DAFI90-1401 — Federal Advisory Committee Management Program

DAFI90-1401 governs the establishment, renewal, management, and support of Department of the Air Force-sponsored Federal Advisory Committees.

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  • Publication number: DAFI90-1401
  • Title: FEDERAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
  • Date: 2026-08-21

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DAFI90-1401 explains administration of the Federal Advisory Committee Management Program, including committee roles, membership appointments, renewals, charters, and ethics training. It requires coordination, documentation, personnel processing, records management, and timely action by designated officials.

Applies to: This publication applies to Department of the Air Force (DAF) civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, United States Space Force, and Air Force Reserve as well as civilians with a contractual obligation to abide by the terms of DAF issuances.

Topics covered

  • Federal Advisory Committee establishment
  • Committee membership appointments
  • Annual membership renewals
  • FAC charter renewals
  • Designated Federal Officer duties
  • Ethics orientation training
  • Committee records

Questions and answers

How often must DAF-sponsored FAC charters be renewed?

Ensuring DAF-sponsored FAC charters are renewed on time every two years.

When must new FAC members receive ethics orientation training?

Contact SAF/GCA within 15 calendar days of appointment to schedule required ethics orientation training for its new members, including information on proper handling of Financial Disclosure Reports.

What can a DFO do if the FAC is located outside Headquarters of the Air Force?

A DFO for the DAF-sponsored FAC that provides support from a location other than the Headquarters of the Air Force may contact the local DAF staff judge advocate within 15 business days of appointment to schedule ethics orientation training.

Who assists committee members with training or financial reporting questions?

SAF/GCA will assist committee members with any questions regarding training or financial reporting.

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