NCIS season 9 episode 18 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In an intense NCIS episode, Wickes Steel & Shipbuilding faces financial woes after losing Navy contracts. CEO Clayton Wickes, desperate to save his family's legacy, gets entangled in a plot involving the assassination attempt of the Secretary of the Navy, a blackmail scheme, and a project from AUTEC. The NCIS team, led by Gibbs and aided by Dr. Samantha Ryan, unravels a complex web of deceit. The investigation leads to Amanda Baylor, a hacker, and ultimately exposes Carl Dalton, Clayton's half-brother, as the mastermind. The episode weaves corporate intrigue with personal loyalty, set against the backdrop of military technology and espionage.
Full Episode S09E18 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Clayton Wickes?
Clayton Wickes is the President and CEO of Wickes Steel & Shipbuilding.
What is the financial situation of Wickes Steel & Shipbuilding?
The company is struggling financially due to lost Navy contracts and is trying to compensate with private contracts.
What is the connection between Wickes Steel and the Navy?
Wickes Steel historically had contracts with the Navy, which are now lost due to the Navy's shift to lighter materials like poly fiber.
Who attempted to assassinate the Secretary of the Navy?
The episode revolves around uncovering the identity of the assassin, leading to various suspects.
What is AUTEC?
AUTEC stands for Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center, a facility where military technology is tested.
Who is Lawrence Ridgeway?
Lawrence Ridgeway is a former employee of Wickes Steel who worked on a project for AUTEC and was laid off.
What is the significance of the AUTEC project in the episode?
The AUTEC project is linked to a blackmail plot and the assassination attempt, with details stolen from AUTEC's database.
Who is Amanda Baylor?
Amanda Baylor is a government consultant and encryption specialist, involved in the hacking of AUTEC.
What was Carl Dalton's role in the events?
Carl Dalton, Clayton Wickes' half-brother, was the mastermind behind the assassination attempt and blackmail plot.
What was the motive behind the assassination attempt?
The assassination attempt was part of a larger scheme to blackmail the Secretary of the Navy and steal money linked to AUTEC.
How does the NCIS team uncover the plot?
The NCIS team investigates the connections between Wickes Steel, AUTEC, and the individuals involved, leading to the discovery of the plot.
Are Clayton Wickes and the Secretary of the Navy friends?
Yes, they have a longstanding friendship dating back to their youth.
What was Dr. Samantha Ryan's role in the episode?
Dr. Samantha Ryan works with Gibbs and the NCIS team, providing psychological insights into the investigation.
