VOL.54 NO. 32 DEC. 3, 2015
SERVING NAVAL AIR STATION OCEANA, DAM NECK ANNEX, AND NALF FENTRESS
Developing the FC Non Aegis Combat Systems learning continuum
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BY KIMBERLY M. LANSDALE Center for Surface Combat Systems Norfolk, Va. (NNS) -- The Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit (CSCSU) Dam Neck, which manages and operates Fire Controlman (FC) Non Aegis "C" schools, recently hosted the FC Non Aegis Combat Systems Strategic Training Ratings Review (CSSTRR) onboard Naval Station Norfolk, Nov. 17 - 19. Eighteen U.S. Navy commands, including USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and Littoral Combat Ship Squadron (LCSRON) One, attended to discuss current and future FC Non Aegis manning, training and technology initiatives. Representatives from fleet, expeditionary and training commands, including Commander, Naval Surface Forces, Atlantic (COMNAVSURFLANT), Naval Sea Systems Command (NSWC) Port Hueneme Detachment Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS), and Surface Warfare, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA 21) Surface Training Systems (STS) Program Office (PMS 339), were present, as well as community mangers from the Navy Personnel Command. Capt. Bill McKinley, CSCS commanding officer, oversees 14 learning sites, including CSCSU Dam Neck, and is responsible for combat systems training across the rates of fire controlman (FC), operations specialist, gunner's mate, sonar technician surface, mineman, interior communications electrician and electronics technician. In December 2014, CSCS developed the CSSTRR to review each rating in a series of strategic reviews that will serve to form the basis for a formal
— See CSSTRR, page 4
EISENHOWER BEGINS FEP/TSTA — Page 3
NAS Oceana Command Master Chief Richard Haninger serves food to Sailors and Marine during the Dam Neck Chapel’s annual Lone Sailor and Marine Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 24.
Lone Sailors, Marines gather for Thanksgiving feast PHOTO/STORY BY MC2 (SW) ALYSIA HERNANDEZ NAS Oceana Public Affairs The Chapel by the Sea at Dam Neck Annex once again hosted the Lone Sailor and Marine Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 24 for active duty service members who were unable to be home with family for the holiday. More than 150 Sailors and Marines wrapped around the room as they filtered through the buffet-style line fully stocked with all of the traditional Thanksgiving dishes served by their command leadership and volunteers from the congregation. Service members gathered around the piano and filled the chapel with music and song, helping set the family-like atmosphere. Pfc. Emanuel Saldana, attached to Marine Corps Detachment Dam Neck, said that he attended because he loves being around people,
especially during the holidays when he’s so used to being with family. “For me and a lot of the Marines, and I’m pretty sure a lot of the Navy as well, it probably hit home for us more than you all will ever know,” Saldana said. “We appreciate it a lot, at least I do.” Saldana explained that he went to college for four years so he is used to being away from family but a lot of others who attended are very young and it’s the first time many are away from home during the holidays. “I think a lot of them are going through tough times and to have these kind of events really opens them up and shows them that it’s not as bad as they think it is and they’re going to be able to spend the holiday with people who care about them a lot,” Saldana said.
— See Dinner, page 3
FRCMA SEA, SHORE ANNUAL AWARDS — Page 6 - 7
JINGLE BELL FUN RUN Join us for the annual 1.5-mile Jingle Bell Fun Run at the Oceana Sports Complex Dec. 4, 11:30 a.m. This run will not be a timed event. Awards will be given to first, second and third place male and female runners. Awards will also be given for best Christmas sweater, crazy ski hat and best holiday getup! Registration form is available at Oceana fitness centers or online at www.discovermwr.com/jbfr. For more information, call 433-3928
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BASE BRIEFS PAY IT FORWARD FOR KIDS Pay It Forward for Kids allows active duty, retirees and family members to shop for clothes, shoes, toys, books and other essentials for infants to pre-teens. All items are free. The event will take place Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. - noon, and Dec. 7-11 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
DMV 2 GO The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ mobile customer service centers are traveling across the state providing services to military members, veterans, and their families. Each full-service office provides all DMV transactions. DMV staff can assist with services specific to veterans including applying for the Virginia veterans ID card. Thanks to DMV’s partnerships with other government agencies, customers may also now purchase certified copies of Virginia birth, marriage, and death certifi-
cates, obtain E-ZPass transponders, and apply for hunting or fishing licenses. DMV 2 Go will be at the Oceana Navy Exchange Dec. 10, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Check the calendar at www.dmvNOW.com/DMV2GO for more dates and locations.
MWR WINTER SAVINGS NAS Oceana/Damn Neck MWR Rec Rewards cards offer discounts on some of your favorite MWR activities and services. Each Rec Rewards card is $10 and can be used to get discounts at Shifting Sands, Aeropines Golf Course, Freedom and Seaside Lanes, , NAS Oceana Outdoor Rental, Aerotheater and Skeet,Trap & Archery.
TIPSY TOW AAA wants you and your car to get home safely. Tipsy Tow provides a safe ride home for adults who may have had too much to drink and are unsafe to drive. Tipsy Tow is not a substitute for using a designated driv-
er and reservations are not allowed. To use Tipsy Tow call 637-1700 or 1-800-AAA-HELP.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE To prepare for the upcoming holiday season the following is the plan for military leave during the holidays: a. First Leave Period - Begins at 4 p.m. on Dec. 14 and ends at 7 a.m. on Dec. 28 b. Second Leave Period - Begins at 4 p.m. on Dec. 28 and ends at 7 a.m. on Jan. 11. The turnover day will be Dec. 28.
