WR-ALCI21-119 governs the control, approval, and documentation of rob-back and cannibalization actions involving aircraft parts.
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WR-ALCI21-119 defines rob-backs and cannibalization actions, including their use to support programmed depot maintenance and field operations. It requires approvals, supply-system checks, specified forms, and accounting for required cannibalization actions.
Applies to: It provides guidance for Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex (WR-ALC) personnel but excludes 402 Electronics Maintenance Group.
A rob-back is a cannibalization action that is defined by AFMCI 21-100V3 _AFSCSUP as the removal of an assembly, subassembly, or component from an end item inducted for maintenance and placed on another end item. (paragraph 1)
Rob-back and cannibalization actions are considered workaround processes that are utilized solely to bridge supply system gaps in providing parts. (paragraph 1)
402 MXG/CC or designee will approve all rob-back actions prior to parts being removed from any PDM inducted asset. (paragraph 2)
Not perform any maintenance action until the WR-ALC Form 21, Rob-back Checklist, is officially approved and AFSC Form 173, Manpower Data System/Project Operation Assignment, is issued. (paragraph 2)
The intent of this policy is to ensure that accounting is recorded for all required cannibalization actions necessary to satisfy operational needs. (paragraph 1)