Jet Observer - July 16, 2015

VOL.54 NO. 21 JULY 16, 2015

SERVING NAVAL AIR STATION OCEANA, DAM NECK ANNEX, AND NALF FENTRESS

2015 Oceana Air Show announced

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BY HEATHER WELCH CNRMA Public Affairs On September 19 and 20, the 2015 Naval Air Station Oceana Air Show will showcase the very best of military and civilian aviation for spectators from around the world who are expected to attend.

This year, NAS Oceana is proud to honor the service, valor and sacrifice of our Vietnam Veterans and to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. By bringing more awareness to this anniversary during the 2015 Air Show, NAS Oceana and the public will have an opportunity to thank and honor our Vietnam Veterans, including personnel who were held as prisoners of war or listed as missing in action.

The NAS Oceana Air Show has a reputation for drawing the very best performers. The 2015 show will feature the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels. In addition, crowds will enjoy performances by the GEICO Skytypers, A-4 Skyhawk, Shockwave Jet Truck, and many more civilian aviation demonstrations and U.S. Navy air power.

The NAS Oceana Air Show, which was named the 2012 “Blue Angel Air Show of the Year” and the 2014 “Dick Schram Memorial Community Relations Award Winner,” has been a signature annual event in Virginia Beach for more than 50 years.

The Air Show’s main event occurs on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19 – 20, with gates opening at 8 a.m., flying beginning at 10 a.m. and the Blue Angels performance at 3 p.m. Unique to

— See Air Show, page 5

CNO VISITS OCEANA FOR ALL-HANDS CALL —Page 3

BLUE ANGELS ANNOUNCE 2016 TEAM MEMBERS —Page 6 Photo by MC2 Tony Rosa Samantha Blackwell, NAS Oceana’a Navy Gold Star Program coordinator, briefs Sailors on what the program is and who it’s for at Fleet and Family Services Center Dam Neck July 15.

NAVY GOLD STAR PROGRAM COMES TO OCEANA

BY CARRIE ANDERSON Jet Observer The unthinkable happens all the time. Sailors lose their lives on active duty, leaving their family members to pick up the pieces, grieve and try to move on. Although they may not know it, they are not alone. The Navy has started the Gold Star Program to provide long-term support to surviving families of Sailors who pass while on active duty.

Launched last year, the Navy Gold Star (NGS) program provides Gold Star Families, families that have lost a Sailor while on active duty, a level of long-term assistance and support not previously available through the Navy. There are also new NGS region and installation coor-

dinators, who are on hand locally to help coordinate the long-term care needed for surviving family members.

“I’m very proud of the steps we’re taking to embrace our Gold Star Family Program,” said NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt.

Louis Schager. “I think it’s a long time coming and Oceana’s excited to include the Gold Star Program into our Naval Air Station Oceana Air Show this Fall.”

Samantha Blackwell, a tall woman with a flower perpetually pinned in her hair and a ready hug for everyone she meets, is the Gold Star coordinator on Oceana. Working out of Fleet and Family Services, she is responsible for

— See Gold Star, page 8

OCEANA CHAPEL HOSTS VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL —Page 8

NAS OCEANA AUTO TENT SALE The auto tent sale will return to the NAS Oceana main gate park July 18 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and July 19 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. New and used cars will be avalable as well as on-site financing.

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BASE BRIEFS BLACKLION BASH Support the Wounded Warrior Project and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation by attending the Blacklion Bash charity event at the NAS Oceana Officers’ Club July 24 from 6 p.m. - midnight.

Come hungry because, for the first time ever, three local food trucks will be providing a gourmet meal for attendees, included in the ticket price.

There will be live music, a silent auction featuring items from local businesses, select complimentary beverages and more.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased on www.blacklionbash.com or military personnel can purchase tickets at the door.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY MEAL Join your “Five-Star Dining Facility” at the NAS Oceana Galley for a special meal in celebration of Christmas in July on July 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This meal will be open to military and civilians. The menu includes

oven roasted turkey, baked spiral ham, sweet potato casserole, cranberry sauce, celebratory cake, pumpkin pie, assorted hard candies, egg nog and much more.

SHOW & SHINE NAS Oceana’s car, truck and bike show & shine July 25 is postponed until further notice.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS SEMINAR Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is hosting a retirement benefits seminar Aug. 26, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Topics include: Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), retirement planning, Virginia veteran services and Delta Dental, GI Bill eligibility and transferring, Tricare Prime or standard, financial strategies, relocation and dressing for success. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend. Call 433-2912 for more information.

BUDGET FOR BABY WORKSHOP The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society is

Navy calls for applicants for education programs From the Office of the Chief of Information WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Navy released a Call for Applications July 9 for the Academic Year 2016-2017 Federal Executive Fellowship (FEF) and the Politico-Military Master's (PMM) programs with applications due

by August 28.

The FEF program provides fourteen lieutenant commanders, commanders or captains an opportunity to improve their understanding of the national security decision-making process through a one-year assignment at world-class, non-profit research organizations such as the Brookings Institution or leading academic institutions such

as Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government.

The PMM program provides eight lieutenants, lieutenant commanders, or commanders a one-year graduate education in strategy and politico-military affairs at leading universities in the United States.

The education programs are key elements of the education portion of the Navy's Strategic Enterprise, which aims to develop and foster the Navy's 21st Century strategists. Graduates of these programs could serve in a number of critical positions re-

CHAPEL SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana Protestant Bible Study - 9 a.m.

Protestant Worship (main chapel) - 10:40 a.m.

Children’s Bible Study - 10:40 a.m.

Confession and priest’s hours - Wed. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Catholic Sun. Mass - 9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.

Protestant Bible Study - Wed. 6 p.m.

a non-profit organization which provides financial assistance and education, as well as other programs and services, to members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, their eligible family members, widows and survivors.

Every second and fourth Wednesday, and first Saturday of the month, NMCRS offers “Budget for Baby,” a course for expecting parents. The workshop includes strategies for making good financial decisions; information about benefits, pay entitlements and tax implications of parenthood; where to find local resources and programs that also provide assistance for families with newborns; and how to schedule an appointment for free personalized family financial counseling to help adjust to increased costs of a new family member.

Every participant also gets a “Junior Sea Bag” filled with gifts and a baby blanket made by a Society volunteer.

To register for the class at NAS Oceana, call 433-3383.

lated to strategy and policy, national security decision-making, and international engagement billets.

A selection board for the programs is scheduled for October.

Primary and alternate selections will be announced in December, and selected officers will begin their fellowships or graduate education programs as early as next July.

