If an Airman did not depart or arrive, what should be the next step?

When an Airman does not depart or arrive as expected, generating a TR (Transfer Request) notice is the appropriate next step. This action helps document the situation formally, ensuring that all relevant parties are notified of the Airman's status. A TR notice is vital in tracking personnel movements and addressing any discrepancies in their duty status. It serves as an official record that can prompt further inquiries or actions to rectify the situation, ensuring accountability and maintaining operational readiness.

While contacting the Commander, filing a report, or updating MilPDS (Military Personnel Data System) are important actions in certain circumstances, they typically follow or are contingent upon the generation of a TR notice. The TR notice acts as an initial indicator of an issue that may require additional escalation or documentation in these other systems.