DAFI90-802_ELLSWORTHAFBSUP — Risk Management

DAFI90-802_ELLSWORTHAFBSUP governs Department of the Air Force risk management and its integration throughout the department.

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  • Publication number: DAFI90-802_ELLSWORTHAFBSUP
  • Title: Risk Management
  • Date: 2026-06-18

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The publication covers risk management principles, goals, foundations, applications, organizational roles, and risk management integration. It requires risk management program requirements for flight operations and provides guidance on using the AF Form 4437, Deliberate Risk Assessment Worksheet.

Applies to: This publication applies to all DAF civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, the Air National Guard, the United States Space Force (USSF), and those with a contractual obligation to abide by the terms of DAF publications.

Topics covered

  • Risk management principles
  • Risk management goals
  • Risk management foundations
  • Flight operations
  • Real-Time Risk Management
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • AF Form 4437

Questions and answers

What assistance does DAF risk management provide to leaders?

DAF RM also assists leaders in identifying and controlling hazards to make informed decisions.

What guidance does Chapter 5 provide?

The new Chapter 5, Risk Management Application and Integration, was added to provide more guidance on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks. (paragraph 90-161)

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