PACAFI23-204_354FWSUP_I — Deployment Bag Management

PACAFI23-204_354FWSUP_I governs procedures and guidance for control, maintenance, and reporting of the PACAF mobility bag program.

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  • Publication number: PACAFI23-204_354FWSUP_I
  • Title: DEPLOYMENT BAG MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 2012-01-10

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The publication covers authorization requirements, tariff sizing, storage, shop codes, safety levels, accountability, protective masks, and training gear. It requires annual validation, specified storage and inspection practices, MICAS accountability, and documented training.

Applies to: This instruction applies to PACAF functional managers who direct and establish requirements for mobility bags; each PACAF LRS Commander, PACAF units which require mobility bags and activities designated to store and maintain mobility bags.

Topics covered

  • Mobility bag authorizations
  • Tariff sizing
  • Mobility bag storage
  • Mobility bag shop codes
  • Safety stock levels
  • MICAS accountability
  • Protective masks
  • Training gear

Questions and answers

When do mobility bag requirements need to be recomputed?

Requirements need only be recomputed if there is a 10% increase or decrease of deployment taskings during the year. (paragraph 4)

What tariff sizing method must units use?

All units will use tariff sizing concept tailored to wing requirements, as cited in the example from AFMAN 23-110, Vol 2, Pt 2, Chap. 26, Sect F, USAF Supply Manual. (paragraph 5)

How must LRS store A, B, and C mobility bag items?

LRS will bulk store 90% of A, B, and C mobility bag items by NSN and further segregate by contract/lot number to facilitate optimal inventory and shelf-life management. (paragraph 6)

What system is used to account for mobility bag items?

Accountability of mobility bag items will be accomplished using the Mobility Inventory Control and Accountability System (MICAS). (paragraph 9)

What training is required for MICAS users?

All MICAS users will complete computer based training (CBT) modules located at the MICAS CoP referenced above. Training must be documented. (paragraph 9)

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