Configuration Management (CM) Program

3.2.2.7.1 COMNAVAIRSYSCOM has management responsibility for the CM Program. It was established to permit achievement of required item performance, operational efficiency, logistic support, and readiness through effective management of item configuration requirements. NAVAIRINST 4130.1 establishes policy and procedures for configuration identification and management of necessary engineering changes with respect to content, cost, evaluation, timing of processing, and implementation. Implementation of approved configuration modifications is accomplished through the TD system and is monitored by the TDSA Program. NAVAIR 00-500C will be the governing and primary screening tool for TD compliance of all aircraft and aircraft engines.

3.2.2.7.2 Specific TD system information is in MIL-D-81992B and NAVAIR 00-25-300.

3.2.2.7.2.1 CM is a process for establishing and maintaining consistency of a product's performance and functional and physical attributes with its requirements, design, and operational information throughout its life. The CM effort includes identifying, documenting, and verifying the functional and physical characteristics of an item; recording the configuration of an item; and controlling changes to an item and its documentation. It shall provide a complete audit trail of decision and design modifications. CM includes three basic elements: configuration identification, configuration control, and configuration status accounting. CM policies/procedures, definitions, and basic elements are in NAVAIRINST 4130.1 and are applicable to SE.

3.2.2.7.2.1.1 NAVAIR 00-500C will reflect all applicable TDs assigned to aircraft and aircraft engines. TD compliance shall be documented in the aircraft logbook, AESR, MSR, ASR, SRC, and EHR (as applicable).

COMNAVAIRSYSCOM (AIR-6.1) APMLs/ISSCs will review and provide concurrence with COM- NAVAIRSYSCOM (AIR-6.8.5) TDSA database for applicable NAVAIR 00-500C reports on a semiannual basis.

3.2.2.7.2.1.2 The Technical Directive Compliance Program (Chapter 10, paragraph 10.10) is an integral part of CM. An important component within the TD Program is TD compliance documentation, specifically the configuration status accounting element. It provides the controlling custodian and other management personnel with the information necessary to manage modification programs and to make SE distribu- tion/redistribution decisions.

3.2.2.7.2.1.3 Permission for local modification of SE must be obtained from the controlling custodian/COMNAVAIRSYSCOM. Procedures for obtaining permission are in paragraph 3.2.2.7.5.

3.2.2.7.2.2 For AWSE items, TD compliance may be assigned to either the IMA/FRC or the Weapons Department. Additionally, TD compliance for AWSE may be assigned to the Weapons Department with an assist by AIMD. This information will be noted in the instructions contained in the TD. When assigned TD compliance, the Weapons Department will be responsible for only those items which are on subcustody to the Weapons Department. IMAs/FRCs will accomplish TD compliance for AWSE which is on subcustody to other departments, divisions, or supported activities.

3.2.2.7.3 TDs direct the modification or one-time inspection of all COMNAVAIRSYSCOM (including field activities) procured equipment, in either the contractor's, Navy's, or Marine Corps units, and they identify the documentation to be completed to show a TD was incorporated or accomplished.

3.2.2.7.3.1 Requisition formal TDs by title and number using the DD 1348. Refer to NAVSUP Publication 485 for applicable procedures. Requisitions are submitted to the appropriate inventory control point listed in NAVICP Publication 2003.

3.2.2.7.3.2 NAVAIR 00-25-300 and Chapter 10, paragraph 10.10 provide detailed TD Compliance Program information.

3.2.2.7.4 The TDSA Program is used for recording, by specific aircraft, engine, and equipment, the applicability and incorporated or not incorporated data for all TDs requiring logbook/records or CM ALS records update.

3.2.2.7.4.1 Application of these lists to the logbook or CM ALS records applies to all aircraft designated by COMNAVAIRSYSCOM. This application continues in effect for each designated aircraft, until the specific aircraft is removed from the inventory of naval aircraft.

