AFI 11-2C-130v3 - BITS

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those duty passengers on TWCF funded travel orders delayed at locations where TWCF
funds are available.
6.45. Maintenance. Complete the AFTO Form 781 after each flight. After landing,
crewmembers debrief maintenance personnel on the condition of the aircraft, engines, avionics
equipment, and all installed special equipment as required. At stations without maintenance
support, when a maintenance requirement exists the PIC will ensure a thorough debrief is
provided to the C2 agency. On all AMC and AMC-gained missions, notify 618 AOC (TACC)
Logistics Control (618 AOC (TACC)/XOCL).
6.45.1. An entry will be placed in AFTO 781A, "Aircraft Subjected to Salt Spray" (state
lowest altitude and duration) anytime the aircraft is flown under 2000 feet above sea except
for takeoffs and landings.
6.46. Border Clearance. The border clearance responsibility will be as designated by the base
or area command in accordance with DOD 4500.54G FCG, AMCI 24-101V16, Military Airlift –
Border Clearance, and AMC Aircrew Border Clearance Guide.
6.46.1. Normal Operations.
6.46.1.1. The unit dispatching the mission is normally responsible for the border
clearance of its aircraft.
6.46.1.2. When support is not available, border clearance is the responsibility of the PIC.
Duties may be assigned to ground personnel or to the loadmaster, but the PIC retains
ultimate responsibility. When an aircraft is on-loaded at a base without an air traffic
function, the PIC is responsible for ensuring the following:
6.46.1.2.1. Crewmembers, troops, and passengers possess current passports and valid
visas, when required.
6.46.1.2.2. Crewmembers, troops, and passengers have current certificates of
immunization (shot record).
6.46.1.2.3. Cargo entry documents are in proper order.
6.46.1.2.4. Departing or entering the United States through a location where border
clearance can be obtained.
6.46.1.2.5. Obtaining border clearance for aircraft cargo, passengers, crew and
baggage, if required, before takeoff to a foreign area or after arrival from a foreign
area.
6.46.1.2.6. Spraying the aircraft (see the DOD 4500.54G FCG and paragraph 6.47).
6.46.2. Procedures for US Entry.
6.46.2.1. Enroute, the loadmaster will distribute personal customs declarations (when not
accomplished by passenger services) to all passengers, troops, and crewmembers. The
loadmaster will also brief passengers and crewmembers on customs regulations, and
prepare and compile necessary border clearance forms for the PIC's signature.
6.46.2.2. Enroute, notify the C2 agency at the base of intended landing of any change in
ETA to ensure that border clearance is accomplished as soon as possible after landing.