Cmdr. Adam Nelson attended the U.S. Naval Academy receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering and his commission in 2007. After completing flight training, he was designated a naval aviator in February of 2009. His at-sea assignments include Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 9, USS New York (LPD 21) and Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 11. His shore assignments include an instructor pilot tour at Helicopter Training Squadron 28 and a staff tour at Officer Training Command Newport. He is currently assigned to the Wargaming Department.