AIR FORCE PAMPHLET 34-1202 OF THE AIR FORCE 8 MAY …

1 BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AIR FORCE PAMPHLET 34-1202 10 JANUARY 2013 Incorporating Change 1, 30 JANUARY 2015 Services GUIDE TO PROTOCOL COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available for downloading or ordering on the e-Publishing website at RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication OPR: AF/A1SA Supersedes: AFPAM 34-1202 , 4 October 2006 Certified by: AF/A1S (Brigadier General Eden J. Murrie) Pages: 124 This PAMPHLET is an informational how to publication that provides historical references and guidance on directives found in AFPD 34-12, Air FORCE Protocol, and AFI 34-1201, Protocol. This PAMPHLET applies to Regular Air FORCE , Air FORCE Reserve, and Air National Guard to the extent they are capable of providing the required services.

2 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 Protocol. This Air FORCE PAMPHLET (AFPAM) may be supplemented at any level; all MAJCOM level supplements must be approved by the HSB prior to certification and approval. Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) using the AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route AF Form 847s from the field through the appropriate functional chain of command. Ensure that 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.

3 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 . SUMMARY OF CHANGES This interim change clarifies activities and sequences of events for various ceremonies. A margin bar (|) indicates newly revised material. 2 AFPAM34-1202 10 JANUARY 2013 Chapter 1 AIR FORCE PROTOCOL PROGRAM 7 Scope.. 7 Overview .. 7 Chapter 2 FLAG BACKGROUND 8 Purpose.. 8 Reference.. 8 Overview.. 8 U.. 8 Flag Burning Service.. 9 Flag Burning Ceremony.. 9 Flag Ordering for Special Ceremonies.. 9 Display of Flags.. 10 The History of the Stars and Stripes.. 10 Origin of The Colors.. 11 When to Use Flags.

4 11 Automobile Flags.. 11 Air FORCE Boat Flags and Plates.. 11 Air FORCE Automobile Plates.. 11 Air FORCE Aircraft Plates.. 11 Automobile Flag, Plates, and Aircraft Plates for Other Than Air FORCE members. 11 Chapter 3 FUNDING 13 Introduction.. 13 Appropriated Funds (APF).. 13 Nonappropriated Funds (NAFs) for Special Morale and Welfare (SM&W) Purposes.. 13 When Government Funds Are Not Authorized or Available.. 14 Appropriated Funds for Postage.. 14 Chapter 4 MEMENTOS 16 Introduction.. 16 Stewardship.. 16 Inventories.. 16 Sources of Mementos.. 16 Stocking Mementos.. 17 AFPAM34-1202 10 JANUARY 2013 3 Presentation.. 17 Honoraria.. 17 Accepting Gifts.. 18 Chapter 5 TRANSPORTATION 19 Introduction.

5 19 Authorized Use.. 19 Unauthorized Uses.. 19 Using Good Judgment.. 19 Military Airlift.. 20 Spouse and Dependent Travel.. 20 Chapter 6 ADDRESSING ENVELOPES 22 Introduction.. 22 Reference.. 22 Guidelines.. 22 Examples.. 23 Chapter 7 PRECEDENCE 25 Introduction.. 25 Chapter 8 CUSTOMS AND COURTESIES 26 Introduction.. 26 Reference.. 26 Overview.. 26 Salutes.. 26 Visiting Ships of the Navy.. 28 Other Forms of Salutes.. 29 Positions of Honor.. 29 American Military Decorations.. 30 Other Official Customs of the Service.. 31 Service Semantics.. 31 Chapter 9 FORMS OF DRESS 33 Introduction.. 33 Formal Attire.. 33 Business Suit .. 33 4 AFPAM34-1202 10 JANUARY 2013 Business Casual.. 33 Casual Attire.

