ARMY TM 10-1670-275-23&P
AIR FORCE TO 13C5-25-2
NAVY NAVAIR 13-1-26
C-3. Explanation of Columns (Section II) (cont).
Code
Application/Explanation
O - Organizational or aviation unit is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
F - Direct support VAVIM 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. Recoverability codes are assigned 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
Application/Explanation
Z - Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item at the level of
maintenance shown in 3d position of SMR Code.
O - Reparable item. When not economically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at unit
or AVUM level.
F - Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at direct
support or aviation intermediate level.
H - Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at the
general support level.
D - Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot. Condemnation
and disposal of item not authorized below depot level.
L - Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below specialized repair activity
(SRA).
A - 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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