Guidance Updates

  • HQ RIO to host Virtual IR All Call on Jan. 30 at 2 p.m. MT

    HQ RIO is hosting its quarterly virtual IR All Call, led by RIO Commander Col. Nathan Day, on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, at 2 p.m. Mountain Time. This virtual town hall meeting is designed specifically for IRs, providing a platform to stay informed and engaged on key topics.Agenda Highlights RIO

  • New Forms Available

    IRs, we have made some important updates to streamline your processes.  New Forms Available (HQ RIO Portal): The VOCO, Annual Tour Special Request Form (ATSRF), Substitution Waiver & Excusal, and ETP late orders/AT request memos have been revised. You can find the latest versions in the HQ RIO

  • Enlisted Clothing Program Update

    At this time, we kindly ask all members to pause submitting uniform requests until official funding guidance is confirmed. We are actively engaged with AFRC and will provide updates as soon as new information becomes available. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate this

  • HQ RIO to host Virtual IR Orientation on Nov 5-6

    HQ RIO’s bi-monthly Virtual Individual Reservist Orientation (vIRO) replaces Detachment newcomer briefings to streamline onboarding for Individual Reservists (IRs). The next session will be held 5-6 November, from 08:00 to 16:00 MT daily, offering a two-day orientation designed to equip IRs and

  • IMA Chiefs All Call

    IMA Chiefs, You are invited to a Chief All Call with ARPC/CCC to discuss important updates that impact your career.  Key topics include Senior Leader Career Management System (SLCMS), High-Year Tenures (HYTs), Senior Leadership Development…and more! Date: Sept. 30, 2025 Time: 1330 MT Location:

  • Nominate Your URC for the Third Quarter Recognition Program!

    HQ RIO is now accepting nominations for the Third Quarter of 2025 Unit Reserve Coordinator Recognition Program, recognizing the outstanding support provided to our Individual Reservists.This is an opportunity to thank and honor your URC for their exceptional contributions from 1 July through 30 Sep

  • New DAF Form 1288 Released

    The Air Force has updated the DAF Form 1288. Please note the following procedures for HQ RIO: Old versions are valid ONLY if signed by the member or appropriate authority BEFORE August 11, 2025. Forms signed AFTER August 11, 2025, will be returned.You can find the new form, and other helpful

  • "Unhandled Fault" error workaround in myFSS

    We are aware that some IRs are experiencing an "unhandled fault" error when attempting to submit via the myFSS Orders Request link. If this happens to you, fill out this Orders Request Worksheet and submit it via myFSS to the Order Writing Cell - general inquiry queue. We are working with developers

  • RIO Connect App to be discontinued effective Oct. 1

    This message is to inform you HQ RIO will be discontinuing its RIO Connect app, effective Oct. 1, 2025. This decision aligns with the Department of the Air Force's sunsetting of the Air Force Connect app on June 30, 2025.The RIO Connect app will no longer provide updates, notifications, or two-way