MACDILLAFBI35-200 — Distinguished Visitors (dv)

MACDILLAFBI35-200 governs distinguished visitor hosting, responsibilities, procedures, and the Wing DV Greeter Program at MacDill Air Force Base.

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  • Publication number: MACDILLAFBI35-200
  • Title: DISTINGUISHED VISITORS (DV)
  • Date: 2024-07-10

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It defines DV classifications and eligibility, assigns protocol and project officer duties, and establishes requirements for visits, lodging, transportation, and flightline greetings. It also sets greeter scheduling, aircraft notification, itinerary review, and approval procedures.

Applies to: This publication applies to all 6th Air Refueling Wing units assigned to MacDill Air Force Base.

Topics covered

  • Distinguished visitor classifications
  • DV eligibility
  • Flightline greetings
  • DV greeter scheduling
  • Visit approval procedures
  • Lodging and transportation arrangements
  • Aircraft arrival notification

Questions and answers

Who qualifies as a distinguished visitor under MACDILLAFBI35-200?

A DV is defined as (1) any general or flag officer; (2) any government official with rank equivalent to a brigadier general or higher; or (3) any foreign military officer or civilian designated a DV by the Under Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs (SAF/IA). (paragraph 2)

Who determines whether someone receives distinguished visitor status?

The commander determines the DV distinction on an individual basis. (paragraph 2)

What approval paperwork is required for a projected distinguished visitor visit?

Upon notification of or request for a visit to MacDill AFB, the functional agency receiving the first contact will prepare an AF Form 1768, Staff Summary Sheet (SSS), to obtain 6 ARW/CC approval for the projected visit. (paragraph 3)

Who appoints the project officer for a distinguished visitor visit?

The OPR will appoint a project officer from within his/her group to work the details for the visit. (paragraph 5)

How long does a DV greeter duty period last?

The duty period begins at 0700 on Monday and ends at 0700 the following Monday. (paragraph 5)

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