LITTLEROCKAFBI31-105 — Military Customs Program (excepted)

LITTLEROCKAFBI31-105 governs the customs, agriculture, and health quarantine inspection program at Little Rock AFB.

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  • Publication number: LITTLEROCKAFBI31-105
  • Title: MILITARY CUSTOMS PROGRAM (EXCEPTED)
  • Date: 2024-09-26

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It covers inbound aircraft pre-announcement, Military Customs Inspector-Excepted response, regulated garbage removal, and inspection procedures. It requires annual training, aircraft notifications, clearance actions, and regulated garbage controls.

Applies to: This instruction applies to the 19th Airlift Wing, 314th Airlift Wing, 189th Airlift Wing and all other tenant units and personnel requesting, undergoing and performing US Customs clearance at Little Rock AFB.

Topics covered

  • Military Customs Program
  • Regulated garbage handling
  • Inbound aircraft pre-announcement
  • Customs clearance inspections
  • Military Customs Officer-Excepted requirements
  • Agricultural training
  • Aircraft decontamination

Questions and answers

What training is required for personnel performing customs inspections and refuse duties?

All personnel performing inspection and refuse duties will complete annual training, as required by the Area Port Director, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Memphis, TN. (paragraph 1)

What are the eligibility requirements for a Military Customs Officer-Excepted?

The MCO-E will meet the following requirements: One year time on station, E-5 or higher, Department of Defense Civilians (GS-5 and above) who are United States Citizens, have at least six months retainability, and no record of disciplinary action. (paragraph 2)

Can E-4 security forces personnel complete customs inspections?

The Defense Force Commander (DFC) may approve SF personnel E-4’s to complete inspections who have completed training, but they must be supervised by a certified E-5 or higher. (paragraph 2)

How long must regulated garbage training logs be maintained?

Training logs that include date of training, name of trainee, specific topics covered, and name of trainer will be maintained by Aircraft services for a minimum of three years from the end of the month in which training occurred. (paragraph 3)

How far in advance must customs aircraft notifications be made?

Notification will be made as soon as possible but no later than eight hours prior to the aircraft arrival.

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