REYKJAVIK, Iceland - Over the last year and a half while the world has been struggling to cope with COVID-19, the U.S. Navy has remained operational and at-sea, eschewing liberty port calls in order CMC - Command Master Chief. Listen to some typical public announcements made in an airport or airplane. (nuke) Electricians Mates often stand Motor Machinist (MM) watches to support the watchbill. Lagging Fiberglass insulation material commonly attached to bulkheads, ducts, and piping. Blue Force - Friendly forces in a wargame exercise. Signifies 'Good Job' or 'Well Done.'. Head Marine toilet. Also seen as "snack hole.". His minions direct the placement of aircraft on the deck, monitor the operation of catapults and arresting gear, and direct firefighting efforts if a crash occurs. Responsible for the air-launched weapons. Dirty Shirt Wardroom (USN) A wardroom (officers mess and lounge) aboard ship which does not require patrons to be in the uniform of the day, i.e. (2) Facetiously, a way for a helicopter pilot to keep his hands and feet occupied as he plummets to his death. (3) Disregard, as in "belay my last.". Benny Sugg (USN) Beneficial Suggestion program, a program where personnel were rewarded for making suggestions to improve some aspect of military life, usually living conditions. Buddy stores are hung on wing or fuselage hardpoints. Alpha Mike Foxtrot - Acronym for "Adios, Motherfucker". A cake or a couple of cases of beer are awarded to the cleanest mess on the ship. Ditty Bag A small cloth bag with drawstring closure; usually used to hold toilet articles and the like. Can (1) Short for TINCAN. Aka 'the poop', 'the gen' (USAF). Usually a combination of leftovers, plus something new to round out the service. If you are hearing-impaired, dial 711 for your state's number for TTY/TDD access E-mail: general.info@ny.frb.org Markets & Policy Implementation Economic Research Financial Institution Supervision (2) The signal to shut down a piece of gear. Ex Short for exercise. Some forms: mobex (an evolution involving a mob, i.e. Origin of term unclear. Arlington, VA . Captain of the - Person in charge of a particular part of the ship, e.g. The US version is a SEA LAWYER. Dip - To lower a sonar transducer into the water from a hovering helicopter. Youre going to need it, sir or maam. EM (1) Electricians Mate. That may be changing somewhat in these politically correct times, but to Bowdlerize the sailors language represented here would be to deny its rich history. Deck Ape - Surface fleet personnel, usually Boatswain's Mates, that care for topside gear and equipment. This supposedly goes back to when bread was usually pretty stale and its taste could be improved by dunking it in milk. Killick - (RN, RCN) Leading rate. Derogatory term for officers and enlisted that figuratively do the same. Higgy also most recently reunited with fellow shipmates at the 2010 Concord reunion. Knuckle-dragger - Any sailor whose job requires more brawn than brains. 'Fox One' is a semi-active radar-homing missile, e.g. Derisive interpretations of the acronym include: 'Christ, It Won't Shoot', and 'Captain, It Won't Shoot,' due to common maintenance difficulties. (2) The "rubber ducky" antenna of a handheld radio. (Effective October 3, 2022 10:00 a.m. local Eastern Time until September 29, 2023 4:00 p.m. local Eastern time.) AGL (Aviation) Above Ground Level. Alcoholic beverages were thereby prohibited aboard ship. ACM conducted between aircraft of different types. Cumshaw - Procurement of needed material outside the supply chain, usually by swapping, barter, or mutual backscratching. Group Grope A disorganized or confused evolution. Brow The proper term for what is often called the gangway, the temporary bridge connecting the ships quarterdeck to the pier. Anchor-faced - (RN) Anyone who is enthusiastic about the Navy. BENO Box Patrol station in the Eastern Mediterranean in the 80s. Also called 'The Aux'. Joe As in "cup of Joe," refers to coffee. Older (ca. See BOOMER. It had definite practical uses in those days, many of which have now ceased to exist. Beltway Bandit A company, or an employee of same, located near Washington, DC, which serves the defense industry. Jetsam Objects thrown over the side to lighten ship. Time seemed to move along since had announcements and the log book. Biologics The sounds generated by sea life, when picked up on sonar. If the ball is lined up with the datum lights, the aircraft is correctly positioned on the glideslope. See also JETSAM. AGI - Auxiliary, Intelligence Gathering, aka 'Tattletale'. Usually filled with oakum. