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This specification defines the requirements for a gelled cleaning compound for cleaning the soiled exterior of Service aircraft.

The cleaning compound may be applied by pressure pump as a thixotropic liquid or by brushing or by swabbing.

The surfaces to be cleaned may be unpainted metal or surface painted with glossy or matt schemes, including strippable acrylic paint complying with DTD 5599.

This specification includes tests to limit specific forms of corrosion that affect structural aircraft materials.