9bcrR4i*DEcOp`x;I* ^*^$~_$t2KHSMJA~5[LA/-{QM2^m(uf^8,k5VTiQe/!]P|7VKIE'i N}q43*O$2US4peyF5$>-%Z5HAh5 6 5pIU;dUIjNiS%Ir <> Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Not all witnesses felt Fortner was belittling or abusive, and some said they felt he cared about his airmen and did not recall him speaking in extreme or harsh manners. AFI 31-115, Security Forces Investigations Program AIR FORCE OFFICE OF SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS (AFOSI). The content of this webpage may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written consent of Bright Mountain, LLC which may be contacted atmedia@bmaq.com. US Air Mobility Command 4.0 . for downloading or ordering. Col. Fortner tries to use humor, but it does not come off that way, and that an unnamed airman is the butt end of jokes sometimes.. The ones who did not feel that way got where I was coming from, and I did a poor job with others., Reading this, I feel I did a very poor job of communicating effectively with others, Fortner continued. Press J to jump to the feed. 14 0 obj endobj Pregnant Air Force B-1 pilot soars to new heights, Veterans Affairs deputy secretary to leave post on April 1, Tax scams How to report them Money Minute, Capitol Hill weighs action on two controversial topics: medical marijuana and abortion, Lockheed wins hypersonics contract | Defense Dollars, Go inside a secret nuclear fallout bunker sealed for decades, Air Force advisers study use of satellites for tracking moving targets, US Air Force awards Boeing first contract for fleet of 26 E-7 aircraft, Space Force wants launch ranges to be more resilient, Six leaders fired from Air Force nuclear base in North Dakota. Depending on the circumstances, Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) might investigate FWA as a criminal matter (AFI 90-301, Table 3.5, Rule 7). And no, a CDI is not the same as an IG investigation. {!b`C&{A7bS}tg~KO*v;k^c`h```` t@EXvi [8AAHfs%v1b&1R``[ w"rN //\T$ZX 2 Mishap investigations are controlled by AEDC/SE and security investigations are controlled by the AEDC/TSD-SF. Any media reports, congressional reports, inspector general reports, personal accounts, etc. "When I came out of my office to see what was going on, Lt. Col. Fortner had become so angry by the situation that the muscles on his face, specifically his lower lip, where visibly shaking along with his hands. hb```"f! Oversight, in the sense of a means to assure the provision of a fair and just process with checks and balances, is simply non-existent. Simply provide the circumstances surrounding your case by contacting us at. "It is completely possible for a commander to have mission success due to great subordinates, but still fail to lead people to accomplish the mission.. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Read This. Then the group CC dropped the 'i've sent out a command directed INQUIRY'. EN. After his joke got a laugh, the report said, he repeated it while smiling at the airman. He calls Investigation "one-sided." By . The stories, which have been chronicled on this site and others, have highlighted the abuse of authority by superior commanders with regards to their apparent sole discretion and arbitrary use of the Commander-Directed Investigation (CDI) process to somehow justify their decision upon removing a subordinate commander. 9 0 obj He acknowledged losing his temper, but said it came after a series of events, not right immediately after being denied the rifle. The IG notifies the complainant. This is how commanders bend rules. When he first went to the major, Fortner said I wasnt upset or shaking in any way. But he felt the major shrugged off his concerns and failed to correct the mistake. James Stewart, a spokesman for Air Mobility Command, told Military.com in an emailed statement that airmen's missions take them around the globe and often involve sensitive movements of cargo -- the main reason behind the change. DCMA-MAN 4202-03, February 3, 2020 . 08\-jw2SLk!T;S3Em1^cl-/0r ~/r|!l `o 6M0a,&Xo D30I Employer est. <> I was not afraid of him, but it was scary how upset he was, the witness said. 12 0 obj At this 20 0 obj An investigation found that Lt. Col. Raymond Fortner wrongfully failed to maintain a healthy command climate at the 741st Missile Security Forces Squadron. But the four-star general explained in the memo he wants his airmen to have "the full understanding that unrepentant lethality matters most.". 9 APRIL 2021 . In that case and in a number of others, when challenged on the quality and legitimacy of the CDI, the hierarchy of the military establishment appears to have closed ranks and protected itself hiding behind the veil of the legal office. Program to resolve problems affecting the Air Force mission. For the guy in charge of securing nuclear weapons to be unqualified is not a situation you want to be involved in, Fortner said. Without an unbiased and transparent process for redress, the subject of such investigations will continue to perish, both personally and professionally, under this quasi-legal process which is dispensed behind closed doors and hidden in the shadows of what are considered non-punitive administrative actions. We should all be concerned with the use and abuse of this type of investigation and with the bureaucratic processes that aim to protect the actions of the superior commander without affording the subject of the investigation any rights to due process or means for defending themselves. <> Maintenance Worker. Table of Contents 2 . Theres also a number of folks who did not feel that way. The commander may decide that a particular matter requires objective fact-finding in the form of a commander directed investigation (CDI). In at least one recent case, senior leadership openly sided against the accused before the investigation had even begun, influencing any future witness statements and biasing the entire process. <> . 