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LOCATOR CROSS-REFERENCE SHEET OPNAVINST 5442.2G

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This directive is not filed in these directives binders, but maybe found at the following location:


DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVYOFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS

WASHINGTON, DC 20350-2000

IN REPLY REFER TO.. .

OPNAVINST 5442. 2GOP-515

OPNAV INSTRUCTION 5442.2G()6JUL 1992

From: Chief of Naval Operations

Subj : AIRCRAFT INVENTORY REPORTING SYSTEM (AIRS)

Ref: (a) OPNAVINST 4790.2E (NOTAL)(b) OPNAvINsT 3110 .11s (NOTAL)

Encl: (1) Aircraft Inventory Reporting System

1. Purpose. To issue reporting instructions concerning theinventory and logistics flow of Navy and Marine aircraft, and tospecify policies and procedures relating to accounting for suchaircraft.

2. Cancellation. OPNAVINST 5442.2F.

3. Effective Date. All provisions of OPNAVINST 5442.2G areeffective on 01 October 1992.

4. General. This instruction modifies the superseded reportingsystem in the following areas:

. Consolidation. The Aircraft Inventory Reporting SyStem(AIR;) has been revised, incorporating aircraft controllingcustodian, Naval Aviation Depot Operations Center, Naval AviationMaintenance Office and Naval Sea Logistics Center requirements/inputs. This edition provides aircraft reporting custodians witha single aircraft accounting directive responsive to informationrequirements at all echelons. The introduction, policy andoverview sections define requirements, administrative commandhierarchy/responsibilities, and inventory management/reportingpolicies. It also addresses security and communication.

b. Aircraft custody/status change (XRAY) reporting is fullydefined in chapter 2. XRAY examples have been added to assist inreport preparation. The aircraft record 11A!!card (OPNAV 5442/9)

remains unchanged except that the recording of Aircraft Serviceperiod Adjustment (ASPA)/Paint and Corrosion Evaluation (PACE)aircraft has been added when applicable. The aircraft accountingaudit report has been revised to conform to the XRAY format. Allreporting will now be accomplished by message. Aircraft servicelife indices (PERIOD END DATE (PED)/OPERATING SERVICE MONTHS(OSM)) will only change on OPERATING SERVICE PERIOD (OSP) revisionto reference (b), an adjustment resulting from an ASPA inspection,re-computation upon completion of a special rework processrequiring 30 days or more at the depot site (i.e. , at the NAVALAVIATION DEPOT (NADEP) or Commercial Rework Activity site) orre-computation upon completion of storage at NASC FS activities.


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5. Action. Provisions of this instruction become effective on 01July 92. Requirements for XRAYS reported by reporting custodiansto controlling custodians are specified by this instruction.XRAYS transmitted by controlling custodians to the Chief of NavalOperations (CNO) will always contain data items as specified inenclosure (l), Chapter 2.

6. Forms. The following forms may be obtained through normalsupply channels in accordance with NAVSUP P-2002D. Previouseditions of these forms may be used until exhausted.

FORM NUMBER TITLE STOCK NUMBER—

DD 250 Material Inspection & O1O2-LF-OO9-92OOReceiving Report

OPNAV 4790/19 Aircraft Logbook (Binder) O1O7-LF-77O-3385OPNAV 4790/21A Monthly Flight Summary O1O7-LF-O47-91O7OPNAV 5442/9 Aircraft Record “A” Card O1O7-LF-O54-4245OPNAV 4790/104 Aircraft Inventory Record O1O7-LF-O47-9529

Certificate and Recordof Transfer

7. Reports. OPNAV 5442-1 (MIN:CONSIDERED), Aircraft Custody/Status Change Report and OPNAV 5442-6 (MIN:CONSIDERED), AircraftAccounting Audit Reports are approved for 3 years only from thedate of this directive.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 INTRODUCTION, POLICY AND OVERVIEW

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101 Requirement for Aircraft Information102 Reportable Inventory103 Reports Required104 Designation of Aircraft Controlling

Custodians (ACC)105 Designation of Reporting Custodians106 Responsibilities of Aircraft

Controlling Custodians107 Responsibilities of Commanders Fleet

Air Wings (COMFAIR), CommandersFunctional Wing (COMWING), CommandingGenerals Marine Air Wings (CG MAW),Commanding General First MarineBrigade (CG FIRST MAR BDE) andMarine Aircraft Logistics Squadrons(MALS)

Responsibilities of ReportingCustodians

XRAY Reporting Prerogatives of AircraftControlling Custodians

Units Under Controlling Custody andOperating Control of DifferentFleets

XRAY Reporting PoliciesAddition of Aircraft to the Naval

InventoryAircraft Ferry Movement/Custody ChangeContractor Held AircraftLoan of Aircraft to the Navy and Loan

of Aircraft by the Navy to Non-NavalActivities

Service Age of AircraftAircraft Service period Adjustment/

Paint and Corrosion Evaluation(ASPA/PACE) Inspection Reporting

Retirement and Strike of Naval AircraftSecurity ClassificationUse of AUTODINMINIMIZEAdministrative Messages

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AIRCRAFT CUSTODY/5TATUS CHANGE (XRAY)REPORT , REPORT SYMBOL OPNAV 5442-1

Function of the XRAY ReportSubmission DeadlinesInservice XRAY ReportingXRAY Message Format and ContentXRAY Message Report HeadingXRAY Message Report Subject LineXRAY Data Item DescriptionOPNAV XRAY Content by Action CodeReporting Custodian Establishment,

Disestablishment, Location,Operational Status Category andFleet Assigned Code Changes

XRAY Correction ProceduresAction CodesAircraft Status Code TablePermissible Action Code/Status

Code CombinationsRequired XRAY ItemsPeriod End Date (PED) Computation ChartAircraft Strike and Damage CodesOperational Status Category CodesFleet Assigned CodesStatus Code Key

LOCAL RECORDS RELATING TO AIRS

GeneralAircraft Log Book Entries Necessary

to AIRSAircraft Record “A” Card (OPNAV 5442/9)Maintenance of the “A” CardAircraft Record “A” Card

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Message FormatAircraft Accounting Audit Report

Correction ProcedureAircraft Accounting Audit ReportAircraft Accounting Audit Report

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The Aircraft Inventory Reporting System (AIRS) has been revised,incorporating aircraft controlling custodian, Naval Aviation DepotOperations Center, Naval Aviation Maintenance Office and Naval SeaLogistics Center requirements/inputs. This edition providesaircraft reporting custodians with a single aircraft accountingdirective responsive to information requirements at all echelons.

CHAPTER 1

The introduction, policy and overview sections definerequirements, administrative command hierarchy/responsibi litiesand inventory management/reporting policies. This chapter alsoaddresses security and communications. The submission ofquarterly reports by aircraft controllir;g custodian using the ASCII format has been added to ACC responsibilities. DSDI has beenreplaced with PACE (Paint and Corrosion Evaluation), and Bailmentaircraft have been changed to “contractor held” aircraft. (Seeappendix A for definition of “Contractor Held”).

CHAPTER 2-,

Aircraft custody/status change (XRAY) reporting is fully definedand discussed in this chapter. XRAY examples have been added toassist in report preparation. Procedures for XRAY reporting ofASPA/PACE inspections has been added. Action codes G,R, & Y XRAYSwill report flying hours in period and flight hours in life in theremarks section upon receipt of an aircraft from another ACC.Status code G50 has been added for aircraft undergoing ASPA at theDepot site.

CHAPTER 3

The aircraft record “A” card (OPNAV 5442/9) remains unchangedexcept that the recording of ASPA/PACE aircraft has been addedwhen applicable.

CHAPTER 4

The aircraft accounting audit report has been revised to conformto the XRAY format. All reporting will now be accomplished bymessage.

APPENDIX A

The glossary has been updated fou changes in terminology anddefinitions.

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CHAPTER 1INTRODUCTION , POLICY AND OVERVIEW

101. Requirement For Aircraft Information

The Naval Aircraft Inventory Reporting System (AIRS) exists tosatisfy requirements of the Offices of the Secretary of Defense,the Navy Department and subordinate commands for comprehensiveinformation on Navy and Marine aircraft. The system is designedto produce current and historical data on the airc~aft inventory’slocation, status, service age and logistics flow in sufficientdepth to serve as a basis for naval aviation management, planningand budgeting processes at all command echelons. Procurement ofnew aircraft, replacement of overaged or damaged aircraft, and themanagement of unit inventories at primary aircraft authorization(PAA) levels are related to the XRAY report. The importance ofcomplete, accurate and timely reporting cannot be overemphasized.Users of this instruction should review appendix A, Glossary ofAircraft Terminology relating to AIRS.

102. Reportable Inventory—

a. The provisions of this instruction are limited to fixedand rotary wing aircraft, including sailplanes and drones(man-carrying) . Aerial targets (non–man–carrying), unmanned airvehicles (UAV) and guided missiles are excluded.

b. Aircraft become subject to AIRS upon official acceptanceor reinstatement by the Navy and remain so until finally strickenfrom the inventory.

103. Reports Required

For normal reporting requirements, reporting custodiansprep;;e and submit the Aircraft Custody/Status Chanqe (XRAY)- (via naval message) and the Aircraft Accounting Audit

- (Via routine admin/naval message) directly to the cognizantaircraft controlling custodian (ACC).

b. Special reporting requirements

(1) A single activity may have reporting custody of air-craft assigned under more than one ACC. When that occurs, theactivity will act as a separate reporting custodian (with aseparately assigned permanent unit code) for each different ACCsituation which exists.

(2) INSERVICE reporting occurs when an activity hasphysical, but not reporting, custody of an aircraft. Paragraph203 provides a detailed explanation of the responsibilitiesassigned to INSERVICE (physical but not reporting) custodians of

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O S JUL 1992104. Designation of Aircraft Controlling Custodians (ACC)

For purposes of the AIRS, and in no way altering the navaladministrative organization or other command relationships,ACCS of aircraft are as designated below:

CONTROLLING CUSTODIANS ABBREVIATIONS FOR AIRS

a. COMMANDER NAVAL AIR FORCE U.S.ATLANTIc FLEET (cOMNAvAIRLANT) LANT

b. COMMANDER NAVAL AIR FORCE U.S.PACIFIC FLEET (COMNAVAIRPAC) PAC

c. COMMANDER NAVAL AIR RESERVE FORCE(COMNAVAIRESFOR ) CNARF

d. CHIEF OF NAVAL AIR TRAINING(CNATRA) CNATRA

e. comvsANDER NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER (cOMNAvAIRWARcEN) –Code 23 is the administrative inventory reporting requirementscentral point of contact for:

(1) Aircraft assigned to NASC T&ECOMMANDER NAVAL AIR SYSTEMCOMMAND (COMNAVAIRSYSCOM) Testand Evaluation

(2) Aircraft assigned to NASC STFCOMNAVAIRSYSCOM AirStations

(3) Aircraft assigned to NASC FSCOMNAVAIRSYSCOM FleetSupport

105. Designation of Reporting Custodians

a. Reporting custodians are those units with an allowance foraircraft, an inventory of aircraft, or both. For the purposes ofAIRS a reporting custodian’s ACC is that command to which thereporting custodian is responsible for aircraft custody regardlessof physical location.

b. A detachment of a squadron becomes a reporting custodianwhen directed by the ACC or when deployed to an area substantiallyremoved from the parent squadron.

c. Detachments may be designated as reporting custodians forpurposes of reflecting inventory and activity when such activityis chargeable to secondary accounting data as in the case ofmulti-mission units.

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d. An ACC may, without prior approval of the Chief of NavalOperations (CNO), designate any unit under his control as atemporary reporting custodian.

106. Responsibilities of Aircraft Controlling Custodians (ACCS)

To monitor the performance of their reporting custodiansfor ;;porting requirements of this instruction and reference (a).

b. To forward XRAY data to CNO.

c. To forward audit data to CNO.

d. The submission of quarterly reports (31 DEC, 31 MAR, 30JUN, and 30 SEP) to CNO. This data will be transmitted either onfloppy diskette (5 1/4” low density) or via MODEM. It must be inASCII format record length of 85 characters. The data elements,which are positional dependent and their sizer are as follows:

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107. Responsibilities of Commanders Fleet Air Wings (COMFAIR)(cognizance by geographical area), Commanders Functional Wings(COMWING), (cognizance by functional area), Commanding GeneralsMarine Aircraft Wings (CGMAW), Commanding General First MarineBrigade (CG FIRST MAR BDE) and Marine Aviation Logistics Squadr(MALS)

ons

a. To monitor XRAY and Aircraft Accounting Audit Reportssubmitted by units under their cognizance to ensure accuracy andtimeliness.

b. To maintain a record of XRAYS on each aircraft within thecommand’s cognizant area to monitor AIRS information.

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(16JUL 1992c. To initiate corrective action on reporting discrepancies

related to aircraft assigned under their cognizance.

d. To instruct and direct AIRS reporting procedures withincognizant units.

108. Responsibility of Reporting Custodians

Units/activities designated as reporting custodians of aircraftare the initial source of all data required by this instruction.Reporting custodians are those Navy and Marine squadrons/units andcommercial contractors assigned custody of aircraft for purposesof flight, repair/rework or storage. From initial acceptance tofinal strike from the naval inventory, each aircraft is simultane-ously in the custody of one reporting custodian and one ACC.Reporting custodians are responsible for:

a. Submitting XRAY reports as XRAY data items change.Chapter 2 describes the XRAY report in detail.

b. Ensuring, upon transfer of an aircraft, to anotherreporting custodian, that all appropriate addressees are includedon receipt XRAY from receiving custodian (transferring ACC,FL!NCWING/TYPEWI NG) . Should the information copy of the receiptXRAY fail to arrive within 48 hours of the aircraft thetransferring unit will query the receiving activity e orother rapid communications means as to the status of g

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n to indi catethe action date, the receivi;g activ;ty, a;d the date time groupof the receipt XRAY message.

c. Maintaining record “A” cards on aircraft in reportingcustody as explained in Chapter 3.

d. Submitting aircraft accounting audit reports to ACCS.Chapter 4 describes the aircraft accounting audit report indetail.

109. XRAY Reporting Prerogatives of Aircraft Controlling+Custodians (ACCS)

ACCS are authorized to vary the mode of transmission, precedenceand/or classification of reports. Additions to the prescribedlist of addresses or remarks sections are also authorized. Noother deviations to the prescribed XRAY procedures are authorizedwithout prior written approval of CNO (OP–SIS).

110. Units Under Controlling Custody and Operational Control ofDifferent Fleets

Each XRAY will be sent action to the ACC of the reporting unit andINFO to the ACC of the fleet under whose Operational Control(OpCON) the unit is operating. Each XRAY will include the ACC ofthe aircraft in the SUBJ line.

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111. XRAY Reporting Policies

Aircraft will be held in a status code only as long as thesituation defined by the status code exists. For example,aircraft completing depot maintenance involvement for specialrework will be placed in operating status (A_) on completion ofdepot involvement. Aircraft will not be held in special reworkstatus until outstanding organizational or intermediate levelmaintenance discrepancies have been resolved. Followingparagraphs contain reporting policies and guidance on additions tothe inventory, custody change, “contractor held”, loan to and fromthe Navy, computation of service age in period and life, AircraftService period Adjustment (ASPA), Paint and Corrosion Evaluation(PACE) and the process of aircraft strike and retirement.Normally, when assigned to operating commands (i.e., LANT, PAC,CNARF, CNATRA, NASC T&E or STF), aircraft remain in operatingstatus (A ) throughout the operating service period. Adherenceto aircra~ inventory management policies and guidelines withaccurate, timely XRAY reporting is essential. Aircraft inventorystatus and distribution, as reported by XRAYS, affect managementdecisions at higher command echelons. In turn, those decisionsimpact aircraft availability and logistics support at operatingunits.

112. Addition of Aircraft to the Naval Inventory

The process of adding aircraft to the naval inventory whetherfrom new production or another service requires two steps. First,assignment of a unique Bureau Number (BUNO) to each aircraft andsecond, submission of an XRAY reporting receipt of the aircraftwith title to the Navy. CNO (OP–515) maintains and controls amaster bureau number log to ensure that a BUNO once assigned foruse will never be reused.

BUNO assignment to new production aircraft. On request ofthe ;;val Air Systems Command (AIR-1OO2), CNO (OP-515) providesblocks of consecutive six digit numbers for assignment tocontracts for each aircraft being procured. AIR-1OO2 issues theBUNOS for the contract via the Program Manager to the activitydesignated to accept the aircraft for the Navy. Acceptance of newproduction aircraft is reported by acceptance action XRAY.Aircraft procured by the Navy for other U.S. Government agenciesor Military Assistance Program (MAP)/Foreign Military Sa].es (FMS)agreements do not enter the Navy

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are assigned for production control purposes only.

b. BUNO assignment to aircraft acquired from other than newproduction will have a serial number assigned. The serial numberhowever, may duplicate a BUNO used previously by the Navy.Preliminary negotiations for addition of the aircraft to the navalinventory will include assignment of a BUNO by CNO (OP–515) to

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~4)JjL ;:?.title does not include a BUNO assignment, activities will contactCNO (OP-515) via the ACC for assignment. Acceptance of aircraftfrom sources other than new production are reported byreinstatement XRAY.

Note: Naval aircraft previously stricken from the inventory willbe reinstated using the original BUNO assigned prior to strike.

