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Patriot: Stow the Antenna Shroud by the Book
February 6, 2023 — Patriot crew members must always follow the TM when stowing the antenna shroud to prevent damage to the SLC access covers. Keep reading for the full story…... MORE

Patriot Missile System: Use Shipping Reservoir When Shipping a CLET
September 26, 2022 — If you replace a CLET, remove the shipping reservoir from the replacement and put it on the failed CLET. Read on to see why... 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

Patriot Missile System: Don’t Skimp on Filters
March 27, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 799, Page 38. Dear Editor, I know PS has recommended in the past that Patriot crews keep an extra set of filters on hand to make it easier for Patriot components to get plenty of cooling air. A dirty filter makes components overheat and can damage expensive circuit cards... MORE

Patriot Missile System: Don’t Make GPS NMC!
January 31, 2020 — This article initially appeared in Issue PS 789, pages 37. Dear Editor, it doesn’t take much to make the Patriot launcher’s GPS NMC. A little too much muscle removing the two GPS cables can damage their wiring. On our last deployment, we lost six cables that way... MORE

Patriot Missile System: Pinpoint PM
January 29, 2020 — This article initially appeared in Issue PS 785, pages 46-47. Dear Editor, we recommend these tips to keep Patriots firing with pinpoint accuracy: First, make sure to hit all the grease points and keep track of lubrication. The launcher especially has grease points that are often overlooked and then the outriggers or bullring end up with expensive damage... MORE

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