Southernmost Flyer Aug. 4, 2017

FRIDAY, AUG. 4, 2017

Eye on the Fleet

SEA of JAPAN

VOL. 17 NO. 31

CPO selects begin initiation

By MC2 Cody Babin Southernmost Flyer

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(July 31, 2017) MNSN Trevor Garcia inspects an M2HB .50-caliber machine gun during a live-fire weapons training evolution aboard the Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9) after completion of 2JA 2017 Mine Countermeasures Exercise (2JA-17 MCMEX). Pioneer is forward deployed to Sasebo, Japan.

U.S. Navy photo by MC2 William McCann

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t’s the time of year where Facebook is filled with status updates from excited first class petty officers and congratulatory messages from family and friends.

It’s chief select season and Naval Air Station Key West and its tenant commands are in no shortage of social media updates on those chosen to wear anchors.

Nine first class Sailors representing NAS Key West, tenants and visiting detachments, gathered Thursday at the Chief Petty Officers Mess on Boca Chica Field after the selections were announced.

They are: BMC (SEL)

Walley Weekfall and ACC (SEL) Joseph Blocker II, NAS Key West; AOC (SEL) Scott Larrick, ADC (SEL) Chiann Klempke and LSC (SEL) Ben Joseph, Fleet Readiness Center; LSC (SEL) Jose Camposflores, Aviation Support Detachment; AEC (SEL) John Gearhart and AM1 Dennis Diage, Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106; and ADC (SEL) Timothy Hall, Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32.

The chief selection process started far before the names of the perspective members were announced.

“After the advancement exam is tallied, board-eligible first classes are given their ‘ticket to the dance,’” said NAS Key West CMC

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U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Cody Babin

Naval Air Station Key West Command Master Chief Lee Friedlander, far left, and ACCS Chris Ollinger, far right, are shown with eight of the nine Sailors who learned Thursday they have been selected for advancement to chief petty officer. The selectees now begin a five-week training process to prepare them for their anchors.

Lee Friedlander. “A panel of ages, and announces the senior leaders then reviews selectees the first week of all of the candidates’ pack- August.”

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PINT-SIZED Comic meet & greet. . . . . 6, 7 TOP OF PAGE ONE: An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the ‘Flying Eagles’ of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 122 launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70).

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TCTS hits sortie milestone

ON TOUR Scouts meet Sailors . . . . . . 3 AWARD Navy housing

The leadership train-

U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Cody Babin

Lt. Drew Kocher and Lt. Cmdr. Brad Williams from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32 out of Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia, landed Tuesday at Boca Chica Field after completing Tactical Combat Training System’s 100,000th pod-tracked sortie since the system began tracking using GPS technology in 2006.

viators flying an F/A18/F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32 marked a milestone Tuesday logging the 100,000th sortie tracked by Naval Air Station Key West’s Tactical Combat Training System.

TCTS began utilizing GPS tracking via pods on the aircraft in 2006.

The system measures all

aspects of the sortie, giving the aviators an in-depth breakdown of their combat training flight.

Before that, tracking was land based and debriefs were on white boards or with model jets on sticks.

“Over the years, thousands of visiting pilots have trained with our outstanding pilots from the Sun Downers of Fighter Squadron Composite 111 see TCTS page 8

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‘If not you, then who?’

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Aug. 4 1943 - The first Navy Expert Pistol Shot Medal is awarded to a woman, Ensign Rosalie Thorne, U.S. Navy Reserve. She scores 211 out of 240 to qualify.

Aug. 5 1990 - Operation Sharp Edge begins, with evacuation of U.S. citizens and foreign nationals from Liberia during its civil war.

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hether it is a big or small gesture, we can make a lasting impact on someone when we step in to help meet a need.

Giving to others can bring happiness into our lives; but there may be times when we use the excuse that someone else will take on the mission of giving. Maybe we are busy and don’t feel like we have the time, or maybe it is out of our comfort zone.

Whatever the reason, we must also ask ourselves, if we don’t meet that need, who will?

Sometimes we may think that someone we know could do a better job than ourselves. At other times, we are just being selfish-

1917 - During World War I, the tank steamer S.S. Campana is captured and sunk by the German submarine U-61 in the Bay of Biscay.

ness.

I want to challenge you to look past that person in the mirror and get involved with your community.