113. Aircraft Ferry Movement/Custody Change

Aircraft ferry movement is the flight or flights of an aircraftfor the exclusive purpose of aircraft transfer between reportingcustodians. The movement may involve change in reporting orphysical custody based on guidance contained in the movementdirective. Unless special provisions are made, all ready forferry aircraft will be safely flyable and configured with fullyoperable navigation equipment, instruments and safety systems.The aircraft must meet applicable Naval Air Training and OperatingProcedures Standardization (NATOPS) and Federal Aviation Agency(FAA) regulations to ensure safe flight while in day or nightInstrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC). Transoceanicdeliveries require at least one operable HF radio in the flightand any two of the following navigation systems: Inertial, Omega,Periscopic Sextant or Loran. Movement of aircraft also occurs byairlift and surface transportation. Tactical movements includingreporting custodian location change, flyaways, Type Training(TYT), Weapon Exercises (WEPEX), Carrier Qualification (CARQUAL),Weapon Tactics Instruction (WTI) or flights for ferry missionsupport (tanker, airlift) are not ferry movements. The followingParagraphs app ly to ferry crew assignments:

a. Aircraft Ferry Crew Assignment. Air type commanders, asCNO’S operational agents for the accomplishment of the Departmentof the Navy (DON) Aircraft Ferry Mission, through the functionalwing commanders/Marine air wing commanders, are authorized toassign any aircrew to ferry any DON aircraft of the type and modelfor which they are qualified. Functional wing commanders havefirst right of refusal for ferry flights and ferry crewassignments on all new or reworked aircraft delivery flights.Once functional wing commanders are unable or decline flights foraircraft ferry movement, Defense Plant Representative Offices(DPRO) and Naval Aviation Depot (NADEP) fleet qualified pilotsassigned to the NAVAIRSYSCOM type command will be afforded theopportunity to ferry aircraft from their facility at the typecommander’s discretion.

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b. Change in Reporting Custody for aircraft being deliveredto rework, depot level maintenance or commercial contractfacilities. Change in reporting custody will occur at thedestination if the delivering ferry crew is provided by thefunctional wing commander. If the delivering ferry crew isprovided by a NAVAIRSYSCOM type command, change in reportingcustody will occur at the ferry flight point of origin.

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0 U JllL1992c. Change in Reporting Custody for aircraft being received

from rework, depot level maintenance or commercial contractfacilities. Change in reporting custody will occur at thedestination if the delivering ferry crew is provided by aNAVAIRSYSCOM type command. If the delivering ferry crew is beingprovided by the functional wing commander, change in reportingcustody will occur at the ferry flight point of origin.

d. Ferry crews for aircraft ferry movements to and fromstorage facilities under NASC FS controlling custody will beassigned as follows:

(1) Flights to storage facilities will be flown by crewsassigned from the transferring reporting custodian with custodychange occurring at the destination.

(2) When aircraft are removed from storage facilities, thereceiving activity will provide the ferry crew. Reporting custodychanges at the ferry flight point of origin.

e. Custody change in association with airlift or surfaceshipment.

(1) ACCS other than NASC FS. For aircraft enroute over-seas via surface or airlift shipment, custody changes upon arrivalat the location of the receiving custodian. During transit, thecognizant ACC may direct transfer of the aircraft to an aviationship or unit for transportation purposes.

(2) NASC FS responsibilities. Whenever NASC FS preservesand delivers a ready for issue (RFI) aircraft aboard a ship, ortransport aircraft for overseas movement to an operating unit,reporting and controlling custody will change to the operatingunit and its ACC upon arrival at the operating unit. Conversely,reporting and controlling custody changes to the NASC FS activityupon offloading dockside in Continental United States (CONUS).Whenever aircraft in the controlling/reporting custody of NASC FSactivities outside of CONUS are moved to CONUS for additional workby a CONUS NADEP, controlling custody shall remain with NASC FS.

(3) ACC exceptions. Where aircraft undergoing ferrymovement overseas would result in NASC FS having controllingcustody but an operating command (LANT or PAC) desires custodyduring movement, the following is authorized: The ACC (LANT orPAC) may, via movement directive, specify initial transfer to areporting custodian in CONUS. A second directive may then be usedto transfer the aircraft overseas.

f. Aircraft disabled during ferry movement. On notification,shorebased naval aviation activities in close geographicalproximity to the disabled aircraft will provide all possible—assistance to return the aircraft to flight status. Normally

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Q6aL 1932reporting custody will not change. If repair is beyond themaintenance capability of the activity, however, the ferry crewwill notify their reporting custodian and ACC for disposition ofthe aircraft. At the discretion of the ACC, another reportingcustodian may be designated to assume inservice reporting on theaircraft until it is returned to flight status and the ferry iscontinued.

9“ Aircraft app roved for strike will be ferried or moved tothe site of final disposition prior to strike from the navalinventory (i.e. , strike action XRAY report) as explained inparagraph 117.

114. “Contractor Held” Aircraft

In some instances contractors are prcvided aircraft under acontract with the Navy. Normally contracts are written asBailment Agreements or as Government Furnished Property (GFP) aspart of a separate contract. If there is a Defense PlantRepresentative Office (DPRO) on site, the reportinq custody willbe transferred to the DPRO. GFP, Bailment, ;r Ext;nsion o~Bailment require app roval of CNO OP–50. See definition of-‘Contractor Held” in Appendix A.

a. NASC Test & Evaluation (T&E) under COMNAVAIRWARCEN,manages aircraft provided for research, development, evaluation or ...

production testing from the Navy.

b. NASC FS under COMNAVAIRWARCEN, manages aircraft providedfor depot level rework/modification from the Navy.

c. Contractor Held aircraft are reported as “Non-StandardService Life” aircraft.

115. Loan of Aircraft to the Navy and Lean of Aircraft by theNavy to Non-Naval Activities.

ACCs/reporting custodians will not enter into loan agreements onaircraft without authority or direction of CNO (OP–50). Whenauthorized, whether the aircraft will be loaned to the Navy orloaned to a non–Navy recipient, a loan agreement will be -negotiated.

a. Loans of aircraft tc the Navy are identified in twccategories depending on the period of the loan agreement.

(1) Long Term LGanS to the Navy. Aircraft loaned to theNavy for more than 1 year will be subject to the same reportingrequirements as aircraft acquired from other services. Assignmentof a BUNO and a reinstatement action add the aircraft to the Naval.inventory. Subsequently, the aircraft will be reported as if itwere a regular Navy aircraft subject to normal XRAY reporting.

.

Upon termination of the lean agreement the aircraft is reported

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stricken and returned to the loaning organization. Reportedinformation provides logistics support for aircraft operations andhistory of custody and service life while in Navy custody.

(2) Short Term Loans to the Navy. Aircraft loaned to theNavy in support of test and evaluation projects or related specialtraining cf 1 year or less will enter the naval inventory in thesame manner as long term loan aircraft (13UN0 assignment andreinstatement action). Short term loan aircraft will be reportedin status codes “u50”, “u60” or “U70” as appropriate (refer toTable 2-2). No other XRAY reports are required until terminationof the loan agreement. The aircraft is then stricken and returnedto the loaning organization.

b. When naval aircraft are on loan to non-naval activities,COMNAVAIRSYSCOM (AIR-4121) has a responsibility for bothmaintaining records and acting as the reporting custodian. Whenthe physical transfer to the non–naval recipient actually occurs,the receiving activity will advise COMNAVAIRSYSCOM (AIR-4121)via letter of the date of transfer, model and BUNO, name andaddress of recipient, and include copies of the contractualagreement. The letter shall also provide references to allauthorizing directives. Upon receipt of the letter,COMNAVAIRSYSCOM (AIR-4121) will prepare the XRAY report receivingthe aircraft into NASC FS controlling custody in the appropriateloan status code and submit to COMNAVAIRWARCEN (Code 23), ensuringthe transferring reporting custodian, its functional wing and theACC are information addressees.

116. Service Age Of Aircraft

The service age of aircraft is reflected by the content of theperiod number, period end date (PED), number of extensions (EXT),if applicable, and operating service months (OSM); XRAY items G,H, I, and M respectively. The relationship and accurate reportingof period number, PED, EXT, and OSM cannot be overemphasized.Information reported in these items provides a picture of aircraftservice life position, forecasts month and year of the nextstandard depot level maintenance requirement, and enablesforecasts of aircraft retirement dates. XRAY items G, H, I, and Mare computed using planning factors contained in reference (b) andthe operating service life (OSL) expended as recorded in theMonthly Flight Summary section (OPNAV 4790/21A) of the aircraftlogbook. The OSL listed in reference (b) represents the totaloperating service months the aircraft can be expected to servebefore retirement.

Period number indicates the current operating serviceperi~il (OSP). OSP is the aircraft operating time betweenrequirements for standard depot level maintenance (SDLM). For

— aircraft in SDLM, the period number indicates the OSP in which itlast served. Period numbers change only on start (vice

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@(1JbL ?:::completion) of an OSP. The rllrrent period number can bedetermined from the Monthly Flight Summary section (OPNAV4790/21A) of the aircraft logbook.

b. PED always reflects the end (i.e., month and year) of theperiod number reported in item G. Computation of PED occurs onCommencement of OSP (“G” or “H” action XRAY). PED once computed—— ----will only change on an OSP revision to reference (b), anadjustment resulting from an ASPA inspection, re–computation uponcomp Ietion of a special rework process requiring 30 days or moreat the depot site (that is, at the NADEP or Commercial ReworkActivity site), or rNASC 1depot

‘e–computation upon completion of storage atFS activities. Please note that days aircraft is at thesite are not accumulative. Each occurrence is separate.

Reference (b) contains the length of OSP (in months). Todetermine the reportable PED add the OSP (in months) to the periodcommencement month and year. Always count as no month the monthof commencement and 1 month the month of period termination. ThePED computation chart (Table 2–5) is provided to assist in thecomputation of PED. Re–computation after special rework of 30days or more (that is, from date of arrival at depot site to dateof departure from depot site) at the depot site or after storageat NASC FS activities is accomplished as follows:

(1) Recomputation of PED is done on a month-to-monthbasis, counting months the same way they are counted for initialcomputation of PED. The month the aircraft arrives at the depotsite for special rework, or NASC FS custody for storage, iscounted as no month, and the month the aircraft leaves the depotsite (provided aircraft was physically located at depot site for30 days or more) or NASC FS custody counts as 1 month. The PED isadjusted accordingly. For example, if an aircraft arrives atNADEP Norfolk for special rework on 27 Feb 1992, and leaves on05 NOV 1992, the PED will be changed 9 months. “EXCEPTION:Should an aircraft arrive at the depot site on the first day of a31-day month, and leave the depot site on the thirty first day,PED will not change even though aircraft was at depot site for 30days. “

c. Extension number reports an extension to operating serviceperiod beyond PED. Reference (b) provides guidelines whichauthorize extensions for aircraft not subject to the AircraftService Period Adjustment (ASPA) program. When authorized,extensions are granted for a 3 month period. No adjustment of PEDor OSM occurs on extension. On termination of the operatingservice period (“E” or “F” action XRAY) PED and OSM are adjustedto include the months the aircraft served on extension.

d. OSM reports the total operating service months as of thePED reported in item H on aircraft proceeding through standardservice life.

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e. Aircraft not sllhj~rt to planning fartnrs rnnt.ained inreference (b) will report period, PED and OSM as zeroes exceptStrike XRAY (status code “s”), in which PED will reflect monthyear of action date and OSM will reflect number of operationalmonths as of PED.

forand

117. Aircraft Service Period Adjustment/Paint and CorrosionEvaluation (ASPA/PACE) Inspection Reporting

Under normal circumstances, four XRAY transactions are requiredconcerning each ASPA/PACE inspection. All transactions arenormally “x” action code, and last four digits are always “0000”for ASPA aircraft or Planned Inspection Date (MMYY) for PACEaircraft.

a. Scheduling of inspection. Once an inspection date hasbeen finalized, submit XRAY transaction reporting data element “L”in accordance with paragraph 207 1 (first two digits 11 for firstinspection, 21 for second, 31 for third, etc.). Status code willreflect actual status of aircraft on action date of transaction.

b. Commencement of inspection. When preparation forinspection begins, submit XRAY transaction reporting status of“A-1” and data element “L” in accordance with paragraph 207 1(first two digits 10 for first inspection, 20 for second, 30 forthird, etc.).

(1) If inspection is being performed at depot site, aninservice XRAY should be submitted placing aircraft in G50 statusand reporting item “L” in accordance with paragraph 207 1 (firsttwo digits 10 for first inspection, 20 for second, 30 for third,etc.).

(2) If aircraft is undergoing special rework modern–ization/modification and ASPA inspection is performed whileaircraft is still in G41 status, submit XRAY to change dataelement “L” in accordance with paragraph 207 1 (first two digits10 for first inspection, 20 for second, 30 for third, etc.).Status will remain G41 until modernization/modification iscomplete.

c. Completion of Inspection. When reassembly is completedafter inspection, submit XRAY changing status to “A-O” or otherappropriate status, stating in remarks section that ASPA or PACEinspection is complete, awaiting notification of results.

d. Results Received. When notification has been receivedfrom ACC of deferral/non-deferral, submit XRAY reporting results,citing ACC authorization:

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06JULIWZ(1) Deferral recommended: Report applicable status code,

adjusted PED/OSM (for ASPA aircraft), and change data element “L”in accordance with paragraph 207 1 (first two digits 91 for firstinspection, 92 for second, 93 for third, etc.). Planned InspectionDate (PID) will be adjusted for PACE aircraft. Please note thatASPA inspection must be performed within the window (6 monthsprior to PED, including PED month as delineated below) in order toget full ASPA deferral. If inspection is performed prior towindow, deferral will be one month less for each month inspectionperformed early. For instance, with a PED of 1293, the ASPAwindow is 070193 through 123193. If ASPA inspection wereperformed in 0693, deferral would be 11 months; if it wereperformed in 0593, deferral would be 10 months, etc.

(2) Deferral not recommended: Report applicable statuscode, and change element “L” in accordance with paragraph 207 1(first two digits 19 for first inspection, 29 for second, 39 forthird, etc.). If deferral is not recommended with immediateperiod termination recommended, be sure to submit “X” action codeXRAY reporting item “L” with non–SDLM status prior to submitting“E” action code XRAY transaction.

118. Retirement And Strike Of Naval Aircraft

The following excerpt is quoted from SECNAV Instruction S440.4(NOTAL), “No aircraft of the United States Navy may be strickenwithout the direct authorization of the Secretary of the Navy,except for aircraft lost or irreparably damaged through accident,those aircraft may be stricken by proper authority, followed bynotification to the Secretary of the Navy. The Chief of NavalOperations will semiannually submit for approval a proposed listof aircraft strikings. Unplanned striking requests will besubmitted on a case–by–case basis.” When authorized by Secretaryof the Navy (SECNAV), CNO (OP–50) issues the “Semiannual AircraftStrike Authorization” to ACCS, Naval Aviation Depot OperationsCenter (NADOC), NADEPs, Aviation Supply Office (ASO) and Naval AirSystems Command Detachment Field Service Office (NAVAIR DET/FSO).

a. When authorized, the strike action is initiated bysubmission of a strike XRAY and completed by inclusion in the CNOproduced strike listing. Each strike XRAY must reference theauthority in “REMARKS.” When stricken, aircraft are no longersubject to the reporting requirements of this instruction unlessreinstated at a later date. Until disposal action is completedhowever, reporting custodians will maintain records sufficient toreport model designation, BUNO, date of strike and strike code.Aircraft strike and damage codes are listed in Table 2-6. Thestrike procedure first involves a determination that an aircraftis eligible for strike. The activity making the determinationrequests disposition authorization, with justification andparticulars, via the chain of command. The aircraft is reported

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in the applicable “awaiting decision to strike” status code. Whenauthorization is received, the aircraft is reported in the“awaiting strike” status code (except CAT 1 strike) followed bythe strike XRAY when stricken. When required, aircraft approvedfor strike will be ferried or moved to the site of finaldisposition prior to strike from the naval inventory. Aircraft inany of the “Retirement and Strike” status codes (less 1S0, 2S0,3s0, 4s0) are considered “retired”. If authorization is notgranted and an aircraft is to be retained in the inventory, thereporting custodian shall reverse the retirement by reporting theaircraft in the appropriate status code. Reinstatement ofpreviously stricken aircraft is accomplished by “Y” action XRAY.

b. Categories of strike. There are four categories in whichto declare a strike and one category to report repairable damage.Each involves a different administrative procedure. Thecategories are:

Category 1 - Loss or damage to the extent that(Damage) restoration is uneconomical or militarily

impractical.

Category 2 - Depreciation caused by time and usage to(Depreciation) the extent restoration is uneconomical or

militarily impractical.

Category 3 - Administrative decision.(Administrative)

Category 4 - Completion of standard service life as(Completed defined (for each model) by reference (b).Service Life)

Category 5 - Repair is both economical and practical, aircraft(Repairable remains in the naval inventory.

.

Damage )

c. Selection of strike category. The following rule willapply when aircraft are eligible for strike in more than onecategory. Category 1 will be stricken Category 1 regardless ofeligibility for other categories. Aircraft eligible in Category 4and also eligible in Category 2 and/or 3 will be stricken Category4. If eligible in both Categories 2 and 3, strike the aircraft inCategory 2.

(1) Procedure for Category 1 (Strike Damage). Each ACC hasthe authority to declare an aircraft eligible for Category 1strike. If an aircraft is lost (not recovered) or destroyed, thereporting custodian will immediately report the strike in Category1 via XRAY. If the damage incurred is of lesser degree but stillsuch that the reporting custodian believes the aircraft eligible

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06JuL199Zfor Category 1 strike, the ACC will be advised and a planningestimate (P&E) requested. When the evaluation is completed, the L

ACC will determine the eligibility. A positive determination ofeligibility constitutes both the authority and direction to strikethe aircraft. The XRAY report of strike shall contain action code“S”, status code 1S0 and an appropriate strike code in item J.Items H and M of XRAYS reporting Category 1 strike will reflectmonth and year of strike and actual accumulation of OSM at time ofstrike. If a planning estimate is requested, the aircraft will bereported using action code “X” and status YOO. A report into YOOstatus also requires that a tentative strike code be entered inthe aircraft logbook. If the evaluation results in a decision torestore the aircraft, the reporting custodian will submit an XRAYreport in the appropriate status. Strike XRAYS representingaircraft “lost” or “destroyed” will include reference to OPNAVINST5442.2G in the remarks section of the report as authority. Al 1other Category 1 strike actions will reference the specificauthorizing directive.

