SLD45I21-104 — Impoundment

SLD45I21-104 governs impoundment processes and procedures for aircraft and equipment at Patrick Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.

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  • Publication number: SLD45I21-104
  • Title: IMPOUNDMENT
  • Date: 2024-01-10

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SLD45I21-104 addresses impoundment reasons, initiation, restrictions, investigations, release, and transient aircraft. It requires designated authorities and officials to control impounded assets and oversee related activities.

Applies to: This publication applies to all civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, the Air National Guard, the United States Space Force, all Department of the Air Force (DAF) civilian employees, and those with a contractual obligation to abide by the terms of DAF issuances.

Topics covered

  • Aircraft impoundment
  • Aerospace Ground Equipment impoundment
  • Impoundment Authority
  • Impoundment Official
  • Impoundment restrictions and controls
  • Release from impoundment

Questions and answers

Who determines whether a transient aircraft is impounded?

Impoundment of transient aircraft will be determined by aircraft commander and communicated to home station organization. (paragraph 2)

Who appoints the Impoundment Authority?

The IA must be appointed by the SLD 45 Vice Commander, Installation Support (SLD 45/CV-IS) or designated representative. (paragraph 2)

What rank must an Impoundment Official have?

If the IA decides to impound the equipment, the IA must appoint an IO with a minimum rank of MSgt or civilian equivalent. (paragraph 2)

What must the Impoundment Official limit on impounded assets?

The IO must limit operations and maintenance actions on impounded assets and control of removed parts until the cause is determined. (paragraph 2)

Who releases assets from impoundment?

The SLD 45/CV-IS will be responsible for releasing the asset(s) from impoundment. (paragraph 2)

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