LUKEAFBI21-106 — Maintenance Of Display Aircraft At Luke Afb

LUKEAFBI21-106 governs the regular inspection, cleaning, painting, maintenance, and transport of display aircraft at Luke AFB.

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  • Publication number: LUKEAFBI21-106
  • Title: MAINTENANCE OF DISPLAY AIRCRAFT AT LUKE AFB
  • Date: 2026-02-06

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It covers quarterly inspections and washes, aircraft forms, painting configuration, lifting and transport, and upkeep of related air park features. It requires discrepancies, washes, inspections, and corrective actions to be recorded in aircraft forms and establishes notification and safety requirements for aircraft movement.

Applies to: This instruction provides for the regular maintenance and upkeep of all display aircraft at Luke Air Force Base.

Topics covered

  • Display aircraft inspections
  • Aircraft washing
  • Aircraft painting configuration
  • Aircraft forms
  • Lifting and transporting display aircraft
  • Air park grounds and pedestals
  • Aircraft movement safety

Questions and answers

How often are display aircraft inspections performed?

The Air Park Manager or designated representative will perform the quarterly inspections. (paragraph 2)

How must aircraft discrepancies be handled?

Discrepancies will be annotated in the appropriate aircraft forms and corrective action scheduled through the appropriate 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron (56 EMS) repair shop. (paragraph 2)

What chemicals are prohibited when washing display aircraft?

Bio-Environmental Engineers will ensure contractor utilizes soaps that are biodegradable and that no solvents, thinners, or hazardous chemicals will to be used on the aircraft while they are positioned in the display area. (paragraph 2)

Where are aircraft inspections and washes recorded?

The physical aircraft forms are located in Building 915, Aircraft Structural Maintenance Section, and are maintained digitally on the 56FW Share Drive. (paragraph 2)

Who can paint static display aircraft?

Static display aircraft will be painted by either Structural Maintenance Section or a contracted civilian company. (paragraph 2)

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