Training Maintenance
Resume:
NAVY TRAINING SYSTEM PLAN
FOR THE
AN/ALE-** COUNTERMEASURES DISPENSING
SYSTEM
N88-NTSP-A-50-9001B/P
JUNE 2002
N88-NTSP-A-50-9001B/P
June 2002
AN/ALE-47 COUNTERMEASURES DISPENSING SYSTEM
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This update to the AN/ALE-47 Countermeasure Dispensing System (CMDS) Navy
Training System Plan (NTSP) addresses continued system fleet introduction, including retrofit
program requirements, additional ordnance training requirements, and the Calendar Year (CY)
2000 Electronic Warfare (EW) Suite program. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS is in the Operations and
Support phase of the Defense Acquisition System
The AN/ALE-47 CMDS provides an integrated, threat-adaptive, reprogrammable,
computer controlled capability for dispensing expendable decoys. These include chaff, flares,
Radio Frequency (RF) expendables and others. The AN/ALE-47 system enhances aircraft
survivability in sophisticated threat environments. The system is designed to provide the
capability of automatic or pilot commanded response, and works alone or in coordination with
other countermeasures defensive systems to defeat Air Interceptor (AI), Anti-Aircraft Artillery
(AAA), and Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMs).
The AN/ALE-47 CMDS replaces the aging AN/ALE-39 CMDS on-board a variety of
aircraft. This replacement is being accomplished on a one-for-one basis with no impacts to
existing aircrew and organizational level manning requirements. Intermediate level maintenance
for the AN/ALE-47 is now encompassed within the Consolidated Automated Support System
(CASS) program. Ordnance manpower levels required to support the AN/ALE-47 CMDS are
met through the overall host platform requirements. Ordnance training is conducted via platform
training pipelines and applicable Weapons Schools for certification.
Fleet introduction of the AN/ALE-47 CMDS began in Fiscal Year (FY) 96 and deliveries
will continue for F/A-18C/D (Lot XVIII through XXI), F/A-18E/F, HH-60H, P-3C, AH-1Z, UH-
1Y, MV-22, VH-3D, VH-60N, KC-130J, and SH-60R aircraft. Additionally, in FY01, retrofit
began on the following aircraft: F-14B/D, EA-6B, F/A-18C/D (Lot XII through XVII), AV-8,
CH-46E, CH-53E, MH-53E, and KC-130F/R/T aircraft.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Executive Summary i
List of Acronyms iii
Preface vi
PART I - TECHNICAL PROGRAM DATA
A. Nomenclature-Title-Program I-1
B. Security Classification I-1
C. Manpower, Personnel, and Training Principals I-1
D. System Description I-2
E. Developmental Test and Operational Test I-2
F. Aircraft and/or Equipment/System/Subsystem Replaced I-2
G. Description of New Development I-3
H. Concepts I-5
1. Operational I-5
2. Maintenance I-5
3. Manning I-7
4. Training I-8
I. Onboard (In-Service) Training I-13
J. Logistics Support I-15
K. Schedules I-16
L. Government-Furnished Equipment and Contractor-Furnished Equipment
Training Requirements I-18
M. Related NTSPs and Other Applicable Documents I-18
PART II - BILLET AND PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS II-1
PART III - TRAINING REQUIREMENTS III-1
PART IV - TRAINING LOGISTICS SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS IV-1
PART V - MPT MILESTONES V-1
PART VI - DECISION ITEMS/ACTION REQUIRED VI-1
PART VII - POINTS OF CONTACT VII-1
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LIST OF ACRONYMS
AI Air Interceptor
AIMD Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department
AMTCS Aviation Maintenance Training Continuum System
AO Aviation Ordnanceman
ASE Aircraft Survivability Equipment
ASL Aviation Support Logistics
ASPJ Airborne Self Protection Jammer
AT Aviation Electronics Technician
BIT Built-In Test
CASS Consolidated Automated Support System
CBIT Continuous Built-In Test
CBT Computer Based Training
CDU Control Display Unit
CFA Cognizant Field Activity
CFE Contractor Furnished Equipment
CFY Current Fiscal Year
COTS Commercial Off the Shelf
CY Calendar Year
CINCLANTFLT Commander-In-Chief, Atlantic Fleet
CINCPACFLT Commander-In-Chief, Pacific Fleet
CM Countermeasures
CMC Commandant of the Marine Corps
CMDS Countermeasures Dispensing System
CNET Chief of Naval Education and Training
CNO Chief of Naval Operations
DA Development Activity
DT Developmental Test
DoD Department Of Defense
ECR Electronic Combat Range
EOD Explosive Ordnance Disposal
EW Electronic Warfare
EWSSA Electronic Warfare Software Support Activity
FMS Foreign Military Sales
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FRS Fleet Readiness Squadron
FY Fiscal Year
GFE Government Furnished Equipment
IBIT Initiated Built-In Test
ILSP Integrated Logistic Support Plan
IMA Intermediate Maintenance Activity
IPB Illustrated Parts Breakdown
ITSS Individual Training Standards System
LORA Level Of Repair Analysis
LRC Learning Resource Center
MATMEP Maintenance Training Management and Evaluation Program
MDF Mission Data File
MMH/FH Maintenance Man-Hours per Flight Hour
MOS Military Occupational Specialty
MPT Manpower, Personnel, and Training
MRC Maintenance Requirements Card
MSD Material Support Date
MTIP Maintenance Training Improvement Program
MWS Missile Warning System
NA Not Applicable
NAMTRA MARUNIT Naval Aviation Maintenance Training Marine Unit
NAMTRAU Naval Air Maintenance Training Detachment
