SECTION I.  AIRCRAFT ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGN DIPLOMATIC AIRCRAFT

A. GENERAL CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS.

1. All foreign public aircraft that overfly U.S territorial airspace or land in the U.S. must have a diplomatic clearance number (DCN) issued in advance by the Office of International Security Operations, Bureau of Political Military Affairs (PM/ISO), Department of State. The DCN authorizes the aircraft to transit, over fly, or land in the United States and/or its territories, in accordance with the approved itinerary. Foreign public aircraft that land at U.S. military facilities located in a foreign territory do not require a U.S. DCN; however they do require a landing authorization number per paragraph B.5. below.
2. For purposes of diplomatic clearance, "public aircraft" must meet the following criteria:
   
   
   1. The aircraft must be owned by or under the complete control and management of a foreign government.
   2. The aircraft can not be engaged in carrying persons or property for commercial purposes.
   3. The aircraft must be manned entirely by members of the armed forces and/or civil services of such government.
   4. The aircraft must transport only passengers and/or property of such government for the purpose of official government business; or the aircraft may carry neither passengers nor cargo.
3. To obtain a DCN a foreign government must submit information to PM/ISO via the web-based Diplomatic Clearance Application System (DCAS). Once the PM/ISO Diplomatic Clearance Officer verifies that all necessary data is provided and that diplomatic clearance is appropriate, he updates the application on DCAS. The automated system will reflect that clearance has been granted and a unique diplomatic clearance number has been issued.

B. AIRCRAFT CLEARANCE LEAD-TIME AND VALIDITY.

1. Each foreign mission must submit diplomatic clearance requests via DCAS (https://dcas.state.gov) no later than three (3) full work days (72 working hours) in advance of the aircraft’s initial entry into the United States. "Work days" routinely are Monday through Friday, but do not include federal holidays during which the U.S. Government is closed. Except for bona fide emergencies and weather or mechanical delays, amendments are treated as new requests and require the same three working day lead time. For an example not involving a holiday, requests for aircraft to arrive in U.S. airspace on Monday at 1300Z hours must be submitted via DCAS no later than the previous Wednesday at 1300Z hours. Federal Holidays for 2009 are shown in the following table:
   

   holiday table

   2009 Federal Holidays
   Thursday, January 1	New Year’s Day
   Monday, January 19	Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
   Tuesday, January 20	Inauguration Day
   Monday, February 16	Washington’s Birthday
   Monday, May 25	Memorial Day
   "Observed" Friday, July 3 Saturday July 4	Independence Day
   Monday, September 7	Labor Day
   Monday, October 12	Columbus Day
   Wednesday, November 11	Veterans Day
   Thursday, November 26	Thanksgiving Day
   Friday, December 25	Christmas Day



2. Complying with the three working day advance notification procedures is critical to ensure necessary information and adequate lead-time is provided to the various U.S. Government agencies involved with flights into and within the airspace of the United States. In 2007 the President of the United States approved the National Strategy for Aviation Security, resulting in enhanced interagency collaboration on all airspace management activities, including coordination on diplomatic aircraft activities.
3. Exception to the three working day advance notification rule may be made for the following circumstances:
   
   
   1. Bona fide Emergencies: Urgent medical evacuation, humanitarian and disaster assistance, and search and rescue operations are considered bona fide emergencies. Medical emergency requests must be accompanied by information about the emergency, a description of the patient’s condition, and the name and phone number of the hospital where the patient will be treated/evacuated. A medical emergency is considered the possible loss of life, limb, or eyesight, if immediate treatment is not sought within 24 hours. A routine medical flight is not considered a medical emergency and requires the routine three (3) day advance notice as all other flights.
   2. Short-Notice Official Business VIP Flights: Requests concerning short notice VIP flights must be accompanied with information briefly describing the nature of the official government business, to include the name of key participants and location of the meeting. To be granted this exemption, the VIP must be on official business. For purposes of diplomatic clearance, the Department of State considers a VIP to be a cabinet minister or a 3-star general/flag officer, and above.
4. An approved DCN is valid for a twenty-four (24) hour period starting from the arrival time into the United States and a twenty-four (24) hour plus/minus departure time from the United States as specified on the diplomatic clearance. These limited modifications are acceptable for mechanical problems or weather conditions. It is the responsibility of the foreign government to coordinate all changes with the appropriate airport points of contact.
5. Aircraft Landing Authorization Numbers:
   
