AFI10-1002 — Joint Use Agreements For Military And Civilian Flying Facilities

AFI10-1002 governs joint use agreements for military and civilian flying facilities, including responsibilities, charges, and operating conditions.

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  • Publication number: AFI10-1002
  • Title: JOINT USE AGREEMENTS FOR MILITARY AND CIVILIAN FLYING FACILITIES
  • Date: 2018-08-08

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It covers civil use of military airfields, military use of civil airfields, cost sharing, dispute resolution, airfield management, and fire protection. It requires written agreements, defines responsibilities and payments, and addresses repairs, construction, termination, and changed circumstances.

Applies to: It applies to Air Force personnel at all levels who are involved with Air Force operations on public airports, including the Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard.

Topics covered

  • Joint use agreements
  • Civil use of military airfields
  • Military use of civil airfields
  • Allowable costs and cost sharing
  • Airfield management
  • Fire protection and crash rescue
  • Major repairs and new construction
  • Dispute resolution

Questions and answers

Who approves Air Force Joint Use Agreements?

All negotiated agreements must be submitted in writing to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force (Installations) for approval prior to signature by the concerned parties. (paragraph 2)

What does a Joint Use Agreement for military use of a civil airfield outline?

In these cases, a Joint Use Agreement will be negotiated with the civilian authority which outlines responsibilities, rights and applicable fees. (paragraph 1)

When is Government aircraft use of a civil airport considered substantial?

The total number of movements (counting each landing as a movement) of Government aircraft is 300 or more in a month. (paragraph 2)

What must the Authority do before closing a runway?

The (Authority) agrees that it will not close any runway on the airport without prior coordination with the Government except in an emergency situation. (paragraph 5)

What notice is required for joint use construction or repair projects?

The Authority shall notify the Government in writing (“Construction/Repair Notice”) ninety (90) days in advance of any Joint Use Projects or any notable maintenance, repair, planning, or construction actions that may impact government aircraft operation to the extent allowable. (paragraph 9)

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