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! Still: Used to call the crew to attention. FANG Fucking Air National Guard, or Florida Air National Guard. Seams were caulked or sealedpaidby jamming oakum fiber into the gaps, then smearing the seam with melted pitch or tar. Related Media. The Attachment rails, officially known as the rail integration A few thousand years ago, our ancestors wore Sign up for our newsletter and receive the mighty updates! Bells (1) A system of marking the time aboard ship. Fun Boss Person in change of setting up recreational opportunities during a port call or shore det. The derision arises from the lack of experience and naval knowledge of the typical graduate. From the process of weighing anchor; the sequence of reports is usually as follows: "Anchors at short stay" The ship has been pulled up to the anchor, but the anchor is still lying on the bottom, undisturbed. VIRGINIA BEACH - Leaders of the Military Resale Joint Buying Alliance announced $140 million in savings for its customers. (2) CHange of OPerational command, spoken as "inchop" (entering a command region or zone) or "outchop" (leaving a command region), e.g. Boomer - (1) (Naval) Ballistic missile submarine. Bandit (1) Air contact positively identified as hostile. Matelot - (RN) A sailor. Often used with the branch name or nickname, e.g. Black-shoe - Member of the surface or submarine community. Ostensibly sailors would "sweep up" prior to departure in preparation for the following day. Graduating Sailors will be granted daytime liberty after graduation to spend time off-base with their families and friends. After the Marines were reunited with their families, they were dismissed for six hours of on-base liberty. someone tentative in thought and/or action. COB - Chief Of (the) Boat. (2) Cross-training in another rate. A. J. Squared-Away The mythical sailor who always has his stuff together. As a verb, the act of returning to base or a tanker because of low fuel state. Offgoing section gets the remnants, if any. (3) An easy job, or one involving a minimum of red tape. with the XO, because the XO thought the Topside Watch was making fun of the situation. kept in the dark and fed bullshit) due to the poor outward visibility of the after 2 seats in the Prowler. Term used by submariners to refer to themselves. Banca Boat Term for any small native craft, especially in the Western Pacific or Indian Ocean/Persian Gulf. Golden BB - That one bullet or shell that ruins your (or your opponents) day in a dogfight or when conducting ground attacks. While I have attempted to present things with a bit of humor, if you are easily offended this FAQ may not be for you. (3) Easy, as in a class where the prof grades gently. Ragman'. 4-day special liberty is a liberty period designed to give a servicemember 4 full days Chinese Fire Drill Any evolution notable for its complete lack of coordination or military smartness. This is the normal daylight underway material condition, and represents a minimal condition of watertight integrity. 6 D's - Deep Diving Death Defying (or Dealing) Denizens of the Deep. 99 (USN aviation) Precedes a radio call which applies to a group of aircraft, e.g. Liberty Risk - Someone with a reputation for getting into trouble while on liberty. Feather Merchant A lightweight, i.e. Grease the Skids Refers to the practice of lubricating the ways (or skids) upon which a ship was built, just prior to her launching. Masker - A noise-reduction system in which air is pumped into the water from belts in the vicinity of the engineering spaces. (3) A commissioned officers rank, O2, in the Marine Corps or USAF/USA. Word Passed: Fall in at your pay station. Birds Tight Permission to fire is refused. Often a non-rated person. Clear Datum - (1) (Submarine) To leave the area where you have been detected (see DATUM). In extremely cold temperatures, the brass monkey shrank more than the iron cannon balls, and the stack of balls would collapseor perhaps ice which formed under the balls pushed them up enough to break them loose. Dog Dish The white hat worn by junior enlisted personnel. Get the best deals for us navy liberty cuffs at eBay.com. With the increasing usage of gas turbines, this is less of an issuea gas turbine ship can get underway within minutes if the lube oil systems are warm. in ACM, or a PQS signature obtained from a friend. Failure to do so means daily mandatory study hours supervised by the duty Chief. Bumboat A supply boat, usually of an unofficial nature. The most popular version of the terms origin is that Charlie Noble was an Admiral who insisted that the (brass or copper) galley smokestack be polished for inspections. Essentially, the angle between the air movement (*not* the horizon!) For general information about the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and its policy responsibilities: Tel: (212) 720-5000. (2) A curve or bend in a shoreline, or a small body of water formed by same.Bilge - (1) The area below the deck gratings in the lowest spaces of the ship, where