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NAVY TRAINING SYSTEM PLAN
FOR THE
S-3B AIRCRAFT
N88-NTSP-A-50-8310D/A
FEBRUARY 2001
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The S-3B Aircraft was originally developed with Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) as its primary mission. Now, the S-3B Aircraft's role in Carrier Aviation is changing focus. The S-3B Aircraft's ASW and Mining Warfare missions were deleted by Chief of Naval Operations Message in December 1999. The S-3B Aircraft will continue to perform a myriad of functions which include, but are not limited to, Anti-Air Warfare, Anti-Surface Warfare, Amphibious Warfare, Counter-Targeting, Over-the-Horizon Targeting, Airborne Reconnaissance, and Command and Control. The S-3B Aircraft is in Phase III (Production, Fielding, Deployment, and Operational Support) of the Weapon System Acquisition Process. Additional changes to the S-3B include:
- Engineering Change Proposal 423, S-3B Communications Improvement Program
- Air Frames Change (AFC) 279, Carrier Airborne Inertial Navigation System II Upgrade, Embedded Ground Positioning System Interface/Upgrade, and Electronic Flight Instruments/Upgrade
- AFC 273, Digital Flight Data Computer Upgrade
- AFC 263, S-3B Fuel System Improvement
- AFC 265, S-3B Flight Control System Refurbishment
- AFC 266, S-3B Horizontal Stabilizer Improvement
- AFC 274, S-3B Computer Processor Memory Unit Upgrade
Overall squadron manpower requirements have changed to reflect the new mission requirements. The major changes include eliminating the enlisted aircrew Sensor Operators from the Aviation Warfare Systems Operators (AW) rating, and decreasing the Naval Flight Officers in each squadron. All S-3B squadrons are currently configured and manned for eight aircraft. Intermediate level maintenance billets are assigned to the Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department Sea Operational Detachments.
All initial training to support the S-3B Aircraft has been completed. Follow-on Pilot and Naval Flight Officer training is provided by the Fleet Readiness Squadron, Sea Control Squadron (VS) 41, at Naval Air Station North Island, California. Maintenance Training Unit (MTU) 1037 at Naval Air Maintenance Training Unit (NAMTRAU) Jacksonville, Florida, and MTU 1036 at NAMTRAU North Island, California, provide maintenance training on both coasts. Intermediate level maintenance training is provided by MTUs at various locations.
S-3B maintenance is in accordance with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program as defined in OPNAVINST 4790.2 series.
Page
Executive Summary i
List of Acronyms iii
Preface vii
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-1
E. Developmental Test and Operational Test I-2
F. Aircraft and/or Equipment/System/Subsystem Replaced I-2
G. Description of New Development I-6
H. Concepts I-8
I. Onboard (In-Service) Training I-50
J. Logistics Support I-51
K. Schedules I-52
L. Government Furnished Equipment and Contractor Furnished Equipment
Training Requirements I-54
M. Related NTSPs and Other Applicable Documents I-55
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 |
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ACDU |
Active Duty |
AD |
Aviation Machinist's Mate |
AE |
Aviation Electrician's Mate |
AEGIS |
Airborne Early Warning Ground Environment Integration System |
AFC |
Air Frames Change |
AFCS |
Automatic Flight Control System |
AHRS |
Attitude Heading Reference System |
AIMD |
Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department |
AME |
Aviation Structural Mechanic (Safety Equipment) |
AMH |
Aviation Structural Mechanic (Hydraulics) |
AMRAAM |
Advanced Medium Range Air To Air Missile |
AMS |
Aviation Structural Mechanic (Structures) |
AMTCS |
Aviation Maintenance Training Continuum System |
AO |
Aviation Ordnanceman |
AOB |
Average Onboard |
APU |
Auxiliary Power Unit |
ASUW |
Anti-Surface Warfare |
ASW |
Anti-Submarine Warfare |
AT |
Aviation Electronics Technician |
ATE |
Automatic Test Equipment |
ATIR |
Annual Training Input Requirement |
ATR |
Analog Tape Recorder |
BITE |
Built-In Test Equipment |
CAI |
Computer Aided Instruction |
CAINS |
Carrier Airborne Inertial Navigation System |
CASS |
Consolidated Automated Support System |
CAT-IIID |
Computerized Automatic Tester (IIID) |
CCG |
Communications Control Group |
CETS |
Contractor Engineering and Technical Services |
CIN |
Course Identification Number |
CINCLANTFLT |
Commander In Chief, Atlantic Fleet |
CINCPACFLT |
Commander In Chief, Pacific Fleet |
CM |
Corrective Maintenance |
CMI |
Computer Managed Instruction |
CNET |
Chief of Naval Education and Training |
CNO |
Chief of Naval Operations |
COTAC |
Co-Tactical Coordinator |
COTS |
Commercial Off The Shelf |
CPMU |
Computer Processor Memory Unit |
CSE |
Common Support Equipment |
DT |
Developmental Test |
ECP |
Engineering Change Proposal |
ECS |
Environmental Control System |
EFI |
Electronic Flight Instruments |
EGI |
Embedded Ground Positioning System Inertial Navigation System |
ER |
Extended Range |
FLIR |
Forward Looking Infrared |
FY |
Fiscal Year |
GPS |
Global Positioning System |
GPWS |
Ground Proximity Warning System |
HARM |
High-Speed Anti-Radiation Missile |
HATS |
Hybrid Automatic Test Set |
HTS |
Hybrid Test Station |
IAT |
Integrated Avionics Trainer |
ICW |
Interactive Courseware |
IFF |
Identification Friend or Foe |
ILSP |
Integrated Logistics Support Plan |
IMC |
Integrated Maintenance Concept |
IMUTS |
Inertial Measurement Unit Test Set |
IR |
Infrared |
MAD |
Magnetic Anomaly Detection |
MR/RS |
Mission Recorder/Reproducer Set |
MSD |
Material Support Date |
MTIP |
Maintenance Training Improvement Program |
MTU |
Maintenance Training Unit |
NA |
Not Applicable |
NAMTRAU |
Naval Air Maintenance Training Unit |
NAMTRAGRU |
Naval Air Maintenance Training Group |
NAS |
Naval Air Station |
NATOPS |
Naval Aviation Training and Operating Procedures Standardization |
NAVAIR |
Naval Air |
NAVAIRSYSCOM |
Naval Air Systems Command |
NAVAIRWARCENACDIV |
Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division |
NAVPERSCOM |
Naval Personnel Command |
NEC |
Navy Enlisted Classification |
NFO |
Naval Flight Officer |
NSD |
Navy Support Date |
NTP |
Navy Training Plan |
NTSP |
Navy Training System Plan |
OPEVAL |
Operational Evaluation |
OPNAV |
Office of the Chief of Naval Operations |
OPNAVINST |
Office of the Chief of Naval Operations Instruction |
OPO |
OPNAV Principal Official |
ORD |
Ordnance |
OT |
Operational Test |
PDA |
Principal Development Activity |
PM |
Preventive Maintenance |
PMA |
Program Manager, Air |
PQS |
Personnel Qualification Standards |
PSE |
Peculiar Support Equipment |
PTCM |
Position Trainer Complex Module |
QEC |
Quick Engine Change |
RADCOM |
Radio Communication |
RFT |
Ready For Training |
SDLM |
Standard Depot Level Maintenance |
SEAOPDET |
Sea Operational Detachment |
SLAM |
Standoff Land Attack Missile |
SMS |
Stores Management System |
SRA |
Shop Replaceable Assembly |
SRS |
Sonobuoy Reference System |
TACCO |
Tactical Coordinator |
TAR |
Training and Administration of the Naval Reserve |
TD |
Training Device |
TECHEVAL |
Technical Evaluation |
TPS |
Test Program Set |
TTE |
Technical Training Equipment |
UHF |
Ultra-High Frequency |
VS |
Sea Control Squadron |
VTS |
Video Test Station |
WRA |
Weapon Replaceable Assembly |
WST |
Weapon System Trainer |
PREFACE
This Approved Navy Training System Plan (NTSP) for the S-3B Aircraft has been prepared to update the Draft S-3B Aircraft NTSP, A-50-8310D/D, dated May 2000. This NTSP has been updated to comply with guidelines set forth in the Navy Training Requirements Documentation Manual, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV) Publication P-751-1-9-97.
