KEESLERAFBI21-103 — Foreign Object Damage (fod) And Dropped Object (do) Program

KEESLERAFBI21-103 governs the Foreign Object Damage prevention program and Dropped Object Program at Keesler AFB.

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  • Publication number: KEESLERAFBI21-103
  • Title: FOREIGN OBJECT DAMAGE (FOD) AND DROPPED OBJECT (DO) PROGRAM
  • Date: 2025-12-16

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It establishes responsibilities and procedures for FOD prevention, dropped object reporting, investigations, operational requirements, and incentive programs. It requires training, designated monitors, FOD inspections, incident notifications, investigations, and related records.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all personnel assigned to Keesler AFB (KAFB), including maintenance/supply/transportation and contractors.

Topics covered

  • Foreign Object Damage prevention
  • Dropped Object Program
  • FOD reporting and notification
  • FOD investigations
  • FOD walks
  • Operational requirements
  • FOD prevention incentive programs

Questions and answers

What is the objective of the FOD Prevention Program?

The objective of the FOD Prevention Program is to prevent foreign object damage to aircraft, aircraft systems, engines, tires, and Air Force support equipment/assets through the use of proper procedures, training, and reporting. (paragraph 2)

How must organizations designate FOD Prevention Monitors?

Each organization/contractor will designate, in writing, a primary and alternate FOD Prevention Monitor to be a member of the FOD committee. (paragraph 4)

How quickly must FOD incidents be reported?

Unit Prevention Monitors will report all FOD incidents to the 81 TRW Program Monitor /81 TRW/SE and/or 403 WG/SE as soon as damage is discovered, but no later than 24 hours after occurrence. (paragraph 21-101)

When must AETC Form 199 final reports be sent?

AETC Form 199, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Incident Investigation final reports will be completed and sent to AETC/LGMTP in a timely manner (no later than 60 days) after the incident. (paragraph 21-101)

What qualifies as a minor FOD incident?

A minor FOD incident is defined as, (FOD) to aircraft, aircraft systems, engines, tires, and Air Force support equipment/assets where the extent of damage is minor and cost to repair or replace parts (including labor cost) is less than $50,000. (paragraph 6)

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