AIRFIELD NAME: POTI, Rep.

of Georgia (UGKC)
DATE OF SURVEY: 09 FEB 01

AIRFIELD SURVEY

INSTRUCTIONS AND CHECKLIST

FOR
AIRLIFT OPERATIONS
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

INSTRUCTIONS PARA PAGE

General 1
Runway, Taxiway, and Parking Area Data 2
Material Support 3
Navigational Aids 4

AIRFIELD SURVEY CHECKLIST

PART I – Airfield Data

Runways 1
Taxiways 2
Parking Areas 3
Engine Blast 4
Aircraft Movement on the Ground 5

PART II – Airfield Support

Section I – Operations Facilities

TALCE Operations Center Facilities 1
Base Operations 2
Control Tower 3
Air Route Traffic Control Center 4
Aids to Navigation 5
Weather Facilities/Services 6
Communications 7
Disaster Preparedness 8

Section II – Transportation
Aerial Port Facilities 1
Vehicle Transportation 2
Airfield Throughput Capability 3

Section III - Logistics

Aircraft Support 1
Equipment 2
Maintenance/Supply Facilities & Capabilities 3
Fuels 4

Section IV – Base Support

Base Facilities 1
Base Medical Facilities 2
Personnel 3
Security 4
Fire Protection 5

Section V – Summary
Section VI – Agency Directory
 AIRFIELD SURVEY CHECKLIST

1. General:

a. The Airfield Survey Checklist is in two parts; Part I, Airfield Data and Part II, Airfield Support.
Part I is designed to provide information which will be used to determine if the airfield can
physically accept an airlift or tanker aircraft, eg., C-5, C-17, C-141, KC-10, and Commercial B-
747, DC-10, DC-8, etc. Part II is designed to provide information, which will be used to
determine if the airfield has the facilities to support an airlift or tanker operation.

b. Include representatives from LG, TR, CE, SE, etc., on the Airfield Survey Team, as required.
Personnel accomplishing the airfield survey should contact appropriate host airfield officials to
obtain required information.

c. The Airfield Survey Checklist should be completed in as much detail as possible. Attach
supporting information (digital photographs, maps, charts, and diagrams) to the survey checklist
whenever possible, to furnish required information.

2. Runway, Taxiway, and Parking Area Data:

a. Identify and complete data blocks on all runways, taxiways, and parking areas whether they are
active or inactive.

b. Include digital photographs (if possible) and an airfield diagram or sketch labeling each of the
above.

c. Identify specific taxi routes and parking areas on the airfield diagram/sketch.

d. List the published runway, taxiway, or apron strengths by at least on of the following designations:

T – Twin gear rating

ST – Single Tandem gear rating

TT – Twin Tandem gear rating

TDT – Twin Delta Tandem gear rating

ESWL – Equivalent Single Wheel Loading (Include associated tire pressure if available.)

LCN- Load Classification Number

When listing T, ST, TT, or TDT, include the other ratings, if available (e.g., if T is given, attempt
to obtain the ST, TT, and TDT rating). If data source is current FLIP, confirm with appropriate
airport official/civil engineers. If other ratings are not available, do not convert. Every effort
should be made to furnish a LCN at airports that will support civilian aircraft.

e. Identify and locate all obstructions adjacent to all runways, taxiways, and parking aprons. When
possible include photographs. (For example, runway distance markers 4 feet high every 1,000 feet
along RWY 04/22, 80 feet from centerline). If obstacle data is listed in current FLIPs, confirm its
accuracy. Measure distance to the obstruction from runway/taxiway centerline. If no taxi
centerline is on apron measure obstruction from edge of apron surface and so indicate.
 NOTE: Use “feet” and “gallons” as the preferred method of measurement. If data collected is other
than “feet” or “gallons”, convert data and place side by side in appropriate block

f. Identify and include all obstructions in the approach and departure zones that violate the standards
listed in AFI 32-1026. Identify all obstructions and associated heights and locate them from a
known reference point adjacent or near to the obstruction.

g. Record distances between adjacent runways, taxiways, and parking areas. For example, 1,000 feet
between RWY 20 and parallel taxiway. Measure distance from marked edge lines or stressed
surface.

h. Record condition of area surfaces in regard to possible repair, FOD, and engine blast damage.
(Include photographs if possible.)

i. List and locate AGE equipment, buildings, barriers, etc., which are subject to possible blast
damage.

j. Designate tie-down rings that qualify as aircraft grounding points.

k. Include any gross weight or other limitation imposed by airfield officials/manager.

l. Review all airfield waivers. Obtain copies of any waivers not contained in FLIPs or NOTAMs.
(Include in Survey.)

3. Base Support:

a. When showing cost indicate type of acceptable payment (i.e. US $, or local currency).

b. Also indicate acceptable method of payment (i.e. Credit card, MIPR, cash, or Form 15).

c. Determine AGE and MHE available, cost compatibility, and condition. Determine base and
procurement resources.

d. Determine availability, cost, method of payment, capacity, and condition of warehouse and open
storage facilities.

e. Determine availability, cost, and location of workspace for functional areas.

f. Determine availability, cost, type, capability, and location of telephones, communications,

computer equipment, and support.

4. Navigational Aids:

a. Indicate if replacements or additions to existing facilities are expected.

b. Determine if published SIDs can be used in lieu of radar vectors. Attach a copy of current SIDs to
survey.

5. Summaries:

a. In the summary area of each section, provide a brief synopsis of data collected.

b. Also include programmed improvements, closures, or changes (i.e. 2 or 5 year plan)

c. When team members can not perform a quality survey due to restrictions imposed by local
authorities, especially foreign governments, or lack of subject matter experts, the team members
should attempt to gather as much information as possible. The team chief will indicate these
limitations in each section summary. Also include these limitations in the final summary.

d. The final summary should include an overall assessment to include showstoppers and/or known
deficiencies. (Keep in mind this is an assessment based on the information you have
gathered, not a suitability evaluation.)
 AIRFIELD SURVEY CHECKLIST

Airfield Name: POTI AIRFIELD

Airfield Identifier: UGKC
Airfield Location: POTI, GEORGIA
Airfield Coordinates: 42 09 45’57N 41 42 42’04E
Airfield Elevation: 54’
Date Survey Completed: 09 FEB 01

Personnel Conducting Survey:

Name Rank Position Organization Phone

RONALD L. BOGUS TSGT AST CHIEF 317 ALCS 461-3230
LAWRENCE R. DAVIS SSGT AST MEMBER 317 ALCS 461-3230
WENDY KLEIN MAJ BIO-
ENVIROMENTAL
ENG.
MICHAEL KING MSG SECURITY
FORCES
CHAD HELME 1LT PAVEMENT
EVALUATOR
DAVID ADAMS SMSGT PAVEMENT
EVALUATOR

Host Airfield Representatives:

Name Rank Position Organization Phone

LOLLUA BORIS MR GENERAL 995-82-93-21609
DIRECTOR

U.S. Embassy/Consulate Information:

Nearest Embassy/Consulate: TBILISI, GEORGIA

Distance from Airfield:
Embassy/Consulate Address:
Message Address:
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
300 MILES
25 Atoneli Street, Tbilisi, 380026, Georgia
(995-32) 98-99-67/68
(995-32) 93-37-59

Distribution:
 PART I
AIRFIELD DATA

1. Runways:

a. Runway Data

Designation 10 28
Length 4921’ 4921’
Width 111’ 111’
Surface ASP ASP
** Condition GOOD GOOD
Slope UKN UKN
Published Strength NOT NOT
PUBLISH PUBLISH
ED ED
* Imposed Weight Limits NONE NONE
Centerline Marked Y Y
Distance Markers N N
Edge Lights N N
Approach Lights N N
Threshold Lights N N
VASI/PAPI Lights N N
Shoulders: (Surface) NONE NONE
(Width) N/A N/A
(Condition) N/A N/A
Overrun: (Surface) NONE NONE
(Length) N/A N/A
(Condition) N/A N/A

*Imposed by host airport manager or official.

**Excellent, good, fair, or poor. Give details in summary.

b. Description, location, and height of obstructions along runways. Example: Radar reflector 72
inches high, 300 feet left of centerline RWY 04, 550 feet from the approach end. When possible
include photographs and lighting data.

20 FEET HIGH TREES LOCATED ON SOUTH SIDE OF AIRFIELD 200FT FROM

THE RWY EDGE.

c. Description, location, and height of obstructions in the approach and departure zones. Example:
Trees, 322 ft MSL, 1,000 ft prior to threshold RWY 22, 70 ft left of runway centerline. When
possible include photographs and lighting data.

NONE

d. Describe approach illusions.

 NONE

e. Summary of runway data:

AIRCRAFT MUST TURN AROUND AN TAXI-BACK AT THE END OF EACH

RUNWAY.

