for the show. Ensure your static display aircraft arrival plan takes into account our parking locations. Require any large aircraft that cannot taxi in/out around the Thunderbird parking location to arrive before the practice session and stay until after the Thunderbirds depart. It is not acceptable to assume the Thunderbirds will tow our aircraft to make room for static display arrivals or departures.
b.The 8
c. For the safety of the crowd, it is necessary to ensure our aircraft are parked with the nose wheel of any aircraft positioned no closer than 300 feet from the crowd for engine start. We reserve the right to waive the requirement down to 250 feet with prior coordination.
d.We request to park all 8 jets at show center to provide the crowd a clear view of the maintenance and support personnel, maximizing recruiting capability. If you are not able to get
the crowd line where the )
e.Minimum taxiway width for parking is 75 feet. Our support aircraft should also be parked on the same side of the runway as the
f.Please do not park the support aircraft where it blocks spectator view of the show line. Our support aircraft and spare
g.If you plan to use a
h.Please attempt to avoid taxiing other aircraft in front of our 8
i.We cannot allow any show acts (aircraft, jet trucks, etc.) to smoke on the ground in front of our jets.
Residue from the smoke oil will cover our canopies and reduce pilot visibility.
5.CROWD LINE
a.The crowd line is a physical barrier preventing spectators from moving forward during an air show. Use snow fencing in combination with
b.The optimum distance for the crowd line is 1,500 feet from the show line.
(1)If the only
(2)Exceeding 1,500 feet for the crowd line is permissible, but distances greater than 1,500 feet progressively reduce the effectiveness of the demonstration.
c.Due to the design of our demonstration with regard to spectator safety, please reference the table below to determine how far right of show center your crowd can extend. Your crowd can extend no further than 4,000
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feet left of show center. If you are unable to meet this requirement, contact the Thunderbirds Air Show Events Coordinator ASAP and allow us to determine if we can safely execute a show at your location. Failure to adhere to this restriction may force us to cancel our demonstration.
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d.All static display aircraft should be positioned well behind the crowd line. For suggested arrangements of your show line, crowd line, and aircraft parking see the illustration in Attachment 5, or contact the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator, Operations Officer or Advance Pilot.
e.The FAA requires the aerobatic box be void of all people who are not mission essential during our practice and demonstration days. The aerobatic box is defined as the area from the crowd line to the show line, and 1,200 to 1,500 feet beyond the show line (for a minimum depth of 2,700 feet), and 6,000 feet either side of show center. (See Attachment 5.)
(1)Only essential personnel are permitted in the aerobatic box, i.e. demonstration teams and fire/rescue personnel.
(2)The strict nature of this FAA guidance means that access to this area must be controlled, and all personnel kept from entering the area. Because the safety of all spectators is essential, the aerial demonstration cannot begin, or may possibly be terminated, if
(3)Any essential personnel within the aerobatic box during the Thunderbird performance MUST NOT MOVE during the demonstration, to avoid distracting the Thunderbird pilots.
6.BRIEFING ROOMS
a.TEAM BRIEFING ROOM
(1)We will need a room where the team can brief and debrief. The briefing room must be
(2)The briefing room must have easy access to show center without having to drive through the spectator area. It must have a lockable door, and the room should be available for our exclusive use from the time we arrive until our departure. We also request 12 reserved parking spaces for Thunderbird vehicles close to the briefing room. Finally, we request bottled drinking water (48 bottles of water per day) be provided in the briefing room for all practice and demonstration days. This bottled water is in addition to the water provided for maintenance and show center personnel and for the Thunderbird Tent.
b.MEDIA FLIGHT BRIEFING ROOM
(1)We request an additional room located near the team briefing room to brief the media flyers and for our Public Affairs team to work. At a minimum, please arrange two chairs and a small table. Remember, this room may be filmed, so please ensure it reflects the image you desire (ie. organized and clean).
c.AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT ROOM
(1)We also request a separate, lockable room in the same area we can use to hold and inspect our flight gear. We request this room contain empty table space for
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7.THUNDERBIRD TICKET/TENT ARRANGEMENTS
a.THUNDERBIRD FAMILY/FRIEND TICKETS
(1)We issue 250 Thunderbird family/friend tickets per show day (NOTE: There are certain show sites where we may expect an increased number of guests due to proximity to alumni or team member families and will coordinate for an increased number through our Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator ). These passes are easily recognizable, and are good only on specific dates. The Air Show Events Coordinator will provide a copy to the show site Project Officer 30 days prior to the show via email. Please disseminate to those directing traffic, parking, gate entry, and VIP area entry. We request the tickets:
i.Preclude any air show entry fee.
ii.Preclude any air show parking fee.
iii.Enable access to your VIP parking area (approximately
iv.Enable access to the Thunderbird tent.
v.Allow access for Thunderbird guests 10 and under without a ticket when accompanied by a ticketed adult
b.THUNDERBIRD TENT
(1)A majority of our Thunderbird family/friend tickets are released to current Thunderbird team members’ families and Thunderbird alumni. As this population includes a wide range of ages from young infants to senior citizens, we request a tent with seating to provide shade from the elements as well as water to ensure guests avoid dehydration. Please adhere to the following in order to ensure the safety of local friends and family members:
i. Area for 250 guests with 150 reserved seats per day near show center.
ii.Canopy or tent to provide guests shade.
iii.Bottled water or refreshments for our guests. (this is in addition to the water requirements for the briefing room and for our maintenance and show center personnel)
iv.Latrine within seating area.
v.Please provide someone to check tickets at tent entrance to preclude
vi.A physical break in the fence for Thunderbird team member flight line access.
(2)We request a banner/sign affixed near the tent entrance for easy identification, however,
please take care to avoid placing the Thunderbirds’ logo/emblem on the same sign as a commercial advertiser.
(3)Be prepared to identify the Thunderbird Tent location on the ramp diagram during the Advance Pilot meeting.
(4)Please understand that the allotted number of guests does not include the
8.TRAFFIC FLOW
c.Please consider using a separate gate for air show performers and VIPs. Be prepared to pass gate number and/or road names to the Advance Pilot upon arrival.
9.AIRFIELD DIAGRAM
d.Airfield Diagram - Air show organizers must provide the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator with a scale diagram of their airfield/show site NLT 90 days prior your air show.
e.For deployed shows, we must have a diagram of the show site as well as the airfield parking plan from which the aircraft will deploy.
(1)Please contact the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator prior to drawing your diagram. We may have previously flown a show at your site and have information that could help you determine the best location for your crowd line, show center, bomb burst cross point, etc.
(2)Detailed instructions for locating these areas and sample diagrams are in Attachments 5, 6, and 7.
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(3) As a minimum, your airfield diagram should depict:
i.The complete aerobatic box from 6,000 feet right of show center to 6,000 feet left of show
center, and 1,500 feet on either side of the show line (1,200 feet on secondary crowd line if waived by FAA). (See Attachment 5.)
ii.The show line, the entire crowd area (with distance to show line), and any secondary crowd locations.
iii.Show center and bomb burst markers with geographic coordinates in
iv.Parking locations for show parking, spare
v.Magnetic (MAG) bearing of the runway, depiction of Magnetic North, and the scale of the diagram.
vi.Support hangar and briefing room locations, with access routes to show center and the support aircraft.
vii.VIP and Thunderbird family/friends seating.
