EIELSONAFBI32-1003 — Exterior Sign Standards

EIELSONAFBI32-1003 governs the design, construction, placement, and approval of exterior signs on Eielson Air Force Base.

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  • Publication number: EIELSONAFBI32-1003
  • Title: EXTERIOR SIGN STANDARDS
  • Date: 2015-11-18

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It sets procedures for submitting sign requests, assigning approval and installation responsibilities, and selecting sign types. It requires facility identification, limits exterior signage, and establishes standards for signs, materials, placement, and lettering.

Applies to: Compliance with this instruction is mandatory and applies to all organizations and units on Eielson AFB, to include GSUs, the Alaska Air National Guard, and Joint Service Units.

Topics covered

  • Exterior sign approval
  • Traffic control devices
  • Facility numbering and addressing
  • Facility identification
  • Exterior sign placement
  • Sign colors and materials
  • Architectural standards

Questions and answers

How must requests for exterior signs be submitted?

Requests for exterior signs, including traffic control devices, must be submitted on AF Form 332, Base Civil Engineer Work Request, to the 354 CES Customer Service desk (354 CES/CEOER, 2310 Central Ave, Eielson AFB AK 99702-2225). (paragraph 3)

Who can purchase, manufacture, or install exterior signs on Eielson AFB?

No other wing or tenant organization is authorized to purchase/manufacture/install exterior signs on Eielson AFB. (paragraph 3)

What minimum identification must facilities display from the street?

Depending on usage and traffic volume, each facility shall have as a minimum the facility number displayed on each side of the building that faces a street. (paragraph 4)

Are super-graphics or shields painted on facility exteriors allowed?

Super-graphics or shields painted on facility exteriors are prohibited . (paragraph 4)

What color and material must facility number signs use?

Facilities will be identified with brown metal signage, affixed to the facility exterior walls, displaying the facility number in white. (paragraph 5)

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