(2) Procedure for Category 2 strike (Depreciation). NASCFS may declare an aircraft eligible for Category 2 strike. Air–craft depreciated to the extent that strike eligibility issuspected will normally be transferred to NASC FS custody prior toevaluation. If transfer is impractical, the operating commandwill request evaluation as specified for Category 1.P&E evaluation will report results of each evaluation to thecognizant ACC. Requests for strike will be submitted via thechain of command for SECNAV approval with strike authorizationsissued in the CNO “Semiannual Aircraft Strike Authorization. ”Aircraft “Awaiting Decision To Strike” are reported using “X”action XRAY and status code “PBO.” When the P&E evaluation iscompleted and strike is recommended, use “s20.” When authoriza–tion is granted, the Category 2 strike action is reported asaction code “S”, status code “2S0”, with the appropriate strikecode in item J.

(3) Procedure for Category 3 strike (Administrative).An aircraft will be stricken Category 3 on SECNAV authorizationissued by the CNO “Semiannual Aircraft Strike Authorization” foradministrative reasons not related to damage, depreciation orcompletion of service life. Category 3 strikes cover obsolescentor excess aircraft; aircraft intentionally destroyed (includingdrones) in test, training or battle; aircraft diverted for use inground training and aircraft transferred to foreign governments(MAPS/FMS) or other non-Navy recipients. If the strike is becauseof authorized intentional destruction the reporting custodian willimmediately report the strike by XRAY report. When strike anddisposition do not involve MAP/FMS, the aircraft will be strickenat the disposal site. Aircraft are stricken for MAP/FMS onturnover to the foreign government or as directed by CNO. XRAYSreporting Category 3 strike will contain action code “S”, statuscode “3s()” and the appropriate strike code in item J.

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~6JUL19W(4) Procedure for Category 4 strike (Completed Service

Life). Aircraft are stricken Category 4 if eligibility for strikeis due to completion of service life. Eligibility for Category 4strike is determined by NASC FS activities based on review of theaircraft logbook, planning factors contained in reference (b) andstructural life limits. For those eligible aircraft, dispositionrequest is made via the chain of command for SECNAV authorizationfor strike. On approval, the aircraft will be reported strickenCategory 4, action code “S”, status code “4sO” and the appropriatestrike code in item J.

119. Security Classification

Generally all detailed reports required of reporting custodiansand ACCS may be treated as UNCLASSIFIED material. At higherlevel, summarizations of the information which would revealembarked or deployed fleet aircraft assets or utilization aretreated as CONFIDENTIAL (Declassify 6 months after origination).OPNAVINST C5513.2B (NOTAL) delineates classification guidance. Itshould be noted that OPNAVINST C5513.2B (NOTAL) is guidance anddoes not attempt to spell out classification in all instances.Generally, the topics of OPNAVINST c5513.2B (NOTAL) calling for aCONFIDENTIAL classification require protection as release wouldprovide a foreign nation with an insight into the war potential ofaviation assets. Short–term protection only is required since thestatus of aircraft is subject to continuous change.

—120. Use of AUTODIN

CNO has authorized use of the AUTODIN network to transmitinformation required by this instruction subject to theconcurrence of the respective fleet commanders (FLTCINC) orCommander in Chief U.S. Naval Forces, Europe (CINCUSNAVEUR).Units deployed to or stationed in the Indian Ocean, WesternPacific, Eastern Atlantic and the Mediterranean areas areauthorized to use AUTODIN for transmitting AIRS data to ACCS andNaval Sea Logistics Center (NAVSEALOGCEN).

121. MINIMIZE

For the purpose of reducing message traffic to a minimum (whetheror not MINIMIZE is imposed) , later paragraphs specify use of mailvice naval message except as necessary to meet deadlines. UnderNTP-3(H) all message transmission reports required by thisdirective meet the justification for electrical transmissionduring MINIMIZE. Accordingly, during MINIMIZE, the words“MINIMIZE CONSIDERED” will be placed in the special instruc–tion block on the message form. Additionally, all narrativemessages transmitted during MINIMIZE will include as the lastsentence “Released by” followed by the rank/grade and name of thereleaser.

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O 6 JUL 19M122. Administrative Messages

For the purpose of reducing message traffic to a minimum duringcrises or exercise periods when communications overloads exist,Fleet CINCS may remove administrative (ADMIN) message traffic fromfleet broadcasts. The Aircraft/Status Change Report (OPNAV 5442-1) is operational. The Aircraft Accounting Audit Report (OPNAV5442-6) is administrative.

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a. Activities using the Joint Message Form (DD–173) will enter“ADMIN” in the “Message Handling Instructions” block for AircraftAccounting Audit Reports.

b. Activities using other than the DD-173 will clearlyannotate the word “ADMIN” at the top of the signed message formfor Aircraft Accounting Audit Reports.

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O 6 JUL 1932CHAPTER 2

AIRcRAFT CUSTODY/STATU5 CHANGE (XRAY) REPORTREPORT SYMBOL OPNAV 5442-1

201. Function of the XRAY Report—

The XRAY report is designed to record aircraft custody, status andservice life factor changes which impact aircraft inventorymanagement. The XRAY is the means of recording those changes fromacceptance of the aircraft into the Naval inventory until theaircraft is stricken from the inventory. Paragraph 109 explainsACC prerogatives for varying the following XRAY reportingprocedures. Timely and accurate reporting is essential foreffective management. Reporting custodians will maintain XRAYfiles for the current and 3 previous years.

202. Submission Deadlines

Category 1 strike XRAYS must be submitted as of 2400 on the day ofoccurrence. All outstanding XRAY corrections and other XRAYtransactions occurring between 0001 and 2400 hours on a given daymust be reported prior to 1200 hours the next working day. Thedate of action reported on the XRAY will reflect the date thetransaction occurred regardless of the date the XRAY report is

.. actually transmitted. Aircraft will be held in a status only aslong as the situation defined by the status code exists. Onlycorrection XRAYS and change of location XRAYS require separatemessages. All other XRAY transactions reported on the same daywill be sent on one message regardless of action date or BUNO.

203. Inservice XRAY Report=

InService XRAY reporting situations occur when an aircraft is inthe physical custody of an activity which is not the reportingcustodian of the aircraft. The most common situations occur whenaircraft are in process of standard or special rework at a NADEPor commercial contract facility and reporting custody of theaircraft remains with the operating unit. The inservice(physical) custodian is assigned responsibility for submission ofXRAYS on those aircraft in inservice (physical) custody. Aircraftare subject to inservice reporting however, any time a unit hasphysical and not reporting custody. For example, an operatingunit deploys without its full complement of aircraft leaving partof its inventory in the physical custody of a non–deployed unit.Or, an aircraft in process of ferry becomes unflyable and is heldin physical custody while awaiting return to flyable condition andcontinuation of the ferry mission.

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O 6 JUL 1992204. XRAY Message Format and Content

Message Outline

Precedence: Routine (for CONUS activities), priority (for StrikeXRAYS and activities outside CONUS)

FROM : Name of message originator

TO: Action addressee

INFO: Information addressees

UNCLAS //N05442//

SUBJ : (Controlling Custodian) XRAY (Reportinq Custodian) (RDt.

A.B.c.D.E.F.G.H.I.J.K.L.

M.N.

o.

::R.s.T.u.v.

Ser. No.) OPNAV 5442-1.

Bureau Number (BUNO)Permanent Unit Code (PUC)Date of ActionAction CodeStatus CodeModel DesignationPeriod NumberPeriod End Date (PED)Extension Number (EXT)Strike/Damage CodeAcceptance DateAircraft Service Period Adjustment/Designated Special DepotInspections (ASPA/PACE)Operating Service Months (OSM)Estimated Rework Completion DatePermanent Unit Code (PUC) of Inservice ActivityUnit Received From/Command CodeUnassignedAV-3M Organization CodeOperational Status Category CodeFleet Assigned CodeMid-TermAircraft Location

w-Y. Unassignedz. Delete/CorrectRemarks:

Note: Paragraphs 205 through 207 provide detailed explanation ofeach element of the XRAY. All of the above elements are notrequired on each XRAY. See paragraph 208 and Table 2–4 forrequired elements by action code.

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205. XRAY Message Report Heading O 6 JUL 1992

Under NTP-3(H), all message transmission reports required by thisdirective meet the justification for electrical transmissionduring MINIMIZE. Accordingly, during MINIMIZE, the words“MINIMIZE CONSIDERED” will be placed in the special instruc-tion block on the message form. Additionally, all narrativemessages transmitted during MINIMIZE will include as the lastsentence “Released by” followed by the rank/grade and name of thereleaser.

FROM : Title of activity originating XRAY report;: TO: Appropriate ACC (COMNAVAIRLANT, COMNAVAIRPAC,

COMNAVAIRESFOR, CNATRA,COMNAVAIRSYSCOM, COMNAVAIRWARCEN)

Cognizant FuNcwING (NAVY, COMFAIRWESTPAC)

cG MAW (&;INE)c. INFO:

(1) Naval Aviation Depot Operations Center(NAVAVNDEPOTOPSCEN) and Naval Aviation Maintenance Office(NAVAVNMAINTOFF) are required information addressees on all XRAYreports.

(2) The following situations require the additionalinformation addressees indicated:

—(a). When deployed under Commander in Chief U.S.

Atlantic Fleet (CINCLANTFLT) operational control, COMNAVAIRPAC andCOMNAVAIRESFOR reporting custodians will info COMNAVAIRLANT.Conversely, COMNAVAIRLANT or COMNAVAIRESFOR reporting custodiansunder Commander in Chief U.S. Pacific Fleet (CINCPACFLT)Operational control will info COMNAVAIRPAC.

(b). When on deployment, the COMCARAIRWING to whichassigned.

(c). The appropriate CG FMF, MAG, and MALS onaircraft assigned to Marine Corps reporting custodians.

(d). Info CNO and NAVSEALOGCEN when reportingacceptance (action code A), reinstatement or strike of any Navy orMarine Corps aircraft, or correction of an XRAY report.

(e). Info COMNAVAIRSYSCOM (AIR 4121) when reportingstrike of any aircraft.

(f). Commandant of the Marine Corp (CMC) whenreporting strike of Marine Corps aircraft.

(g). CNO, (code 515) and NAVSEALOGCEN, (code 611)when reporting unit change of location, change of operationalstatus category, change of fleet assignments, establishment ordisestablishment.

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O 6 JUL IW2(h). Commander Fleet Air Western Pacific

(COMFAIRWESTPAC) when assigned in the Western Pacific (WESTPAC)geographical area.

(i). Commander Fleet Air Mediterranean (COMFAIRMED)when assigned in the Mediterranean geographical area.

(j). When reporting receipt (action code F) or gain(action code G) of

1.—

2.—received.

3.applicable). –

4.—received.

5.applicable). –

an aircraft:

ACC from which aircraft received.

FUNCWING/TYPEWING from which aircraft

COMFAIR from which aircraft received (if

Reporting custodian from which aircraft

CG MAW from which aircraft received (if

6. Marine Aircraft Logistics Squadron (MALS) fromwhich aircraft r~ceived (if applicable).

(k). Inservice XRAYS will include the reportingcustodian of the aircraft.

(l). When COMNAVAIRSYSCOM is reporting loan of anaircraft to a non–naval activity:

1.—

2.—received.

3.applicable). –

4.—received.

5.applicable). –

6.applicable). –

ACC from which aircraft received.

FUNCWING/TYPEWING from which aircraft

COMFAIR from, which aircraft received (if

Reporting custodian from which aircraft

CG MAW from which aircraft received (if

MALS from which aircraft received (if

Note : CINCLANTFLT, CINCPACFLT, CINCUSNAVEUR, COMNAVRESFOR andChief of Naval Education and Training (CNET) are not addressees onXRAY reports.

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206. XRAY Message Report Subject Line

The XRAY subject line will always contain the following five itemsof information:

a. Abbreviated title of the ACC of the aircraft beingreported (e.g., LANT, PAC, CNARF, CNATRA, NASC T&E, NASC STF orNASC FS).

b. XRAY .

c. The unit designation of the reporting custodian of theaircraft (e.g., VF-1, VFA–131, VMA(AW)-224 or HMM-161).

d. Serial number. XRAY reports will be serialized andsubmitted in sequence. Serial numbers will be three digits,starting with 001 for the first message date-time-group of the newcalendar year, regardless of the XRAY date of action, and runningthrough 999. If 999 is reached prior to the end of the calendaryear, the series will recommence with serial number 001.Reporting custodians with aircraft under more than one permanentunit code (PUC) will maintain a separate serial number series foreach PUC. Detachments which disestablish and re–establish withinthe same calendar year will report the next serial number, notrecommence with serial 001. Do not assign serial numbers out ofsequence. If a serial number is not used, notify the ACC of theomission by naval message. NADEPS and commercial reworkactivities reporting XRAYS will use a separate serial numberseries for each ACC.

e. OPNAV 5442-1

NOTE: A correction XRAY will require the word “CORRECTION” in thesubject line and will use the same serial number as XRAY in error.

207. XRAY Data Item Description

a.A- Bureau Number (BUNO). Enter the six digit BUNO of theaircraft being reported.

b. B -- Permanent Unit Code (PUC). Enter the six digit codeassigned to the reporting custodian of the aircraft beingreported.

Note: Units operating aircraft under more than one ACC will beassigned a PUC for each ACC/reporting custodian situation. ThePUC corresponding to the aircraft being reported must be carefullyselected. Occasionally training exercises will cause fabricatedXRAY transactions to be generated to simulate the exercisescenario. To prevent processing of such transactions by ACCS, theword “EXERCISE” will be entered in this data item. Exercise XRAYS.—will not be entered on the aircraft record “A” card and are notsubject to aircraft accounting audit reporting.

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c* c - Date of Action. Enter the month, day and year of theactual occurrence of the transaction being reported using a sixdigit date (e.g., 062692 for 26 June 1992).

d. D - Action Code. Enter the action code from Table 2-1which best describes the transaction being reported.

e.E- Status Code. Report the complete three digit statuscode that best describes the status of the aircraft. Table 2-2lists all status codes applicable to XRAY transactions. Table 2-3lists acceptable action code/status code combinations.

f.l?- Model Designation. Report the complete modeldesignation, including the dash, of the aircraft being reported(e.9., FA-18C, F-14A, EA-6B, CH-53E, etc.). Note: Do not addslashes or plus signs to model designations (e.g., F/A–18c will bereported as FA-18c.

g“ G - Period Number. XRAYS submitted on aircraft undergoinga standard service life, i.e., those listed in reference (b) assubject to Standard Depot Level Maintenance (SDLM), Standard DepotLevel Maintenance/Crash Damage (SDLM/CRDAM), Standard Depot LevelMaintenance/Conversion in Lieu of Procurement (SDLM/CILOP) and AirWorthiness Inspection (AWI), will reflect a period number whichrepresents the period in which the aircraft is serving or lastserved. If not currently in operating status the period numberwill change only when the aircraft commences a new operatingservice period following standard rework or delivery from newproduction. The period is reported as a 3 digit number which willinclude high order position zeroes (e.g. , express operatingservice period number three as “003”). Paragraph 116 containsinstructions on the identification of period number. EXCEPTIONS:XRAYS submitted on new production (those aircraft awaiting firstdelivery to an operating command), aircraft which are not subjectto SDLM (e.g., FA-18A, FA-18B, FA-18C, FA-18D, AV-8B and TAV-8B)and those aircraft in the “non-standard service life” categorieslisted below will always be reported as “000” in item G.Non-standard service life aircraft include:

(1) Aircraft models listed in reference (b) not subject tooperating service period criteria.

(2) Aircraft in contractor held or loaned status.

(3) Drone and experimental models (i.e., “Q” and “x” modeldesignation prefixes).

h.H- Period End Date (PED). Enter the month and year thecurrent operating service period reported in item G is projectedto be completed or was completed. PED is projected based on thepeacetime planning factors, or number of operating service monthsand/or flight hours specified in reference (b). To determine the

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PED, add the OSP for the model designation contained in reference(b) to the month and year the period commenced. Do not count themonth the period commences but do count the month the periodterminates. The PED computation chart (Table 2-5) is provided toassist in computation of PED. Express PED as a four digit number(e.g., January 1990 as “0190,” June 1993 as “0693”). ASPAdeferrals adjust the current PED month and year by the number ofmonths deferred. For those aircraft granted extensions underreference (b), PED remains unchanged until completion of theextended operating service period at which time PED is adjusted tocorrespond to the month and year of period termination.EXCEPTIONS: The PED entry for new production, stricken, non-standard service life, contractor held and aircraft received intoNASC FS custody will be as follows:

(1) Upon acceptance of new production aircraft, report themonth and year of acceptance until the delivery process iscompleted and the aircraft is placed in operating, “contractorheld” or loan status.

(2) For stricken aircraft regardless of strike category,report month and year of strike action.

(3) For non-standard service life aircraft, report PED as“0000” (e.g., “Q” and “x” prefix model designations, aircraft onloan).

(4) For Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E)aircraft idle over 30 days due to projects, submit waiver requeststo COMNAVAIRWARCEN code 23 for authorization to adjust PED basedon the unused portion of the operating period.

(5) Aircraft received into NASC FS controlling custody forthe purpose of storage will have PED reported as month and year ofthe receipt action (action codes “R” or “F”).

(6) Those aircraft whose depot maintenance requirements aresatisfied by special rework and are not subject to SDLM willreport PED as “0000” (e.g., FA-18A, FA-18B, FA-18C, FA-18D, AV-8Band TAV-8B) except on “S” action XRAYS, when PED will reflectmonth and year of action date. Aircraft in “Contractor held” orLoaned status will be reported as “0000”.