NATEC Naval Aviation Technical Data and Engineering Service
Command
NATOPS Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures
Standardization
NAVAIRSYSCOM Naval Air Systems Command
NAVAIRWARCENACDIV Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division
NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division
NAVICP Navy Inventory Control Point
NEC Navy Enlisted Classification
NFO Naval Flight Officer
NOMMP Naval Ordnance Maintenance Management Program
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NSD Navy Support Date
NTSP Navy Training System Plan
OJT On-the-Job Training
OPO OPNAV Principal Official
OSIP Operational, Safety, and Improvement Program
OT Operational Test
PBIT Power Up Built-In Test
PFY Previous Fiscal Year
PQS Personnel Qualification Standards
RF Radio Frequency
RFOU Ready For Operational Use
ROC/POE Required Operational Capabilities/Projected Operational
Environment
RWR Radar Warning Receiver
SAM Surface-to-Air Missile
SRA Shop Replaceable Assembly
TA Training Agency
TFOA Things Falling Off Aircraft
TMCR Technical Manual Contract Requirements
TPS Test Program Set
TSA Training Support Agency
TTE Technical Training Equipment
TYCOM Type Commander
WRA Weapon Replaceable Assembly
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PREFACE
This Proposed Navy Training System Plan (NTSP), for the AN/ALE-47 has been
developed to update the Draft AN/ALE-47 NTSP N88-NTSP-A-50-9001B/D dated May 2002.
This document incorporates fleet comments from Chief of Naval Operations, Chief of Naval
Education Training, and Commander, Naval Air Force, U. S. Pacific Fleet. The comments are
general in nature.
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PART I - TECHNICAL PROGRAM DATA
A. NOMENCLATURE-TITLE PROGRAM
1. Nomenclature-Title-Acronym. AN/ALE-47 Countermeasures Dispensing System
(CMDS)
2. Program Element. 064270N
B. SECURITY CLASSIFICATION
1. System Characteristics Classified
2. Capabilities Confidential
3. Functions Confidential through Secret
C. MANPOWER, PERSONNEL, AND TRAINING PRINCIPALS
OPNAV Principal Official (OPO) Program Sponsor CNO (N780)
OPO Resource Sponsor CNO (N780C)
Marine Corps Program Sponsor ASL)
Development Activity (DA) PMA272
Training Agency CNET
CINCLANTFLT
CINCPACFLT
CMC
Training Support Agency (TSA) NAVAIRSYSCOM (PMA205)
Manpower and Personnel Mission Sponsor CNO (N12)
NAVPERSCOM (PERS-4, PERS-404)
Marine Corps Force Structure MCCDC (C53)
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D. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. Operational Uses. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS provides recipient aircraft with a
programmable, computer controlled capability for dispensing expendable countermeasures,
including flares, chaff, non-programmable expendable jammers, and programmable jammers. The
system is designed to, process inputs from on-board Electronic Warfare (EW) sensors and
automatically select and dispense the appropriate countermeasures to defeat an identified threat.
The purpose of the CMDS is to increase the survivability of F/A-18C/D/E/F, F-14B/D, AV-8,
EA-6B, P-3C, KC-130F/J/R/T, MV-22, HH-60H, SH-60R, VH-60N, VH-3D, AH-1Z, UH-1Y,
CH-46E, CH-53E, and MH-53E aircraft in multiple threat environments.
Calendar Year 2000 Electronic Warfare Suite Program. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS is
included in the Calendar Year (CY) 2000 EW Suite Program that is being implemented to provide
improved EW capabilities for F/A-18C/D, F-14D, and AV-8B aircraft. Other EW systems
involved in this program include the AN/ALR-67E(V)2 Countermeasures (CM) Receiving Set
and the AN/ALQ-165 Airborne Self-Protection Jammer (ASPJ). This suite of hardware and
software upgrades is being developed and tested as a block. For the AN/ALE-47 system
specifically, the CY2000 EW Suite Program will provide a Mission Data File (MDF) 1067
compatibility update.
2. Foreign Military Sales. The U.S. Air Force is the Department Of Defense (DoD)
lead development and procurement agent for the AN/ALE-47. All Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
are handled through their respective U.S. counterservice department.
E. DEVELOPMENTAL TEST AND OPERATIONAL TEST. Developmental Test (DT) for
the AN/ALE-47 was successfully concluded in May 1992 using the F/A-18C/D as the test
platform. Phase I of the Operational Test (OT) was conducted in August 1992, and Phase II was
successfully completed in May 1993.
DT began for the CY2000 EW Suite program in Fiscal Year (FY) 99 and continued
through FY01. This testing was conducted at the Electronic Warfare Software Support Activity
(EWSSA) and F-14 WSIC at Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division
(NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV) Point Mugu, California and the F/A-18 AWL and Electronic
Combat Range (ECR) Western Test Range at NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV China Lake,
California. The CY2000 EW Suite OT began in December 2001, on the F-14 Aircraft, and in
January 2002 on the F/A-18 and AV-8B aircraft at the ECR Western Test Range at
NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV China Lake. There was no requirement for AN/ALE-47 specific
initial training associated with the CY2000 EW Suite Program.
