afi21-101_aetc.pdf

BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 21-101

AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING

COMMAND AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND

Supplement

22 JUNE 2007

Maintenance

AIRCRAFT AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

ACCESSIBILITY: This publication is available on the AETC Publishing Web site at: https://www-r.aetc.af.mil/im/.

RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication.

OPR: HQ AETC/A4MMP Certified by: HQ AETC/A4M Supersedes AFI21-101_AETCSUP1, 9 March 2005, (Mr. Anthony Roclevitch) and AETCI21-107, 7 March 2003 Pages: 86

This supplement implements and extends the guidance of AFI 21-101, Aircraft and Equipment Maintenance Management, 29 June 2006. This supplement applies to all AETC aircraft maintenance, trainer maintenance, and support equipment maintenance activities. It does not apply to Air Force Reserve Command or Air National Guard units. Recommendations for change, improvement, or waivers to this instruction should be annotated on AETC Form 1236, Request for Improving/Changing AETC Maintenance Publications. Recommended changes must be approved by the group commander (or squadron commander, if not assigned to a group) before forwarding to the Policy and Procedures Section (HQ AETC/A4MMP), 555 E Street East, Randolph AFB TX 78150-4440, for action by HQ AETC/A4MMP. Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with AFMAN 37-123, Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS) located at https://afrims.amc.af.mil/rds_series.cfm. The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by the Air Force.

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

This publication has been substantially revised and must be completely reviewed. This supplement provides policy and additional guidance. Cell phones and other portable electronic devices are prohibited from the flight line and other maintenance areas unless authorized to conduct official business (paragraph 1.16.1). Data integrity team guidance is expanded and clarified (paragraph 6.3.6.20.8). Personnel evaluations will be performed by Quality Assurance annually (paragraph 8.10.7).

The Maintenance Group Commander (MXG/CC) is the point of contact (POC) for developing a wing instruction for flight line tool control procedures (paragraph 10.2.1). Applicability of AFI 21-101 and this supplement is clarified for trainer maintenance and school house activities (paragraph 14.51 (Added)). The provisions from AETCI 21-107 have been added into this supplement under Chapter 17 of the basic publication and as supplemented.

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1.2. Organization. At units with contract maintenance, the contract manager will ensure compliance with all responsibilities. At units with civil service maintenance, the civilian director of maintenance (DOM) or chief of maintenance will ensure compliance with these responsibilities.

1.2.1. (Added) AETC maintenance organizations include units comprised totally of contractors, partially of contractors, totally of civil service, and totally of military, or a mix of both military and civil service employees.

1.2.2. (Added) Contractor and civil service maintenance functions will be assigned to an organization as a unified function, as determined by the wing commander, meaning the function is assigned under the wing or Maintenance Group Commander (MXG/CC). Specifics of the different types of maintenance organizations are as follows:

1.2.2.1. (Added) Contractor:

1.2.2.1.1. (Added) Contractor organizations encompass all types of contractors, including contract logistics support (CLS). Note: CLS contracts are centrally administered and managed by Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC). In some cases, they may span multiple commands. CLS does not refer to either a type or level of maintenance, but to a source. CLS is a form of two-level maintenance, consisting of contractor support and depot support.

1.2.2.1.2. (Added) In the competitive sourcing process, each prospective contractor develops and submits an organizational structure in response to the government’s request for proposals (RFP).

Contractors will determine their optimum structure based on the requirements of the work statement.

During the life of the contract, a contractor may make adjustments to the organizational structure and will notify the respective contracting officer (CO) as required by the specific contract. The source selection evaluation team judges and scores the logic and effectiveness of the organization as one of several factors used to select the successful bidder. When the contract is awarded, the organization specified in the winning proposal becomes the baseline. Unless a change is approved, the winning contractor will implement the organizational structure as proposed.

1.2.2.2. (Added) Civil Service:

1.2.2.2.1. (Added) An organization made up solely of civil service employees is created in response to a RFP. Most efficient organizations (MEO) are the result of the government bid being selected during competitive sourcing or, in some cases, direct conversion. The MEO specified in the proposal becomes the baseline. See AFI 38-203, Commercial Activities Program, and OMB Circular A-76, Performance of Commercial Activities.

1.2.2.2.2. (Added) A military-to-civilian conversion or a reengineered maintenance organization will use the initial statement of work (SOW) as a baseline to enhance organizational efficiencies in the conversion process.

1.8. Publications. Per AFI 33-360, Publications and Forms Management, contractors cannot serve as points of contact (POC) for Air Force instructions. For contract maintenance units, the Wing/CC will appoint a non-contract military or civilian POC to develop wing instructions required by AFI 21-101, Aircraft and Equipment Maintenance Management.

1.8.7. See paragraph 6.3.2.8.1 for additional requirements on functional checklists to be developed by the Maintenance Operations Center (MOC).

1.9. Waiver Request. Units will submit waiver requests to the Maintenance Division (HQ AETC/A4M), using AETC Form 1236, Request for Improving/Changing AETC Maintenance Publications.

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1.10. Operating Instructions (OI). Units are not required to develop OIs for programs not applicable to their unit (for example, high-speed taxi checks, emergency war orders (EWO), and combat turnaround).

1.10.3. (Added) Contractor regulations (CRs) are administrative or procedural in nature and apply solely to the maintenance complex. They are not published to change or supplement technical orders (TO).

CRs must be forwarded to the chief, quality assurance evaluator (QAE), functional director, or commander, and administrative contracting officer (ACO) for review and acceptance prior to publication.