For more on the PMM program visit www.npc.navy.mil/bupersnpc/reference/messages/Documents/NAVADMINS/NAV2015/ NAV15152.txt.

Read the Chaplain’s Corner on page 4

Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 Contemporary Protestant Worship Sun., 9 a.m.

Adult & Children’s Bible Study Sun., 10:30 a.m.

Confession Sat., 4:15 - 4:45 p.m.

Catholic Mass Sat., 5 p.m.

Interfaith Coffee House - Wed., 6 p.m.

Naval Station Norfolk Jewish Services - Fri. - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 Islamic Services - Fri. - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (building C-7)

Call the Chaplains NAS Oceana at 433-2871 CVW-1 at 433-3676 CVW-7 at 433-7712 CVW-8 at 433-2337 CVW-3 at 433-2096 FRC Oceana at 433-5933

July 16, 2015 • JET OBSERVER 3 Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert speaks to Sailors at an all-hands call at the NAS Oceana Aerotheater June 30. Greenert opened the floor for questions and discussed topics ranging from new uniforms to maternity and paternity leave.

SECNAV announces new maternity leave policy From the Office of the Chief of Information WASHINGTON (NNS) — Secretary Ray Mabus triples maternity leave: 18 weeks for women in the Navy and Marine Corps.

July 2, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced that effective immediately, women who serve in the Navy and Marine Corps will have 18 weeks of maternity leave available to use during the first year of her child's life.

"In the Navy and the Marine Corps, we are continually looking for ways to recruit and retain the best people," Mabus said. "We have incredibly talented women who want to serve, and they also want to be mothers and have the time to fulfill that important role the right way. We can do that for them. Meaningful maternity leave when it matters most is one of the best ways that we can support the women who serve our county. This flexibility is an investment in our people and our Services, and a safeguard against losing skilled service members."

Department of Defense Instruction 1327.06, Leave and Liberty Procedures for the Department, charges Secretaries of the Military Departments with publishing departmental guidance in accordance with the DoD instruction. Under the section that delegates to the Secretary the ability to designate the level of control for convalescent leave that exceeds 30 days, Secretary Mabus has directed that commanding officers grant additional convalescent leave up to 84 days beyond the cur-

rently authorized 42 days of convalescent leave following the birth of a child.

For families, increased time following the birth of her child has tangible benefits for the physical and psychological health of both mother and child. For the Navy and Marine Corps, there is the likelihood that women will return to and stay in her career, yielding higher readiness and retention for the services.

"When the women in our Navy and Marine Corps answer the call to serve, they are making the difficult choice to be away from their children sometimes for prolonged periods of time - so that they can do the demanding jobs that we ask them to do." Mabus said.

"With increased maternity leave, we can demonstrate the commitment of the Navy and Marine Corps to the women who are committed to serve."

The policy, which is effective immediately, will also apply retroactively to any woman who has been authorized convalescent leave following the birth of a child since Jan. 1, 2015. Under the new policy, commanding officers are required to grant to a woman up to a total of 18 weeks, using a combination of maternity leave and convalescent leave beyond 30 days. A mother does not need to take all of her leave at once; however, she is only entitled to the use of this type of leave within one year of her child's birth.

The Department of the Navy's increase in maternity leave is the latest in a series of personnel initiatives announced by the Secretary of the Navy.

CNO HOLDS ALL-HANDS CALL AT OCEANA STORY/PHOTO BY MC3 KAYLA KING NAS Oceana Public Affairs Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert held an all-hands call at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana June 30.

The CNO answered questions from Sailors, Marines and Department of Defense (DoD) civilians in attendance. Those who could not attend the event at the base theater were encouraged to submit their questions online at www.navy.mil.

The CNO began by addressing naval aviation and the new F-35C Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter that will be making its way to the fleet.

“The Joint Strike Fighter is coming. And our version will be around in about three years. That’s right around the corner, especially if you’re the [commanding officer] of the base and you’re trying to get ready for that. As we turn the corner into the 2020s, the air wing is going to be pretty modern ... pretty effective entity for this master jet base,” said Greenert.

According to Greenert, he, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and Chief of Naval Personnel Vice Adm.

Bill Moran have been collaborating to put together some initiatives to look into better ways to organize, train and equip manning in the future.

Greenert said they would like to empower commanding officers to make decisions on things like the Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA); advancement; Sailors ability to have career intermissions; to take sabbaticals for those that have families; and to do better at co-location.

“It won’t happen overnight because many of the things that we want to do we’ll have to go to Congress and get permission,” said Greenert.

Following his comments, the CNO opened the floor for a question-and-answer session on various topics including new uniforms and new PFA regulations.

Greenert said that the lighter-weight NWU’s, new service dress blues for male and female and new physical training gear will be issued in 2016.

During the all-hands call, he addressed a question about the new spot check physical readiness test regulation that will allow commanding officers to randomly test the physical readiness of their Sailors by doing a mock PRT. According to Greenert, this regulation should be in effect in 2016.

Greenert continued by voicing his opinion on deployments and what the fleet should expect to see in the future.

The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) is currently on a deployment expected to last eight months. USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) was deployed for 10 months.

Greenert’s goal is to limit the duration of USS Harry S. Truman’s (CVN 75) upcoming deployment to seven months.

“That, to me, is sustainable for not only what we are asking you to do and your families, but the ships, the aircraft and to get the maintenance done,” said Greenert.

To watch the full Q & A, visit www.dvidshub.net.

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Soaring past a milestone; CSG-8 Chief of Staff achieves 1,000th trap STORY BY MC3 E.T. MILLER USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Public Affairs ATLANTIC OCEAN — One Sailor entered the history books by completing his 1,000th arrested landing on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 29, becoming only the 371st aviator in history to accomplish this feat.

Photo by MC3 E.T. Miller Sailors congratulate Capt. Keith “Grumpy” Kimberly, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 chief of staff, after landing an F/A-18F Super Hornet on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) June 29. The event marks Kimberly’s 1,000th arrested landing on an aircraft carrier, he is the 371st pilot to achieve this since 1911.

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Capt. Keith “Grumpy” Kimberly, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 chief of staff, accomplished this milestone at 6:37 p.m. flying an F/A-18F Super Hornet, earning his way into an exclusive club of naval aviators.