F. EQUIPMENT/SYSTEM/SUBSYSTEM REPLACED. The AN/ALE-47 is an Acquisition
Category (ACAT) III Joint program initiated to develop a common DoD CMDS to replace the
AN/ALE-39 (U.S. Navy) and AN/ALE-40 (U.S. Air Force). The AN/ALE-47 improves upon the
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20-plus year old AN/ALE-39 by eliminating Things Falling Off Aircraft (TFOA) safety hazards,
significantly improving reliability/maintainability/affordability, adding Built-In Test (BIT)
capabilities, and providing enhanced functionality through reprogrammability and smart
dispensing. The AN/ALE-39/47 CMDS Operational, Safety, and Improvement Program (OSIP)
06-00 authorized the retrofit of certain platforms to replace the AN/ALE-39 CMDS with the
AN/ALE-47 CMDS.
G. DESCRIPTION OF NEW DEVELOPMENT
1. Functional Description. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS uses state-of-the-art processing
technology to perform automatic threat-adaptive dispensing of expendable countermeasures. It is
capable of dispensing flares, chaff, Radio Frequency (RF) decoys, and will be able to
accommodate future expendables. The Weapon Replaceable Assemblies (WRA) of the AN/ALE-
47 system include:
a. Programmer. The programmer performs all the logic functions necessary to
select and execute dispense programs. It interfaces with the Control Display Unit (CDU) or the
Digital Control Display Unit (DCDU), the sequencers or digital sequencers, and on-board EW
systems. One programmer is installed in each recipient aircraft.
b. Control Display Unit. The CDU allows the operator to monitor and control
CMDS functions including selection of the mode, program, and inhibiting. The F/A-18 and MV-
22 platforms utilize existing on-board controllers and indicators vice the CDU. If applicable, one
CDU is installed in the cockpit of the host aircraft.
c. Digital Control Display Unit. The DCDU allows the operator to monitor and
control CMDS functions, including selection of mode, program, and inhibiting. The DCDU is
used only on platforms into which the AN/ALE-47 has been retrofitted.
d. Sequencer Switch. The sequencer switch generates and routes firing signals
to specific payload locations and maintains magazine inventory. Up to 16 sequencer switches can
be installed on each aircraft. Each sequencer switch can interface with one or two dispenser
assemblies.
e. Digital Sequencer Switch. The digital sequencer switch generates and routes
firing signals to specific payload locations and maintains the magazine inventory. Up to 16 digital
sequencer switches can be installed on each aircraft. Each digital sequencer switch interfaces with
one dispenser assembly. The digital sequencer switch is used only on platforms into which the
AN/ALE-47 has been retrofitted.
f. Dispenser Assemblies. The dispenser assembly provides a mounting point for
the magazines and transmits a firing signal to stores in the magazine. The Navy uses a variety of
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dispensers including the D-56 and D-63. There are one or two dispensers per sequencer that are
available in various configurations on-board the host aircraft.
g. Magazines. The magazine provides for carriage of the countermeasure
expendables. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS is compatible with a variety of Navy magazines.
h. Safety Switch. The safety switch inhibits the dispensing of payloads by
interrupting electrical power.
2. Physical Description. The approximate size and weight of the individual AN/ALE-47
components are as follows:
EQUIPMENT LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT WEIGHT
Programmer 5.75 in. 3.75 in. 6.14 in. 4.50 lbs.
CDU 6.80 in. 5.75 in. 3.75 in. 5.00 lbs.
DCDU 4.22 in. 5.675 in. 3.00 in. 2.30 lbs.
Sequencer 6.53 in. 6.57 in. 2.89 in. 3.75 lbs.
Digital Sequencer Switch 6.00 in. 4.00 in. 1.80 in. 1.50 lbs.
Dispenser (D-56 or D-63) 9.83 in. 10.13 in. 6.68 in. 4.00 lbs.
Magazine (MX-11599) 6.36 in. 9.30 in. 7.77 in. 6.00 lbs.
Safety Switch 4.61 in. 3.64 in. 2.55 in. 2.00 lbs.
3. New Development Introduction. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS began fleet introduction
as new production equipment in FY96 for F/A-18C/D (Lot XVIII through XXI), F/A-18E/F, P-
3C, KC-130J, MV-22, AH-1Z, UH-1Y, VH-3D, HH-60H, VH-60N, and SH-60R aircraft. A
fleet retrofit program also begins in FY01 for F-14B/D, EA-6B, F/A-18C/D (Lot XII through
XVII), AV-8, CH-46E, CH-53E, MH-53E, and KC-130F/R/T aircraft. The AN/ALE-47 retrofit
program is such that the system can be either internally mounted as stand-alone or fully integrated
with other on-board EW and avionics systems. The AN/ALE-47 WRA composition is tailored to
the requirements of the host aircraft.
2. Other Procurement. The U.S. Air Force is the DoD lead development and
procurement agent for the AN/ALE-47. All FMS are handled through their respective U.S.
counterservice department.
4. Significant Interfaces. The AN/ALE-47 is capable of interfacing with the host
aircraft Radar Warning Receiver (RWR), Missile Warning System (MWS), and on-board jammers
via the 1553 electronic data, avionics, and EW mux buses and a full duplex RS-422 serial data
link.
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5. New Features, Configuration, Or Material. The AN/ALE-47 does not drive
technological breakthroughs, but utilizes state-of-the-art hardware and processing technology.
