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FLIGHT LINE SUPPORT
FACILITIES DESIGN GUIDE
A I R M O B I L I T Y C O M M A N D
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Air Mobility Commands aircraft maintenance troops do greatwork in keeping the fleet ready to do its Global Reach mission.They need help to make sure they can get spare parts quicklyand easily, and thats what this Flight L ine Support FacilityDesign Guide is all about.
This Guide provides the roadmap for planning, programming,and designing projects that will give AMC the facilities it needsto preposition parts on the flight line and put them into thehands of maintainers when they need them. The result will beimproved morale and productivity for AMCs people andgreater mission capability for the Air Mobility Team.
The A ir M obility Team... Responsive Global Reach for America.. . Every Day!
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Chapter 1Introduction
A. Purpose........................................1
B. Design Guide Scope and Use.........1
1.Project Initiation
2.Site Selection
3.Design
4.Interior Finishes and Furnishings
C. Flight Line Support
Facility.........................................2
Chapter 2Program
A. General.........................................3
1.Planning and Programming
Considerations
2.Flight Line Support Facility
3.Aircraft Parts Flow Process
B. Administrative Functions..............4
C. Support Area Functions................4
D. Warehouse Functions....................4
Chapter 2Program(Contd)
E. Special Storage Functions..............5
1.Inside Storage
2.External Storage
F. Space Criteria...............................5
1.Planning Considerations
2.Standard Facility Requirements
G. Site Evaluation..............................9
1.Location
2.Size
H.Special Project Considerations.....10
Chapter 3Overall ProjectDesign
A. General.......................................11
B. Site Design.................................111.Selection
2.Access
3.Utilities
4.Landscaping
Chapter 3Overall ProjectDesign (Contd)
C. Building Design..........................12
1.Organization and Circulation
2.Architectural Character,
Materials, and Finishes
3.Supervision and Security
4.Flexibility and Expansion
Potential
5.Disabled Access
6.Special Considerations for
Renovations
D. Building Systems.........................14
1.Structural
2.Heating, Ventilating, and Air
Conditioning
3.Plumbing
4.Electrical
5.Fire Protection6.Communications
7.Material Handling System
Table of Contents
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Chapter 4Functional Areaand Space Criteria
A. General.......................................19
B. Administration............................19
1.Design Considerations
2.Parts and Components
Administration
3.Flight Line Support
Administration
4.OICs/NCOICs Office
Chapter 4Functional Areaand Space Criteria(Contd)
C. Support Areas.............................20
1.Design Considerations
2.Customer Service Entrance
3.Mechanical Room
4.Electrical Room
5.Communications Room
6.Rest Rooms
7.Janitors Closet
D. Warehouse..................................21
1.Design Considerations
2.High-Density Parts Storage
3.Readiness Spares Packages Pallet
Storage Space
4.Readiness Spares Packages
Buildup Area
5.Readiness Spares Packages
Loading Dock
6.Truck Loading Dock
Chapter 4Functional Areaand Space Criteria(Contd)
7.Parts Counter
8.Bulk Storage Area
9.Reparable Parts/Tail Number
Parts/TCTO Parts
E. Special Storage Requirements......23
1.Design Considerations
2.Avionics and Electronic
Components Storage
3.Classified Storage
4.Battery Storage
5.Outside Storage
Chapter 5Interior Finishes
A.General.......................................25
B. Finish Schedule...........................25
C. Furniture....................................26
References.........................28
Table of Contents (Cont'd.)
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Table of Contents (Cont'd.)
List of Tables
Table Number Page Number Description
Table 2-A 6 Space Requirements for the Flight Line Support Facility andStorage Areas
Table 2-B 7 RSP Space Requirements for PalletsTable 2-C 8 Space Requirements for the Administration Areas
Table 2-D 8 Space Requirements for the Support Areas
Table 2-E 8 Space Requirements for the Warehouse Areas
Table 2-F 8 Space Requirements for the Special Storage Areas
Table 2-G 9 Space Requirements for a Typical Flight Line Support Facility
Table 5-A 26 Finish Schedule for the Flight Line SupportFacility Administration
Table 5-B 27 Finish Schedule for the Flight Line SupportFacility Support Areas
Table 5-C 27 Finish Schedule for the Flight Line SupportFacility Warehouse
Table 5-D 27 Finish Schedule for the Flight Line SupportFacility Special Storage
List of Figures
Figure Number Page Number Description
Figure 1-A 2 Functional Area Relationships for the Warehouse and SupportAreas within the Flight Line Support Facility
Figure 2-A 5 Functional Area Relationships for the Flight Line Support Facility
Figure 2-B 7 Graphic Illustration of Readiness Spares Package (RSP) PalletStorage Space
Figure 3-A 11 Site Organization Concept for the Flight Line Support Facility
Figure 3-B 13 Site Organization Relationships for the Flight LineSupport Facility
Figure 4-A 21 Floor Plan for the Typical Flight Line Support Facility
Figure 5-A 30 Color Boards
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Introduction
A.Purpose
This guide provides the basic criteriato evaluate, plan, program, and designAir Mobility Command (AMC) flightline support facilities to sustain a sup-
ply of parts and components to main-tain aircraft. This facility supports thefollowing AMC aircraft: C-5, C-17,C-141, and KC-135. The C-9, C-21,and KC-10 are supported by Con-tractor Operated and Managed BaseSupply (COMBS), and their facilityrequirements are governed by govern-ment contracts.
It is intended to make commandersand their staffs aware of importantdesign considerations and to aid inproject development. Planning andprogramming for a flight line supportfacility should consider all aspects ofparts storage and handling necessaryto support aircraft maintenance andrepair. Additionally, a quality designwill maximize effective use of avail-able space to support an efficient air-craft parts flow process.
B. Design GuideScope and Use
This guide applies to the design ofall new construction and renovationprojects for flight line support facili-ties. It provides the overall criteriafor determining requirements, site
evaluation and planning, and designof exterior and interior areas.
Use this guide to supplement otherAir Force and Department of Defense(DoD) policies and instructionsto identify individual constructionproject requirements. The Require-ments and Management Plan(RA MP) defines the program fordesign of an individual MilitaryConstruction (MILCON) project.It includes functional requirements,design criteria, and cost information.
The material in this guide providesthe basis for preparing the RAMP.
1. Project I nitiation
Information required for preparationof the DD Form 1391, which initiatesproject development, is found inChapter 2. This includes considera-tions of the space criteria to deter-mine overall building size, siteevaluation, and special factors to beused in the cost estimates.
2. Sit e Selecti on
This is generally part of the master
planning process. It is completedprior to preparing a DD Form 1391for an individual project. However,project programming requirementsdeveloped in the DD Form 1391phase may require a re-evaluation ofsite selection decisions.
For guidance in evaluating sites for aproject, see Chapter 2, Section G, SiteEvaluation.
