scope:

This instruction implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 21-2 Non-nuclear and Nuclear Munitions. It establishes Munitions Flight organizational structure and responsibilities and provides inspection, storage, maintenance and accountability procedures. It establishes the foundation for munitions product assurance for non-nuclear munitions and inspection and maintenance of associated Munitions Materiel Handling Equipment (MMHE) and support equipment. It applies to all munitions activities and munitions using organizations across the Air Force. The ultimate success of the Air Force is its ability to provide offensive and defensive measures to meet national objectives and this instruction plays a key role in meeting this goal. Affected units have 120 days from the date of this publication to implement this instruction or submit waivers or deviations to the criteria. This publication requires the collection and/or maintenance of information protected by the Privacy Act of 1974. The authority to collect and/or maintain the records prescribed in this publication is Title 10, United States Code, 8013, Secretary of the Air Force Privacy Act system of records notice F036 AETC R, Student Records, applies Forms and documents affected by the Privacy Act will have appropriate Privacy Act Statements. The reporting requirements in this instruction are exempt from licensing according to Air Force Instruction (AFI) 37-124, paragraphs 2.11.3., 2,11.5., and 2.11.10., The Information Collections and Reports (ICR) Management Program; Controlling Internal Public, and Interagency Air Force Information Collections. Maintain and dispose of all records created as a result of prescribed processes in accordance with AFMAN 37-139, Records Disposition Schedule. Send comments and suggestions for improvements on AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication, through channels, to HQ USAF/ILMW, 1030 AF Pentagon, Washington D.C. 20330-1030. USAF/ILMW and major commands (MAJCOM) will perform an annual review of this instruction at the annual ALLMAJCOM munitions conference. MAJCOMs will collect proposed changes throughout the year and forward recommended changes to all MAJCOMs for coordination and concurrence before submitting to the annual ALLMAJCOM conference.