FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2017
EYE ON THE FLEET
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SC-CS 17 set for Monday; expect delays QM2 Krystle Sanders, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), plots course directions while on watch. Bataan is underway conducting composite training unit exercise with it’s amphibious ready group in preparation for an upcoming deployment. U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Raymond Minami
inside: ADVOCATES SAPR training. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SAY HEY! Super Bowl shout-out. . . . . 3 ALOHA Luau in Paradise. . . . . . . . . . 6 HEADS UP: Register now for the Navy Ball Golf Tournament - see ‘Briefly’ on page 3. TOP OF PAGE ONE: ABH3 Class Dylan Mills directs the crew of a C-2A Greyhound from Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70).
NAVAL AIR STATION KEY WEST, FLORIDA
EA-6A DEDICATION
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ommander, U.S. Fleet Forces and Commander, Navy Installations Command will conduct Exercise Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield 2017 Monday through Feb. 10 on Navy installations located in the continental U.S. The drill at NAS Key West takes place Tuesday morning at Boca Chica Field. The exercise is scheduled to begin about 9 a.m. and may cause base delays during the training event. The annual SC-CS17 is an anti-terrorism force protection exercise designed to train Navy Security Forces to respond to threats to installations and units. “All commands under USFF tactical control for force protection will participate in the exercise,” said William Clark, CNIC exercise director. “Local area residents in the vicinity of naval installations may see increased military activity and possible traffic and pedestrian congestion associated with the exercise.” see TRAINING page 2
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aval Air Station Key West Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby Baker, far left, is shown with former NAS CO Capt. Michael Currie and his wife Elizabeth, middle, and Marine Col. Bill Nowadnick and his wife Pokey after a dedication ceremony Thursday at which their names were added to the EA-6A static aircraft on display at Boca Chica Field. Currie, who was CO from 1991 - 1993, actually flew in every variant of the EA-6A, including the one that now bears his name. Nowadnick, 95, started flying in 1943 and flew in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He flew 31 different aircraft, including the A6, in his career.
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aval Air Station Key West welcomed incoming CMDCM Lee Friedlander Jan. 20 in a “change of office” ceremony held during quarters at Boca Chica Field. Outgoing CMC Mark McDonald will retire in a
ceremony at 4 p.m., Feb. 10 at the Chief Petty Officers Mess on Boca Chica Field. Friedlander is a native of Miami and enlisted in the Navy in May 1990; he attended Radioman “A” school and Teletype Repair “C” school. He reported to USS Deyo (DD 989) and deployed in support of Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Operation Provide
Comfort, law enforcement operations in South America, BALTOPS and two NATO deployments. Friedlander earned his Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist and obtained the rank of RM2 (SW). From May 1995 May 1998, he served at NCTAMSLANT Naples Italy, as chief of the watch, and commissioned the new
Capodichino Technical Control Facility. He transferred to Headquarters Land South Verona, Italy, in May 1998 and served until January 2001 as the command control center in support of communications for Bosnia Herzegovina. He was promoted to IT1. Stationed at Southern see CMC page 3
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COMMANDING OFFICER Capt. Bobby J. Baker EXECUTIVE OFFICER Cmdr. Pornchai Davidson PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER Trice Denny EDITOR Jolene Scholl
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2006 - Guided Missile Destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) is commissioned.
Jan. 29 1942 - USS Quail (AM 15) bombards Japanese troop concentrations at Longoskawayan Point, Luzon.
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Five Sailors recently complete Sexual Assault and Response Victim Advocate training at Naval Air Station Key West. They are, from left, AC2 Sarah Jacobs, AM2 Shannon Radney, AS2 Christina Bexley, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Danielle Martin, AE2 Christopher Keup and AD1 Jason Cassette
1960 - The guided-missile destroyer USS John King (DDG 3) is launched at Bath, Maine.
Sailors complete initial SAPR VA training
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1981 - The era of Enlisted Naval Aviators comes to a close when the last enlisted pilot, Master Chief Robert K. Jones, retires after 38 years of naval service.
