funds for buying repairable items. Figure 1-3 illustrates the Aviation Supply Office organization. This chapter describes the divisions of the ASO organization that you should be familiar with. This information will make your job easier. The Commanding Officer of ASO is responsible for accomplishing the mission of the command. The Executive Officer is the direct representative of the commanding officer in maintaining the general efficiency of ASO The Special Assistants provide advisory assistance to the command level of ASO The Branch Aviation Supply Office (BRASO) performs programs support and inventory management for assigned weapons systems and equipment. These include consumable and repairable catapult and arresting gear material. The Operations Directorate ensures the general effectiveness of the divisions under its control. There are three divisions under the Operations Directorate that perform as item managers. The following paragraphs describe these divisions. The Strike Fighter division, under the Operations Directorate, manages material in support of fighter and attack aircraft in the Navy, The Antisubmarine Warfare (ASW), Electronics and Trainer division serves as item manager for different types of material. It manages items needed to support aircraft involved in ASW, electronics, and training missions. It also provides support for communication and navigation parts. The Power Plant, Helicopter, and Support Equipment (SE) division is responsible for managing engines, SE, and helicopter items in the Navy. As item managers, these divisions are responsible for maintaining stock of particular aeronautical material in the Navy. Some of their functions include the following: l Preparing the material requisitions to document the initial requirements as determined by provisioning. l Reviewing the supply demand information to learn the item requirements in the supply system. ASO uses this information in considering replenishment of stock. . Controlling the distribution and redistribution of ASO managed items. l Processing all requisitions and requests for status that require manual processing. . Controlling the repair and rework of ASO managed aeronautical items. Another division under the Operations Directorate is the Customer Operations division. The Customer Advocate branch under the Customer Operations division serves as the connecting link between ASO and its customers. This branch performs the following functions: . Maintains data about the specific logistics and operating environment of the supported unit. . Coordinates, monitors, and controls the development, maintenance, and distribution of AVCAL and SHORCAL from allowance list. . Prepares the tailored Aircraft Equipment Configuration List (AECL) for review by supported unit. Monitors accuracy and updates the AECL when appropriate. l Verifies, updates, and maintains file data of supported unit allowances. l Monitors and confirms customer requirements. . Assesses system capabilities and enhancements to improve the support process and overall readiness of intermediate maintenance activities. There are three site support sections under the Customer Advocate branch in ASO These sections perform the functions of the Customer Advocate branch in support of different sites. Site support section 1 performs the functions for assigned afloat units. Section 2 performs the functions for assigned Marine Air Group (MAG) and selected shore stations. Section 3 performs the functions for assigned shore stations. The Requisition Control Center (RCC) of the Customer Operations division performs the following functions: . Receives and processes all requisitions and requisition-related documents received by mail or message. . Reviews and prepares for processing all mechanically oriented material requests. . Edits material requests and related documents for correct format. . Ensures quick delivery of material required to fill customer requisitions. 1-5