Appendix O - MacDill Airfield Guidance Memorandum 2020-13-01.pdf

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DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

6TH AIR REFUELING WING (AMC)

MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, FLORIDA

AFI13-213_MACDILLAFBGM_2020-13-01

28 Jun 20

MEMORANDUM FOR MACDILL AFB PERSONNEL

FROM: 6 ARW/CC

SUBJECT: MacDill AFB Guidance Memorandum 2020-13-01 to AFI 13-213, Airfield Driving

ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available for downloading or ordering on MacDill Publications and Forms site at:

https://eim.amc.af.mil/org/6cs/SCX/SCXK/Publications/default.aspx.

RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication.

1. By order of the Commander, MacDill AFB, this Guidance Memorandum immediately implements changes to Air Force Instruction 13-213, Airfield Driving, and establishes policies, procedures, and responsibilities for control of vehicle operations on the MacDill Air Force Base airfield. Compliance with this memorandum is mandatory. To the extent its directions are inconsistent with other MacDill AFB publications; the information herein prevails in accordance with AFI 33-360, Publications and Forms Management.

2. Ensure all records generated as a result of processes prescribed in this publication adhere to Air Force Instruction (AFI) 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program, and are disposed in accordance with (IAW) the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS), which is located in the Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS). The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by the Air Force.

3. This memorandum becomes void after one-year has elapsed from the date of this memorandum, or upon publication of an Interim Change or rewrite of the affected publication, whichever is earlier.

BENJAMIN S. ROBINS, Colonel, USAF Commander

Attachment:

Supplement to AFI 13-213 https://eim2.amc.af.mil/org/6cs/SCX/SCXK/Publications/default.aspx

MACDILLAFBGM2020-13-01 TBD

Attachment 1

MacDill AFB Guidance Memorandum Supplementing AFI 13-213, Airfield Driving

1.1.2.1. (ADDED) The entire airfield is a controlled area, personnel must be escorted, have an Air Force Entry Control Card (AFECC) or be on an Entry Authorization Letter (EAL), with approval through Airfield Management (AM). If entry is gained through an unmanned airfield controlled area gate, it is the user’s responsibility to ensure the gate used is secured. Vehicles on the airfield are required to support operations and maintenance. Although government-owned vehicles (GOV) provide the bulk of required vehicle support, some situations require augmentation by Privately Owned Vehicles (POVs). Vehicle traffic greatly increases the potential for collisions, injury, foreign object debris damage to aircraft, and security incidents, and must be kept to a minimum.

2.7.3.1. (ADDED) Conduct training with Unit ADPMs on the Airfield Driving Training Program (ADTP) website.

2.7.4.1. (ADDED) The wing/base supplement, training curriculum and testing materials are available for review and/or download on the ADTP website and Airfield Driving SharePoint® site. The Uniform Resourse Locators (URLs) shall be provided to Unit ADPMs for dissemination, as needed.

2.7.18.1. (ADDED) The ADTP database provides Unit ADPMs the function to monitor and track unit personnel authorized to drive on the airfield including individuals’s full name, rank, unit, AF Form 483 certificate number, restictions and refresher training due date.

2.7.22.1. (ADDED) Integrate unit’s airfield driving program annual validation into the Commander’s Inspection Program as outlined in AFI 91-201, Air Force Inspection Program.

2.7.22.2. (ADDED) Provide assessment results and program rating (with consideration of widespread and/or critical undetected non-compliance, mission failure, or leadership failure) for each unit via Memorandum for Record (MFR) based on the inspection grading criteria below:

2.7.22.2.1. (ADDED) HIGHLY-EFFECTIVE. 0 – 2 Observations: The rating given to indicate performance or operations exceed mission requirements. Procedures and activities are carried out in a superior manner. Resources and processes are very efficiently managed and mostly deficiency-free. Processes in place are mature and well established.