H. CONCEPTS
1. Operational Concept. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS can provide operators with the
option of automatic, semi-automatic, or manual dispensing. Control during flight is accomplished
by the aircrew in accordance with the host platform Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures
Standardization (NATOPS) Manual, secret supplement. The following six modes of operation
are available with the AN/ALE-47 CMDS:
MODE DESCRIPTION
Automatic System determines appropriate response based on
threat environment without aircrew intervention
Semi-Automatic System determines appropriate response based on
threat environment with aircrew initiation
Manual Aircrew selects and initiates preprogrammed responses
with up to six selectable manual programs
Bypass Aircrew has direct link to the sequencer for dispensing
in the event of a programmer or CDU failure (no
inventory display while in this mode)
Jettison System rapidly dispenses all payloads marked as
Jettisonable in the MDF (typically this includes all
flares)
System BIT Power Up BIT (PBIT), Continuous BIT (CBIT), and
Initiated BIT (IBIT) available
2. Maintenance Concept. Maintenance of the AN/ALE-47 CMDS is performed by
organizational, intermediate, and depot level technicians. The dispenser assemblies and magazine
are maintained at the organizational and intermediate levels only. The safety switch is an
organizational level consumable item. The remaining WRAs are repaired at all three maintenance
levels. The AN/USM-636(V) Consolidated Automated Support System (CASS) is used to
support the AN/ALE-47 at the intermediate level. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS maintenance plan
provides a detailed description of the authorized electronic component repair procedures. The
expendables and impulse cartridges associated with the AN/ALE-47 require inspection prior to
use, loading, handling, and repackaging at the organizational and intermediate levels. These
maintenance tasks are identified/assigned by the Naval Ordnance Maintenance Management
Program (NOMMP) OPNAVINST 8000.16 Volume 2, Section 2. Procedures and inspection
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criteria for particular configurations are added to appropriate Weapons Assembly Manuals prior
to fleet introduction of decoys and devices.
a. Organizational Level. Organizational level maintenance is performed by the
operating units on a day-to-day basis in support of their own operations. WRAs are removed and
replaced at the organizational level of maintenance and sent to supply for disposition. Repair of
the magazine block at the organizational level consists of removal and replacement of the four
retaining studs and rings. The breechplate can be tested at the organizational level prior to
disposal if conditions warrant. The testing procedures are contained in NAVAIR 11-140-7
Airborne Weapons Assembly Manual and applicable Loading Weapons Systems Manual. No
repairs of the breechplate are authorized.
(1) Electronics. Assigned organizational level personnel perform periodic
inspections, operational checks, and scheduled corrosion control in accordance with the applicable
Maintenance Requirements Cards (MRC). Aviation Electronics Technicians (ATs) use system
BIT extensively for primary fault isolation to the defective WRA. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS test
set, AN/ALM-286 Flight Line Payload Simulator, enhances the BIT test by allowing payload
encoding and stray voltage tests. Repair actions are limited to removal and replacement of WRAs
using standard hand tools. Faulty WRAs are forwarded to the next authorized level of repair,
which in most cases is the designated Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD).
(2) Ordnance. Organizational maintenance for AN/ALE-47 associated
expendables and impulse cartridges involves inspecting, loading, arming, de-arming, downloading,
and reporting discrepancies. Certified squadron-based Aviation Ordnanceman (AO) personnel
conduct preflight and postflight inspections which consists of performing visual examination of
device cases for dents, cracks, corrosion, illegible or incorrect markings, and compliance with
pertinent Notices of Ammunition Reclassifications and technical directives. Any devices failing
these inspections are forwarded to the intermediate maintenance level for action. Loading and
unloading of AN/ALE-47 magazines is done in accordance with applicable aircraft loading
manuals and Airborne Weapons Assembly Manual, NAVAIR 11-140-7.
b. Intermediate Level
(1) Electronics. Intermediate level electronics maintenance is performed
by designated ATs using the AN/USM-636(V) CASS, applicable Test Program Sets (TPS), and
special tools. Corrective maintenance consists of fault verification and isolation to the Shop
Replaceable Assembly (SRA) level. WRA repair is accomplished by replacement of defective
SRAs, followed by verification of corrective action. The extent of troubleshooting and repair of
faulty SRAs is in accordance with the Level Of Repair Analysis (LORA) and the AN/ALE-47
CMDS maintenance plan.
(2) Ordnance. The Weapons Departments (shipboard, Naval Air Station,
and Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron) of the Intermediate Maintenance Activities (IMA)
receive expendable countermeasure devices from the appropriate issuing activities. Ordnance
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personnel perform routine upkeep maintenance actions such as receipt, handling, storage, and
issue; packaging and unpackaging; visual inspection for external damage to cases and illegible or
incorrect markings; minor cleaning and corrosion procedures; and compliance with pertinent
technical directives. The dispensers are removed, replaced, and repaired at the intermediate level
of maintenance. Other WRAs are removed and replaced at the intermediate level and sent to the
designated Depot for repair. Devices requiring maintenance that exceeds the capabilities of the
fleet intermediate level will have the condition codes reclassified and be disposed of in accordance
with existing directives.
c. Depot. Depot level maintenance consists of repair or disposition of electronic
assemblies and sub-assemblies that are beyond the capability of the intermediate level. The
Warner-Robins Air Logistics Center, Warner-Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, is the designated
primary depot level maintenance facility for electronic components and BAE Aerospace Systems,
Austin, Texas, for the DCDU and DDS components of the AN/ALE-47 CMDS. No depot level
actions are authorized for the dispenser assemblies, magazine, safety switch, or associated
expendables.
d. Interim Maintenance. The AN/ALE-47 CMDS is warranted against
materials and workmanship failures due to manufacturing or design defects. Organizational level
technical assistance is provided by Naval Aviation Technical Data and Engineering Service
Command (NATEC) representatives for the host platforms with which they are currently
associated.
