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

AFI91-202_ANGSUP governs launch vehicle space debris assessment reports, including debris mitigation, release, breakup, and delivery requirements.

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  • Publication number: AFI91-202_ANGSUP
  • Title: THE US AIR FORCE MISHAP PREVENTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2025-04-01

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It covers program and mission overviews, spacecraft and launch vehicle descriptions, debris released during normal operations, and potential explosions or intentional breakups. It requires specified delivery schedules, reviews, approvals, and report content for launch vehicle SDARs.

Topics covered

  • Launch vehicle space debris assessments
  • Orbital debris mitigation
  • Spacecraft descriptions
  • Launch vehicle descriptions
  • Debris release assessments
  • Orbital stage explosions and breakups
  • SDAR delivery requirements

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 must the final Launch Vehicle SDAR be submitted?

The PM will submit the Final Launch Vehicle 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 (Center Commander or equivalent, or designated approving official). (paragraph 1)

Who reviews the final launch vehicle SDAR before approval?

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

Are SDARs required for suborbital missions?

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

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