6 34 Sports Attire.. 34 Dress for Retired Members.. 34 Dress for Protocol Officers and Staff .. 34 Chapter 10 ADMINISTRATION 35 Types of Invitations.. 35 Elements of an Invitation (Figure 10.. 35 Figure Invitation Example .. 37 Preparing Invitations.. 37 Addressing Envelopes (see Chapter 6).. 38 Mailing/Distributing Invitations.. 38 R.. 38 R.. 38 Postponing and Recalling Invitations.. 39 Name Tags.. 39 Table Seating and Arrangements.. 39 Place Cards.. 39 Seating Designators.. 39 Table Settings.. 40 Menu Cards.. 40 Food Cards.. 41 Chapter 11 FLIGHT LINE 42 Introduction.. 42 Chapter 12 DISTINGUISHED VISITORS (DVS) 43 Introduction.. 43 Initial Notification of a Visit.. 43 Planning.. 43 International Dignitaries.)

7 49 Execution.. 52 Post-Visit.. 54 Chapter 13 CONFERENCES 55 AFPAM34-1202 10 JANUARY 2013 5 Introduction.. 55 Planning Factors.. 55 Intermediate Stages (Two to Three Weeks Out).. 56 Final Stages (One to Two Weeks Out).. 56 Just Prior.. 56 During Conference.. 57 After Conference.. 57 Chapter 14 MILITARY CEREMONIES 58 Ceremony General Management.. 58 Military Funerals.. 60 Individual Retirements.. 61 Promotion Ceremony.. 62 Change of Command.. 64 Activation, Inactivation and Redesignation Ceremonies.. 66 Re-enlistment Ceremony.. 68 Award Ceremony.. 68 Decoration Ceremony.. 69 Reveille and Retreat.. 70 Building Dedication/Ribbon Cutting.. 70 POW/MIA Ceremonies.. 71 Fallen Warrior Ceremony.

8 73 Memorial Service .. 74 Remembrance Service .. 75 Chapter 15 SOCIAL FUNCTIONS 77 Seating Arrangements.. 77 The Receiving Line.. 77 Toasts.. 79 Additional Factors.. 81 Dinners.. 81 Receptions.. 82 Chapter 16 DININGS IN AND DININGS OUT 83 Overview.. 83 6 AFPAM34-1202 10 JANUARY 2013 Background.. 83 Purpose.. 84 Dining in.. 85 Dining out.. 85 Combat Dining in.. 85 Attendance.. 85 Guests of the Mess.. 85 Dress.. 85 Key Players.. 85 Planning Considerations.. 88 Conducting the Dining in.. 91 Rules of the Mess.. 95 A Final Word.. 96 Attachment 1 GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 97 Attachment 2 TABLE SEATING ARRANGEMENTS 100 Attachment 3 TITLES AND FORMS OF ADDRESS 106 Attachment 4 TABLE SERVICE EQUIVALENT UNIFORMS 118 Attachment 5 ESCORT OFFICER GUIDE 120 AFPAM34-1202 10 JANUARY 2013 7 Chapter 1 AIR FORCE PROTOCOL PROGRAM Scope.

9 This PAMPHLET provides guidance and history for excellence in protocol, decorum, customs and courtesies during Air FORCE ceremonies, conferences, and social events, in hosting distinguished visitors and in honors afforded at military funerals. MAJCOM, DRU, and FOA commanders and the Chief, National Guard Bureau, may issue additional guides specific to their protocol operations so long as it further supports the goals of the United States Air FORCE and specific military missions. Overview Refer to AFI 34-1201 for a full overview and a delineation of roles and responsibilities associated with Air FORCE protocol 8 AFPAM34-1202 10 JANUARY 2013 Chapter 2 FLAG BACKGROUND Purpose. This chapter provides tools, background and historical information on the display, disposition, and use of flags.

10 Reference. Flags are an integral part of Air FORCE events. AFI 34-1201 provides directive guidance. The following information on flags is historical and informational in nature. Overview. Flags play an important role in military ceremonies. There are very formal rules of etiquette with regard to their use and display. The national flag of the United States of America is the most important symbol of our nation's past and future. It is important to display it proudly and properly. This chapter consolidates information from many sources and serves as a reference. U. S. and Foreign National Anthems. The U. S. National Anthem. Francis Scott Key s "The Star Spangled Banner" became the national anthem on 3 March 1931. THE STAR SPANGLED BANNER O say!