Dyess converts to CSA Published Feb. 9, 2011 By Airman 1st Class Robert Hicks 7th Bomb Wing Public Affairs DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- The Air Force is doing away with the government travel card and converting to the controlled spend account card, which allows increased flexibility to meet travelers needs and fulfill mission requirements, while minimizing the risk of delinquency. Dyess Airmen with expiring GTCs started transitioning to the new CSA card Dec. 27, 2010. Infrequent travelers with less than three trips in fiscal year 2010 began the transition Feb.7 and will continue through May. CSA cards will be used in conjunction with temporary-duty assignments, permanent change of station or deployment orders, and will eventually replace all GTCs. The new system is designed to help eliminate misuse and abuse by Airmen under the old government travel card system. A GTC card holder could be approved up to $7,500 at any given time. The new card will hold a zero balance until orders are approved, making the program less susceptible to fraud or misuse. "Everyone in the military qualifies for the new CSA card as they do not require a credit check," said Kristy Stack, 7th Comptroller Squadron customer service technician. Once travel orders are approved, the CSA's spending limit automatically adjusts based on a particular's mission estimated expenses. "The amount loaded on the card will be based on per diem, airline tickets, rental cars and other travel expenses," Mrs. Stack said. Should unexpected expenses occur while in transit, members can initiate a temporary increase by calling Citibank, and request additional funds for up to five duty days. For more information click here.