Feb. 1 1955 - Task Force 43 is established to plan Navy Antarctic operations called Operation Deep Freeze.
Feb. 2 1848 - The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo ends the Mexican-American War and establishes the boundaries between the two republics.
Feb. 3 1917 - President Woodrow Wilson, in an address to Congress, severs diplomatic relations with Germany after the country decides on the first of the month to reintroduce the policy of unrestricted U-boat warfare.
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ive Sailors this month completed the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate class, which involved 40 hours of training. The SAPR VA fills a vital role in the delivery of services to victims of sexual assault. The advocate is a primary source of information in victim rights, military and community resources, as well as reporting options. SAPR VAs also promote sexual
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The SC-CS17 exercise enhances the training and readiness of our security personnel and first responders. Additionally, it creates an integrated learning environment for installation
assault prevention and intervention strategies. Sailors covered a wide range of SAPR-related topics and welcomed several guest speakers, including Naval Air Station Key West Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby Baker, FFSC Director Theresa Burek, Family Assistance Program Counselor Jennifer Bristow, Chaplain Lt. Scott Mason, Officer-in-Charge Cmdr. Duneley Rochino from Naval Branch Health Clinic Key West, Criminal Investigation Division Detective Lee Anderson, Naval Criminal Investigative
Service Agent Adam Kallestad and NAS Staff Judge Advocate Lt. Sara Wooten. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a SAPR VA, please contact Danielle Martin at 305-2932408, danielle.c.martin@navy. mil or stop by the FFSC at 804 Sigsbee Road, Building V-4058. If you are a victim, 24/7 assistance is available. Contact DOD Safe Helpline at 877-995-5247, NASKW SAPR VA 305-7971408, or NASKW SARC 786383-7873. In case of emergency, please dial 911.
and afloat personnel to exercise functional plans and operational capabilities, he added. Measures have been taken to minimize disruptions to normal base operations. Residents near bases may also see increased security activity associated with the exercise. Informational updates will be
posted to the NAS Key West Facebook fan page and base personnel will receive AtHoc alerts to keep updated on force protection conditions and other emergency, environmental or exercise-related impacts on the area. For more information, call NAS Key West Public Affairs at 305-293-2027.
This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the military service and their families. Its contents do not necessarily reflect the official views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Navy and do not imply endorsement thereof. The editorial content of this newspaper is prepared, edited and provided by the Public Affairs Office of Naval Air Station Key West, Florida. Additional copy and photographs provided by the readers of the Southernmost Flyer should be addressed to: Editor, Southernmost Flyer, Public Affairs Office, Naval Air Station, Box 9001, Key West, FL 33040-9001. Copy can also be e-mailed to jolene.scholl@ navy.mil. Telephone (305) 293-2425/2434. DSN 4832425/2434. Deadline for all editorial copy is 4 p.m. the Friday preceding publication. All articles must be submitted on disk in text format, written in upper/lower case style.
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Briefly… Navy ball golf tourney set The Navy Ball Committee has scheduled the 7th Annual Navy Ball Golf Tournament for Feb. 10 at Key West Golf Club. Registration is at 6:30 a.m. and shotgun start is at 7:30 a.m. Registration fees are E6 and below, $55; E7 - O3, $70; 04 and above, civilians, $80. Pre-register by emailing one of the following: KeyWestAreaNavyBallCommittee@gmail.com, jeffrey.a.schwartz@navy.mil or nhan.p.branch@navy. mil. The pre-registration deadline is Feb. 3. Follow Key West Area Navy Ball Facebook page to see information on other Navy Ball fundraisers and information about October’s Navy Ball.
Vet clinic The Vet Clinic is from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Feb. 28 and March 1 in Bldg. 1509-A, Spadefish Court, Sigsbee Park. Canine treatments include rabies, distemper/kennel cough vaccinations, heartworm testing, and flea and heartworm prevention prescriptions. Feline treatments include rabies, distemper/combination vaccinations and flea prevention prescriptions. To schedule an appointment, or for questions, email KeyWestVetServ@gmail. see BRIEFLY page 5
U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Cody Babin
Naval Air Station Key West Command Master Chief Lee Friedlander spreaks to Sailors after a change of office ceremony on NAS Key West’s Boca Chica Field Jan. 20.