3.2.2.7.4.2 All TDs state specifically where compliance will be recorded in the applicable aircraft logbook/records, TD Requirements Lists, and Technical Directives (CNAF 4790/24A) page. Activities with NTCSS Optimized OMA NALCOMIS shall use the CM ALS TD records.

NOTE: Lists Nos. 02 and 04 may replace the Technical Directives page for aircraft only. All other Lists Nos. 02 and 04 are provided for use as a management tool only. For aircraft, care must be taken before destroying Technical Directives pages. Production equivalents performed on the aircraft by the manufacturer are not presently covered by the TDSA Program and will not appear on the Lists Nos. 02 and 04, therefore, any Technical Directives page with production equivalent entries must be maintained for historical reasons.

3.2.2.7.4.3 The TDSA Program consists of:

a. List No. 01, Applicability List. A list of effective TDs which provides specific applicability infor- mation.

b. List No. 02, Technical Directive Requirements Not Incorporated (NINC) Listing. A list of effective TDs, applicable to a specific BUNO/SERNO but not incorporated. It is distributed quarterly to the reporting custodian.

c. List No. 03, Technical Directives Status Accounting INC/NINC Summary Matrix. This summary report lists BUNO, TDs, and incorporation status. This report also allows the Type Wing to easily monitor configuration of assigned aircraft and is distributed quarterly to the Type Wing.

d. List No. 04, Technical Directives Requirements Incorporated (INC) Listing. A list of effective TDs applicable to a specific BUNO/SERNO and reported as incorporated. It is distributed quarterly to the reporting custodian.

e. List No. 04H, History File. This file is maintained by the COMNAVAIRSYSCOM (AIR-6.8.5) to reduce active file volume and operating cost. The List No. 04H is produced and distributed annually to reporting custodians and marked "Historical Inc., Retain for Permanent Record".

f. NTCSS Optimized OMA NALCOMIS activities shall use the data elements ALS TD records. CM ALS records will have combined lists Nos. 02 and 04 into one electronic record.

NOTES: 1. Care must be taken when removing List No. 04 each quarter to ensure List No. 04H is not mistakenly removed. Not all aircraft have a history baseline, therefore, not all aircraft have List No. 04H available. Contact the appropriate TDSA Program Manager if a question develops. 2. This does not apply to NTCSS Optimized OMA NALCOMIS activities with electronic TD records.

3.2.2.7.4.4 The TDSA Program Manager at COMNAVAIRSYSCOM shall comply with the following: a. Develop and maintain computer programs required to store, process, and retrieve information from the TDSA database.

b. Receive notices of errors in the published Lists Nos. 02 and 04 from reporting custodians. Errors are reported by the custodian by annotating List No. 02. Within 1 week after List No. 02 is received at COMNAVAIRSYSCOM, the TDSA Program Manager will correct the file and mail on the next mailing cycle.

c. Review the preliminary copy of the TD during verification to ensure those data elements affecting the TDSA Program are accurate and trackable.

d. Insert XRAY messages when received and ensure the PED has been updated when equipment is inducted for rework. Update engine inventory using monthly DECKPLATE data, and ensure the TDSA database correctly identifies latest engine status and module assignment.

e. Review and correct aviation 3M transaction and error reports when received. Notify the cognizant controlling custodian or Type Wing of excessive error reporting.

f. Add new equipment to the database as required.

g. Maintain close liaison with users of the TDSA Program and provide technical information as requested.

h. Print and distribute the following TDSA reports:

(2) A copy of List No. 04H to the reporting custodian annually.

(3) A copy of List No. 01 to the Type Wing and reporting custodian semiannually.

(4) Copies of List Nos. 02 and 04 to the contractor (as applicable) when the aircraft is scheduled for off-site standard rework or modification directed by the T/M/S Program Manager.

(5) Copies of List No. 03 to the Type Wing quarterly. (6) Specified reports as requested.