This NTSP reflects the latest developments in the S-3B Aircraft program. The major changes and updates to the NTSP in Fiscal Year (FY) 98 consisted of the removal of the non-acoustic avionics equipment from all S-3Bs. In FY99, the major changes included the deletion of the Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) and Mining Mission equipment from the S-3B, and the deletion of six Naval Flight Officers (NFO) per squadron. This change deleted the Aviation Warfare Systems Operators (AW) from the squadrons and drastically changed the mission of the squadrons. These changes were accomplished through several Air Frames Changes (AFC) and an Engineering Change Proposal (ECP). The S-3B platform continues to incorporate the AFCs and ECPs into the S-3B airframe, course curriculum, technical publications and trainers. The most extensive airframe and engineering changes are AFC-279, 274, 273 and ECP 423. The manpower and training requirements have been updated to reflect these changes.
N88-NTSP-A-50-8310D/A
February 2001
PART I - TECHNICAL PROGRAM DATA
A. TITLE-NOMENCLATURE-PROGRAM
1. Nomenclature-Title-Acronym. S-3B Aircraft
2. Program Element. 0204234N
B. SECURITY CLASSIFICATION
1. System Characteristics Unclassified
2. Capabilities Secret
3. Functions Unclassified
4. NTSP Unclassified
C. MANPOWER, PERSONNEL, AND TRAINING PRINCIPALS
OPNAV Principal Official (OPO) Program Sponsor CNO (N780E)
OPO Resource Sponsor CNO (N780E)
Developing Agency NAVAIRSYSCOM (PMA290)
Training Agency CINCLANTFLT
CINCPACFLT
CNET
Training Support Agency NAVAIRSYSCOM (PMA205)
Manpower and Personnel Mission Sponsor CNO (N12)
NAVPERSCOM (PERS-4, PERS-404)
Director of Naval Training CNO (N79)
D. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. Operational Uses. S-3B Aircraft are tasked by the Carrier Battle Group Commanders to provide Anti-Air Warfare, Anti-Surface Warfare (ASUW), Counter-Targeting, Over-the-Horizon Targeting, surface surveillance and intelligence collection, electronic warfare, coordinated search and rescue, and fleet support missions, including air wing tanking. Deletion of ASW and Mining Warfare Missions for all S-3Bs was managed at the Type Commander and Functional Wing level and began in FY99. Deconfiguration of aircraft, in compliance with removal of ASW specific equipment, was accomplished in accordance with AFC 284, this change was completed in FY00.
2. Foreign Military Sales. Not Applicable (NA)
E. DEVELOPMENTAL TEST AND OPERATIONAL TEST. Technical Evaluation (TECHEVAL) for the S-3B Aircraft was satisfactorily completed 13 November 1987 and the S-3B Aircraft was certified ready for Operational Evaluation (OPEVAL), which was completed in March 1988.
TECHEVAL for the Communications Control Group (CCG) OK-497A/A1 began in October 1985 and was completed in May 1988. OPEVAL was conducted from April 1986 to February 1989.
S-3B software, Fleet Issue B4.3.1, released to the fleet in September 1994, underwent Developmental Test (DT) from March 1993 to March 1994, and Operational Test (OT) from April to July 1994. The fleet is currently using Fleet Issue B4.4.3T, which is used in conjunction with AFC 284.
TECHEVAL for the Global Positioning System (GPS) was conducted from December 1995 to June 1996. OPEVAL was not required.
Design Verification Testing for the AN/USH-42 Mission Recorder/Reproducer Set (MR/RS) was conducted from January to February 1997.
TECHEVAL for the AFC 274 Computer Processor Memory Unit (CPMU) was conducted from April 1998 to September 1998. OPEVAL was conducted from November 1998 to January 1999.
During FY97 and FY98, four S-3B Aircraft were modified to employ the AGM-65F Infrared (IR) Maverick Missile. The Maverick modification kits were installed for fleet demonstration project purposes, and presently the IR Maverick Missile is in the Research and Development (R&D) process. The Stores Management System (SMS) scheduled for FY02 installation on all S-3B Aircraft was cancelled, and the AN/ASQ-147 will remain in the aircraft.
F. AIRCRAFT AND/OR EQUIPMENT/SYSTEM/SUBSYSTEM REPLACED. AFC 284 redefined the composition of Sea Control Squadrons (VS). All selected S-3Bs were redesigned by removal of selected systems. The removal of these systems resulted in a weight reduction in excess of 834 pounds per aircraft. Systems removed from the S-3B include detection, receiving, processing, and delivery equipment for Acoustic/Magnetic ASW and Mining, and 44 of 60 Sonobuoy Chutes. After removal of these systems, associated wiring was stowed in place and blank-off plates installed internally and externally on the aircraft, as appropriate to seal off affected areas. Compliance with AFC 284 began late in FY99, and was completed in FY00. Specific ASW and Mining Mission equipment and systems removed are listed below.
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NOMENCLATURE |
PART NUMBER |
WEIGHT (POUNDS) |
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UYS-1 Spectrum Analyzer |
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UYS-1 Spectrum Analyzer |
2835819-1 |
239.0 |
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AN/ASA-82 Tactical Acoustic Display |
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Auxiliary Readout Unit Indicator |
231506-950 |
46.0 |
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AN/ARR-78 Sonobuoy Receiver |
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Radio Receiver |
116214-8 |
100.0 |
Radio Amplifier |
116213-1 |
4.0 |
On Top Position Indicator Control |
116217-4 |
2.0 |
Antenna |
11D33200 |
3.0 |
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AN/AQH-7 Acoustic Recorder/Reproducer |
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AQH-7 Recorder Reproducer |
601800-01 |
76.0 |
Shroud Assembly |
1222300-101 |
Negligible |
Analog Tape Recorder (ATR) Control |
601240-01 |
4.2 |
ATR Interface Control |
601245-01 |
12.0 |
Time Code Generator |
06175204 |
8.0 |
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AN/ARS-4 Sonobuoy Reference System (SRS) |
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R2268/ARS-4 SRS Receiver |
197700-1 |
35.0 |
SRS Wing/Fuselage Antennas (7) |
11D33300 |
14.0 |
SRS Coax Switches (2) |
310C90700 |
0.6 |
SRS Upper Fuselage Antenna |
11D33400 |
20.0 |
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AN/ASQ-81 Magnetic Anomaly Detection (MAD) System |
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CV-2881 MAD Converter |
1978186-7 |
16.0 |
ASQ-81 MAD Control |
715824-1 |
7.0 |
ASQ-81 MAD Amplifier |
681200-1 |
22.0 |
ASQ-81 MAD Detector |
715700-1 |
21.0 |
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AN/ASA-65 Magnetic Compensator |
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CGA Control Indicator |
81573 |
10.0 |
CGA Computer |
MA95715-01 |
23.0 |
ASA-65 Magnetic Indicator |
MA95701-01 |
3.0 |
ASA-65 Amplifier |
65602-02 |
15.0 |
ASA Magnetometer |
51175 |
1.5 |
ASA-65 V Coil |
63508 |
2.5 |
ASA-65 T Coil |
63509 |
1.5 |
ASA-65 L Coil |
65706-01 |
3.2 |
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Sonobuoy Chute Installation |
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Outboard Cover Assembly Aft (LH) |
1212178-103 |
18.0 |
Outboard Cover Assembly Aft (RH) |
1212178-104 |
18.0 |
Outboard Cover Assembly Fwd (LH) |
1212177-103 |
4.5 |
Outboard Cover Assembly Fwd (RH) |
1212177-104 |
4.5 |
Aft Center Cover Assembly |
1212175-103 |
13.4 |
Aft Center Cover Assembly |
1212176-103 |
8.7 |
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MAD Boom Components |
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MAD Boom Assembly |
1202112-105 |
58.0 |
ASQ-81 MAD Cable Retractor |
1202378-109 |
6.7 |
MAD Boom Actuator |
1444T100-7 |
7 |
MAD Boom Inertia Brake |
1457T100-15 |
1.7 |
MAD Boom Actuator Cable (2) |
1208385-101 |
4.0 |
MAD Boom Pulley Tripod Assembly |
1205116-101 |
3.5 |
MAD Boom Center Support |
1204981-101 or 1214313-101 |
2.0 |
MAD Boom Roller Support Assembly (2) |
1201784-101 |
4.0 |
MAD Boom Roller Support Assembly (2) |
1201784-103 |
4.0 |
Inertia Brake Connecting Links |
1206796-105 |
2.0 |
Cable Retractor Bracket |
1207053-101 |
1.0 |
Proximity Switch (Retract) |
8-079-03 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch Bracket |
1209106-103 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch Support |
1209105-101 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch (Retract) |
8-079-03 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch Clip |
1214469-101 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch Support |
1214470-101 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch Bracket |
1214471-101 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch (Extend) |
8-079-03 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch Target |
1211037-101 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch Support |
1211036-101 |
Negligible |
Proximity Switch Bracket |
1211035-101 |
Negligible |
MAD Detector Case |
1212596-101 |
2.0 |
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Total Items Removed - 129 |
Total Weight: |
834.5 |
AFC 279 removes the existing Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS), Doppler Radar, and analog flight instruments. Required wiring and structure are modified to incorporate the changes. Following modification and prior to the first flight, the aircraft must again be weighed and the center of balance recalculated in accordance with Naval Air (NAVAIR) 01-1B-40. Due to the weight reduction, Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAVAIRWARCENACDIV) Patuxent River, Maryland, will recalculate the weight, balance, and moment of the aircraft. Compliance with AFC 279 began in FY98 and will be completed in 2002, with the East Coast activities being done first. Specific equipment and systems removed are listed below.
