Who is responsible for the maintenance and material condition of the ship's ALRE?

• A. The Chief Engineer
• B. The Logistics Officer
• C. The Operations Officer
• D. The Commanding Officer (CO)

Answer: (D)

The commanding officer is responsible for the ship’s maintenance and material condition, including the ALRE. On a Navy ship, the CO holds ultimate accountability for readiness and safety across all systems. The ALRE is a critical flight-operations system; its serviceability directly affects mission capability and flight safety. The CO ensures the ALRE Maintenance Program is followed, that maintenance actions are authorized and funded, logs and certifications are up to date, and that any defects are addressed before operations resume. While the Chief Engineer oversees engineering systems, the Logistics Officer handles supply, and the Operations Officer coordinates flight deck activity, none of them carry the overarching accountability for the ship’s material condition. That duty rests with the CO.