DA Form 7305: Aviation Accident Telephonic Notification – Army aviation units, safety officers, and commanders must act quickly in the event of an aviation accident or incident. DA Form 7305 serves as the standardized worksheet for the initial telephonic notification to the U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center (USACRC, formerly USASC). This ensures rapid reporting of critical details for Class A, B, and certain Class C aviation events.
What Is DA Form 7305?
DA Form 7305, titled Worksheet for Telephonic Notification of Aviation Accident/Incident, is an official U.S. Army form used to capture essential information during the immediate phone notification of an aviation mishap. It is prescribed by AR 385-10, The Army Safety Program, and supports compliance with Army safety regulations for accident reporting and investigation.
The form organizes key facts such as:
- Point of contact and notification details
- Accident classification, time, date, and location
- Aircraft information (serial number, type)
- Mission details and flight conditions
- Personnel involved (fatalities, injuries)
- Synopsis of what happened
- Site security, hazardous materials, and investigation status
- Media awareness
Download the official fillable DA Form 7305 here: https://armypubs.army.mil/pub/eforms/DR_a/NOCASE-DA_FORM_7305-000-EFILE-0.pdf
When Is DA Form 7305 Required?
Use this form for immediate telephonic notification of aviation accidents and incidents, particularly:
- Class A and B accidents (high severity, involving fatalities, significant damage, or total aircraft loss)
- Certain Class C incidents (as directed by regulation or local policy)
- Events involving Army aircraft, including manned and unmanned systems (UAS) where applicable
Notification must occur immediately to the USACRC via phone (commercial: 334-255-2660/3410 or DSN equivalents). The worksheet guides the caller to provide complete, structured information without delay.
Follow-up formal reports (e.g., DA Form 2397 series for technical investigations or abbreviated reports) come later, but the initial phone report using DA Form 7305 starts the process.
Key Sections of DA Form 7305
The form is designed for quick completion during a high-stress notification call:
- Point of Contact — Name, phone, unit/position of the reporting person.
- Time & Date of Accident + Accident Classification (A, B, C, etc.).
- Aircraft Details — Serial number, type/model, unit owning the aircraft, MACOM.
- Location — Exact site and nearest military installation.
- Mission & Flight Data — Type of mission, period of day (day/dusk/night), single/multi-ship, NVD use, flight rules (VFR/IFR).
- Personnel Involved — Number of fatalities, non-fatal injuries by category (military, civilian, etc.).
- Synopsis — Brief description of what happened.
- Critical Checklists — Explosives/hazardous materials, site security, scene disturbance, photos taken, media awareness, and investigation type (Installation Level or CAI Team).
Shaded blocks are for USACRC use only. Additional details on injured personnel (names, SSNs, etc.) may be required separately.
Why Proper Use of DA Form 7305 Matters?
- Rapid Response: Enables immediate activation of investigation boards, safety teams, and support resources.
- Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Meets requirements in AR 385-10 and DA Pam 385-40 for accident reporting and records.
- Safety Improvement: Data from initial notifications feeds into broader Army aviation safety analysis to prevent future incidents.
- Privileged Information: Accident investigations often involve protected data—proper initial reporting helps maintain chain of custody and sensitivity.
Local commands (e.g., Fort Sill, USAR, ARNG units) often include sample completed forms in their pre-accident plans.
Best Practices for Completion and Notification
- Prepare in Advance: Safety officers should familiarize themselves with the form and keep it accessible in pre-accident plans.
- Be Accurate and Concise: Focus on facts; avoid speculation in the synopsis.
- Coordinate: Notify chain of command, installation safety, and USACRC simultaneously as required.
- Follow Up: Send electronic copies where directed and prepare for formal DA Form 2397-series submissions.
- Training: Incorporate form familiarization into unit safety briefings and aviation safety officer courses.
For the most current guidance, refer to official Army publications on the Army Publishing Directorate or the U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center (safety.army.mil).
DA Form 7305 is a critical tool in the Army’s aviation safety ecosystem. Quick, accurate use during telephonic notification protects lives, preserves evidence, and supports the Army’s commitment to continuous safety improvement. Always download the latest version from the official source linked above and consult your unit safety officer or AR 385-10 for command-specific procedures.