TM 1-8415-216-12&P
TABLE 2-1. OPERATOR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES
B - Before (pre-flight)
A - After (post-flight)
ITEM
NO.
1.
Helmet shell (exterior).
WARNING
Do not repair or use any helmet that
is damaged beyond the limits set
forth in the PMCS charts. injury or
death may result if you do.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Inspect surface for chipped paint
with penetration of fibers.
Inspect surface for cracks.
2.
3.
Helmet Shell (Interior).
Inspect visible surface for
delaminations larger than a nickel.
Lining, Helmet, Shock (EAL/TPL).
4.
Earcups/Earseals.
INTERVAL
B
A
ITEM TO BE INSPECTED/
NOT FULLY MISSION
PROCEDURE
CAPABLE IF:
Check fit.
Check for holes and cracks.
Check fit.
Check for holes, cracks, and tears.
Surface has chipped
paint with penetration
of fibers.
Surface has cracks.
Visible surface has
delaminations larger
than a nickel.
Loose fit or improperly
fitted.
Lining, hemet, shock
(EAL) has andy holes
or compressions, any
gouges deeper that ¼"
any cracks in front, any
cracks wider than ½" in
rear; lining, helmet,
shock (TPL) cloth cover
is torn.
Earseals are not
properly compressed
around wearer’s ears.
Holes, cracks, or tears
exist.
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