AFRCMD025 — Red Horse Squadrons

AFRCMD025 governs the mission, command relationships, and responsibilities of Air Force Reserve Command RED HORSE Squadrons.

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  • Publication number: AFRCMD025
  • Title: RED HORSE SQUADRONS
  • Date: 2023-06-02

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It describes RED HORSE capabilities, contingency facilities and infrastructure missions, and command oversight. It assigns commander responsibilities and prohibits supplementation or further implementation.

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

Topics covered

  • RED HORSE missions
  • Heavy construction capabilities
  • Contingency facilities and infrastructure
  • Command relationships
  • Remote beddown planning
  • Explosive demolition
  • Quarry operations

Questions and answers

What is the primary mission of RED HORSE Squadrons?

The primary mission of RED HORSE Squadrons is to assess, plan and establish contingency facilities/infrastructure to support humanitarian/contingency operations and combat missions. (paragraph 1)

What activities do RED HORSE Squadrons perform?

Activities include rapid assessment/repair, bare-base development, and heavy construction operations such as runways, aircraft parking ramps, and large facilities. (paragraph 1)

What special capabilities do RED HORSE Squadrons possess?

RED HORSE Squadrons possesses special capabilities such as remote beddown planning, explosive demolition, quarry operations, material testing, concrete and asphalt paving, and expedient facility construction. (paragraph 1)

How are requests for waivers submitted?

Submit requests for waivers through the chain of command to the publication OPR for non-tiered compliance items.

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