THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012

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First‘Joining Forces’ Lady visits NAS Jax celebrates first year By Clark Pierce Editor

First lady Michelle Obama joined hundreds of military and civilian well wishers at NAS Jacksonville April 12 to celebrate the first anniversary of “Joining Forces” – the ini- tiative that Obama and Dr. Jill Biden For launched in 2011 more t o r e c o g n i z e , photos, honor and serve see military families. Pages The celebration 4-5 included every- thing you’d never imagine in a Navy aircraft han- gar – a rock ‘n’ roll band, Radio Disney Dancers, and a live feed to the Ellen DeGeneres Show. NAS Jacksonville Comman- ding Officer Capt. Bob Sanders welcomed the enthusiastic audience of high school stu- dents and parents. “Today is a time for cel- ebration, but it’s also a time to renew the call to action for Joining Forces. The outpour- ing of support this past year for Photo by Kaylee LaRocque First lady Michelle Obama and 17-year-old Maddie Stevens, daughter of VP-30 Commanding Officer Capt. Mark Stevens and wife See FIRST LADY, Page 5 Shiela, display their dance moves on the stage in Hangar 117 at NAS Jacksonville. ASN Garcia briefs NAS Jax Sailors By Kaylee LaRocque NAS Jax Public Affairs Specialist going to ERB again this year or next year. Our intention is to never ERB again. We will con- Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower tinue to make small adjustments to ensure we and Reserve Affairs), the Honorable Juan Garcia achieve the right balance.” III, met with Sailors from Naval Air Station Garcia also stressed how the Navy is helping Jacksonville during a town hall meeting April 11. those Sailors who are being transitioned out of Garcia briefed the group on several key issues the service. including the Navy’s Enlisted Retention Board “We are trying to ensure that every Sailor who (ERB), pay, retirement, tuition assistance, medi- is being transitioned out of the Navy is aware of cal benefits, the 21st Century Sailor and Marine the benefits they can receive, including retire- initiative and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. ment compensation for those who reach 15 years “Retention in our military services is extreme- by Sept. 1, involuntary separation pay, health ly high, maybe because of the economy or the care options for six months up to 18 months, compensation packages offered which now Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for equal civilian employer benefits. This has two years, and job placement services,” he said. caused many overmanned rates and we had Another goal the secretary discussed was the to find a way to balance our force, so the ERB importance of keeping highly talented service was created to ask one percent of our Sailors to members in the Naval Reserve. Photo by Kaylee LaRocque transition to the next chapter of their lives while “There is no way we could have gone through NAS Jax Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Sanders (left) greets keeping as many as possible in the Reserve the last decade without our Reserve component. Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs), the Honorable Juan Garcia, to the station on April 11 as force,” said Garcia. We mobilized 67,000 Individual Augmentees, Commander, Navy Region Southeast Rear Adm. Jack Scorby Jr. “Our message to our Sailors is that we are not See ASN, Page 8 looks on.

VR-62 achieves Main gate safety milestone to close By Lt. Paul Flusche VR-62 Public Affairs April 21

The VR-62 “Nomads” passed a major mile- From Staff stone in March, when they logged more than 70,000 Class A mishap-free flight hours dur- The NAS Jax main ing the logistics squadron’s 26 years of ser- gate at Yorktown vice. Avenue a nd U. S. The Nomads were praised by 17 w ill be closed Commanding Officer Cmdr. Alexander Saturday from 6 a.m. Ellermann and Executive Officer Cmdr. to 4 p.m. for mainte- Tony Scarpino. Photo courtesy of VR-62 nance. Squadron members work to provide rapid Flight line personnel from VR-62 prepare one of their four C-130T Hercules aircraft for a Building 9 (Pass response, global air logistics and support mission from NAS Jacksonville. The "Nomads" recently surpassed 70,000 mishap-free flight & ID Office) will be to U.S. maritime forces. The Navy Reserve hours. open for normal squadron based at NAS Jax operates four of numerous missions. These logistics missions numerous Navy and Marine Corps outposts weekend operations. the Navy’s 19 C-130T Hercules aircraft, mak- included passengers, parts and supplies, in the 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Drivers may access ing them a relevant, capable and robust part ammunition, ordnance and aircraft engines, The Nomads will detach to Atsugi, Japan the base through the of the Fleet Logistics Support Wing. as well as U.S. mail to boost morale and wel- in July, supporting Pacific Command with Birmingham Gate. VR-62 recently returned from deployment fare. They were an integral part of keep- short-notice, high-priority air logistics in Bahrain, where they provided support for ing the essential supply lines established to throughout the Pacific theater. I N S I D E Check us out Online! First Lady Be Aware Celebrates “Joining Forces” Gone Fishin’ CNRSE Issues Proclamations MWR Bass Tourney Pages 4-5 Page 3 Page 11 jaxairnews.com 2 JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012

