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Aviation Tools: Hammers and Mallets Are NOT One-Size-Fits-All
July 21, 2022 — Mechanics, when grabbing a tool -- such as a hammer or mallet -- for maintenance, make sure to use the right tool to perform the task the right way. Keep reading to learn more... MORE

Chinook: Rotor Blade Stand Helps with Maintenance
July 6, 2022 — Mechanics, holding up a Chinook rotor blade to perform maintenance and to adjust the pitch change (PC) links is no small feat. Click HERE for more information... MORE

Chinook: When the Heat’s On, Get Sun Shades
June 21, 2022 — Crew members, as the summer months arrive and temperatures rise, the inside of a Chinook can get—as they say—hotter than the devil sitting on the flight line. Here's what to do... MORE

CH-47F: Chinook F-Model Training Info
February 25, 2022 — The Chinook helicopter has changed a lot over the decades. The F-model is the newest aircraft and getting familiar with it comes with use and training... 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

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: Cold Weather Prep, Icing and Winter Hazards
December 6, 2021 — Wintery weather brings many maintenance challenges, so make sure you’re on top of cold weather operations by thinking about environmental factors, operational procedures, training and hazards. Two Flightfax articles will help you prep for cold weather... MORE

All Aircraft: Be Prepared for Cold Weather
October 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... MORE

CH-47: Need Chinook Covers?
July 23, 2021 — Mechanics, your Chinooks come with primary covers for different parts of the aircraft. You’ll find these covers listed in the TMs. Just in case you don’t have the primary covers on hand, the Chinook PM has provided seven (7) approved alternate covers for your aircraft... MORE

CH-47D/F: Where to Store Tie-Down Chains
November 4, 2020 — Mechanics, storing Chinook tie-down chains or anything else in the canted beams area by the ramp only results in damage to your aircraft... MORE

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