(4)For military sites, we recommend using a map that depicts building numbers or a Disaster Preparedness grid map (with the same information listed above). Please include an 8½ X
(5)For civilian sites, your Airport Manager should have a diagram of the airfield. The diagram should cover the entire airfield. Ensure the diagram’s scale is clearly depicted. Please include an 8½ X
of the completed diagram.
(6) Accuracy in this planning phase with particular emphasis on placement of the show center and bomb burst markers enables us to fly our maneuvers safely and with precision.
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Chapter .
Operations
1. HAZARDS
a.Please notify the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator of any flying or ground hazards (bodies of water, trash dumps, VFR traffic congestion areas, bird hazard areas, etc.) in the local area that are not readily
known to transient aircraft. This information must be provided prior to the arrival of the advance team.
2.UNCONTROLLED AIRFIELD OPERATIONS
a.If your show site is at an uncontrolled airfield, you MUST arrange for the Airboss to be present and controlling the field for ALL Thunderbird aircraft operations including TBird 8’s arrival, TBird
3.RUNWAY BARRIERS
a.Regardless of runway length, we require a barrier on site unless there is a runway with arresting gear within 80 NM of the airfield.
b.The following are approved arresting gear per the
c.If your runway is less than 7,000 feet, we always require
d.If required, obtaining arresting gear is a safety requirement that is your responsibility. Instructions for requesting arresting gear are contained in AFI
e.Reference Attachment 22- Memorandum of Agreement to help attain your arresting gear system if required.
f.Show sites should coordinate with local FAA and airport management, as certain types of temporary arresting gear may affect civil and commercial operations.
g.If installing a runway barrier we request it be positioned 1,500 feet from the departure end of the primary runway (dependent upon prevailing winds). Arresting gear may be activated from the tower or manually
positioned. If manually positioned, it must be in place before all Thunderbird arrivals, practices and demonstrations. To avoid potential damage to our aircraft we require another aircraft certify the barrier. If significant time is required for setup, please build that into your air show schedule timeline so as not to interfere with a 1500 local time ground show and 1530 local time takeoff.
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5.RUNWAY/TAXIWAY SWEEPERS
a.The parking area and all taxiways and runways we use must be absolutely free of foreign objects that could damage our aircraft engines. Due to the vacuum effect of the
(1)If your airport maintenance facilities do not possess a vacuum sweeper, it will be necessary to make arrangements to obtain one.
(2)If a
(3)Please restrict helicopters and Harriers from hovering over taxiways, ramps, and runways intended for our use, unless you have a plan for cleaning up the area afterward. It is absolutely essential that hovering not be performed over or near our parked aircraft.
(4)If pyrotechnics are going to be used anytime during the air show, ensure they are detonated far enough away to prevent blowing foreign objects onto our aircraft or the runways and taxiways intended for use by the
6.THUNDERBIRD
a.Arrival Times – Thunderbirds
b.Communications - The Thunderbird Advance Pilot will establish contact with the Thunderbird Commander/Leader approximately
control frequency) to take control of ground and airspace 5 minutes prior to arrival and will hand control back after the Thunderbird aircraft have landed and taxied back to chocks.
c.Landing – Upon arrival, the Thunderbirds may perform a “Thunderbird Pitch”. This consists of proceeding inbound at 300 feet over the approach end of the runway. At
7.THUNDERBIRD AIRSPACE USE DURING AEROBATIC FLIGHT
a.The Thunderbirds require a TFR from the surface up to 15,000 feet AGL within a 5 NM radius of the show center coordinate for all practices and demonstrations. The airspace should also be waivered as described in Chapter 10.
b.Thunderbird aerobatic maneuvers begin and end a maximum of 6,000 feet (1 NM) left and right of show center. After each maneuver, a clearing turn to the left or right begins, followed by a climb and repositioning turn that may extend all the way out to 5 NM from show center.
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8.AIR SHOW COMMUNICATIONS
a.During the demonstration, our Operations Officer, call sign “Thunderbird 7,” will be in continuous contact with our aircraft and your tower through our radio communication specialist, call sign “Thunderbird Control,” using radios in our communications trailer.
(1)Control of the airfield will be requested, and is highly desired prior to the
(2)We fully recognize that emergency situations must take priority over aerial demonstrations, but positive transfer of control of the field must be accomplished and acknowledged by both parties to prevent further safety complications. If the tower needs to regain control of the airfield due to an emergency, it may do so only after coordination with our Operations Officer or Thunderbird Control, allowing time to halt the demonstration and advise the aircraft that the tower has control of the field. After the emergency situation has been resolved, our demonstration will not resume until we regain control of the airfield.
(3)Thunderbird Control monitors “Guard” frequency (243.0).
9.POST SHOW PROCEDURES/AUTOGRAPHS
a. Once the Thunderbird aerial demonstration has ended and all
b.Coordinate with local Security Forces or Law Enforcement to allow a full 30 minutes following the completion of the Thunderbird performance for autographs prior to clearing the airfield of
c.Please do not begin cleaning up or tearing down concessions during our autograph session. This often leads to handling of our equipment by individuals who are not familiar with it, and could result in serious damage to our sensitive communication system.
d.Please provide a
e.Deployed Shows – Normally, our demonstration pilots will not return to the deployed show location for autographs. Our show center personnel may be available for autographs with proper coordination. Please work out the details with our Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator.
10.GROUND RESCUE PROCEDURES
a.Emergency Vehicles - Our
Egress Training - Egress training with the Thunderbird Egress Technician will be scheduled for fire and rescue crews after the arrival of the support
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11.THUNDERBIRD TIMING
a. The Thunderbird portion of your air show, ground and flying, lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes (1:15). It is imperative that no other events be scheduled during this time, and that the Thunderbird Narrator has full
control of the microphone and public address system.
(1) The first portion of our show can begin with the enlistment of new recruits or the
(2)Our takeoff is approximately 30 minutes after the Thunderbird Narrator takes control of the microphone. Do not confuse the beginning of our show (ground ceremony) with our takeoff time (wheels up).
(3)The actual flying portion is
(4)Do not schedule acts or events during the 30 minutes after scheduled landing for autographs.
(5)Scheduled takeoff time must be more than 2 hours prior to official sunset.
(6)See Chapter 10 for FAA waiver/TFR times.
12.MEDIA FLIGHT AIRSPACE
a.Please make arrangements to reserve OVER LAND airspace for potential media flights during two periods for a normal
(1)Arrival day 2.5 hours after the arrival of the
(2)Practice day from
(3)Confirm times for media flights with the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator prior to scheduling the airspace with the controlling agency.
b.Our preferred airspace is a military operating area (MOA) or restricted area large enough for aerobatic flight in a
c.Please coordinate with the owning agency of the MOA (usually military base operations) to schedule the MOA or restricted area. Additionally, if available, request a copy of the flying squadron
13.GENERAL INFORMATION
a.We will not exceed the speed of sound during our demonstration.
b.With the exception of the U.S. Army Golden Knights, the U.S. Navy Leap Frogs, and the Air Force Academy Wings of Blue, all landing zones for parachutist demonstrations must be at least 300 feet from our aircraft.
c.Please do not allow concessions at your air show to sell
d.If
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e.If
14.END OF RUNWAY CHECKS
a.Thunderbird maintenance personnel will perform an
15.LOCAL AIRPORTS
a.Please make sure you contact all airports within a 5 NM radius of your airfield to ensure they are shut down during the time periods specified in the FAA waiver. Additionally, contact all airports outside a 5 NM ring whose approach or departure corridors would infringe upon the sanitized 5 NM ring.