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Command, Miami, from January 2001 - January 2004, Friedlander was responsible for the joint conflict and tactical simulations network supporting anti-narco-terrorism in Central and South America. In September of 2001, he was selected for advancement to ITC. Serving on USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) from
January 2004 - February 2007, he deployed to C5F in support of anti-piracy Operations off the Horn of Africa. In May 2006, he attained the rank of ITCS and attended the Naval Senior Enlisted Academy. Stationed at Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic from April 2007 - June 2011 he was selected for command senior chief. He was assigned to the Army Sergeants Major
Academy (Class 62), at Fort Bliss, Texas, from July 2011 - July 2012, where he completed 40 weeks of academic studies in advanced military planning, strategies, national and military security as well as joint military operations. From July 2012 September 2014 he served on USS Halyburton (FFG40) and deployed to C5F/ C6F and C4F AOR’s in support of NATO anti-piracy operations and anti-narco
terrorism. He decommissioned USS Halyburton and was selected as the installation command master chief for Naval Weapons Station Yorktown from September 2014 - December 2016. In addition to his military training, his civilian education consists of a Bachelors of Science. in Information Technology Management with Honors, and a Masters of Business Administration in Leadership with Honors.
NAVCO offers Super Bowl shout-out for Sailors
Job Title: Naval air crewman Hometown: Baltimore Prior Duty Stations: Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9, Norfolk, Virginia
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Most Interesting Experience: Deploying. Future Plans: Carpe Diem.
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or the upcoming Super Bowl, the Navy Office of Community Outreach is giving Sailors the opportunity to share short, recorded shout-outs for their favorite team. The deadline to record a shout-out is 8 a.m. (ET)
Wednesday. To create a shout-out, follow these instructions: Call 1-855-687-6289. Pause for 3 - 5 seconds after the voice directions, and then - after the beep - begin recording your message after beep. Use the template script below. Once the caller has hung up, the audio file
will automatically be sent to NAVCO’s email where it will be screened before being shared with radio media outlets in the Sailors’ hometowns and the NFL team’s home states. Speak audibly and clearly. If we cannot understand the caller’s name, hometown or command the shout-out will be unusable.
Please stick to the script: “Hi, I’m Navy (rank) (full name) from (hometown), (home state) and currently serving at Naval Air Station Key West in Key West, Florida. I want to wish my (favorite team or home team) the (Atlanta Falcons or New England Patriots) good luck in the Super Bowl.”
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MWR Update Snorkeling 101 Learn proper snorkeling equipment-fitting and safety at one of two Snorkeling 101 classes on Feb. 4. The first class is from 9 - 10:30 a.m. with a second class from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. This class is for children 10 and older; parents are encouraged to participate with their children who are not completely comfortable in the ocean. The class will take place at “the circle” by the big chair on Sigsbee Park. Snorkeling gear will be provided and the class is free. Register at the Sigsbee Ticket Office.
Haywire at Sunset The classic rock band “Haywire” will perform from 5 - 9 p.m. Feb. 4 and March 18 at Sunset Lounge on Sigsbee Park. For more information, visit www. NavyMWRKeyWest.com/events.
Self-defense seminar Learn how to fight back in self-defense seminars with instructor Richard Thomas. The first seminar, for women aged 19 and older, is Feb. 7. Athletic attire is recommended. The cost is $5 per person; class is limited to 20. Register at the Sigsbee Ticket Office (full payment is required). The class is at the Sigsbee Community Center. Future defense classes are: Men’s (18and older), March 7; teen girls’, (15 - 18), April 4; teen boys’, (14 - 18), May 9; tween girls’, (10 - 14), June 20; tween boys’, (10 - 14), July 11.