1.12.1. Only the CO is authorized to direct the contractor to perform work or to contractually obligate the government.

1.12.4.1. The Program Management Flight (HQ AETC/A4PM) and HQ AETC/A4M are AETC focal points for contract and civil service aircraft and trainer maintenance programs.

1.12.4.2. The applicable contract will contain measurement areas and standards of performance.

1.12.4.3. Refer to Chapter 17 of the basic publication and as supplemented for further guidance on surveilling aircraft and trainer maintenance contracts.

1.12.4.5. Refer to Chapter 17 of the basic publication and as supplemented for requirements and responsibilities of QAEs who surveil aircraft and trainer maintenance contracts.

1.13. Modification Management. The Trainer Aircraft Maintenance Branch (HQ AETC/A4MT), Combat Aircraft Maintenance Branch (HQ AETC/A4MA), and Maintenance Support Branch (HQ AETC/A4MS) are the AETC focal points for aircraft, engines, avionics, and support equipment.

Munitions/Weapons Section (HQ AETC/A4MSW) is the AETC focal point for weapons, munitions, and associated support equipment.

1.14. Maintenance Information Systems (MIS). Only units without an MIS are authorized to use preprinted manual AFTO Form 781A, Maintenance Discrepancy and Work Document, AFTO IMT 781J, Aircraft and Engine Operating Time, Cycle and Oil Added (Half Pints, Pints, Quarts); and AFTO Form 781K, Aerospace Vehicle Inspection, Engine Data, Calendar Inspection and Delayed Discrepancy Document. (AFTO Form 781A, AFTO IMT 781J, and AFTO Form 781K are prescribed by TO 00-20-1, Aerospace Equipment Maintenance Inspection, Documentation, Policies, and Procedures. Refer to this publication for guidance on filling out the forms.) Note: The 21st Aircraft Maintenance Unit (21 AMU) and the 425 AMU are exempt from the requirements of an MIS.

1.14.2. (Added) T-38C units will utilize the Integrated Maintenance Information System (IMIS). IMIS records avionics, engine, flight parameter, structural integrity, and selective system fault data during ground, and flight operations via the on-board data transfer set (DTS). DTS data is stored on a portable data transfer cartridge (DTC). Aircrew/operations personnel are responsible for control, issue, and storage of DTCs as well as transportation to and from aircraft. DTC data is downloaded locally at dedicated computer terminals in maintenance/operations areas to facilitate local aircraft debrief, data collection, fault isolation, and will be stored on the Air Force Electronic Collocation System (ECS) to ultimately assess aircraft systems performance and reliability.

1.14.2.1. (Added) T-38C maintenance units will utilize the IMIS user’s guide to monitor system updates and performance. The IMIS user’s guide and additional system information can be found on the ECS Web site located at https://www.theecsnetwork.com/.

1.14.2.2. (Added) Maintenance personnel requiring access to the ECS Web site can do so by e-mailing imis@boeing.com or by calling the Boeing IMIS Help Desk (0600-1800 Eastern Standard Time) at

(314) 234-1187 or 1-800-437-0216 (toll free). The Boeing IMIS Help Desk is available to all T-38C

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IMIS users for system information and (or) problem resolution. Contact HQ AETC/A4MT at (210) 652- 2630/4546 or DSN 487-2630/4546 for additional IMIS comments or suggestions.

1.15. Maintenance Management Metrics. See AETCI 21-105, Logistics Performance Measures Reporting Procedures, for additional maintenance management metric guidance.

1.16.1. Personal electronic and communication devices (for example, cell phones, pagers, portable music/video players, electronic games) are not authorized on the flight line, munitions maintenance areas, hangars, and (or) other industrial work areas unless the MXG/CC authorizes key personnel their use for the performance of official business. When communication devices are authorized for the performance of official business, they will be marked, or otherwise identified, to ensure control and accountability.

1.18. Maintenance Training. See AETCI 21-103, AETC Military Aircraft Maintenance Training Program, or AETCI 21-112, AETC Civil Service and Contractor Aircraft Maintenance Training Programs, for AETC training instructions.

1.18.1. The Maintenance Requirements Section (HQ AETC/A4MMR) is the AETC office of primary responsibility (OPR).

1.18.2. (Added) Explosives Operations Training. Maintenance training flights (MTF) will provide training on the requirements of TO 11A-1-33, Handling and Maintenance of Explosives Loaded Aircraft, to all personnel involved in explosives-loaded aircraft operations. MTFs will provide initial training before personnel work on explosives-loaded aircraft and annually thereafter. Note: 2W0XX and 2W1XX personnel who have received weapons and explosives safety training from other sources (such as weapons academics or explosives safety training per AFI 91-202, The US Air Force Mishap Prevention Program) are exempt from this training.

1.20. Air Force Munitions Policy. See AFI 21-201/AETC Sup 1, Conventional Munitions Maintenance Management, for AETC guidance.

1.21.1. (Luke and Tyndall AFBs only) The wing weapons manager will develop the unit committed munitions list (UCML) and test/training munitions list (TTML).

1.21.2. (Luke and Tyndall AFBs only) Units will notify HQ AETC/A4MSW of any significant mission, contingency tasking, or munitions changes that may affect the UCML/TTML.

