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

AFI91-202_STARCOMSUP governs safety release documentation, launch vehicle space debris assessments, and STARCOM test execution.

Search AFI91-202_STARCOMSUP

• Publication number: AFI91-202_STARCOMSUP
• Title: THE US AIR FORCE MISHAP PREVENTION PROGRAM
• Date: 2023-02-21

View AFI91-202_STARCOMSUP on armypubs.army.mil

---

It specifies system and hazard information, SDAR delivery schedules and formats, and requirements for testing, suspension, and resumption. It also addresses acceptance by a Test Execution Approval authority and delegation to the next lower authority.

Topics covered

• Safety release documentation
• ESOH hazard assessment
• Launch vehicle space debris assessments
• Orbital debris mitigation
• STARCOM test execution
• Test suspension and resumption

Questions and answers

When must unresolved orbital debris mitigation compliance issues be resolved?

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)

Can the Test Execution Approval authority accept tests reviewed by another safety organization?

Tests planned and reviewed by other STARCOM or government safety organizations may be accepted by the TEA. (paragraph 1)

What is required for acceptance of tests reviewed by another safety organization?

Acceptance requires the participation of safety personnel in the review process to ensure adequate SRB rigor and hazard management for the test assets. (paragraph 1)

What plans must govern test or experiment activities?

The test/experiment activity will be conducted according to the approved test/experiment and safety plans. (paragraph 1)

When should testing be suspended?

Testers should suspend testing if they encounter a significant hazard or unexpected/unsafe event. (paragraph 1)

Ask Reggie.Bot a question about AFI91-202_STARCOMSUP