Definition of the term 'arm or de-arm' per official documentation of the United States Department of Defense.
arm or de-arm
Applies to those procedures in the arming or de-arming section of the applicable aircraft loading manual or checklist that places the ordnance or explosive device in a ready or safe condition i.e., rocket launchers, guided missiles, guns ? internal and pods, paraflares? (external and SUU-44/25 dispenser). (NOTE: The removal or installation of pylon or bomb rack safety pins from a nonordnance-loaded station is considered a function requiring certification within the purview of this publication.) See also arming; de-arming; ordnance. (JP 3-04.1) (US DoD)
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