USAF 24-003 Authorization for Reusable Honeycomb.pdf

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This is an ADFSD Release Information File authorizing the use of a Reusable Honeycomb (REAL) for Air Force aerial delivery systems. The Air National Guard – Air Force Reserve Command Test Center (AATC) completed testing of the reusable honeycomb pad at the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center in Natick, MA, as an alternative to single-use energy dissipating material on container delivery systems (CDS).

The authorization applies specifically to Air Force UAT loads rigged for CDS, Container Ramp Loads (CRLs), and LCLA, with all loads to be implemented according to TO 13C7-1-11. Units must follow manufacturer procedures for assembly and report any adverse results compared to traditional Energy Dissipating Material (EDM). The point of contact is MSgt Drew Holsenback, and for purchasing, contact is Mr. Daryoush Allaei at QRDC (3223 Fairchild Ave., Wayzata, MN), with the document set to expire when TO 13C7-1-11 is revised or published.

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ADFSD Release Information File, Version 1, 20230105

Rescind Date: Post Until Further Notice: Publication Affected:

Title:

Signature:Releasing Authority:

Interim:

Exception:

Release Date:

USAF 24-003 10-Jan-2024

TO 13C7-1-11

//UNCLASSIFIED//

1. The Air National Guard – Air Force Reserve Command Test Center (AATC) tested the reusable honeycomb with their Research & Development Team at US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center, Natick, MA. The test was completed to allow a reusable pad in lieu of single use energy dissipating material on container delivery systems (CDS).

2. This exception to policy governs AF UAT loads rigged for CDS, Container Ramp Loads (CRLs), and LCLA only. Loads covered in TO 13C7-1-11 are the only loads authorized for use for UAT loads. Contact QRDC for purchasing at:

Mr. Daryoush Allaei 3223 Fairchild Ave.

Wayzata, MN 55391 Email: Dallaei@qrdc.com Office phone: 952-556-5205 Direct line: 612-380-4433

3. All units utilizing REAL will follow the manufacture procedures for assembly and place IAW TO 13C7-1-11. Adverse results of using the REAL versus Energy Dissipating Material (EDM) are mandatory.

4. This memorandum expires when TO 13C7-1-11 is revised/published.

5. The point of contact for this action is MSgt Drew Holsenback, commercial 703-659-5517 or andrew.holsenback@us.af.mil.

Authorization for Reusable Honeycomb (REAL)

HOLSENBACK.ANDRE

W.JAMES.1265841941

Digitally signed by

HOLSENBACK.ANDREW.JAMES.126584194

Date: 2024.01.10 15:50:42 -05'00'

ANDREW J. HOLSENBACK, MSgt, USAF USAF Aerial Delivery Manager

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