WR-ALCI21-100 — Special Maintenance Programs

WR-ALCI21-100 governs local procedures for the Foreign Object Damage, Impoundment, and Fleet Grounding programs.

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  • Publication number: WR-ALCI21-100
  • Title: Special Maintenance Programs
  • Date: 2026-05-06

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It establishes requirements for FOD-critical areas, engine FOD inspections, briefings, and focal point appointments. It also covers impounded records and controls for aircraft grounding, removal from service, and restricted operations.

Applies to: It applies to all Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex (WR-ALC) personnel (including contractor personnel) except the physical/chemical science labs of the 402d Maintenance Support Group (MXSG).

Topics covered

  • FOD-critical areas
  • Engine FOD inspections
  • FOD briefings
  • FOD focal point appointments
  • Impounded records
  • Aircraft grounding orders
  • Restricted aircraft operations

Questions and answers

Who may perform engine FOD inspections?

Engine FOD inspections shall only be accomplished by technicians certified in the Training Scheduling System (TSS)/Production Acceptance Scheduling System (PACSS). (paragraph 3)

When must engines be operated after an engine FOD inspection?

Engines shall not be operated prior to completing this inspection. (paragraph 3)

How long must supervisors retain quarterly FOD briefings?

Quarterly FOD briefings (based on FOD meeting minutes as a minimum) shall be documented on an Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Form 316, Supervisor Safety Meeting Minutes, and supervisor will maintain, at a minimum, the last four quarters of FOD/DOP quarterly briefings. (paragraph 3)

When must a new FOD focal point appointment memorandum be issued?

Whenever a FOD focal point vacates the position, an individual shall be assigned to carry out the duties with a new memo issued within 20 business days whether appointment is temporary or permanent. (paragraph 3)

How must impounded records be secured?

The impoundment official shall secure impounded records under lock and key to protect them from tampering or loss. (paragraph 3)

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