(Left) Curtiss Model F flying boat awaits craning onto cruiser, circa 1914. Scout cruiser USS Birmingham (CL-2), flagship of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet Torpedo Flotilla, is in the right distance, with the Flotilla's tender, USS Dixie, beyond. Several of the Flotilla's destroyers are also present. The location is most likely Pensacola, Florida, which was visited by the flotilla shortly before Birmingham took two Curtiss aircraft to Tampico, Mexico, where they scouted for mines. It was the first military mission by U.S. heavier-than-air aircraft.

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(At right) Capt. John Young (left) and Lt. Cmdr. Ken Mattingly are in the Apollo 16 recovery raft as a Navy diver helps secure the capsule and prepare it for craning aboard aircraft carrier USS Ticonderoga (CVS-14). An SH-3 Sea King helicopter assigned to HC-1 recovered the three astronauts and flew them to Ticonderoga. HC-1 had the privilege of providing services in the recovery of Apollo missions 15, 16, 17 and Skylab missions II, III, IV. In 1972, Ticonderoga also took part in space flight recovery efforts for the Apollo 17 moon flight. Decommissioned in September 1973, Ticonderoga was sold for scrap a year later. This Week in Navy History From Staff years after the occupation of Peleliu and nearly 20 months after the surrender of April 19 Japan. 1783 - George Washington proclaims 1953 - USS New Jersey shells Wonsan, end of hostilities with Great Britain. Korea from inside the harbor. 1861 - President Lincoln orders 1964 - USS Henry Clay (SSBN-625) NASA photo blockade of Southern ports from South launches a Polaris A-2 missile from landing party raid on Whitehaven, Steamers USS Thetis and USS Alert Carolina to Texas. the surface in first demonstration that England. would join the mission a week later. 1917 - Naval Armed Guard crew on Polaris submarines could launch mis- 1898 - U.S. warships begin blockade Greely and six other survivors were board SS Mongolia engage and dam- siles from the surface as well as from of Cuba. found at Cape Sabine on June 23. age a German U-boat. This was the first beneath the ocean. Just 30 minutes 1987 - U.S. Navy ordered to provide 1906 - Ceremonies at U.S. Naval engagement of U.S. naval personnel later, the submarine launched another assistance requested by neutral vessels Academy commemorate John Paul against the enemy in World War I. Polaris missile while submerged. under Iranian attack outside the exclu- Jones, with President Theodore 1955 – Heavy cruiser USS Albany April 21 sion zone. Roosevelt delivering keynote address. (CA 123) and destroyer USS William M. 1861 - USS Saratoga captures slaver April 23 1917 - U.S. destroyer squadron Wood (DD 715) provide disaster relief Nightingale. 1917 - Launching of USS New Mexico, departs Boston for European service. to citizens of Volos, Greece after cata- 1898 - U.S. at war against Spain. first dreadnought with turboelectric strophic earthquake. 1906 – Cmdr. Robert Peary discovered drive. 1959 - Organization of American April 20 that supposed ‘Arctic Continent’ did not 1918 - USS Stewart destroys German States (OAS) asks U.S. to establish naval 1796 - Congress authorizes comple- exist. submarine off France. patrols off east coast of Panama to pre- tion of three frigates. 1972 - Moonwalk in the Descartes 1945 - In only U.S. use of guided mis- vent invasion of Cuban forces. 1861 - Norfolk Navy Yard abandoned Highlands by Navy Capt. John Young, siles in World War II, two BAT missiles 1974 - Naval forces begin minesweep- and burned by Union forces. commander of Apollo 16. He was the release at Balikiapan, Borneo. ing operations in the Suez Canal Zone. 1914 - In first call to action of naval ninth man to walk on the moon. Lt. 1956 - Project Vanguard, earth sat- April 25 aviators, a detachment on cruiser USS Cmdr. Thomas Mattingly II, was the ellite launching program, assigned to 1862 - Union naval forces occupy New Birmingham (CL-2) sailed to Tampico, Command Module Pilot. Charles Duke DCNO (Air). Orleans, La. Mexico. was the Lunar Module Pilot. During April 24 1914 - First combat observation mis- 1915 - First Navy contract for lighter- the 11-day, one- hour and 51-minute 1778 - Continental Navy Sloop Ranger sion by Navy aircraft (two Curtiss than-air craft awarded. mission, 213 lbs. of lunar material was captures HMS Drake. Model F flying boats) at Veracruz, 1942 - USS Wasp (CV-7) launches 47 collected. Recovery accomplished by 1862 - Battle of New Orleans. Union Mexico. British aircraft to reinforce Malta. HC-1 helicopters from USS Ticonderoga Navy under David Farragut runs past 1959 - USS Eversole (DD 789) res- 1947 – Navy Capt. L.O. Fox, supported (CVS-14). forts into Mississippi River. by 80 Marines, accepted the surren- April 22 1884 – Navy steamer USS Bear left cues 14 Nationalist Chinese fishermen der of Lt. Yamaguchi and 26 Japanese 1778 – Capt. John Paul Jones of the New York Naval Shipyard as part of from their sinking fishing trawler in the soldiers and sailors, two and one half Continental Navy Sloop Ranger led the Greely Arctic Relief Expedition. Formosa Strait.

