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Figure 2-3. Repair Method Using a Zigzag Sewing Machine
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Patching Procedures. Patching is a procedure used to repair holes which cannot be darned in airdrop equipment
constructed from textile materials. This procedure applies to items such as parachute canopies, deployment
bags, packs, cargo bags, and other assorted canvas and webbing items.
(1) Making a Basic Patch. A basic patch is used to repair damaged cloth when the affected area is no closer
than 1-inch (2.54 cm) from the radial seam, edge reinforcement, or lower lateral band Should a damaged
area be closer than 1 -inch (2.54 cm) to the cited areas, a miscellaneous patch will be made as detailed In
paragraph 2 8.g. There are three methods which may be used to apply a basic patch and the procedures for
performing each method are outlined as follows:
(a) The Sewn Patch. The primary method of applying a basic patch Is by sewing. The patch may be
applied on either the inside or the outside of the item using the details of Figure 2-4 and as follows:
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