1.25. Lean. Contact HQ AETC/A4M for lean initiative information.

3.1. General. If one supervisory level is absent in the unit organization, the level above will assume the responsibilities of the missing level. Note: Civil service equivalents are as follows: SSgt—GS-5, WS-3, WL-5, WG-8, or higher; MSgt—GS-8, WS-6, WL-8, WG-10, or higher; and CMSgt/maintenance officer—GS-9, WS-10, WG-15, or higher. Air Force specialty code (AFSC) level equivalents are as follows: 5-skill level—GS-4, WL-4, WG-7, mechanic; 7-skill level—GS-6, WS-3, WL-6, WG-8, senior mechanic, or higher.

3.2.12. (Added) Assigns an historical property custodian (HPC) to ensure proper preservation, inspection, and maintenance are done on all historic static display aerospace equipment (AFI 84-103, U.S. Air Force Heritage Program). The HPC will coordinate with wing maintenance activities or approved contracting sources to provide physical upkeep and repair as required. Historical static display equipment must not be allowed to deteriorate because of vandalism or lack of attention. Static display munitions will be managed according to AFI 21-201.

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3.4.1.6. The MXG (or equivalent) environmental coordinator will serve as the primary interface between unit maintenance organization coordinators, the installation environmental flight, and the Environmental Management Section (HQ AETC/A4MSE) for all relevant environmental safety and occupational health (ESOH) issues.

3.4.1.6.1. (Added) (Kirtland and Moody AFBs only) Designate an MXG (or equivalent) environmental coordinator focal point to guide and assist unit maintenance organization environmental coordinators in complying with applicable ESOH standards and regulations (such as AFI 32-7080, Pollution Prevention Program; AFI 32-7086, Hazardous Materials Management; and AFPD 90-8, Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health).

3.4.1.6.2. (Added) The MXG (or equivalent) environmental coordinator will lead the AETC unit candidate process analysis program and report status to the HQ AETC/A4MSE candidate process program manager.

3.4.1.14. As the senior maintenance leader in the organization, the MXG/CC or civilian equivalent DOM will develop and enforce policy concerning data accuracy and validation.

3.4.1.18. MXG/CC will accomplish an activity inspection at least every 2 years (not applicable to contractor or civil service units). Refer to AFI 21-101, Chapter 8, for guidance on establishing activity inspections.

3.4.1.19. In contractor organizations, the wing will appoint a noncontractor POC to develop a wing instruction. The instruction will provide guidance for the control of tools, equipment, and electronic devices for those wing agencies dispatching to aircraft parking/runway/taxi areas and maintenance areas.

3.4.1.36. Route requests for technical assistance directly to the program manager (PM) according to TO 00-25-107, Maintenance Assistance, and provide an information copy to the MAJCOM functional manager. Note: Any request involving waivers, changes in technical data, or requiring MAJCOM funding must be routed to the MAJCOM.

3.4.1.57. Publish an operating instruction (OI) to outline vehicle control programs and identify vehicle control officers (VCO) if not provided for in a wing instruction. VCOs will:

3.4.1.57.1. (Added) Allocate and maintain the status of all vehicles.

3.4.1.57.2. (Added) Negotiate with the transportation function for replacement vehicles as necessary.

3.4.1.57.3. (Added) Ensure radio-equipped vehicles assigned to maintenance are clearly identified to indicate the activity to which they are assigned. Use abbreviated call signs (for example, Talon 1, Blue 3, Bravo Super, or Golf). Note: This is optional for contractor-owned vehicles.

3.4.1.57.4. (Added) Ensure the transportation vehicle maintenance flight validates any modifications to the existing vehicle configuration prior to any modification taking place. Note: Adding special equipment (hitches, camper shells, pintle hooks, mirrors, etc.) or commercial options is not a modification but must be approved in writing by the transportation flight prior to procurement. Hold the installation of such items to the minimum required to accommodate mission needs.

3.4.1.70. Provide data, as required, on system utilization and operational usage through the lead command to the AFMC system program director, Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP) manager.

3.4.1.93. (Added) Establish OIs or wing instructions to specify local requirements or restrictions to aircraft towing procedures if required. The only special purpose vehicles authorized to tow aircraft are properly equipped MB-2, U-30, MB4, flight line tow tractor (bobtail), and 4,000-pound warehouse tow

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tractors (prime national stock number (NSN) 3930-01-007-0115). The use of general-purpose vehicles (for example, pickup trucks, step vans, aerospace ground equipment (AGE) tow tractors) to tow aircraft is not authorized. EXCEPTION: Properly equipped general-purpose vehicles approved through transportation may be used to tow small trainer-type aircraft during emergency situations at auxiliary fields only.

3.4.1.93.1. (Added) A two-person tow team (driver and brake rider) is authorized for T-37 and T-6 aircraft during daylight hours unless otherwise directed in specific mission design series (MDS) technical data.

3.4.1.93.2. (Added) If a two-person tow team is used, the towing operation must be supervised by a fully qualified towing supervisor who is also a qualified tow vehicle operator, and established taxi lanes and parking areas with nose-wheel guide lines designed for the particular MDS must be used.

3.4.1.94. (Added) Establish a memorandum of agreement (MOA)/memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the communications squadron if network support requirements for digital TOs/interactive electronic technical manuals (IETM) exceed the core services as defined in AFI 33-115, Volume 1, Network Operations (NETOPS).

3.8.16. Units will locate G-files in the weapon systems standard configuration, if applicable. If no standard location is identified, determine the best location based on weight and balance requirements.

