MAXWELLAFBI36-2502 — Senior Airman Below-the-zone Program

MAXWELLAFBI36-2502 governs nomination, selection, and release of Senior Airman Below-the-Zone promotion results at Maxwell-Gunter AFB.

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  • Publication number: MAXWELLAFBI36-2502
  • Title: SENIOR AIRMAN BELOW-THE-ZONE PROGRAM
  • Date: 2022-01-18

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It establishes selection procedures for the Central Base Board and large unit boards, including board procedures, scoring, redaction, and member rank requirements. Compliance and attachments are mandatory, waivers are not authorized, and records must be maintained and disposed of under cited Air Force programs.

Applies to: This publication applies to all units assigned to Maxwell-Gunter AFB; it does not apply to Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard units.

Topics covered

  • Senior Airman Below-the-Zone promotion
  • Central Base Board procedures
  • Large unit boards
  • Nomination packages
  • Board scoring procedures
  • Promotion quotas
  • Selection results

Questions and answers

What opportunity does the Senior Airman Below-the-Zone program provide?

The Senior Airman (SrA) Below-the-Zone (BTZ) Promotion Program is designed to provide exceptionally well-qualified Airmen First Class (A1C) a one-time opportunity to be considered for promotion to SrA six months prior to the fully qualified phase point. (paragraph 1)

What procedures does MAXWELLAFBI36-2502 establish for SrA Below-the-Zone selection?

The purpose of this publication is to establish SrA BTZ selection procedures for the Central Base Board (CBB) and for large unit boards. (paragraph 1)

Are waivers to the guidance in MAXWELLAFBI36-2502 authorized?

Waivers to guidance in this publication are not authorized.

When must small unit nomination packages reach MPF Promotions?

Submissions received after the suspense date will not be provided to the CBB. (paragraph 2)

What rank should Central Base Board members hold?

Each board member should be the rank of MSgt (E-7) or higher unless otherwise directed by CBB board president. (paragraph 2)

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