452AMWI21-136 — Crashed, Damaged Or Disabled Aircraft Recovery (cddar)

452AMWI21-136 governs installation-level procedures for crashed, damaged, or disabled aircraft recovery operations.

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  • Publication number: 452AMWI21-136
  • Title: CRASHED, DAMAGED OR DISABLED AIRCRAFT RECOVERY (CDDAR)
  • Date: 2026-05-12

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452AMWI21-136 covers CDDAR response, coordination, recovery and removal actions, including transient aircraft and off-base crash recovery. It requires procedures for safety, hazardous materials, equipment, personnel support and contact after normal duty hours.

Applies to: It applies to all base agencies assigned supporting emergency management duties under 452 AMW CEMP 10-2.

Topics covered

  • Aircraft recovery and removal
  • Transient aircraft recovery
  • Off-base crash recovery
  • Aircraft movement safety precautions
  • Hazardous material handling
  • Personal protective equipment
  • CDDAR team support
  • After-hours CDDAR contact

Questions and answers

Who is in charge at an aircraft incident until emergency response actions are completed?

The Incident Commander (IC), as determined by TO 00-80C-1 and DAFI 10-2501, is the person in charge at the incident until all emergency response actions are completed. (paragraph 2)

When can damaged incident aircraft or parts be moved?

Damaged incident aircraft, or any parts, will not be moved until authorized and directed by the ISB/SIB President or the wing Flight Safety Officer. (paragraph 6)

What must happen before ground handling activities around a disabled aircraft?

Before any ground handling activities take place on or around the aircraft, CDDAR personnel will ensure that it is properly stabilized to prevent movement or shifting. (paragraph 6)

What is required before dispatching the entire CDDAR team to an off-base crash site?

In coordination with the civilian Incident Commander, the CDDAR Team Chief will visit the site to review the situation to determine equipment requirements prior to dispatching the entire team. (paragraph 6)

What must happen to CDDAR team members during non-duty hours?

During non-duty hours, all CDDAR team members will report to the base immediately upon being notified. (paragraph 8)

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