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is the 16th episode of the sixth season of the police procedural series NCIS: Los Angeles , which originally aired on February 23, 2015. Plot Overview [S6E16] Expiration Date
: The title refers to the literal and metaphorical "shelf life" of deep-cover operatives and the toll that high-stakes missions take on the individuals involved. Production Details Written by : Dave Kalstein. You can find more detailed reviews and episode
: As the 16th episode of Season 6, it sits in the middle of a season that heavily explored the personal histories and future trajectories of the core team members. Production Details Written by : Dave Kalstein
The episode follows the NCIS team as they investigate a mission gone wrong. When a surgical strike intended to take out a high-value target results in a shootout, the team discovers that the target was actually a former Indian special forces operative. The case becomes deeply personal for Sam Hanna, as he finds himself working alongside a Gurkha master—an elite soldier from the Nepalese army—to track down a spy who has infiltrated a top-secret chemical weapons laboratory. Key Themes and Character Moments
: A highlight for many viewers is the character development between Kensi Blye and Marty Deeks. In one of the episode's more poignant moments, Kensi seeks out Thapa for advice on love and relationships, a scene noted by reviewers for its emotional resonance and "Densi magic".