2.7.22.2.2. (ADDED) EFFECTIVE. 3 – 4 Observations: The rating given to indicate performance or operations meet expectations and mission requirements. Procedures and activities are carried out in an effective and efficient manner. Resources and processes are managed with few deficiencies. Processes in place are sufficient to meet mission requirements.

2.7.22.2.3. (ADDED) INEFFECTIVE. 5+ Observations: The rating given to indicate performance or operation needs significant improvement. Procedures and activities are not carried out in a competent manner or produce unreliable results. Resources and processes are not well-managed. Significant improvement needed to increase efficiency and reliability of program.

2.7.22.2.3.1. (ADDED) The Wing ADPM will conduct a compliance-focused on-site visit to reevaluate a unit receiving an INEFFECTIVE rating and verify their corrective action plan within 90 calendar days.

2.8.3.1. (ADDED) Schedule training for replacement ADPM with the Wing ADPM at least 30 days prior to relinquishing duties.

2.8.6.1. (ADDED) Unit ADPM will identify/document airfield driver’s access by assigning “Restriction(s)” in ADTP to each individual’s profile in the Administrative Actions section under the Personnel List tab. Airfield driving restrictions are listed below:

2.8.6.1.1. (ADDED) (A) – Controlled Movement Area (CMA); designates access onto the runway, taxiways and parking aprons.

2.8.6.1.2. (ADDED) (B) – Non-CMA Only; designates access only onto taxiways and parking aprons.

2.8.6.1.3. (ADDED) (C) – Ramp Only; designates access only onto parking apron.

2.8.6.1.4. (ADDED) (D) – Daytime Only; personnel who have not been trained for or do not need access to the airfield at night will be granted DAYTIME ONLY access. Restiction “D” will only be used in conjunction with either restriction “B” or “C”. Personnel with daytime only access are not authorized to operate within the CMA.

2.8.6.2. (ADDED) Unit ADPM will use the ADTP database to track airfield driver’s access with restrictions to access to the CMA, Non-CMA, Ramp Only.

2.8.12.1. (ADDED) Training records, associated forms, and listing of unit personnel authorized to drive on the airfield are maintained on the ADTP database. Exception: Unit ADPMs must maintain hard copy AFI 13-213, Attachment 7 for all CMA qualified drivers and non-Common Access Card (CAC) holders.

2.8.14.1. (ADDED) The Operational Medical Readiness Squadron (OMRS)/Optometry Clinic provides color vision testing on a walk-in basis with no appointment required. Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 0730L to 1630L; closed weekends, scheduled training days and federal holidays.

2.8.23.1. (ADDED) A random spot check will consist of validating the member’s AF Form 483, current AF Visual Aids (e.g., AFVA 11-240, Airports Signs and Markings, AFVA 13-222, Runway/Controlled Movement Area Procedures), and a current local airfield diagram.

2.8.23.2. (ADDED) Document spot checks, on a locally developed Microsoft Excel spreadsheet, with unit/office symbol of person checked, any discrepancies noted, corrective action taken, if warranted. Place or upload a copy, monthly, in the unit’s airfield driving program continuity binder, tab – J.

2.8.24. Provide classroom training via PowerPoint presentation, developed by Wing ADPM, to all newly assigned unit personnel required to operate a vehicle or approved non-vehicular/equipment (i.e., golf cart, aerospace ground equipment, etc.) on the airfield.

2.11.2. Random spot checks will consist of validating member’s AF Form 483, current AF Visual Aids (e.g., AFVA 11-240, Airports Signs and Markings, AFVA 13-222, Runway/Controlled Movement Area Procedures), and a current local airfield diagram.

2.12.1.1. (ADDED) Provide control tower light gun signals when requested for training purposes.

2.15.1.1. (ADDED) The MacDill Optometry Clinic will only screen CMA drivers and document results on AFI 13-213, Attachment 7 – Airfield Driving Training Documentation and Certification Checklist, Section III. See Paragraph 2.8.14.1. for Optometry Clinic Hours of Operation.