things, especially liquids, tend to collect. Arresting Gear - Mechanism used to rapidly bring an aircraft to a halt aboard ship or ashore. The Liberty Program offers the opportunity to participate in fun and innovative adventures for all single, unaccompanied military members and their guests in an alcohol and tobacco-free environment. Also seen as initials, AMF.. Coner - aka 'Noseconer'. Generally a much more violent event than an unaccelerated stall. The terms meaning today is to reveal a secret. Joss, Jossman - (RN) Master at Arms. Also BOOTNECK (RN), GRUNT, JARHEAD, MUDPUPPY. (2) Time check, though this usage is more common to USAF than USN. '205 Tomcat ball, 3.5'. Geedunk, Gedunk - (1) Dessert/junk food/candy, or a place to buy same. It was carried over to the practice of putting ice cream into soda. Generally the result of a significantly non-excellent approach or a too-close waveoff, visually it looks like what happens to the running cartoon dog when he reaches the end of the chain. 875 N. Randolph Street, Suite 1425. DIW Dead In the Water. Deep Six (1) Originally, the call of the leadsman signifying that the water is more than 6 fathoms deep, but less than seven. Makee-Learnee Also seen as make-ye learnee. A simplified form of the lens is mounted on ships which operate helicopters. See SCUTTLEBUTT. Bullpen - Term for the large antenna arrays associated with a shore HFDF (High Frequency Direction Finding) station. If an aircraft breaks the hard deck, it is considered a safety-of-flight violation (a serious transgression). The opposite of BROWN WATER. (2) (RNZN) The inflated tube that holds up the center of the roof of a lifeboat. Fake Down To lay out a line to permit free running while maintaining seamanlike appearance. Hunter-killer (1) A SAG whose primary mission is ASW; a term coined in WWII. Get the details of the current Voyage of LIBERTY PASSION including Position, Port Calls, Destination, ETA and Distance travelled - IMO 9777888, MMSI 369222000, Call Sign WLPI Deuce (or Ma Deuce) Browning cal fifty heavy machine gun. Bracket In shipboard gunnery, a bracket results when one salvo lands to the left of the target and the next lands to the right. Altitudes expressed as MSL have no meaning as far as ground clearance is concerned. CAG - Carrier Air Group. In many ways, equivalent to a felony conviction. Graduating Sailors will be granted liberty to go off-base during the day with their families. Pronounced 'ee-ow'. (5) Green (solid, not just spray) water coming aboard. Typically consists of SIDE NUMBER, aircraft type (to ensure proper ARRESTING GEAR settings), and amount of fuel onboard in thousands of pounds, e.g. The term originated during the era of wooden ships, when Chiefs were given charge of the milk goats on board. Non-specific training on military matters, often assigned as NJP. "99 Guntrains" would address all aircraft with a Guntrain callsign. Never got more than a month, maybe two months of shore time and only one port call an underway if we got any at all. This FAQ is maintained by Jeff marked with an 'X' ('X-ray, in the phonetic alphabet) must be closed. FUBIJAR Fuck You Buddy, Im Just A Reservist. It is generally only active while the landing gear are deployed. From envy, often modified by non-aviation types with the adjective "fucking". PEP. "When you guys are done dicking the dog, I could use a hand over here.". Lighting off boilers and getting steam up has always been an involved and lengthy operation, requiring anywhere from an hour to even longer before the ship could get underway; in time of war, being caught cold iron could be tactically disastrous. Goffer - (RM) A large wave. Needless to say neither the CO or XO were amused. $1999 with code. Grannie (or Granny) (1) A mis-tied square knot. Gator Freighter Amphibious warfare cargo ship. Captain's Mast - Non-judicial disciplinary procedure, usually meted out by unit commanders. BOSNIA Big Old Standard Navy Issue Ass. Crash and Smash Crew (or Team) - Crash and Rescue personnel. Traditionally, the PORKCHOP buys rope, but as soon as you cut a piece off of the spool, it is called line. (2) The equator. Flashing A navigational light (whether buoy or lighthouse) which is off longer than it is on. In older use, this signal was used when piston-engine aircraft come aboard the carrier. CINCHOUSE Commander In Chief of the House, i.e. Altitude expressed with respect to sea level (i.e. Derived from the practice of tying a line off (making it fast) using a belaying pin. In common usage, to lose SITUATIONAL AWARENESS. Kapok (USN) Life jacket, so called for the highly buoyant material originally used for the floatation filling. (The) Devil to Pay Originally, the saying was "The devil to pay and no pitch hot." . Amateur Night The day after payday, when nothing seems to go right, especially