“The importance and significance of a 1,000th trap achievement is that it’s indicative of a lifetime commitment to naval aviation,” said Rear Adm. Brett “Pops” Batchelder, commander CSG 8. “To get to that number, an aviator has probably done around seven deployments – at a minimum six. That’s many years worth of commitment and I would tell you that to stick around that long and achieve that milestone shows a real aptitude for the profession. Folks that aren’t good at it don’t stick around long enough to have the opportunity. It’s a fairly rare thing.”

Batchelder explained that less than two-tenths of a percent of all naval aviators make it to 1,000 arrestedlandings and it is Kimberly’s dedication to the job that has helped him into this prestigious group. A total of 174,848 pilots have flown in the fixed-wing community since what is recognized historically as the first trap aboard USS Pennsylvania in 1911.

“I didn’t meet Capt. Kimberly until 2008,” said Batchelder.“Thanks to his reputation, I knew of him long before we met. He is a dedicated professional. He is the glue that keeps things together out here in the strike group. He is my link to the warfare commanders, an incredibly talented team builder and has very high professional standards.

U.S. Navy photo by MC3 M. M. Gillan Capt. Keith “Grumpy” Kimberly, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 chief of staff, lands on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) June 29. The event marks Kimberly's 1,000th arrested landing on an aircraft carrier.

In addition to all of those things, he still finds time to fly day and night – in F/A-18s off an aircraft carrier. That is no small feat. His dedication, his professionalism and his aptitude as a trainer set him miles beyond the call of duty.”

Kimberly’s 1,000th trap marks a milestone in an already impressive career, one in which he has been awarded the Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross and Meritorious Service Medal in his 24 years as a naval aviator – and he plans to keep flying.

“Hitting your 1,000th trap is an unbelievable milestone that is impossible without all the men and women in the Navy,” said Kimberly.“It’s the kind of thing you don’t ever think is going to come about, but once in a while, if you stick in there long enough, it’s a fantastic opportunity. I’m just very thankful to have the chance.”

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

In all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your path.”

The “To do” list things they believe they have to do with little time to complete each task on their “to do” lists.There are “to do” lists that are attended to but are not necessarily in line with our purpose, and there are those “to do” lists that are vital to being who God has designed us to be. The frustration sets in when one LT. SHERRI L. GARRETT has taken on responsibilities CSFWL Command Chaplain outside of God’s will.

We know everyone has Many people find them- been given 24 hours each selves stressed, discouraged day to accomplish their tasks: and worn out by all the attending church, taking care

— Proverbs 3:5-6 of family needs, working, going to school, sleeping and more. God has given humankind every hour, minute and second to take care of the things that allow for a healthy lifestyle.Yet we make decisions that overexert our lives with “to do” lists that interfere with joyful living.

There are all sorts of reasons people have mega lists of things to do. Sometimes they are designed to impress others in hope of popularity, a promotion, or giving children all the

things we never had. Meals are skipped, all-nighters are pulled studying for exams, and some work way beyond the call of duty in order to complete tasks on a list created for selfish desires.

I believe if people spent more time with God praying and asking for guidance in their daily routines and followed God’s “to do” list blood pressures would go down, depression would decrease, families would grow closer, friends would be happier and life would

be easier to handle. God has a daily plan for everyone; people just have to learn how to tap into it.

When our trust is placed in God to lead daily tasks, in many ways our lives change for the better. I think trusting in God’s wisdom and purpose for living helps with setting boundaries that will not overwhelm us.

Trying to do things independently from God will result in missing out on the great opportunity to live for God’s glory and expe-

rience living an abundant life according to God’s will.

Proverbs 3:5-6 helps me remember to stay focused on God and the tasks that have been given to me. It reads, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your path.” Placing confidence in God’s “to do” list is sufficient and will satisfy our earthly needs.

Whose “to do” list will you complete?

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VFA-211 AWARDED TOP HOOK SQUADRON

BY LT. GEORGE LYLE VFA-211 Public Affairs VFA-211 Fighting Checkmates from NAS Oceana received several awards June 15 for carrier landing performance by individual pilots and the squadron overall.

The awards were presented underway during Foc’sle Follies, which is a gathering of all the squadrons aboard the ship in which jokes, skits, and awards are presented.

Each landing a pilot makes aboard an aircraft carrier is graded by Landing Signal Officers (LSOs). The Checkmates received the overall Top Hook Squadron Award for the highest average grades among squadron pilots for the line period, or about

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Photo by Lt. j.g. Sam Crouse VFA-211 pilot, Lt. j.g. Jerimy Hartless, lands aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt June 16. The Fighting Checkmates received several awards for carrier landing performance during a squadron gathering while underway.

one third of a deployment.

Four Checkmate pilots were also recognized for their individual performances. Lt. Brian Goss and Lt. Carl Federoff were named among the “Top Five Nuggets,” or the top performing pilots on their first cruise. Cmdr. Michael Nordeen was recognized as one of the top ten performing pilots overall. Finally, Lt. Cmdr. Jerry Humphrey was also named the “Top Hook” pilot for Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1.

“Landing on an aircraft carrier isn’t

an easy feat,” Humphrey said. “The Checkmates executed this challenge safely, professionally and with great precision after flying six and one-half hour combat missions in Support of Operation Inherent Resolve.”

Each VFA-211 pilot receives a coveted Top Hook patch for wear and the squadron will proudly display a Top Hook plaque in its ready room.

VFA-211 is currently deployed aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) with CVW-1 in the Arabian Gulf.

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Air Show: to be held Sept. 19 - 20 — Continued from page 1 the show will be the Navy’s Air Power Demonstration where our local Strike Fighter Squadrons will demonstrate the combat flying tactics being used every day by Navy pilots and aircrew.

On Saturday night, Sept. 19, the annual Beach Blast begins at 6:30 p.m. at the 31st Street Park featuring U.S. Fleet Forces Band Four Star Edition, an F/A-18 Super Hornet flyover, night parachute jumps, and an introduction of the men and women of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.

For more information on the NAS Oceana Air Show, visit www.oceanaairshow.com

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SEPTEMBER 5-6, 2015 Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez Pilots from the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform a maneuver during the 2014 NAS Oceana Air Show Sept. 21.

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BLUE ANGELS ANNOUNCE 2016 TEAM MEMBERS From U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron Public Affairs PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) — The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, announced the officers selected for the 2016 team, July 10.

The squadron selected two F/A-18 demonstration pilots, one C-130 demonstration pilot, a maintenance officer, and a public affairs officer to join a preselected commanding officer on the 2016 team.

Many highly-qualified Navy and Marine Corps officers submit applications to join the Blue Angels each year.