2.16.4. (ADDED) Ensures contract personnel working on the airfield check in/out daily with AM prior to commencing work and upon completion of daily activities.

3.1.1. (ADDED) All airfield driving training materials/cirriculum are loaded on the ADTP website and Airfield Driving SharePoint® site for members to use and process.

3.2.1.1. (ADDED) Required elements of Attachment 7 will be created in ADTP, Step 2 – Get Trained, to allow electronic documentation/certification by the trainee and Unit ADPMs.

NOTE: No hard copy Attachment 7 required for CAC holders or Non-CMA qualified airfield drivers.

3.2.2.1. (ADDED) For Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) unit members, refresher training is recommended to be completed the month prior to, or earlier than refresher due month. Due to these members only coming in certain days of the month, there is a high probability they may become overdue and either be dropped from the system or processed into trainee status.

3.2.2.2. (ADDED) Unit ADPMs shall suspend individuals overdue for annual refresher training via the ADTP website on the first duty day of the following month after the refresher training is due. See Paragraph 4.31.3. for reinstatement procedure.

3.2.3.1. (ADDED) The Airfield Driving Computer Based Training (CBT) element of Attachment 7 will be created in ADTP, Step 2 – Get Trained, to allow electronic documentation/certification by the trainee and Unit ADPMs. NOTE: Unit ADPMs must verify completion before certifying training item as complete.

3.2.4.1 (ADDED) Unit ADPM provided classroom training is required using the PowerPoint presentation developed by the Wing ADPM and available on the ADTP website under the “reference” tab and Airfield Driving SharePoint® site.

3.2.5.1 (ADDED) Practical day and night (as applicable) airfield familiarization training element of Attachment 7 will be created in ADTP, Step 2 – Get Trained, to allow electronic documentation/certification by the trainee and Unit ADPMs/Trainers.

3.3. Base assigned personnel (i.e., military, DoD civilian or contractor) required to operate a vehicle on the airfield must pass the unit and wing-level tests prior to issuance of an AF Form 483.

3.3.1. The unit-level test is contained in and administered electronically via the ADTP website by the Unit ADPMs. NOTE: Once enabled by the Unit ADPM, a member has 72 hours to intiate the unit-level test and 1 hours to finish after test start. The wing-level test is a hard-copy test administered at AM (Hangar 3) or as determined by the Wing ADPM. Authority to administer the wing-level test will not be delegated outside of AM.

3.3.1.1.3. Wing-Level Airfield Diagram/Layout test results will be documented electronically on ADTP, in lieu of the Airfield Driving Training Documentation and Certification Checklist, by the Wing ADPM or AM representative.

3.3.1.2. Wing-Level Communications test results will be documented electronically on ADTP, in lieu of the Airfield Driving Training Documentation and Certification Checklist, by the Wing ADPM or designated AM representative.

3.3.1.3. Wing-Level General Knowledge test results will be documented electronically on ADTP, in lieu of the Airfield Driving Training Documentation and Certification Checklist, by the Wing ADPM or designated AM representative.

3.3.1.4. Wing-Level Runway Incursion Prevention test will be documented electronically on ADTP by the Wing ADPM or designated AM representative.

3.3.1.5.5. The Practical Driving Check-ride element of Attachment 7 will be created in ADTP, Step 2 – Get Trained, to allow electronic documentation/certification by the trainee and Unit ADPMs.

3.3.2. Test failure requirements outlined in AFI 13-213, paragraph 3.3.2.1. – 3.3.2.5. are only applicable for wing-level tests.

3.3.2.1. Members that experience a first failure will only be required to re-test on the section(s) a passing score was not obtained. See AFI 13-213, Chapter 3 for testing minimum passing requirements.

3.3.2.2. Members that experience a second failure will be required to re-test on all testing requirements/sections. Additionally, members will incur a 3-day wait period and must provide

Unit ADPM endorsed recommendation memorandum at the time of retest. NOTE: Unit ADPMs shall contact the Wing ADPM for retest recommendation memorandum template.

