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PAGE 16 The Spring Fever 5K will be April 18 at the Oceana Flightline Fitness Center, building 529. Same day registration begins at 10:30 a.m.; the run starts at 11:30. The run is free. Registration forms available at MWR fitness centers. Call 433-2049/2901.
Following the crash of a Navy fighter jet in Virginia Beach, April 6, the Navy has begun a compensation process for residents affected, while it continues to investigate the crash. An F/A-18D assigned to the Naval Air Station Oceana-based Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 crashed in Virginia Beach, Va. April 6 at approximately 12:05 p.m. just after takeoff. The plane crashed into the Mayfair Mews apartment complex in Virginia Beach. Both air crew ejected safely and were transported to a local hospital and later released. Five others were also transported to the hospital where they were treated and released.There were no fatalities as a result of the crash. The Navy has established a process through which compensation will be provided to residents affected by Friday’s crash. “We are committed to doing the right thing to address the needs of these families, who through no fault of their own have endured an incredible hardship,” said Rear Adm. Tim Alexander, commander of the Navy’s Mid-Atlantic region. “We owe it to everyone affected by Friday’s accident to help them get their life back together,” Alexander said. The Navy met with residents the day after the crash to explain the available resources and start the compensation process. The Navy helped affected residents apply for compensation to cover short-term expenses, and to file for reimbursement for injuries or property damage. OnApril 8,the Navy began contacting residents to arrange payment of the emergency funds for those who completed their claims Saturday.The initial payments are for immediate needs such as housing, meals, and clothing. Payments begin at $2,300 for an individual resident and increases for additional family members.
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Firefighting foams covers the scene of a crash of an F/A-18D Hornet from VFA-106 April 6. Shortly after takeoff from NAS Oceana at 12:05 p.m., the jet crashed into the courtyard of the Mayfair Mews Apartments in Virginia Beach. After safely ejecting from the Hornet, both aircrew were assisted by residents of the apartment complex and were treated and released at Sentara Virginia Beach General. As the investigation into the crash continues, the Navy has begun a compensation process for affected residents. The Navy has arranged to use checks instead of electronic funds transfers because funds can be provided to the residents faster. In addition to compensating those affected,the Navy continues its investigation into the crash. Navy investigators, including engine and system technical experts, continue their work at the crash scene. A flight systems technical expert
from Boeing, the F/A-18 aircraft manufacturer, is on site to assist Navy investigators. The aircraft’s Crash Survivable Flight Incident Recorder has been recovered and sent to Naval — See Crash, Page 12 — Information for affected residents is located on page 18
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be presentations by Women, Infants and Children (WIC), Navy Child & Youth Programs, Fleet and Family Support Center, Navy Federal at Oceana, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) and their visiting nurse program, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Exceptional Family Members Program and more. FAMS will also be raffling off a gift basket full of surprises. For more information, call 433-2031 or email ABE1 JerPre-Marital Seminar nelle Smith at jernelle.smith@navy.mil or IC2 Joshua Avery The Religious Ministries Department will sponsor a one at joshua.d.avery@navy.mil. day Pre-Marital Seminar, Friday,April 13,9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Military Family Iron Chef Competition at the Dam Neck Annex chapel. Contact 433-2871 to regCelebrate the Month of the Military Child with the Miliister. tary Family Style Iron Chef and Spring Fling April 21, 10 Tax preparation assistance The Naval Legal Services Office Mid-Atlantic Oceana a.m. to 2 p.m. at the NAS Oceana Main Gate Park, across Branch Office is providing tax preparation assistance for from the NEX. From 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., there will be games and famjust a few more days, through Monday April 17, to active ily fun, including face painting, inflatables and a parent duty and retired military and their family members and reinformation booth. Free pony rides will be offered from servists on active duty for more than 29 days. 11 a.m. to noon. Families who are competing will check-in This year, per guidance from the CNO, all tax assistance at 11:15 and cooking begins at noon. Judging, awards and centers have transitioned from one-on-one preparation closing will be at 1:45. Admission is free and concessions (VITA/ELF) to self-service tax assistance preparation (with will be sold to benefit the Child & Youth Teen Program at limited exceptions). Self-service allows individuals to file NAS Oceana. For more information,call 433-3976. returns electronically using an online-based filing program while receiving assistance as needed from IRS-trained tax center personnel. The NAS Oceana Tax Assistance Center is located in building 320, 799 Hornet Drive, Suite 100. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday. This Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana site will accommodate walk-ins at self-service tax preparation terminals on a first come-first served basis,and provide Catholic Protestant one-on-one tax preparation services, limited to customers Mass – Mon-Thurs, Sunday unable to use self-service terminals due to disability (on an 11:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9 a.m. appointment basis only). Sun. Mass - 9 a.m., 12:15 p.m. Worship (main chapel) All customers must bring their W-2 forms, documenta10:40 a.m. tion of any interest income or mortgage interest paid, and any other tax related documents.For more information,call Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 433-2215. Contemporary Protestant Confession Saturday 4 p.m.
