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AGSE: PM AGSE-Managed Items Graphical Aid
By | March 20, 2024
To avoid searching through multiple TMs, ETMs and IETMs for AGSE NSNs, PM AGSE has created a one-page reference sheet of managed items. Read on to find out more...

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AGSE: Find AGPU Protective Cover Maintenance Instructions in TM
By | Feb. 16, 2024
The AGPU cover maintenance instructions are in Change 1 to TM 1-1730-229-13 (Jan 17) and the cover has an NSN assigned. Read on to find out more...

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AGSE: AGPU Hydraulic Hose Adapter Assemblies - New NSNs
By | Dec. 10, 2023
New NSNs have been assigned for AGPU hydraulic hose assemblies in TM 1-1730-229-24P (Jan 16) that have several benefits beyond the hoses by themselves. Read on to learn about these benefits, get the new NSNs and start...

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AGSE: ALUMMC Clutch Removal Tool NSN
By | Dec. 8, 2023
If you’re looking for the ALUMMC clutch removal tool in TM 1-1740-213-13&P (Feb 16), it’s not there. Keep reading to learn what the NSN is and how to submit a recommended change to the TM when it’s missing information or has...

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All Aircraft: Pay Attention to TM Warnings, Cautions and Notes
By | July 28, 2023
This article initially appeared in PS 704 (Jul 11), p. 26. When performing maintenance on your aircraft, make sure you don’t ignore the warnings, cautions and notes. They protect your from hurt, harm and danger. Read on to...

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AGSE: ALUMMC Battery NSN
By | March 16, 2023
The battery NSN for the ALUMMC is currently missing from TM 1-1740-213-13&P (Feb 16). We have it for you here. Keep reading to learn the NSN...

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AGSE: SATS Tire Chains NSN
By | March 9, 2023
If you need tire chains for the standard aircraft towing system or SATS, then keep reading to learn the NSN...

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AGSE: SATS Radiator Flat Washer NSN Correction
By | Feb. 27, 2023
The NSN for the flat washer for the standard aircraft towing system (SATS) radiator is incorrect in TM 1-1740-221-13&P (May 16). Read on to get the correct NSN...

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AGSE: Now on milSuite - Update
By | Feb. 22, 2023
This article updated Feb 22, 2023. If you work on aviation ground support equipment (AGSE), the product office has a milSuite site for AGSE information. This site replaces the information previously found on JDTI. Click here...

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AGSE: TMs for Aviation Ground Support Equipment
By | Feb. 7, 2023
Check out all the aviation ground support equipment (AGSE) TMs – we've got the list here – on the LDAC website as you do maintenance on all AGSE. Read on for more information...

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AGSE: Magnetic Particle Inspection Kit Added to NDI Shelter
By | Jan. 27, 2023
Aviation maintenance information message (MIM) AGSE-23-MIM-01 adds a magnetic particle inspection kit to the non-destructive inspection (NDI) shelter. Keep reading to learn more about the kit and its purpose...

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Aviation Year-in-Review: New and Updated NSNs Captured in 2022
By | Jan. 13, 2023
Updated or new NSNs are a challenge to keep up with. Here’s a list that PS captured in 2022 for aircraft and aviation equipment. Get them here…...

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AGSE: Get SCAMP II Filters from Supply System
By | Sept. 2, 2022
The Army is now listed as a user of the SCAMP II Expeditionary Crane filters, which can be ordered through the supply system. Keep reading to get the correct NSNs. ...

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AGSE: Install SATS Wheel Assembly Correctly
By | Aug. 25, 2022
There's a right way and a wrong way to install the wheel assemblies on the SATS. We told you the correct way in PS 777 (Aug 17) and the TM's been updated to reflect the same procedures. Read on to refresh your memory and to...

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AGSE: How to Get a Windshield Wiper Arm for SATS
By | Aug. 17, 2022
The SATS TM has an incorrect NSN and part number for the SATS windshield wiper arm. Until the TM is updated, units should order the wiper arm from the manufacturer. Keep reading to learn the details...

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AGSE: Got Questions About SCAMP Warranty Claims?
By | Aug. 1, 2022
Keep abreast of the SCAMP warranty claims and fill out the paperwork for claims if needed. Find out more HERE...

