TM 10-1670-298-20&P
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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE OF AIRDROP EQUIPMENT.
a. Storage Site Selection. Container delivery system components should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated
environment with controlled temperature.
b. Inspection. In addition to performing the unit PMCS procedures, a technical/rigger-type inspection shall be
conducted with discrepancies corrected prior to placement in storage.
c. Cleaning and Drying. Clean and dry the system components in accordance with the procedures described in TM
38-230-1.
d. Preservation. If the equipment is to be stored without regular PMCS or technical/rigger-type inspections being
performed, consult TM 38-230-2 for preservation requirements.
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SHIPMENT BETWEEN MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES.
The shipment of airdrop equipment between maintenance activities will be accomplished on a signature certification
basis using the best available means of transportation. Fabric items will be tagged in accordance with DA Pam 738-751,
and rolled, folded, or placed loosely in a deployment bag, aviator's kit bag, or other suitable container, as required. Use
of original containers is desired, if available. Used wood and metal airdrop items will be tagged as prescribed in DA Pam
738-751 and placed into a suitable type container, if possible. Unused airdrop equipment will be transported in their
original shipping containers. During shipment, every effort will be made to protect airdrop items from weather elements,
dust, dirt, oil, grease, and acids.
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OTHER SHIPMENT REQUIREMENTS.
Airdrop equipment destined for domestic or overseas shipment will be packaged and marked In accordance with AR 700-
15, TM 38-230-1, and TM 38-230-2. Shipment of airdrop items will be accomplished in accordance with AR 55-45.
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