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Apache: Ship Servocylinders in Original Containers
July 31, 2020 — When you receive a new servocylinder for your Apache, make sure you place the unserviceable servocylinder it’s replacing in that container and return it for repair or overhaul. Don’t use the containers for anything else!... MORE

Aircraft: FOD Control is a Must
July 8, 2020 — Foreign object debris (FOD) is the culprit behind foreign object damage (FOD) to aircraft. FOD can come from the most unsuspecting places, like a pebble stuck in the sole of your boots, hardware that’s been left behind after maintenance or just general debris not cleaned up... MORE

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

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

Aviation: Dealing With Birds and Nests in Aircraft and Hangars
June 4, 2020 — The old saying, “birds of a feather flock together,” is not just a turn of the phrase, but a reality that’s happening on and inside Black Hawks, Apaches, Chinooks and aircraft hangars. Any aircraft opening or perch is an opportunity for birds to build nests. They make nests in sheltered places using material such as grass, scraps of safety wire, straw or other material. All of these materials create potential trouble. Nests are foremost a FOD problem. ... MORE

Apache: Keep the Birds Out
May 21, 2020 — Crew chiefs, it’s that time of year again when those fine-feathered friends target your Apache and become stowaways to build nests for their little ones. Birds use whatever they can to make nests, such as grass, small pieces of wiring or other material. Bird nests are a FOD problem you need to pay attention to. Here's what you need to know to keep FOD away... MORE

Aircraft: Win the Battle of the Birds
May 19, 2020 — The old saying, “Birds of a feather flock together,” is not just a saying, but it’s happening inside aircraft hangars. Birds love to set up shop inside hangars to nest and breed. They leave droppings, which is always a problem. Here are some ways to minimize their impact... MORE

Aircraft: Maintenance Situational Unawareness
May 11, 2020 — Aircraft maintenance is very important for mission success and so is maintenance situational awareness. The two go hand-in hand. The US Army Aviation Center of Excellence and Fort Rucker published an article about maintenance situational unawareness. We have a link to it here. ... MORE

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