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    Fly By: Lance Cpl. Thomas J. Chevalier

    Fly By: Lance Cpl. Thomas J. Chevalier

    Photo By Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken | Lance Cpl. Thomas J. Chevalier is a powerline mechanic with Marine Aerial Refuler...... read more read more

    MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, NC, UNITED STATES

    01.13.2011

    Story by Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Bolken 

    II Marine Expeditionary Force   

    Highlighting Cherry Point's warriors.

    Q: What’s your job?

    A: I am a mechanic and deal with the engines and props of the KC-130J Hercules. Most of the maintenance we do is preventative, aside from complaints we investigate post- flight.


    Q: What’s your favorite aspect of your job?

    A: I enjoy learning new stuff everyday and seeing the results of all the work we put forth.


    Q: What’s the most challenging part?

    A: Long hours and keeping up with the knowledge of continually learning how different parts of the engine affect other parts.


    Q: How does your job support the mission of 2nd MAW?

    A: We’re responsible for one aircraft the Marine Corps cannot live without because the KC-130J Hercules is the Marine Corps’ main source of transportation and aerial refueling.


    Q: How does your job differ from garrison to the field?

    A: Our job in the field is more mission-related, whereas, in garrison, it’s about Marines maintaining their qualifications.

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    Date Taken: 01.13.2011
    Date Posted: 01.14.2011 11:39
    Story ID: 63558
    Location: MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, NC, US

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