2. Taxiways:

a. Taxiway Data

Designation 1 2
Length 159’ 159’
Width 54’ 44.5’
Surface ASP ASP
**Condition GOOD GOOD
Published Strength NOT NOT
PUBLISHED PUBLISHED
* Imposed Weight Limits NONE NONE
Centerline Y Y
Edge Lights N N
Runway Hold Lines N N
Shoulders Stabilized N N
Stabilizing Surface N/A N/A
Stabilized Width N/A N/A

*Imposed by host airport manager or official.

**Excellent, good, fair, or poor. Give details in summary.

b. Description, location, and height of any obstructions along taxiways. When possible include
photographs and lighting data.

A 2 FEET HIGH NON-FRANGIBLE SIGN LOCATED 10 FEET FROM EACH

TAXIWAY ENTRANCE.

c. Summary of taxiway data:

NONE
3. Parking Area:

a. Parking Data

Designation 1
Dimensions 242’W X 564’L
Surface ASP
**Condition GOOD
Published Strength NOT PUBLISHED
* Imposed Weight Limit NONE
Taxi Lines Y
Tie-down Rings N
Grounding Points N
Shoulders Stabilized N
Stabilizing Surface N/A
Stabilized Width N/A
Flood Lighting N

*Imposed by host airport manager or official.

**Excellent, good, fair, or poor. Give details in summary.

b. Description, location, and height of obstructions adjacent to parking areas that will restrict aircraft
operations while taxiing. When possible include photographs and lighting data.

3 FLAGPOLES APPROX. 30 FEET IN HEIGHT LOCATED 10 FEET FROM WEST

SIDE OF PARKING RAMP.

c. Are there remote (explosive) parking spots available?

Yes: No: X

d. Designated number of remote spots and explosive limits for each. (Indicate locations on attached
airfield diagram.)

e. Is Explosive/HAZMAT storage available? If yes, is there a preferred route to the facility.

Yes: No: X

Preferred route:

f. Are parking spots marked (C-5, C-141, C-17, KC-10, Commercial B-747, etc.)?

Yes: No: X

g. How much of the ramp parking space is available for AMC aircraft parking? (Indicate location on
attached airfield diagram.)

AS REQUIRED
h. Is LCN waiver required?

Yes: No: X

If so, under what conditions will local officials grant waivers?

i. Does the slope of the parking ramp aggravate the breakaway and taxi power requirements?

Yes: No: X

If yes, designate the parking area or spot and explain in detail.

j. Are there any other factors that may affect aircraft operations on the ground movement area?

NO

k. Is space adequate for emergency vehicles to maneuver around aircraft?

YES

l. Summary of aircraft parking data:

NONE
4. Engine Blast:

a. Can engines be run-up to max power in parking position without damage to ground surfaces or
structures?

Yes: X No:

If no, where can max power run-up be accomplished?

b. Is an engine trim pad available for max power run-up?

Yes: No: X

Which type of aircraft are authorized to use it?

c. Is a blast fence installed for the engine trim pad?

Yes: No: X

What type of aircraft is it designed for?

d. Are other aircraft, structures, or surfaces likely to be damaged by engine blast from application of
breakaway power when moving from parking spot or from taxi power application as the aircraft
follows designated taxi routes to and from the parking areas?

Yes: No: X

If yes, explain.

e. Is any damage to structures, surfaces, or vehicular traffic likely to occur while the aircraft is in the
takeoff position when max engine power is applied?

Yes: No: X

If yes, explain.

f. Summary of engine blast information:

5. Aircraft Movement On The Ground:

a. Identify any area not accessible to aircraft because of surface strength, obstacles, or probable jet
blast damage.

NONE

b. Identify any specific taxi route(s) that aircraft would have to follow from landing to the parking
areas and from parking areas to the runway for takeoff.

N/A

NOTE: Routing should be displayed on an airfield diagram.

c. Can aircraft taxi in and out of the following areas: (If no, explain.)

Refueling areas: YES

On/offload areas: YES
Maintenance areas: YES

d. Attach to the completed survey checklist an airfield drawing (8” x 10”) showing designated
taxiways and proposed parking areas that aircraft will have to comply with while observing
limitations imposed by obstacles, weight bearing capacities, probable jet blast damage, etc.

e. Summary of aircraft movement on the ground. (Describe any condition or obstruction which
may/will impact air mobility operations.)

PART II
AIRFIELD SUPPORT
SECTION I
OPERATIONS FACILITIES

1. TALCE Operation Center Facilities:

a. Room or building available for TALCE operations:

Yes: X No:

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Cost:
Limitations:

Building Number: 1
Rooms Available: 3
Dimensions: VARIES

Number of Phone Lines: 1

Types of Lines: COMMERCIAL
 Voltage: 220
Hertz: 50

1. Is flightline visible?

Yes: No: X

2. Can antennas be erected?

Yes: X No:

3. Does location allow for line of sight with satellites?

Yes: X No:

4. Is sufficient space/distances available for HF operations?

Yes: X No:

5. Summary of facilities:

GENERAL DIRECTOR CAN PROVIDE UP TO 3 SMALL OFFICES FOR

OPERATIONS. LIMITED ELECTRICAL OUTLETS.

b. Is space available for mobile TALCE Operation Center Facilities? (MARC, tents, etc.)

Yes: X No:

Point of Contact: GENERAL DIRECTOR

Telephone Number:
Cost: NONE

Dimensions: AS REQUIRED

Number of Phone Lines: NONE

Types of Lines: N/A

Voltage: N/A
Hertz: N/A

1. Is flightline visible?

Yes: X No:

2. Can antennas be erected?

 Yes: X No:

3. Does location allow for line of sight with satellites?

Yes: X No:

4. Is sufficient space/distances available for HF operations?

Yes: X No:

5. Summary of facilities:

SEVERAL PAVED AREAS AVAILABLE.

c. Sanitation accommodations:

1. Where are the closest latrine facilities?

200 METERS (OUTSIDE LATRINE LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE TERMINAL.

2. Can additional latrines be contracted?

Yes: No: X

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Cost:

3. Is trash disposal available?

Yes: No: X

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Cost:

d. Methods for control of classified material available:

Yes: No: X

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Building Number:
Limitations:

e. Is storage space available for TALCE weapons/ammunitions?

Yes: No: X

Point of Contact:
 Telephone Number:
Building Number:
Limitations:

f. Is storage space available for Aircrew weapons/ammunitions?

Yes: No: X

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Building Number:
Limitations:

2. Base Operations:

a. Base Operations facilities available:

Yes: No: X

Building Number:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:
Limitations:

b. NOTAMS:

Local: Yes: No: X

International: Yes: No: X

c. Flight Publications:

Flight Information Publications Type Yes No

Instrument Approach Procedures: USAF/DOD X
(*Other) X
Standard Instrument Departures: USAF/DOD X
 (*Other) X

*FLIP, Jeppesen, host nation only.

d. Customs and Agriculture:

Are Customs and Agriculture officials located at airfield?

Yes: No: X

If no, where are they located?

POTI CITY, GEORGIA

Point of Contact: GENERAL DIRECTOR

Telephone Number:
Lead Time: 24 HOURS
Limitations: NONE

e. RCR Measuring Equipment:

Yes: No: X Type:

f. Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH):

(1) Is there a local program?

Yes: X No:

If no, can TALCE personnel establish their own procedures?

Yes: No:

(2) What methods does the BASH Team use?

PYROTECHNICS

(3) Type of dispersal equipment utilized?

BIRD SCARE CARTRIDGES

(4) When is the migratory season?

SEP-OCT
 (5) What birds or animals dwell within the perimeter of the airfield?

LIVESTOCK AND SMALL BIRDS

g. Radios:

(1) UHF Radios:

Type: NONE
Quantity:
Frequencies:
Limitations:

(2) VHF Radios:

Type: NOT SPECIFIED

Quantity: 1
Frequencies: 124.5
Limitations: NONE

(3) Intra-Base Radio (By net):

Frequencies: 44.15

(4) Auxiliary power for communications equipment:

Volts: NONE
Hertz:

(5) Type of communications support to be augmented and location where service is required:

(6) Person to contact and telephone number for coordination of additional communications
required:

(7) Reliability of communications equipment:

COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT SUBJECT TO FREQUENT POWER OUTAGES.

h. U.S. air carriers who operate through airfield?

NONE

i. Foreign air carriers who operate through airfield?

NONE
3. Control Tower:

Who Operates Facilities: LOCAL CIVILIANS

Hours of Operation: 0900L-1800L
What is the Duty Week: 7 DAYS PER WEEK
Phone Number: NONE
Fax Number: NONE

a. Does location of control tower afford the operators unrestricted vision of all approaches,
departures, runways, and taxiways?

Yes: X No:

b. What Frequencies do the control tower monitor?

