For losses that exceed $1,000, who appoints an investigating officer?

The installation commander is responsible for appointing an investigating officer for losses that exceed $1,000. This responsibility falls under the authority of the installation commander because such significant losses require a formal investigation to assess the circumstances, prevent future occurrences, and ensure accountability within the unit.

In the context of military operations and management, the installation commander holds ultimate authority over operations and resource management. This includes oversight of any incidents or losses that could impact the mission's success or the integrity of the unit. As a result, the involvement of the installation commander in appointing an investigating officer underscores the serious nature of losses above this monetary threshold.

Other roles, such as the force support squadron commander, sustainment flight chief, and resource manager, have specific functions within the organization that do not typically include the authority to appoint investigating officers for high-loss incidents. Their roles, while important in resource and personnel management, do not extend to the level of accountability required in loss scenarios that necessitate a formal investigation.