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NOMENCLATURE |
PART NUMBER |
WEIGHT (POUNDS) |
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Navigation Control Panel |
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C-8746/ASA-84 |
672664-109 |
8.4 |
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Air Navigation Computer |
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CP-964/ASN-92 |
680500-12 |
32.0 |
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Signal Data Computer |
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CV-4138/A |
635670-006 |
6.9 |
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Inertial Measuring Unit |
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CN-1263/ASN-92(V) |
6801000-18 |
36.9 |
||||
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Air Navigation Multiple Indicator (HSI) |
||||||
ID-1779/A |
672699-107 |
15.6 |
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Attitude Course Height Deviation Indicator (VDI) |
||||||
ID-1780/A |
672703-103 |
13.4 |
||||
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Inertial Measurement Unit Mount |
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MT-4100/ASN-92(V) |
680110-3 |
1.8 |
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Rate Gyro Transmitter |
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TAU-161/A |
671354-107 or 671354-105 |
1.7 |
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GPS/TACAN Selector Switch Panel Assembly |
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Selector Switch |
1223016-101 |
0.5 |
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AHRS Displacement Gyro |
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CN-1366/ASN-107 |
672661-107 |
17.5 |
||||
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AHRS A/D Converter |
||||||
CV-2858/ASN-107 |
672662-107 or 672662-109 or 672662-111 |
18.0 |
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Navigation Data Converter |
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CV-2745/ASA-84 |
672663-119 or 672663-121 or 672663-123 |
21.0 |
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Compass Transmitter Magnetic Compensator |
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Compensator |
672843-101 |
2.0 |
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Navigation Data Converter-Repeater |
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CV-2854/A |
672698-127 |
26.0 |
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Induction Compass Transmitter |
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Transmitter |
741238-101 |
1.0 |
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Navigation Data Switch Panel |
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SA/1792A/A |
672704-101 |
2.0 |
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Radar Navigation Set |
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Set |
672666-111 |
42.0 |
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Power Supply |
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PP-7186/ASN-92 |
681300-11 |
17.0 |
||||
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Flight Instrument Wired Assembly |
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Assembly |
123020-101 |
2.5 |
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Total Items Removed - 19 |
Total Weight: |
342.3 |
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G. DESCRIPTION OF NEW DEVELOPMENT
1. Functional Description. The S-3B Aircraft is a modified S-3A Aircraft. It has increased capabilities through improvements to the general-purpose digital computer, acoustic data processor, radar, sonobuoy receiver, sonobuoy reference system, and electronic support measures, and includes the installation of an electronic countermeasures dispensing system and the Harpoon Missile System. It also encompasses provisions for the Joint Tactical Information Distribution System. Upgrades to the S-3B Aircraft equipment include:
a. Communications Control Group. The CCG provides improved communication capability and greatly improved reliability over the Switching Logic Unit and Intercommunication System.
b. Global Positioning System. The GPS modification complied with the requirement for the S-3B Aircraft to have Federal Aviation Administration certifiable GPS Radio Navigation capability. The GPS provides increased operational capability and mission effectiveness by providing precise navigation position information during all phases of aircraft operations.
c. AN/USH-42 Mission Recorder Reproducer Set. The MR/RS replaced the obsolete and unsupportable RO457 Video Signal Recorder. It allows for multi-channel recording of S-3B Aircraft Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar, Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR), and mission avionics data. The capability for in-flight video recording, in-flight and post-flight playback, analysis, and duplication are also new features.
d. Carrier Airborne Inertial Navigation System II Upgrade. AFC 279, the Carrier Airborne Inertial Navigation System II (CAINS II) Upgrade, improves the reliability of the existing Inertial Navigation System by replacing the AHRS, Doppler Radar, and analog flight instruments. The installation of the CAINS II, Embedded Ground Positioning System Inertial Navigation System (EGI), Electronic Flight Instruments (EFI), and Navigation Interface Unit (NIU) will accomplish this needed upgrade.
e. AN/AYK-23 Computer Processor Memory Unit. The AFC 274, CPMU is a replacement for the AN/AYK-10 General Purpose Digital Computer used to monitor and coordinate the routine functions of various electronic systems in the S-3B. This upgrade is similar to the CAINS II upgrade with modern digital technology replacing older, less reliable analog technology.
f. AN/ASW-33 Digital Flight Data Computer. AFC 273 directs the replacement of the CP-1074A/ASW-33 Flight Data Computer with the more reliable CP-1074B/ASW-33 Digital Flight Data Computer. This is a direct replacement of equipment. Differences in weight and balance are negligible. Maintenance capability at the organizational level will be significantly enhanced due to incorporation of a highly comprehensive Built-In Test Equipment (BITE) capability.
Additional changes to the S-3B include ECP 423, S-3B Communications Improvement Program; AFC 261, S-3B Flap Track Rib Reinforcement; AFC 263, S-3B Fuel System Improvement; AFC 265, S-3B Flight Control System Refurbishment; and AFC 266, S-3B Horizontal Stabilizer Improvement.
2. Physical Description. The cabin arrangement of the S-3B Aircraft closely resembles that of the S-3A Aircraft. Upgraded or replaced equipment that represent significant reconfiguration due to modified or additional components are listed below.