Kid’s Fun Day The Kid’s Fun Day carnival is 2 - 5 p.m. Feb. 18 at Sigsbee Field. The family event includes carnival rides, inflatables, games and food; ride tickets must be purchased. Food sales benefit fundraisers on base. For more information, visit www.NavyMWRKeyWest. com/events or call 305-293-2783.
Dance clinic The Sigsbee Youth Center is hosting a dance clinic from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Mondays for children 5 - 18 years old starting Feb. 27. The registration deadline is Feb. 22. Dancers will perform at the 2017 Youth Fest April 8. Register at the Youth Center or call 305-293-4437.
Jam sessions All musicians are invited to join the jam session Fridays from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Sigsbee Community Center. All experience levels and all instruments are welcome. For more information call 305-293-4432.
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com. Please allow 48 hours for a reply. Appointments are scheduled every 30 minutes. The clinic is open to active duty, military retirees and dependents. Patrons must provide a valid military ID.
New date set for MMOY banquet Navy League Key West Council hosts its annual Military Member of the Year Awards Banquet Feb. 24 at the Grand DoubleTree Grand Key Resort The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with a cocktail hour; dinner is scheduled for 6 p.m. Reservations are required and must be made by Feb. 13. Tickets are $30 for E7 and above, and civilians; for E6 and below, tickets are $25. Military members should RSVP to HMCS (FMF) David Ocheltree at 305-293-2692 or email david.ocheltree@navy.mil. Civilians should contact Kehau Murray at 305-304-0142 or Gidget Johns at 305-797-0980.
Black History Month The Naval Air Station Key West Multicultural Heritage Committee is hosting a Black History Month event from11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Feb. 16 in Bldg. A-515, Boca Chica Field. For more information, contact CS2 Angel Garcia at angel.garcia@navy.mil.
Tax center to open The facilitated self-assistance, self-service tax center opens Feb. 1 and available until April 18 at the Fleet and Family Support Center, Bldg. V-4085, Sigsbee Park. The center is open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday. The tax center is available to active duty, their dependents, retired military and Reservists on active duty for 30 days or more. For more information, contact MAC Christie Kehm, 484-809-1562.
Wing challenge announced The Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions has organized the First Annual Super Bowl Wing Off and is encouraging all Naval Air Station Key West commands to represent at the challenge Feb. 3. Each command can be represented by up to five entries. Each entry must make a minimum of 20 wings. Participants will present their entries at 10 a.m., Feb. 3, at the Chief Petty Officers Mess on Boca Chica Field. Judging begins at 10:30 and winners will be announced at 12:30 a.m.; the event is open to all hands. The entry fee is $10; wings and drinks are available for purchase. For information, contact ET2 Derrick Luzolo at 305-293-2609.
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Island times celebrated at annual Luau FROM NAS KEY WEST PUBLIC AFFAIRS
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crowd estimated at 450 attended the Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s annual Luau in
Paradise Saturday at Sigsbee Park The event, catered by Destination Catering, featured Hawaiian dancers, fire and knife performers and a market. Sponsors were USAA, Waste
Management, AT&T, Fury Water Adventures, Sparkling Ice, Key West Military Affairs Committee, Navy League Key West Council and the Southernmost Chief Petty Officers Association.
U.S. Navy photos by Emma Harlow
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This week at FFSC TAP Workshop Feb. 6 - 10, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Bldg. A-515, Boca Chica Field This five-day workshop provides the most current information and referral
services to exiting military members and their spouses. Topics include the individual skills’ assessment, career research, understanding the civilian work place, the job search, interviewing techniques and veteran benefits.
Fleet and Family Support Center’s hours of operation are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday. For more information or to request services, call 305293-4408 or visit the center at 804 Sigsbee Rd., Sigsbee Park.
