DAFMAN 36-3004 — index record
| Number | DAFMAN 36-3004 |
|---|---|
| Title | EXPERIENCED AVIATOR RETENTION INCENTIVE (EARI) PROGRAM |
| Published | July 8, 2025 |
| Certified current | July 8, 2025 |
| Office of primary responsibility | AF/A1 |
| Issued by | Headquarters, Department of the Air Force |
| Status on the index | Current |
| Last index action | UpdateContact, September 11, 2025 |
| Source index | Air Force e-Publishing |
| Index last read | October 20, 2026 |
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From the publication itself
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Purpose, in the publication’s words
This publication implements Department of the Air Force Policy Directive (DAFPD) 36-30, Military Entitlements. It provides eligibility requirements and governs the Aviation Bonus (AvB) for all Air Force officers as authorized by Title 37 United States Code (USC), Section 334 Special Aviation Incentive Pay and Bonus Authorities for Officers as well as Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 7730.67, Aviation Incentive Pays and Bonus Program. This publication applies to Regular Air Force, United States Space Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard personnel. In collaboration with the Chief of Air Force Reserve (AF/RE) and Director of the Air National Guard (NGB/CF), the Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel, Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Personnel (SF/S1), and Services (AF/A1) develops personnel policy for the Air Force AvB program. Ensure all records generated as a result of processes prescribed in this publication adhere to Air Force Instruction (AFI) 33-322, Records Management and Information
Summary of changes, as printed
This document has been substantially revised and needs to be completely reviewed. Major changes include program name change from Experienced Aviator Retention Incentive to Aviation Bonus, incorporation of AFGM 2024-01, and updating the references, eligibility, and the hierarchy of roles. DAFMAN36-3004 8 JULY 2025 3
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