VOL. 53 NO. 27 JULY 10, 2014
SERVING NAVAL AIR STATION OCEANA, DAM NECK ANNEX, AND NALF FENTRESS
Oceana Air Show returns to skies Sept. 20 - 21
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BY CATHY HEIMER Jet Observer The Naval Air Station Oceana Air Show is back! After sequestration and budget cuts forced the cancellation of the 2013 show, performers will again take to the skies above Virginia Beach Sept. 20 - 21.This year’s show, with free admission and parking, will feature the best of naval aviation, top civilian performers, as well as honoring the Navy Safe Harbor program and wounded warriors. “The 2014 Oceana Air Show will be the same air show that you’ve always seen but bigger and better than ever,” said NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Kit Chope. “We have some longtime Oceanafan favorites and we have some new and exciting performers,” said Chope. Fan favorites include the Navy’s Flight Demonstration Team, Blue Angels, Shockwave Jet Truck, Bill Leff and Geico Skytypers. “It is a very unique opportunity to reach the American public in a way that very few other opportunities allow. It is the ‘bang for the buck’ that is extraordinary … to allow the American public to see who we are and what we do is important. This will be the sole opportunity that many people will ever have to look in the eyes of a Sailor or Marine and see our nation’s military for who we are,” said Chope. Last year “was not the right time to — See Air show, Page 10
MICHELLE HOWARD BECOMES NAVY’S FIRST FEMALE 4-STAR ADMIRAL —Page 3
Photo by MCSN Emily M. Blair Harry S. Truman friends, family, and Sailors observe as an F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the “Swordsman” of VFA-32, lands on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) June 27.
Truman friends, family get a taste of life at sea BY MC3 BLAGOJ B. PETKOVSKI USS Harry S. Truman Public Affairs
certainly a very special event for our Sailors who were able to have their family members and guests join them Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier for a fun day at sea.” USS Harry S.Truman (CVN 75) hosted The morning began with guests approximately 2,500 family members arriving as early as 4 a.m. After Truand friends on an all-day underway to man got underway at 6:30 a.m., Sailors escorted their guests around the the west Atlantic on June 27. “Our Families and Friends Day ship, visiting the jet shop, forecastle, was a huge success,” said Capt. Bob bridge, combat direction center, and Roth, Truman’s commanding officer. finally treated them to an air power “It gave us a chance to show off the demonstration where they witnessed ship and give our guests a glimpse a supersonic fly-by by an F/A-18 Suof what our lives are like at sea, the per Hornet, an E-2C Hawkeye fly-by, equipment we operate, the watches two launches and recoveries witwe stand, where we eat, exercise and nessed from the flight deck, a strafing even sleep. It was a once-in-a-lifetime demonstration, all capped off with a event for most who attended and — See Cruise page 8
NAVY ANNOUNCES WOUNDED WARRIOR TEAM —Page 14
About the cruise Nearly 2,500 family members and friends enjoyed the day-long cruise in the Atlantic Ocean with air power demo, live music and visits to work centers around the ship.
TREY SONGZ AT NEX The NEX at NAS Oceana will be hosting singer Trey Songz at 4 p.m. on July 11, for a meet and greet at the food court. He will be signing copies of his new album “Trigga,” available for purchase through the NEX, while supplies last. Arrive early as space is limited. Event is open to authorized patrons only.
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Navy promotes Michelle Howard to 4-star admiral From Defense Media Activity ARLINGTON, Va. (NNS) — The United States Navy promoted Michelle Janine Howard to the rank of four-star admiral, July 1, during a ceremony at the Women in Military Service for America Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus presided over the ceremony and administered the oath of office. Adm. Howard is the first female four-star in the 238-year history of the U.S. Navy. “Michelle Howard’s promotion to the rank of admiral is the result of a brilliant naval career, one I fully expect to continue when she assumes her new role as vice chief of naval operations, but also it is a historic first, an event to be celebrated as she becomes the first female to achieve this position,” said Mabus. “Her accomplishment is a direct example of a Navy that now, more than ever, reflects the nation it serves — a nation where success is not borne of race, gender or religion, but of skill and ability.” “Michelle’s many trailblazing accomplishments in her 32 years of naval service are evidence of both her fortitude and commitment to excellence and integrity,” said Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert. “I look forward to many great things to come from the Navy’s newest 4-star admiral!” Howard, the deputy CNO for Operations, Plans, and Strategy, relieved Adm. Mark Ferguson III as the 38th Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) later that afternoon. Howard is a 1978 graduate of Gateway High School in Aurora, Colo. She graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1982 and from the Army’s Command and General Staff College in 1998, with a Master’s in Military Arts and Sciences. Howard’s initial sea tours were aboard USS Hunley (AS 31) and USS Lexington (AVT 16). While serving on board Lexington, she received the secretary of the Navy/Navy League Capt. Winifred Collins award in May 1987.This award is given to one female officer a year for outstanding leadership. She reported to USS Mount Hood (AE 29) as chief engineer in 1990 and served in Operations Desert Shield
Her accomplishment is a direct example of a Navy that now, more than ever, reflects the nation it serves — a nation where success is not borne of race, gender or religion, but of skill and ability.” — Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus
Photo by MCC Peter D. Lawlor Adm. Michelle Howard lends a hand to SECNAV Ray Mabus as he and Wayne Cowles, Howard’s husband, put four-star shoulder boards on her service white uniform during her promotion ceremony, July 1, at the Women in Military Service for America Memorial. Howard is the first woman to be promoted to the rank of admiral in the history of the Navy. Later and Desert Storm. She assumed duties as that afternoon, she assumed the duties and responsibilities as the 38th Vice Chief of Naval first lieutenant on board USS Flint (AE 32) Operations from Adm. Mark Ferguson.
