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# DLA Rapid Deployment Team leads agency in support for Haiti relief

By John Bell

Read more about the work of DLA Troop Support in Hurricane Matthew relief here
“The new helo pads improved relief operations’ safety and efficiency,” said Navy Capt. Paul Haslam, commander of the RDT for JTF Matthew. Earlier in the operation, congestion at the airport caused the rotor of one helicopter to strike a light pole, grounding the aircraft.

Building the new pad alleviated the congestion on the airport's west tarmac, said Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Emilio Natalio with the 1st Battalion, 228th Regiment. “We had CH-47s, C-130s and commercial aircraft taxiing and being loaded in close proximity. It’s much safer now.”

The new location, being closer to the fuel-storage tanks, has also helped speed the loading and delivery of aircraft fuel, he noted — as have the RDT’s efforts to enhance communication with the fuel vendor and commercial flight traffic in the area.

In addition to aviation fuel, the team is coordinating the delivery of diesel fuel for generators and construction equipment. More on DLA Energy’s support for Hurricane Matthew relief can be found in this recent article.
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