Our free online PDF editor makes it straightforward to complete this Air Force safety form directly in your browser. There is no download or software installation required. The tool works on desktop computers, tablets, and mobile phones, and your completed document can be downloaded, printed, or sent by email.
How to Complete the Form Online
Step 1: Open the Form. Click the orange "Get Form Now" button at the top of the page to load the form in the editor. The editor opens in your browser window and displays the form fields ready for input.
Step 2: Fill in the Briefing Record Fields. Enter the name, grade, and organization of the individual being briefed. Select or type the briefing date. Fill in the signature fields for both the individual and the briefing officer. If a high-risk activity briefing is also required, complete the additional signature block in Part I.
Step 3: Complete the Travel and Administrative Fields. Enter the required data in the NAME GRADE AND ORGANIZATION OF, DATE BRIEFED, SIGNATURE OF INDIVIDUAL BRIEFED, BRIEFED AND REVIEWED BY, and AETC FORM B REVERSE fields. Fill in Part III with the trip destination, planned route, emergency contact information, and expected return date.
Step 4: Save Your Completed Form. Click the "Done" button when all required fields are filled in. You can then download the PDF to your device, print it immediately, or email it to the appropriate parties. Your information is kept private and will not be shared.
Helpful Tips for Commanders and Personnel
- Complete the form at least 24 hours before the planned departure date to allow time for review and any necessary follow-up.
- Confirm both signatures are on the form before filing. An unsigned form does not satisfy the regulatory requirement.
- Retain a copy of every completed form in unit records according to Air Force records management schedules.
- For motorcycle and ATV travel, complete the additional high-risk activity briefing in Part I and document it with a separate signature from the individual.
- Fill in Part III with accurate destination, route, and return date information. Vague itineraries reduce the unit's ability to respond quickly in an emergency.
- Use Part IV to capture any current installation safety notices, road closures, or weather advisories relevant to the departure date.
- When briefing multiple personnel departing at the same time, use Part IV to record a group briefing instead of completing separate forms for each individual.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who signs the completed form? Both the individual being briefed and the briefing officer must sign. The briefing officer is typically the unit commander or a designated safety representative.
Is this the same as AETC Form 29B? Yes. "AF Form 29B," "Air Force Form 29B," and "AETC Form 29B" all refer to the same official predeparture safety briefing form. The full official designation is AETC Form 29B.
Does a prior briefing carry over to a new trip? No. The form must be completed separately for each departure. A briefing completed for a prior leave period does not satisfy the requirement for a new trip, even if the destination is the same.
Can the form be completed and saved online? Yes. Use the editor at the top of this page to fill in all required fields and then download the completed PDF. The download is ready to print or save to your device.
What if a service member plans to ride a motorcycle? Motorcycle travel requires an additional high-risk activity briefing beyond the standard predeparture safety briefing. Both briefings are recorded and signed in Part I of the form. The AETC Form 410 may also be required to document Motorcycle Safety Program completion.
What is the consequence of not completing the form? Departing without a completed predeparture briefing is a violation of AETC safety regulations. Commanders are responsible for ensuring every qualifying personnel member completes the briefing before departure. Non-compliance can result in disciplinary action for both the individual and the unit commander.
For related Air Force administrative forms, the Air Force Form 1168 is used for additional administrative requirements. The vehicle safety inspection checklist supports pre-trip vehicle verification for road travel.