in July 1992. In January 1996, she became the executive officer of USS Tortuga (LSD 46) and deployed to the Adriatic in support of Operation Joint Endeavor, a peacekeeping effort in the former Republic of Yugoslavia. Sixty days after returning from the Mediterranean deployment, Tortuga departed on a West African training cruise, where the ship’s Sailors, with embarked Marines and U.S. Coast Guard detachment, operated with the naval services of seven African nations. She took command of USS Rushmore (LSD 47) on March 12, 1999, becoming the first African-American woman to command a ship in the U.S. Navy. Howard was the commander of Amphibious Squadron 7 from May 2004 to September 2005. Deploying with Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 5,operations included tsunami relief efforts in Indonesia and maritime security operations in the North Arabian Gulf. She commanded ESG-2 from April 2009 to July 2010. In 2009, she deployed to CENTCOM theater, where she commanded Task Force 151, Multi-national Counter-piracy effort, and Task Force 51, Expeditionary Forces. In 2010, she was the Maritime Task Force commander for BALTOPS, under 6th Fleet. She was the 2011 USO Military Woman of the Year, and the 2013 NAACP Chairman’s Image Award recipient.
CVW-5 commander captures historic milestone BY MC1 TREVOR WELSH Commander, Task Force 70 Public Affairs SOUTH CHINA SEA (NNS) — As the sun set over waters south of China, the commander of the U.S. Navy’s forwarddeployed air wing was on approach to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), about to join a club of distinguished and experienced naval aviators who have achieved the career milestone of 1,000 arrested landings, or “traps.” Capt. William Koyama, commander, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, flying an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the “Dambusters” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195, caught the number two arresting wire on George Washington’s flight deck June 14 at approximately 6:48 p.m. “This is a great honor and privilege,” said Koyama “I was lucky in that I
stayed in the cockpit for most of my career, and that is unusual today because of the other career development demands on aviators.” After making the successful landing, Koyama was joined by Sailors assigned to CVW-5’s squadrons and George Washington in VFA-195’s ready room to share celebratory cake and reflect on his accomplishment. He also took time to thank members of the arresting gear maintenance crew, without them those traps would not be possible. “It was important to get the arresting gear folks in the ready room for cake,” Koyama said.“If it were possible, though, I’d have had catapult crews, [aircraft launch and recovery equipment], reactor, etc., in there. The point is that without all of them, I would have been able to fly exactly zero traps. I get
— See Koyama page 5
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Chaplain’s Corner
Triumphant spring or triumphant opposition?
BY LT. JOHN GIBSON CVW-1 Chaplain Roughly 25 years and one month ago, the People’s Republic of China was in an upheaval. Bitter political divisions eventually led to protests and other demonstrations, orchestrated mostly by students, in a place called Tiananmen Square. The aftermath was not pleasant as the military, after being ordered into the
square to enforce martial law, eventually opened fire on the students and killed over 200 of them. Among the iconic (sometimes graphic) images that resulted from that fateful June 4th day is one of a lone student positioning himself directly in front of an armored column of Chinese tanks as they made their way into the square. As the tanks advanced, the student remarkably did not budge and in the video footage capturing the event, seems to actually be ordering the tanks to reverse course and leave the area. I cannot help but wonder as I reflect on this historical event, “What gave this lone young man the courage and fortitude to put himself in such a position? What was
it about him that seemingly caused him to disregard the imminent danger that his life was put in during circumstances such as those? Is he really just that “daredevil,” as we like to say? Perhaps the answer to that question lies more in the fact that we are created by, and bear the image of, a God who, himself, once put his own earthly well-being at risk for us by allowing himself to be crucified for our sins and transgressions. Perhaps the answer to that question lies in the fact that our nature, corrupted as it is by our own sin, still bears the grace of God that allows us to do heroic things in the face of unspeakable evil. “Tank Man” (as he is known, since his true identity is not fully confirmed),
Like a trampled spring or a polluted well is a man who gives way before the wicked.” -Proverbs 25:26
Miep Gies (who helped Anne Frank’s family hide in Holland during the rise of Hitler’s Third Reich), and dozens of other heroic figures dot the landscape of our human history. Many of them were not overly talented or gifted individuals. Usually, they had only two things in common: They saw evil acts being perpetrated against their fellow man, and secondly, they refused to give way before the wicked and allow it to keep happening. Scripture is clear that we are to stand up to those who seek to harm others, lest we too become corrupted or “polluted” by their evil nature ourselves. This opposition does not necessarily have to involve violence. Martin Luther King, Jr. is celebrated not only for
his profound contributions to history, but for changing history without lifting a closed fist to those who opposed him. Oftentimes, a nonviolent response is the most effective one. Other times it is not. Individual circumstances will dictate the approach we are to take in combating evil, but combat it we must, regardless of our method. I believe this can be accomplished via the following three ways: Live with your eyes open. Know what is going on around you; in your community, in your country, in your world. Keep your moral code sharp. This will enable you to not only see the events that are going on around you, but will inform you as to how you should view them, as well as respond to
them. If you are a religious person, rely on your faith, tradition and resources to inform your spirit as you observe the world around you. Look for ways to effectively and (if possible) nonviolently stop what is hurtful or harmful to others.This can come either by way of getting involved with a likeminded group or by finding individual initiatives and efforts that you can utilize in order to help. As we have celebrated another annual observance of our independence as a nation, let us remember that the spirit of opposition to those that would oppress and harm is still alive and well in each one of us. May we always be ready to do what is right, even if it means putting our lives in harm’s way.
