Round-Up—Chasing Clouds: A Celebration of Flight

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By Karen Schmitt

NTW is observed in May, but appreciation for the industry doesn’t need to be limited to a specific time frame. Museums, displays, and demonstrations can be found throughout the US all year long that are fun, informative, and recognize the pros who keep our country on the move! The Round UP spotlight is on Air Transportation and venues suggested by NDTA Corporate Members and friends.

B-24 Liberator, shown here with distinctive nose art honoring WWII vets who served in the Pacific, is the only restored aircraft of it’s kind in the world. What’s more, you can hop aboard for a nostalgic and educational ride!

Photo Courtesy of The Collings Foundation

AIR ADVENTURES British Professor Stephen Hawking, best known for his groundbreaking research on black holes and origins of the Universe, recently experienced “zero gravity” through a series of parabolic plunges over the Atlantic aboard a modified Boeing 727. “It was amazing,” he said afterwards. “I could have gone on and on. Space, here I come!” Momentary weightlessness brought a sense of freedom to Hawking, 65 years old, who has suffered from paralysis since age 22. The flight, however, also put a dream within reach—greater public accessibility to space. According to Hawking, “The human race doesn’t have

28 | Defense Transpor a ion Journal | JUNE 2007 a future if it doesn’t go into space.” He has already reserved a seat on a sub-orbital flight with Virgin Galactic, scheduled to begin service in 2009. Virgin Galactic will own and operate at least five spaceships and two mother ships and will charge £100,000 ($190,000) to carry passengers to an altitude of about 140km.

More affordable options are available to enthusiasts in pursuit of dreams or eye-opening air adventures through The Collings Foundation. “The Wings of Freedom” experience, for example, puts you onboard the B-17 (“Flying Fortress”), the B-24 (“Liberator”) or the B-25 for between $325 and $425 depending upon the aircraft and seat location. The manifest list is limited to nine passengers on the B-17, eight on the B-24, and six on the B25; flight time is 30 minutes. Flights break even since it costs approximately $4000 per hour for an in the air experience.

The Foundation organizes and supports “living history” events that enable us to learn about our transportation heritage through direct participation. Antique car rallies and carriage rides were a part of the Foundation’s early options. By the mid-eighties, joint museum displays, air shows, barnstorming, historical reunions, Vietnam Memorial Flights, and the Wings of Freedom Tour were added to the repertoire. According to Hunter Cheny, Marketing Director, “The most memorable experience is one that is tactile.” Those eager for a nostalgic and educational ride among the clouds are definitely not disappointed!

GOIN’ SOLO Maybe you would rather try your hand at the stick in a mock air battle. Terry Wilson, from Houston, Texas, did just that with one-on-one instruction from Air Combat USA (www.aircombatusa.com). “For years I had been dreaming about a back seat ride in a jet fighter.” Thanks to a gift from husband Jim, dreams became reality at Ellington Field (formerly Ellington AFB). The aircraft she flew in was an Italian-built Marchetti SF260 used for training and in combat situations in some foreign air force units. The flight path took her over Boliver Peninsula in the Gulf of Mexico, and her instructors “Smudge” and “Boom,” Air Combat Team members, guided the mission from take off to touch down. Terry explained, “During the ground school session, they told me I’d feel enough G force to pin my head to the seat. And they taught us (Terry and her dog fight opponent) control stick maneuvers and emergency procedures, all the while assuring us that everything would make sense once we were airborne.” Next, Terry put her instruction to the test!

“I immediately realized on climbing into the cockpit that this was not entirely a game. It was cramped and uncomfortable, and I was sure I wouldn’t want to be

strapped in under a real combat situation! The tower gave us clearance, and after lift off and at a safe altitude, the controls were mine. The ground crew had put too much fuel into the right wing tank, so I had a little problem keeping the plane level.

“My hands-on education continued in the clouds. I learned about the scope (pip) and how to follow through it, and I got the feel of banking left and right and climbing.” Then, it was time to engage the opponent. “I banked hard left, pulled up the nose, found my target, and shot him down! The pull was exhilarating, but I forgot my lesson in aerodynamics and flew right into the ground (NOTE: the altimeter was adjusted for training purposes and was not true to actual levels.) I felt nauseated and was thankful every time Boom, a veteran pilot of Vietnam, opened the canopy to let in air. He shouted instructions as I needed them, took over the controls when I was unsafe, and propped up my ego when my aerial maneuvers failed.”

On debrief, Terry exclaimed, “It was exhilarating, it was intense, it was satisfying . . . and so much more!, When asked if she was afraid, she replied, “No. My brief encounter held some of the same thrills that military pilots may experience, but I did not have to worry about being shot at, or loosing my life. I understood that I never had to get back into that airplane continued on page 32

Smudge, Terry and Boom heading for debrief after a successful mission

Photo Courtesy of Jim Wilson

More than 60 years ago they flew from bases far from home, over enemy territory. Their endurance was tested on missions of ten or more hours, day after day; their strength was proven as they returned countless crews safely back to their bases. Crews counted on them and a bond was made between man and machine. Now they fly on missions that are quite different—to educate the world about our courageous World War II veterans and to remember those who have left us.

MUSEUM OF FLIGHT | Dream, Discover, Soar The Museum of Flight, an independent, nonprofit organization. The collection includes more than 150 historically significant air- and spacecraft, as well as the Red Barn ® —the original manufacturing facility of The Boeing Company.

