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The U.S. military has a history of fighting wars and winning battles through the overwhelming use of force. In today's strategic environment, however, the battle is often one of competition [...]

Operators, during your PMCS walkaround on the 22-ton crane, make sure you check for oil leaks around the vehicle's outrigger assemblies. Exposure to the elements and plain old wear and [...]

BLUF: Cold weather can take a toll on your M113-series vehicle. Crewmen, extreme cold weather can cause a variety of problems for your M113-series armored personnel carrier. Here's how you [...]

BLUF: Due to a production delay for the Night Vision Device (NVD) Advanced Combat Helmet (ACH) lever bracket, order the next higher assembly, NSN 5855-01-610-8704, as a substitute for the [...]

BLUF: Order AGPU hydraulic hose adapter assemblies so that DLA can establish demand to initiate sourcing and requisition fulfillment. Mechanics, the aviation ground power unit (AGPU) which is listed in [...]

BLUF: Flightfax 5 has important questions about cold weather; knowing the answers will help protect your aircraft. Mechanics, of all the four seasons, winter can be particularly harsh on aircraft. [...]

BLUF: The rim shown as Item 3 in Fig 23 of TM 9-2330-339-23P (Dec 15) is only for M967A2 and M969A3 fuel tankers. Warfighters, the rim shown as Item 3 [...]

BLUF: Use the master disconnect switches to cut off all flow from the batteries after use. Operator, your bridge erection boat (BEB) might not start if it's been sitting for [...]

BLUF: When turning in the APU generator for repair, include its cover, NSN 611501-155-4580, to prevent work stoppage. Mechanics, make a note that when you turn in these unserviceable Black [...]

BLUF: Turn in these unserviceable parts ASAP to support repair programs. Mechanics, in the ongoing effort to assist aviation readiness, here's a list of yet more parts that have low [...]

BLUF: Label shipping containers correctly when turning obsolete M113-series FOV's heater box engines into the supply system to avoid confusion and costly repair depot delays. Units, after converting an M113-series [...]

BLUF: Replacement data plates are available for various night vision devices (NVDs). Units, note that there are replacement data plates available for the following five NVD family of systems: * [...]

The hydraulic hoses on the 120M road grader's front wheel drive are constantly rubbed and chaffed during operations because they're so close together. All that rubbing can wear holes in [...]

THE U.S. ARMY HAS ACCEPTED ITS FIRST fully operational Precision Strike Missile, or PrSM, that will replace the Cold War-era Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) in the long-range precision fires [...]

The Avenger coolant reservoir assembly (CRA) argon bottles have inspection and replacement requirements, based on two dates annotated on each: 1. The manufacture build date (MFD). If the MFD exceeds [...]

BLUF: A digital (audible/indicating) torque wrench is preferred to the dial torque wrench for performing the Shadow caliper brake pressure test for the arresting gear. Mechanics, because the dial torque [...]

BLUF: Get a replacement tarp for the PLS's M6 dump body modular with NSN 2540-01-631-8339. This article initially appeared in PS 766 (Sep 16), p.60. Need a replacement tarp for [...]

BLUF: Two updated TMs contain set-up and breakdown warnings; one specific warning covers an area called the crush zone. Two tactical expanded shelter TMs have been updated for 2023. They [...]

BLUF: Replace a bad fairing sealing strip on the engine cowling with anti-chafe rubber bumpers, NSN 5340-01-054-1588, PN 0541588. Mechanics, the lower cowling sealing strip on the CH-47F Chinook left- [...]

BLUF: Managing Care of Supplies in Storage Priority Group 3 (SL Type 1) items correctly protects them from harm and increases readiness. Care of Supplies in Storage (COSIS) is an [...]

BLUF: Tossing out acrylic aircraft windows for minor damage is a thing of the past. Now you can repair them instead. This article initially appeared in PS 753 (Aug 15), [...]

BLUF: Use a little muscle to remove the Apache nose gearbox blocker plates and resist using tools. This article initially appeared in PS 699 (Feb 11), p. 35. Now that [...]

BLUF: Fuel tanker trailer's have NSN changes for fire extinguishers and brackets that need to be noted in current TMs. Maintainers, if you have any fuel tanker trailers that need [...]

BLUF: New rules impact the shipment of lithium batteries in personal property shipments. Prepping for a PCS? There's an important new rule that may affect you. Starting May 15, 2023, [...]

BLUF: The key to LADS running smoothly is keeping three (3) enclosures closed. This article initially appeared in PS 737 (Apr 14), p. 51. The laundry advanced system (LADS) has [...]