   
   1. Air Force Aircraft Landing Authorization Number (ALAN): Requests for ALAN must be submitted at least three (3) working days prior to the date of intended landing at a U.S. Air Force installation.
   2. Navy Aircraft Landing Authorization Number (NALAN): Requests for NALAN must be submitted at least three (3) working days in advance of the intended landing date at the U.S. Navy installation.
   3. Army Aircraft Landing Authorization Number (AALAN): Requests for AALAN must be submitted at least three (3) working days prior to the intended landing date at the U.S. Army installation.
6. Flight Routing Authorization: Routing requests must be received by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at least three (3) full working days prior to the scheduled flight. (See paragraph D1 to determine if special routing is required.)
7. It is the foreign government’s responsibility to submit a complete manifest of both crew and passengers to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the Port of Entry (POE) a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours prior to arrival in the United States and/or U.S. territories.
8. Prior Permission Required (PPR) requests must be filed directly with the airport authority. Aircraft commanders are responsible for contacting the installation of intended landing and obtain PPR numbers as required. The minimum amount of advance notice is twenty-four (24) hours; yet, some airfields require greater lead times. Headquarters, United States Air Force will attempt to obtain the PPR number for all diplomatically cleared aircraft seeking permission to land at U.S. Air Force bases and will input the PPR number into DCAS along with the ALAN number.

C. PROCEDURES TO SUBMIT DIPLOMATIC AIRCRAFT CLEARANCE REQUESTS.

1. Each foreign mission in the United States seeking diplomatic clearance must have at least one trained DCAS operator. DCAS users obtain an account by visiting https://dcas.state.gov, selecting "Request Account" in the upper right-hand corner and following the instructions. The PM/ISO Diplomatic Clearance Officer will respond and assist the requestor, as necessary, to use the system.
2. Follow the procedures as detailed in the Diplomatic Clearance Application System (DCAS) User Guide. The User Guide is located within the “Admin” tab after logging into the user’s account at: https://dcas.state.gov.
3. Checklist for ensuring DCAS Application Blocks are properly completed:
   
   
   1. Ensure applicant contact information is complete and current. Provide a reliable after-hours point of contact telephone number for use during urgent situations.
   2. Enter the specific type and model of aircraft.
   3. Enter the aircraft call sign that will be filed on the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) flight plan. Valid public aircraft call signs for diplomatic flights are any alpha-numeric combination not to exceed seven (7) characters, usually beginning with an alphabetic character. If the public aircraft operator has an approved ICAO three letter designator, please use this designator as the first three letters of the call sign. Example: The Royal Australian Air Force’s ICAO identifier is ASY. A call sign for one of their missions might be ASY1234. When entering this information please do not use any blank spaces, dashes, slashes, or any other special characters.
   4. Enter the aircraft tail number or registration number displayed on the aircraft.
   5. Any country wishing to land aircraft at a U.S. military facility must obtain a Landing Authorization Number from the U.S. Air Force (ALAN), U.S. Navy (NALAN), or U.S. Army (AALAN). If a blanket ALAN has been issued by a U.S. military service, enter it.
   6. Enter the name of the pilot, the number of crew on board and the number of passengers.
   7. State the name and title/position of any VIP on board the aircraft. For these purposes, a VIP is defined as a Cabinet Minister or 3-star General/Flag Officer, and above.
   8. State the official purpose of the flight. As appropriate, include the name of person(s) meeting, the name of the conference, the name of the military exercise, etc.
   9. In the free-text Comments section, add anything that may be important for U.S. Government officials to better understand the nature of the flight or any potential issues involved.
   10. Itinerary:
       
       
       1. Enter the time, date, and name of the airport from which the plane is departing immediately prior to entering the United States. Use the four (4) letter ICAO Code for that airport. Put all times in ZULU hours.
       2. Enter the date and time at which the plane will be arriving at its first destination in the United States or at a U.S. airfield. Use the four (4) letter ICAO Code for that airport and put all times in ZULU hours.
       3. In the following rows, please list all U.S. airports to which the plane will be flying, and the dates and times of arrival and departure for each one. Use the four (4) letter ICAO Code for the airports and put all times in ZULU hours.
       4. Enter the date and time at which the plane will be departing from its last U.S. Port. Use the four (4) letter ICAO Code for that airport and list the name and ICAO code for the first destination outside the United States.
       5. For overflights only, ensure the entry and exit points and times are provided, and put all times in ZULU hours.
   11. Describe all weapons and ammunition transported on the flight.
   12. Describe the type of cargo the aircraft is carrying. If the cargo is hazardous, please complete details on the type of HAZMAT.