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Chapter 9
Advance Pilot Meeting
1.ADVANCE PILOT/CREW CHIEF ARRIVAL
a.The Advance Pilot and Crew Chief will normally arrive at your show site 1 day before the rest of the team. The show center marker and the bomb burst marker must be in place prior to their arrival.
b.Please inform the ATC controlling agency that Thunderbird 8 will survey the entire airfield upon arrival. This will consist of several passes down the runway and/or show line at low altitude, as well as low altitude passes perpendicular to the runway or show line. The arrival survey is to check the accuracy of the placement of the show center and bomb burst markers, as well as any obstructions within 5 miles of the show center. Due to the low altitude survey requirement, ensure the FAA waiver includes Thunderbird #8’s arrival and survey times.
c.Landing - Thunderbird 8 will conduct a “Thunderbird Pitch” prior to landing. Expect the approach at a minimum of 300 feet over the approach end of the runway. At
d.After landing, the Advance Pilot will taxi to the assigned parking area and should be marshaled into the parking area. Please ensure the taxi route has been FOD swept and an
e.Please have one sedan and a
(1)Inspecting and painting the
(2)Verifying the location of the show markers.
(3)Examining the briefing room and maintenance hangar.
(4)Inventorying and inspecting the maintenance equipment and vehicles.
2.ADVANCE PILOT’S MEETING
a.Timing - The Advance Pilot’s Meeting is crucial to the success of your air show. It will begin 1 hour after the landing of the Advance Pilot and will involve reviewing the itinerary and ensuring all coordination is complete and correct. The Advance Pilot’s Meeting must start on time. It is imperative that the following individuals be present at the meeting:
(1)Air Show Director
(2)Thunderbird Project Officer
(3)Transportation Representative
(4)Maintenance Representative
(5)Ground Communications / Public Address Specialist
(6)Public Affairs Representative
(7)Recruiter
(8)Security Representative and/or local police
(9)Fire Department Representative
(10)Base Operations Representative
(11)Air Traffic Control Representative
(12)FAA Representative
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b.Agenda – At the Advance Pilot meeting, the Thunderbird Project Officer should provide copies of the final Thunderbird itinerary, as received from the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator, to the above listed individuals. The Advance Pilot will discuss the following as a minimum:
(1)Thunderbird schedule,
(2)Vehicle and transportation issues
(3)Maintenance issues
(4)Security issues, including aircraft security and police escorts
(5)Disaster response plan with Fire Department
(6)Public Affairs commitments and plans
(7)Recruiting opportunities
(8)Public address system requirements and
(9)Airfield and airspace
(10)FAA
c.In order to ensure ease of discussion between the advance pilot and the meeting attendees, please have a large scale printout of the air show ramp diagram and the aerobatic box available during the meeting. The Thunderbirds will not need to keep a copy of these diagrams.
d.It is recommended that the Thunderbird Project Officer have the following information available:
(1)Best entry for flight line access
(2)Vehicle access to jet parking
(3)Vehicle access to our communications trailer on show days
(4)Gate closures and performer gate availability (if applicable)
(5)Door/gate codes for access to facilities we’ll be using
(6)Parking location for Thunderbird vehicles near maintenance hangar and operations facilities
(7)Parking location for Thunderbird VIPs with tickets
(8)Any special access routes we’ll be required to use
(9)Miscellaneous information we need to know about the airfield/facilities/local area/etc.
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Chapter 10
FAA Waivers/TFR/NOTAMS
1.FAA WAIVERS
a.General Information:
(1)A waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration is required for the Advance Pilot’s arrival, Thunderbirds
(2)You may submit all waiver requests on the same FAA Form
(3)Do not issue your request for waiver to the “Thunderbirds.” Please name a representative of your organization in the “issued to” block.
(4)If the FAA representative determines congested areas around the show site will be a problem for maneuver
(5)Please ask the FAA to send a copy of the approved waiver directly to the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator, to arrive at least 30 days prior to your show. This will enable us to ensure times are correct and that all special provisions can be met. We cannot perform any aerobatics without an approved FAA waiver.
(6)We normally do not perform any aerobatics during our arrival survey. On the rare occasion that the Thunderbirds will perform aerobatic maneuvers on arrival, the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator and the Advance Pilot will coordinate with the show site to ensure the aerobatic box is sanitized and all appropriate safety precautions are taken, but the waiver must be in place with appropriate CFRs waived IAW this chapter.
(7)If desired by the FAA, the Advance Pilot can sign the FAA waiver during the Advance Pilot Meeting.
b.We require the following CFRs waived for our arrival maneuvers, all practices, and all demonstrations:
(1)91.117 (a) - Aircraft speed in excess of 250 knots below 10,000 feet
(2)91.117 (b) - Aircraft speeds in an airport traffic area
(3)91.119 (b) - Minimum safe altitudes over congested areas (Military teams with approved maneuvers packages only)
(4)91.119 (c) - Minimum safe altitudes over other than congested areas, except not closer than 500 feet to persons
(5)91.127 - Operating on or in the vicinity of an airport
(6)91.129 - Operations in Class D airspace (where appropriate)
(7)91.130 – Operations in Class C airspace (where appropriate)
(8)91.131 – Operations in Class B airspace (where appropriate)
(9)91.155 - Minimum VFR cloud clearances
(10)91.303 - Definition of aerobatic flight
(11)91.303 (c) - Within the lateral boundaries of the surface areas of Class B, Class C, Class D, or Class E airspace designated for an airport
(12)91.303 (d) – Aerobatic flight within 4 NM of the centerline of any Federal airway
(13)91.303 (e) - Aerobatic flight below an altitude of 1,500 feet above the surface
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Note: For the Advance Pilot’s arrival we only require CFRs 91.117 (a) and (b), and 91.119 (b) and (c) to be waived. No TFR is required and the airfield does not need to be NOTAM closed, but traffic priority is requested to accomplish the aerial survey.
c.The CFR waivers must be valid for the following times as a minimum, additional time is requested if available to provide maximum flexibility for possible maintenance problems or weather conditions:
(1)Advance Pilot arrival: 15 minutes prior to, and 45 minutes after the Advance Pilot’s scheduled arrival time.
(2)Thunderbirds
(3)Thunderbirds 1/5/6 backup survey: If weather/maintenance/etc precludes accomplishing an arrival survey
during
(4)Practices/Demonstrations: 15 minutes prior to scheduled takeoff and extend for 90 minutes.
2.TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTION (TFR)
a. TFRs are REQUIRED for Thunderbirds
(1)Required TFR altitudes
i.Thunderbirds
ii.Practice/Demonstration: Surface to 15,000 feet AGL
(2)The required lateral boundary for ALL Thunderbird TFRs (arrival/practice/demonstration) is a 5 NM radius from the Thunderbirds’ show center coordinate unless your CROWD CENTER and SHOW CENTER are not
(3)The TFR must be in effect for the following times as a minimum, additional time is requested if available to provide maximum flexibility for possible maintenance problems or weather conditions:
i.Thunderbirds
ii.Thunderbirds 1/5/6 backup survey: If weather/maintenance/etc. precludes accomplishing an arrival survey during
iii.Practice/Demonstrations: 15 minutes prior to scheduled takeoff and extend for 90 minutes at a minimum (total period of 1+30).
