This document supersedes DAFI 23-101. Initial review indicates it impacts current processes in sections 1.4.3.4.1 through 1.4.3.4.3.
DAFI 62-601Airworthiness (30 June 2025)
Purpose / Scope -Defines Department of the Air Force (DAF) airworthiness policy—covering design, production, operations, and maintenance—for all DAF‑owned, leased, modified, or operated air systems Lifecycle Phases -Design: Independent design assessments against airworthiness criteria; requires approvals via the Technical Airworthiness Authority (TAA) -Production: Oversight of manufacturing processes (DCMA, program manager) to ensure each system conforms to approved design -Operations: Systems operated per approved technical data and relevant DAF instructions -Maintenance: Maintenance aligned with approved technical orders and program maintenance concepts Reference 1.5.1.2.6 Conduct Other Technical Processes
Intellectual Property Guidebook for DoD Acquisition (30 April 2025)
The primary purpose of this guidebook is to aid acquisition professionals in the development, execution, and management of effective IP Strategies that support all functional areas’ requirements and objectives across program life cycle. It provides guidance on the implementation of IP laws and regulations, explains legal and operational challenges in acquiring IP and associated IP rights, and promotes partnerships with industry. This guidebook will also assist other Department organizations and requiring activities as they consider IP requirements and protections outside of programs of record. This guidebook complements the most recent version of DoD Manual (DoDM) 5010.12 which is the authoritative source of guidance for properly requiring data in contracts. Reference 1.5.1.1.6.6.3 Manage… Read More
DoD Office of the Secretary of Defense Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation Operating and Support Cost-Estimating Guide (5 February 2025)
This guide provides information concerning best practices, analytic methods, and data collection in support of system O&S costs. It also provides useful references relevant to O&S cost estimates and related sustainment analyses. Reference_1.3.2 Develop Preliminary Design
Department of the Air Force Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution System Training Program Reference Manual (January 2025)
This updated guide provides a comprehensive overview of the Department of Defense’s Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process. It outlines the four phases—Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution—used to align resources with national defense objectives. This January 2025 revision includes updated definitions, roles, and process flows to reflect current policy and guidance. Reference 1.2 Program and Budget (PPBE)