HOLIDAY SHUTTLES Looking for a ride to the airport from Dam Neck Annex this holiday season? Look no further. The Oasis offers a $7 shuttle fee in November and December to the Norfolk International Airport. Holiday shuttles will be available Dec. 13-23 at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. , seven days a week. An additional shuttle at noon will be available on the weekends.For more information, please call 492-6806.
ENERGY AWARENESS TIP OF THE WEEK Change or clean HVAC filters every month during peak cooling or heating seasons. Dirty filters cost more to use, overwork the equipment and result in lower indoor air quality. Be on the lookout for the Commanding Officer’s Energy Challenge!
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.
Read the Chaplain’s Corner on page 5
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
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IKE BEGINS TSTA/FEP WITH CSG-10, CVW-3, DESRON-26 From USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) Public Affairs ATLANTIC OCEAN (NNS) -- The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike) departed its homeport of Norfolk to begin Tailored Ship's Training Availability/Final Evaluation Problem (TSTA/FEP) Nov. 21. The TSTA/FEP process, which is assessed by Afloat Training Group (ATG) Atlantic, is unit-level training designed to prepare the ship, its crew and embarked air wing for full integration into a carrier strike group by measuring proficiency in a wide range of mission-critical operational areas. The TSTA portion will assess the crew's ability to respond to and recover from casualties, and is meant to improve their overall ability to operate the ship by sharpening damage control, medical aptitude and combat systems. During the FEP segment, ATG assessors will measure the crew's ability to conduct combat missions and support functions such as flight operations, while maintaining the ability to survive complex casualty control situations.The FEP assessment will mark the culmination of the basic phase of the ship's fleet response training plan (FRTP). Although Ike crew members have worked to maintain proficiency in these areas since returning from back-toback deployments in July 2013, this evaluation period marks the first time that Ike will integrate with Carrier
Strike Group (CSG) 10, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3 embarked and ships from Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 26. As the first carrier strike group scheduled to deploy under the Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP), this TSTA/FEP marks another first with the strike group integrating early in the training phase. "All the Sailors, from ship's company to the air wing and carrier strike group, have been training toward these critical assessments," said Capt. Paul C. Spedero Jr., Ike's commanding officer. "While they're certainly ready now, this training will afford them the opportunity to get even better." The ATG inspectors will assess the crew's knowledge and capabilities through a variety of scenarios including life-saving skills, damage control, navigation and weapons drills. General quarters (GQ) drills allow all of these subjects to be simultaneously graded through training scenarios that include simulated attacks on the ship. "All these GQs leading up to this have been setting up the expectation and the standard that we need to train like we fight so that everyone's ready," said Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman Nicholas Noviello, a leader on the medical training team. "The crew just needs to keep up their motivation and dedication, and all the hard work and training they've received recently will pay off.They're going to knock it out of the park." Ike's crew will continue to conduct these drills
Photo by MCSA Casey S. Trietsch Sailors direct an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Fighting Swordsman of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) Nov. 28. Dwight D. Eisenhower, with embarked Carrier Air Wing 3, is underway conducting the Tailored Ship's Training Availability (TSTA) and Final Evaluation Problem (FEP) as part of the basic phase of the Optimized Fleet Response Plan.
throughout the underway period until the ATG assessors determine that they are proficient across the graded category spectrum. Ike and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3 will move into the integrated phase of training, wherein the ship and air wing will exercise individual unit warfare skill sets in conjunction with other CSG-10 assets. The next major graded evolution in the pre-deployment certification will be a Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPUTEX), scheduled for next year. COMPTUEX will test all warfare mission areas of both the ship and the strike group.
Dinner: Provided family-like atmosphere for those away from home — Continued from page 1
Photo by MC2(SW) Alysia Hernandez More than 150 Sailors and Marines attended the Dam Neck Annex chapel’s annual dinner catered to service members away from home during the holiday Nov. 24.
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) 1st Class David McNichols, the lead on this year’s dinner, said it took about a month to organize and plan the event and about a day and a half to set-up and decorate. McNichols said his goal for the event was that it would go smoothly, that everyone would enjoy and be happy and he felt the night was a success. Lt. Cmdr. Victoria Chappell, Dam Neck chaplain, said the event was also important for the students and people of the base to get to know the chapel, the cha-
pel staff and to be able to put faces to the people that they can come out and talk to. “We want them to know that we have dinner here every Wednesday night and it’s for people of all faiths or none, because we want to be a resource,” Chappell said. “A lot of the schools here get extremely stressful, even though these students are smart, they get stressed out and we just want to assist them in any way that we can.” “It’s kind of a get-to-know you event as well. It’s meant to be our way, and especially our members’ way of reaching out,” Chappell added.
