Flight Quarters

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Flight Quarters

Flight Quarters was a major evolution that required members of nearly every division

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F.O.D. (Foreign Object Damage) Walk Down. We assemble and inspect the deck for the smallest particles (paint chips) that could be blown about and damage a jet engine.

With the flight deck clear, we assume our stations and wait for the helicopter

HT Yaun and FN Dennis waiting for the helicopter

While waiting for the helicopter, FN Dennis poses in his fire resistant suit.

FN Freiheit waiting for the helicopter

SN Hayes guides the helo in

The Starboard Crash and Rescue Team and a Corpsman watch an incoming helo

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F.O.D. (Foreign Object Damage) Walk Down. We assemble and inspect the deck for the smallest particles (paint chips) that could be blown about and damage a jet engine.
With the flight deck clear, we assume our stations and wait for the helicopter
HT Yaun and FN Dennis waiting for the helicopter
While waiting for the helicopter, FN Dennis poses in his fire resistant suit.
FN Freiheit waiting for the helicopter
SN Hayes guides the helo in
The Starboard Crash and Rescue Team and a Corpsman watch an incoming helo