In June 1986 he reported to Carrier Air Wing Two on board the aircraft carrier USS "Ranger"; he was assigned to Attack Squadron 145 (VA-145) and Aviation Electronic Countermeasures Squadron 131 (VAQ-131).
In June 1986 he reported to Carrier Air Wing Two on board the aircraft carrier USS Ranger (CV-61). He was assigned to the attack wing including Attack Squadron 145 (VA-145) and Aviation Electronic Countermeasures Squadron 131 (VAQ-131).