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EQUIPMENT |
SIZE IN INCHES |
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WIDTH |
HEIGHT |
DEPTH |
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Communications Control Group: |
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Radio Set Control Indicator |
5.75 |
6.75 |
7.31 |
Control Indicator |
5.75 |
4.87 |
7.31 |
Communications Controller |
13.99 |
6.95 |
17.48 |
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Global Positioning System: |
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AE-4, Antenna Electronics Unit |
4.30 |
6.78 |
10.04 |
AN/ASN-163, Frequency Manager |
3.21 |
6.78 |
12.00 |
CV-4138/A, Signal Data Converter |
1.73 |
6.78 |
13.31 |
AN/ARN-153, Tactical Air Navigation |
4.13 |
6.78 |
13.57 |
Flight Instrument Wired Assembly |
5.11 |
2.71 |
7.10 |
C12284/A, Control Display Unit Navigation |
5.75 |
7.13 |
6.50 |
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AN/AYK-23 Co-Processor Memory Unit |
35.56 |
59.46 |
21.25 |
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AN/USH-42 Mission Recorder Reproducer Set |
13.50 |
10.00 |
21.50 |
3. New Development Introduction. Beginning in July 1987, East Coast S-3A Aircraft were modified to S-3B Aircraft by contractor field teams at Naval Air Station (NAS) Cecil Field, Florida. East Coast S-3B Aircraft modifications were completed in July 1991. In March 1992, a contractor field team at NAS North Island, California, began modifying West Coast S-3A Aircraft to the S-3B Aircraft configuration. West Coast modifications were completed in September 1994. AFC 284 deconfiguration was completed in FY00. AFC 261 installs are complete. The CCGs, GPSs, and AN/USH-42s installations were completed in FY00.
AFC 263 is performed only when the fuel cell is open and will be complete in FY03. AFC 265 began in FY99 and will be complete in FY03. AFC 266 began in FY98 and will be complete in FY03. AFC 273 began in May 2000 on the West Coast, the East Coast will follow AFC 273 will be completed in 2002. AFC 279 began in FY98 on the East Coast; the West Coast will follow and be completed in 2002. ECP 423 began in FY99 and at present is scheduled for completion in FY09.
4. Significant Interfaces. NA
5. New Features, Configurations, or Material. NA
H. CONCEPTS
1. Operational Concept. The S-3B Aircraft is manned and operated by an aircrew of three. The aircrew consists of a pilot, Co-Tactical Coordinator (COTAC), and Tactical Coordinator (TACCO). The S-3B Aircraft carries surface search equipment with integrated target acquisition and sensor coordinating systems which can collect, process, interpret, and store ASUW sensor data. It has a direct attack capability with a variety of armaments.
2. Maintenance Concept. Support of the S-3B Aircraft peculiar equipment was developed under current equipment maintenance and S-3 Aircraft maintenance plans. The Material Support Date (MSD) was July 1990 and the Navy Support Date (NSD) was July 1993. Interim support was provided by the equipment vendors. S-3B Aircraft maintenance is based on three levels as outlined in the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations Instruction (OPNAVINST) 4790.2 series.
a. Organizational. Organizational level maintenance is performed by personnel from the aviation maintenance ratings with Navy Enlisted Classifications (NEC) 8346, 8347, or 8847.
(1) Preventive Maintenance. Preventive Maintenance (PM) consists of standard pre- and post-flight inspections, and regular calendar and flight hour corrosion and material inspections in accordance with the Maintenance Requirements Cards.
(2) Corrective Maintenance. Corrective Maintenance (CM) consists of fault isolation to a defective Weapon Replaceable Assembly (WRA) or Shop Replaceable Assembly (SRA), removal and replacement of defective WRAs or SRAs, and verification of the repair using BITE, the appropriate test sets, or Common Support Equipment (CSE). WRAs and SRAs requiring repair beyond the capability of the organizational level will be forwarded to the appropriate intermediate maintenance activity.
b. Intermediate. Intermediate maintenance of the TF-34 Engine includes troubleshooting, disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly. Hydraulic Components Repair consists of troubleshooting, inspection, servicing, and repair. Advanced composite material repair consists of troubleshooting, inspection, servicing, and repair.
Intermediate maintenance of avionics systems consists of fault isolation of defective WRAs or SRAs using CSE and Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE), replacing faulty components using micro-miniature repair techniques, and verifying corrective action via appropriate CSE and PSE.
The S-3B avionics systems rely on Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) for intermediate level troubleshooting. However, there is not a one-to-one relationship between aircraft systems and ATE; i.e., a single avionics system (WRAs and SRAs) may be supported by various ATE systems. The following list depicts the ATE used in support of the S-3B avionics systems. Some ATE will be replaced by the AN/USM-636(V) Consolidated Automated Support System (CASS) in the future. Refer to the AN/USM-636(V) CASS NTSP, A-50-8515C/D. This ATE is not manned by squadron personnel, but by Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD) Sea Operational Detachment personnel. These ATE are included here to identify training requirements for AIMD personnel in support of the S-3B.
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL AUTOMATED TEST EQUIPMENT
|
SYSTEM OR COMPONENT |
ATE |
|
AN/ARC-182 Very High Frequency (VHF)/ Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Radio |
AN/ARM-200, TS-4110, or TG-8300 Test Sets |
|
Standard Central Air Data Computer |
No intermediate level repair. Equipment is sent directly to the depot level. |
|
AN/ASN-92 CAINS II |
AN/USM-636(V) CASS |
|
AN/APX-72 Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) |
AN/UPM-155 IFF Radar Test Set |
|
OR-263/AA FLIR |
AN/AAM-60(V)6 transitioning to AN/USM-636(V) CASS |
|
ALE-39 Chaff Dispenser |
AN/USM-392/ALM-164 |
|
AN/APS-137A(V)1 Search Radar Set |
AN/USM-636(V) CASS (APM-377/APN-373) |
|
Various Avionics |
AN/USM-403 Hybrid Automatic Test Set (HATS) transitioning to AN/USM-636(V) CASS in 2000 |
|
Various Avionics |
AN/USM-484 Hybrid Test Set (HTS) transitioning to AN/USM-636(V) CASS in 2000 |
|
AN/AYK-10 (Being replaced by the AN/AYK-23) |
Computerized Automatic Tester (CAT)-IIID transitioning to CASS after FY10 |
|
ALE-47 Chaff Dispenser |
AN/USM-636(V) CASS |
|
AN/ASA-84 Inertial Navigation Control Group |
AN/ASM-608 Inertial Measurement Unit Test Set (IMUTS) transitioning to CASS after FY00 |
The following PSE was developed to support the S-3B and is not currently planned for transfer to CASS:
- AN/APM-373 Transmitter Test Set
- AN/APM-438/469 Radar Test Set
- AN/SSM-9 Video Test Set
c. Depot. Depot level maintenance consists of fault isolating, repairing, and verifying corrective action of units beyond the capability of the intermediate level repair using standard laboratory test equipment and ATE. The designated S-3B Aircraft depot level maintenance activity is Naval Aviation Depot North Island, California. The Integrated Maintenance Concept (IMC) was implemented for the S-3B in October 2000.
d. Interim Maintenance. Interim support was required for the AN/APS-137A(V) Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar. Interim support equipment for the AN/APS-137A(V) is the AN/APM-438/469/OF-111 Radar Test Bench with Adapter Group. The AN/APM-438/469/OF-111 Radar Test Bench and Adapter Group are modified AN/APS-116, AN/APM-377/OF-49 Radar Test Bench and Adapter Groups. NAVAIRSYSCOM procured ten AN/APM-438/469 benches to provide intermediate AN/APS-137 Radar repair capability pending the delivery of AN/APS-137A(V) CASS WRA and SRA Operational Test Program Sets. Eight sets of AN/APM-438/469 spare SRAs were procured as well as commercial grade AN/APM-438/469/OF-111 manuals. Training for AN/APS-137 Radar repair technicians was provided by NAVAIRSYSCOM Contractor Engineering and Technical Services (CETS), and was limited to On-the-Job Training.
CETS for S-3B DT-IIA and OT-IIA were provided at Palmdale, California, in January and February 1985. CETS were required for TECHEVAL in October 1985 and for OPEVAL in February 1986, both conducted at NAVAIRWARCENACDIV Patuxent River. CETS requirements for DT and OT have been completed.
e. Life-Cycle Maintenance Plan. The Standard Depot Level Maintenance (SDLM) based maintenance philosophy was replaced with the IMC in October 2000. IMC is achieved through the application of Reliability Centered Maintenance principles that change the focus from restoration maintenance, i.e., Aircraft Service Period Adjustment and SDLM, to a prevention maintenance program. IMC will repackage PM tasks to integrate organizational, intermediate, and depot level maintenance to be performed on-site between deployments. Organizational activities will continue to perform PM while deployed. However, most of the inspections and PM tasks will be performed in port by integrated maintenance teams. The IMC team may include a combination of organic and contractor maintenance personnel. IMC will require depot artisans to be permanently assigned to S-3B home sites.
