AFI13-213_AFRCSUP_439AWSUP — Airfield Driving

AFI13-213_AFRCSUP_439AWSUP governs safe vehicle and equipment operations on airfield ramps, taxiways, and runways.

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  • Publication number: AFI13-213_AFRCSUP_439AWSUP
  • Title: AIRFIELD DRIVING
  • Date: 2024-10-25

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The publication covers airfield driving procedures, training standards, runway incursion prevention, color vision testing, vehicle passes, escorts, and AF Form 483 certification. It requires training, testing, approval for controlled movement area and runway access, and procedures for reporting violations and managing driving privileges.

Applies to: The requirements set forth in this instruction apply to all units and personnel assigned, attached, or temporary duty to WARB, including all military, civil service, contractor and vendor personnel.

Topics covered

  • Airfield vehicle operations
  • Runway incursion prevention
  • Color vision testing
  • Controlled Movement Area procedures
  • Vehicle operator requirements
  • Escort procedures
  • AF Form 483 certification

Questions and answers

Who does AFI13-213_AFRCSUP_439AWSUP apply to at Westover Air Reserve Base?

The requirements set forth in this instruction apply to all units and personnel assigned, attached, or temporary duty to WARB, including all military, civil service, contractor and vendor personnel.

What approval is required before entering a runway or controlled movement area?

I am also fully aware that no vehicle or pedestrian shall enter a runway or other controlled movement area without approval from the Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT). (paragraph 1-7)

What happens when base driving privileges are suspended or revoked?

Upon the suspension or revocation of base driving privileges, only the installation or Mission Support Group Commander may authorize reinstatement of airfield driving privileges to perform critical mission essential duties. (paragraph 1-6)

What must the trainee demonstrate to operate a vehicle on the airfield?

I certify that the above trainee has successfully completed all training requirements to operate a vehicle on airfield. (paragraph 1-7)

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