UHF Frequencies monitored: NONE

VHF Frequencies monitored: 121.4

c. What are equipment limitations for guarding and transmitting on A/G frequencies?

NONE

d. What emergency frequencies do air traffic controller’s monitor?

NONE

e. Do air traffic controllers speak English?

Yes: No: X How well?

f. Is emergency power available for the tower?

Yes: No: X

Type:
Delay time:

g. Are up-to-date charts and diagrams, including crash grid maps maintained in the tower?

Yes: X No:

h. IFR Tower:

Yes: No: X

i. VFR Tower:

Yes: X No:

j. Are ARINC and SITA facilities available?

Yes: No: X
 k. Who monitors NAVAID Facilities?

N/A

4. Air Route Traffic Control Center/Flight Service Station:

Nearest Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) or Flight Service Station (FSS)?

Type: TBILISI ACC

Location: TIBILISI, GEORGIA
Distance: 300 KM
Phone Number:
Fax Number:

5. Aids To Navigation:

Navigation Aid Name/Identifier Frequency/Channel Yes No

VOR X
TACAN X
VORTAC X
NDB ARP8 942 KHZ X
ILS X
Radar (PAR) X
(ASR) X

a. Summary of Air Traffic:

NONE

6. Weather Facilities/Services:

a. Observations:

Agency Responsible For Observations: POTI METRO

Observing Hours: (Zulu) DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY
Frequency Of Observations: HOURLY
Location Of Observing Site: WEATHER STATION NEXT TO TERMINAL
Phone Number: NOT SPECIFIED
Fax Number: NONE
Online service address: NONE

b. Upper Air Observations:

Rawinsonde: NONE Scheduled Times (z):

PIBAL: NONE Scheduled Times (z):

c. Forecasts:

Agency Responsible For Forecasts: TBILISI METRO

Forecasting Hours: (Zulu) SEE TBILISI AIRFIELD SURVEY
Phone Number:

d. Weather Briefings:
 Local Flying: Yes: X No:
International Flights: Yes: No: X

e. Weather Communications:

(1) Facsimile:

Yes: No: X

(2) Where does the weather station transmit its weather data?

Local:
Long-line: TBILISI METRO

(3) Telephone Service:

Yes: No: X

Local:
Long-line:

(4) Weather data received in the weather station comes from who/where?

TBILISI METRO

f. Weather Equipment:

(1) Radar:

Yes: No: X Type:

(2) Windsocks:

Yes: X No: Type: UKN (RUSSIAN)

(3) Anemometer:

Yes: X No: Type: RUSSIAN

(4) Temperature/Humidity:

Yes: X No: Type: RUSSIAN

(5) RVR:

Yes: No: X Type:

(6) Transmissometer:
 Yes: X No: Type: RUSSIAN

(7) Ceiling:

Yes: X No: Type: RUSSIAN

(8) Other:

g. Miscellaneous Weather Station Information:

(1) Where is the physical location of the weather station (Bldg. and Rm.)?

BUILDING LOCATED IMMEDIATELY NEXT TO THE TERMINAL BUILDING.

(2) Do weather personnel speak English?

Yes: No: X How well?

h. Weather Data:

Month Average Average Temperature Prevailing Wind

Precipitation
JAN NOT NOT AVAILABLE NOT
AVAILABLE AVAILABLE
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC

i. Summary of weather information:

PROVIDES LIMITED WEATHER SUPPORT.

7. Communications:
a. Telephones:

(1) Base Telephone Exchange:

Yes: No: X

(2) Commercial:

Yes: X No:

TYPE QUANTITY
(2, 4, & 6 Wire) Incoming: 1
(2, 4, & 6 Wire) Outgoing:
(2, 4, & 6 Wire) 2-way lines:

Maximum Call Area: (World Wide, CONUS, Pacific, etc.) WORLD-WIDE

Operator Assist: (Area Code and Telephone Number) NONE

(3) Defense Switching Network (DSN):

Yes: No: X

TYPE QUANTITY
(2, 4, & 6 Wire) Incoming:
(2, 4, & 6 Wire) Outgoing:
(2, 4, & 6 Wire) 2-way lines:

Maximum Call Area: (World Wide, CONUS, Pacific, etc.)

Operator Assist: (Area Code and Telephone Number)

(4) Direct Circuit:

Yes: No: X

(a) To:

(b) Type Termination:

Console: YES: NO: X

Patching Capability: YES: NO: X

b. Cellular Phones:
 Can cellular phones be contracted?

Yes: X No:

Point of Contact: MAGTI GSM AVAILABLE THROUGH EMBASSY

Telephone Number:
Cost:
Method of Payment: CASH OR FUND CITE

c. Record Communications:

(1) AUTODIN Terminal:

Yes: No: X

DSTE Type (AE, AB, etc.):

Other (Mode V, I-L, etc.)
Highest Security Classification:
Hours of Operation:
Routing Identifier:

(2) Distance and travel time between operating location and communications center?

NONE

d. Summary of Communication information:

ONLY ONE COMMERCIAL TELEPHONE FOR THE ENTIRE AIRFIELD IS

LOCATED IN THE DIRECTORS OFFICE.

8. Disaster Preparedness:

a. Fall Out Shelters Available:

Yes: X No:

Building Number: NOT SPECIFIED

Distance From Flightline: 100 METERS
Protection Factor: UKN
Communications Available: NONE
Provisions Available: NONE
Water:
Food:
Medical:
Remarks: (NEVER UTILIZED, BUILT DURING RUSSIAN OCCUPATION)

b. Decontamination Stations:

Yes: No: X

Building Number:
Location:
Facilities Available:
 Communications Available:
Remarks:

c. Decontamination Material and Equipment (Note applicability to aircraft):

Type Quantity
NONE 0

d. Evacuation Routes: (Include Local Area Map)

N/A

e. Facilities at Evacuation Destination:

Yes: No: X

Communications:
Fall Out Shelters:
Provisions Available:
Water:
Food:
Medical:
Latrines:
Remarks:

PART II
AIRFIELD SUPPORT
SECTION II
TRANSPORTATION

1. Aerial Port Facilities:

a. Cargo Terminal:

(1) Covered Space Available:

Yes: No: X

Location:
Dimensions Available:

(2) Outside Storage Space Available:

Yes: No: X

Location:
Dimensions Available:

b. Cargo Storage Area:

 (1) Inside Storage:

Location: NONE
Dimensions Available:
Type Flooring:
Remarks:

(2) Outside Storage:

Location: NONE
Dimensions Available:
Type Surface:
Remarks:

Is Storage Area Fenced: Yes: No: X

Are Outside lights Available: Yes: No: X
Remarks:

(3) Is there additional vehicle storage parking available?

Yes: No: X

If yes, give location:

(4) What are the dimensions of the space available for the following?

Wheeled Vehicles: N/A

Tracked Vehicles: N/A
c. Hazardous Cargo Buildup Area

Yes: No: X

If no, can TALCE establish their own?

Yes: No: X

Location:
Distance to Remote Parking:
Dimensions of Area:
Type Surface:
Revetment Type:
Maximum N.E.W. Allowable:

d. Aircraft Loaders Available:

Type Quantity Remarks

60 K: 0
40 K: 0
25 K: 0
Others: 0
e. Forklifts Available:

Type Quantity Remarks

13 K AT: 0
10 K AT: 0
10 K STD: 0
6 K: 0
4 K: 0
Other:

f. Wide-Body MHE:

(1) Upper Lobe:

Type Quantity Capability Remarks

0

(2) Lower Lobe:

Type Quantity Capability Remarks

0

g. Additional MHE Equipment:

Type Quantity
Pallet/Container Trailers: 0
Truck On/Off Loading Ramps: 0

(1) Flat Bed Trucks:

Yes: No: X

Type: Rollerized Length:

Quantity: Remarks:

(2) Pallet/Cargo Scales:

Yes: No: X

Type: Weight Capability:

Quantity: Remarks:

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Usage Requirements:
Cost:
Method of Payment:

h. Additional MHE Support:

(1) MHE Repair Facilities Available:

 Yes: No: X

Location:
Dimensions Available:

(2) Vehicle Cleaning Capability/Wash Rack:

Yes: No: X

Location:

i. Passenger Service:

Location:
Telephone Number:
Maximum Capacity:

Eating Facilities Available on Premises: Yes: No: X

Hours of Operation:

Passenger Stairs Available: Yes: No: X

Type: Height:
Aircraft Compatibility:

What type of passenger and baggage screening procedures are conducted at terminal?