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SAILOR RESCUES MAN AFTER HIGH-SPEED CRASH STORY/PHOTO BY MC3 MICHAEL LIEBERKNECHT Navy Public Affairs Support Element East NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- Fire Controlman 3rd Class Tyler Swain, stationed aboard the guided missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84), and his family were driving away from a bank Nov. 15 when they heard police sirens. As the family watched, a car moving at approximately 100 mph collided with a truck during a chase involving two police cruisers.The truck flipped into the air and landed on its side, atop a nearby SUV. "As soon as I saw it happen, I just got out of my truck," Swain said. "It was instinct." Swain's family pulled over, and he and his mother, Frances Swain, ran to the flipped truck.They looked in a window to check the condition of the driver. Frances opened the door, which was facing up. Tyler climbed on top of the vehicle, pulled the man out from the truck and led the man to safety. "The Navy has always taught us to help others," he said. "It doesn't matter if it's Navy or a civilian; the military teaches you
The Navy has always taught us to help others ... It doesn’t matter if it’s Navy or a civilian; the military teaches you to help people in need.” — FC3 Tyler Swain
to help people in need." After the man was settled on the side of the road waiting for police assistance, he thanked the Swains. "He came over and shook my hand, thanked me, asked me my name, and wanted to tell me he appreciated everything I did," Swain said. The rescue took place the day before Swain began a 7-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of respon-
Fire Controlman Tyler Swain stands in front of the aft Close-In Weapons System (CIWS) on guided-missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84) Nov. 16. Bulkeley is deployed with the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (HSTSG) in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th fleet areas of responsibility.
sibility as part of the Harry S.Truman Carrier Strike Group. "I thought it was pretty cool," said Fire Controlman 2nd Class Matthew McMeans, who works with Swain in the Bulkeley's Aft Close-In Weapons System. "He told me
CSSTRR: Commands discuss FC Non Aegis
manning, training, initiatives — Continued from page 1 learning approach. Capt. Len Remias, CSCSU Dam Neck commanding officer, says the review was a success. "Over the past few months leading up to the review, we've had many discussions about executing Block Learning," Remias said. "Block Learning is the interim process to transform our current model of accession training that will lead to Ready Relevant Learning. Ready Relevant Learning supports our Navy's training vision of Sailor 2025 to ensure Sailors are provided the right training at the right time.There are many challenges with reconstructing our curriculum to support this new training strategy but it will ultimately improve a Sailor's operator and technical skills through a more robust training
continuum." Cmdr. Michelle Korn, CSCSU Dam Neck director of training and coordinator for the CSSTRR, says the review was productive and enlightening. "The FC Non Aegis rating has some unique challenges," Korn said. "It was extremely helpful to have so many subject matter experts and decades of FC experience in the room to advise our discussions." The FC Non Aegis CSSTRR is the eighth and final review of the year. McKinley discusses how the results of these strategic rating reviews will impact the future of naval training. "They serve dual purposes," McKinley explained. "They will inform and serve to develop a long-term investment plan for surface combat systems training and will form the basis of the plan to transition to Block Learning
the story, and I thought, 'Heck of a last day in port.'" McMeans said Swain's story was spreading around the ship, but that Swain was humble about the experience -- a normal guy placed in an extraordinary situation.
and ultimately Ready Relevant Learning. Block Learning moves training from accession training to a time more relevant in a Sailor's career after his or her report to the ship. This training method will radically change the way the Navy executes combat systems training. Whether this transformation achieves the ultimate goal of Ready Relevant Learning depends upon the discipline and planning of the implementation process. What we have accomplished thus far during the past year in our strategic rating review process, I truly believe CSCS has already made great strides toward the future of combat systems training." CSCS' mission is to develop and deliver surface ship combat systems training to achieve surface warfare superiority. CSCS headquarters' staff oversees 14 learning sites and provides nearly 70,000 hours of curriculum for 700 courses a year to more than 40,000 Sailors. CSCS delivers specialized training for Officer and Enlisted Sailors required to tactically operate, maintain, and employ shipboard and shore-based weapons, sensors, and command and control systems utilized in today's Navy. For information on the Center for Surface Combat System, visit www.netc.navy.mil/centers/cscs/.
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FRCMA OCEANA
ANNUAL AWARDS - SEA
FRCMA OCEANA
ANNUAL AWARDS - SHORE
SENIOR SAILOR OF THE YEAR
SAILOR OF THE YEAR
JUNIOR SAILOR OF THE YEAR
BLUE JACKET OF THE YEAR
SENIOR SAILOR OF THE YEAR
SAILOR OF THE YEAR
JUNIOR SAILOR OF THE YEAR
BLUE JACKET OF THE YEAR
AT1(AW) John Harris
AT2(AW/SW) Astrina M. Morgan
AE3 Ayonna Woodson
AMAN Bryan Profit
AD1(AW) Autumn Zawadzki
AS2 (AW/SW) Marshall Greenhaw
AT3 Adam Alexander
LSSN Piero Macassimorachimo
Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class John Harris was selected as the Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic (FRCMA) Oceana Sea Senior Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. As the quality assurance assistant leading petty officer (LPO), he conducted 39 audits, 47 support equipment (SE) acceptances, 44 “Y-code” investigations, 27 collateral duty inspector (CDI) monitors, and 230 technical directive screenings. While assigned as the Solder Shop LPO, he directed the efforts of 35 Sailors. His mentorship was instrumental towards 49 advancements and 14 CDI qualifications which led to 12 reenlistments. He is also a command financial specialist, conducting over 100 personal budgets, 67 BAH/BAS, 34 car buying, 15 transfer and 12 special duty counseling sessions. As the First Class Petty Officer Association (FCPOA) president, he led 84 first class petty officers in 17 events and increased FCPOA paid membership by 200 percent. Additionally, he managed the FCPOA Safe Ride Program. Harris also dedicated over 120 hours to MEDI-HOME Hospice Program, Meals on Wheels, Norfolk Shamrock 5K Run, Pantry Blessing Food Bank, March of Dimes, Blue Moon Harbor Lights 5K, Wounded Warriors and Operation Home.
Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Astrina Morgan was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Sea Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. While serving as the RADAR assistant leading petty officer, she managed 38 technicians and five civilian artisans in the test and repair of 1,684 F/A-18 APG65/73 RADAR components. Her efforts directly resulted in a grade of “on track” during the 2015 Commander, Naval Air Forces Aviation Maintenance Inspection and two consecutive quality assurance audits. As the vice president of the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD), she planned and coordinated all CSADD meetings and events. In doing so, she dedicated over 100 hours to the first “Oceana’s Got Talent” talent show where she led 22 volunteers. Her efforts resulted in 16 talent entries and the scheduling of five judges, including Fleet Master Chief April D. Beldo. Morgan dedicated 80 hours to an internship with the Virginia Beach Police Department and completed 17 semester credits, resulting in the completion of her associate’s degree in Administration of Criminal Justice from Tidewater Community College. She is currently enrolled at Ashford University working towards her Bachelor’s degree.
Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Ayonna Woodson was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Sea Junior Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. While serving as a communication/ navigation (COM/NAV) and electronic countermeasure (ECM) technician, for she performed 176 F/A-18 COM/ NAV and ECM maintenance actions, to include 45 expeditious repairs, contributing to a 94 percent work center repair rate. As the CSADD secretary, she led 34 Sailors during four fundraising events, and established seven volunteer opportunities with the Shamrock Marathon, USO Gala, CSADD Talent Show, March of Dimes, Children’s Easter Egg Hunt, Denim Walk and the Independence Day Run. She also created two events within the command (ice cream social and Poly Fest) to improve morale and wellness.
Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Bryan Profit was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Sea Blue Jacket of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. While serving as an aerial refueling stores (ARS) work center technician, Airman Profit performed intermediate level maintenance on the ARS systems of the F/A -18 E/F airframe. His work ethic and initiative led him to becoming the most qualified airman in Power Plants Division. He was instrumental in the completion of over 673 unscheduled maintenance actions, 219 periodic inspections and 36 conditional inspections on a total of 49 aerial refueling stores. In addition, he trained and qualified five of his peers, which led to a drop in the work center’s back log and an increase in work center production by 60 percent. Profit’s military bearing and appearance were unsurpassed. He was handselected to become a command fitness leader and he instructed over 60 events in support of the command’s fitness program, which led to a 92 percent passing rate. Airman Profit volunteered for the Shamrock Marathon, which benefited the Livestrong Foundation. His efforts were instrumental in the fundraising of over $200,000 for cancer research.
Aviation Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Autumn M. Zawadzki was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Senior Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. As the 400 Division leading petty officer, she exhibited leadership in coordinating the professional and personal development of 168 Sailors. She directed the processing of correspondence, evaluations and awards. Her leadership resulted in 27 advancements, 11 reenlistments and three meritorious advancements. As a production control supervisor she was vital in the completion of 8,230 maintenance actions. Her leadership was a contributing factor to the division receiving zero “off track” programs during the 2015 Commander, Naval Air Forces Aviation Maintenance Inspection. She is a command managed equal opportunity manager and command Combined Federal Campaign coordinator. As the FCPOA vice president, she led 84 members in the completion of two children’s holiday events and seven fundraisers. In addition, AD1 taught Vacation Bible School at Deep Creek Baptist Church and volunteers there weekly. Through the University of South Dakota, she completed 15 credits toward her Bachelor of Applied Science in addiction studies. She was recognized on the Dean’s List and was nominated to be a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars in Washington DC.
Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Marshall K. Greenhaw was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. As the support equipment operator training and licensing program coordinator, he managed five instructors facilitating over 200 phase I Support Equipment Operator courses to more than 2,500 Sailors, Marines and civilians while effectively maintaining the course materials and tasks lists for 32 support equipment end items. As the support equipment division training petty officer, he ensured all training requirements were met and properly documented for 99 assigned personnel. He dedicated 10 hours during the 2015 NAS Oceana Air Show as the duty troubleshooter and inspector. His efforts kept 45 items of support equipment in peak operational condition ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all guests in attendance. In addition, he spends more than 20 hours a month providing assistance to teachers with recreational activities and early reading skills at the Virginia Beach Courthouse Academy Preschool. He participated on five command sports teams and significantly contributed to FRCMA Oceana winning the Captain’s Cup for NAS Oceana.
Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Adam J. Alexander was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Junior Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. As an avionics division consolidated automated support system RADAR technician, he performed 200 manhours in the completion of 160 F/A-18 RADAR maintenance actions, contributing to a 97 percent ready-for-Issue rate. In addition, his maintenance efforts led to the repair of 46 test program set assets resulting in the restoration of 21 individual maintenance readiness list (IMRL) assets to full mission capability. He managed 226 line items and 12 electrostatic discharge stations as the IMRL petty officer. As a CSADD member, he participated in chapter events including two food sale fundraisers, two car washes and a command ice cream social. He also participated in the NAS Oceana Denim Walk to end domestic violence and the March of Dimes. His mentorship led to the advancement of eight of his peers through the organization of an E-3 exam study group. In addition, he mentored three junior Sailors, resulting in two college enrollments, the selection of one Blue Jacket of the Quarter, the completion of four professional military education courses, and he led each protégé to complete 25 hours of community service.
