INCIRLIKABI21-103 — Crash Damaged Or Disabled Aircraft Recovery (cddar) Program

INCIRLIKABI21-103 governs the crash damaged or disabled aircraft recovery program at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey.

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  • Publication number: INCIRLIKABI21-103
  • Title: CRASH DAMAGED OR DISABLED AIRCRAFT RECOVERY (CDDAR) PROGRAM
  • Date: 2023-07-07

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The publication covers emergency declarations, response responsibilities, aircraft recovery, safety, and coordination among responding agencies. It requires prompt information relay, controlled access to emergency sites, and specified support for geographically separated units.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all Air Force activities assigned or attached to the 39 ABW including active, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, and contracted activities tasked with conducting aircraft and equipment maintenance.

Topics covered

  • Aircraft recovery
  • Emergency declarations
  • Emergency response coordination
  • Aircraft emergency information
  • Emergency site access
  • Geographically separated unit support

Questions and answers

Who is primarily responsible for declaring an aircraft emergency?

The aircrew is primarily responsible for declaring ground or in-flight emergencies. (paragraph 2)

Who else can declare an aircraft emergency?

Emergencies may also be declared by 39 OSS/OSAT personnel or officials responsible for the operation of the aircraft. (paragraph 2)

What should someone do after becoming aware of an aircraft emergency?

Individuals who become aware of aircraft emergencies will use any means available to relay the necessary information to any agency capable of initiating emergency procedures. (paragraph 2)

What happens when response personnel need to approach an emergency or accident site?

Response personnel will not approach emergency or accident site until cleared by the Incident Commander (IC). Emergency and immediate lifesaving actions may preclude this restriction. (paragraph 1)

What radio equipment is required for response vehicles?

Required response vehicles will be equipped with Very High Frequency (VHF) radios. (paragraph 1)

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