UNIT MAINTENANCE 24-FOOT DIAMETER TROOP CHEST RESERVE (T-10R) PARACHUTE AND THE MIRPS INSPECTION

TM 10-1670-269-23&P 0010 00 0010 00-1 UNIT MAINTENANCE 24-FOOT DIAMETER TROOP CHEST RESERVE (T-10R) PARACHUTE AND THE MIRPS INSPECTION THIS SECTION COVERS: Routine Pack-In-Process Inspection Technical-Rigger Type Inspection In-Storage Inspection Equipment Disposition INITIAL SETUP: Equipment Condition Packed Personnel Required 92R (10) Parachute Rigger ROUTINE INSPECTION A routine inspection is a visual check performed to ascertain the serviceability of all visible components of a parachute that is packed or rigged for use. The inspection will be made on all components that can be inspected without opening the pack. This inspection will be administered by a parachute rigger prior to use. Parachutes issued for an aerial delivery operation and not deployed will receive a routine inspection prior to being placed into ready-for-issue storage. PACK-IN-PROCESS INSPECTION A pack-in-process inspection is performed at specified intervals during the packing of a parachute to insure that only authorized procedures and methods are being used. A parachute rigger other than the packer or rigger preparing the applicable equipment for use will accomplish this inspection. NOTE For Army personnel, the In-Process-Inspector (IP) qualifications are IAW AR 750-32. 1. The intervals at which the inspection is performed for the T-10R is as follows: a. After the parachute is placed in proper layout. b. After gores are folded and flatfold is completed. c. After the canopy is longfolded. d. After suspension lines are stowed. e. After the canopy is stowed and the temporary locking pins are installed. f. After the pilot chute is stowed. g. After the parachute is completely packed. 2. The intervals at which the inspection is performed for the MIRPS is as follows: a. After the parachute is placed in proper layout. b. After the gores are folded and flatfold is completed.