ELLSWORTHAFBI36-2502 — Airman Promotion/demotion Programs

ELLSWORTHAFBI36-2502 governs the Senior Airman Below-the-Zone Program, including eligibility, quotas, boards, scoring, and supplemental consideration.

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  • Publication number: ELLSWORTHAFBI36-2502
  • Title: AIRMAN PROMOTION/DEMOTION PROGRAMS
  • Date: 2024-06-05

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The publication establishes local requirements for one-time promotion consideration for exceptionally qualified Airmen First Class. It sets procedures for Central Base Boards, large unit boards, scoring, tie-breaking, removal from the select list, and supplemental consideration.

Applies to: This supplement applies to all organizations assigned or attached to the 28th Bomb Wing (28 BW).

Topics covered

  • Senior Airman Below-the-Zone promotion
  • Eligibility and quotas
  • Central Base Board procedures
  • Large unit board procedures
  • Records scoring procedures
  • Tie-breaking procedures
  • Supplemental consideration

Questions and answers

Does time in service and time in grade alone qualify an Airman for BTZ consideration?

CCs are advised that eligibility based on TIS and TIG alone does not entitle an Airman to BTZ consideration. (paragraph 2)

Must all eligible Airmen be notified of BTZ consideration?

All eligibles must be notified of their consideration, however it does not mean they must be nominated. (paragraph 2)

How many Senior Enlisted Leaders must serve on a small-unit CBB?

At a minimum, the board will consist of four Senior Enlisted Leaders (SEL). (paragraph 6)

What documents must large units include in selection folders?

Units are responsible for preparing selection folders for nominees to include, at a minimum, computer-generated SrA BTZ RIP, AF Form 1206, current fitness score sheet, and decoration citation(s). (paragraph 7)

How are BTZ nominee scores assigned?

Board members independently assign a score of 6 to 10 to each nominee in each category using 0.5 increments. (paragraph 8)

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