BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCES IN
EUROPE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCES IN
EUROPE 51-712
28 JULY 2014
Law
CONTROL PROCEDURES FOR THE
SUPPLY OF TAX-FREE GASOLINE AND
DIESEL FUEL IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY
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OPR: Det 1, HQ USAFE
Supersedes: 3AFI51-701, 1 December 2008
Certified by: Det 1, HQ USAFE
(Col Matthew Grant)
Pages: 9
This instruction implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 51-7, International Law. It
contains procedures for the supply of tax-free motor fuel to entitled personnel of the United
States Force (USF) at United States (US) bases throughout the United Kingdom (UK). The
procedures contained herein provide a standardized system within the UK that will ensure
adequate internal control throughout the entire program. Strict adherence to this instruction is
required as deviations therefrom may result in the withdrawal of this tax-free privilege by the
UK government from the US Force in the UK. This instruction applies to personnel permanently
stationed or on temporary duty (TDY) in the UK. This instruction provides a basis for punitive
action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) for US Air Force military personnel
or administrative action, to include possible revocation of all duty- free privileges for military
and civilian personnel. This publication applies to Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) units,
to the Air National Guard of the United States (ANGUS), and to dependents and civilian
employees as set forth in paragraph 1. For application of this instruction to Army, Navy, and
Marine Corps members and respective civilian personnel, see AER 550-33/CINCUSNAVEURI
5840.17A/USAFEI 51-710, Local Currency, Motor Vehicles And Related Privileges For U.S.
Personnel In The United Kingdom. Failure to observe the prohibitions and mandatory
provisions of this instruction as stated in paragraph 7 and related subparagraphs by
military personnel is a violation of the UCMJ, Article 92, Failure to Obey Order or
Regulation. Violations by civilian employees may result in administrative disciplinary