3. Design
a.The design of a project is typically
developed in progressive phases, i.e.,planning and programming, conceptand preliminary drawings, and finalworking drawings. Design guidancefor all of these design phases is cov-ered in Chapters 2 through 4.
b. Chapter 2 provides basic planningand programming criteria, along withtables for determining square footagerequirements.
c. Chapter 3 presents concept andpreliminary design considerationssuch as the location of a facility ona site, the design of the facility andsupport utilities, as well as specifictechnical guidance.
d. Chapter 4 addresses specific designissues concerning individual function-al areas, which are important forpreliminary and working drawings.In this chapter, illustrative designs and
photographs help clarify the designguidance of the preceding chapters.
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CUSTOMERSERVICEENTRANCE
SPECIALSTORAGE
SUPPORTAREAS
WAREHOUSE
TWO ADMINISTRATION AREAS PARTS AND COMPONENTS
ADMINISTRATION(UPPER LEVEL)
FLIGHT LINE SUPPORTADMINISTRATION(LOWER LEVEL)
Figure 1-A: Functional Area Relationships for the Warehouse and Support Areas within the Flight Line Support Facility.
4. I nterior Fini shes and
FurnishingsChapter 5 provides recommendationsfor selection of interior materials, fin-ishes, and colors. Carefully selectedinterior finishes and furnishings areessential for a quality design.
C.Flight LineSupportFacility
See Figure 1-A for functional arearelationships of the warehouse andsupport areas within the flight linesupport facility.
a.The flight line support facility isan essential element of the aircraftmaintenance program. Its functionis to provide maintenance units withavionics, components, spare parts,
and assemblies necessary to maintainaircraft. Also, the readiness spares
packages (RSPs) are assembled andmaintained in this area.
b.This facility has four components:
Administrative Areas
Parts and components
Flight line support
Support areas
Warehouse
Special storagec.The administrative space isseparated into two different spaces(flight line support administration,and parts and components administra-tion). Space requirements mayinclude private supervisory offices andadministrative support for ordering,tracking, and distributing aircraft
avionics, components, spare parts,and assemblies. Parts and compo-
nents administration also providesvisual security for the warehouse area.
d.The support area includes spacefor electrical, communications,mechanical, and rest rooms.
e.The warehouse includes spaceto store and retrieve aircraft parts.Specific space requirements arenecessary for high-density storage,RSP pallet buildup, RSP pallet stor-
age, bulk storage, RSP loading dock,truck loading dock, parts counter, andreparable parts, tail number parts, andtime compliance technical order(TCTO) parts.
f. The special storage area includesavionics and electronic components,classified storage (sensitive/pilferablematerials), and battery storage.
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A. General
1. Planning and Programming
Considerations
a. Planning, programming, anddesigning a flight line support facility
normally requires extensive coordina-tion. This coordination is importantbecause of the different organizationsinvolved in developing facilityrequirements.
b. Personnel likely to have facilityplanning and design inputs areas follows:
Wing commander
Wing safety officer
Operations group commander
Logistics group commander
Support group commander
Supply squadron commander
Aircraft generation squadroncommander
Communications squadroncommander
Transportation squadroncommander
Civil engineer squadroncommander
Fire chief
Security police squadroncommander
2. Fli ght L ine Support Facili ty
a.The supply and distribution ofstored aircraft parts and war reserveoperating materials are managed inthis facility. Major supply functionsinclude the following:
Demand processing and missioncapable stock control
Reparable parts processing
Inventory processing
Bench stock inventory control
Processing of readiness spares andin-place spares packages
Storage and issue of stocks
Re-supply of enroute system
Combat supply operations
3. A ir craft Part s Flow Process
a.To fully understand the functionalarea relationships of this facility, itis important to consider the variousactivities and flow of parts, compo-nents, and assemblies through theflight line support facility.
b.There are specific requirements for
each type of aircraft when developinga functional layout for a flight linesupport facility. Investigate shippingand receiving requirements, and tailorthem to the base supply system ofoperation. In developing the require-ments for support facilities, the prima-ry consideration is the flow of materialinto and out of the facility.
Chapter 2
Program
Facilities should present a cohesive architectural image as the facility above demonstrates.
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c. After receipt of a part, component,or assembly at the flight line supportfacility, the item is processed andstored in its respective storage area.Special storage areas for specific mate-rial items are required as follows:
Aircraft Electronic Components -An environmentally controlledarea
Batteries -A specifically designedbattery room
Classified Storage -A secure roomd.The parts and components admin-istration function requisitions specificparts, components, or assemblies whena minimum inventory stockage leveloccurs.
e. Deployable units have RSP kitrequirements. These kits are main-tained in the RSP pallet area on cargopallets. Flight line support is responsi-ble for inventorying and restockingthe kits.
B. AdministrativeFunctions
a. Parts and Components Admin-istration -Coordinates the requisitionand distribution of parts, components,and assemblies to support aircraftoperations 24-hours a day, seven daysa week.
b. Flight Line Support Admin-istration - Provides the primaryinterface with the customer, andmanages the flight line support facility24-hours a day, seven days a week.
c. Officer-in-Charge/Noncommis-sioned Officer-in-Charge (OICs/NCOICs) Office-For managementfunctions in the facility
C. Support AreaFunctions
a. Customer Service Entrance -Locate the entrance so that it is clear-ly visible for public access of visitorsand customers.
b. Rest Rooms -Centrally locate restrooms for men and women.
c. Mechanical Room -Space forheating, ventilating, and air condi-tioning equipment (HVAC), electri-cal service, and fire detection andalarm equipment.
d. Electrical Room -Room for prima-ry electrical systems necessary tosupport the entire facility.
e. Communications Room -A loca-tion for the building telecommunica-tions systems and telephone switchingequipment.
D.WarehouseFunctions
a. High-Density Storage -This areaconsists of a number of high bay stor-age racks with aisles wide enough for
the material handling equipment tomaneuver easily.
b. RSP Pallet Buildup Area -Thislarge open area within the warehouseis for the buildup and maneuveringof RSPs.
c. RSP Pallet Storage Area -Thetype of aircraft and the squadron sizewill determine the overall size of thisarea. This area is adjacent to the RSPbuildup area and accommodates theRSP containers and cargo pallets.Position the pallets in single rows.
d. Bulk Storage - Provide an areafor parts that are too large for high-density storage. Locate these itemson the mezzanine above the RSP pal-let storage area.
e. RSP Loading Dock -This area isfor 463L cargo pallets and loaderequipment. Provide an in-floormounted scale that will handle cargopallets and is capable of accuratelymeasuring cargo pallet weights of up
to 10,000 pounds. Locate the scalenear the RSP dock.
f. Truck Loading Dock - A locationto receive parts and components frombase supply or depots.
g. Parts Counter - An area locatednear the customer service entrance.
h. Reparable Parts/Tail NumberParts/TCTO Parts - An area nearthe truck loading dock for storageof parts until they are picked up bya maintenance unit.
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E. Special Storage
Functions1. I nside Storage
a. Avionics and ElectronicComponents Storage -An environ-mentally controlled storage area foravionics and other electroniccomponents.
b. Classified Storage - An area forstorage of sensitive or pilferable mate-rials. Enclose this roomwith fire-rated
walls and a vault door.
c. Battery Storage - A special storagearea with ventilation and specialexhaust for nickel cadmium batterycells. Provide a battery shop andrecharging capability within the flightline support facility if the base doesnot have one.