D. ROUTE, FLIGHT, AND OTHER OPERATIONAL INFORMATION.

1. The clearance is valid only for the itinerary specified in the diplomatic clearance request and any specific routing authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration. To determine if an FAA routing authorization is required, refer to the International Flight Information Manual webpage link for U.S. Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices: http://www.faa.gov/airports_airtraffic/air_traffic/publications/ifim/us_restrictions/
2. An aircraft may not land at an airport that has not been specified on the request form and approved by PM/ISO. The port of entry must be an airfield routinely serviced by Customs and Border Protection. It is the foreign government’s responsibility to submit a complete manifest of both crew and passengers to CBP at the POE.
3. Countries wishing to land aircraft at a U.S. military installation also must coordinate with the appropriate U.S. military service headquarters and receive an aircraft landing authorization number. Both the DCN and the ALAN/NALAN/AALAN are required for diplomatic aircraft landing at U.S. military installations.
4. It is the requesting government’s responsibility to meet other U.S. Government agency requirements, e.g., rules established by the Federal Aviation Administration, relevant Port Authorities, and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Failure to comply with these agency procedures could result in penalties and affect issuance of future diplomatic clearances.
5. Please note the following requirements regarding diplomatic flights into the Washington D.C. metropolitan area:
   
   
   1. Washington National-Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) is not authorized for arrival or departure of foreign public aircraft.
   2. Baltimore-Washington International Airport and Dulles International Airport are located inside the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ).
   3. Andrews Air Force Base and Davison Army Airfield are located inside the Washington D.C. Flight Restricted Zone (FRZ).
   4. For related information, refer to the International Flight Information Manual link for United States Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices at: http://www.faa.gov/airports_airtraffic/air_traffic/publications/ifim/us_restrictions/ and read the Washington, D.C. ADIZ/FRZ Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) prior to filing a flight plan to any airport inside the Washington DC ADIZ/FRZ.

E. POINTS OF CONTACT.

1. For questions about diplomatic aircraft clearances, the Department of State point of contact at PM/ISO is Mr. Rodney Bethea:
   Telephone: 202-736-7158
   Fax: 202-647-4055
   E-mail: betheard@state.gov
2. For after-hours diplomatic clearance of bona fide emergencies and official VIP short-notice requests, the Department of State point of contact is the Political-Military Action Team (PMAT). The PMAT does not handle routine diplomatic aircraft requests that should be processed three working days in advance of the desired flight.
   Telephone: 202-647-9000
   E-mail: pm_at_team@state.gov
3. For aircraft landing number authorizations at U.S. military airfields:
   
   
   1. Air Force Aircraft Landing Authorization Numbers (ALAN):
      Air Force Civil and Foreign Government Aviation Access Branch (AF/A3O-AC)
      Telephone: 703-588-5001
      Fax: 703-588-8099
   2. Navy Aircraft Landing Authorization Numbers (NALAN):
      OPNAV Navy Foreign Liaison Office (N2L)
      Telephone: 703-695-1402
      Fax: 703-695-1586/1560
   3. Army Aircraft Landing Authorization Numbers (AALAN):
      U.S. Army Aeronautical Services Agency (USAASA)
      Telephone: 703-806-0686
      Fax: 703-806-4409
4. For Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Special Routing Authorization:
   Program Manager for International Flight Operations Security (FAA AJR-222)
   Telephone: 202-267-8115
   Fax: 202-267-9208
   Email: 9-ATOR-HQ-RT-IFOS@faa.gov

SECTION II.  CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC CIVIL AIRCRAFT USE OF UNITED STATES DOD INSTALLATIONS

A. USE OF THE UNITED STATES DOD INSTALLATIONS. Department of Defense (DoD) airfields are available for use by civil aircraft so far as such use does not interfere with military operations or jeopardize the military utility of the installation. Access will be granted on an equitable basis. However, the U.S. Armed Forces normally authorizes civil aircraft use of military airfields only in support of official Government business. If exceptional circumstances warrant, use for other purposes may be authorized.

