William H Standley (CG 32) - Naval Cruise Book

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UNREP AND VERTREP Replenishing the ship with food, fuel and stores is a vital part of maintaining readiness. During WESTPAC '93, the ship conducted thirty-three UNREP's for fuel. Many of the UNREP's were alongside HMCS PRESERVER in support of OPERATION RESTORE HOPE. Four-hundred thirty pallets of bulk food, parts, and MAIL were deliv- ered to the ship during VERTREP's with CH-46 and SH-60 helicopters. Eighty-seven of these pallets were de- livered during one VERTREP. 66 Alongside USNS Pecos Receiving Fuel Q.. M, ,M

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As the hoses travel across, WILLIAM H. STANDLEY goes through yet another UN- REP. At its peak, this evolu- tion occurred every three days. Strict adherence to safety rules prevented any serious injuries to those involved. Though the STANDLEY can steam a great distance without refuel- ing, UNREP's keep fuel levels at their peak to promote readi- ness. .. X A 1- K xy . . :X ...Q X WS Q, fBelowJ The STANDLEY team prepares to -2 if 1 Lis fx . alongslde. CLeftJ PONY on the deck! 1 fLeftJ Keep a GOOD strain on that line! I