Programs are free with museum admission ticket Visit www.museumofflight.org for details and updates

JUNE Aerospace History Program Dr. Richard Hallion Dr. Richard P. Hallion, noted aerospace historian and author, is the 2006 recipient of the National Aviation Hall of Fame’s Combs Gates Award. Hallion’s latest project is, “High Enterprise: America and Aerial Competitiveness in the Golden Age of Flight, 1919-1939,” which documents America’s post-WWI role in the aviation industry and how its aeronautical lead was regained in the face of foreign competition. A former museum curator and US Air Force historian, Hallion has authored more than a dozen books that chronicle American developments in air and space exploration in both military and civil arenas

Wells Fargo Weekend Family Workshop: Pitch, Yaw, Roll! No, you won’t learn steps to the latest dance craze, but you will discover how airplanes navigate through the air! Build your own paper glider, complete with control surfaces. During test flights, set the controls to make your glider pitch, yaw, and roll! Wells Fargo Weekend Family Workshop: Pushing the Envelope In the early 1960s, a new generation of test pilots went into space in the X-15 experimental aircraft to explore the limits of human endurance. Learn about this breakthrough project that paved the way for all future space travel. Then design your own experimental aircraft!

USCG Helicopters Panel Presentation The Museum salutes helicopters with a panel of USCG personnel from both the Astoria and Port Angeles Stations. They’ll share a personal and expert glimpse into the world of helicopters.

American Helicopter Heroes Air Show Learn how helicopters play an important role in law enforcement, fire service, public safety, communications, national defense, and homeland security. The American Heroes Air Show features static displays, presentations and entertainment, and representatives from flights schools, Border Patrol, Search and Rescue units, and the Coast Guard, Army, Navy, and Marines. Helicopter rides will be offered.

Flying the Flak-Filled Skies of Europe: World War II Bomber Panel WWII saw the development of heavy strategic bombers that could fly deep into the enemy’s home territory and deliver massive destruction to their targets. By all accounts these bombers, which have become icons of that historic struggle, made a decisive contribution to the victories of the Axis powers. Flying examples of these important airplanes will be displayed on the Museum Ramp. Join us for a panel of the pilots, bombadiers, mechanics, and crew chiefs who flew and kept these planes flying against almost insurmountable odds.

JULY Explorer Series: Harrison Schmitt The Museum is pleased to welcome former NASA astronaut Harrison Schmitt, who has logged 301 hours and 51 minutes in space. In 1975, Schmitt resigned from NASA to run for office in his home state of New Mexico, and was elected Senator in 1976.

Blue Angels Coming in August!

THE EVERGREEN AVIATION MUSEUM AND THE CAPTAIN MICHAEL KING SMITH EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE www.sprucegoose.org

To inspire and educate. To promote and preserve aviation history. To honor the service of our patriotic veterans.

The Evergreen Aviation Museum is best known as the home of the world’s largest wooden airplane, the Spruce Goose, the SR-71 Blackbird, and the Grumman F6F-3 Hellcat. In addition, the Museum offers more than 60 historic aircraft and exhibits along with aviation artwork and traveling displays and the Captain Michael King Smith Educational Institute research library.

June–Aug Summer Camp June 16 Aerospace Children’s Book Club June 16 Father’s Day Dinner June 16-17 Father’s Day Celebration June 27-29 Aviation Overnight Camp July 3-4 Elementary Day Camp July 10-11 Aviation RC Day Camp July 17 Rocketry Day Camp July 18-20 Space Exploration Overnight Camp July 21 Aerospace Children’s Book Club July 24-25 Aviation RC Day Camp July 26-27 Rocketry Overnight Camp July 31 Rocketry Day Camp

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Photo courtesy of Evergreen Aviation Museum

AIR ADVENTURE AND AIR SHOW SCHEDULES

WINGS OF FREEDOM www.collingsfoundation.org 6/18 - 6/20 Port Angeles, WA Airport: William R Fairchild Intl. Airport Location: East General Aviation Ramp 6/20 - 6/22 Everett, WA Airport: Paine Field Location: GA Ramp near Control Tower 6/22 - 6/25 Seattle, WA Airport: Boeing Field Location: Seattle Museum of Flight 6/25 - 6/26 Spokane, WA Airport: Spokane International Airport Location: XN Air 6/27 - 6/28 Missoula, MT Airport: Missoula International Airport Location: Museum of Mountain Flying 6/29 - 7/1 Casper, WY Airport: Natrona County Intl. Airport 7/2 - 7/5 Fort Collins, CO Airport: Ft. Collins-Loveland Municipal Location: Fort Collins-Loveland Jetcenter 7/6 - 7/9 Kansas City, MO Airport: Charles Wheeler Downtown Location: TBD

Check the web for program stats on the Corsairs (F4U) Air Shows

BLUE ANGELS SCHEDULE www.blueangels.com JUNE 16-17 Fargo, ND 23-24 North Kingstown, RI 30 Battle Creek, MI JULY 1 Battle Creek, MI 7-8 Ypsilanti, MI 14-15 McConnell AFB, KS 21 Pensacola Beach, FL 28-29 Bozeman, Montana AUGUST 4-5 Seattle, WA 11-12 Hillsboro, OR 25-26 Indianapolis, IN

THUNDERBIRDS SCHEDULE www.thunderbirds.airforce.com JUNE 16-17 Pittsburgh, PA JULY 25 Cheyenne, WY 28-29 Dayton, OH AUGUST 11-12 Niagara Falls, NY 15 Atlantic City, NJ 18-19 Chicago, IL 25-26 Otis Air National Guard Base, MA

MILITARY AIR MUSEUM LINKS US Army Transportation Museum • Fort Eustis, Virginia • www.transchool.eustis.army.mil/museum/museum.html National Museum of Naval Aviation • Pensacola Naval Air Station, Florida • www.navalaviationmuseum.org National Museum of the USAF • Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio • www.nationalmuseum.af.mil This Round UP is not all-inclusive; it provides a sampling only of air transport related sites. There are many more out there! So, explore, enjoy, and share the spirit of Aviation!

again, and they must do just that no matter how they feel, or how great the danger. I am grateful for the opportunity to think, consciously, about those who are willing to sacrifice daily in that situation for all of us.”

