EGLINAFBMAN91-202 — Designation Of Explosive Loaded Aircraft Parking Areas, Load/unload Areas And Arm/de-arm Areas

EGLINAFBMAN91-202 governs explosive-loaded aircraft parking, load/unload areas, and arm/dearm areas at Eglin AFB and Duke Field.

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  • Publication number: EGLINAFBMAN91-202
  • Title: DESIGNATION OF EXPLOSIVE LOADED AIRCRAFT PARKING AREAS, LOAD/UNLOAD AREAS AND ARM/DE-ARM AREAS
  • Date: 2026-06-10

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It covers notification requirements, fire symbols, lightning procedures, hazard classifications, aircraft separation, and weapons load crew training. It requires compliance with explosive safety requirements and limits operations at designated aircraft areas.

Applies to: It applies to all activities assigned, attached, TDY or tenant that handle or transport explosives to include Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, and Civil Air Patrol.

Topics covered

  • Explosive-loaded aircraft parking
  • Munitions loading and unloading areas
  • Arm/dearm areas
  • Lightning watch and warning procedures
  • Aircraft separation distances
  • Hazard classifications
  • Weapons load crew training
  • Hung gun and ordnance areas

Questions and answers

Who must be notified when explosive aircraft loading is complete?

All aircraft units assigned or TDY to Eglin AFB and Duke Field, Maintenance Operations Centers (MOC) will be notified of munitions deliveries and when aircraft loading is complete; and will be given the aircraft tail number, parking location, and hazard class/division of the explosives loaded. (paragraph 3)

When is a lightning watch in effect for explosives operations?

A lightning watch will be in effect 30 minutes prior to thunderstorms being within a five nautical mile (nm) radius of the center of the installation airfield or coordinated location. (paragraph 5)

What happens to explosives operations during a lightning watch?

Initiate controlled termination procedures for all explosives operations at outdoor locations equipped with a Lightning Protection System (LPS), at locations (outdoor and indoor) not equipped with an LPS, and at facilities containing exposed explosives, explosive dust, or explosive vapor. (paragraph 5)

What personnel may handle explosives?

Only qualified/certified personnel are permitted to install, remove, or handle explosives. (paragraph 8)

How much can be loaded or unloaded at designated aircraft parking spots?

The quantity being loaded/unloaded is limited to one aircraft load. (paragraph 9)

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