LEOSA Updates on Concealed Carry on AF Installations
Mr Michael Glunk, AFSFC, JBSA-Lackland AFB, TX
11 December 2015

BLUF (Bottom Line Up Front): Concealed Carry has been authorized for ALL LEOSA Credentialed Individuals on ALL AF Installations and property. Interim Change (IC) 3 to Air Force Instruction 31-101, Integrated Defense, was signed by HAF A4S on 3 Dec 15 and sent to AF Publications. Once it is published (30-60 days) it will be implemented across the AF. The verbiage in IC 3 basically states the following: 8.4.2.4.1.1. "...Concealed carry of POFs on AF installations and property, unless authorized by competent authority IAW AFI 31-117, paragraph 2.1.3, will be limited to LEOSA credentialed personnel, credentialed civilian law enforcement personnel in performance of official duties, and credentialed agents assigned to Defense Criminal Investigative Organizations." However, IC further adds: "Additionally, these personnel may carry POFs inside federal facilities that are under the control of the installation if authorized by the Installation Commander as a "lawful purpose"... and "Installation commanders will develop a list of POF prohibited locations, record in the IDP, and ensure placement of signs at each location. Installation commanders should consult with their local Staff Judge Advocate to determine prohibited locations." BL: Those people identified to be authorized to carry Concealed cannot take their firearm into any facilities unless it is approved by the Installation Commander (i.e. You have to keep your weapon in your car).