By Wang Xiaoning, Lu Wanchen, Du Lixin, Chen Jiahong and Zhang Junshuo
The midshipmen practice navigation skills.
BEIJING, June 9 -- Recently, more than 350 midshipmen from the Chinese PLA Naval Medical University (NMU), sailed to the ocean aboard the Chinese PLA Navy's support ship Xiangqianjin-01 (Hull 88) to enhance their capabilities and successfully completed a 16-day navigation internship mission.
The 16-day mission spanned over 3,000 nautical miles. During this period, the midshipmen assumed their respective stations aboard the ship, and conducted comprehensive training on astronomy, physiography, seamanship and other related subjects, effectively reinforcing their professional navigation competencies.
Under the supervision of qualified instructors, the midshipmen maintained 24-hour watch rotations by standard naval procedures. They also conducted professional debriefings with senior crew members to share operational insights, thereby enhancing interoperability between the naval academy and combat troops.
During the internship mission, the midshipmen also learned about the shipboard regulations , the basics of navigation, the procedures for drawing nautical charts, and the maritime rescue skills.
Chinese PLA Navy's support ship Xiangqianjin-01 (Hull 88).
The midshipmen learn about ship steering knowledge.
An instructor teaches in the physiography classroom.