Some thoughts on why newspaperswith a warning: Reading our won’t toaster.” die By Sarah Smiley Special Contributor paper online does not guaran- No, wait, wrong answer. tee protection from pestering “Mom and Dad, local news- When I teach journalism, I From The Homefront children. papers cannot die because begin by asking students three eign country. The passport: • Wake up and do it all over So when parents ask over they are the only media report- questions: 1) How many of you your roommate’s car. again. Spring Break, “Are you sure ing what’s happening here in want a career in journalism? 2) Eventually, however, the Increasingly, the students a career in print journalism our city. The New York Times How many of your parents have bubble bursts, and you end up look nervous. So I share my is wise? Do newspapers even doesn’t care about our high tried to talk you out of a career like every other 30-something one bright spot with them – the have a future with the next school football team. The in journalism? 3) How many of adult – married with kids. This local newspaper. My daily rou- generation?” Washington Post doesn’t care you have a subscription to the is when I walk the students tine seldom changes, so I live The answer is “Someday, about the jazz festival happen- local newspaper? through my typical day: vicariously through the news- my peers and I will lead very ing next weekend. People will The first two questions elic- • Wake up, and not because paper, where people and events boring lives, so although we always want to know what’s it knowing nods and anxious my alarm went off, but because are completely unpredictable. don’t care about the newspa- happening around them, and smiles. The third question my preschooler has wet his One day the headline is two per right now, it will be all that therefore, local newspaper will often results in dead silence. pull-up. lost dogs; the next day, a triple we have on a Monday morning not die. Also, you can’t line the I can tell by the students’ • Put frozen waffles in the homicide. when the kids are fighting and bottom of a bird cage with your sideways glances that they toaster But when I have the news- the waffles are burning in the iPhone.” expect a lecture: “You want a • Eat yogurt – the same paper in my hand, it’s like an career in journalism, but you breakfast I’ve eaten for the past invisible force field. The kids don’t subscribe to a newspa- five years because it’s easy and won’t touch it. Hey, MoneyChic! per?” allows me more time to make They don’t understand the They’ve heard it all before— Hey, MoneyChic! frozen waffles. newspaper. There’s nothing I’m 25 and currently putting money into my TSP every month – how young people today don’t • Fill backpacks and lunch in the newspaper for them. but I can afford to save even more. What is the best option for me care about the news, how tradi- boxes. Sign homework. My youngest can’t even read. at my age? Should I consider starting a traditional IRA or a Roth tional media is as dead as dino- • Drive to school. Argue with (Which is why I could tell you IRA – or just putting addition funds into my TSP? saurs. It’s why their parents try them about their choice of he wet his pull-up.) All I have MoneyChic says: First, I am so glad to see that you are par- to talk them out of a career in clothes. to do is tell him, “It’s work, ticipating in the TSP program provided by your work. Some journalism. • Go to work. Pray the ele- Honey,” and he will go away. companies, such as the federal government, provide matching One time, a young-adult mentary school doesn’t call to Indeed, the newspaper might funds (usually up to 5 percent) of those who participate in their told me she doesn’t follow tell me someone has gotten sick be kid repellent. But that mat- program. Unfortunately, that deal is not offered to those who are the news because she doesn’t and needs to come home. ters very little to college stu- active duty military. It makes obvious sense to kick in enough to have a television. That should • Pickup kids, drive home. dents. Or maybe it matters a receive the matching program because if you don’t you are miss- make my broadcast journalism • Prepare dinner. Feed the great deal. Either way, the ing out on free money. Walter Updegrave at Money magazine sug- friends happy, but my newspa- dog. Wash dishes. Fold laundry. newspaper is the last domain gests you go with a Roth IRA. He says that if you fund a Roth IRA per heart died a thousand mor- account by April 17 you can invest as much as $5,000 and have it Argue with the kids about how of adults. bid deaths that day. count as your contribution for the 2011 tax year. long they should brush their Sure, a brave student will So the students are usually Which will allow you to contribute up to $5,000 for the 2012 tax teeth. sometimes say, “I can get surprised when I tell them I year, too. However if you decide to go the 401(k) route instead, • Bedtime stories, more laun- the local newspaper on my didn’t have a subscription to a the extra contribution will count toward the 2012 tax year, as you dry. iPhone.” newspaper when I was in col- can’t retroactively contribute money to a 401(k). By contributing • Drag myself upstairs to bed. Fair enough, but does the lege either. The college experi- to the Roth IRA for 2011 rather than boosting the amount you put Fall asleep with book on my iPhone have a force field? The ence is life in a bubble. Leaving into your 401(k), you may put an extra year’s contribution into face. newspaper app should come campus is like entering a for- your retirement plan. Hope this helps!