3. Manning Concept. The existing host platform billet structures are being used to
operate and maintain the AN/ALE-47. The AN/ALE-47 system itself does not drive manning
requirements. The tasks and skills required to operate and maintain the system are factored into
the aggregate requirements of all like systems aboard the host aircraft.
a. Aircrew. As determined by type aircraft, either the pilot, a Naval Flight Officer
(NFO), or designated enlisted aircrewman will monitor the AN/ALE-47 system in flight. Aircrew
requirements are driven by the total number of aircraft assigned to the squadron, the number of
positions to be manned, and the crew seat ratio as stated in the host platform Required
Operational Capabilities and Projected Operational Environment (ROC/POE). The introduction
of the AN/ALE-47 does not change existing aircrew requirements. Refer to the applicable aircraft
NTSP for specific manning requirements.
b. Organizational Level. The AN/ALE-47 system is supported at the
organizational level by Navy ATs and AOs with the appropriate aircraft specific Navy Enlisted
Classification (NEC) and related Marine Corps personnel with the appropriate Military
Occupational Specialty (MOS). The current Maintenance Man-Hours per Flight Hour
(MMH/FH) for the AN/ALE-47 at the organizational level is 0.16 hours, which is a decrease of
0.002 compared to the AN/ALE-39. Therefore, maintenance manpower requirements have
remained unchanged due to the negligible decrease in workload required to support the AN/ALE-
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47. A general listing of related NECs and MOSs is provided within the Training Concept section
of this NTSP. For detailed information on expendables related and host platform manning
requirements, refer to the Airborne Expendable Countermeasures NTSP, N78-A-50-0109, and
applicable aircraft NTSPs respectively.
c. Intermediate Level. Intermediate level electronic component maintenance is
performed by qualified CASS station operators/maintainers. CASS operators responsible for
repair of the AN/ALE-47 are not dedicated exclusively to the AN/ALE-47 system, but are
responsible for repair of all avionics systems assigned to CASS. As such, all intermediate level
maintenance billets required to support the AN/ALE-47 are planned and provided for via the
CASS program. These requirements are addressed in the CASS NTSP, N88-A-50-8515 series.
Associated expendables do not alter current intermediate level ordnance manning requirements.
Related requirements are addressed in the Airborne Expendable Countermeasures NTSP, N78-A-
50-0109.
4. Training Concept. The intent of the AN/ALE-47 training program is to provide
proficient aircrew and maintenance personnel at system introduction and beyond. Aircrew
training is accomplished at the host platform Fleet Readiness Squadrons (FRS). Organizational
level maintenance and ordnance training is provided by the on-site Naval Air Maintenance
Training Units (NAMTRAU), Naval Aviation Maintenance Training Marine Unit (NAMTRA
MARUNIT), or training squadrons associated with the host platform. Additional ordnance
training is provided by various Weapons Schools. Training for intermediate level Aviation
Electronics Technician (AT) personnel is encompassed in the CASS training track provided by
applicable NAMTRAUs.
a. Initial Training. Initial training for the AN/ALE-47 CMDS is complete.
There is no requirement for AN/ALE-47 specific initial training for the CY2000 EW Suite
Program.
b. Follow-on Training
(1) Aircrew. AN/ALE-47 aircrew training is integrated into the training
syllabus of the host aircraft. Instruction on the operation of the AN/ALE-47 is provided within a
platform course that covers all on-board avionics. As such, this training is an adjunct to the
existing aircrew training and does not increase or decrease the projected student throughput.
Therefore, instructor and instructor support billets remain unchanged by the introduction of the
AN/ALE-47 CMDS. The host platforms have responsibility for meeting all AN/ALE-47 aircrew
training requirements, including instructor billets, training facilities, curriculum updates, and
simulator modifications. The applicable aircraft NTSP should be referenced for more complete
program details.
