USAFAI24-102 — Post-season Contest Participation

USAFAI24-102 governs policy and procedures for USAFA intercollegiate athletic programs and post-season contest participation.

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  • Publication number: USAFAI24-102
  • Title: POST-SEASON CONTEST PARTICIPATION
  • Date: 2019-12-17

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It covers football bowl travel, travel by spouses and other guests, and postseason or championship uniform purchases. It requires approval, funding, reimbursement, travel, and uniform limits for specified participants.

Applies to: This publication establishes policy and procedures for intercollegiate athletic programs and applies to all United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) personnel who participate or support intercollegiate athletic programs.

Topics covered

  • Football bowl participation
  • Chartered aircraft travel
  • Spouse travel
  • Travel of other guests
  • Postseason uniforms
  • Uniform funding limits

Questions and answers

How much can a commercial bowl travel ticket cost?

The cost of the commercial ticket will not exceed the General Services Administration (GSA) City Pair Program (CPP). (paragraph 2)

When must cadets reimburse excess airfare costs?

For cadets who obtain airfare over the authorized amount, reimbursement will be made to the Air Force Academy Athletic Association (AFAAA) NLT 5 business days after returning from the Bowl or leave status. (paragraph 2)

Who may travel by military air for a bowl competition?

Only authorized personnel will travel via military air when transportation is provided by HQ AMC in accordance with AFI 24-602, V1, Passenger Movement, and USAFAI 24-101, Airlift Support for USAF Academy Activities. (paragraph 2)

When may a spouse travel at government expense?

Pursuant to guidance contained in DoDD 4515.13-R, DoDD 4500.56, and AFI 24-602, V1, spouses may travel with their sponsor at government expense only when there is an unquestionable official requirement in which the spouse will actually participate in the function requiring the travel, or it is deemed by proper authority in the National interest because of a diplomatic or public relations benefit to the country. (paragraph 2)

How are unofficial spouse travel costs and seating handled?

The primary travel member will pay the cost of travel by a spouse in an unofficial status. Seating for a spouse in an unofficial travel status will be on a space available basis. (paragraph 2)

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