2. External Storage
a. Outside Storage -A fenced, paved,and lighted area for material and foroperating material handling equipment.
b. Covered Storage -Spaceto storesupplies, equipment, and material notrequiring closed warehouse space, but
requiring covered protection from theweather. Covered storage space isconstructed without complete sideand end walls. This space can beincluded within the warehouse in coldclimates.
F. Space Criteria
1. Planning Considerati ons
a. Define the size, type, number, andfunctional area relationships of spacesrequired to support the flight line sup-port facility.
b. Development of space require-ments should take into consideration
TWO STORAGE LEVELS MEZZANINE BULK
STORAGE AREA(UPPER LEVEL)
RSP PALLET STORAGE AREA(LOWER LEVEL)
HIGH-DENSITYSTORAGE
RSP PALLET BUILDUP AREA
ORDERPICKERRECHARGE
RSPLOADINGDOCK
TRUCKLOADINGDOCK
CUSTOMERSERVICEENTRANCE
RSPWEIGHTSCALESAREA
PARTSCOUNTER
RESTROOM
BATTERYSTORAGE
AVIONICSANDELECTRONICCOMPONENTS
STORAGE
MECHANICALROOM
ELECTRICALROOM
COMMUNICATIONSROOM
CLASSIFIEDSTORAGE
ADMINISTRATIONENTRANCE
OIC'S ANDNCOIC'SOFFICE
TWO ADMINISTRATION AREAS PARTS AND COMPONENTS
ADMINISTRATION(UPPER LEVEL)
FLIGHT LINE SUPPORTADMINISTRATION(LOWER LEVEL)
REPARABLE PARTS/TAIL NUMBER/TCTO PARTS
Figure 2-A: Functional Area Relationships for the Flight Line Support Facility.
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the existing facilities relative to cur-rent and future needs. Requirementsare governed largely by the types ofaircraft assigned to the base and thenumber of parts and componentsnecessary to support the overall main-tenance effort. Other considerationsare as follows:
Circulation and storage of materialhandling equipment
Sufficient space for the number ofRSPs necessary to support a 30-day
deployment
Administrative areas for account-ability and control of parts
Space for receiving and shipmentof reparable parts, components, andassemblies between the facility,depots, and manufacturers
2. Standard Facilit y
Requirementsa.The size of the facility is deteminedby the number of aircraft assignedand RSP pallet requirements.
Table 2-A: Space Requirementsfor the Flight Line Support Facilityand Storage Areas -Use this table todetermine space requirements and howto calculate the gross square footage forthe C-5, C-17, C-141, and KC-135flight line support facilities and open/covered storage.
Table 2-B: RSP Space Require-ments for Pallets -Use this table todetermine space requirements for theRSP pallet storage and buildup areasfor the C-5, C-17, C-141, and KC-135aircraft. In addition, a formula isincluded to calculate the square
footage requirements. (Figure 2-Bgraphically illustrates the RSPstorage space.)
b.The recommended sizes of thefunctional areas for a flight line sup-port facility are shown in Tables 2-Cthrough 2-F, and graphically illustrat-ed in Figure 2-A, page 5.
Table 2-C: Space Requirementsfor Administration Areas -Squarefootage requirements for the partsand components administration,and flight support administrationopen office areas are determinedfrom this table.
Table 2-D: Space Requirementsfor Support Areas -This table pro-vides an example of areas required forthe flight line support facility.
Space Requirements per Assigned Aircraft TypeC-5 C-17 C-141 KC-135
Flight Line Support Facility(1) 857 SF 625 SF 546 SF 625 SF
Open Storage 396 SF 396 SF 198 SF 198 SF
Covered Storage 100 SF 100 SF 30 SF 30 SF
Gross Square Footage Calculation Example
Assume: 32 assigned C-5 aircraft
Example:
Flight Line Support Facility 32 aircraft x 857 SF = 27,424 SF 2,548 SM(2)
Open Storage 32 aircraft x 396 SF = 12,672 SF 1,177 SM(2)
Covered Storage 32 aircraft x 100 SF = 3,200 SF 297 SM(2)
Legend for Table 2-A.
SF - Square Footage (1) Square footage has been adjusted for high-density storage and storage requirements
SM - Square Meters for RSP are included (see Figure 2-B for space allocation).
(2) SM = .0929 x SF (all measurements are rounded).
Table 2-A: Space Requirements for the Flight Line Support Facility and Storage Areas.
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Space Requirements for RSP Pallets
Type of Storage C-5 C-17 C-141 KC-135
RSP Pallet Storage Area (per Pallet) 146.4 SF 146.4 SF 146.4 SF 146.4 SF
RSP Pallet Buildup Area (per Pallet) 32 SF 32 SF 32 SF 32 SF
Established Criteria:
A 463L cargo pallet is 108 x 88 (7.3 x 9) or 65.7 SF
Using Figure 2-B for illustration, the space required to store 25 pallets of RSP, including 5 foot aisles on all sides,
plus an additional pallet space to permit pallet movement while on the conveyor system would be:
48.8 x 75 = 3,660 SF
3,660 SF divided by 25 pallets = 146.4 SF of storage space per pallet
Example using 32 Pallets (Note that Figure 2-B does not apply):
RSP Pallet Storage Area: 32 pallets x 146.4 SF per pallet = 4,685 SF 435 SM(1)
RSP Pallet Buildup Area: 32 pallets x 32 SF per pallet = 1,024 SF 95 SM(1)
Legend for Table 2-B.
SF - Square Footage (1) SM = .0929 x SF (all measurements are rounded).
SM -Square Meters
9' 9' 9' 9' 9'
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
(36.5
FT
.X75FT.=2737.5
SF)
36.5
65.7SF
AISLE
5'
AISLE
5'
AISLE
5'
AISLE
5'
AISLE
5'AISLE
5'
AISLE
5'
463L CARGO PALLET108" X 88"
EXTRA EXTRA EXTRA EXTRAEXTR APALLETPOSITIONFOR MOV ING
5
75'
(48.8 FT. X 75 FT. = 3,660 SF)
7.3
'
7.3
'
7.3'
7.3
'
7.3
'
7.3
'
7.3
'
7.3
'
43
.8'
48.8
'
7.3
'
Table 2-B: RSP Space Requirements for Pallets.
Figure 2-B: Graphic Illustration of Readiness Spares Package (RSP) Pallet Storage Space.
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Area SF SM
Avionics and ElectronicComponents Storage(3) 1,000 93
Classified Storage(3)
300 28Battery Storage(3) 150 14
Net Subtotal SpecialStorage 1,450 135(1)
Area SF SM
Customer Service 100 9
Mechanical Room(4) 240 22
Electrical Room 48 4
Communications Room 48 4
Rest Rooms(5)
408 38Break Room(6) 600 56
Janitors Closet 50 5
Net Subtotal Support Area 1,494 139(1)
Area SF SM
Parts and ComponentsAdministration(2) 990 92
Flight Line SupportFacility Administration(2) 990 92
OICs/NCOICs Office(3) 270 25
Net Subtotal Administration 2,250 209(1)
Area SF SMHigh-Density Storage 12,383 1,150
RSP Pallet Storage Area(7) 4,685 435
RSP Pallet Buildup Area(7) 1,024 95
RSP Loading Dock 150 14
Truck Loading Dock 250 23
Reparable Parts/Tail Number Parts/TCTO Parts(3) 1,500 139
Net Subtotal Warehouse 19,992 1,856(1)
Functional Space Requirements for
Administration
Legend for Tables 2-C Through 2-F.
