He and the crew had already secured the trailer and submersible so the load could be lifted in one piece.
The helicopter pilot first of all set the sled on Skate's foredeck, where the sub's crew secured it in place.
Pressure is stabilized and crew are securing it in bay twelve.
The crew drained fuel lines and closed and secured all compartments.
Once close, the crew secured the rope launched by the keepers.
I had guests helping my crew bring in boats and secure the grounds," he said, "and we had no incidents.
All of the passengers were aboard and seated, and the crew were securing the doors.
The crew secured the hatches and tied everything down.
The crew secured themselves below decks to stanchions and bulkhead hooks, using slipknots in case they had to abandon ship.
"Have the crew secure the ship," Buch said, participating in the post flight ritual.