CAPTURING THE MOMENTUM There’s no mistaking the rush we feel when flying—whether strapped inside a fighter cockpit or seated comfortably aboard a commercial airliner. Capturing that momentum and sharing it with a diverse audience was one of the motivating factors behind the recent airport renovation in Oakland, CA. The Port of Oakland, which oversees the Oakland International Airport, the Oakland seaport, and 19 miles of waterfront, chose to enliven air terminal spaces with a massive panorama portraying the spirit of flight. “Going Away, Coming Home” (November, 2006 by Hung Liu) is the first major creative installation under the Port of Oakland’s landmark public art policy. It includes 64 glass panels spanning 160 feet along a transit corridor and is the first of four site-specific commissions.

Red-headed cranes, which traditionally symbolize good luck in travel in some cultures, are the focal point. Artist Liu adds, “For me, the birds encourage us to get rid

THE 55TH ANNUAL EAA AIRVENTURE July 23-29 | www.eaa.org Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, WI

>> AirVenture is made up of 60 nations, more than 10,000 airplanes, and more than 800 exhibitors showcasing the latest in aviation innovations. Aspects of flight are covered in 500 forums, workshops, and seminars, and daily afternoon air shows feature the world’s finest aerobatic performers. Up-close and personal sessions with top aviation personalities and the gathering of aviation enthusiasts from around the globe make this the biggest “aviation’s family reunion.”

It was a total team event at Potomac Airfield! Emergency ground rescue vehicles, a passenger car equipped with virtual simulation, and heavy hauling trucks gave kids (and their teachers) a “hop aboard–hands on” interactive opportunity. Photos by Lockett K. Yee Photography

of our burdens, find victory over what ties us down, defy gravity, and feel the freedom of flight.” It certainly sets an uplifting mood for the millions of passengers who travel through Oakland International Airport. Begun in 2004, the $300 million overall Terminal Improvement Program is designed to add even more convenience, security and service to the travel experience in concourse, gate, ticketing, and baggage claim areas. Additional improvements to terminal roadway and curbsides will improve access and ease traffic congestion. Program completion is expected in 2008.

THE NEXT GENERATION The aviation centerpiece event for NTW took place on May 17 at the Potomac Airfield, Maryland. David Wartofsky, owner of the Potomac Airfield in Fort Washington, Maryland, has provided the playstation in the sky backdrop for this spectacular event the past nine years. It was hosted by The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), NHTSA, FMCSA, and FHWA with more than 3000 students, teachers, and chaperones attending. Numbers are definitely up since the first gathering in 1998 when around 350 children gathered together. For Belinda Bender, FAA ATO Systems Operations and DOT Garrett A. Morgan Technology and Transportation Futures Committee team lead of this DOT special outreach program, the venue is inspiring. “Kids are able to explore several types of aircraft on static display. They can sit in the cockpit and actually imagine that they are soaring through the skies. This is the playstation in the sky.” Pilots who volunteer their time to speak to students are inspirational, too. Jamie Jamison, American

Airlines pilot, engaged children in lively dialogue right on the tarmac explaining the steps he took to earn his wings. “It wasn’t easy. But, it was something I really wanted to do so I didn’t give up. When my classes were tough, I just worked harder. You can achieve anything you want if you put your mind to it. Don’t give up!” Children eagerly asked questions. “What does it feel like to take off?” “How fast can you go?” “Will you take me for a ride?” Joe Federico, representing Young Eagles, addressed the crowds by inviting youngsters to “Stop wondering and start flying!” The Young Eagles program (www.youngeagles. org), under the auspices of the Experimental Aviation Association (EAA), was launched in 1992 to give interested young people an opportunity to fly in the front seat. Flights are offered free of charge and are made possible through the generosity of EAA member volunteers—commercial, military, industry, and leisure pilots. More than 1.1 million Young Eagles have enjoyed the thrill of their lifetime thanks to nearly 40,000 volunteer pilots. The day at Potomac Airfield ended with low level flybys amid the enthusiastic cheers of young and old. DTJ

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Cape Fear Chapter members (left to right): Penny Cacoulidis, Janice Powell, Rena Fisk, Donna Grkman, and Patty Gooch preparing packages for the Wounded Warrior Program.

CAPE FEAR CHAPTER The Cape Fear Chapter recently turned over its officers for the 2006-2008 term. The new President is Steve Kerr, Vice President is Bill Emerson, Secretary is Penny Cacoulidis, and Sammie Wells stays on as Treasurer. In November, Chapter members met at the Wilmington International Airport and chapter member and Deputy Director for the Airport Authority Julie Wilsey provided an overview of current and future operations and infrastructure improvements. The growing airport has experienced increases in numbers of passengers over the past several years and is working to attract additional carriers. In January, Mr. Don Eggert of the Cape Fear Council of Governments provided members with plans for highway expansion in the Southeast North Carolina region. Burgeoning development throughout the area has placed significant strain on current highway infrastructure. While ambitious plans have been developed to address congestion and overuse of road networks, current and projected funding is inadequate to fully satisfy anticipated requirements.

The Chapter also provided a check in support of relief efforts for the victims of the Riegelwood tornado that tore through the small working town in November. Further, just prior to Christmas, chapter members worked to pull together needed items for the Wounded Warrior program at Walter Reed Medical Center. More than $2000 worth of donated goods were boxed and sent to Walter Reed in support of our wounded warriors.