Logistic Specialist Airman Piero Macassimorachimo was selected as FRCMA Oceana Blue Jacket of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. While serving as a logistics specialist, his primary duty was as the hazardous material (HAZMAT) control and management (HMC&M) program supervisor assistant. He was directly responsible for the upkeep of 119 hazardous material distribution lockers, 28 hazardous waste disposal areas and supervising 82 hazardous material petty officers during their daily operations. Macassimorachimo personally managed the storage and disposal of 10,077 hazardous materials for seven divisions supporting 19 tenant commands on board NAS Oceana. He handled the requisition of more than $1 million of hazardous materials from ordering, receiving, processing and then distributing with zero discrepancies. His dedication, professionalism and attention to detail was instrumental is HMC&M program receiving a grade of “Outstanding” and being recognized as a “model” program during the 2015 Commander, Naval Air Forces Aviation Maintenance Inspection. He is the driving force behind the HMC&M Program.
Information compiled by AD1(AW) Autumn M. Zawadzki
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FRCMA OCEANA
ANNUAL AWARDS - SEA
FRCMA OCEANA
ANNUAL AWARDS - SHORE
SENIOR SAILOR OF THE YEAR
SAILOR OF THE YEAR
JUNIOR SAILOR OF THE YEAR
BLUE JACKET OF THE YEAR
SENIOR SAILOR OF THE YEAR
SAILOR OF THE YEAR
JUNIOR SAILOR OF THE YEAR
BLUE JACKET OF THE YEAR
AT1(AW) John Harris
AT2(AW/SW) Astrina M. Morgan
AE3 Ayonna Woodson
AMAN Bryan Profit
AD1(AW) Autumn Zawadzki
AS2 (AW/SW) Marshall Greenhaw
AT3 Adam Alexander
LSSN Piero Macassimorachimo
Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class John Harris was selected as the Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic (FRCMA) Oceana Sea Senior Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. As the quality assurance assistant leading petty officer (LPO), he conducted 39 audits, 47 support equipment (SE) acceptances, 44 “Y-code” investigations, 27 collateral duty inspector (CDI) monitors, and 230 technical directive screenings. While assigned as the Solder Shop LPO, he directed the efforts of 35 Sailors. His mentorship was instrumental towards 49 advancements and 14 CDI qualifications which led to 12 reenlistments. He is also a command financial specialist, conducting over 100 personal budgets, 67 BAH/BAS, 34 car buying, 15 transfer and 12 special duty counseling sessions. As the First Class Petty Officer Association (FCPOA) president, he led 84 first class petty officers in 17 events and increased FCPOA paid membership by 200 percent. Additionally, he managed the FCPOA Safe Ride Program. Harris also dedicated over 120 hours to MEDI-HOME Hospice Program, Meals on Wheels, Norfolk Shamrock 5K Run, Pantry Blessing Food Bank, March of Dimes, Blue Moon Harbor Lights 5K, Wounded Warriors and Operation Home.
Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Astrina Morgan was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Sea Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. While serving as the RADAR assistant leading petty officer, she managed 38 technicians and five civilian artisans in the test and repair of 1,684 F/A-18 APG65/73 RADAR components. Her efforts directly resulted in a grade of “on track” during the 2015 Commander, Naval Air Forces Aviation Maintenance Inspection and two consecutive quality assurance audits. As the vice president of the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD), she planned and coordinated all CSADD meetings and events. In doing so, she dedicated over 100 hours to the first “Oceana’s Got Talent” talent show where she led 22 volunteers. Her efforts resulted in 16 talent entries and the scheduling of five judges, including Fleet Master Chief April D. Beldo. Morgan dedicated 80 hours to an internship with the Virginia Beach Police Department and completed 17 semester credits, resulting in the completion of her associate’s degree in Administration of Criminal Justice from Tidewater Community College. She is currently enrolled at Ashford University working towards her Bachelor’s degree.
Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Ayonna Woodson was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Sea Junior Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. While serving as a communication/ navigation (COM/NAV) and electronic countermeasure (ECM) technician, for she performed 176 F/A-18 COM/ NAV and ECM maintenance actions, to include 45 expeditious repairs, contributing to a 94 percent work center repair rate. As the CSADD secretary, she led 34 Sailors during four fundraising events, and established seven volunteer opportunities with the Shamrock Marathon, USO Gala, CSADD Talent Show, March of Dimes, Children’s Easter Egg Hunt, Denim Walk and the Independence Day Run. She also created two events within the command (ice cream social and Poly Fest) to improve morale and wellness.
Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Bryan Profit was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Sea Blue Jacket of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. While serving as an aerial refueling stores (ARS) work center technician, Airman Profit performed intermediate level maintenance on the ARS systems of the F/A -18 E/F airframe. His work ethic and initiative led him to becoming the most qualified airman in Power Plants Division. He was instrumental in the completion of over 673 unscheduled maintenance actions, 219 periodic inspections and 36 conditional inspections on a total of 49 aerial refueling stores. In addition, he trained and qualified five of his peers, which led to a drop in the work center’s back log and an increase in work center production by 60 percent. Profit’s military bearing and appearance were unsurpassed. He was handselected to become a command fitness leader and he instructed over 60 events in support of the command’s fitness program, which led to a 92 percent passing rate. Airman Profit volunteered for the Shamrock Marathon, which benefited the Livestrong Foundation. His efforts were instrumental in the fundraising of over $200,000 for cancer research.