3.NOTICES TO AIRMEN (NOTAMS)
a.Your airfield must be closed for the total time issued on the waiver for Thunderbirds
b.Ensure a NOTAM is issued at least 48 hours in advance for both arrival and demonstration waivers. It is of the utmost importance to not only provide a NOTAM closing the airfield, but to include the closure requirements for arrival maneuvers, practice, and demonstration.
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c.Please provide the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator a copy of the TFR request/proposed TFR NOTAM no later than 45 days prior to your show. This will allow us to check the accuracy of the TFR dimensions, center, etc. to avoid any last minute changes.
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Chapter 11
Publicity
1.ADVANCE PUBLICITY AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS MATERIAL
a. A successful air show begins with an organized Public Affairs plan and publicity campaign. The Thunderbird Public Affairs office and your local Air Force recruiting office are here to get involved and make your air show a
(1)Recruit and inspire young Americans to join military service.
(2)Retain the quality force we currently have and remind those who are wearing the uniform just how important their service is to the Air Force and the United States.
(3)Inspire the patrons of your air show by highlighting what’s possible when you work together and put your mind to something great.
With these three goals in mind, below are a few guidelines to follow in order to support Thunderbird media and community relations operations.
2.THUNDERBIRD PUBLIC AFFAIRS/PUBLICITY MATERIAL AVAILABLE
a.Before beginning your show’s publicity campaign, please contact the Thunderbird Public Affairs office at (702)
b.Publicity material and standard press kit information can be immediately obtained from the Thunderbird
website at www.afthunderbirds.com. This website contains fact sheets, the team’s history, biographies, individual team member photographs and videos. All images and artwork are public domain, so please feel free to use them in all of your marketing/media products (posters, air show programs, newspaper/magazine advertisements, billboards, fliers, news articles, etc). Advertising space on billboards, TV, radio, newspaper supplements, company or school newspapers, local magazines, Chamber of Commerce newsletters, local restaurant placemats and city transportation are great avenues to help spread the word about your show. Also, please ensure your local media outlets are aware of these resources and encourage them to use it in advertisements, articles, public service announcements, etc. One note of clarification, Thunderbird images/products/graphics/words are to be used in advertising the air show itself, not for advertising commercial products or services (per Title 18 of the U.S. Code, Section 709). For questions, contact the Thunderbirds Public Affairs office.
c.The Thunderbird Public Affairs office has the ability to generate 30 to
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3.REQUIRED SHOW SITE INFORMATION TO THUNDERBIRD PUBLIC AFFAIRS
a.In an effort to add a personal touch for what we can do in your community, it is ESSENTIAL to provide the following information about your show and your local area. Send the information outlined below to Thunderbird Public Affairs office at Remoshay.Nelson.1@us.af.mil, terri.barriere@us.af.mil, Ned.Johnston@us.af.mil and usafads.pa@us.af.mil no later than 45 days prior to our arrival:
(1)Official name and theme of your air show
(2)Air show information which must include the website address, admission costs, parking fees, gate open/closures times, schedule of events, list of other performers, city population, etc.
(3)Brief history of your city/local area/military base. For civilian show sites, this should include any local military ties.
(4)Pertinent messages you would like us to help you disseminate.
(5)Names and biographies of the host commander (military show sites) or Distinguished Visitors the team will meet.
b.Thunderbird Public Affairs requires a crowd count and list of distinguished visitors (general officers and civilian equivalents, and federal politicians) who attended the air show immediately following the
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4.MEDIA OPERATIONS
a.Thunderbirds team members are available for telephone interviews prior to our arrival. Please contact Thunderbird Public Affairs and Airshow coordinator Teddy Rux to arrange interviews and get them on the itinerary.
b.Arrival interviews (normally Thursday): The Thunderbird media day is upon the arrival of Thunderbirds
planeside interviews. Contact the Thunderbirds Air Show Events Coordinator for confirmation of the actual arrival time. Upon arrival of Thunderbirds
c.Practice day: Friday morning is another opportune time to use the Thunderbirds to promote your air show. Thunderbird professionals are available for local radio and TV interviews (either at the news stations, via phone or at the air show). Please coordinate any scheduled practice day interviews directly with the Thunderbird Public Affairs office. Media coverage of the practice demonstration is also encouraged. Please know the Thunderbird practice is not an official demonstration and the Thunderbirds retain the option to cancel the practice, if necessary. If you invite the base populace or a large group to attend, please inform them practice demonstrations are subject to change or cancellation.
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a. Practices are an excellent opportunity to host groups that would otherwise have difficulty seeing the Thunderbirds perform (i.e. special needs children’s organizations, physically challenged, etc.) In particular, the Thunderbirds would like to extend an invitation to
a t t e n t i o n . Provide the Thunderbird Air Show Coordinator with a Public Relations Event Information
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Sheet (See Attachment 16) if you plan for
b.If you invite special guests, please ensure sure you have appropriate seating near show center, paved ramps for wheelchair parking as required, appropriate signs, parking areas, and facilities. for
c.You must provide a designated, covered,
d.If you request a
6.FALLEN WARRIOR/HERO
a.In an effort to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation or your
community, the Thunderbirds will invite the family of a military member killed in action or a first responder killed in the line of duty from your local area to your show. Please make arrangements for VIP parking for up to seven vehicles and access for up to 20 family members. (Note: The Fallen Warrior/Hero program is an internal program administered by the Thunderbirds. The Thunderbird PA will select the honorees 90 days out from your show. We will take your recommendations; however, do not attempt to solicit additional, alternate or independent honorees once a decision has been made by the Thunderbirds PA. The team does not have the capacity to honor more than one Fallen Warrior/Hero and needs your help avoiding any awkward or embarrassing situations.)
7.LITHOGRAPHS
a. The Thunderbirds Public Affairs staff will bring lithographs for the following positions:
(1)Official Air Show name
(2)Host Commander*
(3)Command Chief Master Sergeant*
(4)Air show Director
(5)Thunderbird Project Officer
(6)Maintenance Representative
(7)Public Affairs Representative
(8)Local U.S. Air Force Recruiter
(9)Briefing Room Host Unit
(10)Hotel/Billeting
(11)Schools/Hospitals (only those we visit)
(12)Air Traffic Control
(13)Workout Facility
*Military show sites only
b. In addition, you may request up to 25 additional lithographs to distribute as your airshow director/commander see fit. Please email the number of additional lithographs you want to receive along with the names to be put
on the title to the Thunderbirds Air Show Events Coordinator, Teddy Rux, 30 days prior to your air show to afford sufficient preparation time. We realize many people have contributed time and money and it is important to recognize people’s contributions however; DO NOT promise personalized lithographs.
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Chapter 12
Media Flights
Important Reminder for Show Sites: Turning in the requisite paperwork for a flyer candidate only starts the process of getting them approved to fly with the Thunderbirds. Every candidate’s paperwork is sent to the Pentagon for a rigorous background check and Air Force Public Affairs screening and then is sent through multiple Air Force general officers to get the flight approved. The flights are not official until the Pentagon and our chain of command are in agreement, and only a “Congrats from the Thunderbirds!” email from the Thunderbirds Public Affairs team is a sign of selection and approval to fly.
