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- MIL-HDBK-502 addresses Product Support Analysis [MIL-HDBK-502 para 4.7; TO 00-25-195 para 1.1; AFMCMAN 20-106 para 2.6.6.1.2; AFMCI 23-109 para 2.2.1.3; AFI 23-101 para 2.9]
- It is incorporated into Air Force provisioning policy requirements [AFI 23-101 para 2.9]
- It governs logistics data requirements for provisioning, including Logistics Product Data and Engineering Data [AFMCMAN 20-106 para 2.6.6.1.2; AFMCI 23-109 para 2.2.1.3]

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MIL-HDBK-502 · para 4.7 as of 2025-04-18 · official source ↗

tion Framework. DoDI 5000.02 was cancelled and restructured to improve process effectiveness and implement the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF). As a result, DoDI 5000.02 was renamed “Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework”. The Major Capability Acquisition Framework pathway milestones and phases are emphasized throughout the MIL-HDBK-502. For broader guidance on AAF, please refer to https://aaf.dau.edu/. Traditional system acquisitions have taken a multi-year approach to complete all required analysis, documentation, and approvals. As all systems are not created equal in size and scope, DoD released the DoDI 5000.02 to allow more flexibility in the acquisition process. The AAF is separated into different pathways which allow the Program to be able to select the best method fo

MIL-STD-810 · para 6.1 as of 2022-05-18 · official source ↗

mperatures. c. Necessity for special kits or special cold weather procedures. d. Evidence of improper lubrication and assurance that lubricants specified for the environmental condition were used. e. For starting failure on internal combustion engines, assurance of the presence of proper fuels and deicers, if appropriate. f. Condition and adequacy of the power source. Source: https://assist.dla.mil -- Downloaded: 2026-07-20T01:50Z Check the source to verify that this is the current version before use. MIL-STD-810H w/CHANGE 1 METHOD 502.7 502.7-10 6. REFERENCE/RELATED DOCUMENTS. 6.1 Referenced Documents. a. MIL-HDBK-310, Global Climatic Data for Developing Military Products. b. AR 70-38, Research, Development, Test and Evaluation of Materiel for Extreme Climatic Conditions. c. NATO STANAG 4

TO 00-25-195 · para 1.1 as of 2023-09-01 · official source ↗

ncy (DLA) Document Services GEIA-STD-0007 Logistics Product Data Handbook MIL-DTL-38807 Manuals, Technical - Illustrated Parts Breakdown MIL-HDBK-502 Product Support Analysis TO 00-20-3 Maintenance Processing of Repairable Property and Repair Cycle Asset Controls Sys- tem TO 00-5-1 Air Force Technical Order System 8 IMPROVEMENT REPORTS. Recommendations for improvements to prescribed requirements and procedures will be submitted by a Recommended Change (RC) or AFTO Form 22, Technical Order System Publication Improvement Report, IAW TO 00-5-1. TO 00-25-195 vi CHAPTER 1 UNIFORM SOURCE, MAINTENANCE, AND RECOVERABILITY (SMR) CODES GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 PURPOSE. This chapter establishes uniform Source, Maintenance, and Recoverability (SMR) codes for AF usage. 1.1.1 SMR Code Policy. Uniform SMR

MIL-HDBK-516 · para 8.9.5 as of 2026-05-29 · official source ↗

Lab test: Conduct laboratory endurance testing on the release mechanism for the external cargo hook system to verify ability to release loads throughout the service life. Source: https://assist.dla.mil -- Downloaded: 2026-07-20T01:47Z Check the source to verify that this is the current version before use. MIL-HDBK-516D 502 Prior to entering operational test/operations, verify the standard by the above and following method(s): Test. (2) Flight test: Conduct flight testing to verify the release subsystems operate the external cargo hook as intended (e.g., at maximum bank angle and speed) and air vehicle provides status indications. 8.9.5 External cargo hook service life. Standard: The external cargo hook system (e.g., attaching hardware, release mechanism, carrying device structural systems

AFMCMAN 20-106 · para 2.6.6.1.2 as of 2025-01-23 · open official PDF ↗

cs-Operations/Training-and-Reference/Defense Logistics Agency Logistics Information Service Provisioning Screening Master Address Table. 2.6.6. Provisioning data management. 2.6.6.1. Material managers collaborate with the prime provisioning activity to: 2.6.6.1.1. Provide product support managers with logistics data requirements and deliverables for incorporation into end item acquisition solicitation documents. (See paragraph 2.6.7 below.) 2.6.6.1.2. Submit logistics data requirements such as Logistics Product data and Engineering Data for Provisioning according to Government Electronics and Information Technology Association Standard 0007-B (SAE GEIA-STD-0007-B (subsequent versions)), Logistics Product Data (subsequent versions), and Military Handbook 502 (MIL-HDBK-502A), Product Support

AFMCI 23-109 · para 2.2.1.3 as of 2024-02-23 · open official PDF ↗

nical documentation and engineering data for provisioning) IAW Government Electronics and Information Technology Association (GEIA) Standard 0007, Logistics Products Data, and Military Handbook (MIL-HDBK) 502, Product Support Analysis. 2.2.1.2. Indenture records are acquired from manufacturers of new end items and systems. Chapter 7 has the DID formats and procedures for establishing records from data submitted by contractors. 2.2.1.3. API data will be an integral part of any solicitation and procurement package (see Chapter 7). The records are complete indenture files in electronic form in the specified format. Some older systems did not include this data in their procurement packages; therefore, this data must be acquired or built, whichever is the most economical. If the above procedure

AFI 23-101 · para 2.9 as of 2022-08-02 · open official PDF ↗

ing it in the Life Cycle Sustainment Plan. The Life Cycle Sustainment Plan specifically addresses materiel management support. It delineates the PSM's plan for identifying, resourcing and implementing actions to acquire and repair spares, and all classes of supply to ensure the best equipment/capability is available to support the user. For additional detail, reference AFI 63-101/20-101 and AFPAM 63-128, Integrated Life Cycle Management. 2.9. AF provisioning policies. AF provisioning policies will comply with requirements in DoDM 4140.01; DoDI 5000.02, Operation of the Defense Acquisition System; DoDM 4100.39, DoDM 4140.27, Volume 1 and 2, MIL-HDBK-502, AFPD 23-1; and AFI 63-101/20-101. Refer to Chapter 1 for delegation of authority. 2.10. Participation in the WSSP. 2.10.1. AF participatio

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