Okaloosa County BOCC — May 15, 2013 — F-15 Renewal Package 2013 — reading text

in to battery shop, DRMO, or other authorized organization, or as locally required. (If applicable) 2. Remove dry cell batteries from frequency meters and other equipment. (If applicable) 3. Pull all circuit breakers only if of the non-radioactive (white plastic shank) type. Contact NMUSAF for a radiation survey of circuit breakers if in question, and for assistance with problems. Do not pull radioactive circuit breakers open, as deteriorated radium paint may be scattered in the process to create a possible hazard. 4. Cover all battery vent hole openings. H. Prepare Electronic Systems: 1. Leave all electronic equipment that is not reclaimed installed on the aerospace vehicle. 2. Coat exposed metal whip antennas and mechanical items with a corrosion preventative compound. 3. Stow all connectors from equipment that has been removed. I. Miscellaneous Utilities: 1. Remove bottles from all fire extinguisher systems, dissipate and reinstall. Caution: Insure all chemicals are disposed of in accordance with established State environmental policies. 2. Drain and clean entire drinking water system. (If applicable) 3. Drain, clean, and reinstall coffee jugs and water jugs. (If applicable) J. Prepare Airframe: 1. Check airframe for corrosion and treat affected areas. 2. Clean all debris and foreign material from interior of fuselage. 3. Check airframe for external damage and repair. 4. Cover all openings that will allow the entrance of water or other foreign matter that may have a corrosive or other deteriorating effect. Use standard covers if available, or suitable substitutes. Additional protection may be incorporated for aerospace vehicles placed in outside storage. 5. Check all fuselage, wing, and empennage drain holes for obstructions. Outside storage or display may necessitate additional drain holes to ensure proper drainage. Drain holes should be periodically probed to insure they are not obstructed. 6. Clean and treat lavatory and relief facilities. (If applicable) 7. Check all astrodomes and plastic panels for crazing and damage, repair and/or replace as necessary. Clean all plastic panels thoroughly with soap and water. 8. Inspect for water trapped in lower portions of fuselage. If water is present comply with instructions contained in applicable technical order for removal and correction. K. Prepare Control Surfaces: 1. Check all metal control surfaces for corrosion and treat-affected areas. 2. Check all control surfaces for external damage and repair areas as necessary for display purposes. 3. Inspect all fabric-covered control surfaces, repair or recover as necessary. 4, Check all control surfaces, attaching mechanisms for loose rivets and/or sheared bolts and make necessary repairs. 5. Secure all moveable surfaces in a neutral position with positive locking devices. L. Radiation Safety: 1. Completion of radiation survey will be verified by NMUSAF prior to physical transfer of aerospace vehicle. 2. Interior of aircraft must be secured and all access prevented until radiation survey is completed. No restoration activity inside or outside the aircraft will be permitted until the radiation survey is completed. 3. Survey of aircraft displayed at non-DoD organization will be accomplished by the NMUSAF Radiation Safety Officer or an authorized USAF representative an annotated on an AF Form 3583. 4. No radioactive components will be reinstalled by the borrowing organization. If radioactive items are found reinstalled during later inspections, the borrowing organization will pay the cost of removal of the radioactive items and any decontamination required. M. Final Preparation: 1. Entire aircraft cleaned and refinished as required. 2. Secure aircraft by attaching tie down restraints to surface attaching points and to a major structural part of the item. Tie down restraints, including surface attaching points, should be of sufficient strength to withstand the expected wind condition for the locality. 3. Place aerospace vehicle on surface concrete or asphalt of sufficient strength to support its weight. This will not apply if the recipient, with the written permission of the NMUSAF, has mounted the aerospace vehicle on a pylon attached to the aerospace vehicles structural members. 4. Aerospace vehicles inside or outside that are normally supported on pneumatic tires must be placed on display stands of sufficient height to provide approximately 1" clearance between the tire and the display surface, tires should be inflated and or checked to maintain normal tire shape, or tires must be filled with a permanent tire filling compound which will maintain their inflated shape and support the weight of the item for the life of the casing. 5. Remove all antenna wires that could serve as a bird roost. 6. Install bird proofing on all aerospace vehicle openings, including intake and exhaust covers. 7. Flag or cover all protruding objects of a hazardous nature. N. Coordination: 1. Deviation from the procedures outlined in this attachment must be requested in writing and require written approval prior to deviation. 2. No aerospace vehicle will be renovated, reconfigured, have markings changed, or tail number altered, or any parts added, removed, or replaced as part of a planned restoration effort without prior written approval from the NMUSAF. 02/04/05 ATTACHMENT 2 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE (NMUSAF) LOAN AND STATIC DISPLAY PROGRAMS INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CARE OF ARTIFACTS A. Information: 1. These general guidelines are provided to fulfill the NMUSAF’s obligation to ensure the preservation of the collection, and to define the responsibilities of organizations that retain historical property for display. 