Aviation Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Autumn M. Zawadzki was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Senior Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. As the 400 Division leading petty officer, she exhibited leadership in coordinating the professional and personal development of 168 Sailors. She directed the processing of correspondence, evaluations and awards. Her leadership resulted in 27 advancements, 11 reenlistments and three meritorious advancements. As a production control supervisor she was vital in the completion of 8,230 maintenance actions. Her leadership was a contributing factor to the division receiving zero “off track” programs during the 2015 Commander, Naval Air Forces Aviation Maintenance Inspection. She is a command managed equal opportunity manager and command Combined Federal Campaign coordinator. As the FCPOA vice president, she led 84 members in the completion of two children’s holiday events and seven fundraisers. In addition, AD1 taught Vacation Bible School at Deep Creek Baptist Church and volunteers there weekly. Through the University of South Dakota, she completed 15 credits toward her Bachelor of Applied Science in addiction studies. She was recognized on the Dean’s List and was nominated to be a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars in Washington DC.
Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Marshall K. Greenhaw was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. As the support equipment operator training and licensing program coordinator, he managed five instructors facilitating over 200 phase I Support Equipment Operator courses to more than 2,500 Sailors, Marines and civilians while effectively maintaining the course materials and tasks lists for 32 support equipment end items. As the support equipment division training petty officer, he ensured all training requirements were met and properly documented for 99 assigned personnel. He dedicated 10 hours during the 2015 NAS Oceana Air Show as the duty troubleshooter and inspector. His efforts kept 45 items of support equipment in peak operational condition ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all guests in attendance. In addition, he spends more than 20 hours a month providing assistance to teachers with recreational activities and early reading skills at the Virginia Beach Courthouse Academy Preschool. He participated on five command sports teams and significantly contributed to FRCMA Oceana winning the Captain’s Cup for NAS Oceana.
Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Adam J. Alexander was selected as the FRCMA Oceana Junior Sailor of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. As an avionics division consolidated automated support system RADAR technician, he performed 200 manhours in the completion of 160 F/A-18 RADAR maintenance actions, contributing to a 97 percent ready-for-Issue rate. In addition, his maintenance efforts led to the repair of 46 test program set assets resulting in the restoration of 21 individual maintenance readiness list (IMRL) assets to full mission capability. He managed 226 line items and 12 electrostatic discharge stations as the IMRL petty officer. As a CSADD member, he participated in chapter events including two food sale fundraisers, two car washes and a command ice cream social. He also participated in the NAS Oceana Denim Walk to end domestic violence and the March of Dimes. His mentorship led to the advancement of eight of his peers through the organization of an E-3 exam study group. In addition, he mentored three junior Sailors, resulting in two college enrollments, the selection of one Blue Jacket of the Quarter, the completion of four professional military education courses, and he led each protégé to complete 25 hours of community service.
Logistic Specialist Airman Piero Macassimorachimo was selected as FRCMA Oceana Blue Jacket of the Year, Fiscal Year 2015. While serving as a logistics specialist, his primary duty was as the hazardous material (HAZMAT) control and management (HMC&M) program supervisor assistant. He was directly responsible for the upkeep of 119 hazardous material distribution lockers, 28 hazardous waste disposal areas and supervising 82 hazardous material petty officers during their daily operations. Macassimorachimo personally managed the storage and disposal of 10,077 hazardous materials for seven divisions supporting 19 tenant commands on board NAS Oceana. He handled the requisition of more than $1 million of hazardous materials from ordering, receiving, processing and then distributing with zero discrepancies. His dedication, professionalism and attention to detail was instrumental is HMC&M program receiving a grade of “Outstanding” and being recognized as a “model” program during the 2015 Commander, Naval Air Forces Aviation Maintenance Inspection. He is the driving force behind the HMC&M Program.
Information compiled by AD1(AW) Autumn M. Zawadzki
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COMMUNITY
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WINTER WONDERLAND DEC. 1-31 Celebrate the season at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center with Winter Wonderland, a holiday classic for generations of Hampton Roads visitors and residents. Animated displays from the Coleman Collection feature Victorian skaters and carolers, enchanted forest of bears, deer and other fauna along with Santa’s workshop, candy store and bakery. These holiday displays delight visitors of all ages. During Winter Wonderland there is also an array of holiday activities including crafts, face-painting, tasty treats, performances including plays,live music, and more. Admission to Winter Wonderland is $3 per person or free for museum members. For more information please call 393-8543 or visit www.PortsmouthArtCenter.com.
HOLIDAY TRAIN DISPLAY DEC. 4-12, 6 P.M. Come and enjoy a large-scale train display from the Tidewater Big Train Operators Club at the Avalon Church of Christ in Virginia Beach. There will be 20+ trains running through towns including an area to ‘Welcome Home Vietnam Vets,’ a Winter Wonderland theme, a Lego Town, Snow Town and Fairy Town. Weekend hours begin at 10 a.m. Visit www.tbto.org for more information.
PANCAKES, PAWS AND SANTA CLAWS DEC. 5, 8 A.M. Make it merry at the Virginia Zoo this holiday season. Eat breakfast with Santa, meet zoo animal ambassadors, make a craft, enjoy all-day zoo admission and take home a lasting memento of you and Saint Nick. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit virginiazoo.org/ events/pancakes-paws-and-santa-claws-2015.
OCEANA CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY PARTY DEC. 5, 1 P.M. Join the NAS Oceana First Class Petty Officer’s Association at the annual Children’s Holiday Party on Dec. 5 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. The NAS Oceana CNATTU Hangar will be transformed for Santa’s visit to NAS Oceana.There will be bounce houses, lunch with Santa, a raffle drawing, toys and pictures with Santa for children to enjoy.