3.9.23. Ensure all personnel complete the shop-level pollution prevention (P2) training within 90 duty days of assignment to the work center. P2 training is a one-time training requirement. Recommend using the virtual shop-level P2 training course located in the Air Force Center for Environmental Excellence (AFCEE) at the following Web site: http://www.afcee.brooks.af.mil/ to complete this requirement. If another method of training is chosen to meet this requirement, submit a request to HQ AETC/A4MSE for approval prior to use.

3.9.23.1. (Added) Ensure all personnel complete the Environmental Management System (EMS) awareness level training within 90 duty days of assignment to the work center. EMS awareness level training is a one-time training requirement according to Executive Order 13148, Greening the Government Through Leadership in Environmental Management. Recommend using the AFCEE online EMS awareness course at http://www.afcee.brooks.af.mil/. If the download version of the EMS awareness training is chosen to meet the requirement, contact HQ AETC/A4MSE for guidance on training recordkeeping and reporting.

3.9.23.2. (Added) HQ AETC/A4MSE is the POC for identifying, developing, and maintaining ESOH training programs.

3.9.23.3. (Added) The unit environmental coordinator, with the support of the MXG environmental coordinator, will:

3.9.23.3.1. (Added) Familiarize all new personnel with applicable regulatory and command environmental policies (such as local, state, etc.).

3.9.23.3.2. (Added) Assist the MTF with coordinating, monitoring, and administering ESOH training programs.

4.3.12. The AETC POC is the Maintenance Analysis Section (HQ AETC/A4MMA). Refer to AETCI 21-105.

4.3.14.3. (Added) Performs prior-to-use inspections of Centralized Aircraft Support System (CASS) stations (including power cables and hoses) to ensure serviceability for safe operation. If defects are found, reports them to AGE or MOC.

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4.3.14.4. (Added) Ensure only qualified personnel operate CASS stations.

4.8. Aircrew and Maintenance Debriefing Section. For aircraft status codes 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, aircrews will notify maintenance and operations of aircraft status by ultra high frequency (UHF) radio transmission according to local procedures. (Note: Undergraduate pilot training (UPT) or specialized undergraduate pilot training (SUPT) units need not relay code 1 and 2 status to maintenance prior to arrival.) In case of a ground abort, the aircrew will document an AFTO Form 781A discrepancy concerning the abort and move to the spare aircraft, if available. Maintenance debrief personnel will debrief the aborted aircrew/aircraft. If a spare aircraft is not available, the aircrew will debrief the aircraft with the debrief personnel. When debriefing an aircrew after the last flight of the day, ensure all previous sorties and missions not debriefed earlier due to a landing status code of 1 or 2 are included in the “last flight of the day” debrief.

4.8.2. Units may use lead command debriefing guides.

4.8.6. Maintenance debriefing is a critical element in the data integrity process. Complete and accurate debriefing must be accomplished to ensure all utilization, deviation, pilot reported discrepancies (PRD), and repeat/recur information is captured. Use the specific line number published in the weekly schedule when inputting debrief data into the MIS. When code 1 and 2 aircraft are not debriefed until the end of the day, debrief will ensure AFTO IMT 781, ARMS Aircrew/Mission Flight Data Document, flight data information is updated in the MIS. (AFTO IMT 781 is prescribed by TO 00-25-240, Uniform Repair/Replacement Criteria for Selected USAF Support Equipment (SE). Refer to this publication for guidance on filling out the form.) Debrief will return the AFTO IMT 781 to operations after ensuring the MIS reflects all flight information.

4.8.6.1. (Added) T-38C units will use IMIS during maintenance debriefing of aircrew reported discrepancies.

4.8.6.2. (Added) For code 2 or 3 sorties and ground aborts, aircrews will complete the maintenance debrief process using IMIS debrief navigation screens (with maintenance debrief personnel assistance if required). Completed IMIS discrepancy entries will immediately generate an Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) (formerly known as the Core Automated Maintenance System (CAMS)) discrepancy and can also produce an automated AFTO Form 781A (optional).

4.8.6.3. (Added) For code 1 sorties, after aircrews have completed downloading the IMIS DTC in their respective operations squadron mission debrief areas, maintenance debrief personnel will complete required entries on the IMIS flight data screens to close out the sortie.

4.8.6.4. (Added) Regardless of landing status, accomplish debrief after the last flight of the day according to AFI 21-101. Maintenance debrief will generate a maintenance fault list (MFL) report for each T-38C flying day and a ground found discrepancy and AFTO Form 781A for aircraft documentation and maintenance action.

4.8.9.2. (Added) When a maintenance action cannot be fully operationally checked on the ground due to a TO requirement to accomplish an in-flight operational check, or required test equipment is not available (inoperative), a repeat will not be counted if the operational check fails on the next sortie.

However, if any subsequent in-flight operational check of the same discrepancy fails, comply with normal repeat/recur reporting guidance.

4.8.12. Deviation cause code “Xxx” (Table 4.3 of the basic publication) will not be used without prior approval from Maintenance Management Branch (HQ AETC/A4MM).

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4.10.6.7. (Added) Ensure two-level maintenance (2LM) of T56 engines is limited to reduction gearbox, torque meter, accessory-drive housing, turbine, and external mount components. Note: Quick Engine Change (QEC) removal is not a 2LM task.

4.11. Weapons Section. In AETC, military (blue suit) units are responsible for weapons section non-commissioned officer in charge (NCOIC), weapons loading element, and weapons maintenance element responsibilities outlined in AFI 21-101 and this supplement. Only military units are bound to the organizational requirements of AFI 21-101 and this supplement. Contract units will be organized according to their respective contract. Note: See paragraph 4.11.6 (Added) for contract weapons and armament function responsibilities.