shipboard evolutions. Midrats - Food served at midnight for ongoing watchstanders, although the oncoming watch section commonly does not get up early enough to partake. Batten Down Make fast, secure, or shut. "Church Call," and tolls once at the end of the bugle call. AEF/A (USN submarine) Auxiliary Electrician Forward/Aft. Drunkex Any evolution characterized more by the amount of alcohol consumption than by accomplishment of any goals (other than getting toasted, of course). Reportedly, due to the "high and tight" haircut favored by many marines; it looks as if someone put a bowl on the victims head and cut or shaved off all the hair that protruded. A fire-fighting agent which is mixed with water and sprayed on flammable liquids fires. Used to ensure common reference points for aircraft operating in a common area. Generally used for lines of small diameter. Hollywood shower - An excessively long shower. Black Cat - During World War Two, a PBY Catalina which was painted black and used for night reconnaissance patrol. "President John F. Kennedy". Candy Ass Someone who doesnt do his (or her) share of the work. Hangar Queen (Aviation) An aircraft that never seems to be in flyable condition, it often sits in a corner and provides spare parts for serviceable aircraft instead. Call For Fire A request for gunfire support. Most common use today is to acknowledge that the LSO has heard the approaching pilot call the ball. Lifer (or Lifer Dog) A career member of the service, or one who has been in a long time. Call the Ball - A radio transmission to a pilot requesting that he report when he has sighted the BALL during approach to the carrier, or the action of reporting same. Someone is going to pop. (2) (surface) A small ceramic frog used as a talisman to prevent loss of the load (see LOSE THE LOAD). Condition 1 - General Quarters (battle stations). Laundry Queen - (submarines) A junior sailor, usually an NQP (especially if hes DINK) assigned to handle a division's laundry chores. Energy is stored in the rotor as rotational momentum, then expended to slow the decent and cushion the landing. Hook Point - The part of the tailhook that actually engages the wires. CBR Chemical, Biological, and Radiological (nuclear) warfare. the ball is above the datum lightsindicates that the aircraft is above the optimum glideslope. (Under the Direction of Anne Baker), National Register of Historic Places Continuation Sheet, Smithsonian Miscellaneous Collections Vol, Marine Investigation Report M06f0024 Crew Member Lost, Quarterdeck Log \ ~~.E-GiaoI~"""""""-' --",__.~ Fa, The Structures of English Wooden Ships: William Sutherland's Ship, Circa 17101. May be awarded and worn before the wearer has earned his warfare pin by qualifying in submarines. Control Surface In aircraft, aerodynamic parts moved to effect maneuvers, e.g. Fresh Air Snipe - Rates which spend at least some of their time in the engineering spaces, and are members of the Engineering Dept., but do not work solely with engineering machinery. They are so adorable. Balls Out Refers to an early design of engine governor, in which a pair of masses (balls) spun at an increasing rate as engine speed increased. (2) An Englishman. On behalf of the Commanding Officer, welcome to the only. Yet every valve needs a pressure release, or it will explode. UK term is 'own-goal.'. King Neptune - The mythological God of the Sea. must achieve. Includes rates such as IC (Interior Communications Electrician) and EM (Electrician's Mate), though nuke EMs are seldom seen outside the plant. Hanging Out - (RM) Similar to CHINSTRAP (q.v. Liberty cams. In more modern times, the conn refers to the submarines control center, an analogous compartment located within the pressure hull. Also refers to sailing any ship from point A to point B for no particular reason. Shoot first." That's the advice of SNAFU Solomon, a blogger we've met several times in these pages, and who now serves as a sheriff's deputy in a Louisiana parish. Fire For Effect A signal indicating that the correct spots have been applied and rounds are falling on target; the firing battery should begin rapid fire. Can also refer to the Carrier Air Group commander. The BENO Box was notorious for long on-station assignments, during which time there would "Be No Liberty, Be No Women, Be No Nothing! Fig Spoken form of the ship designation FFG (Guided Missile Frigate). - per Ray Guerra . 