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2. Non-skid - Wikipedia

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   Non-skid. Non-skid is a surface applied to the deck of a ship to increase the coefficient of friction and reduce the probability of footwear or vehicle tires sliding along a smooth wet surface. [1] When decks are painted for protection against wear and corrosion, non-skid may be formed by either mixing a granular material like sand into the ...

3. List of active United States Marine Corps aircraft squadrons

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   The basic tactical and administrative unit of United States Marine Corps aviation is the squadron. Fixed-wing aircraft squadrons (heavier than air) and tiltrotor squadrons are denoted by the letter "V", which comes from the Spanish verb "volar" (to fly). Rotary wing (helicopter) squadrons use "H." Marine squadrons are always noted by the second ...

4. United States Marine Corps Aviation - Wikipedia

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   The United States Marine Corps Aviation (USMCA) is the aircraft arm of the United States Marine Corps. Aviation units within the Marine Corps are assigned to support the Marine Air-Ground Task Force, as the aviation combat element, by providing six functions: assault support, antiair warfare, close air support, electronic warfare, control of ...

5. Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue - Wikipedia

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   Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue (ICAO: KNJM, FAA LID: NJM), also known as Bogue Field, is an 875-acre (3.54 km 2) landing field located on Bogue Sound (North Carolina) that serves as a Marine Corps ’ East Coast site for Field Carrier Landing Practice (FCLP). It is a sub facility of MCAS Cherry Point in Havelock in Craven County and ...

6. Deck (ship) - Wikipedia

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   It is resistant to UV rays, stains, and water damage, making it durable for marine use. - Cork: Lightweight and eco-friendly, cork is naturally non-slip, resistant to water, and comfortable to walk on. It is also an excellent thermal and sound insulator. - Bamboo: An increasingly popular option due to its sustainability. Bamboo is durable and ...

7. Littoral combat ship - Wikipedia

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   As of December 2019, a total of 35 littoral combat ships is planned, including 16 Freedom -class ships and 19 Independence -class ships. [184] Ships are assigned to either Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One, [185][186] based in San Diego Ca., or Littoral Combat Ship Squadron Two, [187][188] based in Mayport, Florida.