"Selecting team members is always a difficult process, but once again I am confident we have picked the best, most qualified individuals for our team," said Capt. Tom Frosch, the current flight leader and commanding officer for the 2015 team. "The 2016 team members were chosen from an exceptionally competitive talent pool, and we are excited to have them join our team."

The Blue Angels select finalists to interview at the Blue Angels' home base at Naval Air Station

Pensacola, Fla., during the week of the Pensacola Beach Air Show.

The team makes selections at the conclusion of the interview week.

"All of our extremely qualified applicants went through a rigorous screening and interview process," said Lt. Ryan Chamberlain, opposing solo pilot and the applications officer for the 2016 team selection. "The individuals selected are some of the finest Navy and Marine Corps officers in the fleet today, and we look forward to serving with them."

The newly-selected 2016 team members include: F/A-18 Demonstration Pilots: Navy Lt. Lance Benson, 32, of McPherson, Kan., is an F/A-18 Super Hornet pilot currently assigned to "The Eagles" of Training Squadron (VT) 7. He is a 2006 graduate of Kansas State University, Salina, Kan. Navy Lt.Tyler Davies, 33, of Kennesaw, Ga., is an F/A-18 pilot currently assigned to the "Gladiators" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106. He is a 2007 graduate of the University of La Verne, La Verne, Calif.

C-130 Demonstration Pilot:

Advancement profile notifications made easy

BY KATRINA GERGELY Naval Education Training and Personnel Development Technology Center Public Affairs PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) -- The Navy Advancement Center (NAC) announced a new service July 13, allowing Sailors to request to receive profile sheet updates via email.

The move by the Naval Education Training and Personnel Development Technology Center's (NETPDTC) information technology department, is geared toward reaching out to Sailors.

"This is another example of the Navy Advancement

Marine Maj. Mark Montgomery, 36, of Cartersville, Ga., is a KC-130 Aircraft Commander currently assigned to USMC Manpower Management/Officer Assignments. He is a 2001 graduate of the University of Georgia,Athens, Ga. Maintenance Officer: Navy Lt. Samuel Rose, 35, of Whitehouse, Texas, is a maintenance officer currently assigned to the Fleet Readiness Center, Detachment Jacksonville, Fla. He was commissioned through the Limited Duty Officer Program in 2011.

Public Affairs Officer: Navy Lt. Joe Hontz, 37, of Longmont, Colo., is a public affairs officer currently assigned to U.S. Naval Forces Central Command Bahrain. He is a 2006 graduate of the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, Colo.

Pre-selected to join the 2016 team was: Commanding Officer, Flight Leader: Navy Cmdr. Ryan Bernacchi, 42, of Mountain View, Calif.

Expected to return for the 2016 season are: F/A-18 Demonstration Pilots: Navy Lt. Matt Suyderhoud, 32, of Honolulu.

Photo by MC2 Andrea Perez Pilots assigned to the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, render a salute after the team’s first official air show practice demonstration of 2015 at the Naval Air Facility El Centro Air Show March 13. The Blue Angels are scheduled to perform 68 demonstrations at 35 locations across the U.S. in 2015. The Blue Angels will return to the NAS Oceana Air Show Sept. 19 - 20.

Navy Lt. Andrew Talbott, 32, of Sedan, Kan. Navy Lt. Ryan Chamberlain, 30, of Bloomington, Ill. Marine Capt. Jeff Kuss, 31, of Durango, Colo.

Events Coordination Officer: Marine Capt. Corrie Mays, 35, of Marstons Mills, Mass.

Executive Officer: Navy Cmdr. Bob Flynn, 46, of Moorestown, N.J. C-130 Demonstration Pilots: Marine Maj. Mark Hamilton, 37, of Becker, Minn.

Marine Capt. Katie Higgins, 28, of Annapolis, Md. Supply Officer: Navy Lt. Gregory Bollinger, Jr.,

Center's mission to make the advancement system more user-friendly," said NETPDTC's Command Master Chief, Master Chief Electronics Technician James Berhalter Jr. To access this service, Sailors can log onto the Navy Knowledge Online (NKO) home page and select Navy Advancement Center under the Career Management drop-down tab, then click on My Advancement to access the Advancement Profile Sheet link. At the top of the profile sheet, there is a block to enter an email address. Once entered, push the button Register for Email Notification.

Users can also easily opt out of the automatic notifications at any time.

Once registered, candidates will receive an email every time an updated advancement sheet profile is generated due to a change in advancement status. The email directs the candidate to access their account. The ben-

32, of Carbondale, Ill. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country through flight demonstrations and community outreach.

In 2016, the Blue Angels will celebrate their 70th anniversary.

Since 1946, the Blue Angels have performed for more than 484 million fans.

For more information, call the Blue Angels Public Affairs Office at (850) 452-3955. For more news from Navy Blue Angels, visit www. navy.mil/local/blueangels.

efit of signing up for notifications is the time and effort that it saves the Sailor.

"Prior to the email notification service being implemented, Sailors who were frocked had to spend valuable time each month checking NKO to see if their pay status had changed," said Navy Enlisted Advancement Execution Division Head Thomas Updike. "Now an email will be generated for anyone who signs up for the service, doing away with the need to check for that profile sheet notification."

For all of the latest updates and information concerning Navy advancement visit NAC's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Navy-Advancement-Center/213190711299 .

For more news from Naval Education and Training Command, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnet/ or www.facebook.com/NavalEducationAndTrainingCommand.

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NAS Oceana’s chapel hosts annual Vacation Bible School STORY/PHOTO BY MC3 TIMMY DAUGHTON NAS Oceana Public Affairs Naval Air Station Oceana’s Chapel of the Good Shepherd hosted its annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) from July 7 to 11.The bible school is a program that is offered during the summer providing children with an outlet to grow their faith.

VBS was held in the chapel where each child was given a light meal and did arts and crafts, music and dance and wrote about what Jesus meant to them. Approximately 68 children participated with more than 50 volunteers helping with set up and the planned events each evening.

“We want the children to have fun during this week but at the same time become more familiar with Christ. This is a great way for the children to come in and

socialize while learning about God,” said Youth Ministries coordinator, Dam Neck Felecia Millner.

Millner, served in the Army for seven years and has a Master’s Degree in Divinity and an Associates Degree in Social Science.

The children were given something different to do every day they attended while learning their dance routine they performed on the final day.

“The children and the volunteers were very excited to be there. It was a tremendous event that we host every year it is great to see everyone come together,” said Lt. Cmdr. Chris Hester, NAS Oceana command chaplain.

