AFTCI63-101_20-101 — Technical Order Writing Procedures

AFTCI63-101_20-101 governs technical order writing procedures for local technical data, test capabilities, and maintenance operations.

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  • Publication number: AFTCI63-101_20-101
  • Title: Technical Order Writing Procedures
  • Date: 2018-11-02

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It implements AFPD 21-1, AFI 63-101/20-101, and AFD TO 00-5-1. It covers local technical data, procedures, roles, guidance, requirements, and sample checklists, job guides, work cards, supplements, and technical data packages.

Applies to: It applies to all units assigned to the AFTC and systems under test (SUT).

Topics covered

  • Local technical data
  • Technical order writing procedures
  • Local procedures
  • One-time deviations
  • Technical data verification
  • Munitions and maintenance operations
  • Test support equipment inspections
  • Technical data package guides

Questions and answers

Is compliance with the AFTCI63-101_20-101 guidance memorandum mandatory?

Compliance with this Memorandum is mandatory.

What contract requirement applies to contractors under AFTCI63-101_20-101?

The requirements of this instruction pertaining to contractors will be included in the terms and conditions of the contract.

Can munitions or maintenance operations be performed without approved technical data?

No munitions or maintenance operations will be performed without DoD approved technical data, contractor data or local technical data drafted, verified and approved per this instruction.

When is locally developed technical data mandatory for systems under test?

Locally developed technical data is mandatory for SUTs when their use with AFTC test capabilities are not covered by Standard Air Force (SAF) publications.

Can munitions or maintenance operations proceed without appropriate technical data?

Under no circumstances will any munitions, sub-munitions or maintenance operations be conducted unless appropriate DoD technical data or approved local technical data is made available and used.

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