On 17 May 2007, the Chapter will hold its annual golf tournament to benefit the scholarship fund. The tournament will be held at the Sea Trail Golf Vacation Resort and Convention Center (www.seatrail. com). Numerous events are scheduled during 16-18 May 2007, including a deep sea fishing trip, a world famous Calabash seafood buffet, two separate golf opportunities, and a fabulous evening social and dinner. For more information and a registration packet, please contact Steve Kerr at 910-457-8336 or kerrs@sddc.army.mil.

SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER San Antonio Chapter members and guests enjoyed a real treat at the March 2007 general membership meeting when Bryant Vardeman, SMSgt, USAF (Ret.), owner of Chopped and Diced (621 N Austin St., Seguin, Texas 78155; 830-303-7637) addressed the group. Vardeman has always loved old cars, so when he retired from the Air Force, he thought, “What a great way to earn a living—doing something I enjoy.” About a year ago, he bought the old Chevrolet dealership in Seguin, Texas, and remodeled the facilities, complete with workshops and showrooms. He said he started with two employees and now has nine, adding that he has hired a new employee about every six or eight weeks. Vardeman shared photos of his business as well as a 1929 Ford, a 1957 Chevrolet, and many others, mentioning how difficult it is to find that old vintage car that has been sitting in a garage for many years, still in pristine shape. He also explained that some vintage cars are actually brand new—manufactured by Dearborn Classics and a few other companies. Vardeman said Dearborn used to only make parts for old cars, but, over time, the company was manufacturing enough parts to make a complete auto and now offers both. He added that many classics, such as ‘57 Chevy, ‘32 Ford, ‘69 Camaro, ‘47- ‘50 Ford pickup trucks, etc., can now be bought “new” from several different com

34 | Defense Transpor a ion Journal | JUNE 2007 panies. As a small token of appreciation for Bryant’s detailed and very interesting presentation, Rufus Reed presented him with a pen set in a wooden case with the NDTA logo and San Antonio Chapter inscription. For more details and photos, visit the San Antonio Web Site at http:// home.att.net/~alamondta/.

OBITUARY–SOUTHWESTERN REGION We sadly report that Rick Bonnell, President, NDTA Southwestern Region, was fatally injured in a motorcycle accident on April 20 while en route to a church retreat. Rick was a retired USAF colonel who taught at Palo Alto College for many years. He was also pursuing a doctoral degree. Rick was active in the San Antonio Transportation Association (SATA), as well as the NDTA San Antonio Chapter, serving on the Board of Directors since his arrival at Randolph AFB in 1995, and as chapter president from 1996 to 1997; he had been serving as the Regional President since 1998. Should you wish to send a memorial, contributions can be made to First Baptist Church of Universal City (1401 Pat Booker Road, Universal City, Texas 78148), where Rick was a very engaged parishioner. You may make checks payable to “FBCUC” and note “In memory of Rick Bonnell,” followed by the charity of your choice (building fund, Mexico Orphanage, or Mission Ventures). Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Carol, and their family and friends. DTJ

SAN FRANCISCO BAY CHAPTER ANNUAL DINNER, SILENT AUCTION, AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS >> Friday, June 22 Waterfront Plaza Hotel Jack London Square | Oakland, CA Guest Speaker LTG Kenneth Wykle, USA (Ret.) Please RSVP with: Laura Yarbrough 707-747-2779 Charles Snipes 510-538-6653 Susan Duran 510-272-8136

ARMY MATERIEL COMMAND FELLOWS PROGRAM: CREATING THE WORKFORCE OF TOMORROW by Beth E. Clemons

Many organizations offer internship and fellowship opportunities. But few offer the training, education, and benefits of the Army Materiel Command Fellows Program.

“This program is unique because it develops an individual into a future civilian leader who is mobile and multifunctional,” said Dr. Ron Higgins, director of the Army Materiel Command Logistics Leadership Center. “This is important for the Army in an era of downsizing and rightsizing, where leaders must possess a variety of skills and be adaptable. The program couples the opportunity for rapid advancement and a graduate degree to attract the best possible candidates.”

Established in 2000, the Army Materiel Command Fellows Program was designed to build a multi-functional, mobile cadre of qualified personnel. Candidates are recruited into the five-year program at college job fairs and through the Army Material Command Web site (www.amccareers.com). Approximately 400 candidates have entered the program since October 2001. Currently, 322 fellows are assigned throughout the Army Materiel Command, including 55 at HQAMC. When recruiting potential fellows, program coordinators are seeking college seniors or graduates with at least a 2.95 grade point average, specific undergraduate majors, and those willing to relocate. While in school, candidates are considered federal employees and are compensated at General Schedule 7. In the fiveyear training period, fellows can expect to advance from GS-7 to GS-13. Other benefits include a potential recruitment bonus of 25 percent of basic pay for new federal employees, health and life insurance, retirement benefits, accrual of vacation and leave time, regular weekly schedule, and extensive travel opportunities.

MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND Two MSC-chartered ships delivered thousands of square feet of cargo and hundreds of US Marines to Thailand in preparation for exercise Cobra Gold 2007. Held annually since 1982, Cobra Gold is designed to enhance mutual cooperation and regional security, as well as strengthen Thailand’s ability to respond to a regional crisis. The exercise includes computer-simulated and field training exercises, seminars for senior military leaders, and humanitarian projects. Japan and the Republic of Singapore are also participating. MSC supports this exercise every year by delivering cargo necessary to conduct the exercise.

On April 22 and 23, Integrated Tug Barge Strong American off-loaded more than 110 pieces of cargo at Thailand’s Thung Prong and Chuk Samet ports. Humvees, 7-ton trucks, aviation trailers, ammunition, and other supplies delivered will support USMC field training exercises with Thai forces. High Speed Vessel Westpac Express arrived in Thailand May 4, carrying 330 US Marines from Okinawa, Japan, as well as 5500 square feet of rolling stock and other supplies.

