What is the purpose of Air Force regulation AFI13-202?
AFI13-202 provides guidance and procedures for reporting, investigating, and recovering overdue or missing aircraft, ensuring prompt actions are taken to locate and protect Air Force assets.

How does AFI13-202 define an overdue aircraft?
An overdue aircraft, as defined by AFI13-202, is any aircraft that fails to arrive at its destination or execute a scheduled mission within the expected or prescribed time frame.

Who is responsible for reporting an overdue aircraft?
The unit or agency that loses contact with the aircraft or realizes it is overdue is responsible for reporting the overdue aircraft to the appropriate authorities immediately.

What is the reporting timeline for an overdue aircraft according to AFI13-202?
AFI13-202 requires immediate reporting of an overdue aircraft to the command post or appropriate management official.

How are overdue aircraft reports communicated?
Reports of overdue aircraft are primarily communicated through established command and control channels, including command post-to-command post or via telephone, secure voice, or data link systems.

What actions are taken once an aircraft is reported overdue?
Once an aircraft is reported overdue, a search and rescue mission is initiated promptly, and appropriate investigative and reporting procedures are followed as outlined in AFI13-202.

Can aircraft temporarily out of contact be considered overdue?
Yes, aircraft that are temporarily out of contact for shorter durations due to known factors, such as weather or communication limitations, are not considered overdue.

How long does the search and rescue mission continue after an aircraft is reported overdue?
AFI13-202 outlines that search and rescue efforts must be pursued diligently until the aircraft is found or declared lost, or until the search and rescue mission is terminated by appropriate authorities.

What actions are taken in case an overdue aircraft is located?
Once a located overdue aircraft is under control, the appropriate authorities are notified, an investigation is initiated, and appropriate actions are taken to safeguard and recover the aircraft.