DAFI63-140_AFRCSUP_433AWSUP — Aircraft Structural Integrity Program And Air And Space Equipment Structural Management

DAFI63-140_AFRCSUP_433AWSUP governs the Aircraft Structural Integrity Program and air and space equipment structural management.

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  • Publication number: DAFI63-140_AFRCSUP_433AWSUP
  • Title: AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY PROGRAM AND AIR AND SPACE EQUIPMENT STRUCTURAL MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 2022-12-07

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It addresses advanced composites, corrosion prevention and control, low observables supportability, metals technology, and nondestructive inspection for non-facilities assets. It designates offices and procedures for technical and engineering support and establishes mandatory compliance, waiver, and supplement provisions.

Applies to: This publication applies to all military and civilian employees of the Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard, and to other individuals or organizations as required by binding agreement or obligation with the Department of the Air Force.

Topics covered

  • Aircraft Structural Integrity Program
  • Air and space equipment structural management
  • Advanced composites
  • Corrosion prevention and control
  • Low observables supportability
  • Metals technology
  • Nondestructive inspection

Questions and answers

What must be true for contractor requirements in DAFI63-140_AFRCSUP_433AWSUP to be enforceable?

Any contractor requirements contained within this instruction must be contained within the contract, grant, or agreement to be enforceable.

How are waiver authorities identified in DAFI63-140_AFRCSUP_433AWSUP?

The authorities to waive wing/unit level requirements in this publication are identified with a Tier (“T-0,” “T-1,” “T-2,” “T-3”) number following the compliance statement.

What does the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology & Logistics oversee?

Oversees Air Force Aircraft Structural Integrity Program policy. (paragraph 20-114)

What must Major Commands and the Director, Air National Guard establish?

Establish an Aircraft Structural Integrity Program office of primary responsibility for managing the Aircraft Structural Integrity Program command-wide. (paragraph 20-114)

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