3.3.2.3. Members that experience a third failure will not incur a specific wait period before re-test, but must provide Unit Commander endorsed approval to retest memorandum at the time of retest. NOTE: Unit ADPMs shall contact the Wing ADPM for Unit commander retest approval memorandum template.

3.3.2.4. Test results for all sections (Airfield diagram/Layout, Communication, Runway Incursion Prevention and General Knowledge) of the wing-level test will be documented electronically on ADTP, in lieu of the Airfield Driving Training Documentation and Certification Checklist, by the Wing ADPM or designated AM representative. NOTE: Unit ADPMs shall refer to the member’s ADTP profile to determine appropriate material for review/remedial training action.

4.2. The CMA at MacDill AFB airfield is comprised of the runway, to include overruns, and areas 175 ft. east and west of the runway edge depicted on the local airfield diagram. The eastern (ramp-side) limitation is identified by an imaginary line extended through the Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Hold Position markings painted on Taxiways Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta, and Echo. The western (Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) side) limitation is identified by signs located on roads that access the CMA. The Instrument Landing System (ILS) critical areas and the CMA is an integral part of runway operations, therefore, permission to enter the area must be requested and granted by ATCT. NOTE: The runway edge is defined as the physical edge of the pavement.

4.2.1.1. (ADDED) All vehicle operators or pedestrians are required to stop prior to the VFR Hold Postion markings, 175 ft from runway edge (infield grass areas) or posted CMA sign when requesting permission to enter the CMA. Permission may not be requested or granted by any other means than the appropriate radio frequency. A three-way relay message to ATCT is prohibited.

4.2.1.2. (ADDED) MacDill AFB airfield will occasionally close for holidays, down days, and training days. When the airfield is closed and ATCT services are unavailable, procedures for operating in the CMA via the ramp net are outlined below:

4.2.1.2.1. (ADDED) Attempt to contact the ATCT at least twice via the ramp net. If contact is unsuccessful, attempt to contact AM via ramp net or landline. If unable to reach either ATCT or AM, then contact Command Post to verify if the airfield is open or closed. Once verified closed, vehicle operators or pedestrians may proceed in the CMA. NOTE: Vehicle operators and pedestrians must be trained/certified to drive on the airfield or be provided an escort official that is CMA qualified IAW AFI 13-213.

4.2.6. Call Signs (as determined locally). A list of approved vehicle and/or pedestrian call signs for use on MacDill AFB airfield are listed below:

Vehicle Approved Call Sign List

CALLSIGN ORGANIZATION

CMD1 6 ARW Wing Commander CMD2 6 ARW Vice Commander Ops 1 Operations Group Commander Marauder 1 Operations Support Squadron Commander Marauder 2 Operations Support Squadron Director of Operations Airfield Ops 1 Airfield Operations Flight Commander Airfield 1 Airfield Manager Airfield 2 Deputy Airfield Manager Airfield 3-5 AM Ops Personnel Wildlife 1 & 2 BASH Team Safety 1 & 2 6 ARW Safety Airfield Lighting Exterior Electric Personnel Barrier Maintenance 1 & 2 Barrier Maintenance Personnel Power Pro 1/2/3/4 Power Production Personnel Sweeper 1 & 2 Airfield Sweeper Tractor 1 & 2 Airfield Mower/Grass Cutters Chief 1 & 2 Fire Chief and Deputy Chief Crash 4/5/6/7 Fire Department Emergency Response/Crash Vehicles ATCALs 1& 2 Airfield Systems Transient Alert 1 & 2 Transient Alert Personnel NOTE: This list contains only those ground vehicle operators who have mission essential requirements to drive on the airfield within the CMA and communicate with the ATCT on a regular basis. It does not include operators who occasionally communicate with ATCT. All agencies not listed with an approved call sign must coordinate with the Wing ADPM prior to operating within the CMA to be issued a call sign.