The 330-foot Westpac Express is one of two High Speed Vessels under long-term charter to MSC. Strong American is a multi-purpose, general cargo vessel made up of two parts: “Strong” is a tug boat while the barge portion is named “American.” Combined, Strong American has a shallow draft that enables it to access ports where some heavier cargo vessels cannot go. Strong American also has a unique network of bow and side ramps, as well as an onboard 60-ton crane.

TWO NAVSUP EMPLOYEES CHOSEN FOR FELLOWS PROGRAM By Debbie Dortch, Navy Supply Systems Command Public Affairs

Leslie Reed of Naval Inventory Control Point (NAVICP) and Jerry Zamer of NAVSUP Headquarters have been selected for the 2007-2008 Office of the Secretary of

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Defense (OSD) Supply and Transportation Fellows Program. The OSD program is a year-long, hands-on leadership development program designed to enhance the career opportunities of mid-level logistics professionals by providing them with significant DOD-level experience.

Reed is currently a data management specialist. She integrates technical data into various logistics elements and provides presentations to new and experienced employees on the data manager’s role at NAVICP. Reed developed the DOD Data Management Community of Practice Web site. The Web site is an integrated digital data environment that provides Navy, DLA, and other services with policy, standards, specifications, and technical data resources, as well as enables collaboration between government and industry on data management policy and issues. Zamer is currently assigned to the Automated Information Technology (AIT) division and has assisted in the development of a business case analysis and a Navywide implementation plan for the DOD policy regarding radio frequency identification. He has been involved with project management for developing AIT Standards, implementation procedures, streamlining processes, and operating procedures for the afloat solution to reduce workload. Zamer also completed a six-month voluntary assignment in Baghdad, Iraq, as the lead manager of a contract that established a warehousing and distribution network. The OSD Fellows Program, established more than 25 years ago, offers participants professional enhancement opportunities in the areas of supply chain integration and transportation policy within the Department of Defense. NAVSUP oversees logistics programs in support of the United States Navy in the areas of supply operations, conventional ordnance, contracting, resale, fuel, transportation, and security assistance. NAVSUP is also responsible for quality of life issues for our naval forces, including food service, postal services, Navy Exchanges, and movement of household goods. DTJ

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HORIZON LINES, INC. Horizon Lines, Inc. received Toyota Logistics’ Excellence Award for Quality in Export Marine for its outstanding quality performance, marking the company’s eighth consecutive year of recognition by the automaker’s logistics division. Specifically noted by Toyota Logistics was Horizon’s proficiency in the design and execution of its damage prevention program, which delivered a greater than 70 percent reduction in damage incidents. Horizon Lines provides container loading and ocean transport services for Toyota’s vehicles between the continental United States and Hawaii.

Horizon Lines, Inc. is the nation’s leading Jones Act container shipping and integrated logistics company, operating 16 US-flag vessels on routes linking the continental United States with Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and Puerto Rico. Horizon Lines also owns Horizon Services Group, an organization with a diversified offering of cargo management and tracking services being marketed to shippers, carriers, and other supply chain participants.

SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION – NORTH AMERICA (SIU) The American Tern (operated by Osprey Ship Management) and the USNS Watson and USNS Charlton (both operated by Maersk Line, Limited) took on materiel from April 3 through April 13. The cargo belongs to the Third Infantry Division’s Second Brigade Combat Team and Combat Aviation Brigade of Fort Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia, which will deploy to Iraq later this year. Altogether, the Seafarers-crewed vessels loaded approximately 3500 pieces of cargo. The containership American Tern, a privately-owned ship under long-term charter to MSC, utilized three shipboard cranes to load 550 items consisting mostly of 20-foot containers. The large, medium-speed, roll-on/roll-off ships USNS Watson and USNS Charlton loaded helicopters, Humvees, tanks, trucks, and more. According to MSC, the ships are moving enough equipment to fill nine football fields.

“We are able to load these LMSRs so quickly because we have a precisely coordinated plan for maneuvering tanks, trucks, and other rolling stock through the system of internal ramps linking the ships’ seven wide-open cargo decks,” said Tom D’Agostino, the MSC representative who oversees such operations at three major ports on the East Coast.

Since September 11, 2001, MSC has transported 95 million square feet of dry cargo and 10 billion gallons of fuel— more than 90 percent of all military cargo deployed in support of the global war on terrorism, according to the agency. Much of that materiel has been delivered by Seafarers-crewed ships.

The military definitely recognizes the resolve of the SIU. General Norton Schwartz, USTRANSCOM commander, addressed the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department executive board meetings in March, saying that troop support is “all about chartering the direct course to deliver military power in the quickest, most efficient, most businesslike manner wherever and whenever the nation calls on us to serve. I’m taking no chances at all by telling you that we’re going to continue to depend on you—all of you—to make that projection of American power possible.” DTJ

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On Monday, April 16, 2007, the deadliest shooting rampage in modern US history occurred when a student, Cho Seung-Hui, shot and killed 32 students and teachers on the Virginia Tech campus in Blacksburg, Virginia. As reported in the National News, the gunman turned his weapon on himself after scribbling a note raging against women and rich kids. News reports claim that Cho Seung-Hui, a 23-year-old senior majoring in English and a loner by choice, may have been taking medication for depression and that his behavior was becoming increasingly violent and erratic. Roommates stated that within the last few weeks, Cho had changed his regular schedule and was spending less and less time in the dormitory.