BLUF: Continuously firing a weapon in excess of the sustained rate of fire can overheat the barrel and cause a cook off. Soldiers, if you think only machine gun rounds [...]

BLUF: A new ECS servicing cart is available with NSN 4330-00-681-2281 (PN 7-562104012-607). Initial supply may be limited. Mechanics, Apache Environmental Control System (ECS) servicing carts, NSN 4330-01-512-5423 (PN 7-562104012-605) [...]

BLUF: TACOM CPC released two CARC spot painting videos. TACOM's Corrosion Prevention and Control (CPC) program has released two videos for chemical agent resistant coating (CARC) spot painting. There's a [...]

BLUF: Replace AN/PRC-158 and AN/PRC-162 hold up batteries properly or you'll have to turn R/Ts in for higher maintenance. Units should immediately replace the hold up battery (HUB) when the [...]

BLUF: Readiness starts from the bottom up. This article initially appeared in PS 780 (Nov 17), p. 1. Operators, you know that most decisions in the Army go from the [...]

BLUF: If applicable, make sure to lock out circuit breakers before working on electrical systems. This article originally appeared in PS 743 (Oct 14), pp. 23-24. Mechanics, when working on [...]

BLUF: All Chinook personnel must stop loading the SCAMP II into their aircraft because it exceeds load limits for the floor. If you transport the self-propelled crane aircraft maintenance and [...]

BLUF: Don't forget about the M3P machine gun during PMCS and pay attention to where you step when getting in the Avenger. This article initially appeared in PS 718 (Sep [...]

BLUF: If you have any data transfer modules, NSN 7025-01-542-8454, PN D6291000001, left over from the L-model Black Hawks, turn them in. Data Transfer Modules (DTMs) for the 128 Doppler [...]

BLUF: Field units can contact the Utility Helicopter Safety Office by email to resolve safety issues. If you have safety issues or concerns with your helicopter and need answers or [...]

BLUF: M989A1 HEMATs are experiencing water intrusion and guidance is available to mitigate it. Maintainers, if you have an M989A1 HEMAT, you might already know that these trailers are experiencing [...]

BLUF: Find new and revised TMs on the Army Publishing Directorate website Dear Connie, Is there a way I can find new TMs? By new, I mean brand-new TMs, as [...]

BLUF: Here are some NSNs you'll need when you operate the next range. This article initially appeared in PS 762 (May 16). It can be frustrating to arrive at the [...]

BLUF: Order the battery for the aviation light utility mobile maintenance cart (ALUMMC) with NSN 6140-01-523-6288. Mechanics, if you're having trouble locating the NSN for the aviation light utility mobile [...]

BLUF: If the Apache M231 rocket launcher doesn't register when rockets are loaded, then check the contacts first before troubleshooting further. This article initially appeared in PS 745 (Dec 14), [...]

BLUF: Follow safety precautions during mine clearing operations to prevent personnel injuries and equipment damage. Crewmen, your M1-series tank's mine clearing blade (MCB), NSN 2590-01-230-8862, is a powerful battlefield tool. [...]

BLUF: Regular engine compartment maintenance can reduce the risk of fires in M113-series personnel carriers. Maintainers, engine compartment fires are still happening far too often in M113-series vehicles. Many fires [...]

BLUF: The best way to clean the Apache's M230 gun is to remove the barrel first before cleaning. This article initially appeared in PS 738 (May 14), p. 26. The [...]

BLUF: Replace the M26 Decon throttle cable using NSN 2590-01-623-6988. Dear Half-Mast, My unit has an M26 Decon with a crushed throttle cable housing. The TM reference, Item 105 in [...]

BLUF: Three (3) brand-new TMs for the Tactical Communications Node-Lite are now available. A three (3)-volume set for the Tactical Communications Node-Lite (TCN-L), NSN 5895-01-657-3979, PN AN/MSC-85(V)1, has been released. [...]

BLUF: There is no SINCGARS radio kit authorized for the HMEE-1. A common question about the HMEE-1 is whether a SINCGARS radio can be mounted in it. A related question [...]

BLUF: Order tire chains for the standard aircraft towing system (SATS) with NSN 2540-00-528-7360. Mechanics, if you need tire chains for the standard aircraft towing system (SATS) wheels, use NSN [...]

BLUF: Static electricity can damage parts in the LADS. This article initially appeared in PS 735, p. 52 (Feb 14). The laundry advanced system (LADS) has a lot of electronic [...]