UFC 4-390-01
23 July 2003
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE. This UFC is comprised of two sections.
Chapter 1 introduces this UFC and provides alternate requirements of other Tri-
Service agencies. Appendix A contains the full text copy of the previously released
Military Handbook (MIL-HDBK) 1039/2. This UFC serves as criteria until such time
as the full text UFC is developed from the MIL-HDBK and other sources.
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APPLICABILITY. This UFC applies to all Navy service elements and
Navy contractors; all other DoD agencies may use either document unless explicitly
directed otherwise.
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Air Force Requirements. Air Force pressure vessels must be
inspected in accordance with AFI 32-1068, Heating Systems and Unfired Pressure
Vessels as a minimum. Air Force Bases may adopt as an alternative to AFI 32-1068,
procedures of this UFC for inspection and certification of unfired unmanned pressure
vessels.
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