4.11.1.12. See paragraphs 5.8.6.6 and 5.8.6.6.2 of this supplement for additional guidance on locally manufactured equipment (LME).

4.11.1.40. (Added) Ensures proper job data documentation (JDD) procedures are used to install and remove all alternate mission equipment (AME) and normally installed equipment (NIE) in the MIS.

Proper JDD procedures are interpreted as creating and clearing jobs in the MIS.

4.11.1.41. (Added) Designates supervisors authorized to use non-JDD procedures (IMDS central database (IMDS-CDB) screens 45 and 46) in the MIS. Limits the number of supervisors authorized to use these screens to the minimal number needed to ensure timely documentation. EXCEPTION: Does not apply to IMIS users.

4.11.4.1. Transfer and acceptance inspections will include a parts integrity inspection and a complete electrical and mechanical checkout of every installed NIE and AME. Note: Installed equipment (NIE or AME) need not be removed for acceptance or transfer inspections unless a malfunction, defect, overdue inspection discrepancy is detected or serial number verification requires removal.

4.11.5.5.1. Document ammunition rounds fired by gun serial number, and record the action in the MIS (for example, rounds totalization, 30 days after fire, or 100 firing inspections). An AF IMT 2434, Munitions Configuration and Expenditure Document, is not required for aircraft loaded for alert or exercises not involving flight. Locally approved forms will be coordinated through the munitions activity and approved by the MXG/CC. Maintain copies of completed AF IMTs 2434 or locally approved forms on file for one year according to Air Force RDS, Table 21-21, Rule 12.

4.11.5.12. Maintain copies of completed AF IMTs 2430, Specialist Dispatch Control Log, on file for six months according to Air Force RDS,Table 21-21, Rule 12.

4.11.6. (Added) Contracted Weapons and Armament Functions. See paragraphs 4.11.6 (Added) through

4.11.6.56 (Added) for the applicable responsibilities outlined in Chapters 4 and 5 of AFI 21-101 and this supplement. The contracted F-16 weapons functions at Luke AFB perform weapons loading and are responsible for on-equipment scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on assigned aircraft armament systems. Contractor-established weapons load crews maintain weapons load qualification and certification according to Chapter 12 of AFI 21-101. Contracted armament functions at Tyndall AFB and Sheppard AFB are responsible for the off-equipment armament maintenance requirements listed in these paragraphs. Contracted armament functions at Sheppard AFB also perform applicable on-equipment trainer maintenance according to their respective contract and local maintenance instruction.

The contracted weapons and armament functions will:

4.11.6.1. (Added) Perform the applicable on- and (or) off-equipment dash-6 inspections, time compliance technical orders (TCTO), AME, NIE, and aircraft armament systems functional checks as required to prevent overdues or over flight of equipment.

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4.11.6.2. (Added) Ensure plans, scheduling, and documentation (PS&D) is aware of applicable dash-6 TO and all other armament inspections.

4.11.6.3. (Added) Perform a daily supervisory review of documented maintenance actions in the MIS by reviewing IMDS screen 100.

4.11.6.4. (Added) Ensure appropriate follow-up actions are accomplished for all armament system malfunctions. Monitor repair actions taken by supporting agencies on dispensers, suspension equipment, training munitions, etc., which were involved with specific system malfunctions.

4.11.6.5. (Added) Perform the applicable on- and (or) off-equipment portions of aircraft armament equipment transfer and acceptance inspections. As a minimum, inspections will include a parts integrity inspection (to ensure equipment serial numbers match the records received), a review and update of historical records for all AME and NIE, and a complete electrical and mechanical checkout of every installed NIE and AME (to include associated cables).

4.11.6.6. (Added) Identify all armament systems items requiring a functional and (or) acceptance inspection (by NSN) to base supply.

4.11.6.7. (Added) Designate munitions account custodians according to AFI 21-201 for impulse cartridges, dummy ammunition, etc., if applicable.

4.11.6.8. (Added) Ensure approval of LME if not included in tech data or on the munitions materiel handling equipment (MMHE) focal point Web site at: https://peonet.eglin.af.mil/mmhe/default.htm. See paragraphs 5.8.6.6 through 5.8.6.6.4 of AFI 21-101 and this supplement for armament LME guidance.

4.11.6.9. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Ensure sufficient numbers of qualified and certified weapons crews are available to load and unload weapons in support of daily flying operations.

4.11.6.10. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Monitor weapons release/gun fire-out reliability rates and take appropriate corrective action to resolve any problems. Calculate the weapons release reliability rate by dividing the number of successful releases by the number of attempts (Goal: 99%). The gun fire-out rate is calculated by dividing the number of successful bursts by the number attempted (Goal: 98%). Once a malfunction occurs, any further attempts for the purpose of clearing the malfunction should not be counted as attempts. Provide monthly performance levels to the quality assurance (QA) office for inclusion in the Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Program (MSEP) summary and, if required, to the analysis function for inclusion in the monthly maintenance summaries.

4.11.6.11. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Maintain a visual aid or automated product depicting the current status of assigned load crews and members.

4.11.6.12. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Ensure load crew certification records and automated products are sent with load crews to temporary duty (TDY) location if loading tasks are to be performed. Obtain a signed copy of the Weapons Load Crew Management Program (WLCMP) or equivalent printout from weapons standardization (WS).

