TM 10-1670-269-23&P
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Table 2. Stitching and Restitching Specifications
Component
Recommended
Sewing Machine
(Code Symbol)
Stitches per
Inch
Thread
Size
Pilot Chute
LD
DN
7 to 11
Darn
E
A
Bridle Line
MD ZZ
7 to 11
E
Gore Section
LD
DN
LD ZZ
7 to 11
Darn
7 to 11
E
A
E
Vent Line
MD ZZ
7 to 11
E
Radial Line
LD ZZ
7 to 11
E
Suspension Line
MD ZZ
7 to 11
Canopy Path
LD
7 to 11
E
V-Tab
LD
LD ZZ
7 to 11
7 to 11
E
E
Upper Lateral Band
MD
7 to 11
E
Lower Lateral Band
MD
7 to 11
E
Radial Seam
LD
7 to 11
E
Pocket Band
LD
7 to 11
E
Spreader Bar
MD
5 to 8
3
Pack Assembly
DN
Darn
E
Log Record Pocket
LD
7 to 11
E
Pilot Chute Protector Flap
LD
DN
7 to 11
Darn
E
E
Pile and Hook Tape
LD
7 to 11
E
Ripcord Grip Pocket
LD
BT
7 to 11
42 to 48
E
E
Pack Opening Spring Band
LD
7 to 11
E
Pack Fastener
LD
7 to 11
E
Grommet Hole Reinforcement
MD
7 to 11
E
2. Other parachute items. Stitching and restitching on other parachute items constructed from cloth,
canvas, and webbing should be accomplished with thread, which matches the color of the original
stitching, when possible. All straight stitching should be locked by backstitching at least ½-inch.
Restitching should be locked by overstitching each end of the stitch formation by ½-inch. Zig-zag
stitching does not require locking; however, zig-zag restitching should extend at least ¼-inch into
undamaged stitching at each end, when possible. Restitching should be made directly over the
original stitching, following the original stitch pattern as closely as possible.
