AFI63-140_ANGSUP — Aircraft Structural Integrity Program

AFI63-140_ANGSUP governs the Air Force Aircraft Structural Integrity Program for aircraft structural safety, performance, durability, and supportability.

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  • Publication number: AFI63-140_ANGSUP
  • Title: AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY PROGRAM
  • Date: 2017-04-26

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The publication defines ASIP objectives, including structural integrity certification and the use of aircraft usage and maintenance data. It requires ASIPs and ASIP Master Plans for aircraft Mission Design Series and assigns duties to acquisition, operational, engineering, and program officials.

Applies to: This publication applies to all Air Force aircraft programs.

Topics covered

  • Aircraft Structural Integrity Program objectives
  • Structural integrity certification
  • Aircraft usage and maintenance data
  • ASIP Master Plans
  • Mission Design Series requirements
  • Aircraft structural inspections
  • ASIP data capture rates

Questions and answers

What is the goal of the Air Force Aircraft Structural Integrity Program?

The goal of the AF Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP) is to ensure the desired level of structural safety, performance, durability, and supportability with the least possible economic burden throughout the aircraft’s service life. (paragraph 1)

When must a program manager establish an ASIP?

The PM shall establish an ASIP for each Mission Design Series (MDS) the Air Force acquires, uses, or leases. (paragraph 3)

What standard must an ASIP follow for aircraft developed or modified by the Air Force?

For each aircraft MDS developed or modified by the Air Force, the ASIP shall comply with MIL-STD-1530, DoD Standard Practice for Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP). (paragraph 3)

When must the initial ASIP Master Plan be drafted?

Draft an initial ASIP Master Plan for the program as early as possible in the Technology Maturation and Risk Reduction phase. (paragraph 3)

When is PEO approval required for an ASIP Master Plan?

Obtain PEO approval for the ASIP Master Plan before the System Requirements Review (SRR). (paragraph 3)

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