When are unit commanders required to submit the CAPF 171 to wing HQ annually?

Unit commanders are required to submit the CAPF 171 to wing headquarters annually by November 1. This timeframe allows for the necessary processing and evaluation of the required information well before the end of the calendar year. Submitting by this deadline ensures that wing headquarters can incorporate the data submitted into their planning and resource allocation for the upcoming year.

The choice of November 1 as the deadline is strategic; it provides ample time for any potential discrepancies or issues to be addressed before year-end evaluations, meetings, or budget planning sessions occur. Additionally, submitting earlier in November rather than at the end of December aids in a more organized and efficient transition into the new operational year, aligning with overarching deadlines for financial and operational assessments.

The other options fall outside this established timeframe, potentially leading to delays in processing essential data that are vital for effective unit management and overall organizational readiness.