What is the purpose of AirForce regulation AFI65-603?
AFI65-603 establishes the guidelines and procedures for the use of Emergency and Extraordinary Expense (EEE) Authority in the AirForce. It aims to ensure that necessary expenses can be promptly paid to maintain operational readiness and support essential AirForce activities during emergencies or extraordinary circumstances.

What constitutes an emergency or extraordinary circumstance?
Emergencies refer to unforeseen events or situations that require immediate action to protect life, property, or mission readiness. Extraordinary circumstances include situations beyond normal operational requirements, such as natural disasters, large-scale military operations, or urgent national security needs.

Who has the authority to approve EEE funds?
Under AFI65-603, the authority to approve EEE funds is delegated to specific individuals within the AirForce chain of command. Depending on the dollar amount involved, approval thresholds may vary, and they are outlined in the regulation.

Can EEE funds be used for non-mission related activities?
No, EEE funds can only be used for expenses that are directly related to the maintenance of operational readiness or supporting essential AirForce activities during emergencies or extraordinary circumstances.

How are EEE funds obtained?
EEE funds can be obtained through a variety of means, including reallocation of existing funds, utilization of contingency funds, or through specific appropriations provided by Congress for emergency or extraordinary expenses.

Is there a limit to the amount of EEE funds that can be allocated?
There are no fixed dollar limits outlined in AFI65-603 for the allocation of EEE funds. However, the authority to approve funds varies depending on the nature and scope of the emergency or extraordinary circumstance.

What documentation is required to justify the use of EEE funds?
AFI65-603 mandates that any request for EEE funds must be accompanied by appropriate justification, including a detailed explanation of the emergency or extraordinary circumstance, its impact on mission readiness, and the specific expenses being requested.

Are there any reporting requirements for the use of EEE funds?
Yes, AFI65-603 requires periodic reporting on the use of EEE funds. The timing and format of these reports are determined by the approving authority and must accurately account for the expenses incurred.

Can EEE funds be used for personnel-related costs?
Yes, EEE funds can be used for personnel-related costs, such as hazard pay, temporary duty assignments, or emergency leave travel, when such expenses are directly related to the emergency or extraordinary circumstance.