Focusing only ourselves can give us a negative outlook on life. The “my CHAPLAIN'S needs come first CORNER and others’ come second” mentality can cause the world to implode around us.

How do we get rid of selfNAS Key West absorbed attiCommand Chaplain tudes? First off, Lt. Cmdr. find servantScott Mason minded friends instead of the selfish ones. You have probably heard “bad company corrupts good character.” Seek out the leaders in your community that are making a positive impact.

Look for organizations that do

for others. Those organizations could be a non-profit like your church, the American Red Cross and Salvation Army, for example. Sometimes we only need to look as close as our neighbor next door. Finding ways to give to others will change your outlook.

The next time you see someone with a need ask yourself if you can help. If not you, then who? Remember, it’s about that person you are helping, not you.

Please come and join us on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. for services; this Sunday we are at the Sigsbee Community Center for worship service. Please visit our Facebook page (Truman Chapel) for upcoming events.

If you are in need of chaplain care, please call your chaplains at 305-293-2318, Naval Air Station Key West, or 305-2928788, Coast Guard Sector Key West.

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Aug. 7 1918 - Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is established as the Naval Mine Depot.

Aug. 8 1933 - Commander, Aircraft Battle Force, requests the authority to use variable-pitch propellers during forthcoming exercises on six Boeing F4B-4s of VF 3.

Aug. 9 1842 - The Webster-Ashburton Treaty is signed. In the treaty, the U.S. and Great Britain agree to cooperate in suppressing the slave trade.

Aug. 10 1831 - The U.S. flag gains the nickname of Old Glory from William Driver, master of the brig USS Charles Daggert.

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U.S Navy photo by MC2 Cody Babin

aval Air Station Key West Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby Baker recognizes Emergency Manager Steve McBride Monday for 15 years of service. This is McBride’s second retirement; he is also a retired Army veteran.

Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby J. Baker Executive Officer Cmdr. Greg Brotherton PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER Trice Denny EDITOR Jolene Scholl STAFF MC2 Cody Babin 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.

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State issues new secure DL From Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles

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he Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has announced that a new, more secure Florida driver license and identification card are being introduced and will be implemented by January.

Locally, the new card most likely won’t be avaible until toward the end of the year, DMV officials said.

The new design includes nearly double the fraud protection measures compared to the previous design. Along with critical anti-fraud features, the new design incorporates designations for life-

ALWAYS PREPARED

time sportsman’s, boater, freshwater, saltwater and hunting licenses, as well as designations for veterans, organ donor, deaf/hard of hearing and developmentally disabled.

The new credential design will be available at all service centers and online by the end of December. Previous driver license and ID cards will still be in use alongside the new credential until they are replaced or phased out.

All credentials issued after Jan. 1, 2018, will have the new look and security features. Any credentials with the previous style with an issue date after Jan. 1, 2018, are fraudulent.

For details, visit www. flhsmv.gov/newDL.

A Hometown: Sacramento Prior Duty Stations: NATTC, Pensacola Hobbies: Sleeping.

Future Plans: Get a bachelor’s degree and become an officer.

U.S. Navy photo by Jolene Scholl

WS2 Corey Furtado, Naval Air Station Key West Search and Rescue, discusses what he does as a rescue swimmer with members of Boy Scout Troop 588 from Hillsboro, Oregon, during a tour Monday at Boca Chica Field. HM3 Jacob Lake, far right, also spoke to the troop about being a SAR medical technician.

CPO car wash

Job Title: Air Traffic Controller

Most Interesting Experience: Four-day drive from California to Pensacola, Florida, with two children and wife.

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AC3 Charne Ireland

Briefly…

The Chief Petty Officers Mess will have a fundraising car wash from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday at Boondocks, MM 27. Set up begins at 10:30 a.m.

Funds will support the Khaki Ball in September when newly-pinned chief petty officers are honored.

For more information, email chris. ollinger@navy.mil.

year’s annual Feds Feed Families campaign until Aug. 31.

Civilians and military members are encouraged to donate canned food, rice and other staples at collection boxes located at various sites on Boca Chica Field, including the Command Quarter Deck, Bldg. A-324; the Air Operations/air terminal lobby, Bldg. 4085; and the main entrance to Hangar A-936.