(7) Those aircraft resuming an operating service periodafter special rework accomplished at the depot site (involving 30days or more of physical custody), or storage at NASC FSactivities, will compute PED based on the unused portion of theoperating service period in which the aircraft was serving uponarrival for special rework or storage. PED will change the numberof months the aircraft was in storage or physically located at thedepot site for special rework (unless aircraft was physicallylocated at depot site for less than 30 days (date of arrival for

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06Ju~py&special rework counts as no day and date of departure counts asone day)). The month of arrival at depot site for special reworkor NASC FS site for storage counts as no month and the month ofdeparture counts as one month. EXCEFTION: If an aircraft arrivesat depot site on the first day of a 31–day month, and leaves onthe thirty-first day, the PED-is not chan~ed even though days atdepot site are 30, since month has not changed. Please note thatdays at depot site are not accumulative. Each occurrence isseparate.

i.l- Extension Number (EXT). Under reference (b),extensions of operating service period are authorized only foraircraft not subject to the ASPA or PACE

——programs. When

authorized, enter the two digit number of the extension (e.g.,01,02, etc). Initiation of an extension will require an XRAYreport using action code “X”, EXT “01”, even though no otherreportable change occurred. Extension will commence on the firstday of the month following the expiration of the PED reported initem H. Report of extension does not alter PED. Extension is not

=rted on XRAYs relatin9 tO aircraft in SDLM~ NASC FS custodyrin prccess of strike or in non–standard service life situations.

j. J - Strike/Damage Code. The strike or damage codeselected from Table 2–6 describes the strike or damaqe situation.Item J will be reported on all strike transactions regardless ofstrike category. For aircraft sustaining lesser damage andsubject to depot maintenance, either SDLM/Crash Damage or specialrework repair, item J will be reported with the appropriate damagecode. The damage code will be reported only on the XRAY initiallyreporting the aircraft in the appropriate SDLM/Crash Damage orSpecial Rework Repair status (i.e., F30, FCO, E3 , EC , D30, 1{30,HCO, 130, ICO, G30 or A 2).

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k. K - Acceptance Date. The XRAY report will include item Konly on acceptance into the Naval inventory, reinstatement orreceipt of an aircraft from another ACC. Express acceptance date(month, day, year) as a six digit number (e.g., 14 December 1991as “121491”). Report the date the Navy originally accepted theaircraft. The acceptance date for new production aircraft isrecorded on the “Material Inspection and Receiving Report”(DD-250) or, for aircraft which have been in service, the“Aircraft Inventory Logbook” (old DD-780, canceled 31 Aug 1982,replaced by OPNAV 4790/19). Typically, the acceptance date isrecorded as the first entry with signature on the “.~ircraftInventory Record” (DD-780-3) page or the “Aircraft InventoryRecord Certification and Record of Transfer” (OPNAV 4790/104). Inthe case of reinstatement of a previously stricken aircraft Grreceipt of a used aircraft from another service or source, referto the accompanying aircraft logbook or records and report thedate of original acceptance. If a record of acceptance date isunavailable, report date of receipt by the Navy. EXCEPTION:NAVAIR FS.

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1 L - Aircraft Service Period Adjustment/Paint And CorrosionEval~~tion (ASPA/PACE)

(1) ASPA evaluates the material condition of aircraft at ornear PED for eligibility to operate beyond the operating serviceperiod prescribed in reference (b). Decisions to defer standardrework require adjustment of PED/OSM. Decisions not to defer

standard rework require termination of operating service periodand induction into standard rework.

(2) Paint and Corrosion Evaluation (PACE). The PACEprogram was developed to meet the specific needs of the F/A-18series aircraft. For lot 10 and subsequent aircraft, an OSP, hasbeen established of 48 months. At the end of the OSP, a PACE willbe performed within a window, 6 months prior to or 90 days afterthe Planned Inspection Date (PID). Aircraft passing PACE willreceive a 12 month adjustment to the PID. Aircraft lot 9 andprior will be inducted into the PACE program and begin a 48 monthOSP once they have completed the Modification, Corrosion and PaintProgram (MCAPP). Aircraft failing PACE may fly to 90 days afterthe PID, at which time the aircraft shall be grounded untilcompletion of MCAPP.

(3) Item L is used for reporting ASPA or PACE position andscheduled inspection dates on aircraft in depot level inspectionprograms.

(a) The first two positions of item L (XXOOOO)indicate the ASPA/PACE increment (first, second~ etc. inspectionrefers to number of ASPA/PACE inspections since last SDLM/MCAPP orsince new if aircraft has not yet undergone SDLM/MCAPP) and aredetermined in accordance with the following table (the last fourDositions are alwavs reported as “0000” for ASPA aircraft or as~he month and year-of PiD for PACE aircraft).

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First Second Third Subsequent

Inspection Inspection Inspection inspection

ScheduledforASPA/PACEHave not reached theinspection process

11 21 31 -1

in-processofASPA/PACEAircraft preparation,inspection, reassembly, ACC 10 20 30 .0action (deferral or non-deferral)

ASPAIPACE InspectionNon-Deferrai 19 29 39 -9

ASPA/PACEinspectionDeferrai 91 92 93 9-

● For subsequentinspections, use the number of theinspection in the biank position (e.g., 5 for fifth,6 for sixth).

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06JuLM2(4) Once an aircraft is reported in the ASPA program, data

will be reflected in item L of all XRAYS requiring reporting ofthis item until termination of the aircraft’s operating serviceperiod. Aircraft under the PACE program will always reflect datain item L of all XRAYS requiring reporting of this item as long asthe model designation remains in the program.

m.M- Operating Service Months (OSM). Report a three digitnumeric entry in item M as follows:

(1) Report the total accumulation of OSM as of the end ofthe month and year reported in item H (PED) for aircraftundergoing a standard service life. Since PED normally representsa future date for aircraft currently serving in an operatingperiod, the OSM will represent the expected accumulation ofoperating service months when the PED is reached.

(2) OSM will be reported as “000” for XRAYS submitted onaircraft in the non–standard service life categories listed below:

(a) Aircraft models listed in reference (b) as notsubject to operating service period criteria (e.g., FA–18A, AV-8B,TAV-8B). EXCEPTION: If aircraft is stricken, OSM as of strikemonth and year will be reported.

(b) Aircraft in “contractor held’’/loan status.

(c) Drone and experimental models (i.e. ,”Q” and “X”model designation prefixes).

(d) New production aircraft awaiting first delivery toan operating command.

(3) OSM for ASPA deferral aircraft will be predicted byincreasing the currently reported OSM by the number of monthsdeferred in conjunction with item H.

n. N - Estimated Rework Completion Date. This item will beincluded only on those XRAYS which show an aircraft as undergoinga standard or special rework process (status codes A 2, D orG ). It will be omitted from all other XRAYS. The–date<eportedw~l indicate the estimated completion date of the rework(including test flight, however, aircraft will be removed fromspecial rework status on completion) . If the most recentlyreported rework completion date changes by 2 or more days, an XRAYwill be submitted to report the revised estimate. Report thisdate as MMDDYY (e.g., 11 June 1991 as “061191”).

o. 0 – Permanent Unit Code (PUC) of the Inservice Activity.This item is required on inservice XRAYS only. Report the PUC ofthe inservice (physical) custodian of the aircraft.B).

(See appendix

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O 6 JUL 1992P“ p - Unit Received From/Command Code. This item is

reported only on XRAYS reporting receipt of aircraft (Action codesF, G, RorY). Report the unit designation of the reportingcustodian from which the aircraft was received and the two digitcommand code of the activity (e.g., VF–11/10, HMM-162/11,VFA-125/20, VP–60/30 or NADEP North Island/70).

Command Codes:

LANT NAVY 10LANT MARINE 11PAC NAVY 20PAC MARINE 21CNARF NAVY 30CNARF MARINE 31CNATRA 40NASC T&E 50NASC STF 60NASC FS 70Miscellaneous 90

q“ Q - Unassigned.

r. R - AV-3M Organization Code. Report the reportingcustodian’s AV-3M organization code only on XRAYS reporting unitestablishment, disestablishment, location change, operationalstatus category code change or fleet assigned code change.

s. s - Operational Status Category Code . Operational statuscategory code will be reported whenever a change occurs. Specificguidelines for reporting operational status category code changesare found in paragraph 209. Table 2–7 lists and defines eachoperational status category code.

t. T - Fleet Assigned Code. Item T will be reported when re-porting custodians are operationally reassigned between fleets.Changes to fleet assigned codes normally occur in conjunction withoperational status category code changes and unit locationchanges. Specific guidelines for reporting a change in fleetassignment are found in paragraph 209. Table 2–8 lists anddefines each fleet assigned code.

u. u - Mid-term. This item is reported only on aircraftentering mid-term inspection and correction of critical defects/corrosion repair. Reporting custodians, NADEPs and commercialrework facilities will report item U on aircraft enroute to mid–term in the initial inservice XRAY submitted by the reworkfacility. Item U will be reported as “Ml” for the first mid–termwithin the current operating service period (Item G). Subsequentmid-terms within the current operating service period will bereported as “M2”, “M3”, etc..

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O 6 JuL lg~4

v. v- Aircraft Location. An entry in item V is required oneach XRAY report except part 1 location change. Enter name of theship, station or facility where the aircraft is physicallylocated. Do not include activity designation or ship type andhull number (e.g., CV–62, USS, NAS, NAF, or MCAS). Report asMiramar, Cecil, Lemoore, Oceana, Rota, Sigonella, Vinson, Midway,etc.

(1) For aircraft enroute by airlift (i.e., status codesF1O through F50, 110, 130, 140, or CAO) enter destination ship,station, or facility.

(2) For aircraft enroute by surface lift transport (i.e.,status codes FAO through FEO, IAO, ICO, IDO, and CAO), report thename of the ship when aboard ship or the destination if transportis by truck.

(3) When movement of enroute aircraft has been interrupted48 hours or more, report the actual aircraft physical location.

w. W,X,Y - Unassigned.

x. z - Delete/Correct. Item Z is used for correction oferroneous XRAYS. Delete/Correct procedures are covered inparagraph 210.

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Y“ Remarks. Paragraph 208 lists specific remarks required byaction code. Do not report as unknown.

208. OPNAV XRAY Content by Action Code.

“XRAY Message Format and Content” (Paragraph 204) and “XRAY DataItem Description” (Paragraph 207) describe XRAY data items. Thefollowing examples and the matrix in Table 2-4 amplify for eachaction code: items always required; items reported only whencontent has changed from information previously reported and itemsnot reported. Examples include explanations of situations inwhich each type action code will be used, with guidance on XRAYitems in parentheses.

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a. Action Codes always associated with reporting custody and,.-if applicable, controlling custody change (action codes A, F, G, Rand Y)

(1) “A” - Acceptance action. Used to report the acceptanceof new production aircraft into the naval inventory. Acceptance

actions are normally reported only by NASC FS reportingcustodians. Use action code “Y” to report reinstatement of pre-viously stricken aircraft or aircraft acquired from otherservices.

(a)

(b)

(c)

Required XRAY items.

A. BUNOB. PucC. Date of ActionD. Action Code “A”E. Status Code (Allowable status codes: BX(), BAO

or VFO)F. Model DesignationG. Period Number (Always “000”)H. PED (Month and year of Item C)K. Acceptance DateM. OSM (Always “000”)V. Aircraft Location

Remarks: XRAY Serial Number/Date Time Group (DTG)of previous XRAY, Local Time of Acceptance,Movement Directive (ATO/Priority Assignment),other amplifying remarks as appropriate.

XRAY item reported only if error is discovered oninformation previously reported.

z. Delete/Correct

XRAY items not reported:

I. EXTJ. Strike/Damage CodeL. ASPA/PACEN. Estimated Rework Completion DateO. PUC of Inservice ActivityP. Unit Received From/Command CodeR. AV-3M Organization Codes. Operational Status CategoryT. Fleet Assigned Codeu. Mid–term

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O 6 JUL 1992(2) “F” – Receipt at the end of an operating service

period. Used only by NASC FS reporting custodians to report the -receipt of aircraft returned for Standard Rework (SDLM), storageor retirement at the end of an operating service period. Use ofaction code “F” requires adjustment of PED to the month and yearof the date of action and adjustment of OSM to reflect totaloperating service months expended in service life as of PED.If preceded by “E” action XRAY reported by operating unit prior tothe decision to change reporting custody, PED and OSM will remainunchanged.

(a) Required XRAY items.

A.B.c.D.E.

F.G.H.M.P.v.

BUNOPucDate of ActionAction Code “F”Status Code (allowable status codes: D , EF ,J ,M ,N ,W , P ,Y , S20 7s307;40o=ROO~ — — — — —Model DesignationPeriod NumberPEDOSMUnit Received From/Command CodeAircraft Location

(b)

(c)

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Remarks: XRAY serial number/DTG of previous XRAY, -Local time of custody change and movement directive(ATO/Priority Assignment), other amplifying remarksas appropriate.

XRAY items reported only when item content isdifferent than information previously reported.

J. Strike/Damage CodeN. Estimated Rework Completion Datez. Delete/Correct

XRAY items not reported.

I. EXTK. Acceptance DateL. ASPA/PACEO. PUC of Inservice Activity (required if aircraft

inservice)R. AV–3M Organization Codes. Operational Status CategoryT. Fleet Assigned Codeu. Mid–term

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O 6 JUL 1992(3) “G” - Receipt at start of operating service period.

Used by reporting custodians of LANT, PAC, CNARF, CNATRA, NASC T&Eand NASC STF to report receipt of an aircraft which is beginning(not resuming) an operating service period. The use of the “G”action code occurs on receipt of new production aircraft or air-craft returning from standard rework (SDLM) or MCAPP.


A.B.c.D.E.F.G.H.K.L.M.P.v.

BUNOPucDate of ActionAction Code “G”Status Code (Allowable status code: A_)Model DesignationPeriod NumberPEDAcceptance Date (when received from another ACC)ASPA/PACE (PACE aircraft only)OSMUnit Received From/Command CodeAircraft Location

Remarks: XRAY serial number/DTG of previous XRAY,local time of custody change and movement directive(ATO/Priority Assignment), if received from anotherACC , report flight hours in period and flight hoursin life, other amplifying remarks as appropriate.

(b) XRAY items reported only when item content isdifferent than information previously reported.

O. PUC of Inservice Activity (required if aircraftinservice) .

z. Delete/Correct

(c) XRAY items not reported.

I. EXTJ. Strike/Damage CodeN. Estimated Rework Completion DateR. AV–3M Organization CodeS. Operational Status CategoryT. Fleet Assigned CodeU. Mid-term

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O 6 JUL 1992(4) “R” – Receipt other than start or completion of

operating service period (action codes “G” or “F”). Used byreporting custodians of all ACCS.


A. BUNOB. Pucc. Date of ActionD. Action Code “R”E. Status Code (appropriate status code)F. Model DesignationG. Period NumberH. PEDI. EXT (if applicable)K. Acceptance Date (when received from another

ACC )L. ASPA/PACE (OPTIONAL NAVAIR FS)M. (.3SMP. Unit Received From/Command Codev. Aircraft LocationRemarks: XRAY serial number/DTG of previous XRAY,local time of custody change and movementdirective (ATO/Priority Assignment), if receivedfrom another ACC, report flight hours in periodand flight hours in life, other amplifying remarksas appropriate. .-.


J. Strike/Damage CodeN. Estimated Rework Completion Dateo. PUC of Inservice Activity (required if aircraft

inservice)u. Mid–termz. Delete/Correct


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R. AV–3M Organization Codes. Operational Status CategoryT. Fleet Assigned Code


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O6 JUL 1992

(5) “Y” – Reinstatement. Used only when reporting thereinstatement of a previously stricken aircraft or the addition ofa used (not new production) aircraft to the naval inventory.

(aj Required XRAY items.

A. BUNOB. PucC. Date of ActionD. Action Code “Y”E. Status Code (appropriate status code)F. Model DesignationG. Period NumberH. PEDI. EXT (if applicable)K. Acceptance Date (use original acceptance date

when known, otherwise use date of action (Itemc))

L. ASPA/PACE (OPTIONAL NAVAIR FS)M. OSMP. Unit Received From/Command Codev. Aircraft LocationRemarks: XRAY serial number/DTG of previous XRAY,local time of reinstatement and reinstatementauthority directive, if received from another WC,report flight hours in period and flight hours inlife, other amplifying remarks as appropriate.

(b) XRAY items reported only on reinstatement torestore appropriate information that existed priorto strike action.

J. Strike/Damage CodeN. Estimated Rework Completion Dateo. PUC of Inservice Activity (required if aircraft

inservice)u. Mid–termz. Delete/Correct


R. AV–3M Organization Codes. Operational Status CategoryT. Fleet Assigned Code

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b. Action codes which do not report change in reportinqcustody (action codes E, H, M, S, and x).

(1) “E” – End of operating service period. Used only byreporting custodians of LANT, PAC, CNARF, CNATRA, NASC T&E andNASC STF to report termination of an operating service period orinduction of aircraft into PACE. Use of action code “E” (exceptPACE aircraft) requires adjustment of PED to the month and year ofthe date of action and adjustment of OSM to reflect the totaloperating service months expended in service life of the aircraftas of PED. Please note: action code “E” is used onlv once toreport period termination.

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A. BUNOB. Pucc. Date of ActionD. Action Code “E”E. Status code (allowable status codes:

F ,orJ —)F. Model DesignationG. Period NumberH. PEDM. OSMV. Aircraft Location

D , E_,—

Remarks: XRAY serial number/DTG of previous XRAY,other amplifying remarks as appropriate.


