DAFMAN13-204V2_ANGSUP — Airfield Management

DAFMAN13-204V2_ANGSUP governs procedures for turning off affected airfield lighting systems and managing related aviation notifications.

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  • Publication number: DAFMAN13-204V2_ANGSUP
  • Title: AIRFIELD MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 2026-03-04

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It identifies waiver authorities and limits for leaving airfield lighting systems on. It also addresses instrument procedure impacts, NOTAMs, and restrictions on civil aircraft and other DoD operations.

Applies to: It applies to all Air National Guard (ANG) organizations (to include contracted locations) who operate or administer functions and facilities for airfield operations until further notice.

Topics covered

  • Affected airfield lighting systems
  • Airfield lighting waivers
  • Instrument procedures
  • NOTAMs
  • Unlit obstructions and obstacles
  • Civil aircraft operations

Questions and answers

Who can waive the requirement to turn off an airfield lighting system for up to 24 hours?

The Installation Commander (Senior Airfield Authority if different than the Installation Commander at Joint Base locations) is the waiver authority for leaving the airfield lighting system on for a period not to exceed 24 hours.

Who approves leaving the airfield lighting system on for more than 24 hours?

The respective MAJCOM/A3 is the waiver authority for periods greater than 24 hours.

Are civil aircraft operations allowed when the airfield lighting system remains on under a waiver?

Civil aircraft operations are prohibited; flying units which do not fall under the purview of the Installation Commander and/or MAJCOM/A3 are prohibited; other DoD components are prohibited unless approved by their respective waiver authority.

Who determines the impact on instrument procedures when affected lighting is turned off?

Notify TERPs to determine impact to instrument procedures, send NOTAMs accordingly. (paragraph 4)

What must NOTAMs for unlit obstructions or obstacles contain?

NOTAMs pertaining to unlit obstructions/obstacles must contain specific attributes outlined in Federal Aviation Administration Order (FAAO) JO 7930.2, 5-2-3. OBSTACLES, Items 5- 10. (paragraph 5)

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