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Commander, Navy Region Southeast (NRSE)Rear Adm. Jack Scorby Jr. signed a Month of the Military Child and National Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation at NAS Jacksonville April 9. With the signing, Scorby proclaimed April as the Month of the Military Child and Child Abuse Prevention Month throughout the Southeast Region. National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Month of the Military Child both run through the end of the month. “This proclamation was intended to help recognize the role that children play in the armed forces community, as well as raise aware- ness of child maltreatment prevention,” Scorby said. Photo by MC2 Class Greg Johnson “Military children deal with a unique set of challenges as they con- Commander, Navy Region Southeast Rear Adm. Jack Scorby Jr. signs a Sexual Assault stantly adapt to their parents’ military obligations, and it is the respon- Awareness and Month of the Military Child and National Child Abuse Prevention Month sibility of many people throughout our communities, from schools to proclamation in front of members of the Navy Region Southeast Family Readiness Program at NAS Jacksonville on April 9. law enforcement agencies, to support parents and make sure our chil- dren are raised in an engaged and supportive environment.” According to Commander, Navy Installations Command, the Navy recorded more than 15,000 substantiated reports of child abuse during the last 10 years. Rear Adm. Scorby proclaims April While those numbers have been steadily decreasing, many incidents go unreported, said Jeannette Werby, NRSE counseling and advocacy coordinator. Byas MC2 sexual (SW) Greg Johnson assault awareness month “There are many reasons that abuse goes unreported,” Werby said. Region Southeast Public Affairs established the Sexual Assault Prevention “Many people who know about abuse don’t report it because they and Response Office (SAPRO) in 2009 and it think it’s none of their business or are concerned about the stigma a Rear Adm. Jack Scorby Jr., commander, has significantly raised awareness. In 2011, report creates and the damage it may cause to one’s career. In many Navy Region Southeast (NRSE), signed a sex- SAPRO hosted a SAPR summit with the pri- other cases, injuries from abuse are not visible. Also, many children ual assault awareness proclamation at NAS mary focus of raising leadership’s aware- do not report abuse because they worry they will not be believed, have Jacksonville April 9. ness of sexual assaults that occur within the been told not to talk to anyone and have been threatened with physical The decree proclaims April as NRSE ranks and the need for increased prevention harm, or simply feel responsible themselves for the abuse.” Sexual Assault Awareness Month and efforts. I am optimistic that support from According to Werby, the best way to combat child abuse is to raise emphasizes the region’s commitment leadership in regards to those prevention awareness about it through educational programs and events like the to the Navy’s Sexual Assault Prevention efforts will have a significant impact on the proclamation signing. and Response (SAPR) program. The sign- effectiveness of the Navy’s overall efforts,” “Raising awareness about child abuse underscores that the prob- ing coincides with National Sexual Assault Mooney said. lem is still here and so are the people who care about its resolution. Awareness Month, which runs through the While raising awareness is one of the pri- Affirming at the highest levels that child abuse has serious, long-term end of April. mary tools in preventing sexual assault, the outcomes for children and their families adds a compelling dimension “The Navy’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Navy SAPR program also focuses on support- to the message that child abuse is unacceptable. Those in leadership Response Program provides an opportuni- ing victims. The Navy offers a variety of sup- roles set the tone and course for awareness, response and interven- ty for our installations to raise awareness port services, including clinical counseling tion,” she said. and to promote the prevention of sexual vio- and legal services. In addition to child abuse prevention, the proclamation is also lence,” Scorby said. Each installation has a 24-hour SAPR vic- intended to raise awareness about the sacrifices made by military “Sexual assault is a crime that erodes our tim advocate line. These numbers are adver- children. According to Military K-12 Partners, there are more than 1.2 operational readiness and leaders at all levels tised throughout the installations and may million military children today, and since 2001, approximately two of the chain of command need to communi- be dialed to ask questions, inquire about million children have experienced the deployment of a parent. cate that we will not tolerate it! Prevention of resources or report a sexual assault. “I would like to personally express my appreciation for the sacrifices sexual assault is everyone’s duty.” In addition, each installation has a Sexual our military children make,” Scorby said. “Despite the many challeng- According to Julie Mooney, NRSE creden- Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) locat- es they face, they remain strong and resilient.” tialing and program specialist, the region ed at the Fleet and Family Support Center The Month of the Military Child was established in 1986 by former recorded 103 reports of sexual assault in (FFSC) to ensure victims receive the support Secretary of Defense Caspar Weinberger to underscore the role mili- 2011 and 118 in 2010. services they need, Mooney said. tary children play in the armed forces community. “Leadership input is of the utmost impor- People may also contact the DoD Safe To find out more about how you can help prevent child abuse or to tance with sexual assault awareness and pre- Helpline at 1-877-995-5247 or via http:// report an incident of child abuse, contact your installation’s Fleet and vention efforts. The Secretary of the Navy www.safehelpline.org. Family Support Center. 4 JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012