Food drive continues

Get active with MCHC

Naval Air Station Key West’s The Multicultural Heritage Junior Enlisted Association will con- Committee is looking for more people tinue to collect non- perishable food Sailors and DOD civilians - to join the for local food banks as part of this organization. The MCHC meets every

Thursday at noon in Bldg. A-324 conference room, Boca Chica Field.

For more information, email PRC Michael Dees at michael.dees@navy. mil.

CSADD seeks members The Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions is currently looking for new members. Meetings are every Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Air Ops Conference Room. CSADD a peer-to-peer mentorship program focusing on volunteerism.

For more information, email AZCS(AW) Amy-Shirelle Santos at amy-shirelle.santos@navy.mil.

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MWR Update Miami trip MWR is providing transportation to the Dolphin Mall in Miami, now rescheduled for Aug. 12.

Transportation departs at 8 a.m. from the Sigsbee Community Center (across from the dog park) and returns by 8 p.m. The fee is $7 per person and tickets can be purchased at the Tickets & Travel Office on Sigsbee Park. For additional information, call 305563-0364.

Monster Jam MWR is providing transportation ONLY to Saturday’s Monster Jam 1 p.m. show. To purchase tickets or for more information about tickets, visit http://bbt.centersunrise. com/Tickets-Active.php?e ventID=2332550&venue ID=1171. Transportation seating is limited and available and on a first-come, first-served basis.

The cost is $7 per person.

The vehicle leaves from the Sigsbee Community Center (across from dog park) at 8:15 a.m., returning by 8 p.m. Register for transportation at the Community Recreation Tickets & Travel Office on Sigsbee Park. for more information, call or text Sarah Graves at 305563-0364.

Women’s seminar

per person. Register at the Sigsbee Tickets & Travel Office to reserve a seat.

Only 20 spots are available.

Call 305-563-0364 for more information.

Dolphin Center Join MWR Aug. 26 for a visit to the Dolphin Research Center. Discounted admission fees are paid at the gate. The tickets are: Adult (8 and older) - $14; Child (4 - 8 years) - $11.50; 3 years and younger - free.

The transportation fee is $5 per person. Register at the Tickets & Travel Office on Sigsbee Park.

Transportation leaves from Sigsbee Community Center (across from the dog park) at 9:30 a.m. Those wanting to drive themselves should call or text Sarah Graves at 305-563-0364 for more information. To register for dolphin interactions, please call the Dolphin Research Center directly at 305-2891121 before Aug. 19.

Job opportunities There are currently a number of open positions within MWR and NGIS. There is an urgent need for full time and flex child care workers and housekeepers but many other positions available. For a full list of open positions and a PDF application form visit www.NavyMWRKeyWest. com/jobs.

MWR is offering a Women’s Self-Defense Bowling center Seminar for women 18 and older from 6 - 9 p.m. Tuesday Airlanes Bowling Center at the Sigsbee Community & Grill is open with the Center. Athletic attire rec- following hours of operaommended. The cost $5 tion: Mondays, Tuesdays,

Thursday and Fridays, 3 - 10:30 p.m.; Wednesdays 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.; and Saturdays, noon - 6 p.m. The center is closed Sundays.

A minimum of four lanes will be available to patrons during evening league play Mondays - Wednesdays and Fridays. Bumpers are available on most of the lanes and the grill is open for food and beverages.

To book an event, call 305-293-2976.

PG-13, at 6 p.m.

Aug. 11: “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Lies,” rated PG-13, at 6 p.m.

Aug. 12: “Captain Underpants: First Epic Movie,” rated PG, at 10:30 a.m.

Aug. 12: “Baywatch,” rated R, at 6 p.m.

Aug. 18: “Sleight,” rated R, at 6 p.m.

Summer hours

The Liberty Single Sailor Program is open to all single or unaccompanied active duty military personnel E-6 and below. Visit us on Facebook at “MWR Liberty

Navigator’s Bar is open regular hours up until football season. Once games begin the bar will remain open until the end of the game. The current hours are Mondays - Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Fly Away Café at Navigator’s is open 10 a.m. 7 p.m. Monday - Friday, and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Liberty activities

Key West” and request to be added to the closed Liberty Group. For additional information, email naskwliberty@gmail.com.

Friday: MWR Back to School Open House at 5 - 8 p.m. Volunteer opportunity.

Saturday: Monster Jam, departs at 8:30 a.m.