2. Under normal circumstances, objects will not be made available from the NMUSAF unless the basic measures for preservation and conservation have already been accomplished. However, regardless of the state of preservation at the time of receipt, an assessment must be made and all appropriate measures taken to insure continued preservation of historical property. All items must be properly prepared for exhibition, placed in a safe environment and inspected periodically. B. General Guidelines for Artifacts: 1. All artifacts must be protected from harmful exposure and maintained in a stable environment. Preservative treatments and mounting techniques will vary with each item depending on its material(s), condition, and display method. The following are some general guidelines: a. When displaying an object never modify an object in such a way as to alter or compromise its integrity, authenticity or uniqueness. Retain its natural characteristics. b. Provide appropriate physical security against vandalism or theft through the use of locked or sealed display cases. The object’s intrinsic value should determine the security measures required. c. Good housekeeping and environmental control are essential for the long term care of museum artifacts. 2. Contact the NMUSAF Conservator for guidance or assistance for proper display of NMUSAF objects. C. Damage Threats to Artifacts: The threats of damage or deterioration to artifacts generally come from four sources: 1. People — The greatest threat to the continued survival of an artifact comes from people. This is a result of mishandling the artifact resulting in mechanical breakage, soiling from unprotected hands (fingerprints), improper cleaning methods and incorrect attempts at preservation or repairs (making it ‘look’ better). Unfortunately, theft must also be included in this category. 2. Light — Light, a form of radiation, damages many materials, especially fabrics. This damage is first observed as the fading of colors followed by the gradual breakdown of the material. The most harmful portion of the light spectrum is ultra-violet (UV). Protecting from UV is accomplished by avoidance of natural sunlight or artificial light such as florescent and halogen. The use of Light Emitting Diodes (LED) is the preferred standard in museum exhibits. Normal incandescent lighting is low in UV radiation. a. All historical property on loan from the NMUSAF that is on interior exhibit will not be exposed to light level which exceeds 200 lux or 20 foot-candles from any source. The acceptable level for most museum objects falls between 50 and 200 lux or 5 and 20 foot-candles. Sensitive objects, such as artwork, color/black and white photographs, and textiles should have their intensity levels adjusted downward toward lower limits and/or limited exposure time. There is a reciprocity law between intensity (lux) and time of exposure: 10 hours of exposure at 50 lux has the same damaging effect as 1 hour at 500 lux). b. Protection for UV is accomplished by avoidance or shielding. Shielding of UV producing light sources, such as direct or diffused sunlight and all fluorescent lighting, requires UF Plexiglas, solar screen, blackout curtains or UV filtering sleeves. All UV filtering media have a life span of about 10 years, after which they must be changed to maintain their effectiveness. 3. Environment — The most common environmental threats are heat and humidity. Ideally, an artifact is displayed at a constant temperature of 68 degrees and 50% relative humidity. Of the two, humidity is the most destructive. Excessive heat and humidity may create a favorable environment for the growth of molds and fungus as well as rust/corrosion. Rapid changes in temperature and humidity should be avoided. 4. Insect/Pest — Insects and pests can be highly destructive. The first line of defense is the cleanliness of the facility. Careful monitoring and frequent inspection will provide early detection of infestation. If and when and infestation is detected many methods of pest removal are destructive to artifacts. If a NMUSAF artifact is exposed to infestation, contact NMUSAF conservator. D. Conservation: Adherence to the guidelines for preservation of objects will go a long way to insure their longevity. In rare instances, some conservation measures may be needed. Contact NMUSAF Conservator for guidance. Do not attempt to treat an object on your own. E. Storage: All attempts should be made to place objects on exhibit as soon as possible. Environmental control, good housekeeping and periodic inspections are essential to the proper storage of objects. Leather and textiles shall be stored flat when possible and laid out on acid free tissue paper. If leather or textiles are hung, they should be hung on well padded hangers. Storage on shelves shall be loose with no piling or stacking of objects and all shelving covered with acid free tissue. If shelving is wood, it shall be sealed to deter transfer of acid from wood to artifacts. Cabinets are preferable to open storage as they discourage theft, dust, and insect problems. F. Handling: Wear cotton, nitrile, or latex gloves while handling objects. Two hands should be used to handle or carry objects to reduce risk of dropping. Carry only one object at a time using both hands. Do not carry or lift objects by handles or weakest point. G. Display: Displaying an object can be very detrimental if not done properly. Cases should be designed to incorporate UF-3 or UF-5 Plexiglas to shield objects from UV light. Cases should be ventilated to allow air exchange and openings filtered to prevent entry of insects. All interior surfaces of wooden cases should be properly sealed. All artifacts should be buffered from acidic display materials. Never alter an artifact to fit a case or to facilitate mounting. Use mannequins that do not place undue stress on uniforms. Do not force garments on to mannequins. Keep cases clean and place them in areas away from direct sun and extremes in temperature and humidity. H. Shipping: Damage to artifacts can occur during shipping. Use appropriate packing materials to protect the object during transit. Consult NMUSAF to arrange shipping of returned