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    NMRTU China Lake Corpsman takes to the skies as a Search and Rescue Medical Technician [Image 7 of 7]

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    NMRTU China Lake Corpsman takes to the skies as a Search and Rescue Medical Technician

    CHINA LAKE, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    03.17.2025

    Photo by Christopher Jones 

    Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms

    HM1 Brian Romero, a native of Gilbert, Arizona, rappels from a helicopter as an SMT with VX-31, known as the “Dust Devils,” based at NAWS China Lake. Romero serves as the sole medical provider and air crewman aboard the aircraft, delivering critical care in extreme conditions. Stationed at NMRTU China Lake, he also leads the Aviation Medicine department, ensuring aviator readiness and mentoring junior Sailors, while supporting VX-31’s 24/7/365 SAR operations across a vast AOR, including bases ranging from NAS North Island all the way to Nellis AFB, as well as civilian rescues in Kern, Mono, Tulare, and Inyo counties and National Parks. His role blends high-angle rescue expertise with paramedic skills, embodying the demanding and fulfilling life of an SMT (Photo Courtesy of U.S. Navy).

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    Date Taken: 03.17.2025
    Date Posted: 03.17.2025 16:34
    Photo ID: 8920568
    VIRIN: 250317-N-SE727-8678
    Resolution: 1179x1473
    Size: 306.07 KB
    Location: CHINA LAKE, CALIFORNIA, US
    Hometown: GILBERT, ARIZONA, US

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