1. DoD will terminate authority to use an DoD airfield if the user’s liability insurance is canceled or if the user lands for other than the approved purpose of use or is otherwise in violation of this instruction or clearances and directives hereunder.
2. Additionally, DoD will not authorize use of DoD airfields in competition with civil airports by providing services or facilities that are already available in the private sector, solely for the convenience of passengers or aircraft operator, solely for transient aircraft servicing, by civil aircraft that do not meet U.S. Department of Transportation (DoT) operating and airworthiness standards, or for unsolicited proposals in procuring Government business or contracts.
3. Civil aircraft operators are responsible for obtaining approved DD Form 2400; DD Form 2401; and DD Form 2402 at least 24 hours prior to arrival at DoD airfields. Landing Permit Application Instructions are available at Landing Permit Application Instructions.
4. Filing a flight plan before departing any DoD airfield is also the responsibility of aircraft operators as are any applicable costs and fees associated with airfield use.

B. AIRCRAFT EXEMPT FROM THE REQUIREMENT FOR A CIVIL AIRCRAFT LANDING PERMIT:

1. Any civil aircraft transporting critically ill or injured individuals or transplant organs to or from a DoD installation.
2. Historic aircraft being delivered for DoD museum exhibits.
3. Foreign government-owned aircraft for which a reciprocal use agreement exists. Aircraft must have an aircraft landing authorization number. Prior permission may also be required by the DoD facility commander.
4. Users under a contractual agreement to any Federal, State or local government agency in support of operations involving safety of life or property because of a natural disaster.

C. CONDITIONS FOR USE OF DOD AIRFIELDS. DoD authorizes use of its airfields for a specific purpose by a named individual or company. The authorization cannot be transferred to a second or third party and does not extend to use for other purposes. An approved landing permit does not obligate DoD to provide supplies, equipment, or facilities other than the landing, taxiing, and parking areas. The aircraft crew and passengers are only authorized activities at the installation directly related to the purpose for which use is granted. All users are expected to submit their application (DD Forms 2400, 2401, and 2402) at least 30 days before intended use and, except for use as a weather alternate, Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) alternate or emergency landing site, must contact the appropriate installation commander or a designated representative for final landing approval at least 24 hours before arrival. Failure to comply with either time limit may result in denied landing rights. Other conditions for civil use of DoD airfields are as follows:

1. Risk. The use of DoD aviation facilities by civil aircraft shall be at the risk of the operator. Except as hereinafter provided for U.S. Government contractors, DoD shall assume no liability or responsibility by reason of the condition of the landing area, taxiways, radio and navigational aids, or other equipment or for notification of such condition; or by the acts of its agents in connection with the granting of the right to use such naval facility. No responsibility is assumed for the security of or damage to aircraft while on property owned or controlled by the U.S. Government.
2. Military Rules. Operators of civil aircraft utilizing a DoD aviation facility shall be required to comply with the air and ground rules promulgated by the Department of the Defense and the commanding officer of the aviation facility. Such compliance shall pertain specifically to clearance authorization for the entry, departure, or movement of aircraft within the confines of the terminal area normally controlled by the commanding officer of the aviation facility.
3. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations. Operators of civil aircraft shall be required to comply with all FAA rules and regulations including filing of flight plans. When such flight plans are required, they shall be filed with the commanding officer or his\her authorized representative prior to the departure of the aircraft. When such a flight plan is not required, a list of passengers and crew members, the airport of first intended landing, the alternate airport, and fuel supply in hours shall be placed on file prior to takeoff, with the commanding officer or with the local company representative as appropriate.
4. Hours of Operation. The use of a DoD aviation facility by civil aircraft shall be limited to the hours when the facility is normally in operation.
5. Inspection. The commanding officer may conduct such inspection of a transiting civil aircraft and its crew, passengers and cargo as he or she may consider appropriate or necessary to the carrying out of his or her duties and responsibilities.
6. Customs, Immigration, Agriculture, and Public Health Inspection
   
