FOREWORD

FOREWORD

The Army Oil Analysis Program (AOAP) is part of a Department of Defense program to detect

impending equipment component failures and determine lubricant condition through on-line

and laboratory evaluation of oil samples. Through application of laboratory non-destructive

analytical techniques, flight safety is improved, equipment readiness is enhanced, and

resources can be conserved. Program Manager (PM) AOAP provides operational management

of the oil analysis program. The objectives, policies, and the responsibilities of commands

participating in the AOAP are prescribed in AR 750-1, Army Materiel Maintenance Policy.

This technical bulletin must not be interpreted to mean AOAP minimizes the need to employ

good maintenance practices and strong maintenance discipline. AOAP is an effective

maintenance diagnostic tool and not a maintenance substitute.