scope:

Scope and Applicability.

This instruction applies to all cruise missile-capable surface ships and submarines. It provides guidance to assist the governing technical agencies and type commanders in issuing directives and instructions for cruise missile certifications.

Purpose.

To establish guidance for material certification and tactical qualifications of cruise missile capable surface ships and submarines for the safe operation, maintenance, and tactical employment of cruise missiles. This instruction is being reissued with a new date, updated version and signature authority to meet Chief of Naval Operations' age requirement for Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV) instructions.