Petty Officer Alan Abigania represents Philippines in U.S. Navy service
Petty Officer 2nd Class Alan Abigania, a native of Manila, Philippines, serves the U.S. Navy as a logistics specialist with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 21 (HSC 21) at Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, California.
Abigania graduated from Marist School in 2010, moved to San Diego, and enlisted in the Navy five years ago. Drawing from lessons learned growing up in the Philippines, he embraced the values of hard work and perseverance.
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Following family footsteps
“I learned growing up that hard work pays off,” Abigania said. “I heard stories from my relatives in the Navy and knew it would be challenging, but I was driven to learn and succeed.”
Abigania carries on a family legacy in the military, choosing to follow in the footsteps of relatives who served before him.
Serving with HSC 21
The “Blackjacks” of HSC 21 operate and maintain the MH-60S Sea Hawk, the Navy’s most advanced rotary-wing maritime platform. Their missions include Airborne Mine Countermeasures (AMCM), Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR), Anti-Surface Warfare (ASUW), combat logistics, and medical evacuations (Medevac).
Abigania’s role as a logistics specialist is critical to mission success, ensuring the squadron operates efficiently and effectively during complex maritime operations.