3. Manning Concept. Qualitative and quantitative manpower requirements for S-3B squadrons were provided by NAVAIRSYSCOM 3.4.1 using data from the Total Force Manpower Management System.
4. Training Concept. Pilot, COTAC, and TACCO training is provided by the Fleet Readiness Squadron, VS-41, NAS North Island, California. Maintenance Training Unit (MTU) 1037 provides organizational level maintenance training at Naval Air Maintenance Training Unit (NAMTRAU) Jacksonville, Florida; and MTU 1036 at NAMTRAU North Island, California. Intermediate level maintenance training is provided by MTUs located at various NAMTRAGRU Detachments around the country.
Current changes to the S-3B include:
- ECP 423, S-3B Communications Improvement Program
- AFC 279, CAINS II Upgrade, EGI Upgrade, and EFI Upgrade
- AFC 273, Flight Data Computer Upgrade
- AFC 263, S-3B Fuel System Improvement
- AFC 265, S-3B Flight Control System Refurbishment
- AFC 266, S-3B Horizontal Stabilizer Improvement
- AFC 274, S-3B Computer Processor Memory Unit Upgrade
Course updates for AFC 261 and 284 have been incorporated (C-102-9691B is now 10 days shorter). AFC 265 and 266 did not effect course curriculum. AFC 273, 274 and 279 will effect the Electrical (Initial and Career) and Avionics (Initial) courses. AFC 274 will effect the Avionics (Career) course; an update is currently in work and will be included in the next track class in February 2001. Course updates for AFC 273 and 279 are required but have not been received by NAMTRAGRU Headquarters, updates for AFC 273 were received, but were incomplete. A course update for ECP 423 was received but with only a training improvement package; therefore, additional information is required before the courses can be completely updated. Estimates on course lengths and Ready For Training (RFT) dates cannot be made until NAMTRAGRU Headquarters reviews the course update information. Lockheed is currently developing course update information packages. When NAMTRAGRU Headquarters receives the update information, it will be forwarded to NAMTRAGRU Detachments for inclusion into the affected maintenance courses.
The established training concept for most aviation maintenance training divides "A" School courses into two or more segments called Core and Strand. Many organizational level "C" School courses are also divided into separate Initial and Career training courses. "A" School Core courses include general knowledge and skills training for the particular rating, while "A" School Strand courses focus on the more specialized training requirements for that rating and a specific aircraft or equipment, based on the student's fleet activity destination. Strand training immediately follows Core training and is part of the "A" School. Upon completion of Core and Strand "A" Schools, graduates going to organizational level activities attend the appropriate Initial "C" School for additional specific training. Initial "C" School training is intended for students in paygrades E-4 and below. Career "C" School training is provided to organizational level personnel, E-5 and above, to enhance skills and knowledge within their field. "A" School graduates going to intermediate level activities attend the appropriate intermediate level "C" School. Intermediate level "C" Schools are not separated into Initial and Career courses.
a. Initial Training. All initial training has been completed.
b. Follow-on Training. All follow-on operator, aircrew, and maintenance training is currently available. Training track and course information is provided below and, where applicable, lists the AFCs and ECP that will impact the track.
|
Title |
S-3B Fleet Replacement Pilot Category I Pipeline |
|
CIN |
E-2A-1721 |
|
Model Manager |
VS-41 |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the initial S-3B replacement pilot including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as an S-3B Pilot in a squadron environment. |
|
Location |
VS-41, NAS North Island |
|
Length |
239 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
1311 |
|
TTE/TD |
Weapon Systems Trainer (WST) |
|
Prerequisites |
|
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
|
Title |
S-3B Fleet Replacement Pilot Category II Pipeline |
|
CIN |
E-2A-1722 |
|
Model Manager |
VS-41 |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the second tour S-3B replacement pilot including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as an S-3B Pilot in a squadron environment. |
|
Location |
VS-41, NAS North Island |
|
Length |
145 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
1311 |
|
TTE/TD |
WST |
|
Prerequisites |
|
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
|
Title |
S-3B Fleet Replacement Pilot Category III Pipeline |
|
CIN |
E-2A-1723 |
|
Model Manager |
VS-41 |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the advanced S-3B replacement pilot including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as an S-3B Pilot in a squadron environment. |
|
Location |
VS-41, NAS North Island |
|
Length |
124 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
1311 |
|
TTE/TD |
WST |
|
Prerequisites |
|
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
|
Title |
S-3B Fleet Replacement Pilot Category IV Pipeline |
|
CIN |
E-2A-1724 |
|
Model Manager |
VS-41 |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the refresher S-3B replacement pilot including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as an S-3B Pilot in a squadron environment. |
|
Location |
VS-41, NAS North Island |
|
Length |
26 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
1311 |
|
TTE/TD |
WST |
|
Prerequisites |
|
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
Note: Information on how many pilots receive training in each category was provided by the VS-41 Training Office and is as follows: 54% of the total pilots receive Pilot Category I, 9% receive Pilot Category II, 12% receive Pilot Category III, and 25% receive Pilot Category IV.
|
Title |
S-3B Fleet Replacement NFO Category I Pipeline |
|
CIN |
E-2D-1721 |
|
Model Manager |
VS-41 |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the initial S-3B replacement NFO training including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as an S-3B NFO in a squadron environment. |
|
Location |
VS-41, NAS North Island |
|
Length |
214 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
1321 |
|
TTE/TD |
|
|
Prerequisites |
|
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
|
Title |
S-3B Fleet Replacement NFO Category II Pipeline |
|
CIN |
E-2D-1722 |
|
Model Manager |
VS-41 |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the second tour S-3B replacement NFO including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as an S-3B NFO in a squadron environment. |
|
Location |
VS-41, NAS North Island |
|
Length |
133 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
1322 |
|
TTE/TD |
|
|
Prerequisites |
|
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
|
Title |
S-3B Fleet Replacement NFO Category III Pipeline |
|
CIN |
E-2D-1723 |
|
Model Manager |
VS-41 |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the advanced S-3B replacement NFO including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as an S-3B NFO in a squadron environment. |
|
Location |
VS-41, NAS North Island |
|
Length |
122 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
1321 |
|
TTE/TD |
|
|
Prerequisites |
|
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
|
Title |
S-3B Fleet Replacement NFO Category IV Pipeline |
|
CIN |
E-2D-1724 |
|
Model Manager |
VS-41 |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the senior level S-3B replacement NFO including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as an S-3B NFO in a squadron environment. |
|
Location |
VS-41, NAS North Island |
|
Length |
26 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
1321 |
|
TTE/TD |
|
|
Prerequisites |
|
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
Note: Information on how many NFOs receive training in each category was provided by the VS-41 Training Office and is as follows: 65% of the total NFOs receive NFO Category I, 20% receive NFO Category II, 10% receive NFO Category III, and 5% receive NFO Category IV.
