The Civil Aircraft Hold Harmless Agreement plays a pivotal role in the intersection of civil aviation and military airfield facilities in the United States. This binding agreement is required when civil aircraft seek permission to use military airfield facilities under Public Law 85-726, 49 USC Section 44502(d). It requires the user to absolve the United States, its agencies, and personnel from any liability that may arise from the use of these military air facilities.
Any civil aircraft operator or owner seeking to use U.S. military airfield facilities must complete this agreement. This includes private pilots, commercial operators, and aircraft management companies that need access to military airfields for operational, emergency, or training purposes. The agreement applies to all aircraft operating under the Federal Aviation Act and its amendments. When the applicant is a corporation, dual corporate officer endorsements are required to ensure legal authorization of the agreement.
By signing this agreement, the civil aircraft operator agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the United States Government, its agencies, officers, and employees from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from the use of military airfield facilities. The user must defend and settle any claims of injury, loss, or damage that arise from their activities on the base. The form mandates compliance with specific military regulations and directives, incorporating them into the agreement.
Failure to properly complete and submit this form bars the civil aircraft from using the requested military facilities. The agreement must be submitted with original hand-signed signatures and include accurate aircraft registration details, operator certification numbers, and current insurance information. This document, along with DD Forms 2400 and 2401, is required to obtain a civil aircraft landing permit at military installations. Updated periodically, users must submit a new agreement upon expiry of their current version.
Civil aircraft operators working with the Department of Defense often need additional documentation. Review our aircraft insurance application and aircraft weight and balance form for operational compliance. Those processing military travel may also need DD Form 1351-2. For general liability documentation needs, see our hold harmless agreement template.
What is the purpose of this form? It grants civil aircraft operators permission to use U.S. military airfield facilities while releasing the government from liability for any incidents that occur during their use of the facility.
Is the form fillable? The standard form has no digital fillable fields and must be completed manually. Use our online PDF tool to complete and print the form for official submission to the military installation.
What happens if I do not submit this form? Failure to comply with the submission requirements bars the individual or corporation from operating civil aircraft within military aviation facilities. Always submit before your scheduled visit.
Does the agreement need to be renewed? Yes. The agreement is updated periodically and expires after a set period. Users should confirm the current approved version with the relevant military installation and resubmit a new form upon expiry.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Dd Form 2402 |
| Form Length | 3 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 45 sec |
| Other names | dd2402 form, 2007, dod form 2402, handscribed |