COLUMBUSAFBI21-102 — Crashed, Damaged, Or Disabled Aircraft Recovery (cddar)

COLUMBUSAFBI21-102 governs crashed, damaged, or disabled aircraft recovery procedures, responsibilities, training, exercises, and equipment at Columbus AFB.

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  • Publication number: COLUMBUSAFBI21-102
  • Title: CRASHED, DAMAGED, OR DISABLED AIRCRAFT RECOVERY (CDDAR)
  • Date: 2024-02-07

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The instruction establishes the CDDAR program for recovering damaged or disabled aircraft and reopening runways while preventing secondary damage and preserving mishap evidence. It requires official release before recovery, annual training and exercises, qualified personnel, and inspected recovery equipment.

Applies to: It applies to all military, civilians, and contractors working near aircraft, munitions, AGE, engines, or components.

Topics covered

  • CDDAR procedures
  • Disabled aircraft recovery
  • Aircraft runway and taxiway removal
  • CDDAR training
  • CDDAR exercises
  • Recovery equipment requirements
  • Explosive Ordnance Disposal support

Questions and answers

When can aircraft recovery operations begin?

Under no circumstances will recovery operations begin until this release has been granted. (paragraph 4)

Who must approve aircraft removal or recovery operations?

The aircraft maintenance contractor’s CDDAR team chief must gain prior approval from the IC prior to conducting aircraft removal/recovery operations. (paragraph 4)

What happens before anyone approaches an aircraft during an emergency?

Until IC releases the aircraft, no one will approach the aircraft without direction from the IC. (paragraph 4)

How quickly must a recalled crash recovery team arrive?

When recalled outside duty hours, the assigned team will have two (2) hours to arrive following the notification to report. (paragraph 2)

How often must CDDAR exercises be conducted?

An annual CDDAR exercise will be conducted for all assigned MDS. (paragraph 9)

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