NONE

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Usage Requirements:
Cost:
Method of Payment:

j. Fleet Service:

(1) Fleet Service Available for Military and Civil Aircraft:

Yes: No: X

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Usage Requirements:
Cost:
Method of Payment:
 Type of Servicing Trucks: Capacity:
Aircraft Compatibility:

(2) Disposal Facility

Yes: No: X

Distance to Facility:
Cost:
Method of Payment:

(3) In-flight Kitchen:

Yes: No: X

Location:
Distance from Flightline:
Operating Hours:
Required Lead Time:

k. Summary of aerial port services:

NO AERIAL PORT SERVICES AVAILABLE

2. Vehicle Transportation:

Yes: No: X

Type Quantity Remarks

Staff Cars: 0
Station Wagons: 0
Buses: 0
Vans: 0
Trucks:
Wreckers:

a. Vehicle Maintenance Facility:

Yes: No: X

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Location:

b. Vehicle Fuel Availability:

 Regular Fuel Available: Yes: No: X
Unleaded Fuel Available: Yes: No: X
Diesel Fuel Available: Yes: No: X

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Location:

c. Car Rental Service Available:

Yes: No: X

Company Name Telephone Number Location

d. Taxi Service Available:

Yes: No: X

Company Name Telephone Number Location

3. Airfield Throughput Capacity:

(To be accomplished by qualified transportation team member or base transportation personnel.)

a. Throughput capacity is comprised of the personnel, equipment, and facilities required to

perform the functions necessary for receiving, parking, offloading, processing, and clearing of
all types of cargo and passengers at an airport, and is constrained by airfield reception, aircraft
parking, offload, and clearance capabilities. In this regard, it is necessary to determine
tonnage estimates for each airfield in terns of both the amount of work which could be
accomplished each date over a sustained period of 30 days.

b. Considering the above factors, please specify below, the tonnage that could be removed
completely through the airfield during each 24-hour period.

CURRENT AVERAGE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM ESTIMATED MAXIMUM

DAILY THROUGHPUT DAILY THROUGHPUT THROUGHPUT
CAPABILITY CAPABILITY
(With current manpower & (Not constrained by current
equipment) manpower & equipment)
 c. If arriving personnel, vehicles, and cargo will be moved to their final destination by rail, road,
or a combination of both. The following information is required:

(1) Identify and indicate the distance to the nearest railhead(s) with the capability to load
wheeled and tracked vehicles. Also, include capabilities of loading ramps and
marshalling areas.
(2) Identify the number and type of major roads serving the airfield and any movement
restrictions that exist in the vicinity of the airfield and/or between the airport and
railhead(s) that could prevent movement of large wheeled or tracked vehicles.

PART II
AIRFIELD SUPPORT
SECTION III
LOGISTICS

1. Aircraft Support:

a. Deicing Equipment:

Yes: No: X

Fluid Available:
Aircraft Compatibility:

b. Transient Alert:

Operating Hours: SUNRISE TO SUNSET

Building Number: 1
Phone Number: NONE

(1) Follow-Me Vehicles Available:

Yes: No: X Quantity:

(2) Aircraft Marshallers Available:

Yes: X No: Quantity: 1

(3) Fire Guards Available:

Yes: X No: Quantity: 1

(4) Fire Bottles Available:

Type Quantity Remarks

UKN 2 RUSSIAN TYPE

2. Equipment:
a. Power Units:

Type Quantity Remarks

0

b. Air Carts:

Type Quantity Remarks

0

c. Hydraulic Test Stands:

Type Quantity Remarks

0

d. Air Compressors:

Hi-Pressure Quantity Remarks

0

Low Pressure Quantity Remarks

0

e. Heaters:

Type Quantity Remarks

0

f. Aircraft Air Conditioners:

Type Quantity Remarks

0

g. Light Carts:

Type Quantity Remarks

0
h. Other Powered AGE:

Type Quantity Remarks

0

i. Jacks:

Type Purpose Quantity Remarks

0

j. Maintenance Stands:

Type Purpose Quantity Remarks

0

k. Cranes:

Type Purpose Quantity Remarks

0

l. Cherry Pickers:

Type Purpose Quantity Remarks

0

m. Wide-Body & Narrow-Body Aircraft Capabilities:

NONE
 n. Summary of Aircraft Support:

NO AIRCRAFT SUPPORT AVAILABLE

3. Maintenance/Supply Facilities and Capabilities:

a. What repair capability exists on station that is compatible with the type of aircraft in this
operation?

(If complete field repair capability exists for an MDS state: C-141 – Complete – All.)

MDS Field Level Repair Capability Systems

NONE

b. What facilities are available for specialist dispatch pools?

Shop Type Sq. Ft. Additional Space

Perm. Or Temp. Required
NONE

4. Fuels

Point of Contact:
Telephone Number:
Cost: N/A
Method of Payment: N/A

a. Jet Fuels Capabilities:

(1) Bulk storage capacity:

Type Amount
NONE NONE

(2) Average inventory in bulk storage:

 NONE

(3) How does the bulk storage facility receive the jet fuel? (TT – Tanker Truck, TC – Tanker Car,
PL – Pipeline, or TB – Tanker Barge)

NONE

(4) Receiving rate:

Source Receiving Rate

Tanker Truck: N/A
Tanker Car: N/A
Pipeline: N/A
Tanker Barge: N/A

(5) Transfer rate from bulk storage to the hydrant storage tanks: (Gallons Per Minute “GPM”)

N/A

b. Jet Fuels Dispensing Capabilities:

(1) Hydrant storage capacity:

NONE

(2) Number of hydrant refueling positions:

NONE

(3) Total gallons per minute (GPM) that can be pumped through the hydrant systems:

N/A

(4) Number of aircraft that can be refueled by hydrants simultaneously:

N/A

(5) Refueling vehicles:

Number Of Vehicles: 0
Fuel Capacity (Gallons): N/A
Pumping Rate (GPM): N/A

(6) Turnaround time from flightline to fill-stand, fill-up, and return to flightline:

N/A

(7) Number of fill-stands and pumping capacity of each:

NONE
 c. Off-Base Facilities:

(1) Where is the off-base supply point:

N/A

(2) Storage capacity and average fill:

NONE

(3) Trace POL supply back to port or refinery. If the refinery is the source, determine production
capability for jet fuels:

N/A

d. Are the following available or procurable:

(1) Liquid Oxygen:

Yes: No: X Source:

(2) Gaseous Oxygen:

Yes: No: X Source:

(3) Oil:

Yes: No: X Source:

(4) Tires/Wheels:

Yes: No: X Source:

e. Summary of Fuel Availability:

FUEL NOT AVAILABLE AT AIRFIELD. AIRCRAFT THAT PRESENTLY OPERATE

AT THE AIRFIELD ARE TOLD TO TANKER FUEL.

PART II
AIRFIELD SUPPORT
SECTION IV
BASE SUPPORT

1. Base Facilities:

a. Billeting:

(1) On Base:

Yes: No: X

Name:
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
 Location:
Distance:
Number of Beds:

(2) Off-Base:

Yes: X No:

Name: ANCHOR HOTEL

Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address: PORTOFPOTI.COM
Location: POTI, GEORGIA
Distance: 3 MILES
Number of Beds: 100

Name:
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:
Distance:
Number of Beds:

Name:
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:
Distance:
Number of Beds:

b. Messing:

(1) On Base:

Yes: No: X

Name:
Hours of Operation:
Personnel Capacity:
Distance from flightline:

(2) Off Base:

Yes: X No:

Name: VARIOUS
Hours of Operation: 1000L-2300L
 Personnel Capacity: VARIES
Distance from flightline: 1-3 MILES

c. Summary of Billeting and Messing facilities:

NO BILLETING OR MESSING FACILITIES AVAILABLE AT THE AIRFIELD,

HOWEVER SEVERAL MESSING FACILITIES EXIST IN THE TOWN OF POTI. POTI
PRESENTLY HAS ONLY ONE SUITABLE HOTEL HOWEVER THEY ARE
PRESENTLY CONSTRUCTING A LARGER HOTEL IN TOWN. ESTIMATED
COMPLETION DATE UNKNOWN.

2. Base Medical Facilities:

a. Emergency Medical Facilities:

(1) On Base/Airport:

Yes: No: X

Name:
Hours of Operation:
Telephone Number:
Distance from flightline:
Air Evac Capability:
Remarks

(2) Off Base/Military Hospital, Poti:

Yes: X No:

Name: Poti Military Hospital

126 Akaki St, Poti
Director: Sulaberidze Avandil, 891-560670 (cell)
Hours of Operation: 24 hrs
Telephone Number: 8293-22964 (Hospital)
Distance from flightline: 3.5 km from Poti Airfield
Air Evac Capability: NO

(3) Off Base/Civilian Hospital, Poti:

Yes: X No:

Name: Poti Hospital

51 Agmashenebeli St, Poti
Director: Ilia Chanturia
Hours of Operation:
Telephone Number: 2-21-41 (Director), 5-48-54 (Surgery Department)
Distance from flightline: 5 km from Poti Airfield
Air Evac Capability: NO

b. Outpatient Care Available:

(1) On Base:
 Yes: No: X Hours of Operation:

(2) Off Base:

Yes: x No: Hours of Operation: 24 hrs

c. Number of Physicians Available: (Military Hospital)

(1) Flight Surgeons:

U.S.: None Foreign National: None

(2) Other Physicians: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

(3) Number of Medical Technicians Available: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

(4) Number of Dentist Available: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

(5) Number of Dental Technicians Available: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

(6) Number of Nurses Available: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

d. Number of In-Patient Beds Available:

(1) On Base: 0
(2) Off Base: 30 (Military Hospital)

e. During a contingency, how many medical personnel will remain at the base medical facility?