4.11.6.13. (Added) (Luke AFB only) In coordination with the WS superintendent, ensure load crew proficiency evaluation schedules are developed. Include these schedules in the weekly and monthly maintenance plans. Ensure training aircraft are properly configured to support load-training requirements prior to scheduled training sessions.

4.11.6.14. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Monitor the safety of flight line weapons operations. Ensure supervisory post load and maintenance inspections are performed and documented.

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4.11.6.15. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Inform the flight line lead of all status changes, delays, and extensions. Coordinate the accomplishment of all preplanned and unscheduled maintenance requirements and inspections with the flight line lead.

4.11.6.16. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Coordinate with the MOC or munitions control for the delivery and pickup of munitions items.

4.11.6.17. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Track the configuration of aircraft, suspension equipment, and weapons. Track NIE and assigned in-use AME by aircraft tail number and position installed in the MIS.

4.11.6.18. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Maintain AF IMTs 2434, or locally approved form, to reflect all aircraft configured and loaded to release or fire munitions.

4.11.6.18.1. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Record by serial number and location (or position) all armament-related AME or support equipment (SE) from which munitions are expended or rounds fired and record the action in the MIS (for example, rounds totalization, 30 days after fire, or 100 firing inspections).

Equipment serial numbers for items not requiring records action need not be recorded. Maintain copies of completed AF IMTs 2434 on file for one year according to Air Force RDS, Table 21-21, Rule 12.

4.11.6.18.2. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Track F-16 acceleration monitor assemblies by serial number, showing aircraft tail number and installed position.

4.11.6.19. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Accomplish reconciliation of all expenditures according to this supplement. After an aircraft lands, the weapons lead will perform a reconciliation. Expenditure information will be provided to munitions personnel as frequently as possible during the flying day.

Every effort will be made to provide this information between aircraft goes. This requires continuous munitions and weapons lead interface throughout the flying day. After end-of-flying-day reconciliation, distribute copies of expenditure documents to plans, scheduling, and documentation (PS&D), the munitions flight, and when required, the armament systems flight.

4.11.6.20. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Route all AFTO IMTs 22, Technical Manual (TM) Change Recommendation and Reply, for 33- series TOs to the WS for review.

4.11.6.21. (Added) (Luke AFB only) Ensure positive control, accountability, and serviceability for suspension equipment accessories (cables, fittings, adapters, etc.).

4.11.6.22. (Added) (Luke and Sheppard AFBs only) Maintain a separate AF IMT 2430, or locally approved standardized form, for each shift. Ensure all required documentation is complete and accurate.

As a minimum, the following fields of the AF IMT 2430 will be completed: “AS OF” (date), “JOB CONTROL” (filled out for maintenance actions with job control numbers (JCNs) (e.g., 18-month inspections, PRDs, but not required for weapons loading tasks), “ACFT/TRAINER” (MDS), “SERIAL” (tail number/serial number of component), “TIME” (“Required”= start time, “Dispatched” = time completed, “Completed” = status code, (e.g., C/W, C/F, CANX)), “SPECIALIST(S) DISPATCHED” (load/maintenance crew number/name), “DISCREPANCY & REMARKS” (discrepancy/task performed). Transcribe any actions not complied with or cancelled to the next shift’s AF IMT 2430.

4.11.6.22.1. (Added) One single AF IMT 2430 may be maintained for weekly scheduled maintenance in addition to the daily shift AF IMT 2430. Transcribe any actions not complied with or cancelled to the next week’s scheduled maintenance AF IMT 2430.

4.11.6.22.2. (Added) Maintain copies of completed AF IMTs 2430 on file for 6 months according to Air Force RDS, Table 21-21, Rule 12.

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4.11.6.23. (Added) (Luke and Tyndall AFBs only) Establish and monitor gun room security and explosive licenses if required. Ensure storage facilities are maintained according to AFMAN 91-201, Explosives Safety Standards, and AFI 31-101, The Air Force Installation Security Program.

4.11.6.24. (Added) (Luke and Tyndall AFBs only) Use proper JDD procedures to install and remove applicable AME and NIE in the MIS. Note: Proper JDD procedures are interpreted as creating and clearing jobs in the MIS.

4.11.6.25. (Added) (Luke and Tyndall AFBs only) Designate and authorize a select number of supervisors to use non-JDD procedures (IMDS-CDB screens 45 and 46) in the MIS. Limit the supervisors authorized to use these screens to the minimal number needed to ensure timely documentation.

4.11.6.26. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Maintain the MIS data base for installed guns, gun systems, and gun component time change items (TCIs) or inspection data, based on round count limits listed in the dash-6 TO, including updating rounds from the AF IMT 2434 or locally approved form.

4.11.6.27. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) List assets as special purpose recoverables authorized maintenance (SPRAM) as required. Follow SPRAM accountability and control requirements for AME, other equipment, and supply point (AFI 21-103, Equipment Inventory, Status, and Utilization Reporting, and AFMAN 23-110, Volume 2, USAF Supply Manual, Part 13).

4.11.6.28. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Manage equipment-on-hand levels according to applicable allowance standards and dash-21 TOs. Note: Units possessing equipment authorized by dash-21 TOs or allowance standards, but not required by the unit, will request disposition instructions from HQ AETC/A4MSW. Additionally, units requiring equipment in excess of their authorizations will coordinate requests for increases through HQ AETC/A4MSW.

4.11.6.29. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Account for, store, and control AME. Develop and implement a program for documenting issues and receipts of in-use AME.

4.11.6.30. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Implement an OI or wing instruction for control and accountability of applicable NIE and AME and for in-shop handling and maintenance of jammed guns, gun systems and ammunition handling systems.