|
Title |
S-3B Avionics Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-102-1728 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the first tour S-3B Aviation Electronics Technician (AT) personnel with sufficient skills and knowledge including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B avionics systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under direct supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
65 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AT 8847 |
|
TTE/TD |
|
|
Prerequisite |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
|
Title |
S-3B Avionics Systems (Career) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-102-1741 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the second tour S-3B AT personnel with detailed testing and troubleshooting including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as an S-3B avionics systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under limited supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
65 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AT 8347 |
|
TTE/TD |
S-3B Integrated Avionics Trainer (IAT) |
|
Prerequisite |
D/E-102-1728, S-3B Initial Avionics Systems Organizational Maintenance |
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, 274 and 279 |
|
Title |
S-3 Non-Designated Airman/Plane Captain |
|
CIN |
D/E-600-1700 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This track familiarizes prospective fleet squadron Non-Designated Airman personnel with sufficient skills and knowledge including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform as a Non-Designated Airman in an S-3B squadron environment. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
19 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
None |
|
TTE/TD |
S-3B Aircraft |
|
Prerequisite |
None |
|
Title |
S-3 Power Plants and Related Systems (Career) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-601-1710 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This course provides training to second tour S-3B Aviation Machinist Mate (AD) personnel with detailed testing and troubleshooting including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Power Plants and Related Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under limited supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
23 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AD 8346 |
|
TTE/TD |
|
|
Prerequisite |
D/E-601-1714, S-3 Initial Power Plants and Related Organizational |
|
Title |
S-3 Power Plants and Related Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-601-1714 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This course provides training to first tour S-3B AD personnel with sufficient skills and knowledge including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Power Plant and Related Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under direct supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
18 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AD 8847 |
|
TTE/TD |
|
|
Prerequisite |
C-601-2014, Aviation Machinist's Mate Turbojet Fundamentals Strand Class A1 |
|
Title |
S-3 Electrical/Instrument Systems (Career) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-602-1750 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the second tour S-3B Aviation Electricians Mate (AE) personnel with detailed testing and troubleshooting of the including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Electrical/Instrument Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under limited supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
46 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AE 8346 |
|
TTE/TD |
Too numerous to list. Refer to element IV.A.1. |
|
Prerequisite |
D/E-602-1752, S-3 Initial Electrical/Instrument Systems Organizational Maintenance |
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
|
Title |
S-3 Electrical/Instrument Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-602-1752 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the first tour S-3B AE personnel with sufficient skills and knowledge including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Electrical/Instrument Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under direct supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
33 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AE 8847 |
|
TTE/TD |
Too numerous to list. Refer to element IV.A.1. |
|
Prerequisite |
C-602-2039, Aviation Electrician's Mate O Level Strand Class A1 |
|
AFC/ECP ...... |
ECP 423, AFC 273, and AFC 279 |
|
Title |
S-3 Environmental Control, Miscellaneous Utilities, and Egress Systems (Career) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-602-1760 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the second tour S-3B Aviation Structural Mechanic Safety Equipment (AME) personnel with detailed testing and troubleshooting including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Environmental Control and Egress Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under limited supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
11 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AME 8346 |
|
TTE/TD |
Too numerous to list. Refer to element IV.A.1. |
|
Prerequisite |
D/E-602-1762, S-3 Initial Environmental Systems Organizational Maintenance |
|
Title |
S-3 Environmental Control, Miscellaneous Utilities, and Egress Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-602-1762 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the first tour S-3B AME personnel basic skills and knowledge including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Environmental Control and Egress Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under direct supervision |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
19 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AME 8847 |
|
TTE/TD |
Too numerous to list. Refer to element IV.A.1. |
|
Prerequisite |
C-602-2034, Aviation Structural Mechanic E (Safety Equipment) Egress Strand Class A1 |
|
Title |
S-3 Airframes and Hydraulic Systems (Career) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-602-1780 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This track provides the second tour S-3B Aviation Structural Mechanic (Hydraulics) (AMH) and Aviation Structural Mechanic (Structures) (AMS) personnel with sufficient skills and knowledge including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Airframe and Hydraulic Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under limited supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
26 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AMH, AMS 8346 |
|
TTE/TD |
Too numerous to list. Refer to element IV.A.1. |
|
Prerequisite |
D/E-602-1782, Initial Airframes and Hydraulic Systems Organizational Maintenance |
|
Title |
S-3 Airframes and Hydraulic Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-602-1782 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This track provides the first tour AMH and AMS personnel with an introduction to the S-3B including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Airframes and Hydraulic Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under direct supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
23 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AMH, AMS 8847 |
|
TTE/TD |
Too numerous to list. Refer to element IV.A.1. |
|
Prerequisite |
C-603-0176, Aviation Structural Mechanic (Structures and Hydraulics) Strand Class A1 |
|
Title |
S-3 Armament Systems (Career) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-646-1744 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This track provides the second tour Aviation Ordnanceman (AO) with detailed testing and troubleshooting of the S-3B including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Armament Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under limited supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
11 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AO 8347 |
|
TTE/TD |
Ordnance Trainer |
|
Prerequisite |
D/E-646-1746, S-3B Initial Armament Systems Organizational Maintenance |
|
Title |
S-3 Armament Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance |
|
CIN |
D/E-646-1746 |
|
Model Manager |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description |
This course provides training to the first tour AO personnel an introduction to the S-3B including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3B Armament Systems organizational maintenance in a squadron environment under direct supervision. |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
19 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AO 8847 |
|
TTE/TD |
Ordnance Trainer |
|
Prerequisite |
|
|
Title |
Miniature Electronics Repair |
|
CIN |
A-100-0072 |
|
Model Manager |
Fleet Training Center San Diego |
|
Description |
This course provides the AE and AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform Miniature Electronics intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision |
|
Locations |
|
|
Length |
26 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AE or AT 9527 |
|
TTE/TD |
Various miniature electronic circuit boards |
|
Prerequisite |
|
|
Title .................... |
Digital Data Link Communications Intermediate Maintenance Technician |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-102-6059 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1039 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform testing, troubleshooting, circuit analysis, and fault isolation of the Digital Data Link and Carrier Landing Systems including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform Digital Data Link Communications Equipment intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
33 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AT 6607 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Various digital data link components |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
AN/APS-116 Intermediate Maintenance Technician |
|
CIN ..................... |
E-102-6064 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform testing, troubleshooting, circuit analysis, and fault isolation of the AN/APS-116 Search Radar System including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform AN/APS-116 Search Radar and associated Peculiar Support Equipment intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Location ............ |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Length ................. |
100 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AT 6614 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Various AN/APS-116 Radar Components |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
UHF Communications Equipment Intermediate Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-102-6152 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1007 NAMTRAU Oceana |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform testing, troubleshooting, circuit analysis, and fault isolation of UHF Communications Equipment including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform UHF Communications Equipment intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
40 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AT 6611 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Control Radio Set C-9451, Frequency Channel Indicator ID-1972 and ID-1984, and Digital Converter |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
P-3 Magnetic Anomaly Detection (MAD) System Intermediate Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-130-9057 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1011 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform testing, troubleshooting, circuit analysis, and fault isolation of the P-3 Magnetic Anomaly Detection (MAD) Systems including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform P-3 Magnetic Anomaly Detection Equipment intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
38 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AT 6526 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
|
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
AN/ASM-608 Inertial Measurement Unit Test Set (IMUTS) Operation/Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-150-6010 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 3011 NAMTRAGRU DET Miramar |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AE and AT personnel sufficient knowledge and skills to perform testing, troubleshooting, circuit analysis, and fault isolation of Inertial Measuring Unit Equipment including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform Inertial Measuring Equipment intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
44 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AE or AT 7197 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Various Inertial Measurement Unit Components |
|
Prerequisites ........ |
Class A1 |
|
Title |
AN/USM-403 Hybrid Automatic Test Set (HATS) Operator |
|
CIN |
E-198-6004 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Description |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to operate the AN/USM-403 HATS including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to operate the AN/USM-403 HATS in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Location |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Length |
37 days |
|
RFT date |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier |
AT 6619 |
|
TTE/TD |
Various aircraft electronics equipment |
|
