Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VR) 57 crewchief, Naval Aircrewman Mechanical 2nd Class Chase Christy, of Orange County, Calif., conducts a preflight inspection and checks in preparation for a flight to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. VR-57 provides critical logistics support to the Navy, often on short notice, and is comprised of full time support and select reserve sailors. (U.S. Navy Photo by MC2 Melissa K. Russell/Released)
<dl><dd>Unit: Navy Public Affairs Support Element West</dd>
<dd>DVIDS Tags: VR-57; NUFEA; Navy Unique Fleet Essential Airlift; C-40 Alpha</dd></dl>
Petty Officer 2nd Class Melissa Russell
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