Operations Update for Tuesday, August 24
The last few days of a saturation mission always come faster than you expect. Decompression starts tomorrow at 1600. It makes for a busy day for the habitat techs and surface support crew. There are checklists to be done and lots of potting (the method used for bringing items in and out of the habitat to and from the surface).
Scientists on this mission have done a great job. They paid attention during training and have followed all of the rules and guidelines. Thanks Chris, Tiffany, Steve and Tse-Lynn. Great job!
We couldn’t have done this mission without the support of the vessel Freedom Star. Thank you Captain Mike Nicholas and crew. In addition, cudos to Larry Collins, Manager of Diving Operations for the Freedom star, and his dive crew. You guys have done a stellar job. Larry is a former Aquarius Aquanaut, so he knows what is involved in running one of these missions.
It goes without saying that an Aquarius mission would not be possible without the dedication of our topside staff. I’m honored to be a part of the Aquarius team and to work with such a talented and hard working group.
Lastly, I’d like to thank Ryan for a great mission. You’re awesome!