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BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER
ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE
ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE
INSTRUCTION 13-213
19 APRIL 2019
Nuclear, Space, Missile, Command, and
Control
AIRFIELD DRIVING
COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY
ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available on the e-Publishing website at
www.e-Publishing.af.mil for downloading or ordering
RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication
OPR: 78 OSS/OSA
Supersedes: ROBINS AFBI 13-213,
9 May 2016
Certified by: 78 OSS/CC
(Lt Col Walter Swain)
Pages: 70
This instruction supplements AFI 13-213, Airfield Driving Program; AFI 24-301, Vehicle
Operations; AFI 24-302, Vehicle Maintenance Management; AFMAN 24-306, Manual for the
Wheeled Vehicle Driver; and AFI 91-203, Air Force Consolidated Occupational Safety
Instruction, and establishes responsibilities, procedures, and restrictions for the safe control and
operation of vehicles and equipment on the airfield. It applies to all personnel requiring access to
the airfield. This publication may not be supplemented at any level. Requests for waivers must
come through the chain of command from the commander of the office seeking relief from
compliance. Waiver requests must be submitted to the OPR of this publication for coordination
prior to certification and approval; waiver authority has not been delegated. The waiver approval
authority for all compliance items within this publication are at Wing Level (Tier T-3) except for
items which are direct requirements from AFI 13-213, Airfield Driving, which have parent Tiers
(“T-0, T-1, T-2, T-3”) in accordance with AFI 33-360, Publications and Forms Management.
Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary
Responsibility (OPR) using Air Force (AF) Form 847, Recommendation for Change of
Publication; route AF Forms 847 from the field through the appropriate functional chain of
command. Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are
maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records, and
disposed of in accordance with Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS)
Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) located at
https://www.my.af.mil/afrims/afrims/afrims/rims.cfm. The use of the name or mark of any
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specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this publication does not
imply endorsement by the Air Force. See Attachment 1 for a glossary of references and supporting
information.
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
This document has been substantially revised and must be completely reviewed. This revision
updates procedures and required documentation for control and operations of vehicles on Robins
Airfield, to include the addition of the Taxiway Echo Controlled Movement Area and changes to
airfield diagrams.
Chapter 1— GENERAL 6
1.1. Applicability. ......................................................................................................... 6
1.2. Issuing an AF IMT 483. .......................................................................................... 6
1.3. Authorization. ........................................................................................................ 6
1.4. FOD Checks. .......................................................................................................... 7
1.5. Cell Phone Use. ...................................................................................................... 7
1.6. Seatbelts. ................................................................................................................ 7
Chapter 2— RESPONSIBILITIES 8
2.1. The 78th Air Base Wing Commander will: ............................................................ 8
2.2. Directors/Unit Commanders/Tenant Organizations or equivalent will: ................. 8
2.3. AFM, AAFM, or Designated AM Representative will: .......................................... 8
2.4. Unit ADPM and/or Alternate will: ......................................................................... 9
2.5. Contractors will: ..................................................................................................... 10
2.6. Airfield Drivers will: .............................................................................................. 10
2.7. TDY personnel will: ............................................................................................... 10
2.8. Security Forces Squadron (SFS) will: ..................................................................... 11
2.9. Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) will: ................................................................ 11
2.10. Wing Safety (SE) will: ............................................................................................ 11
2.11. Medical Treatment Facility will: ............................................................................ 11
Chapter 3— AIRFIELD DRIVING TRAINING 12
3.1. Requirements. ....................................................................................................... 12
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3.2. Initial Airfield Driving Training. .......................................................................... 12
3.3. Airfield Driving Refresher Training. ..................................................................... 13
Chapter 4— DRIVING PROCEDURES 15
4.1. General. .................................................................................................................. 15
4.2. FOD. ...................................................................................................................... 15
4.3. Passengers in Vehicles. .......................................................................................... 15
4.4. Vehicles Authorized on the Flightline and/or Industrial Area. .............................. 15
4.5. Industrial Area/Flightline Entry. ............................................................................. 16
4.6. Vehicle Traffic. ....................................................................................................... 17
4.7. Crossing Taxiway F1 at Beale Drive. .................................................................... 17
4.8. Right-of-Way. ........................................................................................................ 17
4.9. Restricted Areas. .................................................................................................... 17
4.10. Vehicle Operations on the Controlled Movement Area (CMA). ............................ 18
4.11. Restricted Visibility or Night Operations. .............................................................. 19
4.12. Control Tower Light-Gun Signals. ....................................................................... 20
Figure 4.1. Control Tower Light-Gun Signals. ......................................................................... 20
4.13. Vehicle Parking. ...................................................................................................... 20
4.14. Vehicle Operations During Aircraft Engine Runs. ................................................. 21
4.15. Vehicle Malfunctions. ............................................................................................. 21
4.16. Mobile Obstacles. ................................................................................................... 21
4.17. Speed Limits. ......................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 5— ENFORCEMENT 22
5.1. Vehicle Control. ...................................................................................................... 22
5.2. Individuals Information. ......................................................................................... 22
5.3. Unauthorized Entry onto the Controlled Movement Area. ..................................... 22
5.4. AF IMT 483 and Vehicle Pass Suspension, Surrender, and Revocation
Procedures. ............................................................................................................... 22
Table 5.1. Airfield Driving Violation Assessment. ................................................................. 24
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Chapter 6— VEHICLE PASSES AND JUSTIFICATION OF VEHICLE PASSES 25
6.1. General. .................................................................................................................. 25
6.2. Airfield Vehicle Passes ........................................................................................... 25
6.3. Procedures for Obtaining Industrial Area POV Pass .............................................. 26
6.4. Procedures for Obtaining a Flightline POV Pass. ................................................... 26
6.5. Lost/Stolen Passes. .................................................................................................. 27
Chapter 7— QUALITY CONTROL 28
7.1. Airfield Driving Training. ..................................................................................... 28
Attachment 1— GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 29
Attachment 2— ROBINS FLIGHTLINE AND INDUSTRIAL AREAS 35
Attachment 3— CONTROLLED MOVEMENT AND RESTRICTED AREAS 36
Attachment 4— AIRFIELD ENTRY CONTROL/FOD CHECK POINTS 37
Attachment 5— AIRFIELD SIGNS AND MARKINGS AND LIGHT GUN SIGNALS 38
Attachment 6— AIRFIELD DRIVING PROGRAM MANAGER SELF INSPECTION
CHECKLIST 39
Attachment 7— UNIT AIRFIELD DRIVING PROGRAM MANAGER AND TRAINER(S)
APPOINTMENT LETTER 43
Attachment 8— UNIT ADPM TRAINING CHECKLIST 44
Attachment 9— AIRFIELD DRIVING TRAINING DOCUMENTATION AND
CERTIFICATION CHECKLIST 46
Attachment 10— AIRFIELD DRIVING QUALIFICATION TRAINING CHECKLIST 48
Attachment 11— TDY PERSONNEL/NON-BASE ASSIGNED CONTRACTORS
TRAINING CHECKLIST 53
Attachment 12— SAMPLE AF IMT 483, CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY 55
Attachment 13— SAMPLE AIRFIELD DRIVING VIOLATION NOTIFICATION 56
Attachment 14— SAMPLE AF IMT 483 SUSPENSION/REVOCATION LETTER 57
Attachment 15— SAMPLE AF IMT 483 REINSTATEMENT LETTER 58
Attachment 16— PROCEDURES FOR TDY PERSONNEL 59
Attachment 17— SAMPLE REQUEST FOR PRIVATELY OWNED VEHICLE (POV)
PASS 60
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Attachment 18— SAMPLE CONTRACTOR/VENDOR REQUEST FOR VEHICLE PASS 62
Attachment 19— SAMPLE REQUEST FOR FLIGHTLINE VEHICLE PASS 64
Attachment 20— SAMPLE REQUEST FOR MEDICAL VEHICLE PASS 66
Attachment 21— PERSONNEL LISTING OF AIRFIELD DRIVERS 68
Attachment 22— LOCAL RADIO CALL SIGNS 69
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Chapter 1
GENERAL
1.1. Applicability. All personnel operating a vehicle on the airfield shall be familiar with local
airfield rules and procedures and must possess a valid/current AF IMT 483, Certificate of
Competency, indicating authorized user of Robins’ flightline/industrial area. The following is
required for access to the airfield:
1.1.1. Job necessity will be the only consideration in determining vehicle use on the airfield.
Personal convenience is not a consideration; this requirement will be enforced to the fullest
extent possible.
1.1.2. All Government Owned Vehicle (GOV) drivers on the airfield will have on their person
a military/DoD ID card, valid state driver’s license, and a valid AF IMT 483. Individuals
operating within the Industrial Area also require a 402 AMXG Controlled Area Badge.
1.1.3. Military and Department of Defense (DoD) civilians need on their person military/DoD
ID card, valid state driver’s license, POV vehicle pass and current AF IMT 483. Individuals
operating within the Industrial Area also require a 402 AMXG Controlled Area Badge.
1.1.4. Contractors need contractor badge/vendor letter, logo on vehicle, valid state driver’s
license, current AF IMT 483 on their person, and valid vehicle pass. Individuals operating
within the Industrial Area also require a 402 AMXG Controlled Area Badge.
1.1.5. An AF IMT 483 is required for all individuals operating a vehicle on the airfield, and
training shall be documented on Attachments 9 and 10.
1.1.5.1. All personnel will complete initial airfield driver’s training prior to being
authorized to drive on the flightline or industrial area.
1.1.5.2. All personnel will complete refresher training annually. Exception: Individuals
with “Authorized RAFB Industrial Area” stamped on their AF IMT 483 need only to
complete refresher training every three years.
1.2. Issuing an AF IMT 483.
1.2.1. The Airfield Manager (AFM), Assistant Airfield Manager (AAFM), or designated
Airfield Management (AM) representative are the only persons authorized to sign and stamp
the AF IMT 483 after initial training has been completed.
1.2.1.1. The 116th ACW Airfield Management section is authorized to sign the AF IMT
483 for 116th and 461st ACW personnel and all units that are sponsored through the 116
ACW.
1.2.2. Individuals not allowed in controlled movement areas with a flightline AF IMT 483
card will have “RESTRICTED CMA” stamped on the front of their card.
1.2.3. AF IMT 483 stamped “AUTHORIZED RAFB INDUSTRIAL AREA” will be signed
by the unit ADPM.
1.3. Authorization. Individuals authorized to drive on the flightline have authorization to drive
in the industrial area. However, individuals authorized to drive in the industrial area only, ARE
NOT authorized to drive in the flightline area.
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1.4. FOD Checks. All GOV vehicles that operate inside the FOD checkpoints will be equipped
with a secured FOD container stenciled with the word “FOD” in contrasting letters no smaller than
two inches IAW AFI 21-101, paragraph 11.8.3.8.1.
1.4.1. Empty all vehicle FOD containers when full and at the end of each shift. Supervisors
will periodically inspect FOD containers to ensure compliance.
1.4.2. A roll over FOD check, on all vehicles and aircraft, will be conducted at all FOD entry
points prior to entering the flightline.
1.4.3. All vehicles entering the flightline are required to have any potential FOD in open areas
(Pick-up beds) secured to prevent the potential of spreading to flightline.
1.5. Cell Phone Use. The use of cell phones by the driver in all vehicles is prohibited while
driving on the airfield. Exception: The use of hands free devices are authorized as long as it does
not hinder driving safety.
1.6. Seatbelts. All personnel operating a vehicle on the airfield whether driving or as a passenger
will be required to use seatbelts, if equipped, when vehicle is in motion.