Prerequisites |
|
|
Title .................... |
AN/USM-429 Computerized Automatic Test Station (CAT-IIID) Operation/Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-198-6005 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 3010 NAMTRAU Oceana |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform testing, troubleshooting, circuit analysis, and fault isolation to WRA or SRAs to a defective component including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform WRA and SRA intermediate maintenance using the AN/USM-429 CAT-IIID Station in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
65 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AT 6686 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Various Electronic Equipment with associated TPS |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
S-3 Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) Systems Intermediate Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
E-198-6022 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform testing, troubleshooting, circuit analysis, and fault isolation of S-3 FLIR Systems including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform S-3 Forward Looking Infrared System Equipment intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Location ............ |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Length ................. |
53 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AT 6715 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Various FLIR components |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
AN/SSM-9 Video Test Station (VTS) Operator |
|
CIN ..................... |
E-198-6023 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to operate the AN/SSM-9 VTS to test and check Tactical Control Systems including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to operate the AN/SSM-9 VTS in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Location ............ |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Length ................. |
37 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AT 6713 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
AN/USH-42 MR/RS |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
AN/USM-484 Hybrid Test Set (HTS) Operation/ Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-198-6045 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1038 NAMTRAU Lemoore |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to operate the AN/USM-484 including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to operate the AN/USM-484 HTS in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
65 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AT 6688 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Various aircraft electronics equipment |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
Consolidated Automated Support System (CASS) Operator/Maintainer Intermediate Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-198-6102 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 3010 NAMTRAU Oceana |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AT personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform testing, troubleshooting, circuit analysis, and fault isolation to a WRA or SRAs to a defective component including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform WRA and SRA intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
72 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AT 6704 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Several different types of aircraft electronic equipment with associated TPSs |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-100-2017, Avionics Technician I Level Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
TF-34 Engine and Related Systems Intermediate Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
E-601-3010 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AD personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform TF-34 Engine First Degree Maintenance including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform TF-34 Engine and Related Systems intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Location ............ |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU North Island |
|
Length ................. |
38 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AD 6421 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
TF-34 Engine and Quick Engine Change (QEC) Kit |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-601-2014, Aviation Machinist's Mate Turbojet Fundamentals Strand Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
Air Refueling Store Model 31-301 Repair Technician |
|
CIN ..................... |
C-602-3084 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1037 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AE, AMH, AMS and AD personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform Air Refueling Store Model 31-301 maintenance including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform Air Refueling Store Model 31-301 intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
8 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AD, AE, AMS and AMH 8312 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Model SF-31-301 Air Refueling Store |
|
Prerequisites ........ |
|
|
Title .................... |
Hydraulic Components Intermediate Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-602-4008 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1007 NAMTRAU Oceana |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AMH personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform Hydraulic Components maintenance including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform Hydraulic Components intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
23 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AMH 7212 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Various Aircraft Hydraulic Components |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-603-0176, Aviation Structural Mechanic (Structures and Hydraulics) Strand Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
P-3 Automatic Flight Control System Intermediate Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-602-5032 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1036 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AE personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform P-3 AFCS maintenance including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform AFCS intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
30 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AE 71XX |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
AFCS components |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
|
Note: The S-3B Electrical System portion of the above track is going to be removed and a new track created for S-3B AFCS Intermediate Maintenance. This change will take effect upon approval of the new NEC. This information will be included in updates to this NTSP.
|
Title .................... |
Aircraft Sealed Instrument Intermediate Repair |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-602-5062 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1011 NAMTRAU Jacksonville |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AE personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform Aircraft Sealed Instrument maintenance including:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform Aircraft Sealed Instrument intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
44 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AE 7137 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
|
|
Prerequisite ........ |
|
|
Title .................... |
Airframes Intermediate Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-603-4007 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 1038 NAMTRAU Lemoore |
|
Description .......... |
This course provides AMS personnel with sufficient knowledge and skills to perform testing, troubleshooting, inspection, servicing, and repair of Advanced Composite Materials. This course includes:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform Advanced Composite Materials intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
29 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AMS 7232 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Various airframes components |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-603-0176, Aviation Structural Mechanic (Structures and Hydraulics) Strand Class A1 |
|
Title .................... |
Strike Armament Systems Intermediate Maintenance |
|
CIN ..................... |
D/E-646-7001 |
|
Model Manager ... |
MTU 4030 NAMTRAGRU DET Mayport |
|
Description .......... |
This track provides AO personnel with knowledge of the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) including;
Additionally this track provides instruction on:
Upon completion, the student will be able to perform Strike Armament Equipment intermediate maintenance in a shop environment with limited supervision. |
|
Locations ............ |
|
|
Length ................. |
65 days |
|
RFT date ............. |
Currently available |
|
Skill identifier ..... |
AO 6802 |
|
TTE/TD .............. |
Various strike armament systems |
|
Prerequisite ........ |
C-646-2012, Aviation Ordnanceman Airwing Strand Class A1 |
c. Student Profiles
|
SKILL IDENTIFIER |
PREREQUISITE SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS |
|
1311 |
|
|
1312 |
|
|
1321 |
|
|
1322 |
|
AD 6421, 8312, 8847 |
|
|
AD 8347 |
|
|
AE 8847 |
|
|
AE 8347 |
|
AE 7137, 7136, 7197, 8312, 9527 |
|
|
AME 8847 |
|
|
AME 8347 |
|
AMH 7232, 8847 |
|
|
AMH 8347 |
|
AMS 7232, 8847 |
|
|
AMS 8347 |
|
|
AMH 8312 |
|
AO 6802, 8847 |
|
|
AO 8347 |
|
|
AT 6556, 8847 |
|
|
AT 8347 |
|
AT 6526, 6607, 6611, 6614, 6619, 6659, 6686, 6688, 6704, 6713, 6715, 7137, 9527 |
|
d. Training Pipelines. S-3B training tracks are currently on-line. Modifications to the Pilot and NFO training tracks will be provided by VS-41 Training Office. Updates to training courses are lacking. Course updates for AFC 279 have not been received. Course updates for AFC 273 were received, but without much information. A course update for ECP 423 was received but with only a training improvement package.
I. ONBOARD (IN-SERVICE) TRAINING
1. Proficiency or Other Training Organic to the New Development
a. Maintenance Training Improvement Program. The Maintenance Training Improvement Program (MTIP) is used to establish an effective and efficient training system responsive to fleet training requirements. MTIP is a training management tool that, through diagnostic testing, identifies individual training deficiencies at the organizational and intermediate levels of maintenance. MTIP was implemented per OPNAVINST 4790.2 series. MTIP will be replaced by the Aviation Maintenance Training Continuum System (AMTCS). Current planning is for AMTCS to begin full implementation for fleet deployment in March 2001.
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 is planned to be 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 process. By capitalizing on technological advances and integrating systems and processes where appropriate, the right amount of training can be provided at the right time, thus meeting the Chief of Naval Operation's (CNO) mandated "just-in-time" training approach.
Technology investments enable the development of several state-of-the-art training and administrative tools: Computer-Based Training for the technicians in the Fleet 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 - Software Module (ASM) which provides testing [Test and Evaluation], recording [Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ)], 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 (MTL) data bank. These tools are procured and fielded with appropriate Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) hardware and software, i.e., Fleet Training Devices (FTD) - Laptops, Personal Computers, Electronic Classrooms (ECR), Learning Resource Centers (LRC), operating software, and network software and hardware.
Upon receipt of direction from OPNAV (N789H), AMTCS is 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. AMTCS implementation will begin with the F-14, E-2C, and all models F/A-18 aircraft. For more information on AMTCS refer to PMA205-3D3.
2. Personnel Qualification Standards. Aircrew Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) are used to ensure S-3B Aircraft aircrew proficiency. The PQS program for flight crew personnel is managed by the PQS Development Group (Code 34) of the Naval Education and Training Professional Development and Technology Center, Pensacola, Florida.
3. Other Onboard or In-service Training Packages. NA
J. LOGISTICS SUPPORT
1. Manufacturer and Contract Numbers
|
CONTRACT NUMBER |
MANUFACTURER |
ADDRESS |
|
N00421-95-D-0140 and N00019-92-G-0089 |
Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Systems |
86 South Cobb Drive Marietta, GA 30063 |
2. Program Documentation. The Integrated Logistics Support Plan (ILSP), number LR 29724-7, was updated in February 1989.
3. Technical Data Plan. An analysis of technical manual requirements was completed by the contractor. Photocopies of the manuals were available in October 1988, with delivery of hard copy manuals in January 1990. Technical Manual updates for AFC 261, 263, 266 and 284 have been completed. Technical Manual updates to AFCs 273 and 279 began in April 2000 and at this time are being developed. Technical Manual update of ECP 423 will begin in June 2001.