J. Strike/Damage CodeL. ASPA/PACE (report when aircraft fails ASPA and

cannot be immediately inducted into SDLM)N. Estimated Rework Completion DateO. PUC of Inservice Activity (required if aircraft

inservice)z. Delete/Correct


I. EXTK. Acceptance DateP. Unit Received From/Command CodeR. AV–3M Organization Codes. Operational Status CategoryT. Fleet Assigned CodeU. Mid–term

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(2) “H” - Start of an operating service period. Used byreporting custodians of LANT, PAC, CNARF, CNATRA, NASC T&E andNASC STF to report an aircraft that has completed standard rework(SDLM) or MCAPP and is beginning (not resuming) an operatingservice period. No change in reporting or controlling custodyoccurs.


A. BUNOB. PucC. Date of ActionD. Action Code “H”E. Status Code (appropriate A status)F. Model Designation

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G. Period NumberH. PEDL. ASPA/PACE (PACE aircraft only)M. OSMV. Aircraft LocationRemarks: XRAY serial number/DTG of previous XRAY,local time of custody change and movementdirective (ATO/Priority Assignment), otheramplifying remarks as appropriate.


O. PUC of Inservice Activity (required if aircraftinservice)

z. Delete/Correct


I.J.K.N.P.R.s.T.u.

EXTStrike/Damage CodeAcceptance DateEstimated Rework Completion DateUnit Received From/Command CodeAV–3M Organization CodeOperational Status CategoryFleet Assigned CodeMid-term

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(3) “M”- Model designation change. Used to report changein model designation if the aircraft undergoes conversion becauseof depot level maintenance involvement, SDLM/CILOP (standardrework) or conversion (special rework). The new model designationwill be entered in item “F” on the first and subsequent XRAYSreporting the aircraft entering the conversion process. If themodel designation change is directed by administrative action (nodepot rework involved) retain in the status code previouslyreported.


A. BUNOB. Pucc. Date of ActionD. Action Code “M”E. Status Code (allowable status code: depot

rework, D40, or/administrative action, statuscode previously reported)

F. Model DesignationV. Aircraft LocationRemarks: XRAY serial number/DTG of previous XRAYand model designation change authority directiveif administrative model designation change.


G.H.I.J.L.M.N.o.

z.

Period NumberPE!)EXTStrike/Damage CodeASPA/PACEOSMEstimated Rework Completion DatePUC of Inservice Activity (required if aircraftinservice)Delete/Correct


K. Acceptance DateP. Unit Received From/Command CodeR. AV–3M Organization Codes. Operational Status CategoryT. Fleet Assigned Codeu. Mid–term

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(4) “s” - Strike. To be used only when reporting strike(status code 1S0, 2S0, 3s0, 4so) of an aircraft. PED will bechanged to month and year of item “c” and OSM will be changed to

reflect the total operating service months in life. Ensure CNO

(oP-515), COMNAVAIRSYSCOM (AIR-4121) and NAvsEA~OGcEN (61) areinfo addressees on XRAY.


A. BUNOB. PucC. Date of ActionD. Action Code “S”E. Status Code (only allowable status codes 1S0,

2s0, 3S0 or 4S0)F. Model DesignationG. Period NumberH. PEDJ. Strike/Damage CodeM. OSMV. Aircraft LocationRemarks: XRAY serial number/DTG of previousXRAY , local time of strike and authority forstrike, other amplifying remarks as appropriate.

(b) XRAY items reported only if error is discovered oninformation previously reported.

z. Delete/Correct


I.K.L.N.o.

P.R.s.T.u.

EXTAcceptance DateASPA/PACEEstimated Rework Completion DatePUC of InService Activity (required if aircraftinservice)Unit Received From/Command CodeAV–3M Organization CodeOperational Status CategoryFleet Assigned CodeMid–term

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(5) 11~1,– Other change. Use action code llX1!on each XRAywhere the use of action codes A, F, G, R, Y, E, H, M or S would beinappropriate. Action “X” is used by all reporting custodians.Location change, Part II “x” action XRAYS are addressed inparagraph 208b (6).

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A. BUNOB. PucC. Date of ActionD. Action Code “X”E. Status Code (as appropriate)F. Model DesignationV. Aircraft LocationRemarks: XRAY serial number/DTG of previousXRAY , other amplifying remarks as appropriate.


G.H.I.J.L.M.N.o.

u.z.

Period NumberPEDEXTStrike/Damage CodeASPA/PACEOSMEstjmated Rework Completion DatePUC of Inservice Activity (required ifaircraft inservice)Mid-termDelete/Correct


K. Acceptance DateP. Unit Received From/Command CodeR. AV–3M Organization Codes. Operational Status CategoryT. Fleet Assigned Code

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o6JUL 1992(6) ‘lX1l - Part II of location change. When reporting

location change upon embarkation or debarkation associated withextended deployments exceeding 30 days. An “X” action Xwy isrequired for each aircraft accompanying the unit location change.Location change part II XRAYS are not entered on the aircraftrecord ‘iA” card and are not subject to the aircraft accountingaudit report.

(a)

(b)

(c)

Required XRAY items.

A. BUNOB. PUC (should not change from information

previously reported).C. Date of ActionD. Action Code “X”E. Status Code (should not change from

information previously reported).F. Model Designation (should not change from

information previously reported).G. Period Number (should not change from

information previously reported).H. PED (should not change from information

previously reported).I. EXT (if applicable).L. ASPA/PACE (should not change from information

previously reported).M. OSM (should not change from information

previously reported).V. Aircraft Location

XRAY items reported only when correction isrequired. Report in accordance with paragraph210.

z. Delete/Correct

XRAY items not reported.

J. Strike/Damage CodeK. Acceptance DateN. Estimated Rework Completiono. PUC of Inservice ActivityP. Unit Received From/Command CodeR. AV–3M Organization Code (reported in Part I -

see paragraph 209f)s. Operational Status Category (reported in Part

I - see paragraph 209f)T. Fleet Assigned Code (reported in Part I – see

paragraph 209f)U. Mid–TermRemarks:

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

06 JUL 1S32209. Reporting Custodian Establishment, Disestablishment,Location, Operational Status Category and Fleet Assigned CodeChanges

-

Reporting custodian establishment, disestablishment, location,operational status category and fleet assigned code changes can bereported individually or in combination in the same XRAY report.The XRAY is required when a unit or detachment is established ordisestablished or when the commanding officer or detachmentofficer in charge, with the unit’s administrative functions, movesfrom one location to another location (e.g., shore to ship, shipto shore, ship to ship or one shore location to another shorelocation). Location change reports are submitted whefi the unitsubmits the Communication Guard Shift Message. In conjunctionwith location change, operational status category code and fleetassigned code are reported for extended deployments exceedingthirty days. Operational Status Category Code, and/or FleetAssigned Code will not change for type training (TYT), weaponsexercises (WEPEX), carrier qualifications (CARQUAL) or weaponstactics instruction (WTI). Location change is reported each timethe unit changes location for any pericd of time. The reportincludes the XRAY Subject Line, (B) PUC, (C) Date of Action, (R)AV-3M Organization Code, (S) Operational Status Category Code (ifoperational status changes) , (T) Fleet Assigned Code (if fleetassignment changes), and Remarks.

—a. Reporting custodians are established or disestablished at

the direction of the ACC. Assignment of PUC (Item B) and AV-3MOrganization Code (Item R) will be made by the ACC as part of unitactivation preparations. Once assigned, and regardless of anychanges in the reporting custodian’s mission, location, or admini–strative affiliation, PUC will never change. Reporting custodianswith custody of aircraft under multiple ACCS will have a PUCassigned for each ACC/reporting custodian situation. XRAYS re-porting establishment or disestablishment will include in remarks“Established/Disestablished (as appropriate) under (Authority/Directive) at (location). ” CNO (OP–515) manages PUC assignmentsand the Navy Management Systems Support Office (NAVMASSO, Code412) assigns AV–3M Organization Codes on ACC request.

b. Detachments are established by the ACC as reportingcustodians of aircraft. The detachments as reporting custodiansnormally exist by assignment of aircraft for operations under adetachment officer in charge. Detachment establishment authority(ACC Configuration Directive) will be cited in remarks of theestablishment XRAY report. Detachments are disestablished whenthe parent reporting custodian submits an XRAY reporting receipt(action code “R”) of the detachment’s aircraft into the parentunit’s PUC. All detachments are responsible for meeting therequirements of this directive and references. LANT and PACmaintain PUCS for detachment assignment. CNARF maintains PUCS forestablishment of reporting custodians in the event ofmobilization.

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

06JJL 192c. Operational status category code changes frequently occur

with location change and will be reported in the followingsituations (see Table 2–7):

(1) Operational Status Category A, Deployed. Upon embarka-tion on an extended deployment aboard ship or to another stationor facility outside CONUS, including Hawaii.

(2) Operational Status Category B, Work Up/Ready DutyUnits. At 90 days prior to embarkation on an extended de-ployment either aboard ship or to another station or facilityoutside CONUS, including Hawaii.

(3) Operational Status Category C, Deployable Units.Deployable units on completion of extended deployment and not yetwithin 90 days of the next extended deployment.

(4) All other units fall within fleet readiness squadrons(i.e., Readiness Units, Operational Status Category D) or non-deployable units (i.e., Other Permanent Units, Operational StatusCategory E). Activities within operational status categories Dand E rarely change.

d. Fleet assigned code changes are reported when reportingcustodians are operationally reassigned between fleets. Change offleet assigned code normally occurs in conjunction with change tounit location or operational status category code. Assignments toSixth or Seventh Fleet (code 6 or 7) for deployment will not re-port transits through Second or Third Fleet (codes 2 or 3).Reporting custodians assigned to Second or Third Fleet operationalcontrol for extended operations or major exercises (greater than30 days) will report Fleet Assigned Code as appropriate.Reporting custodians of CNARF will report fleet assigned codechanges only on assignment under fleet assigned codes 2, 3, 6 or7. Fleet assigned codes fall within the following categories (seeTable 2-8):

(1) Fleet Assigned Code 2. Reporting custodians aboardship for deployment or major exercises (greater than 30 days)under Second Fleet operational control (OPCON). Reportingcustodians on deployments or major exercises (greater than 30days) geographically located in the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Seaor South Atlantic theaters.

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(2) Fleet Assigned Code 3. Reporting custodians aboardship for deployment or major exercises (greater than 30 days)under Third Fleet OPCON. Reporting custodians on deployment ormajor exercises (greater than 30 days) geographically located inEastern or Northern Pacific, including Hawaii.

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‘6## ?!!&+ Ass~gn?d Cn~P 6. R~pnrtinq rl]stodians aboardship under Sixth Fleet OPCON. Reporting custodians on extendeddeployment (greater than 30 days) geographically located in theMediterranean or North Atlantic theaters, excluding forwarddeployed (homeported) units.

(4) Fleet Assigned Code 7. Reporting custodians aboardship under Seventh Fleet OPCON. Reporting custodians on extendeddeployment (greater than 30 days) geographically located in theWestern Pacific or Indian Ocean theaters, excluding forwarddeployed (homeported) units.

(5) Fleet Assigned Code A. Those reporting custodiansunder CINCLANTFLT OPCON to include units not deployed and forwarddeployed (homeported) in the Atlantic area. Excludes reportingcustodians under fleet assigned codes 2, 3, 6, or 7.

(6) Fleet Assigned Code P. Includes those reportingcustodians under CINCPACFLT OPCON to include units not deployedand forward deployed (homeported) in the Pacific area. Excludesreporting custodians under fleet assigned codes 2, 3, 6 or 7.

e. Reporting custodians anticipating changes of location,operational status category or fleet assigned code will conductadvance liaison with FUNCWINGS, CVWS, CG MAWS or ACCS asapp ropriate, to verify code changes and report submission.

f. The following explains the XRAY items to be reported forestablishment, disestablishment, change of location, operationalstatus category or fleet assigned change. The Originator (From),To, Information addressees and Subject Line remain the same as thebasic XRAY described in paragraph 205. The items to be reportedare:

(1) XRAY items.

PART I

B. PucC. Date of ActionR. AV–3M Organization CodeS. Operational Status Category (report only on change

or establishment)T. Fleet Assigned Code (report only on change or

establishment)z. Delete/Correct (if required)Remarks: Established/Disestabl ished (as appropriate)IAW (Authority/Directive ) at ; XRAY serialnumber/DTG of previous XRAY; Change Location From

To ; Change Operational Status Category FromTo ; Change Fleet Assigned Code From

To .

PART II Aircraft location change will be reported underparagraph 208b(6).

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

06JIAI!M210. XRAY Correction Procedures. Cancellation of XRAY MessageReports are Not Authorized. If after submission an XRAY report isfound to be in error (including communication error), correct notlater than 1200 the day after the error is discovered:

a. If action or information addressees are in error,readdress the message to the required addressees.

b. If the subject line or remarks section contain errors,submit a message referencing the XRAY serial number and messagedate-time-group explaining necessary corrections.

c. If the XRAY contained an error in one or more data items,submit a delete/correct XRAY message containing the erroneoustransaction to be deleted and the correct transaction. Use thesame XRAY serial number as XRAY to be corrected and state the word“CORRECTION” after “XRAY” in the subject line. The first(delete) transaction must contain all data identical to theerroneous transaction plus the word DELETE in item Z. The second(correct) transaction will include the correct information in alldata items plus the word CORRECT in item Z. Delete/correct XRAYreports will be addressed to the appropriate action andinformation addressees with the addition of CNO and NAVSEALOGCENas info addressees.

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

TABLE 2-1ACTION CODES

CODES FOR USE ON XRAYS WHICH REPORT A CHANGE IN REPORTING CUSTODY

CODES ACTION INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

,,A ,, Acceptance Used to report the acceptance ofnew production aircraft into thenaval inventory. Acceptanceactions are normally reported onlyby NASC FS reporting custodians.Use action code “Y” to report rein-statement of previously strickenaircraft or aircraft acquired fromother services.

t,G ,,

“R“

11y II

Receipt at used only by NASC FS reportingEnd of Operating custodians to report the receiptService Period of aircraft returned for Standard

Rework (SDLM), storage or retire-ment at the end of an operatingservice period. Use of action code“F” requires adjustment of PED tothe month and year of the date ofaction and adjustment of OSM toreflect the total operating servicemonths expended in life as of thePED.

Receipt at Used by reporting custodians ofStart of LANT, PAC, CNARF, CNATRA, NASC T&EOperating Service and NASC STF to report receipt ofPeriod an aircraft which is beginning (not

resuming) an operating serviceperiod. The use of the “G” actioncode occurs on receipt of new pro-duction aircraft, aircraftreturning from Standard Rework(SDLM) or PACE related standarddepot maintenance. MCAPP is thePACE related standard depotmaintenance (MCAPP).

Receipt (codesF or G notapplicable)

Reinstatement

Enclosure (1)

Receipt other than start or com–pletion of operating service period(action codes “G” or “F”). Used byreporting custodians of all ACCS.

Used only when reporting the rein-statement of a previously strickenaircraft or the addition of a used——(not new production) aircraft tothe naval inventory.

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OMJllqmTABLE 2-1 (cent)

ACTION CODESCODES FOR USE ON XRAYS WHICH DO NOT REPORT A CHANGE IN REPORTINGCUSTODY

,, E ,t End of OperatingService Period

,, H ,,

1, ~ II

,, s II

,,~ II

Start of OperatingService Period

Model DesignationChange

Strike

Other change

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Used only by reporting custodiansof LANT, PAC, CNARF, CNATRA, NASCT&E and NASC STF to report termi-nation of an operating serviceperiod or induction into PACEwith no change in reporting orcontrolling custody.

Used by reporting custodians ofLANT, PAC, CNARF, CNATRA, NASCT&E and NASC STF to report anaircraft that has completedStandard Rework (SDLM) or PACErelated depot maintenance (MCAPP)and is beginning (not resuming)an operating service period.

Used to report change in modeldesignation if the aircraftundergoes conversion because ofdepot level maintenance involve-ment (SDLM/Conversion In Lieu ofProcurement (CILOP) orconversion) . The new modeldesignation will be entered initem “F” on the first andsubsequent XRAYS reportingthe aircraft entering theconversion process.

To be used only when reportingthe strike (Status Code 1S0, 2S0,3S0 or 4S0) of an aircraft. Seeparagraph 117, Retirement andStrike of Naval Aircraft.

Use action code “x” on each XRAYwhen use of action codes A, F, G,R, Y, E, H, M, and S would be in-appropriate.

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

06JULIW2TABLE 2-2

AIRCRAFT STATUS CODE TABLE

A. STATUS CODES FOR USE WITH OPERATING AIRCRAFT

ASSIGNED PRIMARY USECombatCombat SupportStudent Pilot/NFO/Crew TrainingReserve Training/Post Student TrainingSpecial ProjectsProficiency Flying ProgramWeapons System EvaluationUtilityMAAG, Mission, AttacheTest Aircraft, Navy OperatedTest Support A/C, Navy OperatedSearch and RescueExecutive Transport

IN OPERATING STATUS ~/Al ~/A2–A3–A4–A5–A6–A~–A8–AH–AJ–AK–AL–AM–—

Note ~/ NASC FS reporting custodians will never report aircraftin status codes A .

Note ~/ Third position of operating status will be reported asfollows: .

0 - Operating

1 - Aircraft in process of ASPA from preparation andinspection through reassembly.

2 - Aircraft in process of depot repair on-site of reportingcustodian.

