TM 10-1670-298-20&P
Figure 24. Basic Patch Application to Other Airdrop Equipment
1
Place the reparable item on a repair table, smooth the fabric around the damaged area, and secure the
item to the table with pushpins. Do not pin the damaged area.
2
Using an authorized marking aid of contrasting color, mark a square or rectangle around the area to be
patched.
3
Cut the damaged area fabric along the lines made in 2 above. Further cut the fabric diagonally at each
corner to allow a ½-inch (1.270 can) fold back in the raw edges.
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