When does a DD Form 2992 need to be generated?

• A. Initial Flying/Special Operational Duty qualification
• B. Annual Flying or Special Operational Duty exams
• C. Temporary/permanent Flight/SOD disqualification
• D. Post-Mishap examinations

Answer: (C)

The thing being tested is how flight status is officially recorded when a crew member can no longer meet flight or Special Operational Duty requirements. A DD Form 2992 is generated to document a temporary or permanent disqualification from flying or performing SOD. It captures the reason for the disqualification, the expected duration or limits, and any restrictions, so aviation medicine, operations, and leadership know the member’s current eligibility and can plan duties accordingly. This form isn’t produced merely for routine milestones like initial qualification or annual exams, unless those events result in disqualification. It also isn’t the standard post-mishap paperwork by itself, though a post-mishap outcome that leads to disqualification would trigger such documentation.