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Earlier this week, we received some very kind words from NASA Flight Surgeon and NEEMO 12 Aquanaut Dr. Josef Schmid. He writes:

Your NURC crew there is simply one of the most professional, well managed, and superior groups of people with whom I have ever had the chance to work. Safety is absolutely embedded and infused throughout the program. The operational and equipment training provided by Ross, Roger, Mark (Otter), Otto, Tim and Derrick is world class. The absolute professionalism of the habitat technicians James and Dom is simply second to none. The dedication and skill of the surface support divers reflects the quality of the entire organization. Finally, the leadership and execution of the mission by Craig “Coop” Cooper and Jim is at the same level of the excellent general officers that I have known in my military career.

Personally, it is priceless to me to have participated as crew. To be associated and to work with your NURC professionals is the highest honor.

He goes on to write:

In my opinion, your personnel and facilities at Key Largo and the Aquarius are a national treasure.

Thank you, Joe!