scope:

Purpose. To amplify guidance promulgated in references (a) through (c) for designated flag officers regarding the use of Personal Quarters Mess Management Specialists (hereinafter referred to as "enlisted aides").

Applicability. This directive applies only to the use of enlisted aides appropriately assigned to flag officers in accordance with references (a) through (c). The guidance contained within this instruction is limited ot the issue of utilization of enlisted aides assigned to public quarters and should not be used as authority supporting use of military personnel or government resources in any other context.