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Chapter 2
RESPONSIBILITIES
2.1. The 78th Air Base Wing Commander will:
2.1.1. Designate personnel and agencies to support the Airfield Driving Program.
2.1.2. Have the authority to reinstate airfield driving privileges for individuals performing
mission-essential duties, upon suspension/revocation of base driving privileges.
2.1.3. Approve publication of the ADI.
2.1.4. Appoint the 78 ABW/CV to implement and chair a Runway Incursion Prevention
Working Group (RIPWG) if there are more than two runway incursions within a six month
period. The RIPWG will include OSS/CC, AOF/CC, Airfield Manager (AFM), Wing ADPM,
Tower Chief Controller, Wing Safety, Directors, Unit Commanders and/or unit ADPMs, and
other organizational leadership as determined locally. Note: The RIPWG will convene within
30 days after the second runway incursion.
2.2. Directors/Unit Commanders/Tenant Organizations or equivalent will:
2.2.1. Screen and carefully select ADPM and alternate personnel, to administer the
Group/Squadron Airfield Driving Program, via an appointment letter and forward a copy of
the appointment letter to the 78 OSS/OSA AAFM (See Attachment 7).
2.2.2. Appoint unit airfield driving trainers in writing to conduct and document practical day
and night (as applicable) airfield familiarization training and the practical driving test as
outlined in this instruction. Trainers must have completed the Airfield Drivers Training
Course. Trainers will be annotated on Attachment 7.
2.2.3. Ensure all personnel who must drive on the airfield under their command are properly
trained.
2.2.4. Limit the number of personnel authorized to drive on the airfield to the absolute
minimum necessary to accomplish the mission.
2.2.5. Upon suspension/revocation of a unit member’s base driving privileges, suspend/revoke
the member’s airfield driving authorization and notify the unit ADPM, AFM and AAFM, or
designated AM representative (See Attachment 14).
2.2.6. Request reinstatement of an individual’s AF IMT 483 by providing a memorandum to
the 78 OSS/OSA AAFM (See Attachment 15).
2.2.7. Validate POV requests.
2.2.8. Participate in the RIPWG.
2.3. AFM, AAFM, or Designated AM Representative will:
2.3.1. Develop a local Airfield Driving Program and provide it to unit ADPMs and alternates,
as appropriate.
2.3.2. Train unit ADPMs and alternates on airfield driving requirements and the
administration of the Airfield Driving Program.
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2.3.3. Develop and update the Airfield Driving Program, as required.
2.3.4. Approve, issue, collect, and control annual and temporary flightline passes.
2.3.5. Conduct airfield driving classroom training for TDY personnel not supported by units
at Robins AFB, airfield construction crews, and special requests coordinated with the
AAFM/AFM. TDY personnel with a current AF IMT 483 only need local area training when
driving route(s) do not require access on or across the CMA.
2.3.6. Validate documentation (Attachment 9) and sign AF IMT 483 for flightline qualified
personnel for the ADPM to distribute. Industrial Area AF IMT 483 will be signed by the unit
ADPMs.
2.3.7. Monitor/inspect all unit airfield driving training programs annually. Document
inspection results in a memorandum for record (MFR) and distribute to unit CCs and ADPM.
Results will be briefed at the quarterly Airfield Operations Board (AOB).
2.3.8. Conduct AF IMT 483 spot checks and random patrols of the airfield to enforce all
standards. Document all violations in an MFR and distribute to the driver’s Unit Commander,
supervisor and ADPM. Violations will be briefed at the quarterly AOB.
2.3.9. Participate in the RIPWG.
2.4. Unit ADPM and/or Alternate will:
2.4.1. Be trained by the 78 ABW ADPM prior to performing ADPM duties.
2.4.2. Maintain an ADPM Continuity Binder or electronic equivalent in TAB format located
in AFI 13-213, Chapter 2.6.7.
2.4.3. Administer their unit’s airfield driver training program in accordance with Attachment
9/10.
2.4.4. Maintain records, associated forms, and a list of all unit personnel authorized to drive
on the airfield (See Attachment 21).
2.4.5. Provide classroom training, to include control tower light gun signal recognition.
2.4.6. Provide/coordinate orientation and practical airfield day and night driving check ride.
2.4.7. Ensure refresher training is accomplished on all personnel assigned to their organization
that possess an AF IMT 483. Note: Refresher training is required annually for drivers with an
AF IMT 483 stamped “AUTHORIZED RAFB FLIGHTLINE” and every three years for
drivers with an AF IMT 483 stamped “AUTHORIZED RAFB INDUSTRIAL AREA.”
2.4.8. Sign and annotate the date of the refresher training on the back of the AF IMT 483 (See
Attachment 12).
2.4.9. Notify the Unit Commander, AAFM, AFM, or designated AM representative in writing
after suspension or revocation of an individual’s flightline and/or industrial area driving
privileges (See Attachment 14).
2.4.10. Ensure all trainees are qualified to drive the vehicle(s) they will be operating on the
airfield.
2.4.11. Schedule personnel for color vision testing if they fail the color vision check.
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2.4.12. Provide completed Record of Airfield Driving Training Certification Attachment 9
and a completed Flightline AF IMT 483 to AM for signature. NOTE: Industrial Area AF IMT
483 cards will be signed by Unit ADPM.
2.4.13. Distribute AF IMT 483s to trainees after AM signature.
2.4.14. Immediately notify AAFM, AFM, or designated AM representative when vehicle pass
is lost or missing and upon recovery of lost or missing pass.
2.4.15. Participate in the RIPWG IAW paragraph 2.2.7.
2.5. Contractors will:
2.5.1. Contractors working within the industrial area only, will submit a formal request (See
Attachment 18) through their Contract Officer’s Representative (COR) or support directorate.
Obtain the appropriate driver training through their host agency. They must have a contractor
badge, a current AF IMT 483, and a contractor vehicle pass.
2.5.2. Contractor/Vendor/Airfield Construction Vehicle. These vehicles operating in the
airfield environment (flightline/industrial) must display the appropriate company name and
logo in at least 3-inch block lettering on the driver and passenger doors and possess a
designated area vehicle pass. The signs are to be painted on the vehicle or professionally made;
magnetic signs may be used (no paper, tape or laminated typed sign taped to vehicle). Signs
must remain on the vehicle at all times while in the airfield environment. NOTE: Certain
contracts are exempt from requiring vehicle passes due to working in direct support and
supervision of the government. These contractors are identified as Aircraft Ground Support
Equipment (GSE), Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Airfield Management, and Transient
Alert Services. These contractors will still be required to have identifying marking on all
vehicles accessing the airfield.
2.5.3. Airfield construction crews performing work on the airfield will be the responsibility of
their sponsoring unit/organization. Airfield construction crews will be required to obtain the
appropriate airfield driver’s training and AF IMT 483 through their host agency. A temporary
airfield construction vehicle pass must be issued by AM to access the flightline. A designated
AM representative may provide airfield drivers training as workload permits. NOTE:
Flightline construction crew vehicle passes will be issued exclusively by the AAFM or AFM.
2.6. Airfield Drivers will:
2.6.1. Comply with all governing directives and safety practices while driving on Robins AFB
airfield and possess a valid/current AF IMT 483.
2.6.2. Ensure compliance at all FOD checkpoints. Towed aircraft will conduct FOD check
prior to entering flightline. Be alert for FOD items in the airfield environment. When possible,
pick up FOD and dispose of it accordingly. If unable to pick up FOD, immediately report it to
AMOPS at 478-926-2114.
2.7. TDY personnel will:
2.7.1. Use of rental vehicles on the airfield for deployed unit missions, inspection teams, etc.,
may be authorized by the AAFM, AFM, or designated AM representative on a case-by-case
basis provided no form of government vehicle transportation is available. This will be validated
through the sponsoring unit ADPM.
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2.7.2. TDY personnel possessing a current AF IMT 483 licensed to drive at their home station
may drive on Robins AFB airfield after receiving a local airfield driving safety briefing from
their sponsoring unit ADPM. (See Attachment 11)
2.7.3. TDY personnel not possessing an AF IMT 483 that need to operate a vehicle in the
airfield environment and do not require CMA access may do so after receiving training listed
previously in 2.7.2.
2.8. Security Forces Squadron (SFS) will:
2.8.1. Support AMOPS in enforcing all traffic rules and directives on the airfield.
2.8.2. Monitor airfield for illegal vehicle use and enforce standards as set forth in this
instruction.
2.8.3. Detains all unauthorized vehicles driving on the airfield when notified by AM or ATC.
2.8.4. Assists in escorting violators (as needed) to AM for administrative actions and issues
appropriate citations for violations.
2.8.5. Complies with all procedures outlined for entry into the CMA.
2.8.6. Participate in the RIPWG.
2.9. Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) will:
2.9.1. Control all aircraft and vehicle traffic, on the CMA by two-way radio communications
or, in the event of lost communications, by light gun signals. If use of light gun signals is
unsuccessful when controlling vehicle or pedestrian traffic, contact AM to have vehicle and/or
pedestrian traffic escorted off the CMA.
2.9.2. Report known CMA violations and problems with vehicle operator radio
communications to AM. Assists AM in identifying and locating unauthorized personnel and
vehicles on or near the CMA.
2.9.3. Participate in the RIPWG.
2.10. Wing Safety (SE) will:
2.10.1. Coordinate on local directives and/or operating instructions that establish vehicle
traffic flow patterns and vehicle parking plans on the airfield.
2.10.2. Coordinate on lesson plans and tests for vehicle operations on the airfield.
2.10.3. Participate with the 78 ABW ADPM in investigating airfield driving incidents,
HATRs, CMA violations. Provide a copy of all Class E CMA violation report submittals to
AOF/CC for review.
2.10.4. Participate in the RIPWG.
2.11. Medical Treatment Facility will:
2.11.1. Administer color vision screening when needed as determined in the ADI.
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Chapter 3
AIRFIELD DRIVING TRAINING
3.1. Requirements. The following items are required for airfield driving training:
3.1.1. Individuals must be selected by his/her unit commander or program director to receive
airfield driving training.
3.1.2. Individuals must possess a current state driver’s license.
3.1.3. Color Vision. (For flightline access only, not applicable for the industrial area)
Check individual’s color vision to distinguish between red, green and white. Exception:
Personnel that have a mandatory requirement for normal color vision (entry and retention) in
their Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) are exempt from color vision testing portion of the
airfield driving training provided previous test results indicate the member can distinguish red,
green and white. Individuals must provide official documentation of test results from wing or
base medical facility when submitting a request for a driving permit.
3.1.3.1. The unit ADPM or alternate, AAFM, AFM, or designated AM representative, will
administer the color vision check through the use of an approved vision color chart (contact
AMOPS for procedures to obtain the appropriate vision color chart). If the individual fails
the color vision check, the unit ADPM will coordinate with the hospital/clinic to determine
if a “restricted access” permit should be approved. Restricted access in these cases will
involve no-access to controlled movement areas. The AF IMT 483 will be annotated
“RESTRICTED CMA.” Note: Color vision check is not applicable to obtain industrial area
only training.
3.1.4. Individuals needing to operate government vehicles on the airfield will coordinate with
their unit Vehicle Control Officer (VCO) for applicable driving requirements.
3.2. Initial Airfield Driving Training. Initial airfield driving training will consist of all items
in Attachment 9/10 and shall be completed in the following order:
3.2.1. Complete the USAF Airfield Driving Computer Base Training (CBT), accessible on the
Advanced Distributed Learning Website; https://golearn.csd.disa.mil/kc/login/login.asp,
prior to completing any other training items. Note: For personnel not possessing a Common
Access Card (CAC) the responsible unit ADPM will make arrangements for manual CBT
Testing, prior to attending classroom training.
