TM 55-4920-428-30P
CODE
Application / Explanation
O
-Organizational or (aviation unit) is the lowest level that can do
complete repair of the item.
F
-Direct support or aviation intermediate is the lowest level that can
do complete repair of the item.
H
-General support is the lowest level that can do complete repair of
the item.
L
-Specialized repair activity (designate the specialized repair activity)
is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
D
-Depot is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
Z
-Nonreparable. No repair is authorized.
B
-No repair is authorized. (No parts or special tools are authorized for
the maintenance of a “B” coded item). However, the item may be
reconditioned by adjusting, lubricating, etc., at the user level.
(3) Recoverability Code. Recoverability codes are asigned to items to indicate the disposition action
on unserviceable items. The recoverability code is entered in the fifth position of the SMR Code as follows:
Recoverability
Codes
Z
O
F
H
D
L
A
Application/ Explanation
-Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of
the item at the level of maintenance shown in 3d position of SMR
Code.
-Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and
dispose of the item at organizational or aviation unit level.
-Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and
dispose of the item at the direct support or aviation intermediate
level.
-Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and
dispose of the item at the general support level.
-Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return
to depot. Condemnation and disposal of item not authorized below
depot level.
-Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below
specialized repair activity (SRA).
-Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures because
of specific reasons (e.g., precious metal content, high dollar value,
critical material, or hazardous material). Refer to appropriate
manuals/ directives for specific instructions.
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