MIL-HDBK-244A 6 apr 90.pdf
MIL-HDBK-244A 6 apr 90.pdf
MIL-HDBK-244A 6 apr 90.pdf
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<strong>MIL</strong>-<strong>HDBK</strong>-<strong>244A</strong><br />
FOREWARD<br />
1. This military handbook is approved for use<br />
of the Department of Defense.<br />
by all Departments and Agencies<br />
2. Beneficial comments (recommendations,additions, deletions) and any<br />
pertinent data which may be of use in improving this document should be<br />
addressed to: Naval Air EngineeringCenter, Systems Engineering and<br />
StandardizationDepartment (Code 53), Lakehurst, NJ 08733-5100, by using the -<br />
StandardizationDocument ImprovementProposal (DD Form 1426) appearing at the<br />
end of this document or by letter.<br />
3. This handbook was developed by the Department of Defense with the<br />
assistance of the Joint Ordnance Commanders Sub Group (JOCG) for<br />
aircraftistores compatibility in accordance with established procedure.<br />
4. This document provides basic guidelines for accomplishing compatibility<br />
between military aircraft and airborne stores or weapons. The-handbook is<br />
not intended to be referenced in purchase specificationsexcept for<br />
informationalpurposes, nor shall it supersede any specification<br />
requirements. Every effort has been made to reflect the latest informationon<br />
aircraft/storecompatibility. It is the intent to review this handbook<br />
periodically to ensure the completenessand currency.<br />
5. This document is intended to assist engineers in the design and testing of<br />
aircraft, suspension and employment equipment, and airborne stores or<br />
weapons. It is expected that the engineer using the guidance provided by this.<br />
handbook will assume the responsibilitytodetermine and apply the latest<br />
technology available in each particular area of interest. Major effort has<br />
been placed on standardizingthe types and methods of testing between the U.S.<br />
Air Force, U.S. Army, and U.S. Navy to demonstrate aircraftlstore<br />
compatibility.,,Quantitative values provided in this handbook are the best<br />
available at this time based on past experience but are to be viewed as<br />
recommendations since each design or test effort should be dealt with using<br />
full consideration of available information.<br />
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