3.2.2. Scheduling Initial Airfield Driving Classroom Training: This training is scheduled
through each unit’s ADPM, alternate or unit training monitor. Training will be taught by a
certified airfield driving trainer. Training will emphasize speed limits, security,
communications and a general understanding and familiarization of the airfield. Recognition
of the areas during day and night hours is essential to ensure the driver understands their
operational boundaries and entry control points (See Attachment 2, Attachment 3 and
Attachment 4). Note: Once the classroom training has been completed, the trainee has 30 duty
days to complete all other training and submit their training paperwork to be signed by an
approval authority. Anything over the 30 day window can require completing all training again.
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3.2.3. Written Exams. Trainee will be administered four written tests for both Industrial and
Flightline areas. These tests will be a part of the classroom training and requires minimum
passing scores listed below. All test scores will be entered on Attachment 9.
3.2.4. The written exam will consist of a General Knowledge test (80% required passing
score), Runway Incursion Prevention test (100% required passing score), Airfield diagram test
(100% required passing score), and a Communications test (100% required passing score).
“NOTE: All test are controlled items and must be protected”.
3.2.5. Failure to obtain a passing result requires:
3.2.5.1. First failure: Material review and 5 duty day period before retesting.
3.2.5.2. Second failure: Commander/director recommendation for retest and verification
from ADPM of material review.
3.2.5.3. Third failure will result in removal from the program.
3.2.6. Testing will be at the unit level; all tests will be provided by the AAFM or AFM and
validated by Wing Safety before use.
3.2.7. Complete an airfield orientation (day and night) for flightline and a day only for
industrial area with an ADPM or an assigned trainer who possess a valid Robins AFB AF IMT
483 in the respective area of training required and the practical driving test. The individual in
training may drive the vehicle during training as long as a certified Airfield Driver is in the
vehicle. Exception: A night orientation ride is not required for industrial area licensing IAW
AFJMAN 24-306, Manual for the Wheeled Vehicle Driver, due to adequate lighting.
3.2.8. Driving Evaluation (Practical). The practical driving evaluation will consist of items
listed in this instruction under Attachment 10.
3.2.9. Once the trainee has satisfactorily completed all of the above training, the trainee will
be issued their AF IMT 483 signed by:
3.2.9.1. Flightline: The AAFM, AFM, or designated AM representative will stamp the
Form 483 valid and will annotate CMA restricted, if applicable.
3.2.9.2. Industrial Area: The ADPM or Alternate will sign the AF IMT 483 to make it
valid.
3.2.10. An AF IMT 483 stamped for flightline is valid for one year and an AF IMT 483
stamped for the industrial area is valid for three years before refresher training is required.
3.3. Airfield Driving Refresher Training. Each unit ADPM or alternate will ensure their
personnel complete the annual refresher training. The trainee will complete the refresher training
prior to the anniversary of their AF IMT 483 date of issue. Refresher training should be
accomplished through the responsible unit’s ADPM unless otherwise coordinated.
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3.3.1. Refresher training requires completing the Robins Airfield Refresher Training CBT,
and a Runway Incursion Prevention written test. Proof of current state driver’s licenses will
also be checked at the time of refresher training. Documentation of refresher training will
maintained by unit ADPM in accordance with RAFBI 13-213 paragraph 2.4.6. and
Attachment 12. Note: Refresher training is annotated on the back of the AF IMT 483,
therefore DO NOT laminate the back of the AF IMT 483.
3.3.2. If the AF IMT 483 expired prior to completion of refresher training, the trainee will be
required to coordinate with ADPM to re-accomplish all initial training.
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Chapter 4
DRIVING PROCEDURES
4.1. General. All personnel driving on the flightline and/or industrial area environment will
comply with the procedures, directions, and limitations described in AFMAN 24-306, Manual for
the Wheeled Vehicle Driver; AFI 91-203, Air Force Consolidated Occupational Safety Instruction;
AFI 31-101, Installation Security Program; AFI 13-213, Airfield Management and this instruction.
4.2. FOD. Controlling FOD is EVERYONE'S RESPONSIBILITY. If caught deliberately not
picking up FOD, possible loss of driving privileges can be assessed.
4.2.1. All vehicle operators shall conduct a FOD check in accordance with AFI 21-101 prior
to entering the flightline.
4.2.1.1. When checking tires for FOD, check the tires, roll forward so that the remaining
portion of the tires are exposed, then check the tires again. Remove foreign materials (e.g.,
rocks, gravel, etc.) and place in FOD container located inside vehicle. If FOD is too large
to put in FOD container dispose of in proper size container.
4.2.2. Operators will ensure all equipment carried on vehicles is properly stored and secured.
4.2.3. If a vehicle has been driven off a paved surface while on the airfield, check and clean
tires of any rocks or soil immediately after returning to a paved surface.
4.2.4. Emergency response vehicles as identified in paragraph 4.4.1. responding to an
emergency are exempt from stopping to perform FOD checks.
4.3. Passengers in Vehicles. Personnel will not ride on any part of a vehicle not intended for
carrying passengers (e.g., back of trucks or golf carts). Also, personnel will not ride in or on
trailers.
4.4. Vehicles Authorized on the Flightline and/or Industrial Area. The following vehicles
are authorized on the flightline and/or industrial area, as written:
4.4.1. Emergency response vehicles including ambulances, security forces, explosive
ordinance disposal, airfield management, safety, crash and firefighting vehicles.
4.4.2. Government Owned Vehicles (GOV) used for official business, (LSMV) low speed
motor vehicles, material handling equipment (MHE), and other government motor vehicle
conveyances (OGMVC). All vehicles owned or leased by using organizations such as MHE.
Vehicles used for material handling or lifting (e.g., forklifts, tugs, etc.). Vehicles whose
maximum speed is not greater than 25 MPH that meet Title 49 CFR 571.500 Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) will be categorized as a LSV. These items managed as a
registered vehicle OGMVC. Self-propelled assets providing a base transportation capability
(i.e. golf carts, Bobcats, etc.) not meeting specifications of Title 49 CFR 571.500 FMVSS.
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4.4.3. Contractor/Vendor/Airfield Construction Vehicles. Display company logo IAW
paragraph 2.5.2. of this instruction. Note: Certain contracts are exempt from requiring vehicle
passes due to needing daily access to the airfield working in direct support and supervision of
the government. These contractors are identified as Ground Support Equipment (GSE),
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Airfield Management, Transient Alert Services, AAFES
Concession Servicers and Base Contract Grounds Maintenance mowers and tractors. These
contractors will still be required to have identifying marking on all vehicles accessing the
airfield.
4.4.4. Vendors sponsored through AAFES. Note: Receiving units/Contractors with proper
airfield driving credentials may escort service and delivery vehicles that do not have airfield
driving access. All escorts WILL remain with the escorted vehicle at all times while they are
on the airfield. Violation of this rule will result in suspension of escorts driving privileges.
4.4.5. Contractor Privately Owned Vehicle (POV). POV operations on the airfield are
discouraged for several reasons (security, safety, FOD, and liability) and will be kept to an
absolute minimum. Vehicle access to the airfield requires a vehicle pass and the operator must
possess a valid/current AF IMT 483.
4.4.6. Privately owned trailers are prohibited on the airfield. Contractor trailers are allowed in
performance of an awarded contract.
4.4.7. Government Acquired LSVs and Golf Carts.
4.4.7.1. Electric or gasoline powered golf-type carts or similar utility vehicles will follow
all rules established in this instruction and will be equipped with forward and rear lamps
for night operations.
4.4.7.2. LSVs and golf carts operating on the flightline will be limited to those needed for
mission accomplishment.
4.4.7.3. Passengers will be limited to actual seats available. Each operator must be trained;
airfield qualified and possesses a valid AF IMT 483.
4.4.8. Bicycles:
4.4.8.1. Bicycle operators will also follow this instruction to include adherence to the
roadways.
4.4.8.2. Bicycles will be equipped with reflectors or reflective tape for night driving.
Ensure the bicycle is always parked where aircraft or motor vehicles will not be impeded.
4.4.8.3. Each operator must be trained; flightline and/or industrial area qualified, and
possess a valid AF IMT 483.
4.4.8.4. All bicycle operators will conduct FOD check prior to entry into flightline area.
4.5. Industrial Area/Flightline Entry.
4.5.1. Industrial Area access is through Gates 38. The following is required for entry into the
flightline/industrial area: a 402 AMXG Controlled Area Badge and one of the following forms
of identification Active Duty Military ID, DoD Civilian ID, Robins contractor badge or vendor
letter and. A vehicle pass is required for all non-GOV vehicles. All operators must have a valid
AF IMT 483.
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4.5.2. Entry and exit to/from the flightline will be through an approved entry control point
depicted on the airfield as FOD checkpoints.
4.5.3. Use of any other gates for industrial area or flightline access must be coordinated with
78 OSS/OSA (478-926-2081, 478-222-6570 or 478-926-2114).
4.6. Vehicle Traffic.
4.6.1. All vehicles will follow designated roadways or taxi lines and will not drive diagonally
across an aircraft-parking ramp, but at 90-degree angles to the taxi line or roadway.
4.6.2. When entering a roadway all vehicle traffic will yield to vehicles already on the existing
roadway.
4.6.3. All vehicles shall use established roads to ensure safe and orderly movement of vehicles
on the airfield. All airfield vehicle traffic will utilize the far right side of taxiways and towways.
Exceptions: munitions laden vehicles, vehicles used for actual emergency responses, vehicles
leading or towing aircraft, or airfield operations vehicles conducting airfield inspections.
4.6.3.1. Haul routes to/from construction sites will be established through Airfield
Management for each construction area. This will be accomplished prior to beginning
work. Note: Driving out of marked vehicle lanes to avoid stop signs or to “cut-corners” is
not authorized. Use of the ramp or taxiways as a shortcut between streets is prohibited.
Such actions are grounds for suspension of AF IMT 483, except for identified emergency
response vehicles responding to an emergency.
4.7. Crossing Taxiway F1 at Beale Drive. Use extreme caution crossing Taxiway F1 at Beale
Drive. Taxiway F1 leads directly into the Alert Parking Area (APA). Vehicle operators will give
right-of-way to all aircraft movement. Only those with an official need and proper airfield driving
credentials are authorized to enter the airfield from Beale Drive.
4.8. Right-of-Way. Vehicles responding to an emergency always have the right of way.
Following emergency vehicles in right of way priority are all moving aircraft (towed or operated).
The control tower will de-conflict traffic for safe passage on the controlled movement area. Use
extreme caution in the vicinity of aircraft.
4.8.1. All wheeled vehicles will clear out of the path of a moving aircraft/emergency vehicle
and remain at a full stop until the aircraft/emergency vehicle is 500 ft. past your vehicle.
4.8.2. Do not drive between an aircraft and a marshaller/follow-me vehicle.
4.9. Restricted Areas. Restricted areas at RAFB are noted on Attachment 3. These areas are
delineated by a red line and patrolled by 78 SFS personnel. Entry into the following areas is
through an entry control point (ECP) and requires ramp specific credentials:
4.9.1. The 116 ACW mass parking area on the eastside of the airfield.
4.9.2. Transient Alert Ramp in front of building 127 (when alert aircraft is present and the
restricted area has been activated).
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4.10. Vehicle Operations on the Controlled Movement Area (CMA).
4.10.1. At Robins AFB, the portion of the movement area where tower control is necessary is
defined as: Runway 15/33, overruns, the ILS Critical Areas and the infield areas parallel to the
runway on both sides out to and including 100 ft from the pavement edge (See Attachment
3). All other areas may be accessed without tower approval if the driver has a valid/current
flightline AF IMT 483.
4.10.2. CMA hold lines are marked by one of the following: Visual Flight Rules (VFR) hold
line, Instrument hold line or a Department of Transportation Stop Bar. (See Attachment 5).
