DAFI91-202_AMCSUP — The Us Air Force Mishap Prevention Program

DAFI91-202_AMCSUP governs safety-release content and launch-vehicle space debris assessment reports, including delivery and review requirements.

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  • Publication number: DAFI91-202_AMCSUP
  • Title: THE US AIR FORCE MISHAP PREVENTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2025-03-06

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It specifies system descriptions, ESOH hazard discussions, risk levels, safety testing conclusions, precautions, and safety-release coordination. It defines SDAR content and sets schedules for preliminary, critical, and final report delivery, review, and approval.

Topics covered

  • Safety-release documentation
  • System descriptions
  • ESOH hazard assessments
  • Risk acceptance concurrence
  • Launch vehicle space debris assessments
  • Orbital debris mitigation
  • SDAR delivery schedules
  • Spacecraft and launch vehicle descriptions

Questions and answers

When must orbital debris mitigation compliance issues be resolved?

Any orbital debris mitigation compliance issues not resolved by the PDR require resolution no later than the Critical Design Review (CDR) or equivalent program/project development milestone. (paragraph 1)

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)

Who reviews the final pre-launch SDAR before 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)

Are SDARs required for suborbital missions?

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

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