AFMCI21-102 — Analytical Condition Inspection(aci)programs

AFMCI21-102 governs the establishment and monitoring of Analytical Condition Inspection programs for aerospace equipment.

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  • Publication number: AFMCI21-102
  • Title: ANALYTICAL CONDITION INSPECTION(ACI)PROGRAMS
  • Date: 2025-12-10

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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.

Topics covered

  • Analytical Condition Inspection programs
  • ACI sampling plans
  • ACI work specifications
  • ACI reporting
  • Aircraft inspection and evaluation
  • Aircraft Structural Integrity Program coordination
  • Program approval and monitoring

Questions and answers

What do ACI programs reveal?

ACI programs reveal defects that may not otherwise be detected through normal technical order and programmed depot maintenance (PDM) inspections. (paragraph 1)

Can any aircraft item or area be included in an ACI program?

Any item or area deemed applicable by the Program Office (PO) may be included in an ACI program. (paragraph 3)

How often do ACI programs cover all aircraft and system areas?

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)

What sources must determine annual ACI inspection and evaluation areas?

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)

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