DAFI11-209_AFGSCSUP — Participation In Aerial Events

DAFI11-209_AFGSCSUP governs Air Force Global Strike Command participation in aerial events, including static displays and approval requirements.

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  • Publication number: DAFI11-209_AFGSCSUP
  • Title: PARTICIPATION IN AERIAL EVENTS
  • Date: 2025-09-22

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The publication covers event approval authority, MAJCOM participation, aerial event procedures, aircraft security, anti-terrorist planning, coordination, and ordnance displays. Compliance with the publication and its attachments is mandatory, and waiver authorities are identified by tier numbers.

Applies to: (AFGSC) This supplement implements and extends the guidance of Department of the Air Force Instruction (DAFI) 11-209, Participation in Aerial Events, and applies to all Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) assigned units participating in aerial events (including static displays).

Topics covered

  • Aerial event approval authority
  • MAJCOM participation approval
  • Static display aircraft security
  • Anti-terrorist planning
  • Aircraft ordnance displays
  • Aerial event coordination

Questions and answers

What approval is required for an aerial demonstration involving an aircraft not covered in AFMAN 11-246?

If aerial demonstration is for an aircraft not covered in AFMAN 11-246, then MAJCOM/A3 (or equivalent) approval is required. (paragraph 9)

What must happen before other participation approvals?

MAJCOM participation approval occurs first.

Can live explosive items be displayed on static or public display aircraft?

Do not display, load, or install live explosive items on display aircraft. (paragraph 1-3)

What approval is required for non-certified munitions or configurations on static display aircraft?

The following is permitted on static display aircraft with Wing Weapons manager and Operations Group Commander approval: 1) munitions loaded in which the aircraft is not certified and 2) munitions loaded in a configuration not certified for flight. (paragraph 1-3)

What approval authority applies when support uses assets from the same installation?

If support by same installation assets then participation approval authority is Installation Commander. (paragraph 7)

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