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The NAS Oceana Thrift Shop, located on Hornet Drive next to bachelor housing in building 419, offers great deals and monthly specials on military uniforms, clothing for adults and children, household goods and much more. Active duty can take advantage of the special on uniforms; all pants, shirts and skirts are buy one, get one free. During the last week of every month, for just $7, shoppers can fill a brown,commissary-size paper bag or $30 for a shopping cart with anything and everything in the store that will fit, excluding uniform items. Family and Military Support Fair The store also accepts donations.A drop box is located in The quarterly Family and Military Support (FAMS) Fair front of the building.Proceeds from items sold benefit military families and the local community. Current hours are will be held at the NAS Oceana theater,April 18, 9 a.m. to Monday,Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.;Wednes- 3 p.m. The purpose of FAMS is to assist expectant Sailors and dads-to-be, Sailors who are new parents and command day, 7 - 9 p.m.The store’s phone number is 433-2193. leaders who supervise them, with resources and information to help balance the family and military obligations. Everyone is welcome to attend the free program.There will
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Enough to do the job… BY CMDR. VINSON MILLER NAS Oceana Command Chaplain The feeding of the 5,000 is unique among the miracles of Jesus. It’s the only miracle which can be found in all four gospels and the only one in which the disciples participated with Jesus. It also followed the only time during Jesus’ ministry when the disciples had “been sent” out to witness and to heal. The disciples returned pretty wiped out and ready for their version of a“96.” So,seeking a bit of renewal, they took a boat to the other side of the small sea; it didn’t work. Demands cannot always be left behind, can they? The crowd of more than 5,000 met them on the opposite shore, so Jesus went back to work. Again,the disciples came to Jesus as one day’s event had rolled into the next,and now they feared into yet another. Sometimes, that’s exactly how life plays out, isn’t it? Exhaustion piles up.They again looked for a break and were incredulous at Jesus’ response that they must now feed the crowd. Their response can be summed up as“We don’t have it in us and too few resources are on hand to manage the situation.” But while they saw the cup half empty, Jesus saw otherwise, asking them,“What do you have? Go and see.” First task: Go and inventory what resources one has.The disciples came up with five loaves and two fish. Imagine that providing dinner for everyone in a carrier air wing. Too often, too few resources are available to do the work, but the real problem often lies not with what we’ve counted up, but what we omitted from the count: the inherent power of our relationship with the Lord and each other. Second task: See what possibilities exist if we will allow God to aid our efforts. Said Jesus, “with men it is impossible, but not with God,” for with God “all things are possible to him that believes.” (Mark 10:27 & 9:23) So he said, “Bring them here to me.” (Matthew 14:18) Take what we do possess before God, and it will be sufficient.Where there is faith,there are always options. Where there is faith, the Lord multiplies what we offer of ourselves. Here there is faith, we can move to the next step... — See Tasks, Page 9
File photo of an F-35C test aircraft CF-3 as it is brought to launch position on a test catapult at NAS Patuxent River, Md., July 19, 2011, by Navy test pilot Cmdr. Eric Buus. To support the Joint Strike Fighter, the Navy’s newest squadron, Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 101 will be stood up in a ceremony on Eglin AFB, Fla. May 1. Photo by Michael D. Jackson, courtesy of Lockheed Martin
Navy’s newest squadron, VFA-101, prepares for new F-35 fighters BY ENSIGN ELIZABETH ALLEN Naval Education and Training Command Public Affairs
tom and F-14 Tomcat.With the retirement of the F-14,VF101 was disestablished in 2005. To support the new Navy version of the F-35, VFA-101 will be reestablished May 1 at a new hangar and training EGLIN AFB, Fla. (NNS) — Navy personnel are busy pre- facility on Eglin AFB and will serve as the fleet replaceparing to teach the next generation of Sailors how to work ment squadron (FRS), training pilots and maintainers for with and fly the newest military aircraft, the F-35C Light- the fleet. The first Sailors to help ening II Joint Strike Fighter, stand up VFA-101 will receive as Strike Fighter Squadron We’re not parlaying off any Navy stealth “plank owner” certificates for (VFA) 101 readies for its stand-up ceremony on Eglin legacy programs or support systems.This their assistance with the new Air Force Base May 1. aircraft, new training facilities will be the first new stealth and carrier- and redesignated squadron.As The F-35 is a single seat, multi-role fighter aircraft based tactical fighter aircraft since the in- per Navy tradition,plank ownwith the capability to perers are individuals who were troduction of the F/A-18 29 years ago. form ground attack, reconmembers of the crew of a ship naissance, and air defense when that ship was placed in missions.The aircraft is in full — Cmdr. Scott Kartvedt, commanding offi- commission. production at the Lockheed “I’m learning a lot and really cer of VFA-101 Martin plant in Fort Worth, enjoy working with other services,” said Senior Chief LogisTexas.The F-35 is designed to eventually replace the F/A-18 Hornet and AV-8B Harrier tics Specialist (AW/SW) Mirtha Martinez, Material Control tactical fighter aircraft and was planned with a common Department leading chief petty officer for the squadron. design, but three unique service variants, to keep develop- “I’d love to come back in five years and see the squadron fully functioning.” ment, production and operating costs down. “This is brand new aircraft platform from tooth to tail,” Marine Col. Arthur Tomassetti, vice commander of the said Cmdr. Scott Kartvedt, commanding officer of VFA-101. 33rd Fighter Wing, said establishing a squadron to train “We’re not parlaying off any Navy stealth legacy programs and work with the F-35 aircraft has not been easy, but the or support systems.This will be the first new stealth and leadership has taken charge and is working towards buildcarrier-based tactical fighter aircraft since the introduc- ing the best facilities possible to work with this new aircraft. tion of the F/A-18 29 years ago.” “The concept was simple; establish an initial training The original Fighter Squadron 101 (VF-101), nicknamed the “Grim Reapers,” was established May 1, 1952 and flew various models of fighter aircraft including the F-4 Phan— See VFA-101, Page 14
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VFA-106 chief petty officers lead from the front Story by Lt. Harland Hendricks, VFA-106 Public Affairs Officer and ADCS(AW/SW) Guillermo J. Merizalde, VFA-106 C/D Senior Enlisted Advisor The chief petty officers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 marked the 119th year of chief petty officer leadership, March 28, in the squadron’s hangar by participating in a uniform inspection. Thirty-one chiefs fell into formation while awaiting Commanding Officer Cmdr. Scott Knapp and Command Master Chief (AW/SW) Marc Puco to begin the inspection.The uniform inspection helped to fulfill requirements set forth in the “Declaration of Chief Petty Officer Excellence,” part of Chief Petty Officers Mess Development Training from the U.S. Fleet Forces Chief Petty Officer Waterfront Training Leadership Incentive. The inspection lasted 15 minutes and concluded with a group photo in front of a squadron aircraft to commemorate the event, and an opportunity for the chiefs to talk with Knapp. The chiefs were proud to demonstrate a key and basic part of military training to the Sailors of VFA-106. Knapp, along with Puco, was extremely satisfied with the military bearing and appearance displayed by “Gladiator” chief petty officers. Puco said that for the last 119 years,Navy chief petty officers have been “leaders, mentors, managers, advisors, counselors, motivators, coaches and problem solvers.” He also stressed, “It is on the shoulders of all CPOs to continue our commitment to the Navy and Sailors, and live up to the standards to the best of our ability, set by our creed, mission, vision and guiding principles, and our heritage.”
