scope:

General. 

The purpose of the aircrew Stan/Eval program is to provide commanders a tool to validate aircrew readiness and the effectiveness of unit flying, including documentation of individual aircrew member qualifications and capabilities.

Aircrew includes the total complement of rated (pilots, navigators, combat systems operators (CSOs), air battle managers, and flight surgeons), career enlisted aviators (1AXXX Air Force Specialty Codes), and nonrated aircrew personnel (K-, Q-, or X-prefixed Air Force Specialty Code) responsible for the safe ground and flight operation of the aircraft and onboard systems, or for airborne duties essential to accomplishment of the aircraft's mission. See also AFPD 11-4, Aviation Service. 

Includes members in initial formal training for immediate assignment to an authorized operational flying position. 

This program is not required for cadets participating in US Air Force Academy (USAFA) airmanship programs.