4.10.3. Service roads that lead to the CMA will be marked with a 36 inch white stop bar that
has the same restriction as a VFR hold bar. (See Attachment 3).
4.10.3.1. Individuals are not permitted on the CMA unless they are performing official
duties, have established two-way radio communications with Robins Control Tower, and
have been given permission to enter the CMA from the control tower. (See Attachment
3).
4.10.3.2. Vehicles equipped with an operational rotating beacon must turn the beacon on
when in the CMA. Vehicles not equipped must have emergency flashers operating to assist
ATC in identification of vehicles in the CMA.
4.10.3.3. Two-way radio communications with Robins Control Tower must be maintained
while in the CMA. Phraseology is as follows:
4.10.3.4. Prior to entering the controlled movement area state: “Robins Ground, (who you
are, where you are, and what you want to do).” Example: “Robins Ground, this is Airfield
1 on taxiway Bravo, request permission on the runway.”
4.10.3.5. Upon exiting the CMA, state: “Robins Ground, (who you are, where you have
left and your intentions).” Example: “Robins Ground, this is Airfield 1, I am off the
runway at Taxiway Bravo and will remain off.”
4.10.3.6. Vehicle operators will read back and immediately comply with all instructions
received from the control tower. It is the responsibility of the vehicle operator to understand
all instructions received from the control tower. If there is any doubt as to what the control
tower’s instructions are the vehicle operator must request for them to repeat the
instructions. The vehicle operator will remain outside of the CMA, until given approval by
Robins Ground. Pay close attention to what the controller says. Requesting permission to
cross is not always approved. If hold instructions are given, repeat them back to the
controller verbatim and wait for further instructions. Hold short instructions phraseology
is as follows:
4.10.3.6.1. VEHICLE: “Robins Ground, Airfield 1, on Taxiway Bravo, request
permission to cross the runway from Bravo to fire lane.”
4.10.3.6.2. GROUND CONTROL: “Airfield 1, Robins Ground, HOLD SHORT OF
RUNWAY at Bravo.” VEHICLE: “Robins Ground, Airfield 1, holding short of runway
at Bravo”
4.10.3.7. ALWAYS read back all instructions received from ground control.
4.10.4. If radio contact is lost or suspected to be lost while in the CMA:
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4.10.4.1. Immediately exit the CMA, proceed to AMOPS and brief them on the incident.
NOTE: Do not cross the runway or other CMAs during radio failure.
4.10.4.2. Monitor the tower for light-gun signals.
4.10.4.3. Be vigilant of airfield lighting.
4.10.4.3.1. Repeated changes in the intensity of the runway lights indicate that the
vehicle operator should immediately depart the runway and contact the tower or
observe and adhere to light gun signals.
4.10.4.3.2. Repeated flashing of the runway/taxiway lights indicates that the vehicle
operator should immediately depart the CMA and contact the tower or observe and
adhere to light gun signals. Note: For vehicles not on the CMA, flashing lights indicate
that the vehicle operator should give way to taxiing aircraft and, if able, contact tower.
4.10.5. All vehicles requesting access to the runway will hold short of the VFR/INST hold
markings and the white stop bars on access roads (See Attachment 3 and Attachment 5) until
instructed by the control tower to proceed. Vehicle operators will report off of the runway. DO
NOT use the words “CLEAR”, “CLEARED,” or “CLEARANCE” when communicating
with ATC for vehicle movement requests.
4.10.6. Vehicle operators that require entry onto the CMA but do not have two-way radio
communications capability with Robins Control Tower will:
4.10.6.1. Contact their host unit for an escort vehicle that is equipped with two-way radio
communications.
4.10.6.2. Checkout a Land Mobile Radio (LMR) from AMOPS.
4.11. Restricted Visibility or Night Operations.
4.11.1. Hazard lights or parking lights will be used at night, during daytime restricted visibility
conditions, and when vehicles are temporarily parked on any part of the aircraft- parking ramp.
This does not apply to designated parking areas. Note: The AFM, AAM, or designated AM
representative may suspend airfield driving due to weather and other circumstances. AMOPS
will disseminate any such suspensions via any means necessary to include, but not limited to:
the Base Ramp Net, Maintenance Control, and Robins Command Post.
4.11.2. If visibility falls below 300 ft., additional restrictions apply. Headlights will be used
during foggy/rain conditions regardless of visibility levels.
4.11.3. Visibility less than 300 ft. Refueling and explosive loaded vehicles will not be operated
unless directed by installation commander.
4.11.4. Visibility less than 100 ft. POVs and flightline vehicles (except emergency and alert
vehicles) will not be operated on the airfield.
4.11.5. Visibility less than 50 ft. Recommended that a walking guide equipped with a flashing
or luminescent wand be used during emergency movement of alert vehicles.
4.11.6. Vehicle operators will exercise caution to ensure headlights are not pointed toward
taxiing aircraft or towing operations.
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4.12. Control Tower Light-Gun Signals. All flightline authorized operators will have a copy
of AFVA 11-240, (available through their unit ADPM) displayed in plain view of the driver in all
government motor vehicles (GOVs). All vehicle operators on the flightline will know and comply
with the following signals:
Figure 4.1. Control Tower Light-Gun Signals.
4.13. Vehicle Parking.
4.13.1. All unattended vehicles will be parked in designated areas, when not in use. Vehicles
parked on ramp areas designated for vehicle parking are not required to be unlocked and keys
in the ignition. Unless parked in a designated parking area, all unattended vehicles on the
airfield will park so that they will not interfere with taxiing/towed aircraft or emergency
vehicles and will not be pointed towards an a parked aircraft.
4.13.2. When temporally parking vehicles on the flightline, all vehicle operators will:
4.13.2.1. Turn off the ignition.
4.13.2.2. Leave keys in the ignition.
4.13.2.3. Set parking brakes.
4.13.2.4. Place gear in reverse (if manual); in park (if automatic).
4.13.2.5. Leave doors unlocked.
4.13.2.6. Ensure the vehicle will not interfere with aircraft taxiway, taxilane or towway
clearance.
4.13.3. Additionally, when parking near an aircraft, always:
4.13.3.1. Park with driver’s door closest to the aircraft.
4.13.3.2. Position vehicle no closer than 25 ft. from the aircraft.
4.13.3.3. Never park under any portion of an aircraft (except for loading/unloading).
4.13.3.4. Preposition chocks when backing toward an aircraft.
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4.13.3.5. Adhere to the 10 ft. circle of safety, which is 10 ft. from nose, wings and tail of
an aircraft when operating a vehicle on the airfield.
4.14. Vehicle Operations During Aircraft Engine Runs.
4.14.1. Jet blast can cause serious damage/injuries. Except as prescribed in the applicable
aircraft Technical Order, no vehicle will be parked or driven closer than the following
minimums while aircraft engines are operating:
4.14.1.1. Twenty-five feet (25 ft.) in front of or to the side of any aircraft.
4.14.1.2. Two hundred feet (200 ft.) behind any aircraft; 600 ft. for heavy aircraft (e.g. C-
5, C-17, E-8, B747 etc.).
4.15. Vehicle Malfunctions.
4.15.1. When a vehicle on the movement area has a malfunction that prevents operation under
its own power, every means will be used to alert taxiing aircraft, Tower, and AMOPS. Parking
lights or emergency flashers will be on during the hours of darkness. An operator will remain
with the vehicle until Tower or AMOPS are notified and the vehicle has been removed from
the movement area.
4.15.2. Vehicles with radio communications capability will notify Tower or AMOPS of their
location, malfunction, and intentions. If unable to contact Tower or AMOPS, contact your
operations center (i.e. maintenance control, command post, supervisor, shop chief, etc.) to
contact Tower and/or AMOPS for assistance. Do not abandon your vehicle. If radio
communications is not available with Tower or AMOPS, vehicle operators will notify Tower
or AMOPS through other means available, to include but not limited to: a messenger, flashing
of headlights, etc.
4.16. Mobile Obstacles.
4.16.1. Mobile obstacles (i.e., vehicles, generators, light all) will not be left unattended near
taxiways or aprons except as follows:
4.16.1.1. Taxiways: 200 ft. from the centerline of the taxiway.
4.16.1.2. Aprons: 125 ft. from the edge of the apron closest to the equipment.
4.16.1.3. Runway: no equipment will not be left unattended within 1000 ft. from the
centerline of the runway without AM approval. Arrangements can be made with AM to
store such equipment.
4.17. Speed Limits. General speed limit on the airfield is 25 mph on taxiways, 15 mph on aprons
and 5 mph within 25 ft. of an aircraft. Exception: Emergency response vehicles will use reasonable
and prudent judgment when responding to emergencies.
4.17.1. Towing speed is not to exceed 5 mph when towing aircraft or two or more maintenance
stands.
4.17.2. Towing speed for a single maintenance stand is 10 mph.
4.17.3. The maximum towing speed for AGE is 15 mph.
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Chapter 5
ENFORCEMENT
5.1. Vehicle Control.
5.1.1. The following agencies have authority to enforce driving standards: AFM, AAFM,
designated AM representative, Safety, Security Forces, Unit Commanders/Directors, ADPMs,
and ADPM alternates IAW this instruction.
5.1.2. A copy all enforcement actions must be forwarded to 78 OSS/OSA AAFM and AFM
regardless of the agency administering the action.
5.2. Individuals Information.
5.2.1. When an individual is in violation of this instruction, the authorized enforcing official
will write a statement that includes the following: the violator’s name, office symbol, phone
number, immediate supervisor, vehicle pass number, AF IMT 483 certificate number and date
of certification, date/time of incident and a description of the violation. All violations shall be
immediately forwarded to the 78 OSS/OSA AAFM and AFM.
5.2.2. The ADPM will request that all violators submit a statement of accused infraction and
forward to the AAFM and AFM for investigation.
5.3. Unauthorized Entry onto the Controlled Movement Area.
5.3.1. The violator will be detained and brought to AMOPS.
5.3.2. The AAFM or AFM will interview the individual and he/she will complete AF Form
457, USAF Hazard Report, for violations not involving aircraft or AF Form 651, Hazard Air
Traffic Report (HATR) for violations involving aircraft. Both AF Form 457 and AF Form 651
will include individual’s information (e.g., rank, job title, organization, TDY, or base
assigned). Individual’s experience working on or near the airfield and date trained. If individual
was authorized on the airfield and/or CMA. If individual completed all training required to
operate a vehicle on the airfield. Approximate location where the CMAV occurred (e.g.,
runway/taxiway intersection, distance from threshold or overrun etc.). AF Form 651s will be
forwarded to the 78 ABW Safety Office. The Wing ADPM will keep the completed form on
file IAW AFI 13-213.
5.3.3. The individual’s ADPM and commander will be notified that the violator's AF IMT 483
and vehicle pass are confiscated, and airfield driving privileges are revoked for one year (see
Table 5.1).
5.4. AF IMT 483 and Vehicle Pass Suspension, Surrender, and Revocation Procedures.
5.4.1. General. Gross or repeated violations of safety, airfield driving rules, or an overall
demonstrated lack of ability on the part of the certificate holder will result in suspension of
privileges, surrender of the certificate without comment, or revocation of the certificate.
5.4.2. When an individual’s driving privileges are being revoked or suspended, the approved
enforcing official will notify the Wing ADPM with a completed Attachment 14 within five
duty days after notification stating reason for loss of driving privileges.
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5.4.3. All suspensions of driving privileges will be reported to the individual’s
commander/program directorate, unit ADPM, and supervisor. Note: All
suspended/surrendered/revoked certificates require written correspondence from the
individual’s unit commander/program directorate (0-6 or equivalent) to be reissued
(contractors need to contact their sponsoring unit) (See Attachment 15). Records Disposition
Schedule (RDS): one year.
