AR 700-138 — Army Logistics Readiness And Sustainability
AR 700-138 governs the collection and reporting of Army materiel condition for equipment readiness and sustainability.
- Publication number: AR 700-138
- Title: ARMY LOGISTICS READINESS AND SUSTAINABILITY
- Date: 04/23/2018
- Proponent: G-4
- Status: ACTIVE
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AR 700-138 covers materiel condition status reporting for ground, aviation, unmanned aerial system, and missile equipment. It establishes reporting methods, readiness ratings, equipment criteria, deficiency resolution, and logistics sustainability analysis.
Applies to: This regulation prescribes policy and provides procedures for collecting and reporting the physical condition of Army materiel that will aid in the development or modification of logistic policies, procedures, and strategies for equipment readiness (ER) sustainability.
Topics covered
- Materiel condition status reporting
- Equipment readiness goals
- Aviation system readiness reporting
- Unmanned aerial system readiness
- Missile equipment reporting
- Materiel readiness deficiencies
- Logistics sustainability assessment
Questions and answers
When can a unit be excused from materiel condition status reporting?
In unusual cases, units, or elements of units that have a ground and/or missile ER-reporting requirement under this regulation may be temporarily excused from their reporting requirements. Units may be excused from reporting during periods of unique circumstances or during the conduct of special missions or training.
Who can approve an AMSS reporting exemption?
DCS, G4 is the only official authority to grant exemptions to readiness reporting.
What is the primary method for reporting Army ground equipment status?
The primary method of reporting will be through AMSS. If AMSS is not available, unit must use an alternative HQDA-approved electronic system. (paragraph 1)
Does authorization have to be in place before equipment readiness is reported?
Authorization is not a requisite to reporting. (paragraph 1)
How often must missile equipment be reported?
Missile equipment reporting is a monthly requirement for all units. (paragraph 4-2)