This United States Air Force policy, Department of the Air Force Manual DAFMAN 13-204 Volume 3 Air Traffic Control April 2024, implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 13-2, Air Traffic Control, Airfield, Airspace, and Range Management. It applies to all civilian employees and uniformed members of the United States Space Force, Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard organizations (to include contracted locations) who operate or administer functions and facilities for Air Traffic Control (ATC). At joint, shared use, and host nation airfields, this manual applies to the facilities controlled and used exclusively by the Department of the Air Force, as outlined in international agreements, real estate documents or other written agreements. This manual outlines key duties and responsibilities of ATC personnel. This manual also provides detailed guidance, procedures, and programs for managing ATC where the Air Force has functional oversight responsibility.
