Gosport - July 22, 2016

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Naval Hospital Pensacola gate closure today (July 22) ... The main gate at Naval Hospital Pensacola (NHP) will be closed today (July 22) from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for maintenance. Access to the hospital during this time will be available to all visitors through the side gate on 61st Avenue, which is located on the west side of the hospital. If you have an appointment at the hospital July 22, plan for a little extra time at the entrance.

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MATSG-23 change of command ceremony today, July 22 From MATSG-23

Col. Russell A. Blauw will turn over command of NAS Pensacola’s Marine Aviation Training Group Support (MATSG-23) to Col. Donald C. Chipman in a ceremony to be held today, July 22, at 2 p.m. in the National Naval Aviation Museum. Ceremony shall be in the uniform of the day.

Col. Donald C. Chipman

Chipman was commissioned a second lieutenant in May 1991 after graduating from the United States Naval Academy. He graduated from The Basic School in December 1991. Upon completion of the Aircraft Maintenance Officer (AMO) School, Chipman was ordered to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 13 in Yuma, Ariz., where he served as both the airframes and ALSS division officer.

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Blue Angels announce 2017 officers • Thousands turn out for beach air show From Blue Angels Public Affairs

U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, announced officers selected for the 2017 air show season, July 16. The squadron selected three F/A-18 demonstration pilots, events coordiC-130 nator, demonstration pilot, flight surgeon, supply officer, and administration officer to join a previously selected executive officer on the 2017 team. Each officer was recommended for selection by Chief of Naval Air Training Rear Adm. Dell Bull, and ultimately approved by Chief of Naval Air Forces Vice Adm. Mike Shoemaker, for final selection to the 2017 Blue Angels team.

Many highly qualified Navy and Marine Corps officers submit applications to join the Blue Angels each year. “It is such a privilege to have so many talented officers apply to be part of the Blue Angels tradition of showcasing the Navy and Marine Corps to the American public,” said Cmdr. Ryan Bernacchi, flight leader and commanding officer for the 2016 team. “I am inspired by all of those who applied this year and we have an exceptional group to add to next year’s team.” The Blue Angels select finalists to interview at the team’s home base of NAS Pensacola during the week of the Pensacola Beach Air Show each year. The team makes selections at the See Blues on page 2

In 1995, he was assigned to Marine Attack Squadron 311, where he served as the Maintenance Material Control Officer for a 20-plane AV-8B squadron. While serving with the Tomcats, Chipman deployed as part of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and participated in various See MATSG-23 on page 2

(Above) U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, flies by the crowd in the diamond formation at the Pensacola Beach Air Show. The Blue Angels are scheduled to perform 58 demonstrations at 30 locations across the United States in 2016. (Right) C-130 Hercules Fat Albert performs a low-transition/ maximum effort climb. Photos by MC2 Ian Cotter

Pokémon, no: Base officials discourage use of game From NASP Public Affairs

Using the popular new cellphone application game, Pokémon Go, onboard NAS Pensacola (NASP) and NAS Whiting Field (NASWF) is raising concerns and potential security violations. Other than sites open to the public, e.g., National Naval Aviation Museum, Pensacola Light-

house, Fort Barrancas, etc., taking photographs on base (the app has a camera function) without proper authorization or approval is prohibited. Entering the base illegally or stopping a vehicle in the roadway to use the application interfere with standard base

Performers focus on SAPR issues From NASP SAPR

Col. Russell A. Blauw

July 22, 2016

The Department of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (DoN SAPRO) is sponsoring several upcoming presentations by Pure Praxis, a socially adaptive performance group that emphasizes scenariobased audience participation as part of its presentations on Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) and other social issues. Shows are scheduled for 10 a.m. July 25, at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Bldg. 1504, and 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. July 25 at Naval Hospital Pensacola. Three more shows are scheduled to take place July 26 and July 27 at NASP Corry Station, but performance times have not been announced. Show scenarios are designed to compel audience members to make decisions based on what is happening, to motivate people to see all sides of a given situation and to educate them from their experience. For more information, go to www.purepraxis.com.

operations and could potentially be met with disciplinary action. NAS Pensacola safety officials also urge caution for anyone using the game off installation. “Pay attention to the real world, so you don’t hurt yourself while looking at your phone,”

Jon Winters, NAS Pensacola safety manager, said. “Don’t trespass or enter unauthorized areas. Don’t drive while you are looking at your phone. And be aware criminals may take advantage of this game, drawing you to a location where they can take advantage of you.” If you choose to play Pokémon Go, play smart and play safe.

Sailors taking fall classes should start tuition assistance approval process now Story, photo by Ed Barker NETPDC Public Affairs

Sailors planning to take college courses this fall using tuition assistance (TA) should submit their requests as soon as possible, so they may be reviewed and approved before classes start. According to Ernest D’Antonio, the Naval Education and Training Professional Development Center’s (NETPDC) Voluntary Education (VolEd) program director, the number one reason for problems with TA requests is late applications. “Summer is a histori-

cally slow time in terms of receiving and processing TA requests,” said D’Antonio. “Sailors who get a headstart on their applications have the best chance of having their requests approved. Service members are re-

quired to obtain approval for TA funding before the official start of a course.” D’Antionio added that TA approval is a multi-step process, and if there is a problem, the See TA now on page 2

Elise McGuire, NASP Navy College Office director, explains the tuition assistance application process to NATTCenter Sailors at the latest education fair.

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