   
   1. The civil aircraft commander shall be responsible for compliance with all applicable customs, immigration, agriculture, and public health laws and regulations. He/she shall also be responsible for paying fees, charges for overtime services, and for all other costs connected with the administration of such laws and regulations.
   2. The commanding officer of the DoD aviation facility will inform the appropriate public officials of the arrival of civil aircraft subject to such laws and regulations. He/she will not issue clearances for a civil aircraft to takeoff until such laws and regulations have been complied with. Procedures for insuring compliance with such laws and regulations shall be as mutually agreed to by the commanding officer of the aviation facility and the local public officials.
7. Weather Alternate. If a DoD aviation facility has been approved for use as an alternate airport, radio clearance must be obtained from such facility as soon as the decision is made enroute for such use.
8. Emergency Landings. Any aircraft may land at a DoD aviation facility when necessary as a result of a bona fide emergency. However, whenever the nature of the emergency permits the pilot to select the time and place the landing, it is preferred that the pilot land his/her aircraft at a civil field.
9. Diplomatic Clearances. The user, or requesting government, has obtained permission through diplomatic channels from the host country wherein the facility of intended landing is located, if applicable.

D. TYPES OF CIVIL USE. Listed below are specific types of civil use DoD normally authorizes. Others may be considered if sufficient justification is provided.

NOTE: A complete list of the types of civil use authorized at DoD airfields is located in the table at Types of Civil Use/Verification/Approval Authorities. Also available here are verifications and approval authority required for specific types of use, as well as any associated fees involved.

1. Contractor or Subcontractor Personnel. A U.S. or foreign contractor or subcontractor, operating corporate or personal aircraft, who uses a DoD installation to fulfill the terms of a U.S. Government contract.
2. Demonstration Flights. Permits an aircraft or aircraft component manufacturer to display or demonstrate aircraft (non-aerobatic) or installed components to U.S. Government representatives who have procurement interest or authority, or certification responsibilities.
3. Special Conveyance. Permits government personnel to use a chartered aircraft for single flights between two or more points for official business only. The official directing the travel must authorize use of special conveyance and arrangements for hiring the aircraft must be made by a transportation office.
4. Air Shows. Permits civil aircraft operators to participate in air shows at DoD aviation facilities.
5. Weather Alternate Airport. Permits scheduled air carriers to divert to a specified DoD installation when weather conditions require a change from the original destination while in flight. Aircraft may not be dispatched from the point of departure to a DoD airfield which has been designated as an approved weather alternate.
6. U.S. Government Contract or Charter Operator. Permits an air carrier to use a DoD installation under the terms of a U.S. Government contract or charter agreement by a U.S. Government department or agency other than the Department of Defense.
7. Contractor or Subcontractor Charter Operator. An operator who uses a DoD installation for the transportation of U.S. or foreign contractor or subcontractor personnel or cargo in support of a current U.S. Government contract.
8. Media. Permits representatives of the media to gather information about a U.S. Government operation or event. Use will be considered on a case-by-case basis; for example, if other forms of transportation would preclude meeting a production deadline or if use would be in the best interest of the U.S. Government, authorization would be warranted.
9. Other. Under certain circumstances, based on the justification provided, use of DoD installations may be authorized for:
   
   
   1. Aircraft certification testing as required by Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) which does not involve use of DoD testing hardware.
   2. Commercial development testing at DoD flight test facilities.
   3. Commercial charter operations.
   4. Commercial aircrew training flights.
   5. Private, non-revenue producing flights for personal or company convenience.
   6. Temporary scheduled air service.
   7. Foreign government charter.
   8. Flights transporting foreign military sales (FMS) material. (Hazardous, oversized, or classified cargo only.)

E. APPLICATION PROCEDURES. To allow time for processing, the application (DD Forms 2400, 2401, and 2402) and a self-addressed, stamped envelope should be submitted at least 30 days before the date of the first intended landing. The name of the user must be the same on all forms. Original, hand scribed signatures, not facsimile elements, are required on all forms. The user is responsible for reviewing this instruction and accurately completing the forms before submitting them to the approving authority. To allow time for processing, all documents shall be submitted at least 30 days before the date of the first intended landing. The name of the user must be the same on all forms. Original handwritten signatures, not facsimiles, are required on all forms.