3.2.2.7.4.5 Reporting custodians shall:

a. Prior to inserting new Lists Nos. 02 and 04 in the TD section of the logbook, verify the lists with the previous lists. The replaced lists may be destroyed. Any errors or omissions from the lists will be reported to the TDSA Program Manager within 30 days of receipt of the quarterly lists. Any inaccuracies will be annotated on List No. 02, using the appropriate status code. Lists Nos. 02 and 04 status codes are: P - previously incorporated, C - complied with, or D - does not apply. TDs appearing on List No. 04 as INC, but are actually NINC, should be lined out and written in on List No. 02 using the appropriate status code. The annotated List No. 02 is forwarded to: COMMANDER, ATTN AIR-6.8, NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, 47060 MCLEOD ROAD BLDG 447, PATUXENT RIVER MD 20670-1626.

NOTE: Use of Status Code D must be verified by a QAR.

b. Report the incorporation of TDs on all equipment in their custody through the aviation 3M System

Chapters 15 and 16. Activities with NTCSS Optimized OMA NALCOMIS shall report incorporation of TDs

via WO data replication or CM.

c. Annually, verify and insert the new List No. 04H in the logbook. After removing and verifying with the new List No. 04H, destroy the old List No. 04H; however, the Lists Nos. 04 and 04H will indicate the INC status of all applicable TDs.

NOTES: 1. Compliance with above procedures does not negate the reporting custodian's responsibility for making appropriate entries in other sections of the aircraft logbooks, CM ALS, AIR, or W&B record.

2. This does not apply to NTCSS Optimized OMA NALCOMIS activities with electronic TD records.

3.2.2.7.4.6 At any given time, the annotated List No. 02 and current List No. 04 will reflect the TD status of aircraft. For the types and categories of TDs and supply data refer to Chapter 5.

3.2.2.7.5 This instruction specifies COMNAVAIRSYSCOM is the only authority to modify or withhold modification of aeronautical equipment. The CNO/COMNAVAIRFOR does not desire to prevent or dis- courage operating activities from using their foresight or initiative in performing work of an experimental nature to correct or overcome quality deficiencies in aeronautical equipment. However, modification of more than one aircraft or unit prior to COMNAVAIRSYSCOM approval is not authorized. Authorization must be obtained from the ACC/TYCOM prior to any modification. Particular attention will be directed to the following:

a. Logistic material requirements.

b. Use of space reserved for approved changes.

d. Expenditure of additional unplanned man-hours and material.

e. Configuration to provide the optimum conditions of safety, operational, and material readiness. f. Performance characteristics being adversely affected.

g. Impact on weight and center of gravity with respect to the associated limits. 3.2.2.7.6 ACC/TYCOM approval

3.2.2.7.6.1 Operating activities shall inform the ACC/TYCOM of the desire to prototype a modification. They shall provide justification and a description of the change to be made and the unit/system involved. 3.2.2.7.6.2 The ACC/TYCOM shall inform the requesting activity whether or not the action is approved, deferred, or cancelled, after ensuring:

a. The equipment is not removed to support other operational requirements. b. The equipment does not require special tools and procedures.

c. The change proposed has not been previously approved.

d. The change has not been or is not currently being prototyped by another activity.

e. Appropriate flight clearances are obtained from COMNAVAIRSYSCOM (AIR-5.1) per OPNAVINST 3710.7.

3.2.2.7.6.3 The operating activity shall modify the data in the aircraft W&B Handbook to reflect the W&B impact of the modification. Specifically, the new basic weight and moment of the aircraft shall be derived and recorded in Chart C, any new items of removable equipment shall be added to Chart A, and any revisions to the loading data shall be incorporated into Chart E. The new basic weight and moment can be derived by calculation, using the best data available for the component elements of the modification, but for extensive modifications the aircraft shall be weighed after completion of the modification.

3.2.2.7.7 Upon satisfactory completion and evaluation of the prototype, the originating activity will submit a rough draft TD per NAVAIR 00-25-300 format. Such submission is made via the chain of command to the ACC/TYCOM. After ACC/TYCOM concurrence, the rough draft TD will be routed per NAVAIR 00-25- 300 for review and approval. The TD will be prepared and published (as applicable).