CANNONAFBI34-160 — Wing Honor Guard Program

CANNONAFBI34-160 governs planning, training, duties, participation standards, and Honor Guard operations at Cannon Air Force Base.

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  • Publication number: CANNONAFBI34-160
  • Title: WING HONOR GUARD PROGRAM
  • Date: 2025-07-17

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It establishes procedures for Honor Guard functions, tours of duty, training, duty schedules, uniforms, recognition, and standby assignments. It also covers handling, transportation, and storage of operational quantities of live blank ammunition used in base Honor Guard operations.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all personnel assigned to the Cannon AFB Honor Guard and all agencies supported by or supporting the Cannon AFB Honor Guard and will be available for reference during all ammunition handling, transportation, and storage operations.

Topics covered

  • Honor Guard flight leadership
  • Honor Guard tour of duty
  • Initial training
  • Duty schedules and standby rotations
  • Excused duty
  • Ceremonial uniforms
  • Recognition and decorations
  • Small arms ammunition and weapons

Questions and answers

How long must a Cannon AFB Honor Guard member remain assigned?

Each member is required to remain assigned to the Cannon AFB Honor Guard for a minimum of 12 months. (paragraph 5)

What does initial Honor Guard training include?

Initial training for all new members will consist of a 10-day training program. This training will cover all aspects of standing manual instructions, drill, rifle movements, and all other Honor Guard duties to include wear of the ceremonial uniform.

What are the Honor Guard duty hours?

Duty hours are 0800 – 1630, Monday – Friday, and on call Saturday and Sunday. (paragraph 7)

Who must request that a member be excused from Honor Guard duty?

The member’s immediate supervisor must request permission for individuals to be excused from attending any Honor Guard detail or practice for any reason. (paragraph 8)

When is the standby flight used?

The flight in their STANDBY rotation will be utilized for the following reasons, (1) to provide for two or more funeral requests with conflicting dates and times, (2) to fulfill any active-duty funeral, and (3) to support the ON-FLIGHT if manning goes below the minimum requirement for detail support. (paragraph 9)

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