# Compliance evidence pack (UNOFFICIAL) - **Question:** FC 3-260-18F - **Generated:** 2026-07-21 17:34 UTC - **e-Publishing catalog checked:** 2026-07-12 - **Supplement layer:** none selected - **Source:** CheckMyAFI (https://checkmyafi.com) — unofficial reference > **UNOFFICIAL — VERIFY BEFORE CITING.** Quotes come from indexed copies of public publications. The certified PDF on e-Publishing is the only authoritative source. Your MAJCOM/unit supplement may be stricter. ## Controlling Air Force guidance (quoted) **AFMAN 32-1040 para 4.1.3, p. 11** (effective/current as of 2019-08-23) > kings to AFCEC/CPP for review and coordination with MAJCOM/A3. (T-2). AFMAN32-1040 23 AUGUST 2019 11 Chapter 4 MANAGING, OPERATING, AND MAINTAINING AIRCRAFT ARRESTING SYSTEMS 4.1. Aircraft Arresting Systems Installation, Operation, and Maintenance 4.1.1. For detailed information regarding installation, operation and maintenance procedures for AASs, refer to FC 3-260-18F and the 35E-8 series TOs. 4.1.2. FC 3-260-18F provides specific information regarding topics such as grandfathered systems, installation at jointly used airports, use by non-US aircraft, approved configurations, maintenance documentation and records. 4.1.3. Personnel performing maintenance on an AAS shall be task-certified, 3-level or higher power production personnel (AFSC 3E0X2) or the civilian equivalent (WG-5378). (T-2) Official source: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a4/publication/afman32-1040/afman32-1040.pdf **DAFMAN 13-204V2 para 5.1.1.9, p. 46** (effective/current as of 2024-12-17) > requirements to include priorities, berm heights and Navigational Aids. (T-2) 5.1.1.6. Bird/Wildlife hazard management to include bird watch conditions, attractants, passive/active control measures, local species identification and surveys. Reference DAFI 91-202 and DAFI 91-212 for guidance. (T-2) 5.1.1.7. Standards for airfield markings. Reference UFC 3-260-04 and AFMAN 32-1040 for guidance. (T-2) 5.1.1.8. Standards for airfield pavement conditions, distresses, and corrective actions. Reference Tri-Service Pavement Working Group Manual 3-260-02.09-2, Contingency Airfield Pavement Specifications and AFMAN 32-1041 for guidance. (T-2) 5.1.1.9. Standards for aircraft arresting systems. Reference AFMAN 32-1040, FC 3-260- 18F, and FAA Advisory Circular 150/5220-9, Aircraft Arresting Systems on Official source: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a3/publication/dafman13-204v2/dafman13-204v2.pdf **USAFE-AFAFRICAI32-1007 para 3.16.1.1** (effective/current as of 2021-10-06) > information on planning, installing, and repairing an arresting system or arresting system complex is provided in AFMAN 32-1040 and FC 3-260-18F. During the planning, installation and repair process, the following items will be given consideration. 3.16.1.1. Configuration and Location. The configuration and location of arresting system installations will be determined in accordance with FC 3-260-18F. Design will conform to the criteria within Section 3 of the appropriate 35E8 series Technical Order (T.O.) and the typical installation drawings. Both may be obtained from: AFLCMC/WNZEC, ATTN: Aircraft Arresting Systems Engineer 235 Byron St, Robins AFB GA 31098-1813 or the AFLCMC/WNZ Workflow Box at: 642CBSG.workflow@us.af.mil 3.16.1.2. Runway Pavement. The 60 m (197 ft) of pavement on both t Official source: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/usafe-afafrica/publication/usafe-afafricai32-1007/usafe-afafricai32-1007.pdf **DAFMAN 91-203 para 25.16.1, p. 286** (effective/current as of 2026-06-25) > ystems, AFI 48-127, and FC 3-260-18F, Air Force Aircraft Arresting Systems (AAS), Installation, Operation, and Maintenance, for additional guidance. 25.16. Miscellaneous. 25.16.1. Mobile Cranes. A minimum of one person assigned to each 4FPET and 4FPAS Unit Type Code (UTC) will be qualified and certified within the respective Career Field Education and Training Plan. (T-1) Contact AFCEC for more information on operator certification, qualification, and currency training requirements. Refer to 29 CFR § 1926.1427, Operator Training, Certification, and Evaluation, and 29 CFR § 1926, Subpart CC – Appendix C, Operator Certification—Written Examination—Technical Knowledge Criteria, for minimum training requirements. 25.16.2. Dump Trucks. Dump truck operators will be trained IAW Air Force Qualific Official source: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_se/publication/dafman91-203/dafman91-203.pdf **CFETP 3E0X2WG para 18.3** (effective/current as of 2025-11-19) > Tasks 3. Certification of Training References and Proficiency Codes A/ H J C/WL S Trng Trng Trne Trnr Strt Com Init Init 17.3. Test P pk - 17.4. Adjust P pk - 17.5. Troubleshoot P pk - 17.6. Replace components P pk - 17.7. Configure with computer software P pk - 17.8. Determine compatibility between transfer P pk - switch, generator and electrical service 17.9. Install P pk - 18. AIRCRAFT ARRESTING SYSTEMS TR: TO 35E8-2 Series; AFI 32-1043; FC 3-260-18F 18.1. MA-1A and E5 Barrier; Components, K - - - theory of operation and configuration 18.2. BAK-14 Support System; Components, K - - - theory of operation and configuration 18.3. BAK-15 Aircraft Arresting System; Components, theory of operation and K - - - configuration 18.4. Textile Brake Aircraft Arresting System; Components, theory of o Official source: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a4/publication/cfetp3e0x2wg/cfetp3e0x2wg.pdf ## Supplement deltas _No supplement passage retrieved — check the supplement chain before citing._ ## Federal / DoD standards implemented (quoted) _No federal/DoD passage retrieved._ ## NFPA standards (cited by reference — copyrighted, not quoted) - **NFPA 415** Airport Terminal Buildings — cited by USAFE-AFAFRICAI32-1007 — official viewer: https://link.nfpa.org/free-access/publications/415/latest - **NFPA 70** National Electrical Code — cited by DAFMAN 91-203 — official viewer: https://link.nfpa.org/free-access/publications/70/latest - **NFPA 30** Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code — cited by DAFMAN 91-203 — official viewer: https://link.nfpa.org/free-access/publications/30/latest - **NFPA 70E** Electrical Safety in the Workplace — cited by DAFMAN 91-203 — official viewer: https://link.nfpa.org/free-access/publications/70E/latest --- Retrieval confidence: 100.0 · CheckMyAFI is not an official Air Force product. 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