18WGI21-103 governs the Crashed, Damaged, Disabled Aircraft Recovery (CDDAR) Program and recovery of crashed and disabled aircraft.
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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.
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)
Provide a Crash Recovery Team (CRT) of at least three members from the R&R Section to respond to aircraft emergencies. (paragraph 3)
EMS CRT personnel will not approach an emergency aircraft until cleared by the on-scene Senior Fire Official (SFO). (paragraph 3)
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)
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)