1.MEDIA FLIGHTS
NOTE: Flyers who have previously flown with the Thunderbirds or Blue Angels will be given considerable scrutiny to determine if they are eligible to fly. If nominees are not U.S. citizens, considerable coordination is required in the approval process, which requires a minimum of 60 days.
a.Do not promise a flight to anyone. The Thunderbird Public Affairs office will determine which individuals are approved for a flight. Please keep in mind there is no guarantee the media flight will happen. The flights are based on aircraft availability, weather, and other operational, logistical or medical factors. Thunderbirds Public Affairs will notify approved flyers of their selection to fly with the team once selected and approved.
b.The Thunderbirds Public Affairs office will work with you to determine if your air show will receive media flights, and if so, how many, who will fly, and when. Please discuss media flights early in your planning process with Thunderbird Public Affairs before offering these flights.
c.Flights are normally conducted on the Friday morning after the team arrives. Depending on time of arrival and operational considerations, the Thunderbirds may consider an additional flight on Thursday upon arrival. This is highly unlikely for shows in the Eastern time zone due to operational risk management considerations from lengthy
d.The Thunderbirds do not consider local news station, radio, etc. as eligible candidates for a media flight. Please invite these agencies to our arrival planeside media events. There, they can interview the pilots, receive the sound bites they need and shoot
e.The only candidates eligible for media flights are national media (FOX, CBS, NBC, etc.), nationally prominent citizens, or prominent internet/social media influencers who live in the local area of the show site. These flights will garner positive regional/national media attention and help spread positive messaging about the Air Force, the Thunderbirds, and your local air show.
f.Media flights are used to effectively garner positive media attention for the Thunderbirds and US Air Force as well as meet Air Force recruiting objectives and advertise your air show. These flights are not to be used as paybacks for supporters of the air show. For example, do not offer a flight to the mayor, Chamber of Commerce president or business leaders, show sponsors, etc. The team will not fly elected/appointed officials or individuals who could be perceived as influencers of the air show or local/state policy.
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g. The show site Public Affairs representative should coordinate through the show site’s Thunderbird Project Officer to submit nomination packages, which include at a minimum:
(1)Written justification(s) (one per submitted candidate). Justifications should state why each individual should receive the flight.
(2)Information Sheets (one per submitted candidate) [See Attachment 14.2]. Incomplete information or blank areas could cause delays or cancellation of approval process.
(3)Medical Evaluation Forms (one per submitted candidate) [See Attachment 14] signed by a physician.
(4)Air Transportation Agreement (one per submitted candidate) [See Attachment 15].
h.Requests for media flights are due no later than 45 days (60 days for
i.The Thunderbirds have installed a GoPro Hero 7 to capture
j.Air Force regulations dictate height, weight, and anthropomorphic measurement standards for media flyers and are strictly enforced. The general limitations are as follows:
(1)Min/Max weight =
(2)Max height = 6’5”
(3)Max waist = 38”
(4)Age limit = 55 years old
k.Finally, things to keep in mind: All medical briefings, aircrew flight equipment fittings, pilot briefing and additional training will begin no later than three hours prior to the scheduled takeoff time. Arriving late will cancel the flight.
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Chapter 13
Hometown Hero Flights
Important Reminder for Show Sites: Turning in the requisite paperwork for a flyer candidate only starts the process of getting them approved to fly with the Thunderbirds. Every candidate’s paperwork is sent to the Pentagon for a rigorous background check and Air Force Public Affairs screening and then is sent through multiple Air Force general officers to get the flight approved. The flights are not official until the Pentagon and our chain of command are in agreement, and only a “Congrats from the Thunderbirds!” email from the Thunderbirds Public Affairs team is a sign of selection and approval to fly.
1.HOMETOWN HERO PROGRAM
a.In tandem with the Media Flight program, the Thunderbirds host a Hometown Hero Flight program. This program is designed to showcase American citizens doing amazing things in their communities.
b.Do not promise a flight to anyone. Inform the nominee their flight is pending approval and the flight is subject to cancellation for operational, maintenance, and weather reasons. Thunderbirds Public Affairs will notify approved fliers of their selection to fly with the team once selected and approved.
c.Heroes might include, but are not limited to:
-Wounded warriors (pending medical clearance)
-An average citizen who heroically saved a life
-A renowned teacher
-A community humanitarian volunteer
-A local firefighter, paramedic or police officer
-One who mentors children or volunteers as a coach or tutor in a youth program
-Someone who dedicates their life to working with
d.When choosing/evaluating potential Hometown Hero flight candidates, it is critical to use your local media outlets as a sounding board. Any individual submitted to the Thunderbirds as a Hometown Hero candidate should come with a coverage commitment from a local media outlet.
e.People ineligible for the program include, but are not limited to:
-Elected and appointed officials
-Unit honorary commanders
-Members of the air show’s board of directors
-Air show sponsors
f.Nomination package procedures are identical to the procedures for media fliers (see Chapter 12), including all medical, height, and weight screening requirements. The timeline for nomination packages are also identical, including the requirement to have names submitted 45 days (60 days for
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Chapter 14
Public Appearances
1.GENERAL
a.All public appearances must be coordinated with the Thunderbird Public Affairs Office and the Air Show Events Coordinator no later than 30 days prior to our scheduled appearance.
b.We consider everything we do outside of the aerial demonstration a public appearance. That includes:
-TV/radio interviews
-School visits
-Hospital visits
-Receptions
-Air show parties
c.We prefer to make as much contact as possible with those in our target recruiting demographic (ages
d.Do not commit us to any additional public relations events without the consent of the Thunderbird Public Affairs and Recruiting liaison.
e.In order to allow our team members adequate rest to offset the high operations tempo of our show season, only schedule the team for one evening reception event per show site. If more than one event is requested, identify which event you would prefer to be a mandatory, and we will make the other events optional for the team members.
f.It is imperative that every public appearance be documented on a separate Thunderbird Public Relations Event Information Sheet (See Attachment 16) to include:
-School visits
-Hospital visits
-Receptions
-Air show parties
g.The local USAF Recruiter is responsible for planning all high school and/or vocational school visits. We also encourage you to invite them to any other scheduled public appearances. The team has a video to play at school visits. Please arrange for audio/visual equipment to be in place and operational before our scheduled appearance time.
h.All formal portions of public relations engagements (introductions, speeches, presentations) requiring the team’s involvement and/or presence should be FINISHED by 8:00 p.m. This does not necessarily mean the team will leave the event at that time, but is imperative for crew rest based on other commitments.
i.If scheduling a
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j.All public relations commitments must be within a maximum of a
k.Public appearances will not be scheduled on down days to allow our team members adequate rest.
l.While we never solicit presentations or gift exchanges, please let us know if the event host/sponsor or invited guest is making a presentation to the team and what is being presented, so we may reciprocate appropriately.
m.If any formal public presentation is planned for any Thunderbird team member, including our Commander/Leader, an exact itinerary of the event must be provided to Thunderbird Public Affairs at least 24 hours prior to the event. Thunderbird Public Affairs will consider any potential challenges with the schedule of events and work with the Project Officer to make the event run as smoothly as possible.