Physician Type Number of Persons Remaining

N/A

f. Number of Ambulances:

Crash Ambulances with Radios: 0

g. Other Ambulances:

Military: 0
Civilian: 0

h. Does a crash ambulance normally respond to all in-flight emergencies?

Yes: No: X
i. During a contingency, how many ambulances will remain at the base medical facilities?

Type of Ambulance Number of Ambulances Remaining

N/A

j. Summary of Medical Information:

Military Hospital in Poti: Toured hospital. Staff includes 8 doctors, 22 nurses. 30 in-
patient beds. Capabilities include: First Aid, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Dental,
Urology, Opthamology, Immunizations, X-Ray, Lab, Optometry, and Ortho. Traumas are
sent to Tbilisi, to the Ministry of Defense Hospital. No ambulances available. Medical
supplies limited. Oxygen containers in hospital. Blood supply obtained locally. Facility
does not have consistent power, heat, or air-conditioning (no oil available for heater
system). Back-up generator available. Water supply from city, storage tanks on site. One
shower, several sinks and latrines (5-6). No Isolation Room available; contagious patients
held in “lady’s room”, and then sent to Tbilisi. No morgue. No patient decon.

Poti Airfield: Room available in main facility for American medical personnel (4-5 people).
Space available for portable medical facility (parking lot probably best location). Large
building located on site not usable (structurally unsound). Drinking water: groundwater
approximately 2 meters deep. Two latrines available (located outside). No showers or
hand-washing facilities available. No solid waste disposal available, but can contract with
town for pick-up. Nearest food market/restaurant is 2.5 km from airfield.

k. All Overseas Locations:

(1) What potentially transmissible diseases are prevalent in the surrounding area(s)?

INFECTIOUS DISEASE RISK ASSESSMENT

In descending order, the following infectious diseases pose the greatest risk to deployed forces:
(1) Diarrheal Diseases: Endemic at moderate to high levels; outbreaks are occurring with
increasing frequency; caused by several bacterial, protozoal, and viral agents.

(2) Other Food or Waterborne Diseases: Viral Hepatitis A and E, Typhoid and Paratyphoid
Fevers

(3) Vector-Borne Diseases: Arboviral Diseases: Including sandfly fever, West Nile virus fever,
tick-borne encephalitis, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, Malaria (focally endemic, primarily
occurs April to October), Leishmaniasis (polymorphic protozoan disease of skin/mucous
membranes)

(4) Person-to-Person/Respiratory-borne Diseases: Meningococcal Meningitis (more common

between November and March), and Tuberculosis

(5) Sexually Transmitted and/or Bloodborne Diseases: Gonorrhea, Chlamydial Diseases,

Viral Hepatitis B/D and C, Syphilis, HIV/AIDS

(6) Other Endemic Diseases: Brucellosis (infection usually is contracted by exposure to

livestock or consumption of unpasteurized milk products), Leptospirosis (infection usually is
attributed to skin contact with water or moist soil contaminated with urine of infected animals),
Hantaviral Diseases, Anthrax (ingestion of infected meat), Rabies (wolf, fox, stray dog bites), Q
Fever (ticks, livestock), Spotted Fever Group Rickettsioses (ticks), Boutonneuse fever (tick),
Tick-Borne and Louse-Borne Relapsing Fever (tick), Lyme Disease (tick), Plague (flea-borne),
Flea-Borne and Louse-Borne typhus
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH RISKS:

(1) Hazardous Animals, Insects, and Plants:

Venomous Land Snakes (Family Viperidae, including Vipera ammodytes, Vipera kaznakovi,
Vipera lebetina, Vipera ursinii, Vipera xanthina)
Scorpions (none known to be life-threatening)
Widow Spiders
Insects [Specific information on insects of medical importance lacking. Thought to have species
of moth with venomous/urticating hairs (Euproctis spp./Lepidoptera: Liparidae; tussock moths
reported from Russia) and larva (caterpillar) with venomous spines. Small (4-7 mm), slender
rove beetles, Paederus spp. likely occur, based on regional data; do not look like typical beetles,
but have very short wing covers that expose most of flexible abdomen; when crushed, beetle
body fluid contains contact vesicant that will blister skin and irritate eyes. Centipedes (none
known to be life-threatening), Millipedes (Do not bite and generally harmless; however, when
handled, some larger millipedes secrete noxious fluid that can cause severe blistering upon
contact with tender).
Plants: Dermatitis risks and systemic poisoning risks. SEE MEDIC CD for specifics.

(2) Contamination and Pollution

The country’s most polluted regions are also the population and industrial centers.
Water: Most of Georgia's water treatment and distribution systems remain in a state of continued
disrepair and deterioration. Although European and U.S. humanitarian aid has funded repair and
upgrading of several municipal treatment/distribution systems, supply interruptions and cross
contamination occur because of lack of treatment supplies, repair parts, and quality control
measures; recurring power outages; and leaking pipes. Major pollutants entering the country’s
water sources are sewage, oil products, nitrous ammonia, organic substances, and heavy metals.
Major contributors are metallurgy, oil refining, coal mining, chemical industries, energy
production and agricultural practices. The most polluted rivers are Mtkvari, Rioni, Kvirila,
Galidzga, Tkibuli, Enguri and the Gubistskali. In most of these rivers concentrations of phenols,
hydrocarbons, copper, manganese, zinc, and nitrogen are “higher than national and international
standards.”
Air: The most polluted air in the country is associated with the most industrialized areas of
Tbilisi, Kutaisi, Rustavi. The major single source of air pollutants is vehicle emissions resulting
from increased numbers of automobiles and poor quality fuel. Major stationary sources are oil
refineries, energy production facilities, metallurgy and chemical facilities, and construction
sectors. The country’s nine largest industrial facilities are responsible for 80 percent of the total
stationary emissions. The compounds measured are particulate matter, SOx, NOx, COx, soluble
sulfates, phenol, and formaldehyde, with levels consistently multiples of the “national maximum
permissible concentrations.”
Soil: Indiscriminate use of pesticides and fertilizers has resulted in contamination of soil in
agricultural use lands.
Radiological: Georgia is considered the fourth worst contaminated country after Belarus,
Ukraine, and Russia as a result of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant explosion. In 1986, cesium
and strontium contamination was reported in Batumi, Gagra, Gudauta, Poti, and Sukhumi; re-
monitoring of these locations has not been conducted. Both cesium and strontium have long half-
lives and could affect food and water. Radioactive waste generated in Georgia is stored at the
Vaziani Military Airfield, located 30 km east of Tbilisi. The exact inventory of the waste
site is unknown, but it formerly was used by Russian Forces of the Transcaucasus.
Isolated sources of ionizing radiation have been reported in areas abandoned by Russian forces
following the collapse of the Former Soviet Union (e.g., October 1997, buried cesium sources at
abandoned base outside Tbilisi caused the death of one Georgian solider and seriously injured 11
more. September 1998, two sources discovered near town of Senaki in former Soviet air base).

(3) Sanitation and Waste Management: Sanitary conditions in Georgia are well below
Western standards. Urban sanitation services have worsened in Georgia as a result of the internal
 strife and supply shortages that have occurred since the breakup of the Soviet Union. Urban
sewage disposal systems are aging, poorly constructed, and inadequate to meet current needs.
Many rural dwellings/small communities still dispose of wastes directly into streams and rivers.

(4) Hazardous waste: In the past, waste sites were located near industrial sites/communal waste
areas. Very little management, control, or waste identification/monitoring were practiced.
Conditions have not improved; in fact indiscriminate dumping in large cities has increased.
Dump sites are usually open to air, near villages and other settlements and next to bodies of
water.

PREVENTIVE MEDICINE RECOMMENDATIONS:

During Deployment
• Consume food, water, and ice only from US-approved sources
• Involve preventive medicine personnel with troop camp site selection
• Practice good personal hygiene, handwashing, and waste disposal.
• Avoid sexual contact. If sexually active, use condoms.
• Use DEET and other personal protective measures (e.g., proper wear of uniform, use of bed
nets, daily “buddy checks” in tick and mite infested areas, etc.) against insects and other
arthropod-borne diseases.
• Continue malaria chemoprophylaxis, if indicated
• Minimize non-battle injuries by ensuring safety measures are followed, including hearing and
optical protection, adequate water consumption, work/rest cycles, acclimatization to
environment, and stress management. Eliminate food/waste sources that attract pests in living
areas.
• Avoid contact with animals and hazardous plants.