22 Air Mobility Command did not disclose other details in its statement, such as how many markings would be hidden on its planes and which ones it will apply to. He seemed to completely lose his bearing. . The release of the new document comes after a year in which the Navy saw several major clusters of suicides. Even less fortunate is the fact that within its own otherwise rational and comprehensive guidance, the Sec AFs CDI guide ultimately defers to the ordering commander and the local legal office for specific instruction, which provides for their personal interpretation and sole discretion, since no other formal or established instruction exists. endobj . In a follow-up email, a spokesman for the 341st Missile Wing said Fortners leaders and subordinates lost trust and confidence in his ability to accomplish the mission while treating people with dignity and respect.. 17 0 obj Another said when Fortner made small jokes about subordinates that could be taken the wrong way, he typically had a history with them. Several cases already have the attention of the Senate Armed Services Committee and key congressional representatives. BRB, gonna go search the sub fof Minot and sort by hottest.. Civil rights group targets USAF academy with controversial billboard, 21-year-old Air Force offensive lineman dies while walking to class, Air Force releases Military Parental Leave Program policy, Mission generation exercise launches 24 C-17s. U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command (Section 4027 of Title 10 U.S.C.) endstream endobj 2243 0 obj <>stream I absolutely did, and I should not have, Fortner said. <> All rights reserved. would all be most helpful. Furthermore, those who have been subjected to firing, investigation, and negative administrative actions which are often career-ending, have also been denied access to the collected investigative information. The Project on Government Oversight has detailed numerous ways in which the Department of Defense has slowly obscured information to the public in recent years, ranging from less clarity on overseas airstrikes to troop deployments abroad. endobj Please provide your name and contact information as well as a brief paragraph of your case details. endobj DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE MANUAL 1-101 . But Fortner said the portrait of his command painted by the report is incomplete and in some cases, inaccurate. Simply provide the circumstances surrounding your case by contacting us at militaryjusticereform@gmail.com. Superintendent (never use names or ranks, just the duty title), improperly used federal. endobj This article, submitted without attribution by someone who had his career ended by a corrupt CDI, offers a perspective and appeals for information to help build the case. endstream endobj startxref xY[o6~7GiI En4sdcwa~HlZUH|*7xDwf4$7-'\Y XAP*M{dw{ !? 2.3.15. COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY . %PDF-1.5 "My guess is, an experienced observer of military aircraft movements, this isn't gonna prevent them from [tracking]. He said a squadron-wide climate survey conducted in January drew an overwhelmingly positive response, and that some airmen in the squadron appreciated what was accomplished there. Commanders have an inherent authority to investigate matters under their command. endobj Ev2| Rx\\ Z The commander may decide that a particular matter requires objective fact-finding in the form of a commander directed investigation (CDI). "Understandably, we have concerns about the operational security impacts to these missions in the modern era of on-demand, real-time information," Stewart said. 13 0 obj <> SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE . Mx officers be like when opening this thread . Fortners behavior was so commonplace that one witness struggled to remember details about one specific incident during which he allegedly yelled at and condescended to another squadron commander over a late changeover in the field. The published Sec AFs guide provides a framework for how a CDI should be conducted to ensure that the collection of evidence is free from innuendo, supposition, or rumor, and rather based on specific corroborated facts gathered during an impartial investigation. <> In the interview, Fortner disputed the way that incident was portrayed in the report. Another unidentified airman said he was often the focus of Fortners belittling and insulting. That airman, who is bald and white, said Fortner often referred to him as Powder, comparing him to the pale, hairless character from that movie. 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Air Mobility Command has directed its refueling and cargo planes to obscure the majority of identifying information painted on the aircraft, citing national security concerns -- an unusual move that is alarming to government watchdogs. "Maj.. 5 0 obj Several high-profile caseshave illustrated, both through true stories and satirical pieces, how the CDI process has become an instrument of abuse and exploitation. Probably not an SF 312 (and if it was, that was an inappropriate use of that form). <> A Commander Directed Investigation, or CDI, is a tool to gather information regarding systemic problems or to look into matters involving individual conduct or responsibility. Stephen Losey is the air warfare reporter for Defense News. The report highlights one incident in which Fortner made a joking, derogatory sexual innuendo about an airman while discussing a mistake the airman had made. 10 0 obj . 