AFI91-202_AFOTECSUP — The Us Air Force Mishap Prevention Program

AFI91-202_AFOTECSUP governs safety releases for systems under test, including hazard assessment, risk acceptance, and safety limitations.

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  • Publication number: AFI91-202_AFOTECSUP
  • Title: THE US AIR FORCE MISHAP PREVENTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2024-09-10

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It covers system descriptions, environmental, safety, and occupational health hazards, testing safety conclusions, anomalies, and points of contact. It also establishes delivery, review, approval, and content requirements for Launch Vehicle Space Debris Assessment Reports, including orbital debris mitigation compliance.

Topics covered

  • Safety release system descriptions
  • ESOH hazard assessment
  • Testing safety conclusions
  • Launch Vehicle Space Debris Assessment Reports
  • Orbital debris mitigation
  • Spacecraft descriptions
  • Launch vehicle debris assessments

Questions and answers

When must unresolved orbital debris mitigation issues be resolved?

Any orbital debris mitigation compliance issues not resolved by the PDR require resolution no later than the Critical Design Review (CDR) or equivalent program/project development milestone. (paragraph 1)

When is the preliminary design review draft SDAR due?

Preliminary Design Review (PDR) draft SDAR: 30 days prior to the program or project PDR or equivalent program/project development milestone. (paragraph 1)

When is the final Launch Vehicle SDAR due?

The PM will submit the Final Launch Vehicle (LV) SDAR 30 days prior to the launch approval process (Air Force Operational Readiness Review, Flight Readiness Review or equivalent) for approval and signature by the appropriate acquisition authorities (PEO or equivalent, or designated approving official). (paragraph 1)

Who reviews the final pre-launch SDAR before approval?

Prior to final SDAR approval, the Center (or equivalent) technical and safety subject matter expert will independently review the final pre-launch SDAR. (paragraph 1)

Are SDARs required for suborbital missions?

Note: SDARs are not required for suborbital missions. (paragraph 1)

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