Briefing helps airmen ensure travel pay is processed quickly Published Sept. 13, 2009 By Tech. Sgt. Jeff Kelly 315 AW Public Affairs CHARLESTON AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Captain Elizabeth Dietrich, 315th Airlift Wing Airlift Control Flight, conducted a briefing on Sunday intended to give reservists some guidance that would help ensure their travel vouchers are paid in the minimum possible time. The briefing included specific instructions and guidance that Capt. Dietrich learned as a 315th AW liaison to the 437th AW Finance office. Capt. Dietrich stressed that it is essential for individuals to keep track of exactly what they have been paid for when a travel voucher is processed. "You don't get an LES for travel pay, but you should get an email from Ellsworth with a breakdown of what you have been paid for," said Capt. Dietrich. "It's important that you look at that closely to make sure that you get paid for everything so that if something is missed you can submit a supplemental voucher." Some of the tips provided included: · Ensure that DD Form 1351-2 is dated "MAR 2008" (or later) · Attach a copy of your orders and ensure that copies are single-sided · Attach copies of all required receipts · Keep original copies of all receipts · Ensure you always complete and include a local 437 CPTS Travel Voucher Checklist · Sign voucher and ensure supervisor signs voucher (missing signatures are a common mistake that add time to your voucher payment) · Make sure if you are claiming something not in your orders that you have an Authorizing Official sign block 21 a · Note that the second page of DD Form 1351-2 has some helpful tips in the instructions section · Always check split-disbursement and fill in the amount to be forwarded to your Government Travel Card · If you are unsure, attach copies of receipts, better to have too much than too little · Attach non-availability statements for off-base lodging Contact the 437th AW Finance office at (843) 963-3700 if you have any questions prior to submitting your travel voucher.