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PROMOTION AT CSFWL Lt. Cmdr. Melissa Barnes has a little assistance from two of her nieces Mia, 3, and Mayson Ritchie, 5, in pinning on her new rank July 1. Barnes, from Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic, was promoted by Commander Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic Capt. Mark Weisgerber, in front of a large crowd of family, friends and shipmates, including her father, Dale Barnes, who travelled from Georgia, and retired Capt. Brian Boene, the air boss on USS Enterprise (CVN 65), when she was a junior Sailor. Barnes enlisted in the Navy as undesignated in 1992 at her dad’s suggestion. As a chief yeoman, she was commissioned in 2004. Barnes is scheduled to transfer in February to become the officer in charge of PSD at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. Photo by MCSN Kayla King
From Here to Eternity 5K Run/Walk The 5th annual From Here to Eternity 5K Run/ Walk at Elmwood and West Point cemeteries will be Oct. 18. Volunteers are needed to serve on the planning and logistics committee for the unique event.This year, the run will be held at twilight and feature many additions. All event proceeds benefit the Norfolk Society for Cemetery Conservation. No experience necessary. For more information, call 510-5879 or email cemeteries@norfolk.gov.
Compassionate Care Hospice Compassionate Care Hospice in Chesapeake is seeking active duty military personal to join their hospice team to honor and celebrate veterans who are in hospice care, and their families. Compassionate Care Hospice is in partnership with We Honor Our Veterans. For more information, contact Clara Ravenell at 604-2935.
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Photo by MC1 Trevor Welsh Capt. William Koyama, commander of CVW-5, debarks an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Dambusters of VFA-195 after making his 1,000th career arrested landing on the flight deck of USS George Washington (CVN 73) June 14.
Koyama: CAG makes 1,000th trap — Continued from page 3 the credit for sitting in the ejection seat, but each of them contributes to making the ship-air wing team function.” Koyama, a native of Oregon, received his naval aviator wings December 1990. He made his first trap aboard USS Lexington (AVT 16). His tours at Naval Air Station Oceana included serving as VFA-83’s executive officer and commanding VFA-143, transitioning the “Pukin Dogs” to the F/A-18E Super Hornet. He was also previously assigned to CVW-5 in 2000 as a department head for the“Golden Dragons”of VFA-192 embarked aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, as well as the CVW-5 deputy commander in 2011 before assuming command Dec. 13, 2013. “There is no doubt in my mind that this is the best job in the world for a ‘Tailhook’ naval aviator,”said Koyama.“After serving in tours based on the West Coast, the East Coast and Japan, when I screened for [air wing commander], I immediately requested to return to CVW-5. We are embarked more than any other air wing averaged over three years, and when we are ashore, I get to continue to work with and learn from all of our aircraft types, not just the strike fighters. Put another way, as [air wing commander] in Japan, you get your whole train set 24/7/365 of your entire three year tour, and you stay busy with them.”
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The “Rampagers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 83 joined Naval Special Warfare Group (NSWG) 2 for a spring detachment to northern Michigan from May 17 - 31. The squadron sent several aircraft and personnel to Alpena, Mich. to support Close Air Support (CAS) training for the Navy’s elite special operations forces’ Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTAC). For the following two weeks, the “Rams” provided the special operators with critical training by serving as an on-call airborne attack platform and in turn, improved its own operational readiness, executing attacks implementing numerous tactics and weapons. An unlikely location to find a blue water deploying Navy squadron, Alpena is the home of the Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center (CRTC), typically used to service multiple Air National Guard units through their combat training evolutions. The Grayling Air Gunnery Range is just 40 miles west of the airfield and offers open uncongested airspace in all directions. “The air space and ranges in Alpena allow us to train to a level of efficiency and effectiveness not normally achievable. It’s a strike pilot’s dream,” said Detachment Officer In Charge Lt. Greg Linderman.
