USAFAI34-160 — Using The Usaf Academy Cemetery

USAFAI34-160 governs interment eligibility, funeral services, flyovers, disinterments, grave markers, and vault installation at the USAFA Cemetery.

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  • Publication number: USAFAI34-160
  • Title: USING THE USAF ACADEMY CEMETERY
  • Date: 2026-03-06

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The publication covers cemetery scheduling, interment services, flyover flight paths, disinterment conditions, markers, and concrete vaults. It requires compliance with the publication and its attachments, and sets requirements for cemetery interments and maintenance.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all USAFA personnel.

Topics covered

  • Funeral scheduling
  • Interment services
  • Flyover flight paths
  • Disinterment permits
  • Grave markers
  • Concrete vaults

Questions and answers

When are funerals normally held at the Academy Cemetery?

The cemetery is normally scheduled for funerals Monday through Friday, between 0900 and 1400. (paragraph 2)

When may civilian clergy assist with interment services?

If the PADD/PNOK asks, or if the USAFA Wing Chaplain invites them, civilian clergy may assist in the services. (paragraph 6)

What flight path do flyover aircraft normally use?

Normally, flyover aircraft use a south-to-north flight path. (paragraph 7)

When does the cemetery permit disinterments?

The cemetery permits disinterments only when the PADD/PNOK furnishes valid reasons in writing or when a court order directs the disinterment. (paragraph 8)

What grave marker does the Academy cemetery furnish for each interment?

With the exception of the cost of authorized special emblems, the Academy cemetery furnishes and installs a flat bronze marker without cost to the family for each interment (this is the only authorized grave marker or monument). (paragraph 9)

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