AFTACI63-301 — Technical Instruction System Implementing Policies

AFTACI63-301 governs the Air Force Technical Applications Center Technical Instruction Special Publication System and its policies.

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  • Publication number: AFTACI63-301
  • Title: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION SYSTEM IMPLEMENTING POLICIES
  • Date: 2025-05-08

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It establishes the Technical Instruction System as the official channel for technical information on unique equipment used by AFTAC. It assigns duties for managing, developing, reviewing, distributing, and maintaining technical instructions, including Time Compliance Technical Instructions and record sets.

Applies to: This publication applies to all AFTAC military and civilian personnel, its detachments, and individual reservists assigned to AFTAC.

Topics covered

  • Technical Instruction System
  • Technical Instruction publication management
  • Time Compliance Technical Instructions
  • Technical Instruction development and review
  • Commercial manual integration
  • Technical Instruction classification
  • Technical Instruction record sets

Questions and answers

What is the official channel for technical information on unique AFTAC equipment?

The TI system is the official channel for providing technical information for unique equipment used by AFTAC. (paragraph 1)

Are AFTAC technical publications directive in nature?

All technical publications are directive in nature and are applicable to all organizational units. (paragraph 1)

What must program managers do before distributing TIs and TCTIs?

Program Manager (PM) shall ensure TIs and TCTIs for their individual programs are verified prior to distribution to users. (paragraph 2)

What does a TI Management Agency manage?

TI Management Agencies (TIMA) are responsible for managing all aspects of TI quality, development, sustainment, and preparation including TI budgeting, copy preparation, printing, and stock/storage and issue of assigned TIs. (paragraph 2)

When should existing publications be used instead of preparing new technical instructions?

Existing publications (i.e., TOs and commercial manuals) will be used in lieu of new TI preparation whenever possible. (paragraph 5)

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