Screening saves parts at Sheppard - TIGBITS: best practices from the field - Brief Article

TIG Brief: The Inspector General, July-August, 2003 by Joe G. Slak

Thanks to a new screening process, maintainers now avoid the destruction of reusable components when excess aircraft must be demilitarized before disposal at Sheppard AFB, Texas. By thoroughly screening all parts, subassemblies and assemblies, they ensure components are properly identified and there's no current demand in the supply system.

Some newly salvaged components are either made available for their original purpose or in an alternate capacity throughout the Air Force or in foreign military sales. The process allows for immediate reutilization of the items, reduces supply demand levels and saves significant Air Force resources.

The screening process improves the maintainability of older weapons systems while improving Air Force readiness. It also improves utilization of existing training equipment, reduces overall training cycles and provides better training for future aircraft maintainers.

Mr. Joe G. Slack

DSN 736-2316

joe.slack@sheppard.af.mil