(2) Organizational Level. The required AN/ALE-47 course material is
integrated within existing courses and does not impact student loading. There is no requirement
to adjust the instructor or instructor support billeting at the training activities due to the
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introduction of the AN/ALE-47. The host platforms are responsible for providing organizational
level training, including any differences training required. The aircraft NTSPs should be
referenced for more complete program details. An Airborne Countermeasures and Associated
Impulse Cartridges safety lesson has been developed and will be incorporated into certain existing
ordnance courses. The Airborne Expendable Countermeasures NTSP, N78-A-50-0109, should
be referenced for more information on this safety lesson. The following depicts affected
organizational level training tracks:
AVIATION ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL
TRAINING
TRAINING
NEC/MOS TRACK TRACK TITLE LOCATION
AT-8342 D/E-102-0630 F/A-18 Integrated Electronic NAMTRAUs
USMC 6317 Systems Organizational Oceana and
Maintenance Lemoore
AT-8341 E-102-0624 F/A-18E/F Career Avionics NAMTRAU
Systems Organizational Lemoore
Maintenance
AT-8845 D-102-1624 F-14A/B Initial Avionics Systems NAMTRAU Oceana
Organizational Maintenance
AT-8345 D-102-1623 F-14A/B Career Avionics Systems NAMTRAU Oceana
Organizational Maintenance
AT-8835 D-102-1625 F-14D Initial Electronics Systems NAMTRAU Oceana
Organizational Maintenance
AT-8335 D-102-1630 F-14D Career Electronics Systems NAMTRAU Oceana
Organizational Maintenance
AT-8832 E-102-1820 EA-6B Initial ECM Organizational NAMTRAU
USMC 6386 Maintenance Whidbey Island
AT-8332 E-102-1824 EA-6B ICAP Integrated ECM NAMTRAU
USMC 6386 Organizational Maintenance Whidbey Island
USMC 6315 M-102-0122 AV-8B CNI/ECM System NAMTRA
Organizational Maintenance MARUNIT Cherry
Point
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AVIATION ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL
TRAINING
TRAINING
NEC/MOS TRACK TRACK TITLE LOCATION
AT-8819 D-102-1029 P-3C Initial Weapon System VP-30
Organizational Maintenance
AT-8319 D-102-1132 P-3C Career Weapon System VP-30
Organizational Maintenance
AT-8319 D-102-1137 P-3C Update III Weapon System VP-30
Technician Difference
Organizational Maintenance
AT-8263 D-050-1124 P-3C In-flight Maintenance VP-30
Technician Update II
USMC 6316 M-102-0451 KC-130 COMM/NAV Systems NAMTRA
Technician MARUNIT Cherry
Point
AT-8878 D/E-102-0823 SH-60F/HH-60H Electronic NAMTRAUs
Systems Organizational Jacksonville and
Maintenance (Initial) North Island
AT-8378 D/E-102-0822 SH-60F/HH-60H Electronic NAMTRAUs
Systems Organizational Jacksonville and
Maintenance (Career) North Island
AT-8303 D-102-2725 CH/MH-53 COMM/NAV/IDENT NAMTRAU
Systems Norfolk
USMC 6323 M-102-2731 CH-53E NAMTRA
Communications/Electrical MARUNIT New
Systems Organizational River
Maintenance
USMC 6323 M-102-2764 CH-53A/D NAMTRA
Communications/Electrical MARUNIT New
Systems Organizational River
Maintenance
USMC 6322 M-102-2424 CH-46 COMM/NAV/IDENT NAMTRA
Systems Organizational MARUNIT New
Maintenance River
AT-8377 D-102-0521 H-3 Weapons Systems NAMTRAU
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AVIATION ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL
TRAINING
TRAINING
NEC/MOS TRACK TRACK TITLE LOCATION
Maintenance Jacksonville
USMC 6324 M-102-2024 H-1 Comm/Nav/Ident Systems NAMTRA
Organizational Maintenance MARUNIT Camp
Pendleton
USMC 6325 M-102-XXXX MV-22 Comm/Nav/Elec/Weapons NAMTRA
Systems Technician MARUNIT New
River
AVIATION ORDNANCEMAN ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL TRAINING
TRAINING
NEC/MOS TRACK TRACK TITLE LOCATION
AO-8342 D/E-646-0641 F/A-18 Armament Systems NAMTRAUs
USMC 6315 Maintenance, Organizational Level Oceana and Lemoore
AO-8342 D/E-646-0653 F/A-18 Conventional Weapons NAMTRAUs
USMC 6315 Oceana and Lemoore
AO-8341 E-646-0644 F/A-18E/F Armament Systems NAMTRAU
Organizational Maintenance Lemoore
AO-8845 D-646-1647 F-14A/B Initial Armament Systems NAMTRAU
Organizational Maintenance
Oceana
AO-8345 D-646-1641 F-14 Armament Systems (Career) NAMTRAU Oceana
Organizational Maintenance
AO-8332 E-646-1840 EA-6B Armament Systems NAMTRAU
USMC 6531 Organizational Maintenance Whidbey Island
USMC 6531 M-646-0143 AV-8B Armament Ordnance NAMTRA
Systems Maintenance MARUNIT Cherry
Point
AO-8319 D-646-1042 P-3C Initial Armament/Ordnance VP-30
Systems Organizational
Maintenance
AO-8319 D-646-1140 P-3C Armament Systems VP-30
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AVIATION ORDNANCEMAN ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL TRAINING
TRAINING
NEC/MOS TRACK TRACK TITLE LOCATION
Integrated Organizational
Maintenance
USMC 6531 M-646-2044 Rotary Wing Armament Systems NAMTRA
Maintenance MARUNIT Camp
Pendleton
AO-8378 D/E-646-0840 H-60 Armament and Related NAMTRAUs
Systems Organizational Jacksonville and
Maintenance North Island
USMC 6531 M-646-2044 H-1 Armament Repair Integrated NAMTRA
Organizational Maintenance MARUNIT Camp
Pendleton
USMC 6536 M-646-XXXX MV-22 Armament and Related NAMTRA
Systems Maintenance MARUNIT New
River
(3) Intermediate Level. There are no specific intermediate level training
requirements driven by the AN/ALE-47 program. With the implementation of the AN/USM-
636(V) CASS program, the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) directed that all system avionics
supported by the CASS station will be encompassed within the CASS training track. Therefore,
intermediate level maintenance training for the AN/ALE-47 electronic components falls under the
coordination and control of the CASS program. Intermediate level training for AN/ALE-47
related expendables and impulse cartridges is not driven by system requirements. These
requirements are addressed for the ordnance community as a whole not by individual systems.
