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

AFI91-202_SSCSUP governs safety release documentation for systems under test and launch vehicle space debris assessment reports.

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  • Publication number: AFI91-202_SSCSUP
  • Title: THE US AIR FORCE MISHAP PREVENTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2023-09-05

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It addresses system descriptions, ESOH hazards, risk levels, testing safety, anomalies, and required safety release coordination. It also requires scheduled SDAR submissions, reviews, approvals, and specified report content for launch vehicles.

Topics covered

  • Safety release documentation
  • ESOH hazard assessment
  • Testing safety
  • Risk acceptance decisions
  • Launch vehicle space debris assessment
  • Orbital debris mitigation
  • SDAR delivery requirements

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)

What happens to orbital debris mitigation compliance issues not resolved by the PDR?

Any orbital debris mitigation compliance issues not resolved by the PDR require resolution no later than the Critical Design Review (CDR) 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)

Who independently reviews the final launch vehicle SDAR before approval?

Prior to final SDAR approval the Center (or equivalent) technical and/or safety subject matter expert will independently review the final launch vehicle SDAR. (paragraph 1)

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