40 Questions
What is a prototype primarily used for?
To test a concept or process
In what contexts is the term prototype commonly used?
Semantics, design, electronics, and software programming
Who uses prototypes to evaluate new designs?
Both system analysts and users
What is the primary purpose of the message format specified in NAVAIR SOP 00-25-300?
To communicate system updates to aircraft systems
What is the purpose of the REF/A document in NAVAIR SOP 00-25-300?
To reference the most current version of NAVAIR 00-25-300
What is exempt from the Technical Directives Program, according to NAVAIR SOP 00-25-300?
Data files exempt from the Technical Directives Program except those released as part of an ECP
What is the purpose of the POC list in NAVAIR SOP 00-25-300?
To identify points of contact for logistics, engineering, and technical support
What is the purpose of the GENTEXT remarks in NAVAIR SOP 00-25-300?
To identify the responsible organization for data file updates
What is the main purpose of Routine Action TDs?
To authorize retrofit changes and provide detailed installation instructions
What is the timeframe for compliance with Routine Action TDs?
Greater than 36 months
What is the main reason for assigning the Routine Action category?
To address material, mechanical, operational, or tactical deficiencies
What type of TDs can be assigned the Record Purpose category?
Only Formal Change TDs
What is the timeframe for incorporating changes in all affected systems for Record Purpose TDs?
Less than 18 months
What type of TDs may not be assigned the Record Purpose category?
Bulletins, ITDs, and RAMEC TDs
What is the purpose of the Compliance element in each TD?
To assign a compliance timeframe
What is the result of uncorrected material, mechanical, operational, or tactical deficiencies?
Reduced tactical utility or supportability
What is the primary purpose of building a prototype?
To test a concept or process
In which contexts is the term 'prototype' commonly used?
In a variety of contexts, including semantics, design, electronics, and software programming
What is the purpose of validation forms for Technical Directives (TDs)?
For historical purposes
Who is involved in the verification of Technical Directives (TDs)?
NAVAIR, ISSC, TYCOM, and other relevant personnel
What happens to successful verifications of Technical Directives (TDs)?
They are approved by TYCOM and remain installed
How many verifications are allowed per T/M/S unless problems arise?
One
What is the environment in which verification of Technical Directives (TDs) takes place?
An environment comparable to the average service facilities of the lowest authorized compliance maintenance level
What is the outcome of a successful verification of a Technical Directive (TD)?
The TD is approved and published
How should Exploration Bulletins be subdivided?
By type of equipment
What is the title of TDs that affect training equipment under NAVAIR PMA 205?
Training Equipment
Who manages TECs and TEBs?
NAVAIR PMA 205
How are TEB numbers assigned?
By the bulletin number assignment section of NATEC
What is the purpose of Service Life Bulletins?
To issue immediate or urgent changes to defined life limits of systems or equipment
How should Service Life Bulletins be structured and issued?
Through a plain language message following the guidelines of NAVAIR 13120.1
What is the recommended process for PMAs to review Service Life Bulletins?
Using the IDR within ECM
What do TDs pass through during preparation, validation, verification, approval, and publication?
Several developmental stages
What is the primary purpose of technical directive validation?
To ensure the modified items function as intended
Where can technical directive validation be conducted?
At either an organic depot or contractor facility, or an operational site
What is the product of a completed technical directive validation?
A draft technical directive
What is required for all technical directives unless a waiver is approved?
A validation process
What is the purpose of restricting/sensitive cover sheet in technical directives?
To restrict access to sensitive information
What is verified after a proposed technical directive is issued?
The technical directive requirements
What is the purpose of a technical directive bulletin?
To determine if a condition exists
Where must all IDPs and BSDs be posted?
To the NATEC website
Study Notes
Prototype
- A prototype is an early sample, model, or release of a product built to test a concept or process.
- It is used to evaluate a new design to enhance precision by system analysts and users.
Technical Directives
- Technical Directives (TDs) are used to authorize retrofit changes and provide detailed instructions for installing those changes.
- Assignment of TD category is based on the timeframe of greater than 36 months, but not to assign a compliance timeframe.
- Compliance timeframes will be assigned in the Compliance element of each TD.
Record Purpose
- The Record Purpose category is assigned to Formal Change TDs issued to document configuration changes that have been incorporated in all affected equipment by the change designer/originator.
- The Record Purpose category may be assigned only to Formal Change TDs and only when the period for change incorporation in all affected systems is 18 months or less from the date of CCB approval.
Training Equipment
- TDs shall be titled “Training Equipment” when the action required affects training equipment under the management control of NAVAIR PMA 205.
- TECs and TEBs are managed by PMA 205 and are authorized by SUSTAINMENT GROUP, TECHNICAL DIRECTIVES/BULLETINS BRANCH.
Service Life
- No TD code is assigned to Service Life Bulletins (SLBs).
- SLBs are used to issue immediate or urgent changes to defined life limits of systems or equipment under the cognizance of NAVAIR.
Technical Directive Developmental Stages
- TDs pass through several developmental stages during preparation, validation, verification, approval, and publication.
- ALL IDPs and BSDs must be posted to the NATEC website along with their associated TDs, unless waived by NAVAIR SUSTAINMENT GROUP, TECHNICAL DIRECTIVES/BULLETINS BRANCH.
Technical Directive Validation
- Validation is an engineering process by which the originator accomplishes all tasks required by a proposed change to ensure the modified items function as intended.
- Validation must be performed for all TDs unless a waiver is approved.
- Bulletins must follow this validation process also, even though there is no modification.
Technical Directive Verification
- Verification is the process for determining the accuracy and adequacy of a proposed TD and reporting results to the preparing activity.
- Verification is the actual installation of change kits, incorporation of changes, or performance of inspections by personnel of the prescribed skill, and performed at the compliance level approved by the CCB action.
- Successful verifications are authorized installations and may remain installed if approved by TYCOM.
TECHNICAL DIRECTIVE REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES
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