BRAVO Z ULU
SAILORS AND MARINES PREVENTING MISHAPS
BRAVO ZULU Bravo Zulu is a naval signal originally sent by semaphore flags and in English, simply means “Well done.” You too can be featured here!
Petty Officer Jamie Marie Lynch
AE2 Kevin J. Hall On 28 August 2020, while executing morning foreign objects and debris (FOD) walk down, AE2 Hall noticed an object protruding from the auxiliary power unit inlet on Aircraft 168436. He immediately notified quality assurance and maintenance control. Upon further inspection, a bird was found inside of the plenum duct. His steadfast awareness and overall motivation prevented a potential mishap. His outstanding performance has justly won his shipmates’ admiration and respect and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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On 17 Jul 2020, Petty Officer Lynch ensured flight deck personnel’s safety on board the USS NIMITZ by stopping a miscommunication from putting Sailors in danger. While recovering aircraft 615, the Landing Signalman Enlisted(LSE) directed trainees into the rotor arc, unaware the AN/ALE39/47 Counter Measure Dispenser (chaff) needed to be de-armed. Petty Officer Lynch immediately directed the trainees to hold and indicated to the LSE that the chaff was armed. The countermeasures were de-armed and the trainees then moved in to complete the chock and chain evolution. Petty Officer Lynch’s situational awareness, initiative, and dedication to safety enabled her to identify a significant safety hazard and prevented serious injury.