The following tables display related intermediate level training tracks. The AN/ALE-47 system
has no impact on intermediate level student throughput or instructor requirements. The CASS
NTSP, N88-A-50-8515 series, and Airborne Expendable Countermeasures NTSP, N-78-A-50-
0109, should be referenced for more complete program details.
AVIATION ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
TRAINING
TRAINING
NEC/MOS TRACK TRACK TITLE LOCATION
AT-6704 D/E-198-3044 CASS Test Station Operator/ NAMTRAUs
USMC 6467 Maintainer Oceana and
Miramar
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AVIATION ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
TRAINING
TRAINING
NEC/MOS TRACK TRACK TITLE LOCATION
AVIATION ORDNANCEMAN INTERMEDIATE LEVEL TRAINING
AO-6801 D/E-646-7007 General Shipboard/NAS Weapons NAMTRAUs
Department AVORD Maintenance Norfolk and
North Island
USMC 6541 M-646-7026 Aircraft Ordnance Technician, NAMTRA
IMA MARUNIT
Cherry Point
(4) Additional Training for Ordnance Handling. In addition to the
platform specific organizational level courses listed above, other general ordnance training is
applicable to the AN/ALE-47 program. Modifications to existing Explosive Ordnance Disposal
(EOD) training materials have been made to accommodate AN/ALE-47 CMDS requirements.
Also, some On-the-Job Training (OJT) is conducted at the squadron level on AN/ALE-47
magazine build-ups.
I. ON BOARD (IN-SERVICE) TRAINING
1. Proficiency or Other Training Organic to the New Development
a. Maintenance Training Improvement Program. Current planning is to adopt
the Aviation Maintenance Training Continuum System (AMTCS) concepts to replace
Maintenance Training Improvement Program (MTIP). AMTCS is scheduled to begin full
implementation for fleet deployment in FY02.
b. Aviation Maintenance Training Continuum System. AMTCS will provide
career path training to the Sailor or Marine from their initial service entry to the end of their
military career. AMTCS concepts will provide an integrated system that will satisfy the training
and administrative requirements of both the individual and the organization. The benefits will be
manifested in the increased effectiveness of the technicians and the increased efficiencies of the
management of the training business process. Where appropriate, capitalizing on technological
advances and integrating systems and processes can provide the right amount of training at the
right time, thus meeting the CNO s mandated just-in-time training approach.
Technology investments enable the development of several state-of-the-art training
and administrative tools: Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) for the technicians in the Fleet
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in the form of Interactive Courseware (ICW) with Computer Managed Instruction (CMI) and
Computer Aided Instruction (CAI) for the schoolhouse.
Included in the AMTCS development effort is the Aviation Maintenance Training
Continuum System - Software Module, which provides testing [Test and Evaluation], recording
[Electronic Certification Qualification Records], and a Feedback system. The core functionality
of these AMTCS tools are based and designed around the actual maintenance-related tasks the
technicians perform, and the tasks are stored and maintained in a Master Task List data bank.
These tools are procured and fielded with appropriate Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS)
hardware and software, i.e., Fleet Training Devices - Laptops, PCs, Electronic Classrooms,
Learning Resource Centers (LRC), operating software, and network software and hardware.
Upon receipt of direction from OPNAV (N789H), AMTCS concepts are to be
implemented and the new tools integrated into the daily training environment of all participating
aviation activities and supporting elements. AMTCS will serve as the standard training system for
aviation maintenance training within the Navy and Marine Corps, and is planned to supersede the
existing MTIP and Maintenance Training Management and Evaluation Program (MATMEP)
programs.
2. Personnel Qualification Standards. Aircrew Personnel Qualification Standards
(PQS) requirements have been updated to reflect changes required by introduction of the
AN/ALE-47.
3. Other On Board/In-Service Training Packages
(a) Marine Training Management Evaluation Program. Marine Corps on-
board training is based on the current series of MCO P4790.12, Individual Training Standards
System (ITSS) and MATMEP. This program is designed to meet Marine Corps, as well as Navy
OPNAVINST 4790.2 series, maintenance training requirements. It is a performance-based,
standardized, level-progressive, documentable, training management and evaluation program. It
identifies and prioritizes task inventories by MOS through a front-end analysis process that
identifies task, skill, and knowledge requirements of each MOS. MTIP questions coupled to
MATMEP tasks will help identify training deficiencies that can be addressed with remedial
training. (MATMEP, is planned to be replaced by AMTCS).
(b) Computer Based Training Programs. Several Computer Based Training
(CBT) programs addressing the AN/ALE-47 system have been, or are being, developed to
support aircrew and/or organizational level maintenance training. The following table provides a
list and brief description of known CBT programs:
CBT PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Aircraft Survivability Equipment Aircrew CBT program on CD-ROM media for
(ASE) version 2.0 Low and Slow aircraft squadrons. Distribution
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CBT PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
took place in 2nd quarter FY00.
HH-60H Platform Maintenance Maintenance CBT program for total platform,
including AN/ALE-47. Development was
completed in 4th quarter FY00.