On the final day, all the children who participated in the VBS performed their dance routine they had rehearsed all week. NAS Oceana Executive Officer Capt.

GOLD STAR: Program offers long-term support — Continued from page 1 finding and contacting surviving family members in the area to let them know there’s a program that can help them.

“As a Navy Gold Star coordinator, my typical day is anything but routine. Because the program is new, I spend time building case files and doing case/database management. Also, I may spend a good portion of my day talking to survivors seeking assistance on a range of topics from benefits to Gold Star events. In many instances, these phone calls or visits require research to identify benefits specific to the survivor's circumstances, engaging organizations at the local/state/national level to provide assistance or services to survivors. My day is anything but ‘typical’ and I love it,” says Blackwell.

Part of her job as Gold Star Co-

ordinator is to organize events for surviving family members in the area where they can meet other Gold Star families.

“My most successful event is our most recent event. For May, that would be the Poetry Reading and Children's Story-Time event on at Barnes and Noble Town Center. We were also able to have Gold Star families participate in Warrior Week and the Patriotic Festival through collaborating with USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia,” says Blackwell.

“Because the program is so new, we are continuing to identify creative, innovative ways to connect with and engage our survivors and our military/civilian community. Stay tuned, more events are on the horizon.”

Personnel eligible to participate in the NGS program include the widow, parents and the next of kin. The term "wid-

Children and volunteers learn a dance during the NAS Oceana Chapel of the Good Shepherd’s annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) July 11. The program began July 7 and ended July 11.

Richard Meadows also gave out a gift and took photos with each child.

On July 24, the chapel will be hosting a movie night including pizza for all par-

ow" includes widower ; the term "parents" includes mother, father, stepmother, stepfather, mother through adoption, father through adoption and foster parents who stood in loco parentis; the term "next of kin" only includes children, brothers, sisters, half-brothers and halfsisters; and the term "children" includes stepchildren and children through adoption.

Although the program is less than a year old, it’s still hard for Blackwell to hear from survivors who have been struggling.

“The most difficult part of my job is hearing a survivor state ‘I wish I'd known about you sooner.’

That usually means the survivor has had to walk through some difficult times alone without an advocate, without knowledge specific to survivors, without benefits or entitlements. It means the survivor has endured living without their loved one's presence or any significant recognition/ remembrance of their loss. It also means awareness of and knowledge about the program lacking.

However, the newness of the program means it will take time to

ticipants of VBS. For more information on volunteer opportunities or upcoming events, call the Chapel of the Good Shepherd at 433-2871.

Courtesy photo The Gold Star Lapel Pin, left, is designated for eligible survivors of service members who lost their lives during armed hostilities in which the United States is engaged, dating back to World War I. The Next of Kin Lapel Pin, right, is designated for eligible survivors of service members who lost their lives while serving under circumstances not defined by the Gold Star Lapel Pin.

get NGSP's presence known and the community familiar with it,” said Blackwell.

Blackwell’s goals for the Oceana Gold Star program are tied to surviving family members getting recognition for the sacrifices their families have made.

“I want Oceana to know what the Gold Star and Next of Kin of deceased personnel lapel pins

mean. When the Oceana community sees a Gold Star license plate on a vehicle, they will understand the significance of that plate's meaning. When personnel are accessing the commissary, medical/dental, NEX, and MWR facilities, they will understand the meaning behind that parking space reserved for Gold Star family members,” says Blackwell.

July 16, 2015 • JET OBSERVER 9 Cmdr. Matthew J. Thrasher, left, is presented an award

by Capt. George M. Wikoff during a change of command ceremony July 2 in which Thrasher was relieved by Cmdr.

Andrew P. Mariner as commanding officer of VFA-105.

AWARDS & Honors Photo by MC2 Tony Rosa

NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Louis Schager presented more than 20 civilian personnel who work at Oceana awards for their length of service ranging from 20 to 45 years.

Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez

CWO4 Melissa Putnam presents GSM2 (SW) Brittany Haley a certificate of re-enlistment during administrative department’s morning quarters June 26. Prior to re-enlisting Haley received a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for her work in the Command Career Counselor’s Office during her time at Oceana.

Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Louis Schager presents Ellen Goodloe a letter of appreciation July 10. Goodloe worked at FFSC Oceana for 14 years. She was recently promoted to counseling advocacy programs supervisor at FFSC Portsmouth.

Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Louis Schager presents EM3 Alycia Melton, a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal July 10 for her work in the Emergency Operations Center during her time at Oceana.

Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez From left, NAS Oceana Command Master Chief Eric Clark, Executive Officer Capt. Rich Meadows, Fedrick Jackson, Commanding Officer Capt. Louis Schager and prospective Command Master Chief Richard Haninger smile for a photo as Jackson presents the command with a Outstanding Service for the Oceana Galley who participated in the USO Warrior Week activities.

Cmdr. Thomas R. Winkler, right, is relieved by Cmdr.

Raymond F. Barnes, left, as commanding officer of VFA-87 in front of Capt. Daniel Martin, the presiding officer, during a change of command ceremony at the CNATTU hangar July 1.

Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez

Photo by MC3 Timmy Daughton

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FAMILY READINESS GROUP LEADERSHIP TRAINING - BASIC TRAINING JUL 21 & 22, 9 A.M.-1:30 P.M. Family Readiness Groups play an integral part in keeping families together in various situations, especially during deployment. Please contact your closest FFSC to ask for more information.

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FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSES SUPPORT GROUP JULY 24, 10 A.M. - NOON Feeling lonely, homesick, or isolated?

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DECKPLATE RESOURCE AWARENESS TRAINING JULY 28 & 29, 8 A.M. - 4 P.M. This training is specifically for 2nd class petty officers in supervisory positions. It provides information on Navy and community resources available to military personnel. Through solutionfocused exercises, participants learn techniques that effectively address personnel concerns brought to their attention. Hampton Roads commands are invited to nominate participants by calling their FFSC.

SAPR COMMAND LIAISON TRAINING JULY 29, 8 A.M. - 4 P.M. The SAPR Command Liaison works for the commanding officer on behalf of a victim in a sexual assault case. Command liaisons are appointed to specific sexual assault cases and serve as the victim’s contact with command leadership. Command liaisons are responsible for keeping victims apprised of developments in their cases and work closely with command leadership to ensure that victim’s needs are being met.The command liaison can also represent their command at the Sexual Assault Case Management Group (SACMG) meeting.