“The chief, through deckplate leadership and unlimited resources from the chiefs mess, has consistently brought intangible assets to the table making the Navy more flexible and adaptive than any other service. [The chief has] always been focused on the mission and command success, but also heavily invested in the growth of our Sailors,” explained Senior Chief Aviation Electronics Technician (AT) Dean Sonnenberg about how the Navy has been shaped over the last 119 years by CPO leadership Senior Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate (AD) Guillermo Merizalde shared what he thought are the best qualities for a chief to have, including” good presence, good verbal and written communication skills, be a good listener, a good teacher, as well as a good pupil. [A chief should also have] the ability to pass on the value of citizenship, and continue 119 years of proud service.” Merizalde added, “A chief petty officer is someone who no longer thinks of him or herself, [but] thinks about the welfare of others, of the Sailors under his or her charge, no matter the rank or position.” “We make constant personal sacrifices for the improvement of our Sailors, service and country,” ATCS Gordon Tison said. Tison explained the chief’s impact in the Navy for the last 119 years as “being the trusted advisor to the senior leadership,the counselor, mentor and trainer of the junior officer and Sailor. The years have flown by, technology has advanced and our nation has grown, but our mission is the same.” On advice to a young Sailor vying to be-
Did you know that . . . . The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Fund Drive has been extended to April 13. There’s still time to contribute to the annual fundraiser which assists Sailors, Marines and
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Chief petty officers from VFA-106 stand in formation during an inspection March 28 by VFA106 commanding Officer Cmdr. Scott Knapp and CMDCM(AW/SW) Marc Puco. The inspection helped fulfill the requirements of the “Declaration of Chief Petty Officer Excellence” as part of Chief Petty Officer Mess Development Training from the U.S. Fleet Forces Chief Petty Officer Waterfront Training Leadership Incentive. come a chief someday, Tison offered this: “Hard work, dedication, qualifications, continued education, fitness, administrative expertise, proven mentorship and demonstrated leadership ability are just a few things that a prospective chief petty officer absolutely must have gained during their career to be considered ready for selection.” Puco also offered advice to junior Sailors. “Show you can perform well even when out of your comfort zone by working out of rate, such as a recruit division commander, on different platforms, or overseas. Step up to the hardest jobs and knock them out of the ballpark. Lead and ‘push’ your Sailors to success.” Sonnenberg, Merizalde and Tison all recounted past experiences with chiefs who mentored them. Sonnenberg talked about his mentor, retired AECS James Hanrahan.
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“He kept me grounded and told me‘just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.’” Merizalde said about his many mentors that they “gave me the necessary rudder to steer me in the right direction, at times, in their own peculiar robust manner. I’m sure well deserved. I hope I was able to honor their service.” Tison recalled what one of his many mentors,ATCS Scott Erwin, taught him was“the value of hard work and dedication to mission accomplishment and how each and every Sailor has an impact on the overall readiness of the force.” The celebration of 119 years of chief petty officer leadership has enabled the Gladiator chiefs to reflect on tradition and continue to grow in excellence in order to properly, lead, recognize, develop and mentor the future of the Navy.
Located at approximately 250 offices ashore and afloat throughout the world, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society’s work is accomplished mainly by its 3,500 dedicated, trained and caring volunteers who are supported by a small cadre of employees. Make NMCRS your first resource.For more information, visit www.nmcrs.org or contact the Oceana office at 433-3383, located in building 531.
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Throughout the month of April, commands are encouraged to organize activities to raise awareness of sexual assault using the theme, “Hurts One, Affects All. Prevention of Sexual Assault is Everyone’s Duty.” Join the conversation on social media and help raise awareness using #SAAM.
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BY MCC(SW) MARIA YAGER Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON,Tenn. (NNS) — There is no place for sexual assault in our Navy and efforts are underway to eradicate it from our ranks, said the director of Navy’s 2012 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) initiative April 4. “We can get this right in our service.We can set the example of what is really acceptable behavior;what is a good professional command climate, how we set the right environment for the right behavior to occur and we can really get to a zero incidence,” said Vice Adm. Scott Van Buskirk, chief of naval personnel and SAAM director. Approximately 600 sexual assaults were reported in the Navy last year according to Van Buskirk,“But no incident of sexual assault is acceptable in our Navy.” Department of Defense (DoD) defines sexual assault as intentional sexual contact characterized by use of force, threats, intimidation or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. Sexual assault includes rape, forcible sodomy (oral or anal sex), and other unwanted sexual contact that is aggravated, abusive, or wrongful — See #SAAM, Page 17
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Synthetic Drug Testing Operating Guide available Five more years From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) — Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Office (NADAP) posted the new Synthetic Drug Testing Operating Guide on the NADAP website, officials said April 5. The Navy’s zero-tolerance policy towards drug use is a key contributor to the readiness area of the 21st Century Sailor and Marine.This initiative which consolidates a set of objectives and policies, new and existing, to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness, build resiliency and hone the most combat-effective force in the history of the Department of the Navy. “The operating guide provides commands easy access to the procedures of synthetic drug testing,� said Dorice Favorite, director, NADAP.“It is important that the samples are collected, documented and processed correctly. The operating guide will help units do that.� Navy announced it would begin testing for synthetic drugs in NAVADMIN 082/12, released March 12. According to the NAVADMIN, this testing is separate and distinct
from the urinalysis program directed by OPNAVINST 5350.4D.Commanders may take appropriate actions related to health, safety and security based on a positive result. During fiscal year 2012 the Navy will invest $1.73 million to test for synthetic chemical compounds and expects to increase that amount to $2.9 million in fiscal year 2013. Synthetic chemical compound drug use impacts a Sailor’s career, their family life and overall well-being, while also impacting fleet readiness. If a Sailor makes a poor choice and uses these types of drugs, they need to know there will be consequences, emphasized Favorite. “Navy has zero tolerance for drug use, including the use of designer and synthetic chemical compounds, such as Spice,� said Favorite,“Our efforts are twofold: we will continue to educate Sailors on the dangers of drug use,including new and designer drugs and at the same time identify those who use or possess the substances and hold them accountable.� To view the guide or for more news from NADAP, visit www.nadap.navy.mil.
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LN1(SW/AW) Nita F. Holliday was reenlisted on March 20 for ďŹ ve more years by Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic Capt. Paul Gronemeyer at the POW/MIA Park on Oceana Boulevard. With Holliday is her daughter, Cherylyn, 1, who was part of the ceremony. Holliday is from Quemado, N.M. and is a 1997 graduate of Quemado High School. She transfers to USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) in May.
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Students take employment search seriously at Teen Job Fair Erica Locher, a park ranger with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, encourages students attending the Teen Job Fair to spin the wheel to learn more about job opportunities with her organization. The third annual Teen Job Fair was held March 28 at Wadsworth Community Center and sponsored by Fleet and Family Support Center and Lincoln Military Housing.