F-14 AN/ALE-47 Retrofit Aircrew and maintenance CBT program planned
for delivery to the VF-101 FRS and NAMTRAU
Oceana. Development was completed in FY01.
EA-6B AN/ALE-47 Retrofit Aircrew CBT program planned was delivered to
the VAQ-129 FRS Student Learning Center in
FY01.
(c) Program Office (PMA272J) Training Initiatives. The AN/ALE-47 Program
Office is taking proactive steps to increase system training availability by sponsoring several
AN/ALE-47 training initiatives. The Program Office developed and conducted an
operator/maintainer training seminar in August 2000 for the NATEC personnel who support the
AN/ALE-47. In addition, a system maintenance video and User s Guide with platform specific
appendices has been produced for fleet use. The program is also currently updating system
software (Block Cycle One) to add a training mode capability.
J. LOGISTICS
1. Manufacturers. BAE Aerospace Systems in Austin, Texas produces the Programmer,
Sequencer Switch, and Safety Switch. The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division
(NAVAIRWARCENCACDIV) Crane, Indiana manufactures the Dispenser and Magazine.
2. Program Documentation. The current Joint Integrated Logistics Support Plan
(ILSP) was approved in August 1992.
3. Technical Data Plan. Navy technical manuals for the organizational and intermediate
maintenance levels were prepared in accordance with Technical Manual Contract Requirements
(TMCR) 208-87. Organizational level source data was provided to the aircraft manufacturers and
Cognizant Field Activities (CFA) for use in updating existing organizational level manuals and
training materials. AN/ALE-47 specific technical manuals have been distributed, and can be
accessed via the NATEC website (http://www.natec.navy.mil). The following technical data
items have been developed for the AN/ALE-47 CMDS:
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TITLE DOCUMENT NUMBER
AN/ALE-47 Maintenance Plan AVMP-1173B
AN/ALE-47 Intermediate Level NAVAIR16-30ALE47-1
Maintenance Manual with Illustrated Parts
Breakdown (IPB)
AN/ALE-47 Platform Source Data JAX/OSD AN/ALE-47/1
4. Test Sets, Tools, and Test Equipment. For organizational level support of the
AN/ALE-47 system, there is a requirement for the Countermeasures Chaff Dispensing Test Set
Group, AN/ALM-286. The following support equipment and special tools are required for
intermediate level support:
EQUIPMENT PART NUMBER
Interconnecting Box/J-6011/ALE-47(V) 3463AS100-001
TPS ID Self Test 3463AS1100-001
TPS CASS Sequencer 3463AS1200-001
Interface Device 3463AS300-002
TPS CASS C-12171/A CDU 3463AS1400-001
TPS CASS CD-45/ALE-47 Programmer 3463AS1300-001
Shop Accessories Set 3463AS5000-001
5. Repair Parts. The Warner-Robins Air Logistics Center is the primary inventory
control agency for common Air Force and Navy items. The Navy Inventory Control Point
(NAVICP), Mechanicsburg Pennsylvania, is the primary inventory control agency for Navy
peculiar items and the secondary inventory control agency for Air Force and Navy common items.
The Material Support Date (MSD) was achieved in 4th quarter FY98 for all AN/ALE-47 WRAs
except the DCDU, DSS, and D-63 dispenser. MSD for these WRAs was achieved reached during
FY01. The Navy Support Date (NSD) was achieved in 4th quarter FY99 for all AN/ALE-47
WRAs except the DCDU, DSS, and D-63 dispenser. NSD for the remaining WRAs was 1st
quarter FY02.
K. SCHEDULES
1. Schedule of Events
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a. Delivery Schedule. The following schedule depicts the current proposed plan
of deliveries for AN/ALE-47 production systems. Upon delivery of the AN/ALE-47 to the fleet,
the Type Commanders (TYCOM) have control of asset distribution.
Prior Out
FYs FY01 FY02 FY03 FY04 FY05 Years Total
F/A-18C/D (Lot 18 **-**-*-*-*-*-*-*-**
F/A-18E/F **-**-**-**-**-** 312 548
HH-60H 48 0 0 0 0 0 0 48
P-3 (AIP) 34 9 0 0 0 0 0 43
AH-1Z 0 0 0 0 6 12 177 195
UH-1Y 0 0 0 5 12 12 65 94
MV-**-**-**-**-**-** 30 53 170
VH-3D/VH-60N 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 11
KC-130J 5 5 5 5 5 5 21 51
SH-60R 0 0 0 0 6 6 229 241
Totals
b. Retrofit Installation Schedule. In addition to the delivery schedule for AN/ALE-47
production systems, the following schedule displays the current program planning for retrofit
installations:
Out
Total
FY01 FY02 FY03 FY04 FY05 Years
F-14B/D 77-42-0-0-0-0-119
EA-6B 2-60-68-0-0-0-130
F/A-18C/D (Lot 12 - 17) 1-12-28-64-64-203 372
AV-8 0 0 4-32-33-82-151
CH-46E 0 0 0 0 21 116 137
CH-53E *-**-**-**-**-** 159
MH-53E 0 *-**-**-**-*-**
KC-130F 0 0 0 0 0 8 8
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Out
Total
FY01 FY02 FY03 FY04 FY05 Years
KC-130R 0 0 0 0 0 8 8
KC-130T 0 0 0 0 0 8 8
80-126-***-***-*** 450 1137
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