(2) Do the off-base eating facilities practice good standards of food preparation?

Yes: No:

Unknown.

(3) Are there any foods or drinks that should be avoided by U.S. Air Force personnel?

Yes: No: Item: Normal precautions: Surface wash fruits and

vegetables (including raw greens) with bleach
solution (1T bleach per gallon of water),
and/or peel prior to use. Cook meats well.
Use local dairy products with caution.

(4) What is the source of the local drinking water?

Groundwater

(5) Is the local water supply disinfected?

Yes: No:

Unknown; water source not considered reliable. Vulnerability assessment not

performed. Infrastructure poor. Recommend bottled water (Borjomi, Gewa)

(6) Is the base located in a malaria risk country?

Yes: X No:
 (a) If yes, is the base located in the risk area?

Yes: X No:

(b) Is the surrounding countryside in the risk area?

Yes: X No:

(c) Months of the year that are at risk?

April through October

3. Personnel:

a. MPF facilities available?

Yes: No: X

b. MPF’s Major Command?

4. Security:

a. Types of guard (Military/Civilian)?

SEE SECURITY SURVEY ATTACHMENT

b. Are guards armed?

Yes: No:

If so, what type of weapons (Handgun, rifle, machine gun, etc.)?

c. Number of guards on shift?

d. Do guards patrol on foot or in a vehicle?

Foot: Vehicle: X

e. Are patrol dogs utilized?

Yes: No: X

f. Do guards speak English?

Yes: No: X How well?

g. Does the transient aircraft parking area appear secured?

 Yes: No: X

h. Is the transient aircraft parking area well lighted?

Yes: No: X

i. Were portable light units furnished?

Yes: No: X

j. Does the flightline have restricted access?

Yes: No: X

k. Is the flightline fenced?

Yes: No: X

What type of fencing (wood, chain link, etc.)?

l. Did the security forces appear to have intra-base radios?

Yes: No: X

m. Did they appear to use a restricted area badge or some other type of personal identification?

Yes: No: X

n. Did local forces provide a security check of passengers?

Yes: No: X

o. Are weapons storage facilities available to transient aircrews?

Yes: No: X

p. Summary of Security:

ALTHOUGH THERE ARE PERSONNEL PRESENT ON THE AIRFIELD, THEIR

ROLE IS OF CARE-TAKERS OF THE GROUNDS RATHER THAN SECURITY.
NECESSARY ELEMENTS SUCH AS COMMUNICATIONS, WEAPONS, TRAINING,
VEHICLES, ETC… ARE NOT AVAILABLE. AIRFIELD DOES NOT MEET
PHYSICAL SECURITY OR RESOURCE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS.
COMPENSATORY MEASURES FOR SECURITY SHOULD BE MEET TRANSITING
THIS AIRFIELD.

5. Fire Protection:

a. Manpower:

(1) Number of firefighter on each shift?

 1

a. Facilities:

(1) Are rescue crews housed and messed on the flightline?

Yes: No: X

(2) Is a full suit of protective clothing available for each on-duty fire fighter (hood, coat,
trousers, boots, gloves, etc.)?

Yes: No: X

(3) Is any aluminized protective clothing available?

Yes: No: X

(4) Is a water supply available on the airfield for refilling crash trucks?

Yes: X No:

b. Operations:

(1) Is each fire fighting vehicle radio equipped?

Yes: No: X

(2) Can vehicles communicate with the tower?

Yes: No: X

b. Equipment:

(1) List the type and quantity of USAF fire protection Vehicles:

Type Quantity
NONE 0

(2) Provide the following information on non-USAF fire protection vehicles:

 Make Number Water Foam Number of Water Rate
Capacity Capacity Turrets of Turrets
(GPM)
RUSSIAN 1 UKN UKN UKN UKN

c. Summary of fire protection:

1 FIRE PROTECTION VEHICLE AT THE AIRFIELD IN POOR CONDITION AND

PRESENTLY NOT IN USE BECAUSE OF LACK OF VEHICLE FUEL.
 PART II
AIFIELD SUPPORT
SECTION V
SUMMARY

Summarize the airfield’s capability to support C-130, C-141, C-17, C-5, KC-10, Commercial B-
747, DC-10, DC-8, etc., aircraft. Include whether the airfield is capable of supporting an on/off-
load, en route stop or emergency/alternate capability or SIOP mission. Include also any limiting
factors not covered by this checklist and measures necessary to correct all limiting factors.

AIRFIELD IS CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING 2/C130 OR 2/C17 AIRCRAFT, HOWEVER

THE AIRFIELD CURRENTLY HAS INADEQUATE FIRE PROTECTION AND NO
FUELING CAPABILITY.

Indicate working maximum on the ground (MOG) for normal operations and for contingencies by
aircraft type.

Aircraft Type Normal Contingency

C130 0 2
C17 0 2
 PART II
AIRFIELD SUPPORT
SECTION VI
AGENCY DIRECTORY

Name: AIRFIELD MANAGEMENT

Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Building Number:

Name: AERIAL PORT SERVICES

Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: AEROSPACE GROUND EQUIPEMENT

Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL

Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: COMMUNICATIONS
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: FIRE DEPARTMENT

Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: FUELS
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: HOSPITAL
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: SECURITY
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: TRANSIENT ALERT

Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: TRANSPORTATION
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:

Name: WEATHER
Telephone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
Location:
 d. Messing:

(3) On Base:

Yes: No: X

Name:
Hours of Operation:
Personnel Capacity:
Distance from flightline:

(4) Off Base:

Yes: X No:

Name:
Hours of Operation:
Personnel Capacity:
Distance from flightline:

e. Summary of Billeting and Messing facilities:

SEVERAL RESTAURANTS IN THE LOCAL AREA

6. Base Medical Facilities:

b. Emergency Medical Facilities:

(4) On Base/Airport:

Yes: No: X

Name:
Hours of Operation:
Telephone Number:
Distance from flightline:
Air Evac Capability:
Remarks

(5) Off Base/Military Hospital, Poti:

Yes: X No:

Name: Poti Military Hospital

126 Akaki St, Poti
Director: Sulaberidze Avandil, 891-560670 (cell)
Hours of Operation: 24 hrs
Telephone Number: 8293-22964 (Hospital)
Distance from flightline: 3.5 km from Poti Airfield
Air Evac Capability: NO

(6) Off Base/Civilian Hospital, Poti:

Yes: X No:
 Name:
Hours of Operation:
Telephone Number:
Distance from flightline:
Air Evac Capability:
Poti Hospital
51 Agmashenebeli St, Poti
Director: Ilia Chanturia
2-21-41 (Director), 5-48-54 (Surgery Department)
5 km from Poti Airfield
NO

b. Outpatient Care Available:

(3) On Base:

Yes: No: X Hours of Operation:

(4) Off Base:

Yes: x No: Hours of Operation: 24 hrs

c. Number of Physicians Available: (Military Hospital)

(1) Flight Surgeons:

U.S.: None Foreign National: None

(2) Other Physicians: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

(3) Number of Medical Technicians Available: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

(4) Number of Dentist Available: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

(5) Number of Dental Technicians Available: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

(6) Number of Nurses Available: SEE SUMMARY

U.S.: Foreign National:

d. Number of In-Patient Beds Available:

(1) On Base: 0
(2) Off Base: 30 (Military Hospital)

e. During a contingency, how many medical personnel will remain at the base medical facility?

Physician Type Number of Persons Remaining

N/A
f. Number of Ambulances:

Crash Ambulances with Radios: 0

g. Other Ambulances:

Military: 0
Civilian: 0

h. Does a crash ambulance normally respond to all in-flight emergencies?

Yes: No: X

i. During a contingency, how many ambulances will remain at the base medical facilities?

Type of Ambulance Number of Ambulances Remaining

N/A

j. Summary of Medical Information:

Military Hospital in Poti: Toured hospital. Staff includes 8 doctors, 22 nurses. 30 in-
patient beds. Capabilities include: First Aid, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Dental,
Urology, Opthamology, Immunizations, X-Ray, Lab, Optometry, and Ortho. Traumas are
sent to Tbilisi, to the Ministry of Defense Hospital. No ambulances available. Medical
supplies limited. Oxygen containers in hospital. Blood supply obtained locally. Facility
does not have consistent power, heat, or air-conditioning (no oil available for heater
system). Back-up generator available. Water supply from city, storage tanks on site. One
shower, several sinks and latrines (5-6). No Isolation Room available; contagious patients
held in “lady’s room”, and then sent to Tbilisi. No morgue. No patient decon.