1. Permit Renewal. When a landing permit expires, DD Forms 2401 and 2400 must be resubmitted for continued use of DoD airfields. NOTE: Corporations must resubmit the DD Form 2402 every five years.

F. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. Applicants must provide proof of third-party liability insurance on a DD Form 2400, with the amounts stated in U.S. dollars.

G. PROCESSING A PERMIT APPLICATION. Upon receipt of an application (DD Forms 2400, 2401, and 2402) for use of a DoD airfield, the decision authority determines the availability of the airfield and its capability to accommodate the purpose of use requested; determines the validity of the request, ensures all entries on DD Forms 2400, 2401, and 2402 are in conformance with policy; and approves DD Form 2401 with conditions or limitations noted.

H. UNAUTHORIZED LANDINGS. To allow time for processing, the application (DD Forms 2400, 2401, and 2402) and a self-addressed, stamped envelope should be submitted at least 30 days before the date of the first intended landing. The name of the user must be the same on all forms. Original, hand scribed signatures, not facsimile elements, are required on all forms. The user is responsible for reviewing this instruction and accurately completing the forms before submitting them to the approving authority. To allow time for processing, all documents shall be submitted at least 30 days before the date of the first intended landing. The name of the user must be the same on all forms. Original handwritten signatures, not facsimiles, are required on all forms.

1. Emergency Landings. Any aircraft operator who experiences an inflight emergency may land at any DoD airfield without prior authorization (approved DD Form 2401 and 24 hours prior notice). An in-flight emergency is a situation that makes continued flight hazardous. An operator making an emergency landing is not charged a landing fee but pays all costs for labor, material, parts, use of equipment and tools, etc., necessary to handle the emergency.
2. Inadvertent Unauthorized Landings. A landing is considered to be inadvertent if the aircraft operator landed due to flight disorientation or mistook the DoD airfield for a civil airport.
   
   
   1. Normal landing fees must be charged and an unauthorized landing fee may be assessed to compensate the Government for the added time, effort, and risk involved in the inadvertent landing.
3. Intentional Unauthorized Landings. An unauthorized landing is considered intentional when there is unequivocal evidence that the pilot deliberately landed without an approved DD Form 2401 on board the aircraft, landed for a purpose not approved on the DD Form 2401, operated an aircraft not of a model or registration number on the approved DD Form 2401, did not request or obtain the required final approval from the installation commander or a designated representative at least 24 hours before aircraft arrival, did not obtain landing clearance from the air traffic control tower, landed with an expired DD Form 2401, obtained landing authorization through fraudulent methods, or landed after having been denied a request to land from any DoD authority, including the control tower.
   
   
   1. Normal landing fees and an unauthorized landing fee must be charged. Intentional unauthorized landings increase reporting, processing, and staffing costs; therefore, additional charges will be incurred.
   2. Intentional unauthorized landings may be prosecuted as a criminal trespass, especially if a debarment letter has been issued. Repeated intentional unauthorized landings prejudice the user's FAA operating authority and jeopardize future use of DoD airfields.
4. Detaining an Aircraft:
   
   
   1. An installation commander in the United States, its territories, or its possessions may choose to detain an aircraft for an intentional unauthorized landing until the unauthorized landing has been reported to the FAA, appropriate Service organizations, and the appropriate U.S. Attorney; and after all applicable charges have been paid.
   2. The pilot and passengers will not be detained longer than is necessary for identification. However, no person, solely due to an intentional unauthorized landing, will be detained involuntarily after identification is complete without coordination from the appropriate U.S. Attorney and the appropriate Service headquarters and field commanders.

I. PARKING AND STORAGE. The time that an aircraft spends on an installation is at the discretion of the installation commander or a designated representative but should be linked to the purpose of use authorized.

J. FEES FOR LANDING, PARKING, AND STORAGE.

1. Landing, parking, and storage fees are determined by aircraft maximum gross takeoff weight (MGTOW). All fees are normally due and collectable at the time of use of the DoD airfield.
2. Fees are not charged when the aircraft is operating in support of official Government business or for any purpose, the cost of which is subject to reimbursement by the U.S. Government. Parking and Storage Fees are charged if an aircraft must remain beyond the period necessary to conduct official Government business and for all non-official Government business operations.