5.4.4. Suspension. Any supervisor in the driver’s chain of command may suspend a driver’s
certification pending further training. All suspensions will be reported to the unit ADPM or
alternate. All suspended certificates and vehicle passes will be forwarded to the Wing ADPM
AFM or designated AM representative. Note: Failure to complete annual refresher training, or
if AF IMT 483 is not dated or signed, will result in competency card suspension.
5.4.5. Surrender. All certificate holders will surrender certificates upon demand from an
airfield driving standard enforcement agency. The certificate holder will notify their unit
ADPM or alternate if someone other than their unit ADPM or alternate has demanded the
surrender of his/her AF IMT 483. All surrendered certificates and vehicle passes will be
forwarded to the Wing ADPM, AFM, or designated AM representative.
5.4.6. Revocation. The certificate holder’s unit commander, unit ADPM or alternate, Wing
ADPM, AFM, or designated AM representative may revoke the AF IMT 483. All revoked
certificates will be forwarded to the Wing ADPM, AFM, or designated AM representative for
documentation. If required, initial airfield driving training must be re-accomplished before a
new AF IMT 483 is returned to the offender. Vehicle pass will be revoked for the same period
the AF IMT 483 is revoked.
5.4.6.1. Individuals must possess a valid state driver’s license. When a state license is
suspended or revoked, the AF IMT 483 and vehicle pass will be revoked for the same
period as the loss of the state license.
5.4.7. All certificate holders are required to surrender certificates upon PCS, separation,
retirement, or when the need to drive on the Robins AFB airfield no longer exists as determined
by Unit Commander/Director. The unit ADPM or alternate will ensure the certificate is
returned to them prior to the member’s departure.
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Table 5.1. Airfield Driving Violation Assessment.
Violation First Second Third Fourth
1 CMA Runway Intrusion E E F -
2 Encroachment into ILS critical Area C D E E
3 Careless driving A B C D
4 Unsafe Operations C D E F
5 Creating a FOD Hazard or not stopping at
FOD checkpoint
B C D E
6 Expired/Not in possession of AF IMT 483 B C D E
7 Speeding B C D F
8 Invalid/No POV Pass C D E E
9 Not giving right-of-way to taxiing aircraft E E F -
10 Not giving right-of-way to aircraft in tow B C D E
11 Not adhering to designated tow-ways or
using ramps/aprons as a thoroughfare
A B C D
12 Illegally entering the flightline and/or
industrial area
A B C D
13 Vehicle abandonment in wing-tip
clearance areas
C D E E
14 Vehicle illegally parked in designated
parking areas
A B C D
15 Failure to comply with escort procedures C D E E
LEGEND
A Verbal warning and log violation
B 15 Day Suspension, ADPM briefing on the infraction, letter from Unit/CC
requesting reinstatement
C 30 Day Suspension, Unit CC briefing on the infraction, letter from Unit/CC
requesting reinstatement, and attend Airfield Driver’s Training for revalidation
D
180 Day Suspension, PD/Wing CC briefing on the infraction, letter from
Unit/CC requesting reinstatement, and attend Airfield Driver’s Training for
revalidation
E
One Year Suspension, PD/Wing CC briefing on the infraction, letter from
Unit/CC requesting reinstatement, and attend Airfield Driver’s Training for
revalidation
F Permanent Airfield driving privileges revoked
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Chapter 6
VEHICLE PASSES AND JUSTIFICATION OF VEHICLE PASSES
6.1. General. All privately and commercially owned vehicles on Robins AFB airfield must have
a flightline or industrial area vehicle pass and the operator must have a valid/current AF IMT 483.
6.1.1. The contractors identified in paragraph 4.4.3 do not require a vehicle pass.
6.1.2. Flightline passes will be issued by 78 OSS AAFM or AFM Comm. (478-222-6570 or
478-926-2081).
6.1.3. Flightline/Industrial Area vehicle passes will be displayed on the windshield (driver’s
side) or hung from the rear view mirror. Passes no longer required will be returned to the unit
ADPM or alternate, AFM or AAFM, or 402 AMXG ADPM.
6.1.4. POV vehicle passes will be reissued annually for Flightline and every two years for
Industrial Area. Expired passes are invalid and will be returned to the unit ADPM or alternate
or 402 AMXG ADPM. All requests for industrial area vehicle passes will be submitted to the
402 AMXG ADPM. Comm. (478-222- 2929). NOTE: It is illegal to duplicate any vehicle
pass or AF IMT 483.
6.2. Airfield Vehicle Passes
6.2.1. Temporary Vehicle Passes. Drivers must have a valid ID and a current AF IMT 483
valid for RAFB. Passes are issued on an official need basis and are not issued for convenience.
All pass requests require specific justification and Squadron Commander/Director
concurrence.
6.2.1.1. Flightline Vehicle Pass. A temporary pass gives the operator access to a specific
portion of the airfield. Situations include but are not limited to construction crews operating
on the flightline, aircrew, TDY, inspection teams, etc. These passes will be issued by the
AAFM, AFM, for the length of the contract, TDY, or inspection, and will not exceed one
year in length. Passes may be renewed on an “as needed” basis, at the discretion of the
AAFM or AFM.
6.2.1.2. Temporary Industrial Pass. Is a pass that will be issued for access to the industrial
area for personnel such as construction crews operating in the industrial areas, material
transport, medical, inspection team, etc. These passes will be issued by the 402 AMXG
ADPM.
6.2.1.3. Rental cars used for “Official Government Business” (TDY orders required) will
be authorized airfield access to the industrial area only. If flightline access is required,
contact 78 OSS/OSA prior to operating vehicles on the flightline. Sponsoring units
ADPM’s are responsible for TDY personnel assigned to their organization.
6.2.2. Industrial Area POV Pass. The industrial area pass permits a driver of a POV to drive
ONLY in the industrial area.
6.2.2.1. Industrial area POV passes will be requested through the unit/directorate IAW
Attachment 17 (POV) or Attachment 20 Medical Access.
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6.2.2.2. Contractor/Vendor pass. This vehicle pass is issued by the 402 AMXG ADPM for
a company that has been issued a contract to supply a service in the industrial area. Request
for pass will be IAW Attachment 18. In addition:
6.2.2.3. The contractor/vendor must deliver materials, parts, supplies, or repair services.
6.2.2.4. The vehicle must be required to perform the contract and the requirement for a
vehicle use be stated in the contract and verified by contract monitor.
6.2.2.5. Requirements must be validated by the contract monitor/project manager.
6.3. Procedures for Obtaining Industrial Area POV Pass
6.3.1. It is the responsibility of each unit commander and/or program directorate to keep
industrial area POV pass requests to a minimum. The unit commander/program directorate will
manage and re-issue allocated passes prior to requesting additional passes. Periodically review
pass issue roster to ensure passes are being used by the person that is assigned the pass. Forward
changes to the 402 AMXG ADPM.
6.3.1.1. Individuals requesting a vehicle pass will submit a pass request to their ADPM or
unit directorate (See Attachment 17).
6.3.1.2. Individual’s ADPM, program directorate, or sponsoring unit will submit a request
letter IAW Attachment 17 and signed by their unit commander or program directorate to
the 402 AMXG ADPM Group Office who will process the request.
6.3.1.3. The 402 AMXG ADPM Group Office will notify the individual’s ADPM, unit
directorate, or sponsoring organization if request meets pass criteria. If approved, ADPM,
unit directorate, or sponsoring organization will provide a list of individuals receiving the
passes and pick up the serially numbered pass from the 402 AMXG ADPM.
6.3.1.4. Mass reissuing of passes is at the discretion of the 402 AMXG/CC and must be
conducted at least every two years.
6.3.2. The 402 AMXG/CC is the final approval authority for all POV passes in the industrial
area. NOTE: Appeals for disapproved requests for POV passes shall be forwarded to 402
AMXG/CC/DD for review.
6.4. Procedures for Obtaining a Flightline POV Pass.
6.4.1. The AFM or AAFM is the issuing authority of flightline area POV passes. Flightline
passes will be granted only for mission essential tasks where the individual must utilize their
own vehicle or company vehicles for job performance.
6.4.1.1. All individuals requesting a flightline pass must receive the required airfield
training IAW Chapter 3 of this instruction prior to submitting the request.
6.4.1.1.1. Individuals requesting a flightline vehicle pass will submit their request to
their ADPM, unit directorate, or contract monitor (for contractors) to validate the
request (See Attachment 19). The requester must include proof that all training
requirements have been met before request will be considered.
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6.4.1.2. The AFM or AAFM will review the pass request and validate it only if all
requirements have been met. A pass request will not be valid longer than the length of the
job requirement, not to exceed one year. Passes will be renewed on an “as needed” basis,
at the discretion of the AFM or AAFM.
6.5. Lost/Stolen Passes.
6.5.1. For industrial area passes:
6.5.1.1. Individuals will notify the AFM or AAFM in the event of a lost or stolen pass.
The AAFM or AFM will notify the 402 AMXG ADPM and airfield gate guard supervision.
6.5.1.2. The individual may request another pass but must do so through their unit ADPM.
6.5.1.2.1. Contractors will notify their program manager/contract monitor who, in turn,
will notify the 402 AMXG ADPM.
6.5.1.2.2. The request for a replacement pass must include the circumstances that led
to the pass being lost or stolen, what actions are being taken to prevent this from
reoccurring, and a signature of the individual’s unit commander, program directorate,
or contract monitor (for contractors). The re-issue of a replacement pass is at the
discretion of the 402 AMXG/CC.
6.5.2. For flightline passes:
6.5.2.1. Individuals will notify the AAFM or AFM in the event of a lost or stolen pass.
The AAFM or AFM will notify the 402 AMXG ADPM and airfield gate guard supervision.
6.5.2.2. The individual may request another pass, but the request must come from the
individual’s immediate supervisor or contract monitor (for contractors). The request will
include what actions are being taken to prevent this from reoccurring again.
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Chapter 7
QUALITY CONTROL
7.1. Airfield Driving Training. The 78 ABW ADPM will monitor unit’s airfield driving
training program as follows:
7.1.1. Take a proactive approach utilizing local resources (base newspaper, unit briefings, etc.)
to educate, inform, and update users on airfield changes and trends.
7.1.2. Conduct daily airfield patrols and spot checks to monitor compliance with airfield
driving procedures.
7.1.3. Monitor radios for proper radio terminology/phraseology and discipline.
7.1.4. Annually review and inspect each unit’s airfield driving training program. Develop and
manage a quarterly schedule of upcoming unit inspections and provide it to the Airfield
Operations Board for review. Review should focus on program integrity, compliance and
support. As a minimum, review or inspect:
7.1.4.1. ADPM qualifications and letters of appointment.
7.1.4.2. Availability and currency of the airfield driving instruction, prescribed forms, and
other associated publications.
7.1.4.3. Current listing and number of certified airfield drivers in the unit.
7.1.4.4. Adequacy of training and testing materials.
7.1.4.5. Refresher Training documentation.
7.1.5. Prepare and brief results of review or inspection at the quarterly Airfield Operations
Board. If unable to attend, ensure AFM or AM representative briefs information.
