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Airplane Maintenance

"Squawks" are problem listings that pilots generally leave for maintenance crews to fix before the next flight. Here are some squawks submitted by US Air Force pilots and the replies from the maintenance crews.

Problem: Left inside main tire almost needs replacementSolution: Almost replaced left inside main tire

Problem: Test flight OK, except autoland very roughSolution: Autoland not installed on this aircraft

Problem: #2 Propeller seeping prop fluidSolution: #2 Propeller seepage normal - #1 #3 and #4 propellers lack normal seepage

Problem: Something loose in cockpitSolution: Something tightened in cockpit

Problem: Evidence of leak on right main landing gearSolution: Evidence removed

Problem: DME volume unbelievably loudSolution: Volume set to more believable level

Problem: Dead bugs on windshieldSolution: Live bugs on order

Problem: Autopilot in altitude hold mode produces a 200 fpm descentSolution: Cannot reproduce problem on ground

Problem: IFF inoperativeSolution: IFF always inoperative in OFF mode (IFF-Identification Friend or Foe)

Problem: Friction locks cause throttle levers to stickSolution: That's what they're there for

Problem: Number three engine missingSolution: Engine found on right wing after brief search

Problem: Aircraft handles funnySolution: Aircraft warned to straighten up, "fly right" and be serious

Problem: Target Radar humsSolution: Reprogrammed Target Radar with the lyrics