SF - Square Footage
SM - Square Meters(1) SM =.0929 x SF (all measurements are rounded). (4) Square footage is based on 8% of gross administration area.(2) Square footage is based on 90 Net SF per person with systems furniture. (5) Square footage is based on National Plumbing Code for occupancy and(3) Individual units may have specific requirements which drive number of fixtures for up to 100 people.
an increase or decrease in space for specific functional areas. These (6) Square footage is based on 40 seats at 15 SF per seat, plus vending area.deviations from this standard should be fully justified and documented (7) Square footage is based on 32 pallets (see Table 2-B and Figure 2-B).during planning and programming of the facility.
Functional Space Requirements forSupport Areas
Table 2-C: Space Requirements for the Administration Areas.
Table 2-D: Space Requirements for the Support Areas.
Functional Space Requirements
for Warehouse
Table 2-E: Space Requirements for the Warehouse Areas.
Functional Space Requirementsfor Special Storage
Table 2-F: Space Requirements for the Special Storage Areas.
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Table 2-E: Space Requirementsfor Warehouse Areas - Arearequirements for general purposeand support areas include high-density storage, RSP pallets, load-ing docks, reparable parts, and
TCTO kits.
Table 2-F: Space Requirements forSpecial Storage Areas -Use thistable to determine square footagerequirements for areas that havespecial needs, i.e. security fencing,
special ventilation and exhaust, andsecurity/surveillance.
Table 2-G: Space Requirementsfor a Flight Line Support Facility -
This table provides an exampleofthe square footage requirementsfor a typical facility.
G.Site Evaluation
1. Location
a. Locate the flight line supportfacility adjacent to the flight line,near the center of aircraft mainte-nance activities.
b. Include vehicle access for partsdelivery and pickup.
c. Include sufficient parking forpersonnel and customers.
2. Si ze
a. Site size depends upon gross buildingsquare footage; space required foraccess, maneuvering and parking oftractor trailers; and space requiredfor access and parking of government-owned vehicles (GOVs) and privatelyowned vehicles (POVs) away from themajor roadways.
b. Prior to the preparation of DDForm 1391, preliminary site designshould be performed to ensure the
facility, parking, loading docks, andexterior storage can be accommodated.
c. Include fire lanes in accordancewith local fire codes.
Area SF SM
Subtotal Administration 2,250 209(Table 2-C)
Subtotal Support Area 1,494 139(Table 2-D)
Subtotal Warehouse 19,992 1,856(Table 2-E)
Subtotal Special Storage 1,450 135(Table 2-F)
Net Total Flight Line Support Facility 25,186 2,339
15% Walls and Circulation 3,778 351Gross Total Flight Line Support Facility 28,964 2,690
(1)
Gross Total Functional Space Requirementsfor a Flight Line Support Facility
Table 2-G: Space Requirements for a Typical Flight Line Support Facility.
Legend for Table 2-G.
SF - Square Footage
SM - Square Meters
(1) SM =.0929 x SF (all measurements are rounded).
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H.Special Project
ConsiderationsConsider special factors when estab-lishing initial estimates of projectcosts (see relevant sections ofChapters 3 and 4). Specialconsiderations are:
Weather Conditions -Evaluatelocal wind, snow, and seismicconditions for their impact onproject costs.
Preliminary Soil Analysis -Determine whether specializedsite and foundation work will berequired.
High-Bay Construction -Requiredto support high-density storagewith 30-foot minimum clearanceunder the roof structure.
Mezzanine -Design structuralcolumns to accommodate a mezza-nine at a height of 15 feet abovethe floor.
High-Density Rack Storage -In earthquake zones, incorporatebracing.
Mid-Level Sprinklers - Locatein high-density rack storage andunder mezzanines in accordancewith applicable fire coderequirements.
Standby Power Generation -Install an uninterruptible powersupply for computers controllinginventory and electrical materialhandling equipment.
Recessed Floor-Mounted Scale -Provide a scale to weigh cargo
pallets.
Floor Design -Floors must belevel. Design to support 500pounds per square foot loadingfor rack storage and materialhandling equipment.
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Overall ProjectDesign
AMC FLIGHT LINESUPPORT FACILITY
A.General
This chapter presents broad criteria
for locating a flight line supportfacility on a site, design of the facilityand its supporting utilities, and tech-nical requirements.
B. Site Design
1. Selecti on
a. See Figure 3-A for the site organi-zation concept.
b. Facilities should comply with air-field clearance requirements for build-ing height and setbacks.
c. A typical site layout and the sitesorganizational relationship to theflight line and maintenance units are
illustrated in Figure 3-B.d. Building orientation should takeinto account the following factors:
Protection from winds and glare
Chapter 3
PARTSPICKUPPARKING
ADMINISTRATIONENTRANCE
CUSTOMERENTRANCE
FENCE
SQ
OPS/AMU
RSP
SHIPPING
HANGAR
AIRCRAFT
PARKING
APRON
OUTSIDESTORAGE
CUSTOMERPARKING
COVERED STORAGE
TRUCKLOADINGDOCK
MAIN ENTRANCE
MECHANICALENTRANCE
STAFFPARK ING
ALTERNATE TRUCK ENTRANCE
FLIGHT LINESUPPORTFACILITY
Figure 3-A: Site Organization Concept for the Flight Line Support Facility.
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Shade from excessive sun inwarm climates
Orient operable windows to takeadvantage of summer breezes
Maximum sun exposure in coldclimates
2. Access
a. Locate the building on the sitewith two vehicle entrances: a conve-nient main entrance and an alternatetruck entrance.
b. Design a clearly identifiable accessroute to the customer entrance fromthe customer parking lots.
c. Segregate service traffic fromother traffic and pedestrian access.Keep traffic control signs to a mini-mum and use them only for safe inte-gration of vehicle traffic.
3 . Ut i l it ies
a. In accordance with local serviceprocedures, provide:
Water, sanitary sewer, andstormwater systems, plus naturalgas, steam service, or fuel/oilsystems
Electric, telephone, sprinkler, firealarm, and communications systems
4. Landscaping
a. Use landscape elements to definethe site and the main entrances.Landscaping should present an attrac-tive image for the facility, as well asnatural screening for separationbetween parking areas.
C.BuildingDesign
1. Organization and
Circulationa.The main entrance should providedirect access to the parts counter.
b. Design functional spaces for maxi-mum flexibility to allow for efficientstorage and retrieval of aircraft parts.
The general warehouse consists oflarge, open bay areas of bulk, bin,and RSP storage. The maximumstorage height is 24 feet.
c. Locate the mezzanine above theRSP pallet storage area. This areaprovides storage for large bulk items.
d. Maintain a large open area, adja-cent to the RSP area, for buildup andmaneuvering of the RSP pallets.
e. Locate the loading dock for RSPshipping on the side of the buildingnearest the flight line.
f. Locate the parts and componentsadministration office so that the staffcan maintain visual supervision andsecurity of the warehouse.
g.The rest rooms should have a cen-tralized, prominent location.