7.1.6. Conduct semi-annual meetings with unit ADPMs
LYLE L. DREW, Colonel, USAF
Commander
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Attachment 1
GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION
References
AFPD 13-2, Air Traffic Control, Airspace, Airfield and Range Management
AFI 13-213, Airfield Driving Program
AFI 21-101, Aircraft and Equipment Maintenance Management
AFI 24-301, Vehicle Operations
AFI 24-302, Vehicle Maintenance Management
AFMAN 24-306, Operations of AF Government Vehicles
AFI 31-101, Integrated Defense
AFMAN 33-363, Management of Records, 1 March 2008
AFMAN 91-203, Air Force Consolidated Occupational Safety Instruction
Abbreviations and Acronyms
AAFM—Assistant Airfield Manager
ADPM—-Airfield Driving Program
Manager AFI—Air Force Instruction
AFMAN—Air Force Manual
AFM—Airfield Manager
AFPD—Air Force Policy Directive
AM—Airfield Management
ATC—Air Traffic Control
CBT—Computer Based Training
CMA—Controlled Movement Area
FOD—Foreign Object Debris
HATR—Hazardous Air Traffic
Report ILS—-Instrument Landing System
OPR—Office of Primary Responsibility
POV—Privately Owned Vehicle
RIPWG—Runway Incursion Prevention Working Group
RWY—Runway
RDS—Records Disposition Schedule
VCO—Vehicle Control Officer
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Terms
Active Flightline—The area where aircraft are taxied towed and run engines. This includes the
runway, taxiways, taxilanes, ramps, aprons, hot cargo pads, and towways (See Attachment 2 and
Attachment 4). No privately owned vehicles (POV) are authorized.
AF IMT 483, Certificate of Competency—The AF IMT 483 is the competency card that allows
individuals to drive on the airfield. All AF IMT 483s will be dated and numbered for accountability
(See Attachment 12).
Airfield—An area prepared for the accommodation (including and buildings, installations, and
equipment) of landing and take-off of aircraft.
Airfield Construction Crews—Companies that have contracts involving the repair, modification,
etc. of taxiways, taxilanes, runways, buildings and associated areas.
Airfield Driving Program Manager (ADPM)—An individual appointed by the unit commander
to administer the organization’s airfield driving program.
Airfield Mandatory/Information/Guidance Signs—Signs that are located at intersecting
pavement areas that define location, direction and designation of runways and taxiways. They also
indicate hold short and instrument hold lines. Signs are lit for nighttime/inclement weather
operations (see Attachment 5).
Airfield Management—A function that conducts airfield inspections and checks for safety and
compliance with planning and design criteria. Plans, organizes and directs airfield activities to
include airfield construction/repairs, airfield driving program, ice/snow removal operations,
Bird/Wildlife control, etc. Procures, maintains, and produces information on safe operation of
aircraft through the national and international airspace system such as Flight Information
Publications, aeronautical charts and maps, Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), local airfield and
navigational aid status, and weather information. Process domestic and international flight plans.
Airfield Management Operations (AMOPS)—A facility located near the airfield that provides
aircrews with flight plan processing and planning services.
Airfield Manager (AFM)—Works directly for the AOF/CC and manages airfield management
facilities to ensure effective support to the base flying mission and transient aircrews.
Airfield Operations Flight Commander (AOF/CC)—Responsible for the overall
operation/services provided by the airfield operations flight in support of the wing flying mission
and in compliance with USAF and FAA guidelines.
Assistant Airfield Manager (AAFM)—the assistant to the AFM, and is responsible for
development and management of the Airfield Driving Program. Has the authority to revoke any
AF IMT 483 and have personnel removed from the airfield environment.
Airfield Driving Computer Based Training (CBT)—Air Force Flight Standards Agency
(AFFSA) Airfield Driving Training.
Clear—ATC term used between pilots and air traffic controllers, not authorized for use by
personnel operating motor vehicles on the airfield.
Contractor/Vendor—Used in reference to any individual that is not military, DOD personnel, or
deemed an airfield construction crewmember.
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Controlled Movement Areas (CMA)—As defined in Airfield Operations Instructions, any
portion of the airfield requiring aircraft, vehicles and pedestrians to obtain specific Air Traffic
Control Tower (ATCT) approval for (normally via two-way radio contact with the (ATCT).
Controlled Movement Areas include but are not limited to areas used for takeoff, landing and as
required taxiing of aircraft. Note: This definition is used in lieu of “movement area” as defined in
the FAA Pilot Controller Glossary. Also called CMA
Flightline—A powered movement area which is separated by a painted solid and dashed yellow
line. The Flightline includes all runways, taxiways, taxilanes and associated airfield facilities.
Flightline and/or Industrial Area Pass—Pass issued to personnel that have a recurring mission
requirement to operate a privately owned vehicle (POV) or commercial vehicle on the airfield.
Foreign Object Debris (FOD)—An object located on the airfield that could damage an aircraft's
engine, tires, etc. This includes, but is not limited to the following: rocks, pebbles, rags, screws,
nuts, washers, bolts, safety wire, tools, paper products, cans, etc.
FOD Checkpoint—Marked area at flightline entry where vehicles must stop and inspect vehicle
and tires for FOD. All towed aircraft will conduct FOD check prior to entering active flightline.
Hold Position Markings—At Robins, two solid and two dashed yellow lines painted
approximately 100 feet from the runway edge, which define boundary between runway and
taxiway (See Attachment 3). These are commonly referred to as VFR hold lines.
Industrial Area—The area inside the airfield boundary gates defined as the tow movement area
and is located on the solid side of the airfield marking. All aircraft movement in this area is
restricted to non-powered tow operations only. The areas outside of the towlanes will be
considered as an extension of the hangar for maintenance operations.
Instrument (INST) Hold Position Markings—Two yellow horizontal lines along with vertical
painted lines (resemble a railroad track). This marking identifies proper hold position to remain
outside the boundary of the Instrument Landing System (ILS). This is used to protect aircraft
conducting instrument approaches during inclement weather (See Attachment 5).
INST Hold Short Sign—Red background sign with white letters; instrument hold short signs are
co-located adjacent to painted INST Hold Line. Signs identify proper hold position to remain
outside the boundary of the ILS (See Attachment 5).
Light Gun—A handheld directional light signaling device which emits a brilliant narrow beam of
white, green, or red light as selected by the tower controller. The color and type of light transmitted
can be used to approve or disapprove anticipated pilot actions where radio communication is not
available. The light gun is used for controlling traffic operating in the vicinity of the airport and
on the airport movement area.
Movement Area—Runways, taxiways and other areas utilized for taxiing, air taxiing/hover
taxiing/ ground taxing, takeoff and landing of aircraft, exclusive of loading ramps and parking
areas. Taxilanes on the periphery of ramp areas are part of the movement area.
Parking Ramp/Apron—Areas where aircraft are parked, loaded and unloaded and serviced
between flights. Vehicles and aircraft operate in close proximity in these areas, so it is vital to
maintain a safe distance between your vehicle and aircraft. Always yield to aircraft and never drive
under an aircraft or its wings. Slow speed and extreme caution are required in these areas.
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Ramp—Either concrete or asphalt (depending on the weight of the aircraft and the sub-base of the
ground beneath) used to park aircraft or equipment.
Runway—A defined rectangular area on an airfield prepared for the landing and takeoff of
aircraft.
Runway Incursion—Any occurrence at an aerodrome involving the incorrect presence of an
aircraft, vehicle or person on the protected area of a surface designated for the landing and take-
off of aircraft. For the purpose of this instruction, the protected area is the same as the CMA. These
are further classified into three operational categories:
1) Operational Error (OE)—A failure of the air traffic control system that results in loss of
separation.
2) Pilot Deviation (PD)—The action of a pilot that results in the violation of ATC instructions,
AFIs and/or FARs.
3) Vehicle/Pedestrian Deviation (V/PD)—Any entry or movement on the controlled movement
area by a vehicle (including aircraft operated by non-pilots) or pedestrian that has not been
authorized by Air Traffic Control.
Runway Incursion Prevention Working Group—A working group convened after the
occurrence of three runway incursions within a six month period. Chaired by the 78 ABW/CV,
members included are OSS/CC, AFM, Wing ADPM, ATC Chief Controller, Wing Safety, Unit
Commanders and Unit ADPMs and other organizational leadership as determined.
Shared Pass—A industrial area POV pass that is assigned to a unit and controlled by that unit and
issued by 402 AMXG ADPM Group Office.
Taxilane—Ramp space between rows of parked aircraft used to maneuver aircraft to and from
parking spots and taxiways.
Taxiway—Paved area used primarily for aircraft taxiing, towing and occasional parking.
Towlane—-Paved area primarily used for towing of aircraft
Towway—A area used to tow aircraft from one location to another or from an apron to a hangar.
Vehicle—All federal, state, local government, commercial and private vehicles. Low Speed
vehicles, used for material handling or lifting, (i.e. forklifts, tugs, golf carts, Cushman vans, mules,
etc.) bicycles/tricycles and similarly sized conveyances are also considered vehicles.
White Stop Bar—A vehicle access marking on access roads used for entry to the runway and
taxiways.
Common Used Phrases—Acknowledge message - Let me know you have received and
understand this message.
Advise Intentions—Let me know what you plan to do.
Affirmative—Yes.
Correction—An error has been made in the transmission, and the correct version follows.
Go Ahead—Proceed with your message only.
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Hold/Hold Short—Phrase used during ground operations to keep a vehicle or aircraft within a
specified area or at a specified point while awaiting further clearance from the air traffic control.
How do you hear me?—Question relating to the quality of the transmission or to determine how
well the transmission is being received.
Immediately or without—Phrased used by ATC when such action delay compliance is
required to avoid an imminent situation.
Negative—“No” or “permission not granted” or that is not correct.
Out—The radio conversation is ended, and no response is expected.
Over—My radio transmission is ended, and I expect a response.
Read Back—Repeat my message to me.
Roger—I have received all of your last transmission.
Standby—Means the controller or pilot must pause for a few seconds, usually to attend to other
duties of a higher priority. Also means to wait as in “standby for clearance.” The caller should
reestablish contact if a delay is lengthy.
Unable—Indicates inability to comply with a specific instruction, request or clearance.
Wilco—I have received your message, understand it and will comply with it.
Phonetic Aviation Alphabet—. Because some letters have similar sounds, like B and P, the
international aviation industry uses the following words to reduce confusion. For example,
Taxiway B would be referred to as Taxiway Bravo on the radio. Vehicle operators must know and
use the following Phonetic Aviation Alphabet:
A—ALPHA (al-fah)
B—BRAVO (brah-voh)
C—CHARLIE (char-lee)
D—DELTA (dell-tah)
E—ECHO (eck-oh)
F—FOXTROT (foks-trot)
G—GOLF (golf)
H—HOTEL (hoh-tell)
I—INDIA (in-dee-ah)
J—JULIET (jew-lee-ett)
K—KILO (key-loh)
L—LIMA (lee-mah)
M—MIKE (mike)
N—NOVEMBER (no-vem-ber)
O—OSCAR (oss-car)
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P—PAPA (pah-pah)
Q—QUEBEC (keh-beck)
R—ROMEO (roh-me-oh)
S—SIERRA (see-air-ah)
T—TANGO (tang-go)
U—UNIFORM (you-nee-form)
V—VICTOR (vik-tor)
W—WHISKEY (wiss-key)
X—X-RAY (ecks-ray)
Y—YANKEE (yang-key)
Z—ZULU (zoo-loo)
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Attachment 2
ROBINS FLIGHTLINE AND INDUSTRIAL AREAS
Figure A2.1. Robins Flightline and Industrial Area.
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Attachment 3
CONTROLLED MOVEMENT AND RESTRICTED AREAS
Figure A3.1. Controlled Movement and Restricted Areas.
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Attachment 4
AIRFIELD ENTRY CONTROL/FOD CHECK POINTS
Figure A4.1. Airfield Entry Control/FOD Check Points.
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Attachment 5
AIRFIELD SIGNS AND MARKINGS AND LIGHT GUN SIGNALS
Figure A5.1. Airfield Signs and Markings and Light Gun Signals.
Figure A5.2. Airport Signs/Signals/Marking.