Transport only, purchase tickets at www.govx.com.

Sunday: Ft. Zachary Taylor, Key West, Depart barracks at 11 a.m.

Transportation, snorkel gear and lunch provided.

Thursday: Lasagna dinner, barracks common room at 6 p.m.

Aug. 11: Pool tournament, barracks rec room at 6 p.m.

Aug. 13: Butterfly & Nature Conservatory, $8.25, at 10 a.m.

Aug. 18: Birthday bash game night, barracks common room at 6 p.m.

Aug. 19: Florida Keys Outreach Coalition, from 9 a.m. - noon. Volunteer opportunity Aug. 20: Back country kayaking, $17, from 10 a.m.

- noon.

Aug. 24: Crafters anonymous, barracks common room at 6 p.m.

Aug. 26: Dolphin Research Center, Marathon, $14, depart barracks at 9 a.m.

Aug. 27: Parasail with Fury Water Adventures, $20, register by Aug. 24.

Housing team lauded

Free movies The Beach Patio Recreation Center offers movie premieres on Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. (this is a new time - previously movies were at 1 p.m.). Note that the facility is only open to patrons aged 18 and older after 4 p.m. daily.

For more information visit www.

NavyMWRKeyWest.com.

Friday: “Alien: Covenant,” rated R, at 6 p.m.

Saturday: “Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the Long Haul,” rated PG, at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday: “King Arthur: Legend of the Sword,” rated

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aval Air Station Key West Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby Baker, far right, recognized the installation’s housing team with the 2016 Crystal Award July 27. The award was for Unaccompanied Housing achieving an overall satisfaction rate of more than 91 percent as surveyed by the service members who live in UH.

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Incoming victim advocates complete SAPR training

By Danielle Martin

Sexual Assault Response Coordinator

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our military members recently completed a 40-hour Sexual Assault Prevention and Response training class for victim advocates.

The training covered a wide-range of SAPRrelated topics and input from guest speakers including Naval Air Station Key West Executive Officer Cmdr. Gregory Brotherton.

All four participants completed and submitted applications to the DOD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program for SAPR VA credentialing.

The SAPR VA provides a vital role in the delivery of services to victims of sexual assault. The advo-

cate is a primary source of information, such as victim rights, military and community resources, as well as restricted and unrestricted reporting options.

SAPR VAs also support sexual assault prevention and intervention strategies at their commands.

Those interested in learning more about becoming a SAPR VA should contact Danielle Martin at 305-293-2408, danielle.c.martin@navy. mil or stop by FFSC at 804 Sigsbee Road. The next class is scheduled for 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sept. 25 - 29.

If you are a victim of sexual assault 24/7 assistance is available. Contact DOD Safe Helpline at 877995-5247, a NAS Key West SAPR VA at 305-797-1408.

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This week at FFSC Ombudsman Assembly Wednesday, 5:30 - 7 p.m., FFSC A local assembly provides an excellent forum for sharing community matters affecting the well-being of the command family members. It allows for an opportunity to share successful practices. For more information, call Amanda Slater at 305-293-4409.

Parenting workshop Thursday, 2 - 3:30 p.m., FFSC The parenting workshops are interactive. Topics include but are not limited to soothing your baby, child safety, non-violent discipline skills and parental selfcare. Register with Neasie Boggess at 305-293-4411

Photo courtesy Fleet and Family Support Center

Incoming victim advocates recently completed Sexual Assault Response and Prevention training with Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Danielle Martin. They are, from left, Staff Sgt. Rachel Blevins, Martin, LS1 Dlana Agee, HM1 Karen Cate, and HM2 Edward Hubble.

Fleet and Family Support Center’s hours of operation are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday. FFSC offers many services including deployment support, relocation assistance, family employment readiness, life skills education, personal financial management, sexual assault prevention and response, ombudsman support, transition assistance management, family advocacy and professional counseling. For more information or to request services, call 305-293-4408 or visit the center at 804 Sigsbee Rd., Sigsbee Park.

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Youngsters meet superheroes, princesses From Morale, Welfare and Recreation

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ore than 200 Naval Air Station Key West patrons flocked to Trumbo Palms Saturday, where they met comic book superheroes and Disney movie princesses as part of Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s “2017 Character Meet & Greet.”