Disney Channel choregrapher Rosero McCoy leads the crowd, including first lady Michelle Obama (second from right), in a short dance routine.

(From left) Attending the Joining Forces event were: Commander, Navy Region Southeast Rear Adm. Jack Scorby Jr; Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown; NAS Jacksonville Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Sanders and Victor Guillory, Jacksonville director of Military Affairs, Veterans and Disabled Services.

NAS Jacksonville Sailor of the Year NC1 Rhonaka Williams greets first lady Michelle Obama during the Joining Forces anniversary event on April 12. Photos by Kaylee LaRocque, Clark Pierce and Miriam Gallet

The girls received prom styling tips from Seventeen Magazine editor-in-chief Ann Shoket (right). Models Carley and Caitlin Liberty are twin sisters in their senior year of high school and whose mother is deployed in Afghanistan with the Florida Air National Guard.

AWR2 Matt Shields of HSL-42 provided American Sign Language translation of each speaker at the Joining Forces event, including first lady Michelle Obama. Early arrivals to NAS Jacksonville Hangar 117 were entertained by the Navy Band Southeast rock ensemble "Pride."

High school senior Haley Pomponio and her mom, Stanton College Prep senior Kentaneisha Moore and LSC James Green of Commander, Helicopter Strike Tamara, agreed that the live segment with Ellen her mother, Freda, enjoyed the entertainment, the Wing Atlantic, attended the Joining Forces anniversa- DeGeneres and Mrs. Obama was one of the high- first lady's words of inspiration and, of course, the ry event at NAS Jacksonville with his daughter, Olisa lights of the event. gift bag. and wife, Yumiko. JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 5

A group of 11th and 12th grade girls play a game spelling out "MILITARY" during the pre-show activities. FIRST LADY: TV hookup with Ellen DeGeneres highlights event From Page 1

