KIRTLANDAFBI34-501 — Kirtland Air Force Base Honor Guard Program

KIRTLANDAFBI34-501 governs the purpose and operation of the Honor Guard team at Kirtland Air Force Base, including its program and activities.

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  • Publication number: KIRTLANDAFBI34-501
  • Title: KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE HONOR GUARD PROGRAM
  • Date: 2016-03-25

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It establishes Honor Guard team structure, flight rotations, ceremonial weapon handling, training, uniforms, and special considerations. It requires contracts for selectees, training for members who handle weapons, and mandatory training sessions during active weeks.

Applies to: It applies to all AF units assigned to KAFB.

Topics covered

  • Honor Guard team structure
  • Ceremonial weapons
  • Flight rotations
  • Honor Guard training
  • Ceremonial uniforms
  • Detail points
  • Air Force Achievement Medal eligibility

Questions and answers

How long are Honor Guard members under contract?

Individuals who join the HG are under contract for a minimum of one (1) year, which will be rounded up to the quarter. (paragraph 1)

What training is required for members who handle Honor Guard weapons?

Each member who is required to handle weapons will receive proper training in accordance with AFI 31-207, Arming and Use of Force by Air Force Personnel, and AFI 36-2654. (paragraph 1)

How long is an active Honor Guard flight rotation?

The flight will consist of 12 or more members and will be active for a period of one week, starting at midnight on Sunday, and ending at midnight the following Sunday. (paragraph 4)

When must active flight members report to the Honor Guard NCOIC?

During this seven-day rotation, each member of the flight is required to report to the HG NCOIC each morning at 0800. (paragraph 4)

How often must Honor Guard flights conduct mandatory training?

Each flight will hold mandatory training sessions at least three days during the active week at which every flight member must be present. (paragraph 5)

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