What is Federal Supply Class 1720?

FSC 1720 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 1720) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Aircraft Launching Equipment.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 1720?

NSC 1720 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 1720 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Aircraft Launching Equipment.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 1720 in?

FSC 1720 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 17 which contains Aerospace Craft Launching, Landing, Ground Handling, and Servicing Equipment.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 1720 in?

NSC 1720is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 17 which contains Aerospace Craft Launching, Landing, Ground Handling, and Servicing Equipment.

Aircraft Launching Equipment - United Kingdom (UK)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 1720

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 1720

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 17 Aerospace Craft Launching, Landing, Ground Handling, and Servicing Equipment

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 17 Aerospace Craft Launching, Landing, Ground Handling, and Servicing Equipment

Items Managed by United Kingdom (UK) - NCB is 99

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NSN Format for Aircraft Launching Equipment
Codified by United Kingdom

17	20	99	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 1720 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 17, which is dedicated to Aerospace Craft Launching, Landing, Ground Handling, and Servicing Equipment.

Specifically, NATO Supply Class 1720 focuses on Aircraft Launching Equipment. This includes various types of equipment and systems used for launching aircraft, such as catapults, arresting gear, and aircraft launchers.

The purpose of this classification is to provide a standardized system for categorizing and organizing equipment related to aircraft launching within the NATO military alliance. By using this classification system, NATO member countries can easily identify and procure the necessary equipment for their aerospace operations.

It is important to note that this classification is specific to NATO and may not align with other classification systems used by different countries or organizations.

FSC 1720 Aircraft Launching Equipment - United Kingdom (UK)

Includes Catapults.

Excludes Guided Missile Launchers (FSC 1440) and Space Vehicle Launchers (FSC 1840).

Note-Excluded from this Group are trucks, trailers, and servicing equipment specially designed for guided missile or atomic ordnance use

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 1720

What is Federal Supply Class 1720?: FSC 1720 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 1720) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Aircraft Launching Equipment.
What is NATO Supply Classification Class 1720?: NSC 1720 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 1720 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Aircraft Launching Equipment.
Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 1720 in?: FSC 1720 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 17 which contains Aerospace Craft Launching, Landing, Ground Handling, and Servicing Equipment.
Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 1720 in?: NSC 1720 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 17 which contains Aerospace Craft Launching, Landing, Ground Handling, and Servicing Equipment.