What is AFI17-213?
AFI17-213 refers to the Air Force Instruction that provides guidance for Warfighting Integration Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Resource Management.

What does AFI17-213 cover?
AFI17-213 covers the policies, processes, and procedures related to SATCOM resource management within the Air Force.

Who does AFI17-213 apply to?
AFI17-213 applies to all Air Force personnel involved in the management, acquisition, utilization, and support of SATCOM resources.

What is the purpose of AFI17-213?
The purpose of AFI17-213 is to establish standardized guidelines and responsibilities for effective SATCOM resource management to support warfighting operations.

What are the key objectives of AFI17-213?
The key objectives of AFI17-213 include ensuring efficient utilization of SATCOM resources, enhancing interoperability with joint and coalition partners, optimizing cost-effectiveness, and promoting coordination among various SATCOM stakeholders.

How does AFI17-213 address resource allocation?
AFI17-213 provides guidance for resource allocation through a coherent process involving SATCOM demand management, satellite access planning, frequency utilization, and resource optimization.

What is the role of SATCOM resource managers?
SATCOM resource managers are responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing SATCOM resources to fulfill operational requirements, maintain system availability, and meet mission needs.

Can SATCOM resources be used for non-military purposes?
SATCOM resources are primarily dedicated to supporting military operations; however, limited use for non-military purposes may be authorized under specific circumstances, subject to resource availability and higher authority approvals.

What actions are required for SATCOM sustainability?
SATCOM sustainability requires regular monitoring, analysis, and reporting of SATCOM resources usage, assessing system performance, implementing maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.