SSCI91-701 — The Space Systems Command Launch And Range Safety Program

SSCI91-701 governs launch and range safety requirements and responsibilities for Space Systems Command operations on SSC ranges.

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  • Publication number: SSCI91-701
  • Title: THE SPACE SYSTEMS COMMAND LAUNCH AND RANGE SAFETY PROGRAM
  • Date: 2022-12-27

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It covers flight safety analysis, pre-launch processing, material safety, hazardous areas, launch commit criteria, and commercial space launch. Compliance is mandatory, and the instruction identifies interfaces with other DoD, Federal Aviation Administration, civil, and commercial Range Users.

Applies to: This instruction applies to Headquarters (HQ) SSC, subordinate units, and supporting units for the conduct of operations on SSC ranges.

Topics covered

  • Launch and range safety
  • Flight safety analysis
  • Pre-launch processing and material safety
  • Hazardous areas
  • Launch commit criteria
  • Commercial space launch

Questions and answers

What must SSC organizations comply with under SSCI91-701?

SSC organizations are responsible for complying with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations.

Can SSCI91-701 authorize deviation from federal, state, or local laws?

No policy or requirement in SSC 91-7XX series publications shall be considered as relief or authority to deviate from federal, state, or local laws, statutes, and regulations.

How are waiver authorities identified in SSCI91-701?

The authorities to waive SLD/unit level requirements in this publication are identified with a Tier (“T-0, T-1, T-2, T-3”) number following the compliance statement.

How must waiver requests be submitted under SSCI91-701?

Submit requests for waivers through the chain of command to the appropriate Tier waiver approval authority, or alternately, to the Publication OPR for non-tiered compliance items.

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