SPANGDAHLEMABI24-302 — Vehicle Management

SPANGDAHLEMABI24-302 governs vehicle accident and abuse programs for government vehicles and equipment at Spangdahlem Air Base.

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  • Publication number: SPANGDAHLEMABI24-302
  • Title: VEHICLE MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 2025-02-11

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It covers accident-related costs, damage reporting, repair processes, accident prevention, and vehicle accident documentation. It also addresses vehicle idling and Other Governmental Motor Vehicle Conveyances policies.

Topics covered

  • Vehicle accident and abuse repairs
  • Vehicle damage reporting
  • Accident prevention programs
  • Government vehicle repair costs
  • Vehicle accident documentation
  • Vehicle idling policy
  • Other Governmental Motor Vehicle Conveyances

Questions and answers

Who is responsible for vehicle accident or abuse repair costs?

In accordance with AFI 24-302, Vehicle Management, organizations (owning or using) are responsible for payment of all costs associated with vehicle and equipment accident or abuse related repairs, including contract maintenance costs, regardless of determination of pecuniary liability or reimbursement made by the individual to the government.

How quickly must vehicle damage be reported?

Report all vehicle damage to 52 LRS/LGRV within 24 hours or the next duty day if during a weekend or holiday.

When must vehicle repairs begin after notification?

Vehicle repairs will commence NLT 5 working days after notification, as established by the Vehicle Management Flight Chief unless a delay is requested in writing (email or official memo) by the owing/using organization or Report of Survey investigating official.

Who must report accidents involving government and privately owned vehicles?

The VCO or VCNCO will ensure that copies of accident report as well as any photographs are submitted to the staff judge advocate (SJA) no later than 1 duty day for all accidents involving GOV and privately-owned vehicles (POV) with GOV involvement.

Who has the initial responsibility to identify and report accidents?

The initial responsibility to identify and report accidents rests with the vehicle operator.

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