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Attachment 6
AIRFIELD DRIVING PROGRAM MANAGER SELF INSPECTION CHECKLIST
A6.1. Instructions. Use the following checklist as a management tool to determine the status of
your unit’s airfield driving program. Your assessment should focus on program integrity,
compliance, and support. As a minimum, this checklist shall be completed annually or within 30
days of changing the primary ADPM. The annual review must be completed when scheduled for
the annual unit inspection conducted by AM, normally in conjunction with the unit safety
inspection. Units are encouraged to add any additional items particular to their unit.
Figure A6.1. Unit Airfield Driver Program Self-Inspection Checklist.
on the airfield?
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2.2. Does the Unit ADPM ensure drivers have a valid
state driver’s license and are qualified to operate
applicable vehicles?
2.3. Does the Unit ADPM ensure airfield drivers have
their color vision tested? Is the AFSC exempt?
2.4. Does the Unit ADPM maintain a list of all drivers
authorized to drive on the airfield with at least the
minimum data (Full name, rank, unit, office symbol,
AF IMT 483 number, any restrictions and date
refresher training is due)?
2.5. Does the Unit ADPM have current and accurate
training documentation on file for drivers that have
been issued an AF IMT 483, Certificate of
Competency, endorsed for airfield driving?
2.6. Does the Unit ADPM maintain a properly
formatted continuity binder with all required
documentation?
2.7. Are the training and testing materials current and
accurate?
3. TDY personnel/Non base assigned Contractors.
3.1. Are TDY personnel/Non base assigned contractors
driving credentials verified (do TDY personnel/Non
base assigned contractors have a valid state/GOV
driver’s license and AF IMT 483 from their home
base)? ADPM should question the need to issue AF
IMT 483 if TDY personnel do not have an AF IMT
483 from their home station.
3.2. Are TDY personnel being trained on driving
requirements in accordance with the local driving
instruction?
4. Training.
4.1. Are potential airfield drivers receiving
academic/classroom training by the ADPM?
4.2. Are potential airfield drivers receiving practical
day and night (as applicable) airfield familiarization
training?
4.3. Are potential airfield drivers receiving a practical
day and night (as applicable) driving test?
4.4. Does the ADPM provide unit personnel with
references and materials necessary to complete
training? Is this material readily available for reference
in the event the program manager or alternate is not
available?
4.5. Is remedial training conducted and documented
on personnel that fail a test or commit a violation?
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4.6. Are drivers receiving annual refresher training
within the established time lines?
4.7. Does the ADPM have a mechanism established to
track annual refresher training requirements? Is the
refresher training being documented on the back of the
AF IMT 483?
4.8. Are trainees administered a General Knowledge
Test?
4.9. Are trainees administered a Runway Incursion
Prevention Test?
4.10. Are trainees administered a Communication
Test to individuals requiring CMA access?
4.11. Are trainees instructed on proper radio
terminology when communicating with the ATCT?
4.12. Are trainees shown the actual location of
Runway Hold-Lines and can they readily provide a
verbal description of Runway Hold-Lines?
4.13. Are trainees familiar with runway entry and exit
procedures and radio “read back” requirement? (A
random interview of unit vehicle operators may be
conducted.)
5. Miscellaneous.
5.1. Is FAA Form 5280-7/AFVA 11 -240, Airfield
Visual Aid Safety Placard, available for each vehicle
operated on the CMA?
5.2. Is FOD prevention and identification part of the
Unit’s Airfield Driving Program?
5.3. Are vehicles used on runways equipped with
Infrared Red Lights/Roof-mounted rotating beacons?
5.4. Is a current airfield diagram in unit assigned
vehicles?
SECTION III – COMMENTS/NOTES (Completed by the Wing ADPM or Unit ADPM)
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SECTION IV – CERTIFICATION (Completed by the Unit ADPM and Wing ADPM)
UNIT ADPM
Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade or
equivalent:
Signature: Date:
WING ADPM
Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade or
equivalent:
Signature: Date:
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Attachment 7
UNIT AIRFIELD DRIVING PROGRAM MANAGER AND TRAINER(S)
APPOINTMENT LETTER
Figure A7.1. Unit Airfield Driving Program Manager and Trainer(S) Appointment Letter.
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Attachment 8
UNIT ADPM TRAINING CHECKLIST
Figure A8.1. Unit ADPM Training Checklist.
UNIT ADPM TRAINING CHECKLIST
SECTION I – TRAINEE INFORMATION (Completed by Wing ADPM)
Name (Last, First, Middle
Initial)
Rank, Civilian
Grade or equivalent
Unit/Office Symbol or
Company Name
Duty Phone
SECTION II – QUALIFICATION TRAINING (Completed by Trainee and Wing ADPM)
Date
Completed
Trainee
Initials
Wing
ADPM
1. Unit ADPM duties and responsibilities.
2. Appointment of unit trainers.
3. Runway incursion prevention.
4. Governing Directives.
4.1. AFMAN 24-206, Operations of AF
Government Motor Vehicles.
4.2. AFI 91-203, AF Consolidated
Occupational Safety, Chapter 24.13.
4.3. AFI 21-101, Aircraft and Equipment
Maintenance Management.
5. Testing requirements to include test
security/compromise.
6. Color vision testing requirements. See AF
Pamphlet 48-133, Physical Examination Techniques
for additional information.
7. Airfield Driver’s training requirements.
7.1. Local Qualification.
7.2. Refresher.
8. Unit ADPM Continuity Binder.
9. Reporting, Enforcement, and Violation
Consequences.
10. Vehicle Passes (Privately Owned/Government
Leased).
11. Controlled Movement Area access for personnel.
12. TDY personnel/Non-based assigned contractors
briefing and or training requirements.
13. Escort procedures.
14. Procedures for issuing revoking and reissuing an
AF IMT 483, Certificate of Competency.
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15. Participate with the Unit AFPM on an actual training session and practical check ride.
16. AF IMT483 CERTIFICATE #
STAMP:
SECTION III – TRAINING CERTIFICATION (Completed by the Trainee and Wing ADPM
or designated representative)
TRAINEE
I certify that I have received and completed all of the above training requirements and will
comply with Local Base Airfield Driving Instruction (ADI).
Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade or
equivalent:
Signature: Date:
WING ADPM or designated representative
Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade or
equivalent:
Signature: Date:
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Attachment 9
AIRFIELD DRIVING TRAINING DOCUMENTATION AND CERTIFICATION
CHECKLIST
Figure A9.1. Airfield Driving Training Documentation and Certification Checklist.
AIRFIELD DRIVING TRAINING DOCUMENTATION AND
CERTIFICATION CHECKLIST
SECTION I – TRAINEE INFORMATION (Completed by the Unit ADPM)
Name (Last, First, Middle
Initial)
Rank, Civilian
Grade or equivalent
Unit/Office Symbol or
Company Name
Duty Phone
SECTION II – QUALIFICATION TRAINING (Completed by the Trainee and Unit Trainer)
Date
Completed
Trainee’s
Initials
Trainer’s
Initials
1. Trainee possesses a valid (List State of Issue)
Driver’s License (List restrictions).
2. Trainee possesses a valid Government Driver’s
License.
3. USAF Airfield Driving Computer Based Training.
[Score: ]
4. Airfield Driver Training Classroom (as directed
locally).
5. Airfield Driving Qualification Training Checklist/
Curriculum. (See Attachment 6)
6. Practical Day Airfield Driver Familiarization
Training (See Attachment 6, Item 4)
7. Practical Night Airfield Driver Familiarization
Training as applicable. (See Attachment 6, Item 4)
8. Practical Driving Test. Includes day and night (as
applicable)
9. Communications Test. [Score: ]
10. Airfield Diagram/Layout Test. [Score: ]
11. General Knowledge Test (Written). [Score: ]
12. Runway Incursion Prevention Test. [Score: ]
SECTION III – Color Vision Test for CMA drivers only. (Completed by Hospital/Medical
Treatment Facility Optometry For)
Check applicable. Normal Color Vision.
Color Blind/Deficient.
Name (Last, First, MI): Grade: Signature: Date:
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SECTION IV – TRAINER CERTIFICATION (Completed by Authorized Airfield Driving
Training Instructor)
I certify that the trainee has received all required qualification training requirements annotated
above.
Name of Trainer (Last, First, MI): Grade: Signature: Date:
SECTION V – TRAINEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (Completed by Trainee)
I certify that I have received and completed all of the above training requirements and will
comply with Local Base Airfield Driving Instruction (ADI). I am also fully aware that no
vehicle or pedestrian shall enter a runway or other controlled movement areas without approval
from the Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT).
Name of Trainee (Last, First, MI): Grade: Signature: Date:
SECTION VI – UNIT CERTIFICATION (Completed by Unit Commander or Unit ADPM)
I certify that the above trainee has successfully completed all training requirements to operate a
vehicle at Local Base. Check all applicable restrictions and or special access.
1. Ramp only
2. Daylight Hours only
3. Other (Specify)
Name (Last, First, MI): Grade: Signature: Date:
SECTION VII – AIRFIELD DRIVING AUTHORIZATION (Completed by the Wing ADPM
or designated representative)
Approved Disapproved AF IMT483 CERTIFICATE #
Name (Last, First, MI): Grade: Signature: Date:
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Attachment 10
AIRFIELD DRIVING QUALIFICATION TRAINING CHECKLIST
Figure A10.1. Airfield Driving Qualification Training Checklist.
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2. Vehicle operator requirements.
Training Outcome(s): Trainee must be
knowledgeable on local procedures and
requirements for operating a vehicle on the
airfield.
2.1. Use of vehicle lighting (e.g.
Daytime Running, Rotating/IR beacons,
hazard/emergency flashers).
2.2. Procedures for reporting an accident
or vehicle maintenance problems.
2.3. Vehicle parking and
chocking requirements.
2.4. Use of perimeter and infield roadways.
2.5. Lateral distance requirements for
mobile obstacles on an apron/ramp and
taxiway.
2.6. Speed limits for vehicles operating on
an apron/ramp and taxiway.
2.7. Requirements for operating a
vehicle within the immediate vicinity of
aircraft.
2.8. Procedures for reporting and
removing FOD.
2.9. Restricted visibility and/or night driving.
2.10. Procedures for operating of
bicycles, tricycles, etc. on the airfield.
2.11. Use of traction control devices
as applicable. N/A N/A N/A N/A
2.12. Emergency Response
Vehicle requirements.
2.13. Vehicle Escort/Convoy
Driving procedures as applicable.
3. Aircraft Operations. Training
Outcome(s): Trainee must be
knowledgeable of hazards associated with
aircraft.
3.1. Right of Way.
3.2. Taxiing.
3.3. Jet Blast safety requirements.
4. Practical Day and Night (as
applicable) Airfield Familiarization
Training. Training Outcome(s): Trainee
must be knowledgeable of the airfield
environment. At a minimum, the trainee
must demonstrate the ability to operate a
vehicle to and from their designated work
areas.
5. Local Airfield Basics. Training
Outcome(s): Trainee must be
knowledgeable of the airfield environment.
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5.1. Familiarize trainee with the following
airfield lighting.
5.1.1. Runway.
5.1.1.1. Edge Lights.
5.1.1.2. Approach Lights.
5.1.2. Taxiway.
5.1.2.1. Edge Lights.
5.1.2.2. Centerline Lights.
5.1.2.3. Guard Lights (as applicable).
5.2. Familiarize trainee with the
following airfield signage.
5.2.1. Runway Hold Sign.
5.2.2. Taxiway Location Sign.
5.2.3. ILS Critical Area Sign.
5.2.4. Direction Sign.
5.2.5. Distance Remaining Sign.
5.3. Familiarize trainee with the
following airfield markings.