18 PAY CALL NP11338RB Bugle: Pay Call. Lubbers Line The vertical mark on a compass bowl to mark the ships heading. Together. Birds - (1) Term for the rank markings of a USN/USCGS Captain or USMC/USAF/USA Colonel (silver eagle, O-6 paygrade). Usually 1600 to 1800 and 1800 to 2000. See "6 D's". Broad agency announcements, or BAAs, represent one means of doing business with the Office of Naval Research. The senior rate on a destroyer, frigate, or smaller vessel. Aka 'Paddles'. For many years, vacuum "flash" evaps were used; reverse osmosis systems are becoming more common now. Deck What the civilian calls a floor. Clankie, Clanky - (RN) Mechanical Engineer. Bitchbox (USN) Intercom or amplified circuit used to communicate between spaces of the ship. "Anchors aweigh" The anchor has left the bottom. Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs): A BAA announces an agency's research interests including criteria for selecting proposals and soliciting the participation of all offerors capable of satisfying the government's needs. Buffer - (UK) The senior rate responsible for seamanship evolutions, typically a Chief Boatswain's Mate. (2) Extra Mechanic. A magnetic or acoustic mine. Months like December are a minefield, so, calling your troops to at least check up on them is a worthwhile investment. The pipe consists of a narrow tube (the gun) which directs air over a metal sphere (the buoy) with a hole in the top. Each bell represents half an hour, and bells are rung in pairs, so five bells in the morning watch (0630 hours, or 6:30 a.m.) would be rung as ding-ding, ding-ding, ding. (3) To slowly turn the propeller shaft or shafts of a ship when engines are stopped, both to maintain the oil film in shaft bearings and to prevent the shaft from bowing from its own weight. This call signals the entire crew to assemble on deck. Pronounced 'chang'. Liberty University has over 700 degrees at the bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level. Also seen as Kipperland, i.e. Cut Signal (or Cut Sign) (1) (aviation) The signal to pull the throttles back to idle; can be given by the CUT LIGHTS or the classic throat-cutting gesture. Sailors cannot leave the immediate area while on liberty. General Alarm (new) General Quarters, all hands man your battle stations. Liberty Flames Heathered Navy The Champ Tri-Blend Pullover Sweatshirt. $30.00 San Miguel Special. Hail and Farewell A party at which a soon-to-be-detached officer (the farewell) and his replacement (the hail) are feted. "Kate Smith". A phone call once every few days on a long leave block does make a difference. The time for it to be given is determined by the disbursing officer. Bullnose - A chock placed right over the stem, 'in the eyes' of the ship. See also ROLL. Grand Slam Radio call for the successful SPLASH (destruction) of an air contact. High Speed, Low Drag (1) A HOT RUNNER (a very strong performer). DIB - (RCN) Any non-engineering personnel. God Botherer - (RN) The chaplain. Clobbered - Weathered in, as in "We made a good approach, but the field was clobbered and we had to divert," similar to WOXOF. The signature is traditionally in purple ink, and the practice is frowned upon. Cake and Arse (RNZN) Derogatory term for an officers cocktail party. The rest of the pipe consists of a "keel", a flat piece of metal beneath the gun that holds the call together, and the "shackle", a keyring that connects a long silver or brass chain that sits around the collar, when in ceremonial uniform. All a troop has to do is keep their nose clean at the entry-level position over a certain amount of time to rate the next rank. Gives glideslope reference. (2) (RCN) Vague or impractical suggestion. Benny - A treat or reward, derived from 'benefit.'. Sort of. Hooky - (RN) Leading rate. Please remember his family in prayer and his obituary is posted at our Eternal Deployment web-page. Most Popular in Men Sweatshirts. Banca is literally translated from the Tagalog as boat.. Even if your platoon doesnt break the rules, if you got a bunch of rowdy, recently promoted war fighters, youre in a rough ride. Creamed Foreskins on Toast Creamed chipped beef on toast. Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Navy Foreign Language Testing Program. Sailors sometimes used them as weapons to settle a grudge, i.e. Home. Unlike blood-based protein foam, AFFF is self-healing, in that holes in the foam blanket will close by themselves, preventing reflash. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. Binnacle A pedestal which supports a compass. Bells are normally rung over the 1MC during working hours. Banyan - (RCN/UK) A barbecue or party on the flight deck, usually with steaks and beer. The seasoned captain knows to place extra NCOs on duty in his company to prevent the opportunity for hazing. ABC Atomic, Biological, Chemical. Historically the boatswain's call was used to pass commands to the crew when the voice could not be heard over the sounds of the sea. The military has made great leaps to prevent and discourage hazing. Differs from 'PAINT' (q.v.) Flag An admiral, aka "Flag Officer" because such officers are entitled to fly a flag denoting their rank. (2) One who does his job with no concern for