In trying to come to terms with this tragic event, I recalled some of the same feelings of confusion and lack of understanding that I had experienced on September 11, 2001. I remember asking similar questions: “Why did this happen?” “What is the reason?” “How could anyone do such a thing?” I doubt that I will ever be able to make sense of unwarranted acts such as these.

In the case of Cho Seung-Hui, some answers were given: “We’re having difficulty finding information about him,” according to school spokesman Larry Hincker. “We always joked that we were just waiting for him to do something . . . waiting to hear about something he did,” explained classmate Stephanie Derry. “But when I got the call it was Cho who had done this, I started crying, bawling.” Professor Carolyn Rude, chairwoman of the university’s English department, said Cho’s writing was disturbing.

A common theme emerges—oneness and ultimate support. I am not suggesting that the events of September 11 and those that took place on the Virginia Tech campus had any similarity, in terms of number of lives lost or impact on our national or economic security, but I do believe that such tragic events elicit similar emotions and responses from our citizens and leaders—at home and abroad. A common theme of oneness and ultimate support emerges within us all during horrific, unexplained, tragic events. The spirit of unity and mutual support is never stronger. This was clearly demonstrated when Virginia Tech students organized and held a Vigil for shooting victims.

Virginia Tech students and supporters lifted thousands of candles and held a Vigil on Tuesday evening to remember the 32 people killed by the campus gunman, testifying to the unity on which Virginia Tech prides itself. Thousands of students, alumni, faculty, and local residents joined together on the campus drill field to grieve together. Volunteers passed out candles in paper cups, donated from around the Nation, and as the flames flickered, speakers urged them to find solace in one another. “We will move on from this. But it will take the strength of each other to do that,” said Zenobia Hikes, vice president for student affairs. “We want the world to know we are Virginia Tech, we will recover, we will survive with your prayers.”

As President Bush and the Congress, after the events of September 11, 2001, supported an independent review of the events of September 11, commonly referred to now as the Iraq Study Group, Governor Tim Kaine said he will appoint a panel at the university’s request to review the tragic events and disaster that occurred on April 16, 2007. Governor Kaine warned against making snap judgments and said he had “nothing but loathing” for those who take the tragedy and “make it their political hobby horse to ride.”

At a Tuesday afternoon memorial service attended by President Bush and the first lady, Virginia Tech President Charles Steger received a 30-second standing ovation. President Bush stated in closing, “As you draw closer to your families in the coming days, I ask you to reach out to those who ache for sons and daughters who are never coming home.”

These tragic events were very different; however, the common theme of oneness and ultimate support by all Americans and the world emerged again. GOD BLESS AMERICA. DTJ

Taking Time to Reflect Denise A. Bailey Director, Government Sales Yellow Transportation

The month of May, known by presidential proclamation as “National Military Appreciation Month” and capped off by Memorial Day, is

SEVEN TRANSPORTATION DAYS IN MAY

>> We are aligned in great causes >> We interact with a noble team of professionals >> We are proud to play our part!

definitely a time to reflect on those who bravely serve our country and the dedicated families who stand behind them. Furthermore, seven days are set aside in May—more commemorative days than in any other month—to specifically honor transportation. Amid the week-long remembrances, we recognize National Transportation Week, National Defense Transportation Day, and National Maritime Day. At NDTA, we pay additional tribute to the role military transporters play in these milestones dates.

To my colleagues in support of Defense Transportation, I ask you to consider how just how fortunate we are. We work in an industry that supports critical needs of the Department of Defense in matters that directly relate to our core business. Our operations, our actions, and our expertise help make the warfighter’s mission happen. We work handin-hand with USTRANSCOM in creating and implementing world class global deployment and distribution solutions in support of the President, the Secretary of Defense, and the Combatant Commanders. On the home front, we work together with our government partners to help ensure safe and reliable delivery of goods and services to keep things moving round the clock.

Take pride in your country, your military, and your individual achievements. And celebrate your company’s contribution to making “factory to foxhole” a seamless reality. Bring that up at your next cocktail party! DTJ

some hydrogen-powered 7 series cars to select customers in Southern California to get some real-world customer feedback on the product. One suspects that those customers will spend a lot more time operating on gasoline power than on hydrogen. Where these vehicles would initially make a lot of sense is in fleets such as those commonly found at any US military installation. Most motor pool vehicles never EIK-127_DefenseTransJournal 1/31/07 4:33 PM Page 1 continued from page 5

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leave the base, so constructing hydrogen refueling stations would allow them to operating primarily on that fuel, relying on gasoline only for extended runs offpost. In addition, perhaps the availability of an on-base refueling point would encourage military members to consider the purchase of a hydrogen-powered car at some point.

Clearly, this is another chicken-or-theegg kind of problem. Which comes first, the infrastructure or the vehicle use? Generally speaking, I think it’s the latter. Early buyers of diesel cars may recall how hard it was to find fuel at any station other than a truck stop on the outskirts of town where the pumps were, and still are, designed to rapidly fill 100-gallon truck tanks. Trying to moderate the flow into a 20-gallon automobile tank was always an adventure that usually involved at least a gallon on the ground. But things are better for diesel owners now, and the same will hold true for hydrogen, electricity, and (in some parts of the country) ethanol fuels as well. If there is a bright side to the rising cost of oil, it’s that the search for alternatives is picking up steam. Who knows . . . we might even reconsider THAT propulsion system pretty soon! DTJ

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A key part of NDTA, and its mission, is the emphasis we place on partnerships. Partnerships with our members, with the industry, and with the US military services and government. One of the longest and most fruit partnerships has been between NDTA and MTMTS/MTMC/SDDC. Recall some of the highlights of that relationship over the years . . .

NDTA – SDDC

Since SDDC’s establishment in 1969, the partnership between our two organizations has been a long a fruitful one for both parties. Whether it is serving on joint committees, participating in each other’s professional events, providing the trophies for the SDDC Quality Awards, or our long-running expo support at the SDDC Symposiums, a great rapport has developed over the years.

