DAFMAN21-201_AFMCSUP — Munitions Management

DAFMAN21-201_AFMCSUP governs AFMC munitions management requirements for ISO container shipments and related documentation.

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• Publication number: DAFMAN21-201_AFMCSUP
• Title: MUNITIONS MANAGEMENT
• Date: 2026-03-27

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It covers container selection, inspections, labeling, markings, RFID tags, shipment documentation, FMS shipments, and cancelled shipments. It requires specified records, annotations, approvals, and document-control procedures.

Applies to: This supplement applies to all AFMC munitions Regular Air Force and civilians and activities, and munitions-using organizations.

Topics covered

• ISO container space
• Munitions intermodal movements
• Container inspections
• Munitions shipment documentation
• FMS shipments
• RFID tag handling
• Munitions document control

Questions and answers

What should happen to partially loaded ISO containers?

Defer partial loaded ISO containers to a future retrograde.

Which container is preferred for munitions intermodal movements?

The side-opening MILVAN container is the preferred container for munitions intermodal movements. (paragraph 7)

What inspections are required before loading munitions into containers?

Before loading munitions for shipment, prior-to-use inspections will be performed on the containers, to include visual interior and exterior examination for obvious defects. (paragraph 7)

Where must shipping documents be attached for ISO container shipments?

Munitions activities that generate munitions shipments using ISO containers will attach shipping documents to the inside of a door on each container. (paragraph 7)

What markings must units place on ISO containers?

Units will ensure all applicable DOT markings are properly affixed. (paragraph 7)

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