HOLIDAY PARADE AT THE BEACH DEC. 5, 5:30 P.M. The 2015 Holiday Parade at the Beach, with over 90
parade units, will make its way down Atlantic Avenue in a joyous celebration of the holiday season. Giant balloons, marching bands, lighted floats, equestrian units, fire trucks, performing dance groups, motorcycles and more join forces to present a dazzling and entertaining night of fun for all ages. Santa himself will also make a grand appearance. The parade will travel north on Atlantic Avenue from 15th Street to 25th Street. For complete information about the Holiday Parade at the Beach visit BeachStreetUSA.com.
NAS OCEANA FAMILY FEST DEC. 12, 11 A.M. Come enjoy some holiday fun with your NAS Oceana shipmates at the NAS Oceana Winter Family Fest. Drop by the NASO Youth Center for photos with Santa, games & crafts, a face painter, moonwalks, a rock wall and much more. The Aerotheater will be open for a movie showing and there will be bowling at Freedom Lanes. Concessions will be available for $1 per item. For more information, call 433-3301.
CHELSEA/WEST GHENT HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE DEC. 11, 5 P.M. Join Norfolk’s West Ghent/Chelsea businesses on Dec. 11, from 5 - 9 p.m. for a fun, family-friendly time at the Chelsea Holiday Open House. Everyone is welcome to enjoy complimentary holiday refreshments at each location including food trucks, roasting marshmallows, funnel cakes and more.There will also be entertainment at each location including musical performances, pony rides, a Krampus celebration, an art exhibition, a moonwalk, prizes and more.The event will happen in Chelsea from Redgate Avenue to Olney Road and from Claremont Street to Orapax Street and will take place inside and outside of The Muse Writers Center,The New Leaf, Lacey Lee Fitness, Princess Anne Estates, Smart Mouth Brewing Company, The Bakehouse at Chelsea, Otzi Tattoo Agency, The Big Yellow House at Boissevain, Acclaimed Events, The Birch Bar, Tortilla West, and others. For more information about the celebration, please visit www.chelseanorfolk.org.
27TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN HAMPTON LIGHTED BOAT PARADE DEC. 11, 7 P.M. Cruise into the holiday spirit at the 27th annual Downtown Hampton Lighted Boat Parade. More than 20 boats are expected to participate in this free nautical light show taking place on the downtown Hampton water-
Friday, December 4 8 p.m. - Goosebumps (PG, 103 min.)
Saturday, December 5 9:30 a.m. - SENSORY FRIENDLY MOVIE Goosebumps (PG, 103 min.) Doors open at 9 a.m. 1 p.m. - Spectre (PG-13, 148 min.) 6 p.m. - SNEAK PREVIEW In the Heart of the Sea (PG-13, 122 min.)
Sunday, December 6 1 p.m. - Goosebumps (PG, 103 min.) 4 p.m. - Love the Coopers (PG-13, 106 min.) 7 p.m. - Burnt (R, 100 min.) 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.
front. Beginning at 7:00 p.m., the parade of illuminated power and sail boats will be visible from anywhere along the Hampton River. However, spectators wanting to hear the narration will want to find a cozy spot near the Hampton Maritime Center. Those who don’t have a boat, but want to join the action, can board the Miss Hampton II tour boat. Spectators interested in riding on the Miss Hampton II are encouraged to make reservations by calling 722-9102.A contribution of an unwrapped toy that will be donated to Toys for Tots is appreciated. The estimated length of the Downtown Hampton Lighted Boat Parade is 30-45 minutes. Free parking is available throughout the downtown area.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS SEMINAR JAN. 6, 5 P.M. Are you a service member retiring soon? Have questions about the benefits you’re entitled to? Join Oceana’s Fleet and Family Support Center for a Retirement Benefit Seminar.Topics covered will include the Survivor Benefit Plan and retirement planning, choosing between Tricare Prime or Standard and the GI Bill eligibility and transferring. For more information, call 433-2912.
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SPORTS &
Fitness Classes Regularly scheduled fitness classes are held at the NAS Oceana Hornets Nest Gym and the Dam Neck Annex Fitness Center. Offerings include restorative yoga, cardio kickboxing, stroller aerobics, Zumba, high-intensity interval training and more.
FITNESS JINGLE BELL 5K RUN/WALK DEC. 5, 9:30 A.M. The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is one of the most spirited fun runs in the nation. The Jingle Bell Run is a fun and festive holiday theme 5K and even better, funds raised benefit arthritis research. Get in the spirit on race day by wearing holiday themed costumes and tying jingle bells to your running shoes. Join us and celebrate after the race at Calypso Bar and Grill located at 1101 Atlantic Avenue, Oceanfront, Virginia Beach. Enjoy happy hour drink and food specials for all runners and walkers from noon - 4 p.m. on race day. Don’t forget to mention the code word: Jingle Bell Run to receive special discounts. For more information, visit www.jbr.org.
HOLIDAY HAM CLASSIC BEST-BALL SCRAMBLE DEC. 5, 11 A.M. Come out to the NAS Oceana Aeropines Golf Club Dec. 10 for the Holiday Ham Classic Best-Ball Scramble. Check-in is at 10:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 11:30 a.m.Active duty, retirees and eligible family members can register their foursome at the pro shop before close of
FFSC
business on Dec. 7. Don’t have a foursome? Don’t worry, they can assign you to a team.There is a $40/person fee, $45/guest, and must be paid at the time of sign up.About one-third of the teams will win hams, plus there will be prizes for closest to the pin. Food and refreshments will be available following play.
