This instruction implements Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1005.06, Display of the National Flag at Half-staff and Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 34-12, Air Force Protocol, and AFPD 65-6, Budget. This instruction applies to all Regular Air Force (RegAF) units and members including the Air National Guard (ANG) and Air Force Reserve (AFR) units and members. Ensure all records created because 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 the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) located in the Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS). Any requests for records or documents will be processed under the Freedom of Information Act guidelines outlined in AFI 33-332, Privacy Act and Civil Liberties Program, DoD 5400.7-R, Department of Defense Freedom of Information Act Program, and AFMAN 33-302, Freedom of Information Act Program.

This manual, Air Force Instruction AFI 34-1201 Protocol June 2017, establishes policy and provides guidance for excellence in protocol, decorum, customs and courtesies during Air Force ceremonies, conferences and social events, hosting distinguished visitors, and honors afforded at military funerals. Protocol for the military and government agencies is a code of traditional precedence, courtesy and etiquette in matters of military, diplomatic, official and celebratory ceremonies. Military protocol encompasses the knowledge, accumulation and application of established service customs.

This manual implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 36-26, Total Force Development. It describes the movements and procedures for saluting, drill, ceremonies, reviews, and parades. This manual is for general use throughout the US Air Force and is a guide for persons teaching, learning, or participating in drill and ceremonies (see Air Force Instruction (AFI) 34-1201, Protocol). This manual applies to all Regular Air Force units and members including the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve units and members. Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained IAW Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of IAW the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) in the Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS).

This United States Air Force USAF publication, Air Force Manual AFMAN 36-2203 Drill and Ceremonies June 2018, implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 36-26, Total Force Development. It describes the movements and procedures for saluting, drill, ceremonies, reviews, and parades. This manual is for general use throughout the US Air Force and is a guide for persons teaching, learning, or participating in drill and ceremonies (see Air Force Instruction (AFI) 34-1201, Protocol). This manual applies to all Regular Air Force units and members including the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve units and members. Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained IAW Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of IAW the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) in the Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS). Any requests for records or documents will be processed under the Freedom of Information Act guidelines outlined in AFI 33-332, Privacy Act and Civil Liberties Program, DoD 5400.7-R, Department of Defense Freedom of Information Act Program, and AFMAN 33-302, Freedom of Information Act Program. In collaboration with the Chief of Air Force Reserve (AF/RE) and the Director of the Air National Guard (NGB/CF), the Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services (AF/A1) develops personnel policy for drill and ceremonies. Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR), using AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route AF Forms 847 from the field through the appropriate functional's chain of command. The authorities to waive wing/unit level requirements in this publication are identified with a Tier ("T-0, T-1, T-2, T-3") number following the compliance statement.

Being a Protocol Officer is one of the most challenging jobs in the U.S. Military today. You spend your days worrying about the smallest details and planning for every possible contingency, yet in the back of your mind you realize that if something can go wrong, it probably will! Why would anybody want this job? Well, for one thing, being responsible for an important event from start to finish can be very satisfying (plus if it makes your boss look good... you look good). And, unlike many other jobs, being a Protocol Officer gives you a chance to realize the fruits of your labors on a frequent basis as projects occur quite often. Perhaps the most rewarding aspects of this job are the opportunities you will have to meet and impress senior officers--be assured these contacts will serve you well in the future. This book was written to provide an authoritative resource on military protocol that can be referenced as needed for guidance. Some of the topics you'll find inside include: - Entertaining - Order of Precedence - Invitations - Forms of Dress - Titles and Forms of Address - Toasts - Change of Command - Reveille and Retreat - DV Visits - Dinings-In - Retirement & Promotion Ceremonies - And much more By author Dirksen L. Aucutt, owner of ProtocolBible.com, the information in The Protocol Bible: Air Force Protocol and Etiquette for the 21st Century will literally save you hundreds of hours of research, and help you plan and conduct your protocol events in the most professional and accurate manner possible.

This manual implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 36-28, Awards and Decorations Programs; and AFPD 36-31, Personal Affairs. This manual governs the Air Force special trophies, awards, decorations and memorialization programs. It applies to Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard personnel; and where specified applies to Air Force civilian employees paid through appropriated funds. In collaboration with the Chief of Air Force Reserve (AF/RE) and Director of the Air National Guard (NGB/CF), the Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel, and Services (AF/A1) develops personnel policy for the Air Force Awards and Memorialization Program. Ensure 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 the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule located in the Air Force Records Information Management System.

Air Force officers of all ranks, from cadets to generals, both active duty and reserves, will find this revised edition essential reading for a successful career. Fully updated with the latest changes to Air Force policy and procedure, this military reference guide includes: • Current guidelines for training, conduct, pay and benefits, decorations and awards, and more • Extensive updates to uniforms and insignia • Information on family services and benefits • Revised charts, illustrations, and sample forms