A situation describing an erroneous certification occurs when the gaining unit did not initiate a new AF Form 286 after a PCA.

• A. The member failed to sign the form
• B. The gaining unit did not initiate a new AF Form 286 after a PCA
• C. The member is using narcotics
• D. There is no PDI present

Answer: (B)

When a member undergoes a Permanent Change of Assignment, the gaining unit must start a fresh AF Form 286 to reflect the new duty location and responsibilities. This ensures the member’s certification accurately represents their status under the new supervisor and unit. If the gaining unit fails to initiate that new form after the PCA, the certification on file may no longer be valid for the current assignment, leading to an erroneous certification. The other scenarios—the member failing to sign, using narcotics, or no PDI present—do not describe the transfer-related documentation action that keeps certifications current for the new unit.