8FWI36-2502 — Senior Airman Below-the Zone (btz) Procedures

8FWI36-2502 governs Senior Airman Below-the-Zone promotion procedures for units and staff agencies under the 8th Fighter Wing.

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• Publication number: 8FWI36-2502
• Title: SENIOR AIRMAN BELOW-THE ZONE (BTZ) PROCEDURES
• Date: 2026-03-11

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The publication covers BTZ eligibility, nomination packages, selection boards, promotion recommendations, alternates, and removal procedures. It requires records created through its processes to be maintained and disposed of under specified Air Force records-management authorities.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all units and staff agencies that fall under the 8th Fighter Wing.

Topics covered

• BTZ eligibility
• Nomination packages
• Central Base Board
• Promotion recommendations
• Selection board minutes
• BTZ selectee removal
• Alternates for promotion

Questions and answers

Who convenes the Senior Airman Below-the-Zone promotion process?

Serve as the convening authority for the SrA BTZ promotion process. (paragraph 1)

Can the 8th Fighter Wing Commander issue fewer BTZ promotions than the full quota?

The 8th Fighter Wing Commander (8 FW/CC) formally approves/disapproves selection board recommendations and may elect not to issue the full quota of promotions. (paragraph 1)

What happens if nomination packages are submitted after the MPF suspense date?

Submissions beyond the MPF suspense date will not be provided to the CBB. (paragraph 1)

Which Airmen must units consider for BTZ promotion?

Units will consider all individuals meeting Time in Grade (TIG) and Time in Service (TIS) requirements, even if they are Temporary Duty (TDY) or on leave. (paragraph 1)

Must Airmen who have departed or are projected to depart a unit still be considered for BTZ promotion?

Airmen who are projected or may have already departed your unit, are still required to be considered for BTZ promotion. (paragraph 1)

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