The Rams employed a considerable inventory of live and training ordinance on the Grayling range, pushing the maintenance teams and aircrew to operate at the peak of their abilities. With little time between one landing and the next takeoff ,and each flight requiring different ordinance and aircraft configurations, the Rampager ordinance team was given a rare opportunity to execute at such a high operational tempo.The careful preparation and loading of each bomb led to successful missions being flown and releasing six 500-pound laser guided bombs (GBU-12), 41 500-pound general purpose bombs (BLU-111), and over 9,000 20mm ballistic rounds with interspersed tracer rounds. “The Rampager team executed their tradecraft brilliantly during the last two weeks. Having the chance to exercise mission sets critical to the success of the conflicts we are currently facing with live ordinance, is an opportunity that our aircrew and maintenance professionals have definitely made the most of,” said Executive Officer Cmdr. Nathan Ballou. Continuing their development as a squadron this summer, VFA-83 will detach to Naval Air Station Key West andTyndall Air Force Base, both in Florida, and is actively pursuing other unique joint training opportunities.
A-OK REWARDS PROGRAM Charles Paul Martin was awarded $2,500 in the Navy Exchange Service Command’s AOK’s Student Reward Program at the Oceana NEX June 25. Martin is a graduate of Oceana Lakes High School in Virginia Beach and won the top for the first quarter, 2013-2014 school year. He will attend Virginia Tech in the fall. He is pictured with his parents, Capt. Paul Martin, stationed at U.S. Fleet Forces Command and Gwynne Martin, along with Oceana NEX General Manager Melissa Dodson-Dozier. Photo by Leslie Teal
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Cruise: Guests spend day with Harry S.Truman Sailors — Continued from page 1 four-plane formation fly-over. The squadrons that participated in the air power demonstration were the “Dusty Dogs” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 7, “Swordsmen” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32,“Ragin’ Bulls” of VFA-37, “Gunslingers” of VFA105, and “Seahawks” of Airborne Early Warning Squadron 126. Ronald King, a guest for the day, said the demonstrations were incredible and more than he thought he would get to see. “I thought we were just coming aboard to view the ship,” said King. “This day is something my son, daughter and I will never forget. It’s great that the Navy set this up for us.” Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) provided entertainment in the hangar bay including a magician, disc jockey, karaoke and live music provided by “The Deloreans.” “It was really awesome to see our Sailors out and about with their family members enjoying themselves and the entertainment,” said Jenny Snyder, Truman’s MWR representative. “You
It was a once-in-alifetime event for most who attended and certainly a very special event for our Sailors who were able to have their family members and guests join them for a fun day at sea,” — USS Harry S. Truman Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Roth can see the pride that they have in the Navy and in their jobs. I think it was very rewarding for the Sailors and their families.” Embarked guests who were former service members also had a chance to reconnect with their military pasts and take pride in
Photo by MCSN Kayla King Inflatables were set up in the ship’s hangar bay to provide fun activities throughout the day for Truman’s guests. Other activities included an air power demonstration, live music, karaoke and a magician.
Photo by MC3 Karl Anderson AG2 Brian Belliotti helps a guest look through the ship’s binoculars during the event. USS Harry S. Truman hosted approximately 2,500 friends and family members for the day-long cruise in the Atlantic Ocean, June 27.
the fact their children were carrying on their legacy. “Being prior military, I miss the camaraderie and family atmosphere of the military,” said Truman guest Daniel Franklin. “I’m very proud my daughter is in the military. It has been a good experience for her and I can see how she’s matured and become disciplined.” Prospective service members got a chance to experience what a potential career in the military could offer. “This was a really great experience. I thought about joining the Navy and now that I’m out here, I see that it’s something I could definitely do,” said Amanda Franklin, also a guest on the cruise. Roth said he was thrilled the command was able to host the friends and family members who supported the crew during Truman’s recent nine month deployment. “The Friends and Family Day was a way for us to say ‘thank you’ to all those who supported us over the past year and especially
Photo by MC3 John Harris AD2 Taran Krenzxavier leads a tour of the jet shop during the Friends and Family Day cruise aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).
during our recent deployment to the Middle East,” said Roth.“Navy families endure lengthy separations, that’s understood. Our families have great strength and character to carry on and even thrive in our absence. The pride of this crew was ‘through the roof’ as I watched them show their moms, dads, wives, husbands, sisters and
brothers exactly what we do when deployed. I think the degree of skill and hard work, and the importance of operating this warship overseas was made quite clear to our visitors during this Friends and Family Day, and there wasn’t a single person who participated who didn’t leave this ship absolutely inspired and proud.”
