What determines the overhaul cycle of military aircraft?

The overhaul cycle of military aircraft is item specific. Each and every aircraft goes through a though check list after each flight has ended. This procedure is known as a post flight inspection.Any abnomalities would be noted at this time and the appropriate work orders would then be generated.Also each aircraft goes through more detailed inspections of engines and flight electronics every 50, 100, flight hours. Also aircraft may be inspected at any time due to a request by commanding pilot whenever he/she may feel the procedure may be required. I.E. aircraft controls suspisous handling qualities. ect,