DLA Aviation supporting Navy's RAST system
The Recovery Assist, Secure and Traverse system’s trough plates onboard the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG-112) are prepped for recoating. The Navy is working with Defense Logistics Agency Aviation in Richmond, Virginia to provide a green/sustainable alternative to maintaining the RAST system’s plate coating on all Arleigh Burke class destroyers. The RAST uses a cart to safely secure the aircraft to the ship’s deck and transfer them to the hangar bay.