2. Ar chitectural Character,
M ateri als, and Fin ishes
a. Integrate the architectural andinterior design of the facility. Thearchitectural style and form should be
consistent with the base ArchitecturalCompatibility Guide.
b.The design team should usecomprehensive interior design servicesto ensure interior finishes and furnish-ings are properly coordinated, as wellas appropriate. See Chapter 5 forsuggested interior finishes.
c.The overall complex should pre-sent a cohesive architectural image.
d. Provide a variety of spaces andsubspaces to accommodate differentsize groups and activities. Use modu-lar systems furniture in the parts andcomponents and flight line supportadministration areas to economize onspace, to provide flexibility, and topromote a sense of organization andvisual order.
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Figure 3-B: Site Organization Relationships for the Flight Line Support Facility.
AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
HANGAR
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AMU
AIRCRAFT
PARKING
APRON
OUTSIDE
STORAGECOVERED
STORAGE
LANDSCAPINGAS VISUAL
BUFFER
TYPICAL
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FLIGHTLINE
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3. Supervision and Securit y
a.The flight line support administra-tive facility handles a high-valueinventory which requires security andsupervision.
b.The parts and components admin-istration function should provide visualsupervision of the warehouse area.
c. Limit access to high-value storageareas to assigned personnel. Use cardaccess for all access points inside and
outside the facility. The access systemshould identify and record all personswho enter or leave the facility.
4. Flexibili ty and Expansion
Potential
a. Design the warehouse site toaccommodate change or expansion asmission or assigned aircraft change.Consider providing land adjacent tothe warehouse to accommodate a
100% facility expansion.b.The large RSP buildup area isa perfect example of flexible spaceusage since it is used for buildup ofpallets, movement of parts, and otherlarge components.
5. D isabled Access
All areas should be barrier free andaccessible to the physically disabled inaccordance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and UniformFederal Accessibility Standards.
6. Special Considerations for
Renovationsa.Two factors that may necessitatenew construction are the availabilityof high-bay areas with a minimumclearance of 30 feet, and the ability ofthe floor to sustain 500 pounds persquare foot loadings. This may limitthe use of otherwise availableexisting space.
b. When retrofitting an existingbuilding, select a suitable, permanentstructure large enough to accommo-date the full range of storage func-tions. The structural system andfloors should be open and relativelycolumn-free. The building layoutshould control customer access andprovide security for the warehouse.
c. Survey and analyze existing build-ings for energy efficiency upgrade.
D.BuildingSystems
1. Structural
a. Select a cost-effective framingsystem based on size, projectedload requirements, and availabilityof materials and local labor.
Projected load requirements for thefacility include the following:
Floor slab
High-bay parts storage systemloading
Bulk storage loading
High-bay clear spans
b. Select and design the structuralsystem based on analysis of projectedfuture needs to accommodate expan-sion easily and economically; howev-
er, do notover design the initialconstruction.
c. Design building structural compo-nents to reflect space requirements,economy, and subsystem dimensions(e.g., ceiling grid, masonry units, fram-ing members, etc.).
2. Heating, Ventilating, and
A ir Conditioning
a. Perform a life-cycle cost analysisof available energy sources.
b. Interior design temperatures andrelative humidity levels should con-form to Air Force standards.
c. Provide mechanical air circulationin public areas with limited or no airconditioning.
d.The mechanical air system shouldintroduce outside fresh air.
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e. Design this facility to meet federal
energy conservation standards definedin 10 CFR (Code of Federal Regula-tions), Energy Conservation Volun-tary Performance Standards for NewBuildings; Mandatory for FederalBuildings.
f. Providezone controls (temperaturesensors with remote adjustmentinstead of thermostats) to maintaindifferent environmental conditions
in all functional areas. Some areasof the facility may require operation ofenvironmental systems when otherareas are closed.
g. Provide mechanical exhausts forthe rest rooms.
h. Provide for connection to the base
Energy Monitoring and ControlSystem (EMCS).
3. Plumbing
a. Provide domestic hot and coldwater, sanitary and storm drainage,plus propane or natural gas systems,if required.
b. For general use, provide hot andcold water to all rest rooms, sinks, and
janitors closets.
c. Provide shut-off valves at allplumbing fixtures.
d. Provide frost-free hose bibs on allexterior walls if local climate condi-tions justify them.
4. Electrical
a. Provide electric service, includingdistribution equipment, wiring, recep-tacles and grounding, interior andexterior lighting and controls, emer-gency lighting, telephone, and firealarms.
b. Provide a back-up generator for24-hour operation.
c. Evaluate and include the followingpower needs to determine the totalelectric service capacity:
Photo card key access
Engine warming receptacles whenneeded in severe cold climates
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A large open area is required to build up and maneuver RSP pallets. The mezzanine area is used for bulk storage. (Grand Forks AFB, ND)
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d. All service equipment should beUnderwriters Laboratories-listed.
As an alternative, providepublished proof from a bona fideindependent testing laboratory.
e. General convenience receptaclesand special power outlets should becommercial grade. Conveniencereceptacles should be a maximum of12 feet apart. Provide special poweroutlets and circuits for all computerequipment as required.
f. General lighting in office areasshould be fluorescent with low tem-perature energy efficient ballastsand lamps. Indirect lighting systemsof the high-intensity discharge orfluorescent types may be used wherepractical.
g. Use of incandescent lightingshould be kept to a minimum becauseof energy efficiency and frequency of
maintenance. Incandescent lightingshould have an extended life of atleast 2,500 hours.
h. Lighting control systemsshould include dimmers to auto-matically reduce intensity levels ofartificial lighting when natural lightis available.
i. Use high-intensity discharge lightsources for exterior lighting of parking
areas, walkways, and buildingentrances.
j. Install illuminated exit signs, pub-lic address systems, and battery pow-ered emergency lighting.
k. Surveillance systems in designatedareas should have at least two levelsof detection.
5. Fire Protection
a. Facilities should be of noncom-bustible construction.
b. Hazardous or combustible suppliesmust be contained within a fire-ratedenclosure.
c. Provide sprinkler coverage in theaircraft wheel and tire assemblies stor-
age area.
6. Communications
a.The base communicationssquadron, in coordination with thesystem telecommunications engineer-ing manager, can provide details oncommunications requirements anddesign for the buildings internal andexternal phone and data connectivity,as well as alarm system wiring.
b. Incorporate requirements intobuilding design specifications andinclude connectivity to base phones,with data infrastructure systemssufficient to support the maximumplanned number of building occu-pants. These requirements areas follows:
Phone Connections - Providesufficient preinstalled connections
to support the maximum plannednumber of people in each area.Consider future growth, modemconnections, and special require-ments (pay phones, etc.).
Administrative Data Connections(Local Area Networks - LANs) -Provide administrative computerand LAN printer connectivity.Also provide specialized computerconnectivity to support the basemission when required.
