433AWI91-302 — Aircraft Hangar And Door Operations

433AWI91-302 governs safety procedures and precautionary measures for hangar door operation and aircraft hangaring operations.

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  • Publication number: 433AWI91-302
  • Title: AIRCRAFT HANGAR AND DOOR OPERATIONS
  • Date: 2020-11-16

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It covers operator appointments, training, checklists, manual door procedures, aircraft towing, fire suppression verification, and spill prevention. It requires documented training, approved operating checklists, qualified personnel, and specified towing safeguards.

Applies to: It applies to all 433AW members who prepare, manage, review, certify, approve, disseminate and/or use official Air Force publications and forms.

Topics covered

  • Hangar door operator training
  • Powered hangar door checklists
  • Manual hangar door procedures
  • Aircraft towing safeguards
  • Hangar fire suppression verification
  • Aircraft fluid leakage control

Questions and answers

Who appoints authorized hangar door operators?

Squadron commanders will appoint in writing authorized hangar door operators. (paragraph 1)

What training is required before personnel operate hangar doors?

All personnel required to operate powered and non-powered hangar doors receive initial and annual operators training before they operate hangar doors to maintain proficiency. (paragraph 2)

What must powered hangar door checklists contain?

Checklists will contain emergency contacts, telephone numbers and the name(s) of the building custodian(s). (paragraph 3)

When can powered hangar doors with manual overrides be operated manually?

Powered doors equipped with manual over-rides will not be operated in manual mode without first locking/tagging out automatic controls in accordance with AFMAN 91-203. (paragraph 3)

Can vehicles be used to move hangar doors?

Vehicles will not be used to move hangar doors. (paragraph 91-203)

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