DAFI91-202_AFMCSUP — The Department Of The Air Force (daf) Mishap Prevention Program

DAFI91-202_AFMCSUP governs safety release content and launch vehicle space debris assessment report delivery and review requirements.

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  • Publication number: DAFI91-202_AFMCSUP
  • Title: THE DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE (DAF) MISHAP PREVENTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2024-09-23

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The publication specifies system descriptions, ESOH hazard discussions, testing conclusions, risk acceptance, and safety anomaly notification. It also establishes SDAR schedules, review steps, required signatures, and report contents for launch vehicles.

Topics covered

  • System safety releases
  • ESOH hazards
  • Risk acceptance decisions
  • Launch vehicle space debris assessments
  • Orbital debris mitigation
  • SDAR delivery schedules
  • Launch vehicle debris
  • Spacecraft descriptions

Questions and answers

When is the preliminary design review draft SDAR due?

Preliminary Design Review (PDR) draft SDAR: 30 days prior to the program or project PDR or equivalent program/project development milestone. (paragraph 1)

When is the CDR draft SDAR due?

CDR Draft SDAR: 45 days prior to the program or project CDR or equivalent program/project development milestone. (paragraph 1)

When must the final Launch Vehicle SDAR be submitted?

The PM will submit the Final Launch Vehicle (LV) SDAR 30 days prior to the launch approval process (Air Force Operational Readiness Review, Flight Readiness Review or equivalent) for approval and signature by the appropriate acquisition authorities (PEO or equivalent, or designated approving official). (paragraph 1)

Are SDARs required for suborbital missions?

Note: SDARs are not required for suborbital missions. (paragraph 1)

What must happen before final SDAR approval?

Prior to final SDAR approval, the Center (or equivalent) technical and safety subject matter expert will independently review the final pre-launch SDAR. (paragraph 1)

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