those around him. Acey-Deucey Backgammon, a board game traditionally played in off-duty hours. Get a gun. Bloodhound Radio codeword for Mark 46 ASW torpedo. Centrifugal acceleration threw the masses outward, so "balls out" refers to maximum possible engine speed. The bloated carcasses sometimes floated for quite some time, and were often seen by other ships. (2) "Extras" or benefits, awards, ribbons, or medals. This is the pre-boarding announcement for flight 89B to Rome. GQ - General Quarters. There are times when you can almost feel it in the air that something is going to go down over the weekend. Heave the lead To take soundings by throwing a lead weight ("the lead", rhymes with dead) on a line ahead of the vessel, then pulling the line taut and reading the depth from markers on the line as the ship passes over the weight. Sometimes seen as CAW for Carrier or Commander Air Wing. Any naval personnel are assumed to be 'on their chinstraps' at all times. "Our society has devolved. This is normally weekends and holidays, not to exceed 72 hours. Similar to the USN's "Joe Shit the Ragman" (q.v. Similar to the COB of a submarine. (2) Anyone E-6 or below wearing the dungaree uniform, similar to the traditional term "Bluejacket," due to the Navy blue jacket issued with the dungaree uniform. Control stations are located on the bridge, quarterdeck, and central station. Now-a-days kicking down a troops door and making them chug six beers at three in the morning is hazing. tunnel vision. See also BOSNIA. BOOMER. WWII. Thanks to their efforts to steer clear of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. Navy says two American warships that set sail in mid-January broke the modern record on Thursday for. Also controls the BCP (ballast control panel) while underway. Irish Pennant - (1) (RN) Loose mop strings left in the flat. All styles include allowing squared or rounded gradual tapers in the back of the head. Hack - (1) Informal confinement to quarters or to squadron spaces. 37 reviews of Liberty Call Us Embroidery & Cleaners "The NEX screwed my collar devices up. the actual movements of a vessel with respect to the seabed. An early term since supplanted by NBC. May or may not result in the aircraft entering a spin. Mail Buoy Watch - A practical joke pulled on inexperienced crewmembers and midshipmen which revolves around convincing the victim that mail is delivered to a ship at sea via a buoy. A sail which is being backed is said to be aback. A sailing ship which accidentally goes aback when tacking loses its momentum and is said to be in irons. A person is said to be all aback when he is confused or surprised. Theyre going to party. Boy Butter A light tan grease used by weapons types on torpedoes. Andrew (the) - (UK) Nickname for the Royal Navy. DONCEAP offers free 24/7 personalized and confidential help for DON civilians and their family members. The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is constantly looking for innovative scientific and technological solutions that can address current and future Navy and Marine Corps requirements. (3) The bottom end of a spar or other object. Aka "Khaki Sacker.". Civvy Street Civilian life.CIWS - Close-In Weapon System, a short-range anti-missile point defense system commonly comprised of a radar system and rotary-barreled Gatling gun. Bravo Zulu - Phonetic pronunciation of 'BZ' from the NATO signals codes. The captain or skipper of a vessel. Uses compressed air to squeeze the calves, thighs, and stomach to reduce the blood-pooling effects of hard maneuvering. Polite forms: 'brain fade', 'brain cramp'. Essentially the commander of all US Navy operations afloat in the harbor and is responsible to civilian authorities for the action of the ship's and the behavior of crews under his/her command. Green Board An obsolete term used in submarines to indicate status of various hull openings, and therefore the ability of the boat to submerge safely. aka "Midbitch," "Midshitter," "Balls to Four," etc. Fresnel lens installations are also found on almost all Naval Air Station runways. LSO - Landing Signals Officer. Bug (Aviation) (1) See PLASTIC BUG. Mass confusion and chaos. A crew member on a submarine who does not work in the engineering spaces. Similarly, RCN = Royal Canadian Navy, RAN = Royal Australian Navy, RM = Royal Marines, RNZN = Royal New Zealand Navy, UK = general usage in militaries of the former British Empire. Material Condition Circle William - A material condition involving ventilation fittings and machinery marked with a 'W' inside a circle. List The static (at rest) tendency of a ship to lie with her decks not level in beamwise (side to side) aspect, due to imbalances in her loadout or perhaps due to flooding. Perfect for your collection. 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