AFRCMD031 — Strategic Airlift Squadrons

AFRCMD031 governs the mission, command relationships, and responsibilities of Air Force Reserve Command Strategic Airlift Squadrons.

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  • Publication number: AFRCMD031
  • Title: STRATEGIC AIRLIFT SQUADRONS
  • Date: 2023-02-16

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It describes strategic airlift operations, including the movement of passengers, cargo, forces, and materiel. It also sets reporting and administrative-control requirements and assigns oversight and execution of the Strategic Airlift mission.

Applies to: This mission directive applies to individuals assigned to HQ AFRC and subordinate units.

Topics covered

  • Strategic airlift mission
  • Strategic Airlift Squadron command
  • Aircraft transport and delivery
  • Passenger and cargo movement
  • Combat employment and resupply
  • Aeromedical evacuation
  • Special operations support

Questions and answers

What mission does AFRCMD031 assign to Strategic Airlift Squadrons?

Provides Airmen to conduct strategic inter/intra theater operations to meet Combatant Commander requirements. (paragraph 1)

What are Strategic Airlift Squadrons required to provide?

Provides operational aircraft ready to transport and deliver forces and materiel through the air. (paragraph 1)

Who does the Strategic Airlift Squadron Commander report to?

Reports to their assigned Operations Group Commander. (paragraph 2)

What administrative authority does the Strategic Airlift Squadron Commander exercise?

Exercises administrative control over assigned personnel. (paragraph 2)

What responsibility is assigned for the Strategic Airlift mission?

Provides oversight and execution of the Strategic Airlift mission. (paragraph 3)

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