4.11.6.31. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Monitor AME in-commission rates monthly. Command performance level for AME in-commission is 90 percent; take corrective action when rates fall below this level. Calculate rates by the type of equipment in their functional configuration; for example, a pylon with a bomb rack installed and a missile launcher with a remote interface unit installed are considered one item for measuring purposes. Equipment is considered in-commission if there are no discrepancies or parts required (to include TCTOs) that would hinder performance of the intended function. Note: Equipment is not considered out of commission just because it is undergoing scheduled, preventative, or minor maintenance.

4.11.6.32. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Provide armament tester and equipment status to the WWM by the first week of each month, for the previous month.

4.11.6.33. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Develop long range, monthly, and weekly plans and identify all inspections, TCTOs, and other maintenance requirements (or equipment usage) in a format that depicts required actions by day, equipment type, and serial number. Note: Plans and schedules are developed separately for each operations squadron or other customers supported. Plans and schedules may be developed on a single product, provided they distinguish between customers.

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4.11.6.34. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Produce and deliver a copy of the armament weekly schedule annex to the appropriate PS&D no later than 1200 on Wednesday of the week preceding the effective week.

4.11.6.35. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Produce and deliver monthly armament plans to the appropriate PS&D by the third week of the preceding month for inclusion in the monthly maintenance plan.

4.11.6.36. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) On approval of the weekly schedule, schedule all maintenance actions in the MIS.

4.11.6.37. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Manage TCTOs, command or local modifications, and one-time inspections.

4.11.6.38. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Monitor inspection and time change subsystems of the MIS.

Monthly, review time distribution indexes (TDIs) or IMDS-CDB screen 469 for all armament job standards (JST). As a minimum, review for overdue, missing, and excess inspections. Annotate discrepancies on the TDIs or IMDS-CDB screen 469 and provide a copy to the work center supervisor for correction and return. Maintain a file copy of the most current corrected copy of each TDI or IMDS- CDB screen 469.

4.11.6.39. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Manage the job standard master listing (JML) for all armament equipment in the MIS. Update the JML as inspection and time change requirements change.

Semiannually, reconcile the JML with appropriate governing TOs to ensure inspections and time change frequencies are accurate. Document the reconciliation on a printed copy of the JML, or locally approved form/product, to include the date and name of the inspector. Retain this copy on file until replaced by the next reconciliation according to Air Force RDS, Table 21-11, Rule 10.

4.11.6.40. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Load applicable JSTs to armament equipment items during aircraft and (or) equipment acceptance and receipts from supply or other sources.

4.11.6.41. (Added) (Tyndall AFB only) Maintain a current TDI product or IMDS-CDB screen 469 for all armament-related JSTs and desired MIS TCTO reports.

4.11.6.42. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Requisition parts to satisfy time change requirements for armament equipment or gun system components not identified in applicable dash-6 TOs.

4.11.6.43. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Maintain and inspect ammunition-loading assemblies and (or) systems. Note: At Tyndall AFB, the munitions activity is responsible for the chassis, to include the rear deck and cover.

4.11.6.44. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Maintain equipment historical records, using AFTO IMT 95, Significant Historical Data, or approved automated product, for armament AME, NIE, aircraft guns and, if applicable, ammunition loading systems (TO 00-20-1). Maintain a current printed copy of automated histories on file for ready reference and backup.

4.11.6.45. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Establish procedures to ensure items requiring explosive free certification according to TO 11A-1-60, General Instruction s- Inspection of Reusable Munitions Containers and Scrap Material Generated from Items Exposed to or Containing XPL, are properly inspected, marked and certified prior to shipment back to depot/contractors for repair or for turn-in to Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office.

4.11.6.46. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Ensure requirements for submitting AFTO Form 375, Selected Support Equipment Repair Cost Estimate, on applicable armament equipment identified in TO 35-1-24, General Instruction—AF Repair/Replacement for Selected San Antonio ALC Managed

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Support Equipment (SE), are accomplished. (AFTO Form 375 is prescribed by TO 00-25-240, Uniform Repair/Replacement Criteria for Selected USAF Support Equipment (SE). Refer to that publication for guidance on filling out the form.) This process provides vital information and source documentation for Air Logistics Centers to adequately reflect equipment sustainment costs, attrition rates, and to enable timely forecasting for replacement funding.

4.11.6.47. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Coordinate with test measurement and diagnostic equipment (TMDE) to ensure calibration requirements are met.

4.11.6.48. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Maintain the R-14 master identification (ID) listing.

4.11.6.49. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Maintain accountability and serviceability of composite tool kits (CTKs), support equipment, and testers according to AFI 21-101, Chapter 10.

4.11.6.50. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Maintain applicable TOs and publication files.

4.11.6.51. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Manage consumables, residual, and bench stock.

4.11.6.52. (Added) (Sheppard and Tyndall AFBs only) Manage hazardous material (HAZMAT) and ESOH items according to ESOH guidance.

4.11.6.53. (Added) (Sheppard AFB only) Coordinate with PS&D monthly to develop armament maintenance schedule. Include NIE/AME inspection schedules in the maintenance schedule plan.

4.11.6.54. (Added) (Sheppard AFB only) Provide PS&D with the required data to load applicable JSTs to armament equipment items during ground instructional trainer aircraft (GITA), trainer, aircraft, and

(or) equipment acceptance and receipts from supply or other sources.

