AFI91-202_SPOCSUP — The Us Air Force Mishap Prevention Program

AFI91-202_SPOCSUP governs safety release documentation and launch vehicle space debris assessment reports.

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  • Publication number: AFI91-202_SPOCSUP
  • Title: THE US AIR FORCE MISHAP PREVENTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2021-10-15

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It includes system descriptions, ESOH hazard discussions, risk levels, testing conclusions, safety anomalies, and points of contact. It specifies SDAR delivery schedules, review and concurrence, approval, format, mission information, spacecraft and launch vehicle descriptions, and debris assessments.

Topics covered

  • Safety release documentation
  • ESOH hazard assessment
  • Safety risk acceptance
  • Launch vehicle space debris assessment reports
  • Orbital debris mitigation
  • SDAR delivery requirements
  • Spacecraft descriptions
  • Launch vehicle debris assessments

Questions and answers

When is the preliminary design review draft SDAR due?

Preliminary Design Review (PDR) draft SDAR: 30 days prior to the program or project PDR or equivalent program/project development milestone. (paragraph 1)

When is the CDR draft SDAR due?

CDR Draft SDAR: 45 days prior to the program or project CDR or equivalent program/project development milestone. (paragraph 1)

When must the final launch vehicle SDAR be submitted?

The PM will submit the Final Launch Vehicle SDAR 30 days prior to the launch approval process (Air Force Operational Readiness Review, Flight Readiness Review, or equivalent) for approval and signature by the appropriate acquisition authorities (Center Commander or equivalent, or designated approving official). (paragraph 1)

Are SDARs required for suborbital missions?

Note: SDARs are not required for suborbital missions. (paragraph 1)

Who must sign the inside cover of an SDAR?

Inside cover signed by (at a minimum): document preparer(s), program management, Chief Engineer, and Safety Office reviewers. (paragraph 1)

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