AFRCMD010 — Aerial Port Squadrons

AFRCMD010 governs the mission, command relationships, and responsibilities of Air Force Reserve Aerial Port Squadrons.

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  • Publication number: AFRCMD010
  • Title: AERIAL PORT SQUADRONS
  • Date: 2023-05-30

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It describes aerial port support for the airlift movement of cargo, mail, and passengers during humanitarian efforts, exercises, contingencies, and emergencies. It requires compliance and assigns command and management duties for the aerial port mission.

Applies to: This Mission Directive applies to individuals assigned to HQ AFRC.

Topics covered

  • Aerial port squadron mission
  • Airlift movement of cargo, mail and passengers
  • Aerial port squadron command
  • Administrative control over assigned forces
  • Aerial port mission management
  • Rapid Global Mobility operations

Questions and answers

What does an AFR Aerial Port Squadron provide?

AFR Aerial Port Squadron provide trained, combat ready citizen airman personnel and equipment in direct support for the airlift movement of cargo, mail and passengers during worldwide humanitarian efforts, exercises, contingencies, and emergencies to support Rapid Global Mobility operations directed by the Department of Defense. (paragraph 1)

Who does the Aerial Port Squadron Commander report to?

Reports to their assigned AFRC Airlift Group, Mission Support Group or Regional Support Group Commander. (paragraph 2)

What administrative authority does the Aerial Port Squadron Commander exercise?

Exercises administrative control over assigned forces. (paragraph 2)

What commander responsibilities must the Aerial Port Squadron execute?

Execute commander’s responsibilities as outlined in AFI 1-2, Commander’s Responsibilities. (paragraph 3)

Who provides management and oversight for the aerial port mission?

Provides management and oversight for the execution of the aerial port mission. (paragraph 3)

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