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SPORTS &

FITNESS YOUTH FALL FLAG FOOTBALL SEASON BEGINS SEPT. 7 Midway Manor’s Youth Fall Flag Football registration is now open. The season begins Sept. 7 and is open to children ages five through 12.There is a $50 registration fee which includes uniform and a trophy.

Volunteer coaches are needed. For more information, call 444-1007.

MILITARY CHALLENGE 2015 AUG. 1 This ultimate military style confidence course at the Virginia Beach Sports Complex will feature a 5K run/obstacle course designed to challenge even the most fit athlete. Civilians will be able to compete

alongside the military and take on obstacles used in military training.

There will also be a kids’ mini challenge where children will have to conquer an inflatable obstacle course and some of the obstacles used in the adult race. For more information, or registration, visit www.norfolknavyflagship.com/app/militarychallenge.

8K MUD RUN XV AUG. 8, 8:05 A.M. The Armed Services YMCA Mud Run is the most intense 8K on the East Coast. It consists of 5 miles of sand, woods,water hazards, obstacles, & mud pits on the beautiful beaches of JEB Little Creek.

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This challenging 8K course winds through sand dunes, and a variety of coastal terrains with obstacles like a low crawl, a 5-foot wall, a series of beach barricades, and mud pits and some new obstacles for the 15th anniversary, all before coming into the homestretch. Come out and see where America’s finest train every day and run a few miles in their shoes.

This day of family friendly fun also includes a fun one-mile course for the kids that starts after the adult race at and winds through miniature sand dunes, obstacles and mud pits before crossing at the main finish line.

The Armed Services YMCA has been getting muddy and raising money to help the junior enlisted military families in Hampton Roads for 14 years through this race.

All proceeds stay right here to provide enrichment programs for local families. If you are active duty junior enlisted (E-5 and below), you’ll receive a discounted rate of just $35 for registration through July 31st.

There will be a Post-Race Beach Party including activities for children, music, piz-

za, & of course the gorgeous Chesapeake Bay to cool you off after your run. Nonparticipants can enjoy food and drinks with a the purchase of a “Cheer Band” at the Expo for just $5.

Adult registration will be $60 at the Expo on August 7th if the event has not sold out. To register at the Expo, you must have a military ID and base access. Children’s registration will be $30 at the Expo on August 8th if it has not yet sold out.

For directions, enter the following address in your GPS: 1432 Hewitt Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23459. For more information about the race, visit www. asymcamudrun.com.

EXTREME OUTDOOR TRIATHALON AUG. 22 MWR is hosting the Extreme Outdoor Triathalon on Norfolk Naval Shipyard at Callaghan Fitness Center. The challenge includes running, kayaking, biking and bouncing. The first wave begins at 8 a.m.

Registration is required, call 967-2500 or e-mail jacqueline.stiffler@navy.mil to reserve your wave.

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CALENDAR Visit www.oceanajetobserver.com for more events in and around NAS Oceana!

FRIDAY NIGHT HOEDOWNS THROUGH OCTOBER

Thursday, July 16 7 p.m. - Insidious: Chapter 3 (PG-13, 98 min.) **Half-priced popcorn at the snack bar

Friday, July 17 6 p.m. - Inside Out (PG, 95 min.)

9 p.m. - Jurassic World (PG-13, 124 min.)

Saturday, July 18

Special events are held monthly at the Virginia Beach Farmers Market, offering family experiences of the heritage of agriculture. Friday evenings from April through October from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. ‘country or bluegrass’ music is featured at the Friday Night Hoedowns. There is no admission but a blanket or chair is recommended. The Virginia Beach Farmer’s Market is located at 3640 Dam Neck Road, Virginia Beach For more information call 385-4388.

OCEANVIEW CRAB & SEAFOOD FEAST JULY 18, 12-7 P.M.

Free small popcorn for kids 15 and under every Wednesday at the 7 p.m. showing.

The 24th Annual Ocean View Crab & Seafood Feast - one of the area’s best local seafood feasts on the shore of the Chesapeake Bay. This year’s theme is “Keep Calm & Pick On.” Come out and enjoy live music provided by the band “Hot Cakes” & DJ Steve Duke. Enjoy a day with friends, family, food and fun with the smell of salt and seafood in the air at Ocean View Park. Admission is free and open to the public. Food will be reasonably priced and includes everything from crabs, crab cakes, soft-shell crabs, shrimp, hot sausage and hot dogs for the kids.This event is made possible by the Ocean View Fraternal Five Organization of volunteers.

For more information call 288-8208.

Half-priced concessions every Sunday at the 7 p.m. showing - does not include value packs and combos.

TRAPEZE SCHOOL

Free admission for active duty and reservists every 7 p.m. showing on Wednesdays in July and Thursdays in August and every 9 p.m. showing on Saturdays.

If you’ve ever dreamed of flying through the air just like a circus trapeze artist, now’s your chance! This high-flying adventure is sponsored by Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza, playing at the Virginia Beach Convention Center through August 16.

For two days, BeachStreetUSA is presenting “Trapeze School” with three workshops scheduled per day on the beach at 17th Street. Work-

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Jurassic World 3D (PG-13, 124 min.)

Spy (R, 120 min.)

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Sunday, July 19 1 p.m. - Aloha (PG-13, 120 min.)

4 p.m. - Inside Out 3D (PG, 95 min.)

7 p.m. - San Andreas 3D (PG-13, 114 min.)

Christmas in July!

Come visit Santa on July 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and give him your early Christmas wishes. There will be free giveaways for children.

Call today to book your command function or birthday party!

For more information, call 433-2560 or 433-2981.

875 D Ave., Bldg. 531 | (757) 433-2391 | Schedule is subject to change, call ahead for details. Cash or credit accepted for concessions and admission. Doors open approximately one hour before showtimes. Children ages two and younger are admitted free. Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult to attend all R-rated movies.

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shops are free and open to the public. Participants must be 6 years of age or older. There is a weight limit of 250 pounds.

Those participating in the workshop will get the opportunity to fly on a trapeze, attached to safety wires, with a net below. Anyone in good general health with a spirit for adventure can learn to fly with us! No experience is necessary, and this trapeze school is beginner friendly.

On-site registration on the beach at 17th Street is required and all participants will sign a liability waiver (parents must sign for minors).Workshop times are 10 a.m. - noon, 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 10 p.m. For more information, visit www.beachstreetusa.com.

