The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is an option you may want to use when the releasability of a record is in doubt. The public has a right to information concerning the activities of its government. Department of Defense policy is to conduct its activities in an open manner and provide the public with a maximum amount of accurate and timely information concerning its activities, consistent always with the legitimate public and private interests of the American people.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Policy:
It is the policy of the Air Force Academy to make agency records available to the public to the greatest extent possible in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Freedom of Information Act.

Who May Submit a Request:
Under the Act, members of the public, including foreign citizens, military and civilian personnel acting as private citizens, organizations and businesses, and individual members of the Congress, for themselves or constituents, may request records.

How to Submit a Request:
A request for any records must be in writing and should indicate that it is being made under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). It may be mailed or delivered to:

USAFA FOA REQUESTER SERVICE CENTER
2304 Cadet Drive, Suite 3700
USAF Academy, CO 80840-5001
Official Business

A request may also be sent via facsimile to (719) 333-0060, e-mailed to usafa.foia.1@us.af.mil or click here.
 

Telephone requests will not be accepted.

The request should contain the following information:

1. The name and address of the requester and a telephone number at which the requester may be reached during normal business hours.
2. A reasonable description of the record sought. This will speed our response by assisting us in determining where to search for the record.
3. A statement agreeing to pay any applicable processing fees. You may indicate the maximum amount you are willing to pay. If estimated charges exceed that amount we will advise you of the charges and ask your guidance on whether to proceed with processing the request.

Fees: Fees range from $20.00 to $44.00 per hour for search and review time and 15 cents per page for reproduction of documents on a standard office copier up to 8 1/2 x 14 inches. There is no charge if total processing costs are $15.00 or less. Fees may vary based on which of three categories of requester you fall in. Fees for each category are as follows:

1. Commercial: Search, review, and duplication charges.
2. Educational or non-commercial scientific institution or news media: Duplication charges only. The first 100 pages are provided free.
3. Other: Search and duplication charges only. The first two hours of search time and first 100 pages of duplication are provided free.

Response Time: You can expect a response to your request within 20 workdays from the date of receipt in the Academy FOIA Office. If for some reason we cannot respond within the 20 workdays, we will inform you of the reason for the delay and provide an estimated completion date.