Commander John B. Skillman, Commanding Officer, USS New Orleans (LPD 18) explains the benefits of an enclosed mast system to Vice Adm. Nirmal Kumar Verma, Vice Chief of Naval Staff for the Indian Navy and Rear Adm. Mark W. Balmert, Commander ESG 3 from the flight deck of the USS New Orleans (LPD 18). USS New Orleans (LPD 18) utilizes a mast enclosure system to prevent corrosion, and to greatly reduce radar cross-section. Navy photo by Electronics Technician 3rd Class Glenn R. Sparks, USS New Orleans (LPD 18). Nirmalkumarverma

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