LUKEAFBI34-101 — Luke Afb Honor Guard

LUKEAFBI34-101 governs the selection, staffing, structure, management, and scheduling of the Luke AFB Honor Guard Program.

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  • Publication number: LUKEAFBI34-101
  • Title: LUKE AFB HONOR GUARD
  • Date: 2025-08-18

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The publication establishes Honor Guard responsibilities, selection, notification, dispatch, utilization, structure, and management at Luke Air Force Base. It sets requirements for staffing, member commitments, candidate eligibility, ceremonial support, and the priority of funeral details.

Applies to: This instruction applies to 56th Fighter Wing personnel.

Topics covered

  • Honor Guard staffing
  • Member tour commitments
  • Candidate eligibility
  • Ceremonial support
  • Funeral detail scheduling
  • Team organization

Questions and answers

How long is the minimum Honor Guard tour of duty?

The minimum tour of duty for all Honor Guard members will be six active months of duty. (paragraph 2)

What happens when a Honor Guard member is absent during an active month?

Members absent for any reason, to include, but not limited to ALS, TDY, or unit manpower issues during an active month, will continue beyond their six-month commitment to make up the absence. (paragraph 2)

When must units provide replacement names for Honor Guard members?

Units will provide replacement names a minimum of 15 days prior to their member’s rotation date and no later than the end of their commitment. (paragraph 2)

Is leave authorized during a Honor Guard member’s active months?

Leave is authorized for times during a member’s active months serving. (paragraph 2)

What physical requirement must Honor Guard candidates meet?

Candidates must be capable of supporting the shared weight of a 450-pound casket with five other members. (paragraph 2)

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