4.3.1.1. (ADDED) ATCT will use light gun signals to advise vehicle operators/pedestrians of vehicle/ATCT radio failure as a backup to the runway lights being flashed on and off. Should ATCT not have control of airfield lights for any reason or edge lights are not currently working, the light gun signals will be used. For ATCT light guns signals refer to Air Force Visual Aid (AFVA) 11-240, USAF Airport Signs and Markings.

4.4.4.1. (ADDED) A current locally developed MacDill AFB airfield diagram is available for review and/or download on the ADTP website under the “reference” tab and Airfield Driving SharePoint® site. Refer to the Unit ADPM for website URL.

4.4.5. No hot spots exist on MacDill AFB airfield.

4.6.4. No instrument hold postion markings are required or exist on MacDill AFB airfield.

4.8.13.1. Taxiway speed limit for general purpose vehicles – 25 miles per hour.

4.10.5.1. (ADDED) No unattended vehicles will park in front of hangar doors. This area must be kept clear for aircraft operations and a minimum 25 ft. wing-tip clearance must be maintained.

Exception: AM vehicles are authorized to park in front of Hangar 3 door.

4.11.2. The lateral clearance distance from the apron boundary edge to fixed or mobile obstacle is 50 ft. from the wingtip of any aircraft. When operating off of the edges of a ramp or apron do not park or operate a vehicle within 50 ft. of a moving aircraft. To ensure separation from any aircraft in the Air Force inventory, vehicles should park a minimum of 125 ft. from the edge of the pavement.

4.11.5. (ADDED) Mobile ground support equipment in use (i.e., aerospace ground equipment;

electrical carts; forklifts; tow bar trailers; fire extinguisher carts; material-handling equipment;

flightline maintenance stands; stair trucks; and portable floodlights) may be located on aprons, but must be positioned to provide minimum wingtip clearance distances outlined in Unified Facilities Criteria 3-260-01, Airfield and Heliport Planning and Design, Table 6-1. Equipment in use is defined as support equipment in place not more than three hours before an aircraft arrival or three hours after aircraft departure. When equipment is not in use, it must be removed from the aircraft parking area and stored in areas that do not violate aircraft clearance requirements for normal operating routes (marked taxilanes or taxiways) or other imaginary surfaces.

4.13.1.1. (ADDED) Upon entering the airfield via access gate and/or encountering a Foreign Object Damage (FOD) check marking (image below) all drivers will conduct a vehicle check IAW AFI 13-213, paragraph 4.13.3.

FOD Checkpoint Marking

4.17.1.1. (ADDED) Government Funded bicycles, tricycles and golf carts are only authorized on aircraft parking ramps and flightline road. The use of privately owned non-vehicular/equipment is prohibited, unless coordination/approved by the Airfield Manager.

4.17.1.2. (ADDED) Gasoline-powered Government Vehicles Other (GVO) are authorized to operate on any portion of the airfield to include the CMA, if in direct support of the base/flying mission.

4.17.1.3. (ADDED) Motorcycle safety education and training areas are established within the airfield environment, which are defined as closed areas in the vicinity of Bldg 1194 and the Southern most portion of Bravo ramp.

4.18.1. (ADDED) Additional signs, markings, and lighting exist throughout the airfield to further clarify aircraft, vehicle, and personnel movement areas.

4.18.2. (ADDED) All vehicles/pedestrians will hold short at any additional signs, markings or lighting (as directed) located on a perimeter, in-field or other airfield road providing access into the CMA or ILS critical area and must be granted permission from ATCT via two-way radio prior to entering.

4.19. There are no known communication/signal problems that exist on MacDill AFB airfield.

4.20. Regardless of emergency type (i.e., aircraft crash on runway, brush fire, etc.); ALL VEHICLES must have approval from the ATCT to enter and/or cross the CMA.

4.20.2.1. (ADDED) The primary (initial) response agencies are Fire Department, AM, Crash, Damaged or Disabled Recovery Team, Barrier Maintenance and Explosive Ordnance Disposal.