STORY/PHOTO BY CATHY HEIMER Jet Observer Landing that ďŹ rst job can be tough for a teenager and the economy during the past few years has made it even more difďŹ cult for high school students to ďŹ nd employment. But for the third year, a partnership between the Fleet and Family Support Center at NAS Oceana and Lincoln Military Housing assisted students with their summer job search by sponsoring the annual Teen Job Fair, March 30, in Lincoln Military Housing at Wadsworth. Megumi Fuda, employment educator at the Oceana FFSC, saw many signs that the 160 teens were taking their job search seriously.“I think they’re more prepared this year. I’ve seen more resumes this year than I have in the past years.Also, they’ve been dressing up this year, as well.We had a lot of people who were dressed very nicely,â€? she said. Before meeting potential employers at the fair, students could attend a free program about how to network a job fair, in-
cluding shaking hands, making eye contact and dressing appropriately. According to Fuda Among the 16 employers who participated, were several new employers who attended the event in Wadsworth’s community center on South Birdneck Road in Virginia Beach. To increase attendance, Fuda worked with Virginia Beach high school guidance
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“It is hard to get jobs out there, especially for a teenager,� Riley said, who explained she learned to create a resume in marketing class. “I took what they taught me and made this. It was easy,� she said as Simonson nodded in agreement. While lifeguarding offered the most opportunities during the fair with employers such as Ocean Breeze, MWR at NAS Oceana and AAA Lifeguard Services, offering seasonal opportunities for teens to get their feet wet in the working world, there were also many other opportunities available. Erica Locher, a park ranger with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, discussed the unique job opportunities they offer. The Youth Conservation Corps (YCC), for ages 15 -18,“offers the opportunity to work in — See Job fair, Page 11
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AME1 David Scott, assigned to the “Red Rippersâ€? of VFA-11, performs maintenance checks on an F/A-18E Super Hornet on the ight deck as the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) approaches Piraeus, Greece on March 28. Enterprise, deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group, arrived in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR) April 3.
Enterprise CSG arrives in U.S. 5th Fleet BY MCSN HARRY ANDREW D. GORDON Enterprise Carrier Strike Group Public Affairs USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea (NNS) — The world’s ďŹ rst nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) and Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12 arrived in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR),April 3. This marks Enterprise’s 22nd deployment and is slated to be the last for the aircraft carrier. Prior to arrival in theater, the Enterprise CSG successfully completed a robust training cycle, where the crew was presented with various scenarios and situations they might face while deployed.These exercises involved simulated maritime security operations, counter-piracy operations, and theater security cooperation engagements. “We’ve trained hard since our last deployment to the region making sure that the capabilities we bring remain exible, adaptable and persistent,â€? said Rear Adm. Walter E. Carter, commander, Enterprise Carrier Strike Group.“Enterprise has been deploying to this region for 50-years, and we are looking forward to serving along
side our coalition and regional partners in support of operations in the region.â€? Enterprise CSG joins the Abraham Lincoln CSG to support the combatant commander’s operational requirements, while ensuring security and stability in the U.S. 5th Fleet AOR. The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group is comprised of Enterprise, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 2, guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69), and guided-missile destroyers USS Porter (DDG 78), USS Nitze (DDG 94) and USS James E.Williams (DDG 95). CVW-1 is comprised of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, VFA-211, VFA-136, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 251, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123 and Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron (HS) 11. Enterprise departed its homeport of Norfolk for its ďŹ nal deployment March 11. The ship conducted a port visit to Piraeus, Greece, for three days before transiting the Suez Canal. Following the deployment, Enterprise will be inactivated, and eventually decommissioned.
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Tasks: What do you have to accomplish? — Continued from page 3 Final task:We must“do.”The disciples acted, even though they may have had doubts. If we are to be faithful, there will be times, when we must simply “do.” There will be times when each of us must simply pick ourselves up (and others), and go on. As someone noted, it’s not our abilities, but our “accessibility” to God, upon which we can depend.Therefore, in the “doing” itself, the miraculous happens — Jesus still breaks the loaves and fish, that we may be “filled.”
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AE3 Chelsea Prufer conducts maintenance on the wing of an F/A-18F Super Hornet as the moon rises over the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) April 5. Carl Vinson and CVW-17 are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.
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Natural Resources at Oceana will conduct a volunteer-based dune restoration event with partners from the National Aquarium in Baltimore (NAIB), the Virginia Aquarium and the Virginia Army National Guard-Camp Pendleton, May 11-12, 9 a.m.
At times, we find ourselves pressed from the labors — of home, of work, of both. And we are left with questions to ask of ourselves: What tasks/situations drain you? As one who follows the Lord, how do you seek renewal, and find your “place apart?” How do you handle those tasks which cannot be left behind? When there is a problem, do you take an inventory, and how do consider the possibilities? Rather than looking at what you don’t have, have you considered how your faith uses what “do” you have? Like the disciples of old — go, see and then do!
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Twelve Royal Navy Air Engineering officers from the Naval Command Headquarters toured Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 March 29, following their visit with test engineers at Naval Air Station (NAS), Patuxent River, Md. The officers, all from helicopter maintenance backgrounds, were on a trip to the United States to learn how the U.S. Navy maintains and deploys fixed wing aircraft on board aircraft carriers. HMS Queen Elizabeth (R08) and HMS Prince of Wales (RO9) are scheduled to be commissioned in 2016 and 2018. The two aircraft carriers will utilize catapult assisted takeoffs and arrested landings, operations not used on a British ship since HMS Ark Royal (RO7) in 1977. The United Kingdom selected this design based on the Joint Strike Fighter project and the F-35C variant in 2010. The United States and the United Kingdom joined together in a statement of intent to enhance cooperation on carrier operations and maritime power projection as part of the Joint Strike Fighter program and aircraft carrier construction. Royal Marine Lt. Col. Phil Kelly is a British Fleet Air Arm pilot assigned to VFA-106 as a student, learning how to fly the F/A-18 Super Hornet under the statement of intent. Kelly will be assigned as a deputy commander for a U.S. Navy carrier air wing (DCAG) for his follow-on tour. While a DCAG, Kelly will get firsthand experience in operating fixed wing aircraft aboard an aircraft carrier and take that experience back to Great Britain for operations on their carriers. Kelly is one of about a dozen British representatives cur-
rently serving in the U.S. Navy as part of the joint statement of intent. Kelly and Lt. Jason Harding welcomed the Royal Navy Air Engineers and gave a half-hour presentation on what operating aircraft from large aircraft carriers means to them and the future of Royal Navy aviation. Kelly stressed the importance of “maximizing the mutual benefits of interoperability in fleet operations” between the United States and the United Kingdom. Following coffee and donuts, the engineers spent three hours putting their flying skills to the test. Under the instruction of Lt. Thomas Bock and Lt.Dan Krause,both VFA106 pilot instructors, the engineers were able to spend time in the F/A-18F simulators. The engineers flew around the Virginia Beach area and transited 30 miles off the coast to a simulated aircraft carrier to attempt a landing. Most of the visiting engineers were able to score an“OK”3-wire landing, while a few couldn’t quite make the landing. After a lunch at the Shifting Sands Club on Dam NeckAnnex,pictures were taken of the engineers in front of a VFA106 F/A-18E Super Hornet. Once pictures were completed,VFA-106 maintenance officers, Cmdr. Bret Washburn, Lt. Cmdr. Lyle Ainsworth and Lt. Shannon Keuss spent a few hours showing the engineers how the U.S. Navy operates a fixed wing maintenance department ashore and afloat, organizational support structures involved with depot-level maintenance, and the risk mitigation and decision-making process associated with safely putting carrier based aircraft into the air. Before making the trip back to the United Kingdom, the Royal Navy Air Engineers presented a plaque to the“Gladiators” for the hospitality and excellent insight into fixed wing maintenance practices provided by VFA-106.