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New school directory guides parents of special-needs kids BY TERRI MOON CRONK DoD News, Defense Media Activity WASHINGTON —A permanentchange-of-station move prompts its own challenges, but family members with special-needs children face another complexity when looking for the right schools at their new home, a Defense Department official said July 2. Ed Tyner, acting deputy director of DoD’s special needs program, told DoD News that service members and their families can find a comprehensive tool in the newly updated Education Directory for Children with Special Needs, which addresses opportu-
The directory comprises two components: one on early intervention for children up to age 2, and another for school-aged children and young adults up to age 22, and both provide a substannities in all 50 states and the Dis- the new directory includes “the tive guide of tools and resources trict of Columbia. whole gamut,” from speech and to make education transitions Available on the Military One- language to learning disabilities easier during a PCS move. While the directory on Military Source website, the directory to physical impairments, he said. The new directory, Tyner said, OneSource neither compares nor gives parents guidance to make rates schools, it will walk family informed decisions on new is “much more comprehensive.” Tyner noted that the directory members through school districts school districts, programs and seris an education resource that’s near the new installation and lists vices for special-needs children. “DoD is supportive of all fami- also useful to families without what schools offer for specialneeds education opportunities lies with special needs,” Tyner special-needs children. Navigational tools provide fam- and services, as well as enrollemphasized. The directory has been avail- ily members with tips on tran- ment numbers,Tyner explained. “Contacts are listed so family able for about four years. It ini- sitioning between schools by tially covered 15 states with the providing questions to ask and members know who to call for more information,” he said. largest military populations and offering forms to download. Other tools in the directory “It’s organized in a way that certain special needs, such as autism, intellectual deficits and be- makes it very [user-friendly].The include a checklist to give family feedback we’ve gotten from fami- members questions to ask at the havioral concerns,Tyner said. new school and tips for organizIn addition to those needs, lies has been great,”Tyner said.
ing school records and other advice to help in the transition. A common theme is that families look for special-needs education opportunities that are comparable to the school resources from which they’re moving,Tyner said. Laws ensure that specialneeds education must provide comparable services, he added. “Parents need to be sure the individualized needs, goals and objectives for their child are being met,” he said, even though the new school might be organized differently. The directory has been designed to help parents make better decisions,and it gives them information and tools as they work with their family members’ special needs,” Tyner said. “It shows the commitment by DoD to really put resources where they need to be for these families.”
NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Kit Chope welcomes the growing crowd at the Dam Neck Beach Blast June 19. The family festivals are organized by the Oceana MWR for military, DoD civilians, retirees and their families. Admission and activities are free with food available at an affordable cost. Another family event is planned at Oceana in August.
DAM NECK BEACH BLAST Stuart Willmore, 8, putts for a prize, while Aeropines Golf assistant Nina Toole helps both him and his brother, Sammi, 3, line up the putts. Watching is their mom, Layla (holding blue bucket). Other family events included a roving magician, a balloon artist, pony rides and a hay ride. Photos by Kelley Stirling
Keira Cross,6, looks back at the crowd as she climbs the rock wall at the Dam Neck Beach Blast. Keira is the daughter of ET3 Blake Cross from Chambers Field GEMD Air Operations at Naval Station Norfolk.
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Air Show: Oceana offers best of military, civilian performers — Continued from page 1 hold an air show.We were furloughing our civilian employees; we were cutting ourselves to the quick with the budget constraints. I understand but it was certainly disappointing for everybody,” said Chope about the cancellation of the Navy’s 2013 shows. Last year’s cancellation
It is a very unique opportunity to reach the American public in a way that very few other opportunities allow. It is the ‘bang for the buck’ that is extraordinary … to allow the American public to see who we are and what we do is important,” — NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Kit Chope
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was only the second in the Oceana show’s history; the first was in the wake of Sept. 11, 2001. Each year, the Oceana Air Show is themed, with past years honoring the Centennial of Naval Aviation, War of 1812 and the Star Spangled Banner, Blue Angels’ anniversary and supporting breast cancer awareness.“This year, we’re going to honor our Navy wounded warriors and the Safe Harbor Program, which cares for those brave service members and their families,” said Chope. “With a show as popular as the air show, what better way to help the program than to get their logo and their mission in front of 250,000 people and the media?” asked Air Show Director Richard “Corky” Erie. Navy Wounded Warrior-Safe Harbor (NWW-SH) coordinates the non-medical care of seriously wounded, seriously ill and injured Sailors and Coast Guardsmen, and provides resources and support to their families. “This is an opportunity to give back to some folks who have either sacrificed or are bearing an extraordinary burden,” explained Chope, adding, “it comes at a great time, as we’ve just held the Navy Wounded Warrior Trials here [in Hampton Roads]. It’s a wonderful opportunity to raise awareness and give something to these Sailors and family.” Based on the 2012 show that followed a year of bad weather which curtailed much of the flying and attendance, Erie and Chope expects attendance to top the record of nearly 250,000. However, Chope noted “weather has a final vote.” “Having taken a year off, I expect that number to be greatly increased.This is only one of the places in the center part of the Mid-Atlantic Region where you can see the Blue Angels flying. I think we have all the right draws and we have every indicator that this will be a great show,” said Chope. The closest locations to see the Blue Angels in 2014 are Baltimore, Md. or near Pittsburgh, Pa. With a year off, a new air show instruction, significant turnover of Oceana military and civilians in key areas, Erie said producing this year’s show presents some challenges, which also includes a tight budget and controlling costs. Starting from the ground up in many areas, Erie views the challenges as an opportunity to make the 2014 show “better, faster, stronger,” than past years. Also until just several weeks ago, Erie said no Navy performances, outside of the Blue Angels, was authorized. But within the past month, Erie said the performances of Oceana-based aviators, including the tactical demonstration team from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106, has been authorized to participate in the show. As the East Coast Master Jet Base, Oceana is home to the Navy’s F/A-18 squadrons, whose aviators need to maintain proficiency with their skills.Those who perform at the air show will demonstrate many of the very fleet maneuvers used for combat flying. As part of controlling costs, Erie began by building the performer base, selecting “folks who do more than one thing,” such as pilot Greg Shelton who will fly solo and then again with wing walker Ashley Battles.