K. AVIATION FUEL AND OIL PURCHASES. When a user qualifies, purchase of DoD fuel and oil may be made on a cash or credit basis. For the Air Force, an application for credit authority can be filed by submitting an Authorized Credit Letter to SA-ALC/SFRL, 1014 Andrews Road, Building 1621, Kelly AFB TX 78241- 5603.

L. SUPPLY AND SERVICE CHARGES. A personal check with appropriate identification, cashier’s check, money order, or cash are acceptable means of payment for supplies and services furnished to a user.

M. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS.

1. Air Force Policy Directive 10-10, Joint Use of Military and Civilian Flying Facilities
2. Air Force Instruction 10-1001, Civil Aircraft Landing Permits
3. Air Force Instruction 10-1002, Agreements for Civil Aircraft Use of Air Force Airfields
4. Air Force Instruction 10-1801, Foreign Governmental Aircraft Landings at United States Air Force Installations
5. Army Regulation 95-2, Air Traffic Control, Airspace, Airfields, Flight Activities, and Navigational Aids
6. OPNAV Instruction 3700.19D, Foreign Military and State Aircraft Landing Clearance Procedures

N. DAYLIGHT SAVING AND STANDARD TIME. Daylight saving time (DST) is from 0200 on the second Sunday in Mar thru 0200 on the first Sunday in Nov. Standard time is 0200 the first Sunday in Nov thru 0200 on the second Sunday in Mar.

SECTION III.  US MILITARY AIRPORTS OF ENTRY

A. DEFINITIONS

1. Airport of Entry:  Designated airport where initial entry to a country must be made to obtain border clearances.  In the U.S., an airport where initial entry can be made without permission to land from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.  At least one hour advance notice of arrival is required.  Advanced notice requirements may be accomplished by filing an appropriate flight plan with FAA authorities.  At airports that do not provide this service (flight plan notification) notices of arrival must be made directly to CBP.
2. International Airport: Any airport designated by:
   
   
   1. The Secretary of the Treasury or the Commissioner of Customs as a port of entry for aircraft arriving in the U.S. from any place outside the U.S. and for the merchandise carried on such aircraft.
   2. The Attorney General as a port of entry for aliens arriving on such aircraft.
   3. The Secretary of Health and Human Services as a place for quarantine.

A listing of international airports may be found by referring to the International Flight Information Manual (IFIM) Web Site: http://www.faa.gov/ats/aat/ifim/ifim0303.htm

3. Landing Rights Airport: In the U.S., an airport where initial entry can be made after application for permission to land is submitted in advance and approved by U.S. Customs.  At least one hour advance notice of arrival is required.  More information on landing rights airports may be obtained by viewing the IFIM web site: http://www.faa.gov/ats/aat/ifim/ifim0303.htm
4. User Fee Airports:  Certain airports that do not meet the criteria for a Customs port of entry may petition to become a designated “user fee” airport.  “User fee” airports are designated as such because private aircraft operators are usually required to reimburse the airport operator for the costs of processing their arrivals.  A current list of designated “user fee” airports may be found at the IFIM web site: http://www.faa.gov/ats/aat/ifim/ifim0303.htm

B. US MILITARY AIRPORTS OF ENTRY (R-AOEs):

1. Andrews AFB (KADW) / Camp Springs, MD
2. Charleston AFB (KCHS) / Charleston, SC
3. Dover AFB (KDOV) / Dover, DE
4. Eielson AFB (PAEI) / Fairbanks, AK
5. Elmendorf AFB (PAED) / Anchorage, AK
6. Hickam AFB (PHIK) / Oahu / Honolulu, HI
7. McChord AFB (KTCM) / Tacoma, WA
8. McGuire AFB (KWRI) / Wrightstown, NJ
9. Norfolk NAS (KNGU) / Norfolk, VA
10. Travis AFB (KSUU) / Fairfield, CA

1. For Eielson AFB (PAEI) and McChord AFB (KTCM):  Customs available 24 hrs daily, 1 hr 30 min advance notice required.
2. Elmendorf AFB (PAED):  Customs available 24 hrs daily, 2 hrs advance notice required.