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Adam D’Amico from NAS Oceana Child & Youth Programs was one of several MWR representatives who explained job opportunities to teens and their parents during the March 28 Teen Job Fair at Wadsworth Community Center.
Job fair: variety of paid and volunteer opportunities for teens offered at event — Continued from page 7 conservation.It’s hard work,it’s manual labor.It’s also great experience,â€? said Locher. For students who want to work outdoors, the job offers them the chance to work on the trails and in wetlands. Locher said the employment information for YCC should be available later this month at www.fws.gov. Locher said there are also opportunities for students to volunteer, helping both with indoor and outdoor projects. Volunteers can ďŹ nd more information by calling 301-7329, extension 158 or visit www.fws.gov/backbay and click on the getting involved link. Volunteer opportunities are also available at Equi-Kids Therapeutic Riding Program,which provides riding opportunities for individuals with mental, physical, emotional, social or learning disabling conditions. Jennifer Riley, volunteer coordinator, explained that because all training is provided, no experience with horses is needed. The program uses up to 200 volunteers, ages 14 and up, who can commit to as few as 90 minutes a week. Information is available at www.equikids.org. As he stopped at each booth in the community center, Jake Gelardi, admitted he wasn’t sure what kind of ďŹ rst job he was looking for.“I just started searching. I want to get a sense of what the jobs are like,â€? said Gelardi, a junior at Kellam High School. As students ďŹ lled out applications from employers on the spot, Fuda explained that what she hoped the students would learn by attending the job fair. “I hope they can learn about networking and being able to speak to people in public.â€?
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Virginia Beach Mayor William Sessoms Jr. thanks ďŹ rst responders at the crash scene on April 6. In the days following the crash, the Navy and local and state ofďŹ cials recognized ďŹ rst responders, as well as those who helped evacuate residents and pull the pilots to safety, including Coast Guard Petty OfďŹ cer 2nd Class Nicholas Beane, retired Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad member Pat Kavanaugh and apartment resident Colby Smith. Virginia Beach ďŹ reďŹ ghters were also recognized at the opening game of the Norfolk Tides on April 9.
— Continued from page 1 Concurrent with the aircraft mishap Air Systems Command at NAS Patuxsafety investigation,and in keeping with ent River, Md., for analysis to determine standard practice, a Manual of the Judge what information is recoverable from Advocate General (JAGMAN) investigathe ight.The Crash Survivable Flight Intion has been initiated by the Navy.A secident Recorder is similar to a commernior Navy captain,who is a naval aviator, cial airliner’s ight data recorder in that will be assigned to lead this investigait records ight parameters, cautions and tion. The JAGMAN investigation is conadvisories for all phases of ight but does ducted in addition to,and separate from, not include cockpit voice communicathe aircraft mishap safety investigation. tions. A completed JAGMAN investigation is The aircraft’s wing section and parts generally releasable under the Freedom of the fuselage are being moved; the airof Information Act. craft’s engines will remain at the crash A JAGMAN investigation is ordered site for onsite study by investigators bewhen an aircraft mishap results in injufore moving them. Other aircraft compory or extensive damage to property.The nents are being moved from the crash investigation will determine the cause scene to NAS Oceana for detailed examiand responsibility for the mishap, nanation. ture and extent of any injuries, descripThe Navy will continue cleanup work tion of all damage to property, and any at the crash site, and expects to ďŹ nish reattendant circumstances. moving most aircraft debris by the end A JAGMAN Investigation is normally of the week. concluded within 30 days. However, an The aircraft’s crew was treated for miinvestigation involving an aircraft misnor injuries,and both have been released hap,which also requires extensive techfrom the hospital.The aircrew consisted nical study with engineering analysis, of a eet replacement pilot and an expewill often require more time to produce rienced instructor.Their identities are not a thorough report. FireďŹ ghters from the Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fire & Emergency Services and City of Virginia Beach respond to the crash of an F/A-18D Hornet from VFA-106 on April 6. being released. Shortly after the crash, Adm. John C. Normal ight operations have reHarvey Jr., commander, U.S. Fleet Forces sumed at NAS Oceana. Flight operations typically moves more slowly. released the following statement: were temporarily curtailed shortly after the crash. In general,AMBs are given 30 calendaar days to complete the SIR. “My thoughts and prayers are with our citizens and families who have been An Aviation Mishap Board (AMB) conducts the aircraft mishap safety investigaIn the case of a complex investigation,it is common that more time is required impacted by the tragic crash today in Virginia Beach by an aircraft from NAS tion, and is comprised of several members.The board’s senior member is a naval in order to produce a thorough report th hat fully reviews the incident,determines Oceana. aviator or naval ight ofďŹ cer. Other members of the board include an aviation causal factors and makes meaningful reccommendations.Once submitted,the SIR “I deeply regret that some in our community have lost their homes, and I, like safety ofďŹ cer, a ight surgeon, an ofďŹ cer qualiďŹ ed in aircraft maintenance, and is reviewed and formally endorsed throuugh the chain of command and this pro- many, pray for the well-being of all. an ofďŹ cer qualiďŹ ed in aircraft operations. “I must also offer my deepest gratitude The board can draw upon a full range of to the citizens of Virginia Beach and the other technical subject matter experts to Mayfair Mews Apartments, as well as Virassist in determining the cause of an aviaginia Beach’s ďŹ rst responders, for their tion mishap.The Naval Safety Center has immediate and heroic response to take also provided an experienced aviation care of our aircrew after they ejected mishap investigator to assist the AMB. and all at the scene of the mishap. An aircraft mishap safety investiga“I have spoken with Mayor Sessoms, tion’s objective is to search for causes, and all the resources of the Navy in look for previously undetected hazards Hampton Roads are being made availand identify those factors that caused able to the City of Virginia Beach as we the mishap, as well as those that caused all deal with the impacts and recovery any additional damage or injury during from this terrible mishap. the course of the mishap. The AMB is “We will continue to work directly typically augmented by engineering inwith the City of Virginia Beach and conVFA-106 Commanding OfďŹ cer Cmdr. Scott Knapp and Virginia Beach Fire Deputy Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic Capt. Mark Weisgerber vestigations when mechanical malfunctinue to provide all possible assistance. Department Chief Steven Cover survey the damage on Friday. The F/A-18D and Virginia Beach Fire Department Chief Steven Cover speak to the tions are suspected. “We will conduct a complete investiThe results of the safety investigation Hornet which crashed into the Mayfair Mews Apartments in Virginia Beach press on April 6 about the response effort after the crash. gation into the cause of this mishap and are documented in a Safety Investigation belongs to the “Gladiatorsâ€? of VFA-106. share all information we have as soon as Report (SIR) that contains succinct, facwe are able to do so.â€? tual information, opinions and recommendations designed to help prevent re- cess typically requires several months too complete. VFA-106 is based at NavalAir Station Oceana,and serves as the East Coast Fleet currence of aviation mishaps. SIRs contain privileged information an nd are not for general release.This means Replacement Squadron.Their mission is to train Navy and Marine Corps F/A-18 The time to complete investigations can vary depending on the complexity of they are written with the sole purpose oof improving safety,and that use or distri- replacement pilots and weapon systems ofďŹ cers to support eet commitments. the incident.In some cases,the information needed to conclude an investigation bution of the SIR is limited to this purpoose.The concept of privilege allows witis readily available; however, when investigations require extensive, technical nesses to express their thoughts and in nformation candidly. Likewise, endorsers Photos by MC3 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos study of the wreckage (involving engineering investigations or EIs), the process can feel unencumbered in expressing th heir thoughts and opinions.