Expanding on that expo support, NDTA is proud to have just completed its 16th Exposition at the SDDC Symposium. NDTA involvement with these meetings started back in the days when then-MTMTS separated their conferences both geographically and functionally into Eastern Area and Western Area events and Personal Property/Passenger and Freight Traffic events.

The NDTA Exhibitions at these events expanded greatly when organizational and budgetary changes in the early 1990s forced the meetings to be consolidated

into a single MTMC Traffic Management and Training Conference—the forerunner of today’s SDDC Training Symposium and NDTA Exposition. Booth counts in those early shows were in the 50s and 60s—a far cry from the nearly 180 booths in recent shows.

NDTA looks forward to many more years supporting SDDC as a key partner in the Defense Transportation System. DTJ

NDTA Forum & Expo “Better TOGETHER” September 15-19 Charleston, SC

ALL OF THESE FIRMS SUPPORT THE PURPOSES AND OBJECTIVES OF NDTA

SUSTAINING MEMBERS

AAR Mobility Systems ABF Freight System, Inc. Air Transport Assn. of America Air Transport International, LLC AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. All-State Express, Inc. American Airlines American Maritime Officers American Public University System American Road Line American Trucking Associations ARINC Arven Freight Forwarding, Inc. Associated Global Systems Astar Air Cargo, Inc. ATA Airlines, Inc. Baggett Transportation Co. BNSF Railway Co. Bender Shipbuilding and Repair Co., Inc. Boyle Transportation Cargo Transport Systems Co. Carlson Hotels Worldwide Carlson Wagonlit Travel/Sato Travel CAST Transportation C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. Chalich Trucking, Inc. Chamber of Shipping of America Computer Sciences Corp. Consolidated Safety Services, Inc. CrossRoad Carriers CRST International, Inc. Crowley Maritime Corp. C2 Freight Resources, Inc. Delta Air Lines, Inc. Dimensions International, Inc. DynCorp International Dynamics Research Corp. Enterprise Rent-A-Car Europcar Extended Stay Hotels GE Aviation General Dynamics/American Overseas Marine GESeaCo America, LLC Global Maritime & Trans. School-USMMA Greatwide Dallas Mavis Hapag-Lloyd USA Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) Intermarine, LLC Integres Global Logistics International Commodity Carriers, Inc. International Longshoremen’s Association, AFL-CIO Intl. Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots ITLT Solutions, Inc. Interstate Distributor Co. JDA, Inc. KGL Transportation Co. Kansas City Southern Keystone Shipping Company Knight Transportation Liberty Maritime Corporation LMI Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co. Luxury Air Jets M2 Transport MacGREGOR (USA) Inc. Matson Navigation Co., Inc. Mayflower Transit MEBA Menlo Worldwide Mercer Transportation Co. Mi-Jack Products National – Alamo (Vanguard Car Rental USA, Inc.) National Air Carrier Assn., Inc. National Van Lines NCL America, Inc. Norfolk Southern Corporation North Carolina State Ports Authority Northwest Airlines NYK Logistics Americas Ocean Shipholdings, Inc. Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. Omni Air International, Inc. OSG Ship Management, Inc. Pacer Transport Parsons Brinckerhoff The Pasha Group Pilot Air Freight Services Port of Beaumont Port of Oakland Powersource Transportation, Inc. Pratt & Whitney PRTM Management Consultants, LLC Priority Solutions International QTI/Crossland Carriers & Logistics & Modular Support Raith Engineering Sabre Travel Network Savi Technology Sealed Air Corp. Sealift, Inc. Seafarers Int’l Union of N.A. AGLIWD Sea Star Line, LLC SkyBitz, Inc. Southwest Airlines SRA International, Inc. Stanley, Inc. SSA Marine Team Worldwide Teco Ocean Shipping Total Quality Logistics Totem Ocean Trailer Express, Inc. Transportation Institute Transportation Intermediaries Assn. (TIA) TransSystems Corporation TRI-STATE Expedited Service, Inc. Tri-State Motor Transit, Co., (TSMT) TTX Company Tucker Company Union Pacific Railroad United Airlines United Parcel Service United Van Lines, Inc. UTi, United States, Inc. VT Halter Marine, Inc. Waterman Steamship Corp./ Central Gulf Lines Whitney, Bradley & Brown, Inc. XIO Strategies, Inc.

REGIONAL PATRONS

AAAA Forwarding, Inc. Access America Transport Acme Truck Line, Inc. Advantage Rent-A-Car AHI Corporate Housing AKA Washington, DC American Moving & Storage Assn. Argo Tracker Association of American Railroads Avis Budget Group Bearing Inspection, Inc. BEC Industries, LLC The Cartwright Companies Center for the Commercial Deployment of Transportation Technologies (CCDOTT) Ceres Terminals, Inc. Chassis King Con-Way Truckload Services, Inc. CSI Aviation Services, Inc. Delaware River Maritime Enterprise Council DHL Japan Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Dovel Technologies, Inc. Federated Software Group FlightWorks Fox Rent A Car General Freight Services, Inc. Great American Lines, Inc. Green Valley Transportation Corp. Hawthorne Suites – Alexandria, VA The Howland Group, Inc. Hyatt Hotels and Resorts Innovative Logistics Techniques, Inc. (INNOLOG) ITW Shippers Kalitta Charters, LLC Labelmaster Software Liberty Global Logistics LLC Logistics Management Resources, Inc. LTD Hotel Management Co. Maersk K.K. MCR Federal, LLC (MCR) MTC Technologies MBA | Morten Beyer & Agnew MilitaryAvenue.com Motorola NCI Information Systems, Inc. Oakwood Corporate Worldwide ODIN Technologies Omega World Travel