HOLLY JOLLY JOG WITH 5K KIDS DEC. 12, 7 A.M. The Holly Jolly Jog is a run/walk 5K for all ages. Enjoy the holiday decorations and window shop as you run/ walk the race at Peninsula Town Center. The course is flat and scenic and beautifully lined with Christmas trees and lights.The 5K will be run/walked at Peninsula Town Center. Runners/walkers will convene at Peninsula Park at the Peninsula Town Center. Registration, vendor and game tables will be open to all at 7 a.m. Same day registration will be available. For more information and to register, please visit www.5kkids.com.
TACKY SWEATER 5K DEC. 12, 9 A.M. The Tacky Sweater 5K is a festive holiday event that
Fleet and Family Support Centers
WORKSHOPS NEW PARENT RESOURCE AWARENESS WORKSHOP DEC. 4, 8 A.M. — NOON
NAVY FAMILY OMBUDSMAN BASIC TRAINING DEC. 4-6, 8:30 A.M. — 4 P.M.
EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING DEC. 7 & 17, 9 A.M. — NOON
SAPR COMMAND LIAISON TRAINING DEC. 8, 8 A.M. — 4 P.M.
SPONSOR TRAINING DEC. 8, 1 — 2:30 P.M.
features a 5K run and a 5K walk and takes place at Ocean View Beach Park in Norfolk. Run tacky in support of Edmarc Children’s Hospice. The Tacky Sweater 5K also features a festive post-race party with live entertainment, finisher medals and more. For more information and to register, visit tackysweater5k.mettleevents.com/.
SECOND ANNUAL CFC BOWLING TOURNAMENT DEC. 12, 2:30 P.M. Show off your prowess with the pins and help a good cause. The Second Annual Combined Federal Campaign Bowling Tournament pits bowlers against each other in a three-game series with all proceeds benefiting the Combined Federal Campaign of South Hampton Roads. Registration fees are $20 for single bowlers, $30 per person on the adult doubles team and $30 per child/adult doubles team. All donations are tax deductible. Same day registration is available but advanced registration is encouraged. Contact PS1(AW) Ashley Gray at ashley.t.gray@ navy.mil. Non-military/DoD identification card holders must register by Dec. 5.
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.
DADS AND DISCIPLINE
CAREER PLANNING
DEC. 8, 4 — 6:30 P.M.
DEC. 14, 9 A.M. — NOON
CREDIT MANAGEMENT
TSP — YOUR KEY TO FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE
DEC. 8 & 15, 5 — 6:30 P.M.
ART OF MONEY MANAGEMENT DEC. 10, 8 A.M. — 4 P.M.
JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES DEC. 10, 9 A.M. — NOON
SMART START: FINANCES FOR NEWLYWEDS DEC. 14, 8:30 — 10 A.M.
DEC. 14, 10 — 11:30 A.M.
DECKPLATE RESOURCE AWARENESS TRAINING DEC. 15 & 16, 8 A.M. — 4 P.M.
JOB NETWORK DEC. 17, NOON — 1 P.M.
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VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED HATS FOR THE HOMELESS
Hats for the Homeless provides new hand-knitted or crocheted stocking hats for the homeless in Newport News and surrounding cities. The hats are distributed by organizations working directly with the homeless. We need stitchers and yarn. If you want to do something to help the homeless, you can do this from the safety and comfort your home. Patterns and stitching lessons provided. Yarn drop off and hat pickup provided. Donations accepted in the form of hats, yarn, stitching and drivers. If interested, please visit www.volunteertidewater.com.
VIRGINIA BEACH ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION CENTER Friends of Virginia Beach Animal Care & Adoption Center is always on the lookout for new members who would like to help make a positive difference in our city and change the future of any adoptable pet that needs a new home. We need volunteers! You can help save lives - whether you can dedicate just a few hours each month to walk and play with a dog or comfort a cat, help potential
adopters find the perfect pet or would like to help us with special events, gathering donations of supplies and helping to raise awareness to the needs of companion animals in our city. No help is too small and all volunteer opportunities are flexible. If interested, please visit www.beachpetpals.org and click the “Volunteer” link in the navigation window.
everyone. Share a few hours a month, learn the history of amazing aircraft and share their stories with others. All that’s required is enthusiasm. Volunteer opportunities include: docents, photographers, videographers, audio techs, special events, facilities and children’s activities. Call 721-7767 or email volcoord@aviationmuseum.us for information about volunteer orientation.
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There are countless ways volunteers support the USO, but they all share an abiding dedication to service members and their families. Whether it’s helping out at a special event, cheering troops at homecoming, manning a front desk or providing a listening ear, our volunteers are the reason service members know they can count on the USO. To volunteer with USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia, visit usohrcv.com/volunteer.
Are you curious about what goes on every day at the aquarium? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge about marine animals or learning about the environment? Do you want to know more about sharks or Komodo dragons? If you answered yes, then volunteering at the Aquarium is for you. There are many great volunteer opportunities available. Whether you’re 11, 81 or somewhere in between, the aquarium has the perfect spot for you. You don’t need to be a marine biologist, just share a passion for conservation and educating people about marine animals and the environment. For more information, visit www.virginiaaquarium.com/join/volunteer.
MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUM Do you like meeting people and vintage airplanes? The Military Aviation Museum has volunteer opportunities for
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