FiberOptic Connectivity - Maybe required (internally to severallocations and/or externally to sys-tem nodes) to support AMC com-mand, control, communications,
and computer systems. Hands-Free, Two-Way Intercom
(Public Address System) - Providethroughout the facility, with wall-mounted speaker units.
7. M ateri al Handling System
a.The Material Handling Engineer-ing Branch at Wright-Patterson AFB,OH (DSN: 787-3078), is the focalpoint for designing and funding
material handling systems. The fol-lowing material handling guidanceincludes recommendations that maybe altered after further study atbase level.
b. Store most parts in a high-densitysystem with a maximum storage heightof 24 feet. Storage should be a combi-nation of the following:
Bins-Stored on adjustable shelv-
ing set initially 6 inches apart. Open Shelf Storage -Wire rack
over framework, 24 inches highand/or 30 inches deep, withadjustable heights for maximum use.
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Pallet racks - Design for standardAir Force Pallets, 40 deep x 48wide (not to be confused with 463Lcargo pallets which are 108 x 88).Design should consider a possibleload overhang of four inches totalin either direction, a 3,000 poundload, and adjustable verticalspacing for maximum use.
Special Rack - For storage of tireand wheel assemblies. This rackmaintains the tires in an upright,
secured position to prevent themfrom rolling. Because of tire weightand size, they should be stored onthe floor or on the first level of theracks.
Parts Carousel -For small parts
Cantilever Racks -For storinghydraulic tubing, sheet metal,and items too bulky for rackstorage. The length of the sup-port arms and load capacitymust be suitable for specificitems to be stored.
c. Items that are too bulky for rackstorage can be stored on the openmezzanine above the cargo palletstorage area.
d. Aircraft parts in the high-densitysystem are stored and retrieved usingman-up turret trucks. Note that
storing high-demand items at levelsbelow six feet will permit manualpicking of many of these items with-out the turret trucks.
e. In-rack sprinkler systems arerequired for racks over 12 feet high.
f. Use a pallet jack to move materialsstored on the mezzanine. Equip themezzanine storage areas with a 1,000-pound capacity vertical reciprocatingconveyor (VRC) for lifting and lower-ing material to the mezzanine level.
The mezzanine should also have aremovable section of railing for liftingitems too bulky for the VRC and as abackup in case of VRC malfunction.
Vertical spacing of high-density storage racks should be adjustable for maximum use. (Grand Forks AFB, ND)
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g. Provide floor-mounted roller con-veyors for staging the cargo pallets.
h. Building floors should be levelwithin 0.125 inches in 10 feet, withno more than 0.5 inch deviation inthe entire building area used by turrettrucks. Aisle width between rack facesshould be 68 inches for turret trucksand 60 inches for order-picking trucks.
i. The storage racks and shelvesshould be designed for rail guidance.(The floor rail down the aisle andcurbs at the ends of the shelving,painted yellow in the photo below,prevent the turret truck from comingin contact with the storage racks.)
The lowest level of storage must beeven with or above the top of the rail.Design the racks, shelves, and railguidance so that the area under therack or shelf is either cleanable or
sealed to prevent the accumulation oftrash or dust.
j. Provide a battery charging areafor the turret trucks. This area shouldbe large enough for two to three vehi-cles and permit removal of batterieswith minimum manual effort. Provideadequate ventilation to prevent hydro-gen accumulation during charging.
High density storage and mechanized turret trucks contribute to efficient handling of aircraft parts. (Grand Forks AFB, ND)
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A. General
This chapter presents criteria fordesigning a flight line support facility.Primary design considerations include
the use, performance, organization,character, and relationships of compo-nent spaces. For each area, specificcriteria are provided concerning spacesize and critical dimensions. Theserecommendations may be modified toreflect mission requirements. The sizesof functional areas are specified in Tables2-C through 2-F, page 8.
B. Administration
1. Design Considerat ions
See Figure 4-A for an illustrativefloor plan.
a. Use and Performance
Two administrative functionsare contained within a flight linesupport facility:
Parts and components admin-istration is for ordering and
expediting parts. Flight line support administra-
tion is the primary customerinterface.
Collocate the administrative areasso that rest rooms and support func-tions can be shared.
b. Space Organization andCharacter
Provide a private office for the OIC
and NCOIC within the flight linesupport administration area.
2. Part s and Component
Administration
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Use modular systems furniture forthe work stations and privateoffices.
Provide lockable cabinets forstorage of manuals.
Include an area for file cabinetsand vertical files.
b. Technical Requirements
Wiring for LAN computers.
Provide telecommunicationsdata/computer outlets.
3. Fli ght L ine Support
Administration
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Use modular systems furniture forwork stations.
The parts and components administration area should overlook the entirewarehouse area. Ordering, tracking, and accounting for specific parts requirea well-organized computer area. (Grand Forks AFB, ND)
Chapter 4
Functional Areaand Space Criteria
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Provide lockable cabinets forstorage of manuals.
Include an area for file cabinetsand vertical files.
b. Technical Requirements
Wiring for LAN computers.
Provide telecommunicationsdata/computer outlets.
4. OICs/NCOICs Office
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Desks and desk chairs
Side chairs
File cabinets
Personal computers
b. Technical Requirements
Telecommunications data/computer outlets
Wiring for LAN computers
Security devices to controlpublic access
C. Support Areas
1. Design Considerat ions
a. Use and Performance
The support areas should includethe following:
Customer Service Entrance -Mainentrance should be easy to identifyfrom the principal access road.
Interior traffic areas should be logi-cal, efficient, and easy to followfrom the main entrance.
Mechanical Room -Location ofprimary equipment for HVAC,plumbing, and other buildingsystem equipment
Electrical Room -Location ofprimary electrical systems for thebuilding
Communications Room -Containscomputer distribution equipmentand telephone service panels
Rest Rooms -Locate centrallywithin the facility.
b. Space Organization andCharacter
The mechanical room should have
outside access. All mechanical, electrical, and
communications rooms shouldbe adjacent to each other forservicing convenience.
2. Customer Service Entrance
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Provide pedestrian entrance mats.
b. Technical Requirements
Provide easily cleaned, water-
and mud-resistant flooringmaterials at all entrances.
3. M echanical Room
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Provide a floor-mountedmop sink.
b. Technical Requirements
Size and critical dimensionswill vary with building systemrequirements and climateconditions.
4. Electr ical Room
a. Technical Requirements Provide for standby power
generation and uninterruptiblepower supply.
Locate adjacent to the computerand mechanical rooms.
5. Communicati ons Room
a. Technical Requirements
Provide for various personalcomputers, as required.
Provide surge protection for allcomputer equipment.
Design for a sound transmissionclass rating of 52.
6. Rest Rooms
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Men: Water closets, lavatories,urinals, soap dispensers, papertowel dispenser and disposal units,toilet paper holders, grab bars,mirrors, coat hooks, and partitions
Women: Same as men, minus uri-nals, plus sanitary napkin dispenserand disposal units
b. Technical Requirements
Sound transmission class rating:45 between adjacent rooms
Finish floors with non-skidceramic tile.
Finish walls with ceramic tileinstalled either full height oras a wainscot.
Use plastic laminate for lavatorycounters.
