Outbound Assignments

Once you have received your official assignment notification email from AFPC, members MUST visit their vMPF account within 7 calendar days to review and complete the “Initial Assignment Briefing”. Once completed, send “Page 8” of the “Initial Assignment Briefing” to 811.FSS.Outbound.Assignments@us.af.mil.

Outbound Assignments Briefing (Virtual) are every 1st & 3rd Thursday of every month from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM via Zoom.

ZOOM link: https://www.zoomgov.com/ Meeting ID: 160 124 8326 Passcode: FSS

NOTE: vOP checklist WILL NOT be loaded until after attending the Virtual Assignments Briefing.

You can find information on updating your assignment preference and other assignment related actions on vMPF, under “Self Service Actions” and selecting “Assignments.” Some assignment applications have moved on to myFSS and MyVector. For the most up to date program guidance visit the myFSS Active Duty Assignments Home Page.

For more information on your upcoming assignment, you can reach out to our org box 811.FSS.Outbound.Assignments@us.af.mil.

Q: I am taking leave enroute. Do I need to put it in LeaveWeb?

A: No. Any day(s) after your travel day annotated on the AF Fm 330 (Records Transmittal) will be charged as leave enroute. The gaining Finance office will calculate it on your travel voucher.

Q: I do not have a vOP Checklist. How do I get it?

A: You must first attend the mandatory Initial Assignment Briefing conducted by the Assignments team on the 1st and 3rd Thursday at 1100 via Zoom. The link is provided on your initial email from your assignment counselor. If you have not received an initial email, please contact the Assignments Team via 811.FSS.Outbound.Assignments@us.af.mil for more information.

Q: How soon can I get my orders?

A: Once our office has received all required documents, we will create your order if you are within 120 days of your RNLTD. AFPC will then authenticate the orders based on Projected Departure Date.

Q: Can I get my orders expedited?

A: An expedited request can be sent if the member’s PDD is within 36 hours or other extraordinary circumstances.

Q: My orders need correction. What do I do?

A: Contact your Assignment Counselor via 811.FSS.Outbound.Assignments@us.af.mil & they will create an amendment to go with the original order.

Q: When can I initiate the Travel Screening Questionnaire/Family Medical Travel Screening for my dependents?

A: The TSQ/FMTS will open in MyVector when a member is within 8 months of their RNLTD. If assignment is loaded within 8 months, questionnaire will open on the 8th days after of assignment notification.

Q: How much retainability do I need?

A: Retainability varies depending on the location, assignment tour type, and assignment reason. Consult your assignment counselor.

Q: How do I change my Project Departure Date?

A: You can initiate a PDD change in vMPF. You will need your losing and gaining Commander’s name and email since both must approve of the change.

Q: How do I pull an 1172?

A: You can get an 1172 from MilConnect or go into your nearest DEERS office to request one.

Q: Where do I find the PPC Acknowledgement Memo?

A: The PPC Acknowledgement Memo is attached to the initial email received from the Outbound Assignments team. If you are not able to locate it, please reach out to our team via 811.FSS.Outbound.Assignments@us.af.mil and we can assist.

Q: How/When do I get NATO Orders?

A: “How?” You will get them in person due to NATO Orders needing to be blue stamped. “When?” You will get NATO Orders during your Final Out.

Q: How do I cancel my assignment?

A: Contact the Assignments Team via 811.FSS.Outbound.Assignments@us.af.mil for more information to get assignment cancelled.

Q: How soon can I depart my current Duty Location?

A: Members with an assignment CONUS can depart 60 days before RNLTD without having to change RNLTD.

Members with an assignment going OCONUS can depart the 1st day of the RNLTD month.

As Air Force members, it’s important to keep your record accurate, especially if you’re meeting a Selection (for officers) or Performance Briefs (for SNCOs) Board; and who knows your record better than you? If you find discrepancies in your Data Verification Brief (DVB) ensure you bring a source document to the MPF in order to have your records corrected.

ENLISTED PROMOTIONS: For more information on the in-system and SNCO supplemental process, visit myFSS at Supplemental Promotion Consideration

To view the Promotion Eligibility Chart and find out when you are eligible for the next rank, click myFSS USAF Promotion Eligibility Chart or myFSS USSF Promotion Eligibility Chart

For more information on Enlisted Promotions, to include WAPS testing, how to request your SNCO selection folder and BTZ information, visit the myFSS Promotions Home Page at myFSS Active Duty Enlisted Promotions Home Page and select the item you wish to read.

OFFICER PROMOTIONS: To receive the best and most up-to-date information, we recommend customers visit the myFSS Active Duty Officer Promotion Home Page and select the item you wish to read.

If you have questions, send an e-mail to 811.FSS.Promotions@us.af.mil

The office and enlisted evaluations systems have varied purpose and the first is to effectively communicate performance standards and expectations. Officer and Evaluations are due the MPF no later than 30 calendar days after close-out IAW AFI 36-2406 para 1.4.2.2.1

If you qualify for an award or decoration, a source document is required for MilPDS update. Members must submit one of the following forms of source documentation to 811.FSS.FSS.Force.Management@us.af.mil in order to update your records:

• Completed Decoration
• Travel Orders showing proof of ribbon qualification
• Travel Voucher showing proof of ribbon qualification
• Training Report/Evaluation showing proof of ribbon qualification

NOTE: Some higher level awards or decorations might require additional documentation.

To see a list of all ribbons and decorations, visit Decorations and Ribbons (af.mil). ​

Unit awards are granted to military units that distinguish themselves during peacetime or in action against hostile forces or an armed enemy of the United States. These awards are only bestowed on units to recognize acts or services that place the unit’s performance significantly above that of other units of similar composition and mission responsibility. The Air Force only grants one award for the same act, achievement, or service. Ensure only 10 percent of similar units assigned to their command are recommended annually. Units can also receive specific awards like the Presidential Unit Citation, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, and other sister service unit awards. These awards are governed by DoD 1348.33-M, Manual of Military Decorations and Awards.

If a member believes a unit they were assigned to earned a unit award, they can visit Knowledge Detail (af.mil) to validate award (website lists unit awards from 1991 – current). Members must be able to prove they were assigned to unit during timeframe, before MilPDS records can be updated.

VRRAD program provide retired Air Force Line of the Air Force officers and Enlisted Airmen those with an approved retirement, the opportunity to return to Active Duty to alleviate manning shortages. The application process timeline takes 140 days from the time of receipt and is dependent on medical clearance. For more information visit myFSS, Knowledge Detail (af.mil)