4. Test Sets, Tools, and Test Equipment. The following test equipment was developed to support the S-3B Aircraft: the AN/APM-373 Transmitter Test Set, AN/APM-438/469 Radar Test Set, and AN/SSM-9 Video Test Set. Additional equipment will be required for ECP 423, as well as AFCs 274 and 279. This information will be incorporated into future updates of this NTSP.
5. Repair Parts. Repair parts are procured through the normal supply channels from the Naval Inventory Control Point. The MSD was achieved in July 1990 and NSD was achieved in July 1993. Repair parts for ECP 423, as well as AFC 273, 274 and 279 are currently available in limited supplies. AFCs 261, 263, 265, 266, and 284 require no material changes.
6. Human Systems Integration. NA
K. SCHEDULES
1. Installation and Delivery Schedules. Beginning in FY95 and finishing in FY98, CCGs were installed in all S-3B aircraft. The GPS and AN/USH-42 modifications were concurrent installations that began in FY98 and were completed in August 2000. AFC 261 S-3B Flap Track Rib Reinforcement modification is complete. AFC 263 S-3B Fuel System Improvement is performed only when the fuel cell is open and will be completed in FY03. AFC 265 S-3B Flight Control System Refurbishment began in FY99 and is scheduled for completion in FY03. AFC 266 S-3B Horizontal Stabilizer Improvement modifications began in FY99 and are scheduled for completion in FY03. AFC 273 Digital Flight Data Computer upgrade began on the West Coast in May 2000 and is scheduled for completion in FY02. Computer Processor Memory Unit installation began in August 1999 and is scheduled for completion in September 2004. At the present time, AFC 274 is only funded for 65 aircraft. However, future plans indicate AFC 274 will be incorporated in all S-3B aircraft. AFC 279, CAINS II Upgrade, EGI Upgrade, and EFI Upgrade began in FY98 and are scheduled for completion in FY03. ECP 423 CIP Upgrade began in FY95 and is scheduled for completion in FY09. However, future plans indicate ECP 423 modification schedule will be accelerated. This information will be updated in future NTSPs.
AFC 279 CAINS II AIRCRAFT UPGRADE SCHEDULE
|
PREVIOUS FISCAL YEARS |
FY01 |
FY02 |
FY03 |
TOTAL |
|
39 |
32 |
32 |
9 |
112 |
AFC 284, the S-3B Reconfiguration and Modification to Non-ASW S-3B aircraft, began in FY99 and the installations were completed in FY00. During FY97 and FY98, four S-3B Aircraft were modified to employ the AGM-65F Infrared Maverick Missile. The Maverick modification kits were installed for fleet demonstration project purposes and are presently in the Research and Development (R&D) stage. The four prototype S-3Bs are currently being cross-decked from deployed squadron to deployed squadron. ECP 423 S-3B Communications Improvement Program, installations began in FY98 and are scheduled for completion in all S-3B aircraft by FY09. However, at the present time funding is only available through FY03. This information will be updated in future editions of this NTSP.
ECP 423, S-3B CIP AIRCRAFT UPGRADE SCHEDULE
|
PREVIOUS FISCAL YEARS |
FY01 |
FY02 |
FY03 |
TOTAL |
|
6 |
20 |
16 |
13 |
55 |
In addition, plans are currently underway to install Stand-Off Land Attack Missile (SLAM) Extended Range (ER) and Maverick capability in all S-3B aircraft. The Armament Control System (ARMCOS) will not be replaced by a new SMS but will be upgraded to accommodate new weapons and to protect against obsolescence. A new Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) will also be installed along with a new Low Probability Intercept Altimeter (LPIA) to replace the AN/APN-194 Altimeter. This is a form, fit, and function installation. These projects are currently in the R&D stage. This information will be updated in future updates of this NTSP.
2. Ready For Operational Use Schedule. The S-3B Aircraft are ready for operational use upon checkout after each ECP or AFC has been installed and inspected.
3. Time Required to Install at Operational Sites. AFCs 265, 266, 273, 279, and ECP 423 are installed at the depot level of maintenance as the aircraft are scheduled for periodic inspections. AFC 263 and 274 will be performed at the organizational level of maintenance.
4. Foreign Military Sales and Other Source Delivery Schedule. NA
5. Training Device and Delivery Schedule. To facilitate S-3B training, the S-3A 14B50 Tactics Trainer was modified to an S-3B 14B49A PTCM. The Surface Control, Wing Fold, and AFCS trainers were combined into one trainer for more effective training, the WST 2F92, and was upgraded to the S-3B configuration. In addition to these Training Devices (TD), new S-3B Ordnance (ORD) trainers and IATs have been delivered to MTU 1037; the ORD trainer and IATs at MTU 1036 were modified to the S-3B configuration. AFC 274 was incorporated into MTU 1036's IAT in July 2000, including the Vista Simulation Software installation. The IAT located at MTU 1037 is scheduled for completion in the third quarter of FY01. Updates to S-3B TDs required by ECP 423, as well as AFCs 273 and 279, will be addressed in future updates to this NTSP.
S-3B AIRCREW TRAINER MODIFICATION COMPLETION SCHEDULE AFC 279
|
TRAINER |
LOCATION |
MONTH/YEAR |
WST 2 |
Jacksonville |
Aug 00 |
WST 3 |
North Island |
Nov 00 |
PTCM 2 |
North Island |
Mar 01 |
WST 4 |
North Island |
May 01 |
PTCM 3 |
North Island |
Jun 01 |
WST 5 |
Jacksonville |
Nov 01 |
WST 1 |
North Island |
Aug 02 |
S-3B AIRCREW TRAINER MODIFICATION COMPLETION SCHEDULE ECP 423
|
TRAINER |
LOCATION |
MONTH/YEAR |
WST 3 |
North Island |
Sept 01 |
WST 2 |
Jacksonville |
Mar 02 |
PTCM 2 |
North Island |
Oct 02 |
WST 5 |
Jacksonville |
Oct 02 |
PTCM 3 |
North Island |
Jan 03 |
WST 4 |
North Island |
Mar 03 |
WST 1 |
North Island |
May 03 |
L. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT AND CONTRACTOR FURNISHED EQUIPMENT TRAINING REQUIREMENTS. NA
M. RELATED NTSPs AND OTHER APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
|
DOCUMENT OR NTSP TITLE |
DOCUMENT OR NTSP NUMBER |
PDA CODE |
STATUS |
|
AN/USM-636(V) Consolidated Automated Support System (CASS) NTSP |
A-50-8515C/D |
PMA260 |
Draft Dec 00 |
|
AN/USM-429(V)1 Computerized Automatic Tester [CAT-IIID(V)1] NTSP |
A-50-8709B/A |
PMA260 |
Approved May 99 |
|
AN/USM-467 Weapons Test Station RADCOM Navy Training Plan (NTP) |
A-50-8710A/A |
PMA260 |
Approved Jul 93 |
|
Advanced Composite Material Repair NTSP |
A-50-8404D/P |
PMA205 |
Proposed Dec 00 |
|
TS-3846/ASM-608(V) IMUTS III NTSP |
A-50-8116B/A |
PMA260 |
Approved Mar 00 |
|
AN/USM-484 (Hybrid Test System) HTS NTSP |
A-50-8708C/A |
PMA260 |
Approved Jun 99 |
|
Cable Harness Repair Or Manufacturing Equivalence Program NTSP |
A-50-8512B/A |
PMA260 |
Approved Oct 00 |
|
A/R/UGM-84D/F Harpoon Missile NTP |
A-50-8211B/A |
PMA258 |
Approved Sep 96 |
|
NAVSTAR Global Positioning System (GPS) User Equipment (UE) |
E-70-8215F |
PMW167-4 |
Final Jul 95 |
|
S-3 Integrated Logistics Support Plan (ILSP) |
LR 29724-7 |
PMA260 |
Updated Feb 89 |
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