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Contacted the Thunderbirds recruiting liaison? |
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Coordinated all public appearances with the Thunderbird Air Show Events |
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Coordinator? |
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Completed a Thunderbird Public Relations Event |
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Information Sheet for each public/social commitment? |
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Ensured commitments are within a 30 minute drive? |
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Made arrangements for the necessary equipment if Thunderbird |
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DVD is to be shown at local schools? |
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Ensured our public relations events end by 8 p.m.? |
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Sent Public Affairs all the required event reception information? |
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Chapter 15
Air Force Recruiting
1.GENERAL
a.Recruiting is at the heart of the Thunderbird mission. It is essential that air show directors and Thunderbird Project Officers work closely with local recruiter squadron commanders, flight chiefs and community recruiters to get the most out of our visit. If you need assistance contacting your local recruiter, please call the Thunderbird Recruiting office. (Ch.1 Getting Started)
b.Once contacted, the recruiting service will assign a squadron marketer to act as the recruiting representative at each show site. The recruiting representative will then contact your Air Show Project Manager and Public Affairs representative to coordinate their participation and will attend air show planning committee meetings.
2.RECRUITING SUPPORT
a.We request you give full support to DoD recruiting efforts. Such support should include, but not necessarily be limited to:
(1)Coordination with local U.S. Air Force Recruiting personnel and Thunderbirds AFRS representative to schedule placement of recruiting display booth. (If HQ AFRS approve a national asset, then a display space large enough to accommodate the asset is required. This asset will require a minimum of a 60 x 40 foot and a maximum of 100 x 100 foot display space, depending on which asset is available).
(2)Providing, at
(3)Setting up/coordinating public appearances with support from Recruiting Service personnel. The local active duty recruiter will be responsible for setting up the local high school visits. Schools must be located within 30 minutes of hotel.
(4)Inviting Recruiting Service to all official functions in which the Thunderbirds participate.
(5)Arranging for an enlistment ceremony. This will take place on show days, in front of the crowd at show center.
b.A Thunderbird officer will visit the recruiting booth in the middle of the day to discuss opportunities available in the US Air Force and share their Air Force story. We request your air show narrator brings attention to this event by announcing the name of the officer, time of the event, and location (Air Force recruiting booth, air boss stand, main gate, etc.). The Thunderbird team members will visit the recruiting booth throughout the weekend to talk to kids and parents about Air Force opportunities.
3.RECRUITING SQUADRON RESPONSIBILITIES
a.Assign a squadron marketer as the main point of contact for the air show.
b.Ensure a recruiting representative is at EVERY air show planning committee meeting.
c.Adhere to the planning timeline checklist.
d.Schedule
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e.Follow the guidance set forth in the “Recruiter Guidelines” emailed to each show site recruiting representative.
f.Coordinate with civilian show sites that charge admission to allow recruiters and enlistees into the show for the recruitment ceremony without charge.
NOTE: We do not conduct retirement ceremonies or award readings during our demonstration.
4.ENLISTMENT CEREMONY
a.If you want to conduct an enlistment ceremony with the Thunderbird aircraft in the background at show center, flags and/or honor guards are not required. If inclement weather dictates an indoor ceremony, however, a U.S. flag is required. Please inform the Advance Pilot during the Advance Pilot’s Meeting. Enlistees must be in place at the Air Force recruiting booth no later than 2 hours before the Thunderbird ground ceremony begins. Ensure enlistees are in an Air Force
b.Families of enlistees and media representatives are encouraged to attend the ceremony, but are not allowed to go in front of the crowd line for the ceremony without a Thunderbird escort.
c.The Thunderbird photographer will take digital photos of the ceremony and will post those images on the afthunderbirds.com website or the official Thunderbird Facebook page.
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AIR FORCE RECRUITING CHECKLIST |
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Contacted the local U.S. Air Force Recruiting Office to |
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ensure recruiting involvement? |
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Coordinated the location of the recruiting display booth? |
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Informed your air show narrator of the time, location, and officer’s |
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name for recruiting booth visit event? |
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Invited Recruiting Service personnel to all official functions? |
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Arranged for an enlistment ceremony? |
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Invited media to cover the enlistment ceremony? |
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Informed the recruiter of the date, time, and location of the |
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Chapter 16
Air Force Retention
1.GENERAL
a.Today, more than ever, retention of quality Air Force personnel is critical. It is important to get your unit’s career assistance advisor and/or command chief master sergeant involved in all Thunderbird retention activities.
b.The Thunderbirds can impact retention by helping units recognize their people and the work they do. Airmen need to feel good about what they do and must understand how they contribute to the Air Force mission.
2.RETENTION OPTIONS
a.
(1)In the event of inclement weather, plan to use an indoor facility with adequate space. Be sure to provide an American flag.
(2)This ceremony provides an excellent media opportunity, and exhibits immediate recognition for outstanding enlisted personnel who have chosen to continue military service. We encourage you to invite friends, family, and
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USAFADS/ACC
Nellis AFB, NV
(3)We recommend you provide a photographer at the event for coverage in the base newspaper, and personal copies for the individuals. The Thunderbirds will take digital images and post on the afthunderbirds.com website or official Thunderbird Facebook page.
(4)The Thunderbird Commander will sign the
(5)For deployed shows, coordinate with the Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator for the best time and location for the
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Chapter 17
1.GENERAL
a.Each show site is required to submit a
b.The
(1)The official per day crowd count. Please be as accurate as possible, and if the crowd count differs from what was originally provided immediately after the show, please indicate.
(2)List of media outlets that interviewed Thunderbird personnel and/or provided air show coverage.
(3)A media outreach number from every outlet that interviewed Thunderbird personnel and/or provided covered of the air show.
(4)Critique - Customer satisfaction is very important to the Thunderbirds and the U.S. Air Force, so please critique our operation. We welcome comments and criticism, along with suggestions on how we can improve our overall operation.
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Chapter 18
Timetables
1.SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
a.The Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator will send you a draft of the Thunderbird Itinerary approximately 60 days prior to the show. Review the itinerary and subsequent drafts to ensure accuracy. The itinerary is extremely important. It is the document that drives the schedule for 60+ personnel at your site. Double check scheduled flight times with the air boss for your show. The following timelines are preferred but can be altered with advanced notice. Please work directly with Mr. Teddy Rux and Thunderbird #8 on non- standard timelines. An example of a
b.Arrival days and times are determined at the beginning of each year. Normally, for a weekend show (Saturday and Sunday), the Advance Pilot and Crew Chief will arrive at your show site on Wednesday (time to be determined); the support aircraft (normally a
General
(1) |
Eastern Time |
- 4 PM (1600 hrs) |
(2) |
Central Time |
- 3 PM (1500 hrs) |
(3) |
Mountain Time |
- 1 PM (1300 hrs) |
(4) |
Pacific Time |
- 1 PM (1300 hrs) |
NOTE: Circumstances such as weather or maintenance problems and time changes (Daylight Savings Time/Standard Time) may dictate deviation from our
c.Friday rehearsal will be initially scheduled for a 1400L Microphone (Mic) time. We make every attempt to keep a standard time but can be flexible if desired by the show site. Mic time is when we expect to have microphone, air and ground control. Normally, we desire a full show launch on Friday, however, if desired, the airboss/director can coordinate in advance to remove the show launch so that other acts can rehearse up to our takeoff.