NAS Classifieds FOR RENT Little Torch Key - Cozy apartment. 1BD/1BA, fully furnished. Full kitchen, living room, dining. W/D. On canal. Most utilities included. No smoking, no pets. One person only. $1,500. F/L/S. Call 352-615-6677.
possess customer service skills, sound judgment and good decision making. Prior security, martial arts or military experience is a plus. Contact Marian Kershenbaum at 305-2962388, ext. 123 or marian@ sloppyjoes.com. EOE.
Bay Point - Very clean, private, 1BR/1BA with dock and beach. A/C, W/D. One person only. No smoking, no pets. Prefer military member. $1,500 F/L/S. Call 305-745-1462.
Womankind - Seeking medical professional (RN/ LPN/CMA) with administration experience to oversee medical front office and clinic of women’s health care center. Wide ranging responsibilities include: Providing exceptional customer service; supervising staff; managing the front office; and serving in the clinic. This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Experience with electronic health records and computer skills are required. Please email resumes to Cali Roberts at croberts@womankindkeywest.org; no phone calls please.
Old Town Key West 2br/2ba OFP LTL $3,000 p/m plus utilities, F/S, references, credit check, small pet considered. Available now. Call 305-522-4231. FOR SALE 2008 Infiniti G37s - Blue two door V6 5 speed auto/ manual, RWD, black leather seats, clear bra, Bose sound system, back-up camera, navigation, sport suspension. Very nice condition, no corrosion, dealership maintained with records. 131k miles/no accidents. Asking $10,000. Will discount 10 percent for NAS Key West AD, retired and DOD. Contact John Rarick at 305-902-7242 or email john.rarick@navy. mil. Jet Dock - No better way to protect the hull of your boat and not have to use bottom paint. Jet Dock measures 10’ X 20’ and is in excellent condition. Asking $4,500. Call Darrell at 305-745-2418. HELP WANTED The City of Key West is seeking 12 part-time bus drivers. $15.39/hour. Different shifts are available to employees work around other schedules. For more information, go to www.kwtransit.com http:// www.kwtransit.com. Security staff - Sloppy Joe’s Bar. Candidates must
Cudjoe Key TARS Site - Electronic Technician II - Employee will apply comprehensive technical knowledge to solve complex problems in working on electronic equipment. Responsibilities: Determines work sequence and selection of tools and testing instruments; performs corrective and preventive maintenance on the aerostat radar payload,
telemetry and control subsystems, tether subsystem, meteorological equipment, ground station electronic subsystems, communications subsystems, and site facility electronics as appropriate; performs all aerostat electronic subsystem preflight and post-flight checks and inspections as required; assists with the resupply and repair logistics activities for the aerostat electronics subsystems; performs routine clerical tasks such as posting and typing requisitions and performs other tasks associated with supply activities; receives stores and issues equipment, material, supplies, or tools and compiles stock records in stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard; counts, sorts, or weighs incoming articles to verify receipt of items on requisitions or invoices; stores articles according to identifying information; fills orders or issues supplies from stock; transports materials or supplies to other departments using hand or industrial equipment and vehicles; and performs all required storeroom activities for shipping and receiving including packing and crating services. Functions as a key member of the flight crew for inflation, deflation, launch, recovery, maintenance,
and in-flight activities and may be required to work in special man-lift vehicles. Candidate must be physically fit in order to assist in launching and recovering aerostat. Minimum qualifications: High school graduate; two years’ electronic maintenance and repair experience. Former or retired military preferred. Candidate must pass DHS background investigation. For information on how to apply, email Chip Lyons, Site Manager, at DLYONS04@harris.com or call 305-745-2099 or 305434-2484. NAS KEY WEST CLASSIFIEDS are free for active-duty and retired personnel, their families and civilian base employees only. Deadline for submissions is noon the Tuesday prior to that Friday’s issue. Make submissions to the NAS Key West Public Affairs Office by email, jolene.scholl@navy.mil; mail, P.O. Box 9001, Key West, FL 33040-9001; or fax submissions to 305293-2627. Unless otherwise directed, ads will run for four issues. Name and phone number must accompany all requests in order for them to be considered for publication. For more information, call 305293-2425.
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