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Aviation: Take Control of CORROSION
July 7, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 800 (Jul 19), p. 25. Mechanics, aircraft multipin electrical connectors are the electrical interface between the aircraft and avionics systems. The failure of just one electrical connector could lead to a minor system failure at best, or a catastrophic failure at worst... MORE

AH-64E: Keep Moisture Out of NIU
July 6, 2020 — The AH-64E Apache’s nitrogen inerting unit (NIU), NSN 1560-01-587-1028, is designed to reduce oxygen in the aircraft’s fuel cells to prevent combustion... MORE

Apache/Longbow-Apache: Horizontal Stabilator Bearing Kit Available
June 26, 2020 — Mechanics, a new horizontal stabilator bearing removal, installation and staking kit (DMT-1018), NSN 4920-01-680-4199, was developed to make it easier for you to replace the AH-64D/E pivot bearings... MORE

New Zeta III Helmet Liners Available
June 24, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 800 (Jun 19), pp. 20-21. Helmets are important when flying aircraft. Just as important are the helmet liners. They need to fit your noggin well to ensure both safety and comfort. The newest in helmet liners, Zeta III, is now approved... MORE

Black Hawk: Repair Parts Need Turn-In
June 19, 2020 — Mechanics, maintenance and overhaul programs rely on you to turn in unserviceable parts! If you have any unserviceable Black Hawk parts lying around, turn them in ASAP... MORE

Chinook: TM Change Coming
June 17, 2020 — Mechanics, a change in WP 4796 of TM 1-1520-271-23&P (Aug 18) is forthcoming that concerns removing the mass memory server (MMS). Keep reading to learn more. ... MORE

ALSE: Got Underwater Breathing Device Issues?
June 11, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 794 (Jan 19), p. 24. Units with the Aqua Lung survival egress air breathing system, including SEA-MK and SEA/LV2 versions, listen up! During rapid purging situations, the HP seat disc material of the first stage ON/OFF valve may poke out from the seat retainer, cutting off the air supply... MORE

Aircraft: COVID-19 Disinfectant Recommendations
June 11, 2020 — Protecting yourself, your aircraft and everyone around you in a COVID-19 environment is important. In this new normal dealing with COVID-19, it’s important to remind you of the approved cleaning solution for all aircraft to get rid of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) hazards including biohazard contamination... MORE

Shadow: Battery Maintenance Training
June 8, 2020 — Shadow units, getting the full 10-year service life out of your lithium battery for the RQ-7B Shadow requires proper lithium battery maintenance and care. Following your TM’s battery maintenance schedule is crucial to a mission-ready aircraft... MORE

Aircraft General: Tie Down and Moor Aircraft per TMs
June 5, 2020 — When high winds kick up on the flight line, make sure you tie down and moor your aircraft like the -10 TM and TM 1-1500-250-23 (Aug 90) say. Your first step is to carefully read the aircraft’s -10 TM for typical blade tie-down and mooring instructions. When blades aren’t secured in high winds, wind gusts will blow rotor blades into the airframe, increasing the chances of aircraft damage. Your second step for tie-down and mooring information is TM 1-1500-250-23 (Aug 90)... MORE

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