Poti Airfield: Room available in main facility for American medical personnel (4-5 people).
Space available for portable medical facility (parking lot probably best location). Large
building located on site not usable (structurally unsound). Drinking water: groundwater
approximately 2 meters deep. Two latrines available (located outside). No showers or
hand-washing facilities available. No solid waste disposal available, but can contract with
town for pick-up. Nearest food market/restaurant is 2.5 km from airfield.

k. All Overseas Locations:

(3) What potentially transmissible diseases are prevalent in the surrounding area(s)?

INFECTIOUS DISEASE RISK ASSESSMENT

In descending order, the following infectious diseases pose the greatest risk to deployed forces:
(1) Diarrheal Diseases: Endemic at moderate to high levels; outbreaks are occurring with
increasing frequency; caused by several bacterial, protozoal, and viral agents.

(2) Other Food or Waterborne Diseases: Viral Hepatitis A and E, Typhoid and Paratyphoid
Fevers

(3) Vector-Borne Diseases: Arboviral Diseases: Including sandfly fever, West Nile virus fever,
tick-borne encephalitis, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, Malaria (focally endemic, primarily
occurs April to October), Leishmaniasis (polymorphic protozoan disease of skin/mucous
membranes)
(4) Person-to-Person/Respiratory-borne Diseases: Meningococcal Meningitis (more common
between November and March), and Tuberculosis

(5) Sexually Transmitted and/or Bloodborne Diseases: Gonorrhea, Chlamydial Diseases,

Viral Hepatitis B/D and C, Syphilis, HIV/AIDS

(6) Other Endemic Diseases: Brucellosis (infection usually is contracted by exposure to

livestock or consumption of unpasteurized milk products), Leptospirosis (infection usually is
attributed to skin contact with water or moist soil contaminated with urine of infected animals),
Hantaviral Diseases, Anthrax (ingestion of infected meat), Rabies (wolf, fox, stray dog bites), Q
Fever (ticks, livestock), Spotted Fever Group Rickettsioses (ticks), Boutonneuse fever (tick),
Tick-Borne and Louse-Borne Relapsing Fever (tick), Lyme Disease (tick), Plague (flea-borne),
Flea-Borne and Louse-Borne typhus

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH RISKS:

(1) Hazardous Animals, Insects, and Plants:

Venomous Land Snakes (Family Viperidae, including Vipera ammodytes, Vipera kaznakovi,
Vipera lebetina, Vipera ursinii, Vipera xanthina)
Scorpions (none known to be life-threatening)
Widow Spiders
Insects [Specific information on insects of medical importance lacking. Thought to have species
of moth with venomous/urticating hairs (Euproctis spp./Lepidoptera: Liparidae; tussock moths
reported from Russia) and larva (caterpillar) with venomous spines. Small (4-7 mm), slender
rove beetles, Paederus spp. likely occur, based on regional data; do not look like typical beetles,
but have very short wing covers that expose most of flexible abdomen; when crushed, beetle
body fluid contains contact vesicant that will blister skin and irritate eyes. Centipedes (none
known to be life-threatening), Millipedes (Do not bite and generally harmless; however, when
handled, some larger millipedes secrete noxious fluid that can cause severe blistering upon
contact with tender).
Plants: Dermatitis risks and systemic poisoning risks. SEE MEDIC CD for specifics.

(2) Contamination and Pollution

The country’s most polluted regions are also the population and industrial centers.
Water: Most of Georgia's water treatment and distribution systems remain in a state of continued
disrepair and deterioration. Although European and U.S. humanitarian aid has funded repair and
upgrading of several municipal treatment/distribution systems, supply interruptions and cross
contamination occur because of lack of treatment supplies, repair parts, and quality control
measures; recurring power outages; and leaking pipes. Major pollutants entering the country’s
water sources are sewage, oil products, nitrous ammonia, organic substances, and heavy metals.
Major contributors are metallurgy, oil refining, coal mining, chemical industries, energy
production and agricultural practices. The most polluted rivers are Mtkvari, Rioni, Kvirila,
Galidzga, Tkibuli, Enguri and the Gubistskali. In most of these rivers concentrations of phenols,
hydrocarbons, copper, manganese, zinc, and nitrogen are “higher than national and international
standards.”
Air: The most polluted air in the country is associated with the most industrialized areas of
Tbilisi, Kutaisi, Rustavi. The major single source of air pollutants is vehicle emissions resulting
from increased numbers of automobiles and poor quality fuel. Major stationary sources are oil
refineries, energy production facilities, metallurgy and chemical facilities, and construction
sectors. The country’s nine largest industrial facilities are responsible for 80 percent of the total
stationary emissions. The compounds measured are particulate matter, SOx, NOx, COx, soluble
sulfates, phenol, and formaldehyde, with levels consistently multiples of the “national maximum
permissible concentrations.”
Soil: Indiscriminate use of pesticides and fertilizers has resulted in contamination of soil in
agricultural use lands.
 Radiological: Georgia is considered the fourth worst contaminated country after Belarus,
Ukraine, and Russia as a result of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant explosion. In 1986, cesium
and strontium contamination was reported in Batumi, Gagra, Gudauta, Poti, and Sukhumi; re-
monitoring of these locations has not been conducted. Both cesium and strontium have long half-
lives and could affect food and water. Radioactive waste generated in Georgia is stored at the
Vaziani Military Airfield, located 30 km east of Tbilisi. The exact inventory of the waste
site is unknown, but it formerly was used by Russian Forces of the Transcaucasus.
Isolated sources of ionizing radiation have been reported in areas abandoned by Russian forces
following the collapse of the Former Soviet Union (e.g., October 1997, buried cesium sources at
abandoned base outside Tbilisi caused the death of one Georgian solider and seriously injured 11
more. September 1998, two sources discovered near town of Senaki in former Soviet air base).

(3) Sanitation and Waste Management: Sanitary conditions in Georgia are well below
Western standards. Urban sanitation services have worsened in Georgia as a result of the internal
strife and supply shortages that have occurred since the breakup of the Soviet Union. Urban
sewage disposal systems are aging, poorly constructed, and inadequate to meet current needs.
Many rural dwellings/small communities still dispose of wastes directly into streams and rivers.

(4) Hazardous waste: In the past, waste sites were located near industrial sites/communal waste
areas. Very little management, control, or waste identification/monitoring were practiced.
Conditions have not improved; in fact indiscriminate dumping in large cities has increased.
Dump sites are usually open to air, near villages and other settlements and next to bodies of
water.

PREVENTIVE MEDICINE RECOMMENDATIONS:

During Deployment
• Consume food, water, and ice only from US-approved sources
• Involve preventive medicine personnel with troop camp site selection
• Practice good personal hygiene, handwashing, and waste disposal.
• Avoid sexual contact. If sexually active, use condoms.
• Use DEET and other personal protective measures (e.g., proper wear of uniform, use of bed
nets, daily “buddy checks” in tick and mite infested areas, etc.) against insects and other
arthropod-borne diseases.
• Continue malaria chemoprophylaxis, if indicated
• Minimize non-battle injuries by ensuring safety measures are followed, including hearing and
optical protection, adequate water consumption, work/rest cycles, acclimatization to
environment, and stress management. Eliminate food/waste sources that attract pests in living
areas.
• Avoid contact with animals and hazardous plants.

(4) Do the off-base eating facilities practice good standards of food preparation?

Yes: No:

Unknown.

(3) Are there any foods or drinks that should be avoided by U.S. Air Force personnel?

Yes: No: Item: Normal precautions: Surface wash fruits and

vegetables (including raw greens) with bleach
solution (1T bleach per gallon of water),
and/or peel prior to use. Cook meats well.
Use local dairy products with caution.

(4) What is the source of the local drinking water?

 Groundwater

(5) Is the local water supply disinfected?

Yes: No:

Unknown; water source not considered reliable. Vulnerability assessment not

performed. Infrastructure poor. Recommend bottled water (Borjomi, Gewa)

(6) Is the base located in a malaria risk country?

Yes: X No:

(a) If yes, is the base located in the risk area?

Yes: x No:

(b) Is the surrounding countryside in the risk area?

Yes: x No:

(c) Months of the year that are at risk?

April through October

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621 Air Mobility Operations Group
Force Protection
Essential Elements of Information

1. Identifying Data:

Country: Georgia City: Poti

Airfield: Poti Airport ICAO: UGKC

Date: 9 Februay 2001

2. OVERVIEW:

2.1. Geography:.Mountainous republic situated in the heart of the Caucasus range. Georgia has
borders with Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Russia.
2.2. People:
2.2.1. Nationality: Georgian
2.2.2. Ethnic Groups: Georgians 70.1%, Armenians 8.1%, Russians 6.3%, Azerbaijanis 5.7%,
Ossetians 3% and Abkhaz 1.8%.
2.2.3. Religion: Orthodox 65%, Muslim 11%, Russian Orthodox 10%, and Armenian Apostolic
8%.
2.2.4. Languages: The official language is Georgian, spoken by 71% of the population. Russian
spoken by 9%, Armenian spoken by 7%, and Azerbaijani spoken by 6% of the population.
2.2.5. Government: Republic

3.1. Airfield Security Data:

3.2. Perimeter Fencing/Wall: There is no perimeter fence or wall encompassing the airfield.
3.2.1. Clearzones: There are no defined clear zones.

