Aviation Intermediate Maintenance (AVIM).

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and aligns aircraft system modules/components. AVIM units will have the capability to determine the serviceability of

specified modules/components removed prior to the expiration of the Time Between Overhaul (TBO) or finite life.

Module/component disassembly and repair will support the DX program and will normally be limited to tasks requiring

cleaning and the replacement of seals, fittings, and items of common hardware. Airframe repair and fabrication of parts

will be limited to those maintenance tasks which can be performed with available tools and test equipment.

Unserviceable reparable modules/components and end items which are beyond the capability of AVIM to repair will be

evacuated to Depot Maintenance. AVIM will Perform aircraft weight and balance inspections and other special

inspections which exceed AVUM capability. Provides quick response maintenance support, including aircraft recovery

and air evacuation, on-the job training, and technical assistance through the use of mobile maintenance contact teams.

Maintains authorized operational readiness float aircraft.

Provides collection and classification services for

serviceable/unserviceable material. Operates a cannibalization activity in accordance with AR 750-50. (The aircraft

maintenance company within the maintenance battalion of a division will perform AVIM functions consistent with air

mobility requirements and conservation of personnel and equipment resources. Additional intermediate maintenance

support will be provided by the supporting non-divisional AVIM unit.)