Only A status codes are IN–MCRS. All others are OUT-MCRS.—

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

08JuLEIgTABLE 2-2 (cent)

B. STATUS CODES FOR DEPOT LEVEL MAINTENANCE (PIPELINE)

Rework Enroute to Rework Awaiting ReworkProcess

By Flight/ By NotAirlift Surface Flyable Flyable

sTANDARD DEPoT LEvEL MAINTENANCE (STANDARD REWORK) 3/

SDLM F10 FA(I El EASDLM/MOD F20 FBtl E2– EB–SDLM/CR DAM F30 FC(I E3– EC–SDLM/CILOP F40 FD(I E4– ED–AWI F50 FEo E5– EE–— —

SPECIAL DEPOT LEVEL MAINTENANCE (SPECIAL REWORK) 3/

Conversion 110 IAORepair 130 IC(IModernization/ 140 ID()ModificationASPA Inspection

L-

Rework Process Complete in NASC FSPhysical Custody Awaiting Return toOperating

Aircraft RFI:Awaiting Movement BY1Unassigned BY2

Not RFI: BY3

H1O HA(IH30 HCOH40 HD()

InProcess

D1OD20D30D40D50

G1G3~G4—

G50

Enroute to OperatingFrom Rework

By Flight/ ByAirlift SurfaceClo CAo

Note 3/: The third position of status codes E , Gl_, or G4 willbe reported as:

— —

o - Aircraft is located at NADEP or Commercial Rework Activitysite for rework.1 - Aircraft is l’ocated at other than NADEP or Commercial ReworkActivity site for special rework to be performed by depot fieldteam or awaiting transit to SDLM after ASPA non–deferral.

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

@ 6 JUL 1992

TABLE 2-2 (cent)

C. NEW PRODUCTION AIRCRAFT IN PROCESS OF FIRST DELIVERY

Regular AcceptanceRFI :~iting Movement BXONot RFI: BAo

Provisional AcceptanceNot RFI: VFO

D. AIRCRAFT PROVIDED BY CONTRACT TO A CIVILIAN CONTRACTOR/AIRCRAFTON LOAN TO OR FROM THE NAVY

Contractor held On LoanFrom the Navy:

(1) RDT&E Custody FS Custody

Test Aircraft TJ() All CategoriesTest Support TKOContract Pending TROOther TTO

Uoo

(2) FS CustodyOn Loan

Other Contractor held TVO To The Navy RDT&E Custody

Other U50Test Aircraft u60Test Support U70

E. RESERVE/RETENTION (AIRCRAFT STORED IN NASC FS CUSTODY ONLY)In Storage

Condition Enroute to Inactive Reserve Aircraftof Reserve/ Not Mobill~onAircraft Retention

Aircraft Service Life Not CompleteStandard Rework not reauired

Undamaged aircraft Jl(lDamaged aircraft Jlo

Standard Rework required

Undamaged aircraft JIODamaged aircraft Jl(l

Service Life Complete J20

Flyable Flyable Reserve

MloM20

M30M40

WA O

M50M60

M70Mao

Wco

Nlo:{20

N30N40

WEo

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

06 JUL Iw&TABLE 2-2 (cent)

F. RETIREMENT AND STRIKE

Category

Category 1Damage

Category 2Depreciation

Category 3

AwaitingDecision toStrike

Yoo

PB(I

pcoAdm~ni~trative

Category 4 PD()Service Life

Compiete

Awaiting StrikeNot MAP/FMS For MAP/FMS

— —

S20 Roo

S30 Roo

S40 Roo

Stricken

1s0

2s0

3s0

4s0

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

O6 JUL 1992TABLE 2-3

PERMISSIBLE ACTION CODE/STATUS CODE COMBINATIONS

ACTION CODE APPLICABLE STATUS CODES

,,A ,, BXo, BAO, VF().

,, E ,, Any version of status codes D , E_, F ,orJ.— — —

,, F ,, Any version of status codes D , E , F_, J_, W_,M N P s—f _t _f _t Orl’ . — ——

,1 ~ ,, Any version of status codes A .—

11~ 11 Same as “G” above.

11~ w If the aircraft undergoes conversion because of depotlevel maintenance involvement, use appropriate SDLM/CILOP or conversion status codes (i.e., D4tl or G1 ).The new model designation series will be reported–onthe first XRAY reporting the aircraft entering therework process. If model designation change is directedby administrative action, no depot level rework in-volved, use the status code as currently reported.

n ~ II

1, s II

11x 11

1, y ,,

Enclosure (1)

-

Use any status code appropriate to aircraft situation. -

1s0, 2s0, 3s0, 4s0.

Use any appropriate status code.

Use any appropriate status code.

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TABLE 2-4

OPNAVINST 5442.2G

08 JUL 1992

REQUIRED XRAY ITEMS

~ XRAY ACTION CODESChange inReporting

No Change in

CustodianReporting Custodian

XRAY DATA iTEMS ‘‘A F G R Y E H M s x ‘;’: ‘t4. BUNO R R R R R R R R R R R

3. Puc R R R R R R R R R R R R2.Date of Action R R R R R R R R R R3.Action Code R R R R R RR R R R R5 Status Code R R R R R R R R R R R‘,Model Designation R R R R R R R R R3.Period Number

RR R R R R R 1 R 1 R

H.PED R R R R R R R 1 R 1 R1.Extension Number 2 2 1 1 2. Strike/Damage Code 1 1 1 R 1

K. Acceptance Date R 2 2 ;L. ASPA/PACE 4 R R 2 4 1 1 R

. Operating Service Months (OSM) R R R R R R R 1 R 1 RN.Estimated Rework Completion Date 1 1 3 1 1 10. PUC of the Inservice Activity 1 1 3 1 1 1 1

. Unit Received From/Command Code R R R RR.AV-3M Organization Code RS. Operational Status Category Code 1T. Fieet Assigned Code 1

L Mi~-Term 1 3U. Aircraft Location R R R R R R R R R R RL Delete/Correct 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2?emarks R R R R R R R R R R R

Legend:

R - Required.1- Report only when item content is

different than information previouslyreported.

2- Required if applicable.3- Reported only on reinstatement to restore

appropriate information that existedprior to strike action.

4- PACE aircraft only.

Blank - Not reported.

●Part i is used for unitestablishment ordi+estbiishment, iocaticchange, operationalstatus category chang(or fleet assignmentchange.

●*Both partsI and II

are used for locationchange.

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

TABLE 2-~G~UL 195:PERIOD END DATE (PED) COMPUTATION CHART

OSH

o123

:678

1:11121314151617

;:202122232425262728293031323334353637383940414243444546474849505152535455S657585960

FES MARPfAR APRAPR HAYRAY J UNJUN JULJUL AUGAUG SCPSEP OCTOCT )40’/NOV DECVEC JAN+JAN+ FEBFEB MARMAR APRAP R RAYMAY JUNJUN JULJUL AUGAUG SE PSEP OCTOCT NOVNOV MCDEC JAN+JAN+ FEBFEB HARMAR APRAPR MYMAY JUNJUN JULJUL AUGAUG s&PSEP OCTOCT NOVNOV DecDEC JAN+JAN+ ?EBFEB UARMAR API!APR MAYMAY JuNJUN JULJUL AUGAUG SEPSEP OCTOCT NOVNOV DECDEC JAN+JAN+ FEBFES MARMAR APRAPR MAYHAY JUNJUN JULJUL AUGAUG SEPSEP OCTOCT NOVNOV DF.CDEC JAN+JAN+ FEBFEB NAR

AP R JUN JU L AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN+MAY Y; JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN+ FEBJUN JUL A(IG SEP OCT NW DEC JAN+ FEB MARJULAUGstPOCTNOVDECJAN+TCBMARAPRHAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVOECJAW+FCDMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEDMARAPRHAYJUNJULA!JGSEPXTnovDECJAN+FEBMARAPRnAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBUARAPR

AUGsl!POCTWVDECJAN+FEnMARAPRKAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDCCJAN+?EBMARAPRHAYJUNJULAUGse POCTNOVDECJAN+rEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSE POCTNovOECJAN+?I?BMAnAPRMYJ UNJIJL

AXSEPOcTNOVDECJAN+FEBUARAPRnAY

SEPOCTI@ovDECJAN+PCBHARAPRRAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVOECJAN+FEBMARAP RnAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNWDECJAN+?EBMNAP RRAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+?CBMARAP RHAYJUNJULAUGSEPWTNOVDECJAN+FEB

OCTNOVDSCJAN+PEBMARAPRnAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNovDECJAN+FlfBMARAPRHAYJUNJULAUGSCPOCTNWOECJAN+?EBHARAPRMAYJUNJU LAUGSCPOmNOVDECJAN+FISBUARAPRHAYJUNJULAUGSF.POCTNWDECJAN+FEBMAR

NWDECJAN+MfBHASAPRHAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBHARAP RHAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBMARAPRMYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNWDt2CJAN+FEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBMARAPR

DECJAN+?CBMARAPR

%JULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+?EBUARAPRHAYJUNJULAUGSE POCTNOVDECJAN+?EBMARAPRHAYJuNJULAUGSC POCTNOVDECJAN+?EBRARAPRMYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNovDECJAN+FF!BMARAPRUAY

JAN+FEBHARAPRRAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNWDECJAN+FEBHARAPRHAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBHARAP RMAYJUNJULAUGSCPOCTNOVDECJAN+FESUARAPRHAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBUARAPRHAYJUN

QEBMARAPRNAYJUNJU LAUGSE POCTNOVDECJAN+FEDMARAPRUAYJUNJULASS!3POCTNOVDECJAN+?I!BUARAPRUAYJUNJULAUGS2P03NOVOccJAN+FEBNARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSE POCTNOVDECJAN+FEBNARAPRMAYJUNJUL

K&Y ‘+” Begins new calendar—

INSTRUCTIONS Predicted PED

MAR APRAPR MAYMAY JUNJUN JULJ ULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBMARAPRHAYJUNJ ULAIKSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBPfARAPRMAYJUNJ ULAUGSEP

NWDCCJAN+FEBMARAPRMAYJ UNJULAUGSEPaTNOVDECJAN+FEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUG

MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEPAPR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCTMAY JUN JUL AUG 3EP OCT NOVJUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC

year (add ‘1= to ye.sr of period start).

may be derived from the table as follows:

AUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBMARAPRf4AYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBUARAPRHAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNovDECJAN+FEDHARAPRNAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+FEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECJAN+

1. Oetermine planned OSH for TMS in oncoming period and locate that number inOSM column. Next, locate current month on top llne of table. The month ofpredicted PED may be Eou”nd where the line and column, as located above,will intersect. The year of PED may be determined by reference to thecolumn headed by current month and adding ‘~” to the current year each timea “+- is encountered between line ~ and the line containing number of 0St4in Perid for the THS. Convert the month and year to digits for use on theXRAY report.

2. In cases where operating service period exceeds 60 months, subtract 60 fromthe planning factor reflected in reference (d) and apply instruction 1.above to the remainder ●xcept add 5 years to the result.

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

06 AA 13%TABLE 2-6

AIRCRAFf STRIKE AND DAMAGE CODES

CATE60RY ! 2 3 4 5(FIRST PoSITION) CATEGORY 1 CATEGORY 2 CATEGORY 1 CA’TCGOIIY4 :ATECORY S

sTRIKC OUI? STRIKE O(IE STRIKE FOR STRIKE DISC COMPLCTCON DAMAGE

DA MACC DEPRECIATION ADMIN. REASONS OF SCRVICC LIPC [A’C RCPAIRASILC)

EMPtOYMENl(SECOND WITION)

CAUSE(lHIRO POSITION)

DlsPoMnoN(mum posmon)

?LIGNT:

k- UNIT TRAININGJ - fCRRYR- CXP!ZMIMCNT DCVCLOPRENT ,L- ?LIGHT TCSTn- UTILITYP - SCARCH AND RCSCUCR - TRANSPORTs - ATTACKu- AMT: -AIM WASfARSv- R.TCONNA1 SSANCCw - AIR Dg?CNSC

NOT CN.SMY ACTION

INCIOENT TO FL ICHT2- AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT OR INCIDENT

1A

EXCEPT WNSMVCR D, C. F , SCLDU ARCAPPLICABLE

D - GUN, ROCRZT. OR MI SSXLC PIRC rROnDRONE CXPSND!TURE ( SEC f 8CLON)

C - HISSING/ CAUSZ USSRNOUN.r - TAMGET DRONE CXPCNDI TURC

NOT INCIDENT70 fLIGHT:

H - STORN ( INCLUDING RCSULTANT FIRES,COLLAPSC OR DANAGC O? rACILXTICS,CTC . )

! - ACC! DCNTAZ, DAI!AGC BY OWN PORCITSORONANCC ( INCLUDING RESULTANTrIXCS, CTC. )

J - rIRC OR EXPLOSION (OTNCR TNAN “N-OR “1“ Aaovc I

X - DANAGC ?ROM OTHCR sURrACC INCI DENTfc. G. , TOWING OR NON-FLIGHT TAXIACCIDENT)

L - AI RCMfT ON LOAN TO NAVY RSTURNCDo- STANOARD SS!RV:CC LIFE COSYPLCTC

- CXCCSS TO INVENTORY RCQUIMNCNTS:- OBSOLCTtn - ADIIINISTNATXVC ACTION, MOT SLSXNNCn C

CLASS IrXCD

AWUCASLE TO ST’MKEN AIRCRAFT —

NOT IN ?LICNTt I1 - PARKED ASBORC4 - IN TOW OR NON-? LIGST TAXI5 - ABOARO SHIP7 - LOADING OR UNLOADl_8 - UNDERGOING RXNORX9 - 1N STORAGZ

INCIDENT TO fLICNT:

B- tNCNt OMDSSANCCv - NISSINCI CAUSE UNXEOWNY - LANDING On TASC OFf nISNAP DUE

TO CNCRY INfLICTXD DAXAGC TODASC ?ACILITY.

z - SABOTAGC , CAUSING LOSS

NOT IIPCXDCNT TO rLIGNT:

i - ATTACX BY CNCRY AI RCNArTa - ORDNANCC ~ROH CNXXY SURfACC

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APPLICABLE TO OAMASEO AIRCRAFlA - T.? S* Restored by Organizational Naintrnance ActivityB - To Be Restored by Inter m@diatc naintananca Activttyc- To S0 Restored by Ocpot Lwcl !!ainttnonct ?acility

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OPERATIONAL STATUS CATEGORY CODES

Deployed Units. Upon embarkation on an extended de-ployment aboard ship or to another station or facilityoutside Conus, including Hawaii.

Work Up/Ready Duty Units. 90 days prior toembarkation on an extended deployment either aboard shipor to another station or facility outside Conus,including Hawaii.

Deployable Units. Deployable units on completion ofextended deployment and not yet within 90 days of thenext extended deployment.

Readiness Units. Fleet readiness squadrons (e.g., VFA-106, VF-124, VA-128, HS-1, VP-30, or VS-41).

Other permanent Units. Non-deployable units (e.g., NASNorfolk, NAS Barbers Point, etc.). -

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Second Fleet. Reporting custodians aboard ship fordeployment or major exercises (greater than 30 days)under Second Fleet operational control (OPCON). Re-porting custodians on deployment or major exercises(greater than 30 days) geographically located in theGulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea or South Atlantic theaters.

Third Fleet. Reporting custodians aboard ship for de-ployment or major exercises (greater than 30 days) underThird Fleet OPCON. Reporting custodians on deploymentor major exercises (greater than 30 days) geographicallylocated in the Eastern or Northern Pacific, includingHawaii .

Sixth Fleet. Reporting custodians under Sixth FleetOPCON . Reporting custodians on extended deployment(greater than 30 days) geographically located in theMediterranean or North Atlantic theaters, excludingforward deployed (homeported) units.

Seventh Fleet. Reporting custodians aboard ship underSeventh Fleet OPCON. Reporting custodians on extendeddeployment (greater than 30 days) geographicallylocated in the Western Pacific or Indian Oceantheaters, excluding forward deployed (homeported) units.

Atlantic Fleet. Those reporting custodians under CINC-LANTFLT OPCON to include units not deployed and forwarddeployed (homeported) in the Atlantic-ar6a. Excludesreporting custodians under fleet assigned codes 2, 3, 6or 7.

Pacific Fleet. Those reporting custodians under CINC-PACFLT OPCON to include units not deployed and forwarddeployed (homeported) in the Pacific area. Excludesreporting custodians under fleet assigned codes 2, 3,6 or 7.

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@8JllL IW2CHAPTER 3

LOCAL RECORDS RELATING TO AIRS

301. General

This chapter addresses locally maintained records which provide thereporting custodian with recent historical information necessaryfor preparation of the aircraft accounting audit report and as aninformation source for aircraft logbook reconstruction in the eventof logbook loss or destruction. The Aircraft Record “A” Card(OPNAV 5442/9) reflects information on aircraft related to servicelife, XRAY history and flight activity. Reference (a) prescribesthe form and content of the aircraft logbook and requires itsmaintenance for each naval aircraft from acceptance until strikefrom the inventory. Within the aircraft logbook, the MonthlyFlight Summary (OPNAV 4790/21A) is used to record the historicalsummary of flight activity of the aircraft. Additionally, NADEP andcommercial rework activities perform audits of service age ofaircraft based on logbook entries and enter audit results on theMonthly Flight Summary under Part I - Service Period.

302. Aircraft Logbook Entries Necessary to AIRS

a. Entries by NASC FS activities. The position of the aircraftin service life will be routinely audited by NADEP and commercialrework activities on each instance of standard rework. In additionto information contained in the logbook, the “A” card facsimile(included in the logbook envelope) contains a record of recent XRAYtransactions useful to the service age audit process. The resultsof the audit will be reflected by entry in Part 1 of the MonthlyFlight Summary form. The reporting custodian of the operatingcommand receiving the aircraft will base service age data, asreported via XRAY, in the information provided by this NASC FSlogbook entry. When transferring an aircraft to an operatingcommand, NASC FS activities will enter the reference symbols anddate of the CNO/COMNAVAIRWARCEN/NAVAVNDEPOTOPSCEN letter or messageauthorizing issue of the aircraft in the Miscellaneous/Historysection.

