DAF Form 1058: Unfavorable Information File (UIF) Guide – DAF Form 1058, officially titled Unfavorable Information File Actions, is a critical Department of the Air Force (DAF) document used to manage administrative actions related to Unfavorable Information Files (UIFs) and Control Rosters. This form plays a key role in documenting commander decisions on placing (or removing) adverse information in a service member’s UIF, which can significantly impact promotions, assignments, reenlistment, and career progression.
Service members in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force should understand this form thoroughly, as it ensures due process in handling counseling, reprimands, and other adverse actions.
What Is a Unfavorable Information File (UIF)?
A UIF is an official record maintained by commanders that documents unfavorable information about a service member’s performance, conduct, or behavior. It includes administrative actions like Letters of Counseling (LOC), Letters of Admonishment (LOA), Letters of Reprimand (LOR), Article 15 nonjudicial punishments, court-martial convictions, and other substantiated adverse matters.
Key purposes of a UIF:
- Provides a “paper trail” for commanders to track patterns of misconduct or substandard performance.
- Influences decisions on promotions, reenlistment, assignments, and retention.
- Supports accountability while offering members an opportunity to respond.
UIFs are not permanent. Enlisted UIFs typically dispose after 1 year (or as specified), while officer UIFs often follow a 2-year or 10-year retention for certain adverse information in the Officer Selection Record (OSR).
Primary Uses of DAF Form 1058
Commanders and authorized personnel use DAF Form 1058 for several key actions, per DAFI 36-2907, Adverse Administrative Actions and Unfavorable Information File Program (updated as of 2025/2026 guidance):
- Notifying Intent to Establish or Add to a UIF — Refers documents (e.g., LOR, LOC, LOA, Article 15) to the member and records the commander’s final decision on filing.
- Member Response Opportunity — Enlisted members generally receive 3 duty days to acknowledge and respond (with possible extensions). Officer LORs are often mandatory UIF filings and may not require the same response referral on the 1058.
- Control Roster Actions — Places or removes members from the Control Roster, which can restrict favorable personnel actions and trigger performance reports.
- Early Removal Requests — Members or commanders can use the form to request early UIF removal based on rehabilitation and improved performance.
- Documentation and Auditing — Ensures proper filing in the UIF case file, Military Personnel Records Group (MPerRGp), and electronic Officer Selection Record (eOSR) where applicable.
Download the Official DAF Form 1058 Here: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a1/form/daf1058/daf1058.pdf
How DAF Form 1058 Works: Step-by-Step Process?
According to official guidance and practical usage:
- Section I (Member Identification): Includes name, rank, organization, and details of the action.
- Notification of Intent: Commander indicates the proposed UIF or Control Roster action.
- Member Acknowledgment: The service member signs to confirm receipt and understanding, often with a 3-duty-day window for a written response (rebuttal).
- Commander’s Final Decision (Section V or equivalent): Records whether the information is filed in the UIF, placed on the Control Roster, or other outcomes.
Important Notes:
- For officers, LORs are typically mandatory UIF entries; the 1058 primarily documents commander acknowledgment when not issued directly by the unit commander.
- All responses and supporting documents must be included in the UIF.
- Legal review by the Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) is required for UIF establishment.
Rights and Responsibilities
- Service Members: You have the right to consult with Area Defense Counsel (ADC), submit a rebuttal, and request early removal. Respond thoughtfully—your statement becomes part of the permanent record.
- Commanders: Must follow due process, confer with SJA, and ensure actions meet the “preponderance of the evidence” standard.
- Consequences: Placement in a UIF can delay promotions, affect EPR/OPR ratings, limit assignments, or impact security clearances and reenlistment.
How to Challenge or Remove a UIF?
- Submit a strong rebuttal during the initial 1058 process.
- Request early removal via another DAF Form 1058 once sufficient time and positive performance demonstrate rehabilitation.
- For unjust actions, petition the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR) as a last resort.
Always consult your chain of command, CSS (Commander’s Support Staff), or ADC before acting.
Why This Matters for Your Air Force or Space Force Career?
Understanding DAF Form 1058 helps protect your record and career. Proactive engagement with administrative actions can mitigate long-term impacts. UIFs emphasize rehabilitation and good order and discipline across the DAF.
Official References:
- DAFI 36-2907 (latest version available on e-Publishing.af.mil).
- The 2025 Military Commander and the Law handbook.
Stay informed, document everything, and seek professional advice (ADC or SJA) for your specific situation. This article provides general information based on current public DAF sources and is not legal advice.
Last updated for 2026 relevance. Always verify with the latest DAFI 36-2907 and official e-Publishing forms.