The secondary (follow-on/support) response agencies are Security Forces, Medical and Maintenance (i.e., support function).

4.20.2.2. (ADDED) Designated standby areas for secondary (follow-on/support) response agencies are at the intersection of Taxiway Golf and Mike for a Runway 22 landing and at Taxiway Hotel for a Runway 04 landing or other location designated by the Fire Chief or incident/on-scene commander.

4.20.2.3. (ADDED) All primary and secondary response personnel requiring access onto the CMA must be fully qualified or be provided escort from a CMA licensed driver.

4.21.1. (ADDED) A portion of the North Boundary Road is located within an Instrument Landing System (ILS) critical area. It must be protected during certain situation, dictated by weather conditions, in order to prevent vehicles from interfering with the navigational signal emitted from the system. Traffic control devices (image below) are installed on the North Boundary Road and appear as a steady red light when activated, alerting vehicles to STOP and hold position for aircraft operations. All individuals must comply with posted signs and traffic control devices.

North Boundary Road Traffic Control Device

4.23.3. (ADDED) Munitions convoys may operate on taxiways as required only when escorted by Security Forces personnel. Security Forces must contact AM prior to escorting munitions convoys on the airfield to ensure the convoy movement does not interfere with airfield operations.

4.25.1. (ADDED) There are in-ground fuel pits on MacDill AFB airfield located on Alpha (North) Ramp. The surrounding area of the fuel pit covers are painted yellow for easy identification (image below).

Fuel Pit Cover Marking

4.28.2.1. The sponsoring unit’s ADPM is authorized to provide a local briefing/training, provided via the Wing ADPM, to temporarily assigned personnel, inspection/survey teams and non-base assigned contractors not requiring access on or across the CMA.

4.29.1.1. (ADDED) AM personnel are responsible for issuing vehicle passes. NOTE: Vehicle pass issuance is not authorized outside of AM.

4.29.3.1. (ADDED) POV, Government Leased Vehicle (GLV) and/or contractor vehicles without company logos are not authorized on the airfield without an approved vehicle pass issued by AM. Vehicles with a GSA license plate and base-assigned contractor vehicles with company logos displayed are excluded from this requirement.

4.29.3.2. (ADDED) Military personnel on Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY) status, not hosted by a unit with an established airfield driving program, will coordinate request for vehicle passes directly with the Wing ADPM and will be approved or disapproved on a case-by-case basis.

4.29.5. Unit ADPMs with assigned personnel requesting POV or GLV passes shall contact the Wing ADPM for the POV or GLV pass request memorandum template.

4.29.5.8. Effective period/dates shall not exceed December 31st of the current year.

4.29.6.1. (ADDED) POV and GLV passes will be differentiated by color. Pass colors will be changed annually as determined by the Wing ADPM. NOTE: A memorandum will be used to outline vehicle pass color designations for annual/temporary POVs and GLVs and forwarded to Security Forces and Unit ADPMs.

4.29.6.2. (ADDED) Passes are non-transferable and only valid for the vehicle of issue.

4.29.7.1. (ADDED) POV and GLV pass will be granted on either an annual or temporary basis.

All vehicle passes and supporting information (i.e., endorsement MFR) must be re-validated annually for the following year, if required.

4.29.7.2. (ADDED) Passes shall be placed on the driver’s side dashboard, so that it is visible to anyone in the area who has been granted unescorted access (Restricted Area Badge). When off the airfield the pass shall be removed from sight and stored. These passes are an accountable item, tracked by AM, and are to be turned in at the final inspection unless contractor has items to complete from the punch list.

4.31.2. The unit commander responsible for AM will concur/non-concur on reinstatement requests and forward a copy to the Wing ADPM. NOTE: Unit ADPMs shall facilitate a written MFR for unit commander reinstatement request, contact the Wing ADPM for memorandum template.