d.Saturday and Sunday performances will include a ground show (if
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Attachments
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Attachment 1
THUNDERBIRD PROJECT OFFICER’S CHECKLIST
ITEM |
SUSPENSE |
DATE ACCOMPLISHED |
FAA Waiver Applied
for by Site (Atch 10 and 11)
Airfield Diagram
to USAFADS (Atch 6)
Air Show Information Sheet (Atch 2 or 3)
Waiver (Atch 9)
Transportation Status Report
Maintenance Status
Report
Approved FAA waiver and TFR
to USAFADS for Review
Media Flight Nominations
(Atch 14, 15 and 16)
90days
90days
60days
60days
60days
60days
45 days
45 days (60 days for
Public Affairs Publicity/ |
45 days |
Show Site Information |
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(Atch 16) |
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Maintenance Shortfalls |
30 days |
Report |
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Check Mailed |
30 days |
Public Appearance |
30 days |
Requests to USAFADS |
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Lithograph Requests |
30 days |
to USAFADS (Atch 17) |
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Music Licenses sent |
30 days |
to USAFADS |
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USAFADS MX |
30 days |
frequencies coordinated |
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15 days after |
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to USAFADS (Atch 20 |
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Attachment 2
MILITARY AIR SHOW INFORMATION SHEET
(Provide to Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator 60 days prior to air show date)
AIR SHOW TITLE:
SITE/LOCATION:
AIR SHOW OFFICE PHONE: AIR SHOW OFFICE FAX::
SHOW DATE AND PROPOSED TAKEOFF TIME:
PREVIOUS THUNDERBIRD SHOW DATE:CROWD COUNT: BASE DSN PREFIX:
(NOTE: ANNOTATE IF DSN NUMBER IS NOT THE BASE DSN PREFIX FOLLOWED BY COMMERICAL LAST FOUR)
BASE OPERATOR |
COMMAND POST |
BASE OPERATIONS |
COMM: |
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GP/CC NAME: |
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COMMAND CMSgt: |
AIR SHOW DIR: |
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CC NAME: |
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HOST UNIT ADDRESS: |
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LOCAL USAF RECRUITER NAME: |
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Attachment 3
CIVILIAN AIR SHOW INFORMATION SHEET
(Provide to Thunderbird Air Show Events Coordinator 60 days prior to air show date)
AIR SHOW TITLE: |
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SITE/LOCATION: |
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AIR SHOW OFFICE PHONE: |
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AIR SHOW OFFICE FAX: |
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SHOW DATE AND PROPOSED TAKEOFF TIME: |
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PREVIOUS THUNDERBIRD SHOW DATE: |
CROWD COUNT: |
AIR SHOW DIR: |
AIRBOSS: |
COMM: |
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CELL: |
CELL |
MAINT REP: |
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CELL: |
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PA REP: |
SECURITY REP: |
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CELL: |
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HOUSING REP: |
TRANS REP: |
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CELL: |
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MEDICAL REP: |
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Attachment
TRANSIENT ALERT: |
WEATHER: |
AIR SHOW CONTROL: |
MOC: |
AIR SHOW WEB SITE: |
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(NOTE: Please include full name (Nickname or preferred name in parentheses) of all individuals listed above, and verify all telephone numbers. Notify us immediately when changes occur.)
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Attachment 4
SAMPLE SAT/SUN AIR SCHEDULE OF EVENTS -
CASPER, WY
1100 |
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Gates Open |
1230 |
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Support Aircraft Lands |
1245 |
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Flag Ceremony |
1300 |
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Casper Skydivers Jump |
1325 |
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Northern Knights (2 Pitt Specials - Acrobatic Demo) |
1330 |
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Samson (Pitt - Solo Acrobatic Demo) |
1355 |
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Pioneer Arrives |
1356 |
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Jim Good (Great Lakes |
1408 |
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Frontier Arrives |
1409 |
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Big Sky Arrives |
1410 |
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Pioneer Departs |
1411 |
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Northern Knights (Solo Act) |
1423 |
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Frontier Departs |
1424 |
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Big Sky Departs |
1500 |
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Thunderbird Ground Ceremony (Give Ground and Airspace to Thunderbird Control) |
1530 |
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Thunderbirds Takeoff, fly and autograph session |
1700 |
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Gates Close |
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Attachment 5
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Attachment 6
Edge of jet parking surface
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between 50ft jet of tail to edge
Attachment 7
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Attachment 8
WEIGHT BEARING WAIVER
(Provide to Thunderbird Air Show Coordinator 60 days prior to air show date)
FROM: (Your Organization)
SUBJECT: Airfield Weight Waiver
TO: USAF Thunderbirds
4445 Tyndall Ave
Nellis AFB, NV,
ATTN: Air Show Coordinator
(Signed by the Airfield Manager)
NOTE: If any specific areas are to be avoided, please indicate areas on one airfield diagram and forward with the waiver.
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SAMPLE WAIVER FOR ARRIVAL MANEUVERS
Attachment 9
No certificate may be issued unless a completed application form has been received (14 C.F.R. 91, 101, and 105)
U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
APPLICATION FOR
CERTIFICATE OF WAIVER OR
AUTHORIZATION
Form Approved: O.M.B. No.
APPLICANTS – DO NOT USE THESE SPACES
RegionDate
Action
□Approved □ Disapproved – Explain under “Remarks” Signature of authorized FAA representative
INSTRUCTIONS
Submit this application in triplicate (3) to any FAA Flight Standards District Office. Applicants requesting a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization for an aviation event must complete all the applicable items on this form and attach a properly marked 7.5 series Topographical Quadrangle Map(s), published by the U.S. Geological Survey (scale 1:24,000), of the proposed operating area. The map(s) must include scale depictions of the flight lines, show lines, race courses, and the location of the air event control point, Police dispatch, ambulance, and fire fighting
1. Name of organization
equipment. The applicant may also wish to submit photographs and scale diagrams as supplemental material to assist in the FAA’s evaluation of a particular site. Application for a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization must be submitted 45 days prior to the requested date of the event. Applicants requesting a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization for activities other than an aviation event will complete items 1 through 8 only and the certification, item 15, on the reverse.
2. Name of responsible person
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343rd Fighter Wing |
Jon J. Doe, Capt., USAF |
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Permanent Home number and street or route number |
City |
State and Zip Code |
Telephone No. |
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mailing |
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address |
1234 Main Street |
Anywhere AFB |
IA |
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91.117 (a) (b), 91.119 (b) (c), 91.127, 91.129, 91.130, 91.131, 91.155, 91.303 (c) (d) (e)
5. Detailed description of proposed operation (Attach supplement if needed)
Aerial/aerobatic maneuvers by the USAFADS “Thunderbirds” at Anywhere AFB within the area defined as radius of five (5) nautical miles from show center (6040.780N, 14706.690W), from the surface up to 10,000 feet AGL.
6. Area of operation (Location, altitudes, etc.)
Five (5) nautical miles from show center (6040.780N, 14706.690W), surface to 10,000 feet AGL.
7a. Beginning (Date and hour) |
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26 July 2001 1450L (2150Z) |
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26 July 2001 1620L (2320Z) |
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Aircraft |
Pilot’s Name |
Certificate number |
Home address |
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make and model |
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and rating |
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Nellis AFB, NV |
FAA Form
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Attachment 10
SAMPLE WAIVER FOR BACKUP SURVEY & ARRIVAL MANEUVERS
No certificate may be issued unless a completed application form has been received (14 C.F.R. 91, 101, and 105)
U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
APPLICATION FOR
CERTIFICATE OF WAIVER OR
AUTHORIZATION
Form Approved: O.M.B. No.