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7. Janit ors Closet
Provide a floor-mounted mop sink. Provide shelves and hooks for
cleaning and maintenanceequipment.
Provide a water-resistant, easily
maintained floor material, sloped
to a floor drain.
D.Warehouse
1. Design Considerat ions
a. Use and Performance
Primary areas of the warehouse
provide fully integrated flight linesupport for aircraft maintenance.
High-Density Parts Storage -Usedfor efficient storage of a large num-ber of small items.
CLASSIFIEDSTORAGE
PARTS C OUNT ER
RSPLOADING DOCK
463LSCALE
TWO STORAGE LEVELS MEZZANINE BULK
STORAGE AREA (UPPER LEVEL) RSP PALLET ST O RAGE AREA (LOWER LEVEL)
HIGH-DENSITYPA RTS STORAGE
JAN.
RSP PALLET BUILDUP AREA
LINE OF MEZZANINE ABOVE
WAREHOUSE
BATTERY
STORAGE
AVIONICS ANDELECTRONICCOMPONENTSSTORAGE
MECHANICALROOM
ELECTRICALROOM
COMMUNICATIONS
ROOM
OIC'S/NCOIC'SOFFICE
FLIGHT LINESUPPORT FACILITYADMINISTRATION
ORDERPICKERRECHARGER
SHIPPING ANDRECEIVING
REPARABLE PARTS/TAIL NUMBER PARTS/TCTO PARTS
TRUCKLOADINGDOCK
CUSTOMERENTRANCE
PARKING
CUSTOMERPARKING
PARKING
PARTS AND COMPONENTSADMINISTRATION
WINDOWSOVERLOOKINGWAREHOUSE
CONTROLLEDACCESS ADMINISTRATION
ENTRANCE
CONTROLLEDACCESS
UP
REST ROOMS
CONTROLLEDACCESS
EYEWASH ANDDELUGE SHOWER
Figure 4-A: Floor Plan for the Typical Flight Line Support Facility.
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RSP Pallet Storage Space -Thisarea includes floor-mounted rollersfor storage of RSP kits.
RSP Pallet Buildup Area- An areato assemble and maneuver RSPcontainers.
RSP Loading Dock-The dockprovides a transfer area for RSPcontainers to and from theflight line.
Truck Loading Dock -The dockprovides a transfer area to receivecomponents from base supply,depots, and manufacturers.
Parts Counter- Customer partspick-up is at this counter.
Bulk Storage Area -Parts toolarge for high-density storage arekept in this area.
Reparable Parts/Tail NumberParts/TCTO Parts - An area forstoring parts until they are sentout for repair.
b. Space Organization andCharacter
Provide a large work area for pack-ing, unpacking, and maneuveringRSP kits on cargo pallets with andwithout material handling equip-ment. Area should be a large, con-tiguous open space.
Locate the RSP pallet storage space
adjacent to the dock. Provide anin-floor mounted scale sized tohandle cargo pallets, and capable ofaccurately measuring a pallet whichweights up to 10,000 pounds.
RSP pallet storage space should beadjacent to the RSP buildup area.
The RSP loading dock should beadjacent to the buildup area.
2. H igh-Densit y Part s Storage
Refer to Chapter 3, paragraph D7,Material Handling System, for adescription of storage rack systemsand equipment.
a. Furnishings and Equipment
The high-density storage shelf
system should be at least 24 feethigh.
b. Technical Requirements
Ensure that traffic aisles, storageshelving aisles, and equipmentcan accommodate the material han-dling equipment.
Arrange the area so that therequired exits are remote from eachother, but within 200 feet or less of
any point within the facility. Floor finish should reflect light
and be easily cleaned.
Provide high-bay construction with30 feet minimum clearance underthe roof structure.
In earthquake zones, brace high-density storage racks to resistearthquake forces.
3. Readiness Spares Packages
Pal let Storage Spacea. Furnishings and Equipment
Provide floor-mounted rollerconveyors sized to handlethe RSP kits.
Locate the cargo pallets inthis area.
b. Technical Requirements
Ensure floors are level within0.125 inch in 10 feet with no more
than 0.5 inch deviation.4. Readiness Spares Packages
Buil dup A rea
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Locate the cargo pallets in this area.
b. Technical Requirements
Provide natural light wheneverpossible, along with metalhalide lighting.
The floor finish should reflect lightand be easily cleaned.
5. Readiness Spares Packages
Loading Dock
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Provide dock levelers to correct theelevation differences between theloading dock and truck bed. Alsoprovide truck restraints to keep thetrailer from pulling away from thedock, and dock door seals forweather protection.
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b. Technical Requirements
Use overhead rolling doors atdock openings.
Incorporate a surveillancesystem with card key to controlaccess from the exterior.
Include ramps for forklift traffic atloading docks.
6. Truck Loading Dock
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Provide dock levelers to correct the
elevation differences between theloading dock and truck bed. Alsoprovide truck restraints to keep thetrailer from pulling away from thedock, and dock door seals forweather protection.
Incorporate a surveillance systemwith card key to control accessfrom the exterior.
b. Technical Requirements
Use overhead rolling doors atthe dock opening.
7. Parts Counter
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Provide a service counter toseparate warehouse workersfrom customers.
Provide sufficient space totemporarily store a small numberof items.
b. Technical Requirements Wiring for LAN computers.
Provide telephone/computeroutlets.
Control access to the warehousefrom the parts counter area.
8. Bulk Storage Area
a. Furnishings and Equipment Provide a VRC to carry workers
and warehouse items from theground floor to the mezzanine level.
Include a storage system for tiresand wheel assemblies.
b. Technical Requirements
Design structural columns for amezzanine at 15 feet above thefloor.
Install mid-level sprinklers undermezzanines in accordance withapplicable fire code requirements.
9. Reparable Parts/Tail
Number Part s/TCTO Parts
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Provide shelving and storage bins.
Incorporate rollers/materialconveyors.
Include a customer counter inthis area.
b. Technical Requirements
Install wiring for LAN computers.
E. Special StorageRequirements
1. Design Considerati ons
See Figure 4-A , page 21, for locationof special storage areas.
a. Use and Performance
The following are the primaryareas that have specific storagerequirements:
Avionics and ElectronicComponents Storage-These itemsrequire a separate environmentallycontrolled storage area to precludedamage to these sensitive parts.
The turret truck and vertical conveyor efficiently move material from the mezzaninestorage area to the RSP buildup and storage areas. (Grand Forks AFB, ND)
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Classified Storage-Requires anarea enclosed with fire-rated wallsand vault door.
Battery Storage-For storage ofnickel cadmium cells and refrigerat-ed storage of individual cells
Outside Storage -A large space forstorage of bulk items and equip-ment that can be stored outdoors,thus freeing space within thewarehouse.
b. Space, Organization, andCharacter
Locate battery storage away fromadministrative areas to facilitate theunobstructed exhausting of fumes.
Because of the need for security,locate classified storage near theadministrative areas.
2. Avionics and Electronic
Component s Storagea. Furnishings and Equipment
Provide a shelving systemappropriate to accommodatethe items to be stored.
b. Technical Requirements
Provide separate environmentalcontrols.