0 & /a@r[[a,%If%BV0jUT>p,k,Y:4'y{R2X&-EVCHwdG=20w2DNe{Nd4k__sHH-:*m[F9cp6dvTt^x\Y*,nOq(&.n/-mY}EgbG^5rVd&|A/&ES,:g*iA]6so;GTwabMg_|'!9A]j[/. When appropriate, the IG refers complaints to command channels for resolution. Program to resolve problems affecting the Air Force mission. A Commander Directed Investigation, or CDI, is a tool to gather information regarding systemic problems or to look into matters involving individual conduct or responsibility. Official Air Force mailing addresses are published as an appendix to the Air Force's compilation of record systems notices. Did I lose my temper? A report on the commander-directed investigation, provided by Malmstrom at Air Force Times' request, substantiated allegations that Lt. Col. Raymond Fortner wrongfully failed to maintain. I remember there being a lot of shouting as I was sitting at my desk only a few feet away, one unidentified witness said. 3 0 obj 15 0 obj At this Oce of the Judge Advocate General 1951 Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Sta Manual Chairman of the Joint Chiefs When appropriate, the IG refers complaints to command channels for resolution. endobj Air Mobility Command's aircraft -- such as C-17 Globemaster IIIs, KC-135 Stratotankers and C-130 Hercules-- are clearly identifiable as Air Force planes without the markings and, without a clear . Air Force Commander Directed Investigations (CDIs)are a common tool for obtaining facts and evidence in advance of discipline. Did this Commander just change up words or what. Saved you a click here's everything you need to know from the article. 19 0 obj When appropriate, the IG refers complaints to command channels for resolution. 1.2 U.S. Air Force CDI. scope of the investigation. But thats a one-sided part of the event, and it starts in the middle, and leaves out everything that led up to it.. This incident caused at least two witnesses to question whether Fortner should be allowed to handle firearms, the report said. The report does not contain a complete picture, and offers a skewed and one-sided view, Fortner said. 7 0 obj Air Force Culture . x] |E=gI&L`: !7a$r@7!$!@ hx pzN&(^wDI{U &j\}W^Uw (@?i_+6_ Z8g2oP1'1vsOr&. Please provide your name and contact information as well as a brief paragraph of your case details. Those comments in no way reflect my intent, and I am truly sorry if anyone took it that way.. Administrative fact-finding procedures to gather, analyze, and record relevant information about matters of primary interest to command authorities. DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE MANUAL 1-101 . We just had our DEOCS drop a few weeks ago and finally had our DEOCS 'outbrief'. Get after this - get after that!. As a result, theyve become a prime channel by which some commanders cover their tracks, settle scores, and establish legitimate(if not strictly legal, moral, or ethical) grounds to end the careers of those they disfavor. investigation (e.g., suspend from duties, assign alternate duties, assign service member to Also, I find it interesting that the 8AF/CC came in to do it, but he left the wing commander alone. The change in the paint schemes, first reported by Aviation Week, comes a little more than a month after Air Mobility commander Gen. Mike Minihan sent a memo to his service members telling them to prepare for a war with China and warning them that it could be coming as soon as 2025. Several cases already have the attention of the Senate Armed Services Committee and key congressional representatives. %PDF-1.5 % Between 1 March 2009 and 30 March 2009, the 123 rd MSS. endobj RELEASABILITY: %%EOF Navy. hbbd``b` @lg,Xu.B <>>> 2 0 obj Maintenance doesn't have time for group orgies when they are already getting fucked by 12's. Its not a trivial effort. While the Secretary of the Air Force (Sec AF) has provided specific guidance with instructions and recommendations on conducting prompt, fair and objective investigations, it falls short of being a mandatory Air Force Instruction. !81HO "+X}jiQ = ON:G(ATZdM/rW\T6TmWp94[WY`k]b[V8P`w+&X7$un:~>VY}| >dl 40oADSlxxpj1 Mh2n57(rVVc10/>8)P"6BT-)6V\iRLvpPEQejSVEBQ#9AB;=B-TGEn9TT(EZbQQ[k8.FtL" XuM3,(o:+;-fPxeKxJ2';"xW>7:143&;%7r? m)`F]k[0g(`+%gNz3dhL`d&UGHv-~ government personnel for unofficial purposes, by using members of the Mission Support. When it's February in Minot and you're desperate to get out any. % The Air Force Office of Special Investigations is a field operating agency with headquarters at Andrews Air Force Base, Md. . Program to resolve problems affecting the Air Force mission. 9 APRIL 2021 . 291 0 obj <> endobj Any media reports, congressional reports, inspector general reports, personal accounts, etc. 0 Air Force Culture . A simple statement that the CDI was found to be legally sufficient is all the justification they provided no matter how many glaring deviations the CDI had taken from the recommendations in the Sec AFs guide that should have rendered it legally insufficient. The subject of the investigation is left with no meaningful course for redress and his/her efforts are even further thwarted when they are eventually denied any access to the facts of the investigation as the legal office invokes generic Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) protection and exemption. 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