18WGI21-103 — Crash, Damaged Or Disabled Aircraft Recovery (cddar) Program

18WGI21-103 governs the Crashed, Damaged, Disabled Aircraft Recovery (CDDAR) Program and recovery of crashed and disabled aircraft.

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  • Publication number: 18WGI21-103
  • Title: CRASH, DAMAGED OR DISABLED AIRCRAFT RECOVERY (CDDAR) PROGRAM
  • Date: 2025-04-22

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18WGI21-103 establishes the CDDAR mission for returning Kadena AB to operational status after a mishap, while addressing runway reopening, aircraft protection, evidence preservation and personnel safety. It assigns program duties and specifies crash recovery vehicles, equipment, staffing and equipment sourcing.

Applies to: This instruction applies to maintenance activities within the 18th Wing.

Topics covered

  • CDDAR mission objectives
  • Crash Recovery Team staffing
  • Airfield driving certification
  • Crash recovery vehicles
  • Aircraft recovery equipment
  • Crash trailers and PPE
  • Equipment sourcing from Okinawa installations

Questions and answers

What is the mission of the CDDAR Program?

The Crashed, Damaged, Disabled Aircraft Recovery (CDDAR) Program is established to recover damaged or disabled aircraft in minimum time to return Kadena AB to operational status as soon as possible after a mishap. (paragraph 1)

How many members must be in the Crash Recovery Team?

Provide a Crash Recovery Team (CRT) of at least three members from the R&R Section to respond to aircraft emergencies. (paragraph 3)

When can CDDAR personnel approach an emergency aircraft?

EMS CRT personnel will not approach an emergency aircraft until cleared by the on-scene Senior Fire Official (SFO). (paragraph 3)

What certification must CDDAR team personnel have for airfield driving?

Ensure that all CRT personnel are trained and certified to drive on the airfield IAW AFI 13-213, Airfield Driving, Kadena AB Supplement. (paragraph 3)

How often must crash recovery emergency response vehicles be inspected?

Crash recovery emergency response vehicles will be inspected daily by the on-coming shift for verification of response capability and will be documented on the AF Form 1800, Operator's Inspection Guide and Trouble Report. (paragraph 3)

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