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b. Entries by operating activities. Prior to transfer of adamaged aircraft to NASC FS custody, the reporting custodian willensure sufficient information is available for the receivingactivity to report the aircraft stricken, should the decision bemade to strike the aircraft. The following will be entered intothe Miscellaneous/History section:


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o6JuL19w(1) Date of Accident.(2) Reporting custodian at the time of the accident.(3) A tentative strike code (so labeled).(4) An explanatory comment concerning the circumstances of the

damage .

303. Aircraft Record “A” Card (OPNAV 5442/9)

The Aircraft Record “A” Card will be maintained by aircraftreporting custodians. The “A” card will be initiated on receipt ofan aircraft, maintained throughout the custody of the aircraft andretained for a 12 month period following transfer or strike of theaircraft. A facsimile of the current “A” card will be included inthe manila envelope in back of the aircraft logbook when theaircraft is transferred to another reporting custodian, or inductedinto standard or special rework performed at NADEPs or commercialrework facilities. Inservice (physical) custodians will update andmaintain the facsimile “A” card and return it with the logbook whenthe aircraft is returned to the true reporting custodian.

304. Maintenance Of The “A” Card

The “A” card is designed to provide the reporting custodian with alocal record history of the aircraft and ready reference for XRAYand flight data used in preparation of the Aircraft AccountingAudit Report, or aircraft logbook reconstruction in the event oflogbook loss or destruction.

a. The “A” card will be initiated when reporting receipt of anaircraft by A, Y, G, F or R action code XRAY. Data for initial “A”card entries can be found in the aircraft logbook’s Monthly FlightSummary (OPNAV 4790/21A). Aircraft Model is listed in block 1,(Type/Model/Series) and Bureau Number is listed in block 2(BUNO/Serial Number). The “received from” information can be takenfrom the movement directive or the latest entry under Part IV,Monthly Data, in block 2 (Reporting Custodian).

b. The Service Life Information section of the “A” card isdivided into two parts: Position in Life at Start of Period andPlanning Factors for Model for Period. In all cases, OSM shown onthe “A” card reflects the number of operating service months as ofPED.

(1) Data for entry into the Period and Positioned Byportions of the Position in Life Start of Period section are foundin the Monthly Flight Summary under Part I, block 2 (Period No. )and block 4 (Activity). Data for PED and OSM will be forecastusing procedures found in paragraph 116 of this instruction. Inall cases, OSM shown on the “A” card reflects the number ofoperating service months as of PED.

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06JUL 1992(2) Planning Factors for Model and Period portion of this

section is developed from reference (b). Operating Service Period(OSP), Operating Service Life (OSL), and utilization rate, ifapplicable, are listed in reference (b).

c. Each XRAY report submitted on the aircraft is recorded inthe OPNAV XRAY Report Transactions section. EXCEPTION: XRAYSreporting change of location, fleet assignment or operationalstatus are never recorded on the Aircraft Record “A” Card. XRAYserial number, date of action, action code, status code, PED andEXT , if applicable, will contain entries corresponding toinformation reported. ASPA/PACE information may be entered in theEXT column since ASPA/PACE eligible aircraft are not eligible forextension. Reason/authority is set aside for brief comments on thereason for the XRAY report. PED adjustments resulting from ASPAdeferrals are recorded with the XRAY entry reporting adjustment.

d. The Accumulative Flight Activity section provides thesource of total flying hours in period and total flying hours inlife.

e. Flying hours (in tenths), flights, catapult launches (catshots), and detailed landing data which would be required foraircraft logbook reconstruction in case of logbook loss ordestruction is recorded in the Monthly Flight Activity section onthe reverse side of the “A” card. The information is recordedmonthly and upon closeout of the logbook and serves as analternative source of detailed flight information.

f. The “A” card will be closed out on transfer or strike ofthe aircraft. On transfer of reporting custody, the finalentries will be made using information contained in the receiptXRAY from the receiving reporting custodian. At this time, thetransferred to block will be completed and flight and landing dataaccumulated prior to custody change will be entered. The “A” card(whether transfer or strike) will be retained by the transferringunit for a minimum of 12 months. Exhibit 3-A illustrates aproperly maintained “A” card.

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O 6 JUL 1992CHAPTER 4

AIRCRAFT ACCOUNTING AUDIT REPORTREPORT SYMBOL OPNAV 5442-6

401. General

This report is required four times annually of each reportingcustodian (including detachments) in operating commands. Auditreports are also required from activities having custody ofaircraft contractor held under NASC T&E cognizance. NASC FSactivities will not execute the Aircraft Accounting Audit Reportunless specifically requested. The report allows audit andcorrection of the ACC and the CNO data bases. The report will be

prepared by each reporting custodian from “A” cards (see paragraph303 and 304). The audit report will be submitted in message formatas described in paragraph 403 and Exhibits 4-A and 4-B. TheAircraft Accounting Audit Report (OPNAV 5442–6) is administrativebut does meet criteria for electronic transmission under minimizeconditions.

402. Reauired Content Of ReDort

The “A” card has been designed to provide all detailed informationrequired by the audit report. All aircraft, including inserviceaircraft, in reporting custody of the unit at 2400 hours on thereporting date (31 August, 30 November, 28/29 February and 31 May)will be included on the report. Aircraft received after ortransferred prior to the reporting date will be excluded. Aircraftsubject to flight hour planning factors in reference (b) will notreport period number (item G), period end date (item H), operatingservice months (item M) or flying hours in period (item W). Thefollowing data items are required for each aircraft reported.

a. A – Bureau Number (BUNO).

b.C- Date of Action. For each aircraft listed, report theDate of Action of the most recent XRAY (excluding change oflocation, operational status category or fleet assigned) which wasdated on or prior to the date of the report. The action date mayquite properly involve a past month or year. If it is determinedthat the current status of the aircraft has not been reported viaXRAY , submit an updating XRAY and use its action date on the auditreport.

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c. E - Status Code. Report the complete three character statuscode.


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0$ JJL ?992d. F - Model Designation. Report the type/model/series -

designation including the dash (e.g., FA–18A, F–14A). Slashes (/)or PIUS signs (+) will not be reported.

e. G – Period Number. Precede with zeroes as necessary toreport a three digit number representing the current period number.

f. H – Period End Date. Express as a four digit number.

L - Aircraft Service Period Adjustment/Paint and CorrosionEval~~tion (ASPA/PACE). Report the latest ASPA increment and

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“0000” for ASPA aircraft or latest PACE increment, month and yearfor PACE aircraft.

h. M – Operating Service Months. Express as a three digitnumber .

i. W - Flying Hours in Period. Report to the nearest wholehour and precede the number with zeros to achieve a six digitnumbe r. DO not report tenths of hours. Flying hours in periodrevert to zero only at the start of a new period. Hours reportedon aircraft in the-pipeline for standard rework will reflect flyinghours since the start of the period reported. For contractor heldaircraft, report flying hours since initially contractor held, orflying hours since last standard rework, whichever is the laterdate .

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j. X – Flying Hours in Life. Report all flight time sincemanufacture to the nearest whole hour. Precede the number reportedwith zeroes to achieve a six digit number.

k. Z – Delete/Correct. To correct a previously submittedaudit report, report the complete information submitted incorrectlywith “Delete” in item Z. Additionally, report the complete correctinformation with “Correct” in item Z. See paragraph 404 andExhibit 4–B.

403. Aircraft Accounting Audit Reuort Messaqe Format

The Aircraft Accounting Audit Report will be submitted via messageby 1600 the third working day following the date of the report.The audit report message format is displayed in Exhibit 4-A. Theaudit report message will be addressed to the reporting custodian’sACC . Information addressees will include a combination of thefollowing:

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a. When deployed under CINCLANTFLT operational control,COMNAVAIRPAC and COMNAVAIRESFOR reporting custodians will infoCOMNAVAIRLANT . Conversely, COMNAVAIRLANT or COMNAVAIRESFORreporting custodians under CINCPACFLT operational control willinfo COMNAVAIRPAC.


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b. The cognizant FUNCWING (Navy Units).

c. The cognizant CGFMF and CG MAW (Marine Corps Units).

d. MAG and MALS (Marine Corps Units).

404. Aircraft Accounting Audit Report Correction Procedure.

To correct a previously submitted audit report, use the messageformat in Exhibit 4-B. Report the complete incorrect report usingthe word “Delete” in item Z. Report the correct information using“Correct” in item Z.

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

06JULW92EXHIBIT 4-A AIRCRAFT ACCOUnting AUDIT REPORT (OPNAV 5442-6)

FROM : MESSAGE ORIGINATOR

TO: ACC

INFO: OPCON ACC (See Paragraph 403a)

COGNIZANT FUNCWING/TYPEWING (Navy Units)

COGNIZANT CGFMF (Marine Corps Units)

MAG AND MALS (Marine Corps Units)

UNCLAS //N05442//

SUBJ : AIRCRAFT ACCOUNTING AUDIT REPORT OPNAV 5442-6

1. UNIT NAME, REPORT DATE “MMDDYY”, PUC 000001

A. 159004 159015 160382 160403 160404 160410

c. 011491 011591 122890 123190 010991 020391

E. G40 G40 A1O Al O Al O G30

F. F-14A F-14A F-14A F-14A F-14A F-14A

G. 004 004 003 003 003 003

H. 0792 1092 0392 0691 0392 0294

L. 920000

M. 142 151 142 126 122 130

w. 000572 000537 001488 001295 001032 000386

x. 002661 002847 003638 003950 003639 003026

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EXHIBIT 4-B AIRCRAFT ACCOUNTING AUDIT REPORT CORRECTION PROCEDURE(OPNAV 5442-6)

FROM : MESSAGE ORIGINATOR

TO: ACC

INFO: OPCON ACC

COGNIZANT

COGNIZANT

(See paragraph 403a)

FUNCWING/TYPEWING (Navy UnitS)

CGFMF (Marine Corps Units)

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OPNAVINST 5442.2G

0$JUL19WAPPENDIX A

GLOSSARY OF AIRCRAFT TERMINOLOGY

A

This glossary applies to the terminology used in the AircraftInventory Reporting System. All included terms, unless clearlyworded otherwise, must be read and understood with reference toAIRCRAFT (e.g., “accident” refers to “aircraft accident,”“retirement” to “retirement of aircraft,” etc. ).

ACCEPTANCE. Assumption of responsibility for, or legal title to,an aircraft from another party. Receipt of new aircraft from amanufacturer (or of any aircraft from a non-Navy custodian) by anauthorized Navy representative. Acceptance coincides withexecution of the Material Inspection and Receiving Report (DD-250).

ACCEPTANCE, PROVISIONAL. The acceptance of an aircraft with theprovision that certain obligations with respect to the aircrafthave yet to be fulfilled by the contractor. Acceptance coincideswith execution of the Material Inspection and Receiving Report(DD-250).

ACCIDENT. A mishap involving one or more naval aircraft thatoccurs when intent for flight exists and results in substantial orminor damage to the aircraft. See OPNAVINST 3750.6Q (NOTAL) fordetailed definition.

ACCIDENT, GROUND. A mishap involving naval aircraft where nointent for flight exists, which results in damage to the aircraft,and/or any significant injury to personnel. See OPNAVINST 3750.6Q(NOTAL) for detailed definition.

ACTIVE INVENTORY. Pipeline and operating segments of theinventory.

AGE . The process of accumulating operating service months. SeeOPERATING SERVICE MONTH and OPERATING SERVICE AGE.

AIRCRAFT. The Aircraft Inventory Reporting System limits itscoverage to fixed and rotary wing aircraft, including sailplanesand target drones (man-carrying). Aerial targets (non–man-carrying), unmanned air vehicles (UAV) and guided missiles areexcluded.

AIRCRAFT CONTROLLING CUSTODIAN (ACC). An aircraft inventoryreporting term applied to LANT, PAC, CNARF, CNATRA, NASC T&E, NASCSTF , and NASC FS. ACCS exercise administrative control overassignment, employment, and logistic support of aircraft asspecified by the CNO. ACCS other than NASC FS are also referredto as operating commands. NAVAIRWARCEN has administrativeauthority over NAVAIRSYSCOM aircraft.

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06JuL 1992AIRCRAFT LOGBOOK. A detailed service record maintained for eachindividual aircraft. Instructions on maintenance of the logbookare contained in reference (a).

AIRCRAFT OPERATING PROGRAM. This term is used in the Department ofDefense (DOD) Planning, Programming and Budgeting System. Theaircraft operating program includes all aircraft for both activeand reserve forces and provides the basis for determiningprocurement, operating, maintenance, spare parts and manpowerrequirements for Naval Aviation. Also see TOTAL ACTIVE AIRCRAFTAUTHORIZATION and TOTAL ACTIVE AIRCRAFT INVENTORY.

ALLOWANCE. The quantity and class/subclass of aircraft anorganizational unit is authorized to have. See PROGRAM OPERATINGALLOWANCE.

ASSIGNMENT.specificallyspecifically

Statement of fact or positive intention thatdesigned aircraft are or will be in the custody ofdesignated organizational units.

AWAITING. Temporarily idle, with or without preservation, whileeither awaiting entry (or awaiting transfer toward entry) into anoperating status or into some logistic process (e.g., rework,storage, final disposition).

B

BACKUP AIRCRAFT AUTHORIZATION (BIUi). Aircraft over and above thePrimary Authorized Aircraft to permit scheduled and unscheduledmaintenance, modifications and inspections and repair withoutreduction of aircraft available for operational mission. Nooperating resources are allocated for these aircraft in the Defensebudget. See also PRIMARY AIRCRAFT AUTHORIZATION.

BACKUP AIRCRAFT INVENTORY (BAI). The aircraft designated to meetthe backup authorization. See PRIMARY AIRCRAFT INVENTORY.

BAILMENT. Aircraft under the controlling custody of NASC T&E inthe physical custody of non–Navy organizations pursuant to acontract for research, development, and evaluation or productiontesting for the Navy.

BIs (BOARD OF INSPECTION AND SuRVEY), PE (PRELIMINARY EValUatiOn).A brief qualitative evaluation of the stability, control, andservice readiness (including support equipment) for the purpose ofestablishing that the aircraft and its basic components of powerplant, armament, and electronics equipment are capable offulfilling the basic fleet mission(s) of the aircraft.

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06 JUL 1932BuNo (BUREAU NUMBER). An unhyphenated serial number, not exceedingSlx igits, used to identify individual airframes within the navalaircraft inventory. Each number is unique to a particularairframe. Assignment is controlled by the CNO (OP-515).

c

CALENDAR AGE. The total number of calendar months sinceacceptance.

CANNIBALIZE. Removal of serviceable parts from one aircraft orequipment for installation on another aircraft or equipment.

cILoP (CONVERSION IN LIEU OF PROCUREMENT). See STANDARD DEPOTuwEL MAINTENANCE (SDLM).

CONTRACTOR HELD. A Navy aircraft in the physical custody of acontractor under a NAVAIR contract. “Contractor held” can include,but is not limited to, Bailment agreement and Government FurnishedProperty contracts.

CONVERSION. See REWORK.

CUSTODY. The responsibility for the control of, transfer andmovement of, and access to weapons and components. Custodyincludes accountability.

CUSTODY, CONTROLLING. Administrative control of the assignment,logistic support, employment and the responsibility to account foraircraft.

CUSTODY, PHYSICAL. Actual possession of the aircraft for adefinite purpose. Physical custody does not necessarily implyreporting custody.

CUSTODY, REPORTING. Squadron (or other reporting unit) withresponsibility to account for and otherwise provide informationabout assigned aircraft. Reporting custody does not necessarilyimply physical custody.

D

DAMAGE . Impairment of aircraft incurred accidentally incident toflight, ground towing/handling, unusually severe weather, enemyaction, or sabotage. Reference (e) defines the categories of -damage (i.e., Class A, Class B, and Class C severity), Forpurposes of aircraft accounting, damage categories are limitedSubstantial Damage - Standard Rework Required and Other Damage

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O 6 JUL 1992DELIVERY. The logistic process involved when changing custody ofan aircraft from a NASC FS activity to an Operating Command.

DEPOT SITE. The physical site of a NADEP or Commercial ReworkActivity. The depot site is not the site of work for field teams,whether the site is for exclu~e use by depot level field teams ornot. For example, the depot site for NADEP Norfolk is physicallyat NADEP Norfolk, NAS Norfolk, VA. If NADEP Norfolk field teamperforms special rework in a hangar at NAS Oceana, VA., rework isnot being performed at the depot site.

DETACHMENT. A temporary reporting custodian with aircraft assignedfrom a parent squadron or unit. A detachment is established when asquadron deploys one or more aircraft to a ship or basesubstantially removed from the location of the parent organizationand/or the parent squadron’s commanding officer feels that it wouldbe impractical to retain reporting custody of the aircraft sodeployed.

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ENROUTE. When an aircraft is changing its physical or reportingcustody.

EXPERIMENTAL . Aircraft acquired by the Navy solely for use inresearch and development.

EXTENSION. An authorization for a given aircraft to remain inperiod beyond the standard period time interval prescribed for themodel . Extensions are granted under reference (b) in increments of3 months or (for selected models) 3 months or until 10 percent offlight time allowed for basic period is accomplished, whicheveroccurs first.

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FERRY . The flight or flights of an aircraft for the exclusivepurpose of transfer of custody in accordance with ACC directives.

FLYABLE. An aircraft in such material condition as to be safelyflyable under NATOPS and OPNAVINST 5442.4M (NOTAL).

FMS (FOREIGN MILITARY SALES). For purposes of this instruction, acategory of aircraft offered for sale to foreign governments wherereimbursement is obtained directly from the foreign government.

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INACTIVE AIRCRAFT INVENTORY (IAI). Aircraft in storage, contractorheld , government furnished property, on loan or lease outside theDefense establishment, or otherwise not available to the militaryservices. Inactive aircraft are always OUT-MCRS.