C3 LASER & LIGHT SHOW JULY 18 & 25, AUG. 1 & 8 Experience a unique entertainment spectacle at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront on select nights in July and August.This show is many things at once: a festival light and video production using lasers, pyrotechnics, and giant projection screens, all to a pulsing soundtrack.This “Rockin’Adventure at Virginia Beach,” inspired by the ocean, utilizes classic rock and newer pop hits to take the viewer on an adventure that ends with a mind-blowing laser/light/projection/flame finale.

This free event takes place on the beach at 20th Street. Show times are 9 p.m., 9:25 p.m., 9:50 p.m., 10:15 p.m. and 10:40 p.m. For more information visit www.festevents.org.

MILITARY JOB FAIR 2015 JULY 22, 9 A.M. - 2 P.M. Military Job Fair 2015, presented by the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and in collaberation with the Military Family Support Center Employment Programs will be at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Drive in Hampton.

This event is open and free to all active duty, retired military, reservists, DoD civilians, dependants and veterans. Business attire is mandatory and there are no children permitted in the expo. For more information call 865-5810.

PLANETARIUM SHOW THROUGH AUG. 5

Every Wednesday night, until August 5, Old Dominion University’s Pretlow Planetarium will have a free show followed by public observing sessions with ODU’s telescopes. The shows will start at 8:30 p.m. and cover what’s in the night sky. Afterwards, at 9 p.m., guests are invited to go out and look at some celestial objects with the scopes as long as the weather cooperates. All shows are free and open to the public. You do not need tickets or to make any reservations.The doors open at approximately 8:15 p.m. with the shows to start promptly at 8:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.odu.edu/ planetarium.

A MIDSUMMER FANTASY FESTIVAL JULY 25 - 27 Norfolk Festevents and Virginia Stage Company (VSC) team up to present ‘Moon Take Thy Flight,’ the second installment of ‘A Midsummer Fantasy Fest.’ This interactive performance art event will convene in Town Point Park in Norfolk.The festival will feature a variety of unique entertainment, children’s activities, and gourmet specialty food selections.

The park opens at 6 p.m. each day Friday through Sunday for audiences to enjoy the art installations and an artist meet and greet. At 7:30 p.m. the park takes on a new life as it begins to tell the story of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream,’ culminating in a grand finale at 9:15 p.m.The after-party in the park is open to the public until 11 p.m. For more information visit www.festevents.org.

CIVIL WAR SPY ADVENTURE JULY 27, 10 - 11 A.M. First Landing State Park hosts a Civil War Spy Adventure, located at 2500 Shore Dr. in Virginia Beach.

Participants should meet at the Trail Center.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to sneak behind enemy lines and collect secret coded messages, and get the vital information back to the general. There is no fee for the event but the parking fee at the park is $4 for Virginia residents and $6 for non-Virginia residents. To join this adventure visit First Landing State Park or call 412-2300.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AAU JUNIOR OLYMPICS GAMES Hampton Roads is hosting the AAU Junior Olympics Games July 29 through Aug. 8. It is one of the largest amateur multi-sport youth events in the country with more than 15,000 athletes from all 50 states expected to compete. The Hampton Roads Sports Commission is asking for volunteers to help set up, organize and assist in the track and field events at Norfolk State University. Each volunteer will receive free admission to events, a meal voucher to be used at any of the vendors at the event and an AAU Junior Olympics “Staff” t-shirt. If interested in volunteering, contact CS1 Salve Hernandez at 433-2207 or by email at salve.hernandez@navy.mil. Or you can visit www.hamptonroadssports.org/page/volunteer-info.

THE MILITARY CHALLENGE The Military Challenge is a 5K military-style obstacle course taking place Aug. 1 at JEB Little Creek-Fort Story.

Civilians can compete alongside military and take on obstacles used in military training. If interested in volunteering at this event there is a list of opportunities with

job descriptions, dates, times and points of contact at the following link: www.doitsports.com/volunteer2/jobs-bydate.tcl?event_id=212477.

THE OLD COAST GUARD STATION The Old Coast Guard Station relies on the assistance, talent and enthusiasm of volunteers to operate smoothly.

Volunteers work individually or in groups, performing a variety of duties throughout the museum. For more information, visit www.oldcoastguardstation.com/Membership-Giving-Volunteer.aspx.

VIRGINIA BEACH ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION CENTER Do you love animals and want to give back to the community? There are many ways that you can help, from walking dogs, cuddling cats or advertising pets that are up for adoption. They are also are in need of foster homes to increase the amount of animals that we can serve. For more information, visit www.vbgov. com/government/departments/police/Animal-Control/ Pages/ac-volunteer.aspx.

USO OF HAMPTON ROADS AND CENTRAL VIRGINIA USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia is looking for volunteers to staff their centers located at Norfolk International Airport (ORF) and Norfolk AMC Terminal

on Naval Station Norfolk (Base access required). Volunteers are needed on a continuing basis for all shifts, including early morning, mid-morning and early afternoon shifts. Volunteer duties include but are not limited to: greeting center guests, providing information and referrals, and basic housekeeping including trash collection, sweeping and mopping. To sign up, visit usohrcv.com/ support/volunteer.

TEAM UP MENTORING Team Up is an award-winning mentoring program that has matched hundreds of youth with volunteers from the South Hampton Roads community. But there’s more work to do. Team Up has over 300 mentees that are on its waiting list for a caring role model. Won’t you join us?

Please consider participating in one of our programs.The minimum age to volunteer to be a mentor is 20-years-old.

For more information, visit www.theupcenter.org/getinvolved/volunteer.

VIRGINIA AQUARIUM There are many great volunteer opportunities available. Whether you’re 11, 81 or somewhere in between, we have the perfect spot for you. You don’t need to be a marine biologist, just share our passion for conservation and educating people about marine animals and the environment. For more information, visit www.virginiaaquarium.com/join/volunteer.

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Must have own tools.

Must have VALID driver’s license and good DMV record. MUST be able to pass background check.

CDL a PLUS. We offer excellent pay, benefits, uniforms, O/T, tool allowance.

Fax resume to 757-321-1636 or apply in person at 2224 Springfield Ave, Norfolk, VA 23523

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The City of Richmond’s Department of Emergency Communications is currently seeking an Electronics Technician II. The desired candidate will have knowledge of and experience with trunked two-way radio equipment and systems, Certified Electronic Technician, w/ 2 yrs diagnosing, installing & repairing electronic equipment. An FCC Electronics License is a plus.

This position is full-time w/a comprehensive benefits package.

To apply go to richmondgov.com Call (804) 646-8999 for questions.

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16 JET OBSERVER • July 16, 2015

TO ALL THE BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE OUR COUNTRY...