APPLICANTS – DO NOT USE THESE SPACES
RegionDate
Action
□Approved □ Disapproved – Explain under “Remarks” Signature of authorized FAA representative
INSTRUCTIONS
Submit this application in triplicate (3) to any FAA Flight Standards District Office. Applicants requesting a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization for an aviation event must complete all the applicable items on this form and attach a properly marked 7.5 series Topographical Quadrangle Map(s), published by the U.S. Geological Survey (scale 1:24,000), of the proposed operating area. The map(s) must include scale depictions of the flight lines, show lines, race courses, and the location of the air event control point, Police dispatch, ambulance, and fire fighting
1. Name of organization
equipment. The applicant may also wish to submit photographs and scale diagrams as supplemental material to assist in the FAA’s evaluation of a particular site. Application for a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization must be submitted 45 days prior to the requested date of the event. Applicants requesting a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization for activities other than an aviation event will complete items 1 through 8 only and the certification, item 15, on the reverse.
2. Name of responsible person
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343rd Fighter Wing |
Jon J. Doe, Capt., USAF |
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Permanent Home number and street or route number |
City |
State and Zip Code |
Telephone No. |
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mailing |
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address |
1234 Main Street |
Anywhere AFB |
IA |
(555) |
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FAR section and number to be waived |
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91.117 (a) (b), 91.119 (b) (c), 91.127, 91.129, 91.130, 91.131, 91.155, 91.303 (c) (d) (e)
5. Detailed description of proposed operation (Attach supplement if needed)
Aerial/aerobatic maneuvers by the USAFADS “Thunderbirds” at Anywhere AFB within the area defined as radius of five (5) nautical miles from show center (6040.780N, 14706.690W), from the surface up to 15,000 feet AGL.
6. Area of operation (Location, altitudes, etc.)
Five (5) nautical miles from show center (6040.780N, 14706.690W), surface to 15,000 feet AGL.
7a. Beginning (Date and hour) |
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1:15 (one |
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demonstration |
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takeoff for aerial demonstration (Block of 90 |
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Aircraft |
Pilot’s Name |
Certificate number |
Home address |
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make and model |
(a) |
and rating |
(Street, City, State) |
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Nellis AFB, NV |
FAA Form
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Attachment 11
Sample
XX Month 19
MEMORANDUM FOR AIR FORCE REPRESENTATIVE, FAA SOUTHWESTERN REGION
FROM: 57 OG/DO (Airspace Manager)
SUBJECT: Request Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) for Nellis AFB, NV
1.On behalf of the Operations Group Commander, the airspace manager at Nellis AFB, NV, requests a TFR on Nov 12 and 13, 2019. The purpose of this TFR is to alert general aviation to remain clear of the military aircraft aerial demonstration area during the Nellis Air Force Base Aviation Nation air show. Request your consideration and assistance on this action. Listed below are the parameters for Nellis’ Open House TFR:
a.November 12, 2019, 2100Z
b.November 13, 2019, 1630Z
2.The base has coordinated with the local FSDO and has designed the appropriate show box for this event. If you have any questions, I can be reached at DSN:
Garrett M. Solomon, Lt Col, USAF
Air Show Coordinator
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Attachment 12
QUICK REFERENCE TABLE OF MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
QUANTITY |
DESCRIPTION |
Primary (1 each) |
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Air Compressor |
Substitutes |
Portable air compressor |
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w/generator |
Primary (3 each) |
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or FL1D Light Cart |
Substitutes |
Civilian portable source and flood |
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lights |
ADDITIONALINFORMATION
Fully serviced and operational
Must be capable of 200 psi
For night maintenance and security
Must be portable for movement to remote sites. Must be
Primary (1 each)
Substitutes
Primary (2 each)
Substitute
Primary
Primary (1 each) Does not need to be on site but needs to be acquired within 3 hours Substitute
Primary (1 each)
Electric Mule,
Bobtail Tow Tractor with multiple pintle hooks (Must weigh a minimum of 8,000 Lbs. GVW)
Hangar Space
RJM8935 Crane
Crane with 20ft clearance height, minimum lift of 1000lbs, with single point hook and latch
SGNCS Self Generating Nitrogen Cart charged to 4,000 psi
Must be a
If electric substitute is used ensure correct source of power is available in support hangar
For moving AGE and other equipment; upload/download of support aircraft (needs front pintle hook). Place at
15,000 sq. ft. with
Used to remove Canopy and ejection seat if required for maintenance
A hangar ceiling operated crane is acceptable if it meets weight and height requirements
Aircraft are
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Attachment
QUICK REFERENCE TABLE OF MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
QUANTITY |
DESCRIPTION |
ADDITIONALINFORMATION |
Primary (3 each)
Substitutes
Primary (1 each)
Substitutes
Primary (1 each)
Primary (2 each) Does not need to be on site but needs to be acquired within
3hours Substitutes
Primary (1 each)
Substitutes
Primary (1 each)
Can of red spray paint
Can of white spray paint
Fully serviced with both air and electrical systems operational. Must be 115 volts AC, 400 cycles, three phase.
Note: If
Used to provide external power to our support aircraft. The unit must be in place and fully serviced/operational when the support aircraft lands. It must be capable of delivering 120 VAC, 3- phase, 400 cycles
Must be at least
Fully serviced with all hoses in good condition
Must have an 8 inch air duct
Aircraft are
To mark
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Attachment
QUICK REFERENCE TABLE OF MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
QUANTITY |
DESCRIPTION |
ADDITIONALINFORMATION |
Primary (1 each) |
Serviceable condition |
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Substitute |
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Primary (1 each) |
Serviceable condition |
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Substitute |
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Primary (5 gallons) |
MOGAS, unleaded |
Used for mx portable generators, |
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show center generators and smoke |
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oil trailer |
Primary (2 each) |
Large ice cooler (w/ice and (20) 24- |
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bottle cases of bottled water) |
Primary (8 each) |
150 lb HALON Fire Bottles |
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If unable to acquire HALON, there |
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are acceptable civilian substitutes. |
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Please contact the Thunderbirds |
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Maintenance Officer for acceptable |
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substitutes |
Primary (1 each) |
Forklift with minimum lift |
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capacity of 10K lbs. Min 72” tine |
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length. Min 33” tine spread. |
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Tines must be capable of opening |
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and closing freely. |
This is for maintenance and show center personnel. Additional water is required for the briefing room. Be prepared to provide more if needed due to excessive temps or humidity.
Must have wheels. Place 6 at F- 16 parking area and 2 at support aircraft
Used for airlift upload/download and moving smoke oil barrels
Primary (2 each) |
Garbage Cans |
Place near support aircraft |
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|
maintenance hangar |
Primary (8 sets) |
Aircraft MLG Chocks |
Used by Advance Crew Chief |
Primary (1 each) |
Fuel Bowser |
To dispose of fuel samples |
Substitute |
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Primary (2 each) |
Portable radio to Job Control/ |
To coordinate equipment/fuel needs |
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Air show Control / Ground |
(provide to Advance Crew Chief |
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upon arrival). 4 radios will be |
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required if access across runways is |
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required or if will be required to call |
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ground control for taxiway access |
Position equipment near the Thunderbird maintenance hangar. All equipment must be dedicated exclusively to the Thunderbirds the entire stay, from the Advance Pilot’s arrival to the team’s departure. AGE may not be picked up until the
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