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This instruction provides Air Force policy and guidance for managing the Lt Col-and- below aircrew force (Pilots, Combat Systems Officers [CSOs], Weapon Systems Officers [WSOs], Electronic Warfare Officers [EWOs], Air Battle Managers [ABMs], Remotely Piloted Aircraft [RPA] Pilots, Career Enlisted Aviators [CEAs], Flight Surgeons, and personnel with an X-prefix on their Air Force Specialty Code (ADSC) designator. It lays out the Air Force's approach to Aircrew Management, assigns responsibilities, and details processes and methodologies. (Note: Unless otherwise stated in this AFI, 'Combat Systems Operator' or 'CSO' includes navigator, CSO, WSO, and EWO.)