THANK YOU

1000

New 2015 Rav4 Limited Shown

New 2015 Corolla S Shown

New 2015 Camry XSE Shown

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U.S. Military

Incentive*

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CASEY TOYOTA

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NEW 2015 PRIUS LIFTBACK

CHECKERED FLAG TOYOTA 5301 Virginia Beach Blvd. • Virginia Beach 757-490-1111 • checkeredflagtoyota.com

CHARLES BARKER TOYOTA 1877 Laskin Road • Virginia Beach 757-437-4000 • charlesbarkertoyota.com

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NEW 2015 RAV4

CAN BE COMBINED WITH TOYOTA SPECIAL CASH BACK OR SPECIAL FINANCING OR SPECIAL LEASES!

601 East Rochambeau Drive • Williamsburg 757-259-1000 • caseytoyota.com

NEW 2015 COROLLA

NEW 2015 CAMRY

FIRST TEAM TOYOTA

3400 Western Branch Blvd. • Chesapeake 757-673-2345 • firstteamtoyota.com

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NEW 2015 SIENNA

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PRIORITY TOYOTA GREENBRIER

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6357 George Washington Hwy. • Gloucester 804-693-2100 • gloucestertoyota.com 12978 Jefferson Ave. • Newport News 757-874-6000 • pearsontoyotascion.com

1800 Greenbrier Parkway • Chesapeake 757-366-5000 • prioritytoyota.com

2301 W. Mercury Blvd. • Hampton 757-838-5000 • prioritytoyotahampton.com

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*HOW TO QUALIFY: 1.BE IN CURRENT ACTIVE DUTY STATUS IN THE U.S. MILITARY (NAVY, ARMY, AIR FORCE, MARINES, NATIONAL GUARD, COAST GUARD AND ACTIVE RESERVE) OR A U.S. MILITARY INACTIVE RESERVE (I.E., READY RESERVE) THAT IS PART OF THE INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE, SELECTED RESERVE AND INACTIVE NATIONAL GUARD. RETIRED MILITARY PERSONNEL ARE NOT ELIGIBLE EXCEPT FOR RETIREES OR VETERANS HONORABLY DISCHARGED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF SERVICE. HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS OF ELIGIBLE QUALIFYING MILITARY PERSONNEL ARE ALSO ELIGIBLE. 2.PROVIDE VERIFIABLE PROOF OF MILITARY STATUS OR ACTIVE SERVICE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE: LEAVE AND EARNING STATEMENT OR MILITARY IDENTIFICATION CARD. 3.RECEIVE A SALARY SUFFICIENT TO COVER ORDINARY LIVING EXPENSES AND PAYMENTS FOR YOUR TOYOTA. 4.RECEIVE CREDIT APPROVAL THROUGH A TOYOTA DEALER AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE OFFERED BY TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. ON LEASE CONTRACTS INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE AMOUNT DUE AT LEASE SIGNING OR TOWARD THE CAPITALIZED COST REDUCTION. ON FINANCE CONTRACTS, INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE OR LEASE TRANSACTION. NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE TOYOTA COLLEGE GRADUATE INCENTIVE PROGRAM. FINANCE OR LEASE CONTRACT MUST BE DATED BY AUGUST 3, 2015 FOR INCENTIVE OFFER. THE MILITARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR TERMINATION AT ANY TIME. OFFERS ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH A PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TERMS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY, INCLUDING A MAXIMUM TERM OF 60 MONTHS ON FINANCE CONTRACTS. PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING DEALERS IN MARYLAND, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, PENNSYLVANIA, AND DELAWARE; AND MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL QUALIFY. SEE PARTICIPATING DEALER FOR DETAILS. **0% APR FINANCING UP TO 60 MONTHS AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS THRU TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TOTAL FINANCED CANNOT EXCEED MSRP PLUS OPTIONS, TAX AND LICENSE FEES. 60 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $16.67 FOR EACH $1000 BORROWED. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. ***FINANCE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA IN ADDITION TO SPECIAL APR FINANCING IF VEHICLE IS PURCHASED AND FINANCED THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE TRANSACTION. FINANCE INCENTIVE IS AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. †ALL LEASE OFFERS: CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR EXCESSIVE WEAR AND EXCESS MILEAGE CHARGES OF $.15 PER MILE IN EXCESS OF 36,000 MILES. YOUR PAYMENT MAY VARY BASED ON DEALER PARTICIPATION AND FINAL NEGOTIATED PRICE. DOES NOT INCLUDE $350 DISPOSITION FEE DUE AT LEASE END. OFFER AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. LEASE A CAMRY LE FOR $179 PER MONTH FOR 36 MONTHS WITH $1999 DUE AT SIGNING. DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $1820 DOWN (AFTER APPLICATION OF $750 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES). FIRST $179 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2015 CAMRY LE 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 2532, MSRP $23,795. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. LEASE A COROLLA LE FOR $159 PER MONTH FOR 36 MONTHS WITH $2399 DUE AT SIGNING. DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $2240 DOWN. FIRST $159 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2015 COROLLA LE 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 1852, MSRP $19,340. LEASE A SIENNA FOR $269 PER MONTH FOR 36 MONTHS WITH $2999 DUE AT SIGNING. DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $2,730 DOWN (AFTER APPLICATION OF $750 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES)FIRST $269 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2015 SIENNA AUTOMATIC MODEL 5338, MSRP $32,215. ††CUSTOMERS CAN RECEIVE $750 CASH BACK ON COROLLA AND RAV4, $1000 CASH BACK ON SIENNA, OR $2000 CASH BACK ON PRIUS LIFTBACK OR CAN APPLY CASH BACK TO DOWN PAYMENT. †††TOYOTACARE COVERS NORMAL FACTORY SCHEDULED SERVICE. PLAN IS 2 YEARS OR 25K MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THE NEW VEHICLE CANNOT BE PART OF A RENTAL OR COMMERCIAL FLEET, OR A LIVERY/TAXI VEHICLE. SEE PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALER FOR PLAN DETAILS. VALID ONLY IN THE CONTINENTAL U.S. AND ALASKA. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE DOES NOT INCLUDE PARTS AND FLUIDS. PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID COMES WITH AN EXTRA YEAR OF ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE, FOR A TOTAL OF THREE (3) YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. OFFERS DO NOT INCLUDE DEALER FEES. LEASE, APR AND CASH BACK OFFERS MAY NOT BE COMBINED. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. OFFERS END 8/3/15.