This particular Airman is a career SMSgt with nearly twenty years under his belt. He is a Crew Chief on multi-billion dollar fighter aircraft and responsible for not only the aircraft but the people under him. He has had no adverse actions and was promoted faster than his peers. Additionally, he has deployed for numerous contingency (combat) operations and has received awards for those. But he is not unique in all of this. He is actually more the standard than the exception.
In any case, a model Airman right? Someone who can be trusted. So, guess what his Commander requires when he wants to take leave away from the local area of the base?
In any case, a model Airman right? Someone who can be trusted. So, guess what his Commander requires when he wants to take leave away from the local area of the base?
- Verification that his record of emergency contacts is up to date. He must email a copy to his Commander.
- Certification that he has purchased enough masks to last the duration of the leave period with multiple changes. (I wonder if this Commander makes sure his female subordinates have enough feminine hygiene products on hand prior to approving their leave?)
- Photos of the approved M-95 masks that were purchased for the trip.
- A copy of his route if driving, including hotel and mandated stops for rest.
- A copy of all airline tickets/reservations, hotels reservations, and car rental arrangements.
- An itinerary of where he will be going and what he will be doing at the final leave location.
- A certification that he will not deviate from his itineraries without leadership approval.
- Documentation of masking laws for the various states and cities he will be transiting through and visiting along with a statement that he will abide by all those ordinances.
- Affirmation that he will abide by all applicable laws and Air Force AFIās including AFI 1-1, even in civilian clothes. This includes the consumption of marijuana, even in locations where it is legal.
- A test text message between him and the Commander and affirmation that he will not turn his phone off or let the battery get below 50% charge.