5.3.1. Runway.
5.3.1.1. Centerline.
5.3.1.2. Edge.
5.3.1.3. Runway ID Numbers.
5.3.1.4. Threshold Markings.
5.3.1.5. VFR Hold Line.
5.3.2. Vehicle Stop Bars.
5.3.3. Taxiways.
5.3.3.1. Centerline.
5.3.3.2. Edge Markings.
5.3.4. ILS Critical Areas.
5.3.5. Non-Movement Area
Boundary Marking (Industrial Area)
5.3.6. Non Standard Airfield Markings
as applicable.
5.4. Familiarize trainee with the locations
or airfield Navigational Aids and Visual
Approach Aid.
5.5. Familiarize trainee with the location
of Restricted Areas and Entry Control
Points.
5.6. Familiarize trainee with the location
of Free Zones as applicable.
5.7. Familiarize trainee with the
reduced visibility/inclement weather
driving techniques.
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5.8. Familiarize trainee with the location of
the Fire Department, Air Traffic Control
Tower and Airfield Management.
5.9. Familiarize trainee with the location and
use of traffic control devices.
5.10. Familiarize trainee with Jet Blast
hazardous locations on the airfield.
5.11. Familiarize trainee with runway(s)
configuration (e.g. dimensions, location,
designation, etc.).
5.12. Familiarize trainee with the taxiway
configuration (e.g. dimensions, location,
designation, etc.).
5.13. Familiarize trainee with Controlled
Movement Area Boundaries.
5.14. Familiarize trainee with Congested
Areas.
5.15. Familiarize trainee with Robins AFB
Industrial Area.
5.16. Identify Smoking Areas as applicable.
6. Communications. Training Outcome(s):
Trainee must be knowledgeable of proper radio
terminology and ATCT phraseology use on the
airfield.
6.1. Ground Vehicle Communications.
6.2. Procedural Words and Phrases.
6.3. Aviation Phonetic Alphabet.
6.4. Aviation Terminology.
6.5. Procedures for Contacting the ATCT.
6.6. Light Gun Signals (Description of ATCT
Light Gun signals).
6.7. ATCT and or vehicle blind spots.
7. Other.
7.1. Review ADI.
7.2. Runway Incursion Prevention Training.
7.3. Demonstrate the ability to contact ATCT
for approval to enter/exit the CMA. Note:
Required for all personnel that require access
on or across taxiways, helipads and aprons
located in the CMA.
7.4. Demonstrate the ability to contact ATCT
for approval to enter/exit the runway. Note:
Required for all personnel that require assess
on or across the runway.
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SECTION III – TRAINING CERTIFICATION (Completed by the Trainee, Unit ADPM
and Wing ADPM)
TRAINEE
I certify that I have received and completed all of the above training requirements and will
comply with Local Base Airfield Driving Instruction (ADI). I am also fully aware that no
vehicle or pedestrian shall enter a runway or other controlled movement areas without approval
from the Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT).
Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade
or equivalent:
Signature: Date:
UNIT ADPM
I certify that the above individual has completed all local training requirements outlined in
State Local Base Airfield Driving Instruction (ADI). Check all applicable restrictions.
Ramp only
Daylight
Hours only
Other
(Specify)
Prior Experience/Training Verification (dated within 3 months of the first duty/work day)
complete. Individual’s AF IMT483 CERTIFICATE # is /Dated:
Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade
or equivalent:
Signature: Date:
WING ADPM or designated representative (as required) Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade
or equivalent:
Signature: Date:
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Attachment 11
TDY PERSONNEL/NON-BASE ASSIGNED CONTRACTORS TRAINING CHECKLIST
Figure A11.1. Training Checklist.
TDY PERSONNEL/NON-BASE ASSIGNED CONTRACTORS TRAINING CHECKLIST
SECTION I – TRAINEE INFORMATION (Competed by Unit ADPM or Wing ADPM)
Name (Last, First, Middle
Initial)
Rank, Civilian
Grade or equivalent
Unit/Office Symbol or
Company Name
Duty Phone
SECTION II – QUALIFICATION TRAINING (Completed by the Trainee, Unit ADPM
or designated Trainer)
Date
Completed
Trainee’s
Initials
Trainer’s
Initials
1. Explain the difference between
mandatory/informational airfield signs. Provide
examples of mandatory/informational local
airfield signs.
2. Explain the different types of airfield
markings (e.g. runway, taxiway, apron/ramp).
Provide examples of local airfield markings.
3. Explain the different types of airfield lighting
systems (e.g. runway, taxiway, apron/ramp).
Provide examples of local airfield lighting.
4. Identify the speed limits for general/special
purpose vehicles operating on aircraft parking
aprons/ramp and taxiways.
5. Identify the procedures for vehicle operating in
the immediate vicinity of base assigned and
transient (if applicable) aircraft.
6. Explain the requirements for parking and
chocking vehicles and/or equipment on the
airfield.
7. Identify the lateral distance requirements
for mobile obstacles on taxiways and aprons.
8. Discuss Foreign Object Damage (FOD)
control/prevention measures for the
airfield.
9. Identify methods/practices to prevent a
runway incursion.
10. Explain the different types of airfield
violations and their consequences.
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11. Identify the proper radio terminology
and phraseology.
12. Provide a local Airfield Diagram.
13. Identify restricted areas and entry control points.
14. Identify Controlled Movement Area boundaries.
15. Identify Free zones, when applicable.
16. Explain and Identify Robins AFB Industrial
Area.
17. Practical airfield familiarization training. At a
minimum, familiarize individual on route(s) to and
from the designated work area.
18. Explain procedures for Night Driving,
Reduced visibility and Inclement weather, when
applicable.
19. Explain procedures for reporting an accident
or vehicle maintenance problems.
SECTION III – TRAINING CERTIFICATION (Competed by Trainee, Unit ADPM
and Wing ADPM as required)
TRAINEE
I certify that I have received and completed all of the above training requirements and will
comply with Local Base Airfield Driving Instruction (ADI). I am also fully aware that no
vehicle or pedestrian shall enter a runway or other controlled movement areas without
approval from the Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT).
Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade or
equivalent:
Signature: Date:
UNIT ADPM
I certify that the above individual has completed all local training requirements outlined in
State Local Base Airfield Driving Instruction (ADI). Check all applicable restrictions.
Ramp only
Daylight Hours
only Other
(Specify)
Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade or
equivalent:
Signature: Date:
WING ADPM or designated representative (as required)
Name (Last, First, MI): Rank, Civilian Grade or
equivalent:
Signature: Date:
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Attachment 12
SAMPLE AF IMT 483, CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY
Figure A12.1. Sample AF483.
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Attachment 13
SAMPLE AIRFIELD DRIVING VIOLATION NOTIFICATION
Figure A13.1. Sample Airfield Driving Violation Notification.
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Attachment 14
SAMPLE AF IMT 483 SUSPENSION/REVOCATION LETTER
Figure A14.1. Sample AF IMT 483 Suspension/Revocation Letter.
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Attachment 15
SAMPLE AF IMT 483 REINSTATEMENT LETTER
Figure A15.1. Sample AF IMT 483 Reinstatement Letter.
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Attachment 16
PROCEDURES FOR TDY PERSONNEL
A16.1. TDY personnel must contact their hosting unit and inform them of the number of
personnel that have requirements to drive on the airfield, and how long the personnel will
be at RAFB. (Contact AAFM or AFM at 478-222-6570 for non-supported units)
A16.2. The host unit ADPM will maintain a list of all personnel who will be driving on the
airfield. This list will be kept on file with the host unit until the TDY personnel depart RAFB.
Also, fax a copy of this list to AMOPS at 478-926-7480.
A16.3. Confirm that the individual who will be driving on the flightline and/or industrial
area has a current AF IMT 483 from his/her home station in their possession.
A16.4. If yes, annotate on the reverse side: the date trained, who the trainer (instructor) was,
and enter “RAFB” as the refresher. If there is no room on the reverse side of the AF IMT 483,
complete an additional AF IMT 483 and annotate on the reverse side of the new one.
A16.5. If no, the unit ADPM may provide a local briefing/training IAW Attachment 11 of
this instruction and issue a temporary AF IMT 483 for the length of the TDY. See Figure
A14.1 for an example on how the temporary card should be identified.
Figure A16.1. Sample Temporary AF IMT 483.
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Attachment 17
SAMPLE REQUEST FOR PRIVATELY OWNED VEHICLE (POV) PASS
Figure A17.1. Sample Request for Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) Pass.
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Attachment 18
SAMPLE CONTRACTOR/VENDOR REQUEST FOR VEHICLE PASS
Figure A18.1. Sample Contractor/Vendor Request for Vehicle Pass.
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Attachment 19
SAMPLE REQUEST FOR FLIGHTLINE VEHICLE PASS
Figure A19.1. Sample Request for Flightline Vehicle Pass.
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Attachment 20
SAMPLE REQUEST FOR MEDICAL VEHICLE PASS
Figure A20.1. Sample Request for Medical Vehicle Pass.
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Attachment 21
PERSONNEL LISTING OF AIRFIELD DRIVERS
Table A21.1. Personnel listing of Airfield Drivers.
Name Rank Unit/Office
Symbol
AF Form 483
Number
Restrictions Refresher
Date Due
Smith, John GS-9 123 OSS/OSA
78 OSS-001 None 20130812
Shared Pass GS-11 123 OSS/OSA
78 OSS-002 CMA Restricted 20140411
Jones, Joe SSgt 123 OSS/OSA
78 OSS-003 None
Bell, Ken Maj. 123 OSS/OSA
78 OSS-004 Industrial Area
Only
20160204
NOTE: All numbering of AF IMT 483s will start with individual’s unit, office or directorate
symbol and a sequential number. Example: 78 OSS-001.
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Attachment 22
LOCAL RADIO CALL SIGNS
Table A22.1. Local Radio Call Signs.
OFFICE CALL SIGN
WR-ALC CC/CV Robins 1 or 2
78 ABW CC/CV Eagle 1 or 2
78 OSS/CC Nighthawk 1
78 OSS/DO Nighthawk 2
78 OSS AOF/CC Nighthawk 3
78 ABW Safety Safety 5
116th
SOF Apache
116th
Duty IP Geronimo
116th Airfield Management Operations Peachtree
116th
Airfield Management Vehicle Peach Ops
116th
Maintenance Supervisor Dagger
402nd
Maintenance Supervisor Pro Super
78 OSS Airfield Manager Airfield 1
78 OSS Assistant Airfield Manager Airfield 2
78 OSS Airfield Management Operations Vehicle Airfield 3
78 OSS Airfield Management Operations Airfield Ops
78 OSS Weather Vehicle Weather 1
ATCALS ATCALS Maintenance 1, 2
Airfield Electrician Electric 8
Flightline Crew Trans Ops 9, Ops 10
Transient Alert Dispatcher Alert
Transient Alert Vehicles Alert 11, 12, 13
78 CES Inspectors CE 11, 12, 13
Airfield Sweeper Sweeper 6
Barrier Maintenance Barrier 20, 21 and Generator 6, 8
Pest Management Pest 1, 2, 3 or 4
USDA Scarecrow
Airfield Mowers Grasscutter, 1, 2
Aircraft Tows Aircraft type and Tail Number
TDY/Non-base assigned contractors Designated by AMOPS
Fire Chief Chief 1
Assistant Chief Chief 2
Rescue Vehicle Rescue 3
Crash Vehicle Crash 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13, 19
Fire Engine Engine 9, 10, 12
Ladder Truck Ladder 11
Hazmat Truck Hazmat 14, 16
Rescue Tractor Trailer Truck 15
Fire Dept. Support Vehicles Unit 17, 18,
Security Forces Mobile Cruiser Police 1, 2, 4