MILDENHALLI21-101 — Crash, Damage Or Disabled Aircraft Recovery (cddar) Program

MILDENHALLI21-101 governs the Crash, Damage or Disabled Aircraft Recovery program and procedures at RAF Mildenhall.

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  • Publication number: MILDENHALLI21-101
  • Title: CRASH, DAMAGE OR DISABLED AIRCRAFT RECOVERY (CDDAR) PROGRAM
  • Date: 2026-08-20

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It establishes organizational responsibilities, incident and accident requirements, team composition, equipment, and personal protective equipment requirements. It also outlines additional CDDAR requirements for maintenance personnel and recovery procedures.

Applies to: It applies to all units assigned to RAF Mildenhall.

Topics covered

  • Aircraft recovery procedures
  • CDDAR team composition
  • Crash recovery equipment
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Hazardous material exposure
  • Mission Design Series support

Questions and answers

What personnel must be included in a CDDAR team?

The CDDAR team will consist of the following minimum requirements: one CDDAR Team Chief, one Crane Operator (contracted as required), Crash Recovery Team Members (as required) and one Tow Vehicle and Operator (supplied by owning/responsible organization). (paragraph 3)

When is special PPE required during CDDAR duties?

There are composite materials on many aircraft, such as the CV-22 and special PPE is required when performing CDDAR duties on aircraft containing composite materials. (paragraph 3)

How long must special PPE be used around composite material?

Special PPE, i.e. respirators, Tyvek® suits, over boots, etc. will be used at all times until the composite material is removed from the site. (paragraph 3)

When can CDDAR operations begin if hazardous material exposure is possible?

In the event of a different MDS incident/accident where the potential for hazardous material exposure exists, CDDAR operations will not begin until the owning organization provides guidance for personnel and equipment to properly handle the hazards. (paragraph 3)

What does the Maintenance Operations Center do when CDDAR support is needed?

100 MOC will notify 100 MXS R&R sections of any actions requiring CDDAR support for RAF Mildenhall. (paragraph 2)

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