INACTIVE PROGRAM. A program aircraft category which includes thefollowing status situations: in process of first delivery or stored(service life not complete). Inactive aircraft are alwaysOUT-MCRS.

INVENTORY. All aircraft (see AIRCRAFT) accepted into, and notstricken from, naval custody for which aircraft inventory report-ing responsibilities exist.

L

LOAN . Naval aircraft loaned to non-Navy U.S. governmentorganizations for non-Navy purposes. A lease agreement is requiredto cover the loan.

M

MAINTENANCE . The function of retaining material in or restoringmaterial to a serviceable condition. See reference (a).

Av-3hI (NAVAL AvIATIoN MAINTENANCE AND MATERIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM).Aviation 3M is the data collection and information managementsystem which comprises a portion of the NAMP (Naval AviationMaintenance Program). See reference (a).

MAP (MILITARY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM) AIRCRAFT. For purposes of thisinstruction, a category of aircraft selected/designed for transferto a foreign government in which costs involved were paid by a DODapproved MAP country program or transferred at no cost under anapproved MAP program.

MCRS (MATERIAL CONDITION REPORTING STATUS). Reporting status withrespect to Subsystem Capability Impact Reporting (SCIR).

MOBILIZATION RESERVE REQUIREMENT. Those aircraft in excess ofReserve Stock requirements which have been designated to fill aMobilization requirement. Aircraft are retained in MobilizationReserve, for which spare parts support is available, for at leastone more standard rework and one more service period.

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06JUL=iMODEL DESIGNATION. That combination of si.gnifi.cant letters andnumbers assig=in accordance with a system contained in DOD4120.15-L (NOTAL) of Jan 90. The designation indicates the typeand mission capability of the aircraft. The system contains thefollowing elements, in the sequence listed, to describe theaircraft. For example, the model NEA-6B:

Elements Aircraft ModelDesignation

STATUS PREFIX SYMBOL- This symbol is used onlywhen needed to indicate that an aerospace vehicle

N

.is not standard because of its test, modification,experimental, or prototype design for aircraft.The symbol appears to the immediate left of themodified mission symbol or basic mission symbol.

MODIFIED MISSION SYMBOL- This symbol is used only Ewhen needed to identify modifications to the basicmission symbol. Only one modified mission symbolwill be used in any one model designation.

BASIC MISSION SYMBOL- This symbol identifies anaircraft’s primary function or capability. Itappears to the immediate left of the vehicletype symbol or design number separated by a dash.

VEHICLE TYPE SYMBOL- This symbol is required onlyfor rotary wing, vertical short takeoff/landing(VTOL/STOL) and glider aircraft and will beaccompanied by a basic mission or modifiedmission symbol. It appears to the immediateleft of the design number separated by a dash(e.g., FA-18A, AV-8B).

DESIGN NUMBER SYMBOL- This number identifiesmajor design changes within the same basicmission. Design numbers run consecutivelybeginning with “l” for each category. Adash separates the design number from thesymbol to its immediate left.

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SERIES SYMBOL- This symbol identifies the first B

production model of a particular design and latermodels representing ma]or modifications that altersignificantly the relationship of the aerospacevehicle to its non-expendable system components, orchanges its logistics support. Series symbols areconsecutive beginning with “A” and appear to the



Model Designation (cent).

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immediate right of the design number. To avoidconfusion, the letters “I” and “O” are not usedfor this symbol.

BLOCK NUMBER SYMBOL. Not subject to AIRS and XRAYreporting.

MODIFICATION, CORROSION AND PAINT PROGRAM (MCAPP). MCAPP is toincorporate depot level technical directives, inspect for corrosiondamage and repair as required, and evaluate the material conditionof the aircraft paint system.

N

NADEP . Naval Aviation Depot.

NON-PROGRAM (AIRCRAFT). Aircraft which are experimental, targetcarrying drone (man-carrying), retired (awaiting strike or decisionto strike including those designated for MAP/FMS) but not yetstricken, stored with service life complete, or those on“contractor held” or loan contracts.

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OPERATING (AIRCRAFT). An aircraft is in operating status wheneverit is filling an authorized operating allowance. Aircraft reportedin any of the A status codes is in an operating status.Operating statu~aircraft are always in the reporting custody ofthe operating unit to which assigned. An aircraft which moves to aRework Facility for purposes of rework will leave operating statusalthough it may remain in the reporting custody of the operatingunit. OPERATING AIRCRAFT ARE ALWAYS IN-MCRS.

OPERATING COMMAND. A controlling custodian of Naval aircraft,except NASC FS.

OPERATING PERIOD. See SERVICE PERIOD.

OPERATING SERVICE AGE. The number of Operating Service Monthswhich an aircraft has completed. See OPERATING SERVICE MONTH.

OPERATING SERVICE LIFE. The planned total life of an aircraftalways measured in terms of operating service months. Reference(b) contains operating service life length for each model aircraft.

OPERATING SERVICE MONTH. An operating service month is onemonthly increment of an operating service life.

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OSJULWOPERATING UNIT. Squadrons and units with an operating allowance.Squadrons and units may be further subdivided into detachments. To -be “operating,” a unit must have a mission which requires flightoperations (other than ferry or flight test) by naval aircraft.

OPERATIONAL . All aircraft in the controlling custody of theoperating commands.

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PAINT AND CORROSION EVALUATION (PACE). The PACE program wasdeveloped to meet the specific needs of the F/A-18 series aircraft.For lot 10 and subsequent aircraft, an OSP has been established of48 months. At the end of the OSP, a PACE will be performed withina window, six months prior to or ninety days after the PlannedInspection Date (PID). Aircraft passing PACE will receive a 12month adjustment to the PID. Aircraft lot 9 and prior will beinducted into the PACE program and begin a 48 month OSP once theyhave completed the Modification, Corrosion and Paint Program(MCAPP). Aircraft failing PACE may fly to ninety days after thePID, at which time the aircraft shall be grounded until completionof MCAPP.

PED (PERIOD END DATE). The month and year a given aircraft endedor, if serving in period, is expected to end the current serviceperiod.

PERIOD NUMBER. Reference (b) specifies that the service life of anaircraft will consist of operating service months/hours peroperating service period, followed by non-operating months(standard and special rework months per operating period). periodsare numbered sequentially beginning with the first (001) whichcommences upon receipt in an operating command followingacceptance . The period number increments as the aircraft startseach new operating period. The number is normally retained throughthat period, the next standard rework process, and return to theoperating unit.

PIPELINE. That part of the logistic cycle which includes allprogram aircraft supporting the operating segment of the inventory.The logistics pipeline includes aircraft enroute to, awaiting andundergoing standard rework or special rework at a depot facilitysite; aircraft undergoing special rework for modernization/modification whether in the physical custody of the reportingactivity or at the depot facility; and aircraft awaiting transit orenroute to operating after completing standard rework or specialrework at the depot facility. Aircraft awaiting or undergoingspecial rework repairs while in the physical custody of thereporting custodian are not included in the pipeline category butremain operating aircraft.

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PRIMARY AIRCRAFT AUTHORIZATION (PAA). Aircraft authorized to aunit for performance of its operational mission. The primaryauthorization forms the basis for the allocation of operationresources to include manpower, support equipment and flying hourfunds. See also BACKUP AIRCRAFT AUTHORIZATION.

PRIMARY AIRCRAFT INVENTORY (PA1). The aircraft assigned to meetthe primary aircraft authorization.

PROCESS. A generic term used to describe the series of actionsor uses an aircraft is subjected to as it progresses through itsservice life. Several broad categories are included in the term:operating, standard rework, special rework, “contractor held”,loan, reserve/retention, retirement and strike, and dispositionundetermined. Subdivisions are included under each category tospecifically describe the action or use involved. See AircraftStatus Codes in Table 2-2 of this instruction.

PrOdUCtiOn (AIRCRAFT). New aircraft accepted from the contractorby the Navy. “Production Aircraft” also means all Navy aircraftwhich were procured for operational and training purposes (i.e.,all aircraft except those procured solely for experimentalpurposes). Every Navy aircraft is either “experimental” or“production. “

PROGRAM AIRCRAFT. All production aircraft in the physical custodyof the Navy for which current or future operations within anauthorized allowance is intended or can reasonably be expected.That includes all aircraft in the naval inventory except aircraftof experimental configuration, target drones (man-carrying),aircraft retired but not yet stricken, aircraft otherwise inprocess of final disposition, aircraft on “contractor held” or onloan and aircraft stored with service life complete.

PROGRAM OPERATING ALLOWANCE. The number of aircraft allowed aunit for flight operations related to the unit mission. SeePRIMARY AIRCRAFT AUTHORIZATION.

PROJECT AIRCRAFT. Aircraft in either the controlling custody ofNASC T&E or in the reporting custody of units of the OperationalTest and Evaluation Force (COMOPTEVFOR), under an authorizedoperating allowance for purposes of experiment, research,development, test and evaluation of aircraft and aircraftequipment. Project aircraft have usually been altered to theextent that it is uneconomical to return the aircraft to serviceconfiguration and they are normally designated “N” (i.e., N P–3A).

PUC (PERMANENT UNIT CODE). A six character number permanentlyassigned to each reporting custodian. The master list of PermanentUnit Codes is maintained by CNO (OP–515) and contained in AppendixB.



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RECEIPT. The act of accepting reporting/controlling custody of anaircraft. Also see ACCEPTANCE.

REINSTATEMENT . Addition to the inventory of a previously strickenaircraft.

REPAIR. A special rework process. See references (a) and (b).

REPORTING CUSTODIAN. An organizational unit of the lowest echelonof command accepting responsibility (involving accountability toCNO) for aircraft, as designated either by CNO or by thecontrolling custodian of the aircraft.

RESERVE/RETENTION. Includes all aircraft which are stored andhence, inactive. Aircraft in Reserve/Retention are comprised oftwo sub-categories, those in RESERVE STOCK which are intended forfuture use with the operating program and those in MOBILIZATIONRESERVE which are planned for return to operating in the event ofmobilization.

RETIREMENT. The act or process which moves an aircraft from theprogram inventory to either strike, the strike process, or tostorage (in the case of an aircraft which has completed itsstandard service life).

REWORK . The restorative or additive work performed on an aircraft,aircraft equipment and aircraft support equipment by naval aircraftindustrial establishments, contractor’s plants and such otherindustrial organizations designated by the COMNAVAIRSYSCOM. Arework process extends from the time some of the work is starteduntil all of the work has been completed, including temporaryinterruptions in direct labor and including rework evaluation andtest and correction of discrepancies. See reference (a) and (b)for definitions of the two major categories (standard and special)and nine sub-categories of rework. Note : In the normalcircumstance, rework of aircraft is never accomplished byorganizational/intermedi ate level maintenance activities orpersonnel. If local circumstances require performing work by suchactivities which is of such scope and depth as to indicate apossible “rework” classification, contact CNO (OP-514) (via ACC) ona case by case basis for decision.

RFI (READY FOR ISSUE). Aircraft in such material condition as toenable issue to an operating unit for use without prior rework.

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SDLM . See STANDARD DEPOT LEVEL MAINTENANCE.

SERVICE LIFE. The life cycle specified by reference (b) for eachmodel program aircraft, from acceptance to strike, consisting ofalternate periods of operating and rework time. Aircraft be~omeeligible for strike upon completion of the life cycle specified.

SERVICE PERIOD. A prescribed segment of the service life ofaircraft models subject to the SDLM, SDLM/MODIFICATION (MOD),SDLM/CRASH DAMAGE, SDLM/CILOP, or Air Worthiness Inspection lifecycle (i.e., a stated number of Operating Service Months where theaircraft is in physical custody of an operating unit for use priorto standard rework or retirement). The number and length ofservice periods and other planning factors and policies are setforth in reference (b).

SPECIAL TEST, PERMANENT. Aircraft on special test programs byauthorized activities, or “contractor held”, whose configuration isso drastically changed that return of aircraft to its orjginalconfiguration or conversion to standard operational configurationis beyond practical or economical limits. PERMANENT SPECIAL TESTaircraft are designated by the status prefix symbol “N.” A numberof Navy PROJECT DEVELOPMENT aircraft are in the PERMANENT SPECIALTEST category.

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SPECIAL TEST, TEMPORARY. Aircraft on special test programs byauthorized organizations, or “contractor held”, having specialtest configuration or whose installed property has been temporarilyremoved to accommodate the test. At completion of the test theaircraft will be returned either to its original or standardoperational configuration. Aircraft in the process of BOARD OFInSpeCtiOn AND SURVEY (BIS), PRELIMINARY EVALUATION (PE) areconsidered in the TEMPORARY SPECIAL TEST category. Aircraft inthis situation will be designated by the status prefix symbol “J.”Upon completion of the tests and return of the aircraft to anoperational configuration, the status prefix symbol “J” will bedropped and so reported by XRAY action.

STANDARD DEPOT LEVEL MAINTENANCE (SDLM). SDLM is rework performedat a military rework facility or commercial contractor’s facilityat specific intervals during the service life of an aircraft.The intervals are based on operating service months, limitingflight hour accumulation, or in some cases, operating servicemonths and limiting flight hour accumulation (whichever is reachedfirst) . The intervals have been determined by engineeringanalysis. Also referred to as standard rework.

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SDLM - Provides for a comprehensive inspection of selectedaircraft structures and materials, critical defectcorrection, preventative maintenance as required andcompliance with all technical directives, to ensurereliability and operational availability of the aircraft, atminimum cost for the established operating service period.An aircraft SDLM specification prepared requirement usingReliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) analysis defines theexact scope of SDLM to be accomplished by government or privatecontractor activities.

SDLM/MOD - Accomplishment of the standard depot levelmaintenance concurrent with the installation of modificationssuch that total man–hours (SDLM plus MOD) exceed the workloadstandard man-hours for the basic SDLM specification by morethan 15 percent.

SDLM/CRASH DAMAGE - In addition to accomplishing SDLM, therepair and restoration to a serviceable condition that partof an aircraft that has sustained damage resulting from anaccident.

SDLM/CILOP - Accomplishment of the SDLM concurrent with theinstallation of modifications designated as CILOP.

SDLM/AIR WORTHINESS INSPECTION - Applicable to commercial off-the-shelf aircraft and provides for a periodic standardrework normally performed under manufacturer’s Federal AviationAgency (FAA) approved maintenance requirements in FederalAcquisition Regulation (FAR) PART 91 (NOTAL). Such reworkincludes a comprehensive inspection together with criticaldefect corrosion correction and compliance with outstanding FAAair worthiness directives and approved manufacturer’s servicebulletins.

MID-TERM INSPECTION - Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)and Age Exploration analysis may determine that certainaircraft require a MID–TERM inspection and correction ofcritical defects/corrosion repair. The interim requirement maybe accomplished at a rework facility, or in special cases, onlocation by a depot field team.

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STRIKE. The official action which removes an aircraft from thenaval inventory and commensurate reporting responsibilities of thisinstruction. The STRIKE categories are as follows (see paragraph117 of this instruction):

Category 1 - Loss or damage to the extent that(Damage) restoration is uneconomical or militarily

impractical.

Category 2 - Depreciation caused by time and usage(Depreciation) to the extent restoration is uneconomical or

militarily impractical.

Category 3 - Administrative decision.(Administrative)

Category 4 – Completion of standard service life as

(Completed defined (for each model) by reference (b).Service Life)

STATUS . A classification of the logistic processes or conditionswhich an aircraft will undergo during its service life. See Table2-2 of this instruction for detailed aircraft status codeinformation.

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TOTAL ACTIVE AIRCRAFT AUTHORIZATION (TAAA). The sum of the primaryand backup aircraft authorizations.

TOTAL ACTIVE AIRCRAFT INVENTORY (TAAI). The sum of the primary andbackup aircraft assigned to meet the total aircraft authorization.

TOTAL OVERALL AIRCRAFT INVENTORY (TOAI). The sum of the totalactive aircraft inventory and the inactive aircraft inventory.

TRANSFER. The act of conveying reporting/controlling custody of anaircraft to another custodian.

TYPE/MODEL/SERIES (TMS). See MODEL DESIGNATION.

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Al . COMBAT . Aircraft assigned primarily to inflict damageon the enemy.

A2 . COMBAT SUPPORT. Aircraft assigned primarily to providedirect support to forces which inflict damage on the enemy.

A3 . STUDENT PILOT/NFO/CREW TRAINING. Category includesaircraft assigned to syllabus training leading to designationas Naval Aviator or NFO and aircraft assigned for technicaland specialized training of crew personnel.

A4 . RESERVE TRAINING/POST STUDENT TRAINING. Aircraft .

assigned primarily for individual syllabus training ofdesignated Naval Aviators.

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A5 . SPECIAL PROJECTS. Aircraft assigned to scientificprograms or other missions not elsewhere classified.

A6 . PROFICIENCY FLYING PROGRAM. Aircraft assigned primarilyto provide the means for individuals to meet minimumproficiency standards imposed by CNO.

A’7 . WEAPONS SYSTEMS EVALUATION. Air~raft assigned primarilyfor tactical evaluation of aircraft anb associated weaponsystems.

A8. UTILITY. Aircraft assigned for non-scheduled transportof passengers for administrative purposes, courier serviceand special missions not elsewhere classified.

AH. Military Assistance Advisory Group (MWG), MISSION ANDATTACHE. Aircraft assigned to MAAG, MISSION and ATTACHEactivities.

AJ . TEST AIRCRAFT, NAVY OPERATED. Aircraft assignedprimarily for test of the aircraft or its components forpurposes of research, development and evaluation.

AK. TEST SUPPORT AIRCRAFT, NAVY OPERATED. Aircraft assignedto provide support to research, development and evaluationprograms by actual participation.

AL. SEARCH AND RESCUE. Aircraft assigned to shore basedactivities to provide search and rescue functions.

AM. EXECUTIVE TRANSPORT. Aircraft assigned primarily toadministrative transport of high ranking officers anddignitaries.

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