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Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Staff Judge Advocate General (JAG) Cmdr. Frank Hutchison and NAS Oceana Staff JAG Lt. Rob Singer review compensation paperwork and provide immediate short-term aid checks April 9 to Sandy Hall and Jeffery Swoope, residents of the Mayfair Mews apartments. On Saturday, Navy ofďŹ cials met with residents whose homes were damaged by the crash to explain available resources and start the compensation process, which will cover short-term expenses.
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NAS Oceana Commanding OfďŹ cer Capt. Bob Geis is interviewed by media during the Navy’s distribution of emergency funds to residents of Mayfair Mews Apartments in Virginia Beach on Monday.
FireďŹ ghters from the Navy Mid-Atlantic Region, accompanied by a hazardous material cleanup team, prepare the remains of an F/A-18D Hornet for removal from the apartment complex on April 10. The Navy will continue cleanup work at the crash site and expect to ďŹ nish removing most aircraft debris by the end of the week.
Kim Caton, a resident affected by the jet crash, is reunited with her cat “Cupcake,� on Saturday at the Virginia Beach Law Enforcement Training Academy. Assisting Caton is Commonwealth of Virginia Secretary of Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security Terrie Suit.
Members of the OfďŹ ce of Judge Advocate General assist residents of the Mayfair Mews apartments who were applying for aid services offered by the Navy. The Navy set up a meeting for affected residents Saturday afternoon at Virginia Beach Law Enforcement Training Academy to provide legal services and resources for affected residents.
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In keeping with their tradition, staff at Navy Federal at NAS Oceana collected items among themselves for a holiday basket to be donated to a junior military family at Oceana. Staff donated nonperishable items for an Easter dinner, as well as Easter candy. Accepting the basket on behalf of the Oceana Holiday Assistance is ABEC(AW/SW) Julio Altuna and representing Navy Federal is (l-r) Barbara Paras, Jamie Alexander, Kim Hoag and Teresa Burk. Staff members also donate a basket at Thanksgiving and Christmas to assist a military family.
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— Continued from page 3 center for pilots and maintainers for the F-35 weapon system,” said Tomassetti. “Bringing that concept to reality has been and will continue to be complicated and challenging. So the first step is you start with the best people you can find, put them together, and say ‘go.’ Over the past two-and-one-half years, those carefully selected people have put together a strategy, developed plans, adapted to the dynamic and ever changing environment and schedule, and continued to track towards the goal of establishing a training center for F-35 pilots and maintainers.” The mechanics of the Navy F-35 will initially be taught by Lockheed Martin personnel to Navy instructors, who will then begin teaching students after completing instructor certification. Students are expected to arrive for maintenance instruction in 2015, with the first F-35s scheduled for deployment 2017-2018. The Navy’s version of the F-35, the “C” model is distinct from the F-35A and F-35B
versions, with larger wing surfaces and reinforced landing gear for greater control in the demanding carrier take-off and landing environment. Sailors in the majority of aviation rates are eligible to attend the F-35 course of instruction, including aviation ordnancemen, aviation structural mechanics, aviation machinist’s mates, aviation electronics technicians, aviation electrician’s mates and aircrew survival equipmentmen. VFA-101 is a part of the 33rd Fighter Wing, a joint-service graduate flying and maintenance training wing, responsible for F-35 A/B/C pilot and maintenance training for the Navy, Marine Corps and the Air Force. Initially, 59 aircraft and three flying squadrons, one for each service’s aircraft variant, will be based at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.The F-35 Academic Training Center serves as the schoolhouse, where wing personnel expect to train more than 2,000 maintenance students and 100 pilots each year.
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FY-14 Olmsted Scholar Program seeking applicants BY ED BARKER Naval Education and Training Command Public Affairs PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) — Career-minded line and Supply Corps officers interested in developing language skills and regional cultural knowledge are encouraged to apply for the Olmsted Scholar Program, announced in Naval Administrative message (NAVADMIN) 111/12, March 30. The Olmsted program is a unique scholarship opportunity offering two years of graduate study using a foreign language while providing overseas cultural and travel opportunities and often leads to a graduate degree at a foreign university.Applicants for the fiscal year 2014 (FY-14) program should be available to start language training in summer/fall 2013, begin study at a foreign university in 2014 and complete study in 2016. The Navy is looking for leaders who display the qualities of dedicated career officers and who aspire to command as line and Supply Corps officers. Applicants must have demonstrated strong leadership qualities, solid overall performance, strong promotion potential, and superior demonstrated scholastic ability. Candidates must have three years of commissioned service — but no more than 11 years of total active federal service as of April 1, 2013,
to apply for the scholarship. Specific designator eligibility is listed in NAVADMIN 111/12. Historically, Olmsted Scholars have benefited from the program and continue to promote to senior leadership positions, including 12 past Navy scholars that achieved flag rank.There are currently three Navy Olmsted Scholar flag officers serving on active duty. Olmsted scholars interact daily with locals and immerse themselves in the culture of their host country. A background in a specific foreign language is not a prerequisite to selection. Scholars are expected to live on the local economy and travel widely.Olmsted scholars receive their normal pay and allowances, and if married, are normally accompanied by their families. The Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) is currently accepting applications from regular line and Supply Corps officers for the FY-14 Olmsted program. Applicants are required to meet a list of qualifications and prerequisites and submit a command-endorsed nomination package that must be received by CPPD in Pensacola no later than Aug. 31. In October, the applications are reviewed and a final, Navy-sponsored list of nominees is selected. Up to 10 Navy scholars may be selected by the Olmsted Foundation Board of Directors for the FY14 program.