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AGSE: Get Polymer Doors for ALUMMC
By | June 16, 2022
I’ve been trying to get NSNs for the passenger-side and driver-side polymer doors used on the Aviation Light Utility Mobile Maintenance Cart (ALUMMC), NSN 1740-01-632-9476, to replace the international automation systems...

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AGSE: Latest SCAMP II TM Available
By | May 26, 2022
Mechanics, make a note that the SCAMP II’s TM 9-3810-365-13&P (Feb 22) is now available through the LDAC ETM website. Read on for details...

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AGSE: Tire Replacement for GANG
By | March 15, 2022
I'm doing maintenance on the tire and wheel assembly for the generic aircraft nitrogen generator (GANG) and have hit a roadblock. In TM 1-3655-245-13&P (Mar 13), the NSN for the tire and wheel assembly is inactive according...

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AGSE: Maintenance Platform Care & Safety
By | March 10, 2022
Successful maintenance on aircraft is a must. To access hard-to-reach places on your Black Hawk, Apache or Chinook, you’ll need maintenance platforms. And these platforms also require maintenance, so read on to discover how...

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AGSE: Maintaining Aircraft Jacks
By | Jan. 26, 2022
This article initially appeared in PS 760  (Mar 16). Mechanics, if you have jacks sitting around the hangar collecting dust, make sure you give them a personal maintenance once-over before using them on your helicopters...

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AGSE: Titan Torque Wrench Discontinued
By | Dec. 29, 2021
Mechanics, if you have a Titan torque wrench, NSN 5120-01-400-0232, discontinue use immediately, per aviation maintenance action message, AGSE-22-AMAM-02. Read on to learn how to replace this wrench if you have one...

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All Aircraft: Be Prepared for Cold Weather
By | Oct. 25, 2021
When winter weather extremes hit you and your aircraft with frigid temps, snow, ice and wind, even preventive maintenance (PM) defensive measures may be too little, too late...

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AGSE: For Want of an ALUMMC Windshield Bolt
By | Aug. 27, 2021
Dear Sergeant Blade, in WP 0132 (Maintainer Maintenance Windshield Assembly) of the aviation light utility mobile maintenance cart’s (ALUMMC) TM 1-1740-213-13&P (Feb 16), mushroom bolts are needed to secure the windshield...

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AGSE: New Contact Info
By | March 1, 2021
Have a need or recommendation for a product improvement that will save time, improve readiness or reduce costs for aviation ground support equipment (AGSE)? AGSE and your combat developers want to hear about it...

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AGSE: The Maintainer’s Kit Bag
By | Feb. 16, 2021
When it comes to maintaining aircraft readiness, your aviation ground support equipment (AGSE) and tools should never take a back seat. Proper management and maintenance of AGSE and tools are key to making sure you have the...

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H-60, AH-64, AGPU: New Hydraulic Filters Reduce Failures
By | Oct. 23, 2020
This article initially appeared in PS 786 (May 18), pp. 38-39. When hydraulic filters don’t do their job, it leads to system contamination, component failure and flight safety concerns...

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AGSE: For Want of a Light Bulb
By | April 23, 2020
This letter to SFC Blade initially appeared in PS 797 (APR 19), Page 23. Dear Sergeant Blade, I have the newly fielded Aviation Light Utility Mobile Maintenance Cart (ALUMMC), NSN 1740-01-632-9476...

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AGSE: The Right Way to Order Zephyr RHGSE Parts
By | Jan. 24, 2020
Soldier operating Zephyr on LakotaMechanics,Getting the parts you need for your Zephyr rescue hoist ground support equipment (RHGSE) may require some additional steps. While most of the Zephyr’s parts have NSNs and are listed...

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AGSE: Looking For Aircraft Trailer Parts?
By | Jan. 23, 2020
This article initially appeared in Issue PS 799, pages 26. Dear Sergeant Blade, we have an aircraft maintenance trailer and are having problems finding repair parts in FED LOG. Can you help with parts?...

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Aviation: Need AGSE Help?
By | Oct. 25, 2019
If you have questions about aviation ground support equipment (AGSE), visit the PM AGSE help ticket website...