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The Blue Angels make a pass around the Oceana Air Operations Tower during the 2012 NAS Oceana Air Show. The show will be returning to Oceana Sept. 20 - 21 and feature the Blue Angels.
Kent Pietsch will bring his 1950s-era Cessna with three different performances for the Oceana crowd.After a couple of year’s hiatus, the Shockwave Jet Truck will again race across the Oceana flightline twice a day. “Since the show is so highly regarded in the industry, we typically attract some of the best in the business … they’re just hard working folks who want to do the best for the public,” said Erie, adding “They’re all different and exciting.” Another way of controlling costs means not hosting the Friday night Twilight Show this year. But Erie is optimistic about bringing it back in future years. A full dress rehearsal, with all performers flying will take place during the day on Friday, open to only military members, families and DoD civilians, as well as special needs and student groups. There will also be an opportunity to meet the Blue Angels during the Beach Blast on Saturday night at the Virginia Beach oceanfront at the 31st Street Park “It’s the one opportunity to take the show out to the public,” said Erie about the free family event, which typically includes a jump team and live music.
For more information For a complete list of NAS Oceana Air Show performers and information about the show, visit www.oceanaairshow. com. This site will be updated as new information becomes available, so check back frequently.
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WORKSHOPS Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is located in building 531. It offers a variety of programs and workshops to assist active duty and their families. Registration is required for most programs. Call FFSC at 433-2912 for more information or registration, unless otherwise noted or register online at www.cnic.navy.mil/navylifema.
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER POC TRAINING JULY 11, 8:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. This training provides information that enables the point of contact (POC) to assist members in their commands. Any newly designated EFMP POC in Hampton Roads should attend.
SAPR VICTIM ADVOCATE BASIC TRAINING JULY 14 - 18, 8 A.M. - 4 P.M. This basic training prepares command SAPR personnel to coordinate training for the crew, fulfill reporting requirements, assist victims and manage the advocate program. Command-appointed SAPR POCs, data collection coordinators, and command approved SAPR advocates should plan to attend.
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JULY 14 - 18, 7:30 A.M. - 4 P.M. This seminar serves as a foundation for those selected by their command to serve as a command financial specialist (CFS). The training covers topics including spending plans, budgets, managing credit, savings and investments and retirement planning. Participants must be E-6 or above, in good financial standing and have at least one year remaining at their command.
EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING JULY 15, 9 A.M. - NOON
Learn how to translate military terminology and market your skills, knowledge, accomplishments and experiences with an impressive resume.
ENHANCING STEPFAMILIES JULY 15, 4:30 - 7 P.M.
Discuss the myths of stepfamily living, the different roles a stepparent may assume, the stages a stepfamily goes through as they develop and tips for handling discipline.
PARENTING IN A MILITARY FAMILY JULY 16 & 17, 9 - 11:30 A.M. Explore what it means to discipline children and the ways it can be accomplished most effectively.It includes strategies for encouraging children to behave appropriately, communicating in ways that really work and increasing cooperation.
OVERSEAS TRANSFER WORKSHOP JULY 16, 9 A.M. - 4 P.M.
This workshop is a great way to prepare yourself and your family for transferring overseas. Information will be provided on household goods and auto shipment, financial planning, travel arrangements, passports, personal security and culture shock. Open to all active duty and family members, 12 years and older.
VA DISABILITY BENEFITS REVIEW JULY 17, 7:30 A.M. - 4 P.M. Learn how to review service medical records and identify medical conditions that may lead to a compensable disability rating with the Veterans Affairs (VA), request vocational rehabilitation benefits and training and complete a VA application. Service members must be within 75 days to six months of separation to attend. Participants should bring their medical records and copies and if applicable, copies of marriage certificate, children’s birth certificates, family members’ social security numbers and divorce decree or death certificate.
