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310th FS To Expand Forward Air Controller Training

March 24, 2004 (by Eric L. Palmer) - Combat air forces are clamoring for forward air control (airborne)-capable pilots. These pilots are known as FAC-As. The 310th Fighter Squadron at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, runs the only schoolhouse for F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots training to become FAC-As.
According to an article in Air Force News Service each class lasts five weeks and includes a 12-ride program that tests technical knowledge and piloting skills. The school graduates 13 classes of pilots annually.


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