19AWI21-124 — Functional Check Flight Program

19AWI21-124 governs procedures for preparing 19th Airlift Wing aircraft for functional and acceptance check flights.

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  • Publication number: 19AWI21-124
  • Title: FUNCTIONAL CHECK FLIGHT PROGRAM
  • Date: 2021-04-15

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It addresses functional, operational, and high speed taxi checks, including when each type is used and required authorizations. It assigns requirements for aircraft preparation, quality assurance, aircrew actions, briefings, forms, checklists, and permanent records.

Applies to: This instruction implements AFPD 21-1, Maintenance of Military Materiel and applies to the 19th Airlift Wing.

Topics covered

  • Functional check flights
  • Acceptance check flights
  • Operational check flights
  • High speed taxi checks
  • Aircraft preparation
  • Aircrew briefings
  • Aircraft forms
  • FCF completion

Questions and answers

When can a high speed taxi check be used instead of a check flight?

HSTCs may be utilized instead of CFs with 19th MXG/CC and 19th OG/CC authorization, IAW AFI 21-101. (paragraph 1)

What fuel configuration is required for a high speed taxi check?

To minimize brake and tire wear while performing HSTC, coordinate with the FCF aircrew to ensure the aircraft is configured with the minimum fuel practical, but not less than Dash-1 operational fuel minimums. (paragraph 2)

What forms must be included in the quality assurance review?

Ensure all AFTO Form 781A, Maintenance Discrepancy and Work Document; to include the original grounding discrepancies are included for the review. (paragraph 2)

What job control numbers are used for check flights?

All CFs will use the following job control numbers. (JCNs): 8400-8424 as per Little Rock AFB 21-107, Job Control Number Assignment. (paragraph 11-201)

What must match on the completed checklist and blue-lined 781A?

All dates and times should match each other. (paragraph 4)

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