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Chalk the Walk takes over the Virginia Beach Boardwalk as hundreds of artists and “wanna-be artists� gather to turn the boardwalk into an impromptu canvas of color. Artist registration will be on the boardwalk at 17th Street, and art will be displayed for two blocks between 15th and 17th Streets. At Chalk the Walk, participants draw 4 by 4 foot chalk drawings. This year’s theme is “Superhero Superstars.� All participants are encouraged to incorporate the theme in their work. Two hundred competitors will complete chalk drawings to be evaluated by a panel of judges. Judges will score the drawings according to criteria, such as composition, use of color, adherence to theme and creativity. There will be three competitive divisions: amateur, professional and youth. Youth division will be for ages 12-16. Children 11 and under will draw for fun in a separate area. Trophies and cash prizes will be awarded for each division. Winners will be announced at 4:30 p.m. at the registration tent. All participants must register by 1 p.m. to qualify for the competition. All drawings must be completed by 3:30 p.m. to be eligible for prizes. Advance registration is not required. There is no fee to participate, but it is recommended artists bring their own chalk. For more information, visit www. BeachStreetUSA.com or call 491-SUNN (7866).
PARKS & REC MONTH THROUGH JULY July is Parks & Recreation Month and Virginia Beach has several events taking place throughout the month to celebrate their patrons.
Summer movie night series: ‘Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory’ Enjoy a movie under the stars at Mount
Trashmore Park July 18, 7 - 10 p.m. Bring blankets and beach chairs to watch the big screen. Concessions will be available for purchase.Activities start at 7 p.m. and the movie will play at sunset. This event is free.
Movie in the pool: ‘Nut Job’ Enjoy a special feature while oating in the pool at Princess Anne Recreation Center, July 18, 6 - 8 p.m. Membership or day pass needed, no additional cost.
Beach party on the sprayground Get soaked and have a blast at the new sprayground at the Williams Farm Recreation Center July 19, 2 - 4 p.m. with contests, games and plenty of fun. Membership or day pass needed, no additional cost.
Float-a-rama It’s a day of huge, fun oats that are so big the pool is devoted just to them at the Princess Anne Recreation Center July 20, 1 - 4 p.m. Enjoy Claw Daddy, Splat!, Sky Totter or Space Mountain. Membership or day pass needed, no additional cost.
Two-for-Tuesdays at all Virginia Beach recreation centers Are you a Virginia Beach Recreation Center member? Each Tuesday in July, members can bring one guest for free. Bring a guest to the front desk of the recreation center and they’ll be issued a oneday pass.
Canoe/kayak rentals at Munden Point Park: rent one hour, get one hour free All month long, a rent one, get one deal on canoes and kayaks is being offered. Pay for an hour rental ($10) and get a second hour for free.
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BEWARE OF PIRATES JULY 12, 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. It’s a pirate’s life at the Hampton History Museum’s free 2nd Saturday Family Event “Beware of Pirates!” Through fun and creative experiences, young scallywags will learn more about the lives of pirates who roamed off the coast of Virginia, including the infamous Blackbeard. Children will be challenged with activities such as knot tying and navigating to discover if they have the skills to be a seafarer. Other fun includes singing buccaneer songs, digging for buried treasure, making a spyglass, and creating an original pi-
rate flag to take home. Family activities are free of charge and take place in the museum’s Great Hall and courtyard; admission to the museum galleries is a $3 per person reduced rate on 2nd Saturdays. Afterwards, families can enjoy all there is to see and do at the 2nd Saturday ArtsWalk in downtown Hampton and Phoebus. The Hampton History Museum is located at 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton. Free parking in the garage across the street. For more information, call 727-1610, or visit www.hamptonhistorymuseum.org, or follow the museum on Facebook and Twitter @HamptonHistoryM.
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FITNESS FAMILY FITNESS QUEST Oceana’s Hornet’s Nest Fitness Center is hosting a free Family Fitness Quest July 7 through Aug. 29. In the eight-week fitness program, families will chart a course to a more healthy lifestyle by completing two workouts per week, planning and cooking one healthy meal each week, and participating in bi-weekly health and wellness testing. For more information, call 433-3928.
LADIES GOLF CLINIC The clinic will be conducted at Aeropines Golf Club July 19 and 20, 9 - 10 a.m. All you need is you and your clubs. If you don’t have clubs, they will be provided for you. Sign up by phone 433-2866 or e-mail at rclark@ mwrma.com.
YOUTH FALL SOCCER LEAGUE Registration for the youth soccer league will continue through Aug. 8. Active duty, retirees and DoD youth are eligible. The season runs September to November.Age groups are 5 - 6, 7 - 9, 10 - 12 and 13 - 15 (dependant on minimum registrations). Cost is $50 per child; birth certificate is required at registration. Adult volunteer coaches are needed. For details, call 433 -3976 or e-mail oceana.midway.sports@ gmail.com.
FLAG FOOTBALL Oceana’s Child and Youth Programs are hosting a Fall Flag Football league for ages 5 12. Cost is $40, includes eight weeks of play, a uniform and a trophy. Registration began July 7, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and games will be Saturdays at Midway Manor Youth Center Field. Volunteer coaches are needed. Call 444-1007 for more details or to sign up.
