2. Statement of Need (CDDAR) v2.pdf

Statement of Need

Enclosed Trailers for 55th Maintenance Squadron CDDAR Team

1. BACKGROUND: The 55th Maintenance Squadron Repair and Reclamation section (MXS/MXMT) at Offutt AFB is responsible for Crash, Damaged, or Disabled Aircraft Recovery (CDDAR) operations, as documented in OFFUTTAFBI21-102, dated 11 April 2025. This plan adheres to the guidelines established in TO 00-80C-1, Crashed, Damaged, Disabled Aircraft Recovery Manual , and AFI 21-101. These publications outline procedures for safely and efficiently recovering aircraft following incidents. Ensuring the CDDAR team has the necessary equipment readily available is crucial for minimizing downtime and potential safety hazards, while following all safety guidelines outlined in AFI 91-202.

2. PURPOSE: The two enclosed trailers are required to provide a secure and mobile platform for transporting critical CDDAR equipment and supplies to aircraft recovery sites both on and off Offutt AFB. The trailers will house equipment such as railroad ties, steel plates, compressors, water pumps, lifting bags, and the CDDAR Composite Tool Kit (CTK). Having dedicated trailers will ensure rapid deployment of essential resources, minimizing delays in recovery efforts, and preventing further damage to aircraft or the surrounding environment. The trailers will also provide protection from the elements for sensitive equipment.

3. REQUIREMENTS: The CDDAR team requires two enclosed trailers meeting the following specifications:

• Quantity: 2

• Type: Enclosed

• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 9,600lbs (per trailer)

• Dimensions: Suitable to accommodate the necessary equipment for CDDAR response.

Estimated: 8'6" wide X 7' tall X 24' long

• Axles: Tandem axle 4.8K rubber torsion, with (4) GY tire/rim ST225/75R15 LRE 6-hole silver aluminum wheels

• Spare Tire: Carrier spare tire for bumper pulls mounted inside low on front wall

• Coupler: 2 5/16" 21K drag

• Jack: Crank type with wheel

• Lighting: LED 12V/20W strip 1" x .25" x 24" white 6000K lighting with switch.

• Floor: Smooth extruded aluminum flooring

• Ramp: Rear full height and width ramp with cable assist, pressure latches, treadplate, and vinyl hinge covers

• Door: Camper deluxe 36"wide without window and with deadbolt.

• Nose: Aero Nose

• Additional Features: Skid plate, recessed swivel D-ring stainless steel 6000 lb capacity (4), Gravel guard up 22"

This trailer configuration provides the necessary space, weight capacity, and security features to effectively support CDDAR operations at Offutt AFB. These trailers will ensure the team is prepared and equipped to respond to any aircraft recovery situation.

JEROME HUNTER, 2nd Lt, USAF

Flight Commander, 55 MXS