Who is responsible for reporting the status of UTC in the AEF Reporting Tool (ART)?

The responsibility for reporting the status of UTC (Unit Type Code) in the AEF Reporting Tool (ART) falls to the Unit Commander (Unit CC). This role is crucial because the Unit Commander has a comprehensive understanding of their unit's capabilities and readiness levels. They are in a position to provide accurate and timely information regarding the resources and personnel available for deployment.

As the leader of the unit, the Unit Commander must assess and communicate the overall readiness and status of their forces, ensuring that comprehensive and up-to-date information is reflected in the ART. This responsibility is vital for effective planning and coordination of Air Expeditionary Forces, enabling successful mission execution and resource allocation.

While other roles such as the IDO (Installation Deployment Officer), IPR (Installation Personnel Readiness), and Logistics Plans Flight may assist in various aspects of logistics and readiness reporting, the ultimate accountability for the status update resides with the Unit Commander due to their leadership position and holistic oversight of their unit’s readiness situation.