Here are my observations about the three videos posted.
Each episode seems to be focused on one particular aspect of operations on board the warships. The first video was largely about the gunnery team for the Type 730 CIWS on Changsha (173, Type 052D), headed by a lieutenant (OF-2), whose position according to the documentary is "Anti-Air Vice Commander". When they conducted the live-fire exercise towards the end, the lieutenant allowed a cadet to assume command so he can get some hands-on experience, but the cadet did not perform well, and the lieutenant had to take over to ensure that the exercise was successfully completed. He mentioned that actual practice and experience was the best way for the cadet to improve.
The second episode was about the maintenance team on board the Luomahu (964, Type 903A). The main focus of this episode was the Senior Chief (OR-8) in charge of maintenance, and the various tasks he has to routinely carry out on the ship. He's 36 years old and served in the PLAN for 18 years. The video shows that his (and his team's) work includes checking the piping, the seawater desalination system, heavy machinery on the lower decks. They also get calls about minor mechanical issues: If a part of the ship has no hot water, or if a cooling unit broke down, it is them who are dispatched to fix it. Towards the end, he received an urgent call to fix the refridgeration system for the meat and vegetables.
The third episode focused on replenishment between vessels, and showed how the Luomahu was able to supply food and other supplies to the other ships in the squadron, as well as conducting underway replenishment of fuel and freshwater to both other ships simultaneously. It also showed the variety of vegetables and meats stored on board and how they are kept. The captain of the supply vessel is of commander rank (OF-4). The person in charge of the replenishment team is of the same rank. According to the documentary, at least 95% of foodstuffs are consumed upon arrival back to port, ensuring minimal wastage.
There will probably be more episodes airing in the future.
Each episode seems to be focused on one particular aspect of operations on board the warships. The first video was largely about the gunnery team for the Type 730 CIWS on Changsha (173, Type 052D), headed by a lieutenant (OF-2), whose position according to the documentary is "Anti-Air Vice Commander". When they conducted the live-fire exercise towards the end, the lieutenant allowed a cadet to assume command so he can get some hands-on experience, but the cadet did not perform well, and the lieutenant had to take over to ensure that the exercise was successfully completed. He mentioned that actual practice and experience was the best way for the cadet to improve.
The second episode was about the maintenance team on board the Luomahu (964, Type 903A). The main focus of this episode was the Senior Chief (OR-8) in charge of maintenance, and the various tasks he has to routinely carry out on the ship. He's 36 years old and served in the PLAN for 18 years. The video shows that his (and his team's) work includes checking the piping, the seawater desalination system, heavy machinery on the lower decks. They also get calls about minor mechanical issues: If a part of the ship has no hot water, or if a cooling unit broke down, it is them who are dispatched to fix it. Towards the end, he received an urgent call to fix the refridgeration system for the meat and vegetables.
The third episode focused on replenishment between vessels, and showed how the Luomahu was able to supply food and other supplies to the other ships in the squadron, as well as conducting underway replenishment of fuel and freshwater to both other ships simultaneously. It also showed the variety of vegetables and meats stored on board and how they are kept. The captain of the supply vessel is of commander rank (OF-4). The person in charge of the replenishment team is of the same rank. According to the documentary, at least 95% of foodstuffs are consumed upon arrival back to port, ensuring minimal wastage.
There will probably be more episodes airing in the future.