Wiring for LA N computers.
Provide telephone/data
communications outlets.
3. Classifi ed Storage
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Include a shelving systemto accommodate the itemsto be stored.
b. Technical Requirements
Allot approximately 300 square feetfor this space.
Provide fire-rated walls and ceiling.
Install a vault door.
4. Battery Storage
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Provide safety equipment and facili-ties, e.g., eyewash, deluge shower.
Include space to accommodaterefrigeration equipment.
b. Technical Requirements
Use quarry tile or acid-resistantfloor coating.
Use explosion-proof receptacles.
Finish interior ceiling and wallswith non-combustible materials.
Maintain temperatures in accord-ance with the manufacturersrecommendations for explosion-
proof heaters. Provide positive air ventilation
and special exhaust to conformto established design requirementsand local building codes.
Provide sufficient electrical outletsto accommodate charging equip-ment and refrigeration equipment.
5. Out side Storage
a. Furnishings and Equipment
Security fencing is required.b. Technical Requirements
Provide a controlled-access gate.
Paved surfaces are required.
Provide lighting for night-timevisibility and surveillance.
Locate the covered storage spacein this area.
A typical RSP storage area beneath a mezzanine should be equipped with floor-mountedrollers for easy maneuverability. (Grand Forks AFB, ND)
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A.General
Finish materials and furnishingsshould be selected using professionalinterior design services. Selectionsshould be based on anticipated use,
maintenance requirements, life-cyclecost, fire and other life safety require-ments, as well as aesthetic qualities.
Coordinate materials, finishes, colors,and texture selections to complementthe overall building design and image.Select colors and finishes to expressprofessionalism, warmth, and a strong,positive image.
B. Finish Schedule
Use colors and finishes to highlightand differentiate spaces designed toaccommodate different types and
levels of activity. For example, thewarehouse areas require extremelydurable and easy to maintain finishes.
Color schemes should be predomi-nantly neutral. The designer shouldconsider the seasonal temperaturerange of the base when selecting acolor scheme, such as cool colors(blue, green) in hot climates andwarm colors (beige, tan) in coldclimates.
Furniture is an integral part of the building design and image.
Chapter 5
Interior Finishes
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Permanent and semi-permanentsurface materials, such as tile, carpet,and the majority of the wallcoverings,should be in neutral colors such asbeige, taupe, or gray tones.
Patterned carpet (bold tweeds) can bethe basis for the overall color scheme,as well as mask traffic wear.
Paint mechanical and electricaldevices to match the background sur-face. Room finish schedules are listedin Tables 5-A through 5-D. Thedashed numbers after the abbrevia-tions (e.g., P-1, VCT-2, VWC-3, etc.)in Tables 5-A through 5-D refer tospecific material color board samplesin Figure 5-A, pages 30 and 31.
C.Furniture
Furniture is an integral part of theoverall building design and image.Coordinate furniture selection forconsistency with finish materials, tex-tures, and colors of built-inelements.
Choose furniture that is durable,comfortable, modular, and flexible.Systems furniture, which can be fund-ed as part of a military construction
project, is recommended for alladministrative areas.
List of Abbreviations
ACT Acoustical Ceiling Tile MTL Metal
CB-E Concrete Block, Epoxy NA Not Applicable
CB-P Concrete Block, Painted PL Plastic Laminate
CONC-S Concrete, Sealed QT Quarry Tile
CPT Carpet VB Vinyl Base
CT Ceramic Tile VCT Vinyl Composition Tile
EXP-P Exposed Structure, Painted VWC Vinyl Wallcovering
GWB-P Gypsum Board, Painted
Finish Schedules
Flight Line Support AdministrationFunctional Area Name Floors Base Walls Ceiling
Parts and ComponentsAdministration CPT VB VWC-3 ACT
Flight Line SupportAdministration CPT VB VWC-3 ACT
Table 5-A: Finish Schedule for the Flight Line Support Facility Administration.
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Functional Area Name Floors Base Walls Ceiling Laminate
High-Density Parts Storage CONC-S NA CB-P-2/MTL EXP-P-3 NA
RSP Pallet Storage Area CONC-S NA CB-P-2/MTL EXP-P-3 NA
RSP Buildup Storage Area CONC-S NA CB-P-2/MTL EXP-P-3 NA
RSP Loading Dock CONC-S NA CB-P-2/MTL EXP-P-3 NA
Parts Counter VCT VB CB-P-2 ACT PL-2
Bulk Storage (Mezzanine) MTL NA CB-P-2/MTL EXP-P-3 NA
Reparable Parts/Tail Number
Parts/TCTO Parts CONC-S NA CB-P-2 ACT NA
Flight Line Support Facility-Support Areas
Functional Area Name Floors Base Walls Ceiling LaminateMechanical CONC-S NA CB-P-1 EXP-P-3 NA
Electrical CONC-S NA CB-P-1 EXP-P-3 NA
Communications CONC-S NA CB-P-1 EXP-P-3 NA
Rest Rooms (men) CT-1 CT-3 VWC-2/CT-3 GWB-P-3 PL-1
Rest Rooms (women) CT-2 CT-3 VWC-3/CT-3 GWB-P-3 PL-2
Janitors Closet CONC-S NA CB-P-1 EXP-P-3 NA
Table 5-C: Finish Schedule for the Flight Line Support Facility Warehouse.
Table 5-B: Finish Schedule for the Flight Line Support Facility Support Areas.
Flight Line Support Facility-Special Storage
Functional Area Name Floors Base Walls Ceiling
Avionics and ElectronicComponents Storage CONC-S NA CB-P-1 EXP-P
Classified Storage CONC-S NA CB-P-1 EXP-P
Battery Storage QT NA CB-E EXP-P
Table 5-D: Finish Schedule for the Flight Line Support Facility Special Storage.
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AFM 67-1 Mechanized Material Handling Systems andVol. II, Part I Storage Aids Systems
AFM 86-2(1) Standard Facility Requirements
AFM 88-3 Structural Design Criteria Loads
AFR 89-1(2) Design and Construction ManagementAFR 125-37(3) Protection of USAF Resources
ADA Americans with Disabilities Act
DoD 4145.21M1 Material Handling/Storage
DoD 4270.1-M Construction Criteria Manual
FED STD. 795 Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards
MIL-HDBK 1008B Military Handbook for Fire Facilities Engineering,Design, and Construction
MIL-HDBK 1190 Military Building Code
NFPA-231 and 231C Sprinkler Protection for Flammable Liquid Storage
NFPA-101 Life Safety Code 101
NFPA 30: 4-5.6 Flammable and Combustible Liquid Storage for General PurposeWarehouse
AMC Commanders Guide to Facility Excellence
AMC Bases Architectural Compatibility Plans
AMC Hazardous Material Pharmacy Facility Planning and Design Guide
AMC Interior Design Guide
Legend(1) When published, A FI 32-1024 (Standard Facility Requirements) will supersede AFM 86-2.
(2) When published, A FI 32-1023 (Design and Construction Standards and Execution of Facility Construction)will supersede AFR 89-1.
(3) When published, A FI 31-209 (Air Force Resources Protection Program) will supersede AFR 127-37.
References
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