4.11.6.55. (Added) (Sheppard AFB only) Inform PS&D of any changes to armament equipment inspection and time change requirements that may require update of the JML.

4.11.6.56. (Added) (Sheppard AFB only) Coordinate with 363rd Training Squadron (363 TRS) to develop and implement procedures for documenting receipt of AME and NIE requiring in-shop inspection or maintenance.

4.11.6.57. (Added) (Sheppard AFB only) Inspect load crew training munitions and components every 180 days, or more frequently if mandated by commodity TOs. Maintain an AFTO IMT 244 (or automated form) for each AUR training munition.

4.12. Weapons Section (MH-53J/M and HH-60 Units). The weapons section at Kirtland AFB will comply with AFI 21-101, paragraph 4.12, and this section, even though the section is aligned as an MXS armament flight.

4.12.1. The Weapons Section NCOIC at Kirtland AFB is responsible for applicable weapons manager responsibilities and the weapons task qualification program (see paragraphs 4.12.4 and 4.12.5 of AFI 21-101).

4.12.1.7. See paragraphs 5.8.6.6 and 5.8.6.6.2 of this supplement for additional guidance on LME.

4.12.1.34. (Added) Develops an OI for in-shop handling and maintenance of jammed or broken guns, gun systems, and ammunition handling systems (AFMAN 91-201).

4.12.1.35. (Added) Ensures MIS JDD procedures are used to install and remove all AME and NIE.

Proper JDD procedures are interpreted as creating and clearing jobs in the MIS.

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4.12.1.36. (Added) Designates supervisors authorized to use non-JDD procedures (IMDS-CDB screens 45 and 46) in the MIS. Limits the number of supervisors authorized to use these screens to the minimal number needed to ensure timely documentation.

4.12.2.5.1. Document ammunition rounds fired by gun serial number and record the action in the MIS (for example, rounds totalization, after fire, or inspections). Maintain copies of completed AF IMTs 2434, or locally approved form, on file for one year according to Air Force RDS, Table 21-21, Rule 12.

4.12.2.5.3. Use AF IMT 2434 to update inspection cycles of AME, NIE, and SE as applicable. When expenditures occur, update applicable inspection intervals and equipment historical records.

4.12.2.12. Maintain copies of completed AF IMTs 2430 on file for 6 months according to Air Force RDS, Table 21-21, Rule 12.

4.14. Plans, Scheduling and Documentation Section (AMU PS&D). In addition, refer to AETCI 21- 104, Aircraft Planning and Scheduling.

5.6.3.1. Includes removal and replacement of drogue chutes, as applicable.

5.6.3.3. (Added) Ensure cartridge-actuated devices (CAD) and propellant-actuated devices (PAD) verification procedures are followed. See Chapter 7 of the basic publication and as supplemented for further guidance.

5.7.1.5. (Added) Maintain CASS according to the CASS Operation and Maintenance Manual. These responsibilities include air compressors, generators, air-conditioner/dryer assembly, air controller, above-ground modules, above-ground plumbing, master control module, pit or module controls to include valves and regulators, and the after cooler assembly. Responsibilities include all above-ground support equipment on the T-1A and T-6 flight line (e.g., plugs, rectifiers, cables, and component frames).

5.7.2.11. Establish an AGE operator training program in coordination with the training management function. The program will include safety and operating procedures (AFOSHSTDs 91-66, General Industrial Operations, and 91-100, Aircraft Flight Line Ground Operations and Activities) and prior-to-use inspections (TO 00-20-1 and applicable equipment TOs).

5.7.2.11.1. (Added) Qualified AGE personnel, instructors, or supervisors certified by the AGE function will provide the training. Coordinate with the training management function to schedule required training. Once training is accomplished, complete an AF IMT 2426, Training Request and Completion Notification, or class roster and forward to the training management function.

5.7.2.11.2. (Added) The AGE function will determine if any other training is required when modifications to equipment or changes to TOs are made. Note: Specific training requirements are in AETCI 21-103 or AETCI 21-112, as applicable.

5.7.2.16. Provide this listing quarterly to Systems Support Section (HQ AETC/A4MSS) in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet template provided by the AGE functional manager.

5.7.2.19. (Added) Ensure the status of CASS equipment is maintained in the MIS. A status board may also be used.

5.7.2.20. (Added) Inform the MOC and production superintendent of status changes to CASS equipment affecting the ability of CASS to support the mission.

5.7.2.21. (Added) Ensure CASS is placed in standby mode when flying is delayed or canceled.

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5.7.2.22. (Added) Establish a CASS equipment corrosion control and paint program and update requirements annually.

5.7.6.3. Ensure a wing instruction or support agreement is established that includes procedures for supporting deployed AGE at dispersed locations for other than contingencies.

5.7.8.1. Provide a reproducible copy of the AGE function monthly plan to PS&D by the third Tuesday of the month preceding the effective month.

5.7.8.1.2. (Added) Provide a legible copy of the AGE function weekly schedule annex to PS&D by 1200 on Thursday of the week preceding the effective week for inclusion into the weekly plan.

5.7.8.1.3. (Added) Maintain the JML for all AGE function equipment in the MIS. Update the JML as inspection requirements change in governing TOs. Reconcile the JML with appropriate governing TOs semiannually to ensure inspections and time change frequencies are accurate. Document the reconciliation on the working copy of the JML, to include the name of the individual accomplishing the reconciliation and the date completed. File this documentation until replaced by the next reconciliation.

5.7.8.3. Requisition parts to satisfy time change requirements for AGE components identified in the…