Observer's Handbook
The primary technical reference for astronomers to submit a proposal to SOFIA; provides an in-depth review of each instrument's capabilities and observation techniques.
Observer's Handbook for Cycle 10
Observer's Handbook for Cycle 9
Observer's Handbook for Cycle 8
Observer's Handbook for Cycle 7
Observer's Handbook for Cycle 6
Observer's Handbook for Cycle 5
Observer's Handbook for Cycle 4
USPOT Manual
Non-cycle specific instructions for submitting proposals with the Unified SOFIA Proposal and Observation Tool (USPOT).
Call for Proposals
Overview of the specified cycle, including offered instrumentation, available modes of operation, southern deployment, and notable changes from previous cycles.
Cycle 10 SOFIA Legacy Program Call for Proposals
Cycle 9 SOFIA Legacy Program Call for Proposals
Cycle 8 SOFIA Legacy Program and Archival Research Program Call for Proposals
Cycle 7 SOFIA Legacy Program Call for Proposals
Basic Science Call for Proposals
SOFIA Archival Research Program Call for Proposals (with Cycle 8 Legacy Call for Proposals)
SOFIA Archival Research Program 2nd Call for Proposals
SOFIA Archival Research Program 3rd Call for Proposals