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AH-64D/E: Trouble with MUMT?
August 4, 2021 — According to the Apache Sensors Project Office, maintainers are encountering poor Manned Un-Manned Teaming (MUMT) signal strength on systems that check out with a test set, while pilots are reporting having bad video in the aircraft... MORE

I Own This: July 2021 Nominees
August 4, 2021 — PS Magazine’s I Own This campaign is designed to recognize Warfighters of all services who exemplify the highest standards of care for their assigned vehicles and equipment and contribute in meaningful ways to their unit's overall maintenance and supply posture. In short, they live and breathe readiness. Here is the nominee for July 2021... MORE

Combat Vehicles: LRU Troubleshooting and NGATS/DSESTS
August 3, 2021 — Some units are turning in line replaceable units (LRUs) as unserviceable when they’re actually in good working condition. Turning in serviceable LRUs drives up costs and makes units spend money unnecessarily. Not to mention that unit readiness is hurt while vehicles sit around the motor pool waiting on replacement of an LRU that was actually working just fine. ... MORE

HMMWV: Ordering Steering Gear
August 3, 2021 — Dear Half Mast, my unit has been trying to order a steering gear (also known as the pitman arm) for an M1097R1 HMMWV that still has the older steering box and system. FED LOG lists an acquisition advice code (AAC) of X (semi-active item; no replacement with stock on-hand) for the item... MORE

DCGS-A: Two New Pubs Launched
August 3, 2021 — There are two (2) new TMs that cover operator and field maintenance, including RSPTL, for the DCGS-A portable, multi-function workstation (P-MFWS)... MORE

Patriot: Contaminated Hydraulic Fluid Can Cause Faults
August 3, 2021 — Dear Editor, The Patriot system is deployed worldwide and operates in all types of conditions from hot and dry to moist and freezing. Under these conditions, the hydraulic system can become contaminated by either particles or moisture. ... MORE

HEMTT, PLS: The New Plan is NCOMP
August 3, 2021 — Warfighters, there’s a new plan for HEMTT and PLS vehicles that aren’t used very often. The Optimized Maintenance Non-Combat Operations Maintenance Plan (NCOMP) will help reduce service workload for idle vehicles. Here's what you need to know... MORE

Apache: Stay in Touch with Transportability Team
August 2, 2021 — The Apache Project Management (PM) Transportability Team (APMTT) provides support to Apache units requiring movement. This includes preparing equipment, providing a transportability technician and conducting training and pre-deployment preparation mentoring. Read on to learn more... MORE

Apache: Use DA Form 2028 for IETM Improvements
August 2, 2021 — Soldiers, the Apache IETM group appreciates the contributions you’ve made to improve the Apache TMs. So if you have a suggestion or recommendation for a problem you see with an IETM, the pubs group wants to hear from you... MORE

UH-60: Don’t Stockpile Parts; Turn ‘Em In
July 30, 2021 — Mechanics, unserviceable aircraft parts have repair programs. So when they’re no longer serviceable, turn these parts in for repair. Don’t hold or stockpile them... MORE

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