This morning, Thursday, November 7, 2024, 6:00 am MST, we are circulating bottoms up at 11,830’ TD preparing to POOH for a new bit. We made 286’ averaging 12 fph. P rates were down from yesterday and it was becoming more difficult to maintain the desired angle and azimuth (i.e. the bit has significant wear and needs to be changed out). The cutters become worn, broken, or chipped causing lower P rates. Excessive wear can also be caused by the increased angle of the hole, such as we have in this well (10⁰ to 12⁰).
It should take approximately 12 hours to trip for the bit. The estimated 7” OD intermediate casing depth is 12,800’. We should be at that depth, ready to log, by this coming Monday, 11/11/2024. The weather has been cooperating with us; it has just been cold…….12⁰ to 15⁰F with 25 mph winds.
Today’s video features Mr. Tristan Robinson, Driller, and his dog “Rosie”. Tristan has been on drilling rigs for over 20 years and drilled all over the world and offshore. On each crew, there is a Driller, Assistant Driller, Derrick Hand, Motor Man, and two Floor Hands. He is one of us. All the hands you see on the rig with LSOG hard hats are part of the LSOG family – employees of LSOG. Drillers are the guys who actually run and operate the rig. They have 4 or 5 other “hands” or crew that report to him. He is responsible for “getting things done” around the rig safely and efficiently. Drillers work closely with the Directional Driller to ensure the bit is drilling in the desired trajectory at maximum P rates. They are also responsible for taking charge and directing any and all repairs on the rig when something goes down. They carry a lot of responsibility! In addition to “Diesel”, the first rig mascot shown in earlier videos, we have Tristan’s dog “Rosie”. I thought she was a “bird dog”. I was corrected. Tristan said she is a “bear and mountain lion” dog! They do things a little differently in these parts! Quite impressive!
Today, have also attached a still picture entitled “The Lone Tree”. Jacek went walking around yesterday and took this picture. Great pic, Jacek!
Y’all have a blessed day!
Enjoy!
2024 11 07 https://vimeo.com/1027122434/a8fc585bc2?share=copy
2024 11 07 Profiles of Courage - Tristan Robinson (Driller)
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