The Olmsted Foundation, named in honor of Gen. George and Carol Olmsted, and the Department of Defense have jointly sponsored this scholarship program since 1959.Since its inception,the foundation has focused on educational and charitable purposes. With the selection of the 54th Olmsted Scholar Class in March 2012, 564 scholars have completed, are completing or are preparing for two years of study abroad.Their studies to date have been in 37 languages, in 180 different foreign universities, spanning 59 countries worldwide. The Navy nominations are submitted to the Olmsted Foundation Board of Directors, along with nomination packages from the other services. During a comprehensive personal interview, the foundation staff examines the nominee’s academic and professional background,motivation to be a scholar, choice of foreign university, proposed course of study, language aptitude and career goals.Taking all this data into account, the interview panel makes its recommendations to the board for final decisions on the nominees at their meeting in March 2013. Specific guidelines and additional details for applying for the Olmsted Scholar Program can be found in NAVADMIN 111/12.More information is also available at the Olmsted Foundation web site at www.olmstedfoundation.org.
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USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), with embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are currently underway conducting training in the Atlantic Ocean. Photo by MC2 Julia A. Casper
Cmdr. Nick J. Dienna, executive officer of Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) observes as an F/A18C of the “Rampagers” from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 83 taxies on the flight deck April 1.
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AMAN Khary Brown receives training on preventative aircraft maintenance in the hangar bay Sailors tie down an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the “Pukin’ Dogs” of VFA-143 on the flight deck April 1. after a flight March 28.
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SAAM: Navy focusing on four themes during Sexual Assault Awareness Month — Continued from page 5 (including unwanted and inappropriate sexual contact), or attempts to commit these acts. According to Van Buskirk, about half of the sexual assaults reported last year were alcohol related and Navy is introducing new training to better educate Sailors, Marines and their families to affect behavior and raise awareness. “We have this opportunity here to leverage sexual assault awareness month to really hit home about how important it is for us to become more aware and more educated about sexual assault in our Navy and Marine Corps and really as a nation,” said Van Buskirk. “We’re going to take the time in April to stand down, to stop all work so we can have a good opportunity to make ourselves more aware and educated about this,” said Van Buskirk.“It is a very important issue.” The Navy will focus on four themes during SAAM: Hurts One, Affects All, Prevention is Everyone’s Duty, and We Will Not Tolerate Sexual Assault.According to Van Buskirk, training will include a segment on bystander intervention, a DoD strategy to engage all hands in preventing sexual assault. Under the strategy, active bystanders take the initiative to help someone who may be targeted for a sexual assault in ways that are intended to avoid verbal or physical conflict.
Active bystanders take the initiative to help friends, who are not thinking clearly or whose judgment may be clouded from the effects of alcohol or other substances, from becoming victims or offenders of crime. “Intervention does not mean that you directly intervene to stop a crime in progress, rather, these steps are early intervention before the crime begins to occur,” said Van Buskirk. Scripts and videos for each week’s theme, engagement products, posters and other tools, are available on Navy Personnel Command’s Sexual Assault and Prevention website, http://www. sapr.navy.mil. Van Buskirk said his goal is to establish a baseline of education, training and awareness for the entire Navy that is sustainable year after year until we can eradicate this problem from our ranks. “We’ll leverage this month as a prelude to continuing our robust program which we already have established in our Navy,” said Van Buskirk.“Talking about it, being aware about it isn’t enough. We have to stop it. We have to be
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PHOTOS LEFT: Lt. j.g. Sharlena Williams and Lt. j.g. Victor Marquez of Naval Legal Service OfďŹ ce Mid-Atlantic Region review compensation paperwork April 9, for Sibyl Merkle and her son Patrick Davis, residents of the Mayfair Mews Apartments. Their home was damaged by the by the April 6 crash of an F/A-18D Hornet. Navy ofďŹ cials are helping residents ďŹ le for reimbursement for injuries or property damage. RIGHT: The remains of an F/A-18D Hornet that crashed last Friday at the Mayfair Mews Apartment Complex in Virginia Beach, await removal on April 10. The Navy will continue cleanup work at the crash site and expects to ďŹ nish removing most aircraft debris by the end of the week. Photos by MC3 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos
Resources for residents affected by the crash The Navy has established an Information Assistance Call Center for those residents affected by Friday’s aircraft accident to answer questions and provide assistance. Residents can call toll free to 1-866-345-8179 or 757-444-4557 daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Counseling and legal services will be available at that number. Residents who were injured or suffered property damage resulting from Friday’s aircraft accident may ďŹ le a claim for reimbursement with the U. S. Navy. Interested residents may ďŹ ll out Form SF-95,available online at http:// bit.ly/HpIdvT. For assistance completing the form or for processing updates, please call 757-341-4583.The phone number will be operable from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The U.S. Navy has a legal representative onsite at the Virginia Beach Law Enforcement Training Academy, 411 Integrity Way, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. That representative will be available to assist residents with forms, answer questions concerning compensation and accept completed forms from residents. Residents displaced by the crash may also ďŹ le claims for emergency funds for housing, food, incidentals and clothing. Interested residents may ďŹ ll out the DD Form 13512 posted on the Facebook page, http://on.fb.me/HnRake. (Print as if it were a photograph). Please call the Navy’s Information Assistance Call Center if you have questions. Completed forms may be dropped off to the Navy legal representative onsite or faxed to
757-445-2947. In addition, on April 9, Navy ofďŹ cials began handing out compensation checks for emergency funds to those residents that have submitted their forms. As of April 11,73 checks had been distributed,two were awaiting pickup, ďŹ ve were in process and there was one outstanding claimant. The U.S Navy will also provide housing referral assistance. Interested residents can call 800-628-7510 or 757445-2832 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents whose cars were towed can call the Virginia Beach Public Information Center at 757-385-3111 to locate their vehicles. The U.S. Postal Service has been holding mail addressed to residents of the apartments at the London Bridge Post OfďŹ ce, located 2652 Production Road,Virginia Beach. The 24-hour Red Cross Help Line is 757-536-9859. The Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is available to help residents with mental health services or to obtain medications lost in the accident. Please call 757437-3608. The Virginia OfďŹ ce of Vital Records is waiving fees for affected residents needing to replace vital records such as birth certiďŹ cates, marriage licenses, death certiďŹ cates, etc. Residents can complete an application online at www. vdh.state.va.us/vital_records. — From Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Public Affairs
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR » » »» » »»»»»»»»»»»»» CRUISIN CAR SHOW April 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Cruisin’ Virginia Beach Car Show, presented by Eastern Truck & Accessories, promises to turn the boardwalk into a local version of “Route 66,” with cars and trucks from yesterday and today competing for trophies and cash prizes at this unique, one-day event. Hot rods, street machines, classic cars, and more will line the Virginia Beach boardwalk for 19 blocks Vehicles will compete in the divisions of GM/Chevrolet, Mopars, miscellaneous/ street rods/customs, VW/imports and Fords. Participants receive goody bags, dash plaques, and event T-shirts. The show is free for spectators; vehicle registration is $35 for participants. The Cruisin’ Virginia Beach Car Show will be held on the boardwalk between 14th and 33rd Streets. On Saturday night, view selected cars along Atlantic Avenue from 6 - 9 p.m. Car show registration forms may be downloaded at www.BeachStreetUSA. com. Rain date for the show will be April 15. For more information,call 4917 p.m. SUNN or visit the BeachEvents Web site at www. BeachStreetUSA.com.