Panther Expedited Services (formerly, Panther II Transportation) Patriot Contract Services, LLC Payless Car Rental Philadelphia Regional Port Authority PowerTrack, US Bank Project ACTA Quality Support, Inc. Seabridge, Inc. Sea Box, Inc. Trailer Bridge, Inc. Trailways Transportation System Truva International Transportation & Logistics USMMA Alumni Foundation, Inc. Utley, Inc. The Virginian Suites Veteran Enterprise Technology Services, LLC

American Shipping & Logistics Group (ASL) + PLUS Choice Hotels International + PLUS EGL, Inc. + PLUS FedEx + PLUS Horizon Lines, Inc. + PLUS InterContinental Hotels Group + PLUS Landstar System, Inc. + PLUS National Air Cargo Group, Inc. + PLUS World Air Holdings, Inc. + PLUS YRC Worldwide + PLUS

Accenture Agility Defense & Government Services Alien Technology Corporation American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier, LLC APL Limited Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings BAX Global Benchmarking Partners Bennett Motor Express The Boeing Company Booz Allen Hamilton Bristol Associates CorTrans Logistics, LLC CSX Transportation DHL Evergreen International Airlines, Inc. Gemini Air Cargo, Inc. The Hertz Corporation IBM IntelliTrans, LLC Kuehne + Nagel, Inc. Lockheed Martin Maersk Line, Limited Marine Terminals Corporation (MTC) Matson Integrated Logistics Northrop Grumman Corporation Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation Port of Corpus Christi Authority QUALCOMM R&R Trucking Ryder System, Inc. SAP Public Services, Inc. Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) UPS UTXL, Inc.

Internal Combustion: How Corporations and Governments Addicted the World to Oil and Derailed the Alternatives

Internal Combustion: How Corporations and Governments Addicted the World to Oil and Derailed the Alternatives, by Edwin Black, St. Martins Press, New York, 2006; hardback, 254 pages; ISBN-13: 978-0-312-35907-21, $27.95. I nternal Combustion is the tale of corruption and manipulation that subjected the US and the world to an oil addiction that the author maintains could have been avoided, that was never necessary, and that could be ended not in ten years, not in five years, but today. The publisher notes that Edwin Black has mined scores of corporate and governmental archives to assemble thousands of previously uncovered and long-forgotten documents and studies into this dramatic story. Black traces a continuum of rapacious energy cartels and special interests dating back nearly 5000 years, from wood to coal to oil, and then to the bicycle and electric battery cartels of the 1890s, which created thousands of electric vehicles that plied American streets a century ago. But those noiseless and clean cars were scuttled by petroleum interests, despite the little-known efforts of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford to mass-produce electric cars powered by personal backyard energy stations. Black also documents how General Motors criminally conspired to undermine mass transit in dozens of cities and how Big Oil, Big Corn, and Big Coal have subverted synthetic fuels and other alternatives.

He then brings the story full-circle to the present day oil crises, global warming, and beyond. Black showcases overlooked compressed gas, electric, and hydrogen cars on the market today, as well as inexpensive all-function home energy units that could eliminate much oil usage. While the title may appear somewhat sensational, the narrative is certainly thought provoking given the growing public awareness of alternative fuels. DTJ

Dr. William J. (Bill) DeWitt, Professor of the Practice – Logistics, Transportation & Supply Chain Management at Robert H. Smith School of Business with the University of Maryland (UMD) has taken the position of Associate Dean of the Loeb-Sullivan School of Business and Director of Graduate Studies as a full professor at the Maine Maritime Academy in Castine, Maine. Bill has mentored the UMD Student NDTA Chapter and has served the Association as a member of the DTJ Editorial Review Board beginning in 2000 and as Chairman, Communications and Publications since 2004. That same year, he was awarded the NDTA Educator Distinguished Service Award. Bill will bring genuine enthusiasm and the joy of learning to his new home, inspiring both classroom and community as he has during his tenure with NDTA. Thank you for your dedication to the Association and the industry, Bill. We wish you and Marcia our very best! DTJ | FAREWELL | Dr. William J. (Bill) DeWitt

We also say Farewell and Thank You to Mr. Whitefield W. Mayes, P.E. of Mayes & Associates PLC. Mr. Mayes served on the Editorial Review Board of the DTJ for many years. He sends regrets that he is no longer able to participate in local and national meetings beside “the many fine gentlemen of the Military Traffic and Management Command.” Mr. Mayes is still active in the transportation consultant business and offers his best wishes to all at NDTA. DTJ | FAREWELL | Mr. Whitefield W. Mayes

DTJ INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

Agility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 36 American President Lines (APL) . . . . . . . pg. 8 ARRC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 12 Avis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 16 Bennett Motor Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. C3 Dallas and Mavis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 20 Enterprise Rent-A-Car. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 33 FedEx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. C4 Intercontinental Hotels Group . . . . . . . pg. 24 Kane Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 40 Landstar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 2 Maersk Line Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 1 Marine Terminals Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 23 SAIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 38 T.F. Boyle Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 6 United Van Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. C2 Virginian Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 35

SEEKING PHOTOS We are seeking old photos or digital images from previous Transportation Command Balls or Transportation Command Picnics for a display that will be presented at the Transportation Command Ball on Friday, July 27 at the Williamsburg Marriott.

The Transportation Command is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year, and we would like to make this a special event!

If you have images you would like to contribute, please contact Penny L. Valentine Office of the COT ATZF-OCT, 705 Read Street Fort Eustis, VA 23604-5407 757-878-6062 • DSN 826-6062 penny.valentine@eustis.army.mil