AFMCI21-102 governs the establishment and monitoring of Analytical Condition Inspection programs for aerospace equipment.
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It defines ACI responsibilities, procedures, sampling plans, work specifications, reporting, and interfaces with other programs. It requires ACI data to support aircraft inspection programs and establishes review, approval, documentation, and reporting duties.
Applies to: This publication applies to all AFMC units of the Regular Air Force.
ACI programs reveal defects that may not otherwise be detected through normal technical order and programmed depot maintenance (PDM) inspections. (paragraph 1)
Any item or area deemed applicable by the Program Office (PO) may be included in an ACI program. (paragraph 3)
ACI programs do not cover all areas of aircraft and systems every year; rather, the inspection and evaluation process is continuous to ensure airworthiness. (paragraph 3)
Results from ASIP, failure data, and material deficiency and accident or incident reports must be the primary sources for determining which items or areas require inspection and evaluation on an annual basis. (paragraph 3)