Children donned their

own costumes as well, dressing like their favorite characters. Each child received an autograph book for their heroes/princesses to sign, as well as lunch, memorabilia and an opportunity to participate in different activities, like face painting and crafting.

Because of the popularity of the previous meet-andgreets, MWR hosted two sessions this year; 220 fans participated in Saturday’s

event.

The cast of characters were Captain America, Wonder Woman, Spiderman, Superman, Iron Man, Batman, Cinderella, Jasmine, Belle, Elsa and Anna.

Sponsors for the event were Fury Water Adventures, VFW Post 3911, Sparkling Ice, Navy League Key West Council and NAS Key West Chief Petty Officers Association.

U.S. Navy photos by Danette Baso Silvers

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CPO

Community spirit

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ing, CPO 365, was implemented in 2011 to prepare first class petty officers to become chiefs. The program is split into two phases. The first phase includes training for first class petty officers. Phase two only begins for those who are selected by the board to

TCTS

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U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Travis Bachorski

aval Air Station Key West’s Military Working Dog team, bicycle patrol team and Security personnel participated in Key West’s ‘National Night Out’ Tuesday at Bayview Park. NNO promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

NAS Classifieds ROOMMATE WANTED: Seeking a roommate M/F to share a condo or apartment. I am a gainfully employed civilian Navy; non-smoker. Pets okay.

Clean and neat a must!

If interested please call James at 773-576-0346.

ROOM FOR RENT One-person rental on a wide canal in Key Haven.

No pets. Large bedroom with ½ bath and living area, furnished. 360 square foot in total. Private entrance.

Very clean and quiet. May use main bath for bathing or shower. Share washer and dryer and use of kitchen. On street parking. $1,300 per month/security deposit $750/cleaning deposit $250.Electric bill negotiable. Absolutely no drinking, smoking or drug use on the property.

Landlord will conduct background checks at landlord’s cost. Call 305-304-1486 FOR SALE 2004 Jeep Liberty V-6/3.7 Liter, 2WD, silver color, $1,500. Contact Jerold at 850-532-4174.

Fisherman’s special: Pickup and flats boat. 2007 Ford F-150 Supercrew $12,000; 2006 Hewes Redfisher 18 foot flats boat - $18,000. Buy both for $26,000 firm. Call Dave, 305-797-4363.

HELP WANTED Joint Interagency Task Force South seeks to fill two full-time general maintenance positions; pay ranges from $20 - $25 based on experience. A part-time custodial position, 15 - 18 hours, is also open. Military veterans are encouraged to apply; positions require a security clearance. For more information, call Yogi at 305293-5841.

Established local construction company seeks experienced lead carpenter - full time. Work includes framing, siding, installation of doors, windows and trim (indoor and outdoor). Must have

well-developed carpentry, supervisory, communication and business skills.

Must have personal carpentry hand and power tools and reliable transportation (truck or van preferred). Minimum high school diploma required.

Submit resume to pinewoodgc@gmail.com.

First State Bank of the Florida Keys has positions available for the following: IT technician; retail banking systems trainer; fulltime and part-time teller, lead teller, part-time payment processor, assistant branch operations manager, VP/regulatory compliance/BSA Officer. www.

KeysBank.com/Careers.

NAS KEY WEST CLASSIFIEDS are free for activeduty 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 305-293-2627.

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 305-293-2425.

using this system that has been expertly managed under the guidance of Range Systems Manager Orville Brown. Bravo Zulu to the entire TCTS team,” said Naval Air Station Key

join the CPO community.

In the past the transition to chief was much different than it is today.

“The training as well as its name was changed to eliminate the hazing stigma,” said Friedlander.

“This cycle the name was changed back to ‘chief initiation,’ however, the training still reflects team building, cohesion and humility.”

The new selectees started the program Thursday and will complete the training just before their pinning ceremony in September.

Friedlander offered the following advice to the selectees: “Never forget where you came from, never ask a Sailor to do something you are not willing to do, and always take care of your Sailors.”

West Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby Baker.

With an expansive air range that aviators can access quickly, Brown anticipates the number of sorties to grow.

“The quality staff coupled with the NAS Key West range complex provides the warfighter more

‘bang for the buck’ on every training sortie flown and has allowed NAS Key West to become a shining jewel for air-to-air combat training,” Brown said.

“With these components NAS Key West looks to continue to provide world class training for another 100,000 sorties.”