Fuel techs keep Truman on the go.A coffee mug sits on the desk of Senior Chief Aviation Boatswain s Mate-Fuels (AW) John Coontz on board Harry S. Truman For other persons named Harry Truman, see Harry Truman (disambiguation). Harry S. Truman (May 8 1884 – December 26 1972) was the thirty-third President of the United States (1945–1953); as vice president, he succeeded to the office upon the death of Franklin D. (CVN (Card Verification Number) See CSC. 75). From the look of it, you can tell it has been used more than once. On the side of the mug it reads, "I love the smell of jet fuel in-the morning." According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Coontz, the air department's V-4 divisional leading chief petty officer, the phrase is an attitude and lifestyle for fuel technicians. Just as coffee can fuel the personnel aboard, jet fuel powers many functions essential to the carrier's mission. When the ship participates in air strikes, critical attention is placed on getting fuel to the aircraft to support their missions. "We're the lifeblood of the ship," said Coontz. "Planes don't go anywhere without fuel." He knows his team plays a key role when it comes to readiness. "Our primary mission is to receive, store and issue jet propulsion jet propulsion, propulsion of a body by a force developed in reaction to the ejection of a high-speed jet of gas. Jet Propulsion Engines The four basic parts of a jet engine are the compressor, turbine, combustion chamber, and propelling nozzles. fuel to embarked air wing and transiting aircraft." But it's not just aircraft for which they provide fuel. Other uses include explosive ordnance disposal The detection, identification, on-site evaluation, rendering safe, recovery, and final disposal of unexploded explosive ordnance. It may also include explosive ordnance which has become hazardous by damage or deterioration. Also called EOD. , ground support equipment and sea-air-land team functions, as well as damage control equipment like pumps and emergency generators. Besides long hours, being a fuel technician can be a hard, dirty job but the Sailors take pride in what they do. The fuel has to meet certain standards. If those standards aren't met, the engine of an airplane could flame out or the fuel meters could get clogged, possibly making a pilot think there is more fuel available than there really is. The techs help ensure the quality of the fuel that keeps Truman on the go. For related news, visit www.news.navy.mil/ local/cvn75. By JOSN JOSN Job Order Serial Number JOSN Seaman, Journalist Striker (Naval Rating) Dale Eng, Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Public Affairs |
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