Green Bay Completes Mid-Cycle Inspection
(WorldNews Politics)

SASEBO, Japan (NNS) -- The amphibious transport dock USS Green Bay (LPD 20) completed its Mid-Cycle Inspection (MCI) May 12. From May 10-12, Green Bay conducted its MCI, which is a material readiness inspection that takes place every two to three years. The inspection is set in place to bridge the gap between the Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) and is used to inspect and assess the material condition of a ship. `Our goal for MCI is to ensure that the ship is combat ready and is able to fulfill any amphibious mission required of us,` said Capt. Nathan Moyer, Green Bay`s commanding officer. `This inspection is important because it not...