OAK HARBOR, Wash. (December 19, 2017) Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Melvin Asuncion, assigned to the "Skinny Dragons" of Patrol Squadron (VP) 4, oversees the use of hydraulic jacks to lift a P-8A Poseidon aircraft off the ground in order to perform a landing gear free-fall check during an A-10 inspection. All P-8A Poseidon aircaft undergo comprehensive A-10 inspections every 2 1/2 years in accordance to regulations. VP-4 is currently conducting its Fleet Readiness Training Plan in preparation for their upcoming deployment. ( Navy

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