Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 24, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing have taken part in exercise Warrior Voyage. This
exercise aimed to evaluate the USS John L. Canley (ESB 6) role in supporting intermediate-level aviation logistics and executing rapid
refueling operations, both critical for maintaining the readiness of the Aviation Combat Element in the Indo-Pacific region. The John L.
Canley is a mobile platform capable of supporting a wide range of military operations.
One of the defining features of the ESB is its operational flexibility. The ship is capable of supporting a range of missions, including
airborne mine countermeasures, special operations and humanitarian assistance.
The ESB is equipped with a large flight deck capable of supporting a variety of aircraft, including V-22 tiltrotor, H-53, H-60, and H-1
helicopters. Below the flight deck, the ship features a mission deck that allows for the staging of troops, equipment and supplies.
Exercise Warrior Voyage involved several key goals: providing effective maintenance support, utilizing Mobile Maintenance Facilities to
enhance operational flexibility, evaluating the compatibility of ship power with these facilities, and conducting rigorous flight deck
operations to ensure crew proficiency.