When is the aviation service date (ASD) adjustment mandatory for members?

The mandatory adjustment of the aviation service date (ASD) for members occurs when they are returning to aviation service on or after August 1, 2002. This date is significant because it marks a policy change that impacts how the ASD is calculated and adjusted for members returning to aviation duties after a break in service. This ensures that members are appropriately credited for their service and that their qualifications, experience, and readiness are reflected accurately in their records.

When members return to aviation service, particularly post-August 2002, the adjustment acknowledges their previous training and experience while also adhering to updated regulations and standards within the aviation community. This helps maintain a robust and effective personnel management system and ensures that aviation resources are managed effectively.

In contrast, the other scenarios do not necessitate an ASD adjustment. For instance, returning from temporary duty typically does not alter the aviation service date, initial qualification training completion is a formative step that does not impact the ASD, and pilot training assessments focus on skill evaluation rather than administrative adjustments to the service date.