4.31.3. (ADDED) For reinstatement of individuals over due for refresher training (non-airfield driving related violation), the Unit ADPM shall request reinstatement of airfield driving privileges in writing to the Wing ADPM. NOTE: Unit ADPMs shall contact the Wing ADPM for reinstatement of airfield driving privileges memorandum template.

4.32.1. Member profile in the ADTP will be suspended. Only the Wing ADPM can un-suspend the member’s profile.

4.34. A MacDill AFB airfield diagram including a legend to illustrate symbols used to depict requirements outlined in AFI 13-213 is available on the ADTP website under the “reference” tab and Airfield Driving SharePoint® site. Refer to the Unit ADPM for website URL.

4.34.3.1. (ADDED) Restricted areas are identified by a solid red line denoting the boundary (see image below) for a restricted area. Entrance is limited to authorized personnel while displaying an AFECC. Entry/exit into restricted areas can only be made through the white box labeled Entry Point (see image below).

Restricted Area Boundary Entry Control Point

4.34.6.1. (ADDED) Precision Obstacle Free Zone (POFZ). The POFZ is an 800 foot wide by 200 foot long rectangular area centered on the runway centerline adjacent to the threshold designed to protect aircraft flying precision approaches from ground vehicles and other aircraft when the ceiling is less than 300 ft. or visibility is less than ¾ statute mile (or runway visual range is below 4,000 ft).

4.34.9.1. (ADDED) The following areas are not visible from the ATCT (use caution): Bravo (South) Ramp, parking spots B3 - B16, Alpha (North) Ramp, parking spots A8 - A19. Vehicle operators shall use extreme caution while traveling through these areas and give way to any aircraft movement. Avoid leaving vehicles unattended for any length of time.

4.35. (ADDED) Procedures and/or operational restrictions for local units, as required.

4.35.1. (ADDED) There are 4 Distinguished Vistor (DV) aircraft parking spots adjacent to Hangar 3 (airfield side). An emblem is painted on the ground for each spot to identify where the cabin door will be postioned for entrance and exit of passengers. Do not stop, park or drive vehicles over any portion of the painted emblem (see image below).

DV Parking Emblem

4.35.2. (ADDED) Paradrop operations are occasionally conducted on MacDill AFB airfield.

During paradrop operations (HALO and Static), ATCT will give a notice via ramp net “jumpers out in 2 minutes.” Once heard or if the vehicle driver notices parajumpers in the air, all vehicles located on a taxiway adjacent to or in the vicinity of a drop zone (see image below) will STOP until all jumpers are safely on the ground. The ATCT will broadcast via ramp net that all jumpers are on the ground.

Drop Zone Map

NOTE: No vehicle movement is allowed on the following Taxiways during paradrop operations: Charlie, Delta, Echo, Golf (between Kilo and Echo), Hotel, Juliet, Kilo (North of Juliet) and Lima

4.35.3. (ADDED) The primary access point to the airfield for general purpose vehicles is Gate 24V located on the Northside of Hangar 3. NOTE: No special purpose vehicles (i.e., tractors, tugs, forklifts, or sweepers) or vehicles towing equipment are authorized to use Gate 24V. The clearance for Gate 24V is 9 feet.

4.35.4. (ADDED) Special purpose vehicle or vehicles towing equipment shall utilize Gate 27S located on the southside of Hangar 3, or other gates equipped with an automatic opening device or manual gate provided safety and clearance is maintained.

4.35.5. (ADDED) A portion of the aircraft parking apron between the South Ramp and Hangar 5 has deteriorated to a point where it is permanently closed and unusable. Due to the condition and amount of FOD (i.e., loose gravel/rocks), vehicles are not authorized to operate within this area of the apron. The closed portion is identified with double yellow taxiway edge stripes inconjunction with yellow ‘X’s to denote not for aircraft or vehicle use. The area described is depicted on the local airfield diagram for general location.

5.1.4.1. (ADDED) Ground vehicle operators operating on taxiways or beyond any parking ramp/apron (i.e., Alpha/Bravo Ramps) must have two-way radio capability to receive alerts from the ATCT.