3.3. Perimeter Roads: There is no inner or outer perimeter road on or around the airfield.

3.4. Restricted Area/No Admittance Signs: There are no restricted area or no admittance signs
posted on the perimeter of the airfield.

3.5. Other Physical Barriers: With the exception of a gate at one entry control point to the
airfield and one entry control point gate accessing the aircraft parking ramp, there are no other
physical barriers on or around the airfield.

3.6. Security Forces (SF): The security force element is comprised of civilian personnel who
perform the role of airfield caretakers.
3.6.1. Security Force Composition: Two individuals assist the airfield manager with security
matters and maintenance of the airfield, to include performing the function as the fire
department.
3.6.2. Security Force Training: The individuals performing security functions do not receive any
type of security training.
3.6.3. Security Force Equipment: There is no SF equipment.
3.6.4. Security Force Vehicles: There are no SF vehicles.
3.7. Patrols: There are no patrols at the airfield.

3.8. Military Working Dogs/K-9: There are no military working dogs or K-9 units assigned to the
airfield.

3.9. Watch Towers/Fixed Guard Positions: There are no watch towers or fixed guard positions
on or around the perimeter.

3.10. Quick Reaction Force (QRF)/Counter Terrorism Units (CTU):

3.11. Entry Control Points(ECP): There are two ECP's on the airfield. One ECP is at the
entrance to the airfield. The ECP is not controlled. The second ECP access's the flight line,
aircraft parking area. None of the ECP's are manned.
3.11.1. Entry Control Point Communications: There is no ECP communications.
3.11.2. Entry Control Point Lighting: There is no ECP lighting or special purpose lighting on or
around the airfield.
3.11.3. Entry Control Point Signs: There are no "Authorized Entry Only" or "No Trespassing"
signs posted at any of the ECP's.
3.11.4. Circulation Control: There are no circulation control system or measures in place.

3.12. Lighting:
3.12.1. Portable Lighting Unit: There are no portable lighting units available at the airfield.
3.12.2. Aircraft Parking (AC) Area Lighting: There is no lighting on or near the aircraft parking
area.
3.12.3. Perimeter Lighting: There is no lighting on the interior or the exterior of the perimeter.

3.13. Close Circuit Television(CCTV): There is no CCTV system or associated equipment at the
airfield.

3.14. Alarm System: There is no alarm system.

3.15. Control/Dispatch Center: There is no control or dispatch center.

3.16. Aircraft Parking: US or any other commercial air passenger carriers do not transit this
location. There is only one aircraft parking area and it is not marked as a restricted area. There are
no support facilities to accommodate air crews for weapons storage, meals, fuel flight planning,
etc… US personnel could obtain weapons clearance with proper coordination through the
AmEmbassy and the Minister of Transportation. All request should include pertinent data such as
individuals name, passport number, purpose for arming, type of weapon, serial number, address
while in Poti, length of stay, and any other data which would be pertinent to the mission and
approval process. There are no weapons storage facilities available.

4. Billeting:

5. Route Security:

6. Personnel Threat:

7. Physical Location: The airfield is situated immediately outside the inner city of Poti, bordering
the river on one side and farmland on the other three sides. There are no power lines in the
immediate vicinity of the airfield. Approximately six abandoned buildings are located on the
airfield, to include the previously vacant passenger terminal. Outside the airfield property and
positioned parallel to the river are some industrial type facilities that could be used to monitor
airfield activities. Terrain features such has high brush, numerous ravins enhance the potential for
any adversary to conduct covert operations. Vegetation length is seasonal and warmer months
increase vegetation density.

8. Additional Planning Considerations:

8.1. Safety and Security: A passport and visa are required. US citizens may receive a visa upon
arrival at Tbilisi Airport, the Port of Pot, and the Red Bridge crossing on Georgia's border with
Azerbaijan. The AmEmbassy advises American citizens to avoid travel to the separatist-
controlled region of Abkhazia. There are reports of continued fighting and terrorist activity,
including attacks and kidnappings of international observers. These incidents have included
bombings and the mining of roads which pose a serious threat to vehicular traffic. American
citizens are also advised to avoid travel to other areas of continuing security concern; specifically
the Pankisi Gorge north of Akhmeta and the northern mountainous areas of Georgia bordering
Chechnya, Dagestan and Svaneti. There have been instances of kidnappings for ransom purposes
in these regions. As a result of a threat posed by banditry and other criminal activities, American
citizens should carefully evaluate the implications for their security before considering travel to
South Ossetia and along the Georgian Military Highway north of the Gudauri ski resort.

8.2. Medical: Medical care in Georgia is limited. There is a severe shortage of basic medical
supplies, including disposable needles, anesthetics, and antibiotics. Georgian doctors and
hospitals often expect immediate cash payment before rendering medical services.

8.3. Traffic Safety and Road Conditions: Vehicle traffic in Georgia moves along the right side of
the roadway. Speed limits range from 80 to 100 km/hr. on highways, and from 60 to 90km/hr. on
urban thoroughfares. Driver's are not permitted to make right turs on red at traffic lights. While
legislation mandating seat belt use has not been enacted, drivers and passengers are advised to
"Buckle Up" on Georgian roadways. Inter city travel in Georgia by bus and public minivan is
readily available, and improved train service links the capital to most large cities and towns. It is
also possible to hire private taxis for inter city travel. The state road police are responsible for
maintaining road safety in Georgia. Many local drivers do not operate their vehicles in
accordance with established driving regulations, motorists should exercise extreme caution when
driving, and pedestrians should be careful when crossing streets. The roads are generally in poor
condition and lack shoulder markings and centerlines. Traffic lights may not work due to power
outages and burned out bulbs. Undivided two lane roads connectmost major cities, and motorists
attempting to pass other vehiclesmay encounter oncoming high speed traffic. Driving at night can
be especially dangerous. Travel on mountainous roads is treacherous in both rain and snow, and
heavy snowfalls may make some roads impassable. The following considerations should be taken
into account when planning to travel in Georgia: Safety of public transportation is fair; Urban
road conditions and maintenance is poor; Rural road conditions and maintenance is poor;
Availability of roadside assistance is poor.

9. Points of Contact:
US Embassy
Major Jon Shearer
Poti Airfield
Mr Lollua Boris
Airfield Director
Phone: 829 321 609

10. Question concerning the contents of this survey should be directed to MSgt King at (609)
754-5824 or 5754; DSN: 640-XXXX.
------- Original Signed --------
MICHAEL KING, MSgt,USAF
Superintendent, Force Protection
 POTI AIRPORT, REPUBLIC OF GEORGIA
AIRFIELD PAVEMENT SUMMARY
9 FEB 2001

SUMMARY

1. An airfield pavement evaluation was conducted 9 February, 2001 at Poti Airport,

Republic of Georgia in conjunction with a Tanker Airlift Control Element (TALCE)
airfield survey. The purpose of this evaluation was to determine the strength of the
airfield pavements for upcoming military exercises. The airfield includes one
runway, one apron, and two short taxiways. Host nation airport officials are not
knowledgeable of the pavement strength and little information was available during
the site visit. Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) tests were performed on the
existing subgrade to establish its strength. The data collected from these tests was
used to calculate a new PCN based on the USAF standard.

2. The reported PCN for the airfield is as follows:

Feature Published Adjusted # Allowable

PCN* PCN** Passes
C-17 C-130
All Surfaces 15 F/C/Y/T 31 F/C/W/T 270 12,300
* Based on unknown mixture of Russian aircraft, calculated by Moscow Institute
** Based on the AF standard of 50,000 passes of a C-17, weighing 580,000 lbs

The last two columns on the right of this table represent the maximum number of
allowable passes for each aircraft before 100% of the pavement design life is used.
Due to the length of the runway, operations using C-5 and C-141 are prohibited.

3. Pavement conditions for all surfaces are fair. A few small repairs have been made on
the runway and apron, but are not predominant. The airfield was overlaid with
asphalt several years ago.

ANALYSIS

4. Airport officials were not able to provide detailed engineering drawings of the
airfield; however, they reported that the asphalt was 18 cm thick. This was verified
when drilling the access holes for the DCP tests. DCP tests revealed that under the
asphalt was roughly 30 cm of crushed stone, which lay upon the subgrade. This
profile seemed to be consistent throughout the airfield. Tests revealed that the
crushed stone had a CBR of 80, while the subgrade was rated with a CBR of 8. These
numbers were used to calculate the new PCN.