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AH-64: Use Correct Multi-Meter for Circuit Check
February 4, 2022 — Mechanics, when performing continuity checks on the S39 circuit continuity switch-box, use the Fluke® 27-II multimeter. Here’s why... MORE

All Aircraft: Update on Proper Shipping
February 3, 2022 — Back in Jan 2020, in “Aircraft: Proper Shipping Fights Corrosion and Saves Money,” we encouraged units returning items for depot level repair (DLR) to follow proper packing guidelines in order to protect the equipment, save money and fight corrosion. Here’s a bit more information to achieve these important outcomes... MORE

PS Offers Retro PM & Safety Posters
February 1, 2022 — The PS website recently started offering 11-in by 17-in retro posters that unit maintenance and supply leaders can print and hang in motor pool offices, maintenance bays, supply rooms and other common areas where Warfighters congregate... MORE

All Aircraft: Pick the Right Type and Number of Jacks
January 28, 2022 — Mechanics, aircraft jacks are vital for maintenance on your helicopter. They’ve been around for years and gone through a lot of changes. Some have been put out to pasture while others have been neglected. This article offers pointers on picking the right type and number when jacking is needed... MORE

AGSE: Maintaining Aircraft Jacks
January 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. ... MORE

Aviation: 2021 Year-in-Review
January 18, 2022 — In this inaugural year-in-review article, let’s take a look back at some of the topics and themes that stood out in 2021 with an eye towards refreshing your maintenance skills and keeping your aircraft mission-ready... MORE

AGSE: Titan Torque Wrench Discontinued
December 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... MORE

HH/UH-60M, AH-64E, CH-47F: Get Familiar with Fiber Optic Care
December 29, 2021 — Initial note: This article applies to deploying or deployed units only. Aviation maintainers/electricians, to ensure aircraft are more survivable against threat missiles, the Project Office Aircraft Survivability Equipment installed fiber optics on HH/UH-60M, AH-64E, and CH-47F aircraft, as part of a limited interim missile warning system quick reaction capability (LIMWS QRC)... MORE

All Aircraft: How to Get Shatterproof Sample Bottles
December 29, 2021 — When I was in Germany back in 2009-2012, we had fuel sample bottles that were shatterproof. They were glass, but had a clear, soft coating of rubber or vinyl around them. If you dropped them, the glass would not break. I’ve been looking for an NSN for them, but I’ve had no luck. Can you help?... MORE

All Aircraft: Tool Warranty Program Update
December 17, 2021 — The aviation foot locker (AFL) and the new aviation tool system (NATS) are both covered under a lifelong warranty program. This program enables units to get replacements for worn or damaged tools. There’s a challenge at the moment because the manufacturers of some of the tools in these kits are having difficulty sourcing replacements, due in part to the disruption of supply chains because of the COVID- 19 pandemic. This article provides a possible remedy... MORE

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