CANNONAFBI21-102 — Foreign Object Damage (fod)/dropped Object Prevention (dop) Program

CANNONAFBI21-102 governs the Foreign Object Damage and Dropped Object Prevention Program at Cannon Air Force Base.

Search CANNONAFBI21-102

  • Publication number: CANNONAFBI21-102
  • Title: FOREIGN OBJECT DAMAGE (FOD)/DROPPED OBJECT PREVENTION (DOP) PROGRAM
  • Date: 2017-04-27

View CANNONAFBI21-102 on armypubs.army.mil


Its chapters address program objectives and responsibilities, FOD prevention in aircraft and flightline environments, walks, vehicles, clothing, lost items, reporting, investigations, and incentives. It requires reporting and investigating FOD and dropped-object incidents, daily FOD walks, and control of tools, equipment, debris, and personal items.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all operational, maintenance, and support activities functionally assigned or TDY to Cannon AFB.

Topics covered

  • Foreign Object Damage prevention
  • Dropped Object Prevention
  • Aircraft and flightline environment
  • FOD prevention walks
  • Flightline vehicle operations
  • Clothing controls
  • Lost tool procedures
  • FOD incident reporting

Questions and answers

Who must establish a squadron FOD/DOP program?

Each unit who drives or works on the flightline will establish and maintain an effective squadron FOD/DOP program. (paragraph 1)

What must happen when a FOD or dropped-object incident is discovered?

Upon discovery of a FOD/DO incident, cease operations in the affected area of the aircraft/engine and notify the flightline expeditor/supervisor and MOC. (paragraph 6)

When is a lost item report required?

If the item cannot be located within 60 minutes: notify Quality Assurance, initiate locally generated Lost Tool/Item Report and annotate AFTO Form 781A with a “Red-X” and a description of the situation and search procedure used.

What are the requirements for flightline support vehicle FOD containers?

All flightline support vehicles will have a FOD container and will be emptied after every shift. (paragraph 8)

When is FOD/DOP training required for newly assigned flightline personnel?

Ensure work center specific FOD/DOP training is provided prior to newly assigned personnel performing duties on the flightline, by the supervisor and at least annually. (paragraph 1)

Ask Reggie.Bot a question about CANNONAFBI21-102