RED HEAD PIN DAY Freedom Lanes and Seaside Lanes is hosting a Red Head Pin Day. Strike on the virtual red head pin and win one free game of bowling.Takes place every Wednesday at Freedom Lanes, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., and every Tuesday at Seaside Lanes, 10: 30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Free game coupons are good for 60 days and may not be used during Cosmic Bowling. Bowlers may win up to three games per game. Not valid for same day use.Call Freedom Lanes at 4332167 for details or Seaside Lanes at 492-6341.
Aug. 2 - 3, at Oceana’s Aeropines Golf Club. This event is open to all amateur golfers, military and civilians. Entry deadline is July 27. Team entry fee is $180 which includes two rounds of golf with golf cart plus lunch and beverages both days. Soft spikes only. Call the pro shop at 433-2866 for more information.
Navy Wounded Warrior - Safe Harbor announces Team Navy roster BY PATTY BABB Navy Wounded Warrior - Safe Harbor WASHINGTON (NNS) — Forty seriously wounded, ill and injured Navy athletes have been chosen to represent Team Navy at the 2014 Warrior Games this fall. The athletes were evaluated during the Wounded Warrior Team Navy Trials, which took place May 31 through June 7 in Norfolk.During the event,65Team Navy hopefuls faced off in the seven sports — archery, cycling, seated volleyball, shooting, swimming, track and field, and wheelchair basketball — that will be contested during the Warrior Games. “At the trials,we saw our largest turnout for a Navy adaptive athletics event to date,” said Navy Wounded Warrior (NWW) - Safe Harbor Director Capt. Brent Breining.“This made selection of the final athletes to representTeam Navy very difficult. Our staff took great care during the selection process to put together the strongest possible team, and no decision was made lightly. I offer heartfelt congratulations to the accomplished athletes who made the team, and I look forward to watching them compete. “I encourage all of the athletes who took part in the trials — not only those who made the cut — to remain active and continue training. Sports can have a very powerful impact on their physical and mental well-being and has the potential to accelerate their recovery,” he added. NWW is the Navy and Coast Guard’s wounded warrior support program.All of the athletes who participated in the trials are enrolled in the program, which has provided non-medical care throughout their recoveries. The 2014 Team Navy roster includes a diverse collection of athletes. It brings together service members from around the country, from both the enlisted and officer communities, with incredibly varied backgrounds and skill sets.The team is practicing together for the first time at a training camp July 8-13 at Naval Base Ventura County, California. The 2014 Warrior Games — a Paralympic-like competition among wounded warriors from all branches of military service — will take place Sept. 28 through Oct. 4 in Colorado Springs, Col. Once again, NWW will sponsor Team Navy. The Warrior Games will be preceded by the inaugural INVICTUS Games, an international athletic competition for wounded warriors, hosted by the U.K.’s Prince Harry. NWW will send 22 wounded warrior athletes to London Sept. 10 14 to participate in the event.The Navy’s INVICTUS Games participant list is available in the NWW website. The complete 2014 Team Navy roster is as follows: EM2 Jonathan Adviento, HM3 Angelo Anderson, retired LN1 Shahn-
Photo by MC1 Davis Anderson A representative from Navy Safe Harbor hangs a silver medal on Airman Brett Parks, from Miami, during the closing ceremony of the Wounded Warrior Team Navy Trials June 6. Parks is one of four wounded warriors from the aircraft carrier Precommissioning Unit (PCU) Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) sponsored throughout the week-long trials. The Navy Trials are a precursor to the Warrior Games, an annual athletic competition hosted by the U.S. Olympic Committee that brings together more than 200 wounded warriors from all branches of military service.
az Askins, retired LS2 Patrick Blair, retired HM3 Brian Canich, retired BM1 Jim Castaneda,AE2 Daniel Crossley, CS2 Michael Dacanay, retired AE Steven Davis, MM1 Michael Dayton, NCC Ching Dressel,AM1 John Dusseau,retired Lt.John Edmonston, retired HM2 Jacob Emmott, HM2 Roel Espino, retired HM2 Isaac Francois, retired HM3 Jaime Garza, STG2 Shericka Goza, retired HM3 Nathaniel Hamilton, ABH3 Donald Jackson, retired EOD1 John Kremer, retired HM2 Sonny Lemerande, SN La’Mar Linton, LSC Averill Malone, retired AB2 Stephan Miller, AO3 Kenyactha Myers,AN Brett Parks, retired HM3 Redmond Ramos, retired AT3 Kathleen Ray, EODCS Ryan Reese,YNC Javier Rodriguez Santiago,retired Lt.j.g.Laura Root,retired EM3 Henry Sawyer,retired AT3 Angel Segarra,AN Sadie Strong,AD3 Chris Suter, NC1 Misty Taylor, MA2 Marijka Temple, retired GMC Hector Varela and retired YNC Sharona Young The above roster may change in the future due to unforeseen circumstances. Check the NWW website for any updates. To learn more about NWW, the Warrior Games and adaptive athletics, visit http://safeharbor.navylive.dodlive. mil; call 855-NAVY WWP (628-9997) or email navywoundedwarrior@navy.mil.
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