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The Virginia International Tattoo, a signature event of the Virginia Arts Festival, celebrates the military and its impact in everyone’s lives and returns April 27-29,for three performanaces at Scope Arena in Norfolk. With nearly 900 performers from all over the world on one stage — a choreographic feat — the tattoo offers a remarkable display of camaraderie and teamwork. A great honor this year is the presence of the U.S. Navy Band. Not only the premier performing ensemble of the Navy, the band in its 86th year,continues to provide musical support to the President of the United States. A new tattoo pipe major is joining the ranks. Only 26 years of age,Andrew Carlisle has already established himself internationally as a bagpiper of the highest caliber. He served in the Royal Irish Regiment for seven years and has been a member of the Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band for more than 10 years. Carlisle is currently the director of piping at Carnegie Mellon University, where students are able to major in bag piping. As always, the five branches of the U.S.
military are represented. When the bands play each branch’s fight song, active duty and retired members and families stand at attention. The tattoo is most definitely an international affair as evidenced by the rich depth of performers representing the world. But the international presence is not limited to the stage. Intertwined with locals in the more than 10,0000 seats at the Scope, are spectators from around the globe who travel to Norfolk to see the Tattoo. Returning again is the very popular Tattoo Hullabaloo. Two hours prior to each show, the Scope plaza comes alive with dancers, musicians and more with tattoo trademark style. Visitors interact with Tattoo performers, watch stage performances, indulge in food from local vendors, enjoy a beverage and even vote in the audiencejudged piping competition. Ever evolving, the 2012 Virginia International Tattoo cast includes performers from Albania, Canada,Australia, Belgium, NATO, the Netherlands, New Zealand, United Kingdom and the United States. For complete information about this and other Virginia Arts Festival events, visit www.vafest.org
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5K/10K for Wounded Warriors The Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis will sponsor a 5K/10K for Wounded Warriors, April 28. The 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run will begin at the Anderson Field House area, around Fort Eustis and the James River (10K only) on a very scenic and flat course.The SCFE fundraiser will benefit local wounded warrior charities and SCFE scholarships and welfare projects. Cost through April 27 is $25 for 5K run/ walk; $30 for 10K; $50 for both. Prices increase $5 on day of event. Race Day registration is open from 6 - 7:45 a.m. The 5K run/walk begins at 8; 10K run at 8:45. Register online at Active.com.The event is open to everyone. Volunteers are also needed. Email spousesclubofforteustis@yahoo.com or contact Dawn Stewart at 369-1994 or Kate Dunbar at 910-257-0027.
Two-Man Best Ball The Two-Man Best Ball Tournament will be at NAS Oceana Aeropines Golf Club, May 5 - 6. Entry deadline is April 29. The rain date is May 12 -13. The team entry fee is $180 and includes two rounds of golf with cart, plus lunch and beverages both days. Field is limited to 110 teams. Baed on a full field, $7,000 in prizes will be awarded. Tournament is open to all amateur golfers, military and civilian. A practice round can be played May 2 - 6, based on course availability and green fees are required. Soft spikes only on the course. Before the tournament begins,teams will be placed in
flights, based on the sum of each partner’s handicap. For more information, contact the Aeropines Pro Shop at 433-2866.
Run for the Dream Half Marathon, 8K and fun run The 2nd annual Run for the Dream Half Marathon will be May 20. Online registration is available at www.RunforAchievableDream.com. General registration is $100. Active duty military may register for $45. Proceeds from the race will benefit An Achievable Dream and three Wounded Warrior programs: the Virginia Wounded Warrior Program, the Achilles Freedom Team of Wounded Veterans and Warfighter Sports. Registration fees are tax deductible. Registration is also open for the Fit to Run, Fit to Dream 8K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run. Both events will take place on May 19. General registration for the 8K Run/Walk is $55. The fun run, with a choice of three lengths: 100 meter sprint, 400 meter dash and one mile, is $15. The Kids Fun Run will take place in William & Mary’s Zable Stadium. Race organizers are working on new elements for this year’s race, including bands and entertainment along the course, personalized bibs and a special Patriots Challenge medal for runners who finish both the 8K and the half marathon. May 19 is Armed Forces Day, and the 8K will honor wounded warriors and the nation’s military and veterans. Colonial Williamsburg is providing free, single-day Historic Area passes (valid May 19 - 20) for the first 6,000 Run for the Dream participants and a 50 percent discount for family and friends.The first 3,000 registrants for the half marathon will also receive a free pass to Busch Gardens to be used May 18 - 20, plus 15 percent discounts for family and friends. The Run for the Dream race courses start on the campus of The College of William & Mary, continue through Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area and finish at Zable Stadium.
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Maj. Michael Keane, 37, site commander at MACS-24, was the winner of the Dam Neck Annex March Madness 5K with a time of 19:28. His closest competitors were Hunter Jones, 36, from Navy Cyber Forces with 19:44 and John D. Porter, 26, from USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) with 19:52. The first female to cross the finish line was Yoko England, 41, with a time of 21:47. The next MWR run will be the Spring Fever 5K at NAS Oceana April 18. Registration forms are available at MWR fitness and sports centers.
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IA DEPLOYMENT READINESS BRIEF April 19, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. The Individual Augmentee (IA) Deployment Readiness Brief covers information about personal, practical and ďŹ nancial preparation; community resources; communicating with family and coping skills. The uniqueness of an IA deployment will be discussed as well as how FFSC can assist families with the new challenges of an IA deployment.
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TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Weekly TAP is a four-day workshop for separating military and pre-retirees. It covers resume writing, interviewing skills, salary negotiations, military beneďŹ ts and other topics that facilitate a smooth transition from the military to the civilian community. If space is available, spouses may accompany the transitioning member. All classes are held weekly Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in building U-93 at Naval Station Norfolk. See your command career counselor for a quota to attend TAP.
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