Joining Forces proves that Americans want to help our military families and lay a solid foundation of support for years to come.” Commander, Navy Region Southeast Rear Adm. Jack Scorby Jr. said, “It was just one year ago that first lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden created Joining Forces, with the important goal of bringing Americans together to recognize, honor and take action to support veterans and military families. “The initiative focuses on three key priority areas – employment, education, and wellness – while raising awareness about the service, sacrifice and needs of America’s veterans and military families. “Today, the first lady of the United States is making a special trip to NAS Jacksonville so she can show her commitment to you and every other family member who’s shared the sacrifices of their parents in service to our nation. Enjoy the show,” said Scorby. High school senior Maddie Stevens, daughter of VP-30 Commanding Officer Capt. Mark Stevens and his wife, Sheila, introduced the first lady. “Like all of you here today, I’m so proud to be part of a military family. We’ve all stepped up and served on the homefront when our dads or moms have been away. Now, there’s an initiative that recognizes our service as well. It’s called ‘Joining Forces’ and is led by Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden. As a result, people all over America are stepping up to provide opportu- Photo by MC1(SW/AW) Toiete Jackson nities for military kids like us. That’s why it’s now my First lady Michelle Obama reveals her surprise guest – Emmy-winning talk-show host Ellen DeGeneres – to pleasure to introduce the woman leading that charge, junior and senior high school girls and their parents during the first anniversary celebration of Joining Forces America’s first lady, Michelle Obama.” at NAS Jacksonville. DeGeneres broadcast the event on her show. Amid screams and applause, Obama took command of the stage. “I want to start by thanking Maddie for her poise – she’s terrific. I also want to recognize all of the extraordinary men and women in uniform who are here today. Thank you for the service that you’ve given and the sacrifices that you’ve made. “I also want to thank our guests of honor – these amazing, beautiful, well-dressed, well-put-together young women who we are celebrating today. We are inspired by you and grateful for everything that you do for our country. We’re talking about our military kids and our military families, because we know that when your parents are called to serve, you all serve right alongside them. “And I know it’s even harder when your parents are deployed and you have to keep your spirits up through Commander, Navy Region Southeast Rear Adm. Jack all those missed holidays, and missed birthdays, and Scorby Jr. welcomes guests to the Joining Forces, times when you would give anything in the world to Taking Action to Serve America's Military Families have them back home. event at NAS Jax on April 12. “And for some of you, when it comes time for the prom, your mom might not be there to help you pick out your dress. Dad might not be there to see you out on your date. But here’s something else that I know. Through it all – through all the moves that First lady Michelle Obama praises the young women you’ve had to make and through all those difficult in the audience who were invited to her Joining Forces anniversary celebration. The initiative was moments, you all have stayed strong. I’ve seen it in so created to recognize military kids' service to the many kids like you across this country. country. “You all have risen to the challenge. You’ve become leaders in your schools. You excel in your classes. You Obama then switched gears and asked the audience get involved in all kinds of activities. You’ve become if they were ready for some fun. leaders in your communities, finding all kinds of ways “We have a special surprise guest that I’m proud to to volunteer. And many of you stepped up at home as call a friend and who is a supporter and admirer of well, juggling activities and homework with chores veterans and military families.” First lady Michelle Obama greets the military family and housework. She then introduced, via a live TV connection, members after the event. “By working so hard at school and at home, and stand-up comedian and syndicated talk show host doing your part, you give your parents the peace of Ellen DeGeneres. The two engaged in lively banter again and descended from the stage to shake hands mind they need to focus on their mission. With your and showed their prom pictures to the delight of the before departing. service, you make their service possible. And for that, audience. For most of the young ladies it was an evening they we can’t thank you enough. DeGeneres interviewed three students about the will never forget. “I think it was overwhelming and “As military kids, you have learned lessons and Joining Forces initiative and then announced that JC very exciting and it was a great opportunity to be part had experiences that many people don’t have in their Penney would provide all 300 students with a special of all this. I loved listening to Mrs. Obama and thrilled entire lifetimes. You’ve immersed yourselves in all prom-oriented gift bag, including a $250 gift card. that she is bringing attention to the hardships mili- kinds of communities and cultures. You’ve made To wrap up the event, Obama joined students on tary families face,” said 16-year-old Jazarie Reddick, friends with people from all different backgrounds. stage to learn the latest prom dance moves from daughter of SHC(SW/AW) Jeffrey Reddick of Transient And you’ve gained the wisdom and the perspective to Disney Channel Choreographer Rosero McCoy. She Personnel Unit/Pre-Trial Confinement Facility Jax, appreciate what really matters in life.” then expressed her gratitude to the audience once who accompanied her to the event. 6 JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 Regional planners visit NAS Jacksonville From NAS Jax Navy, celebrate their ethic of Environmental Department stewardship, and use the wide variety of innovative ways that Twenty business representa- they are building efficient, cost tives from the Northeast Florida effective facilities and imple- Regional Planning Council menting sustainable programs (NEFRPC) Leadership Academy as models to learn from. toured NAS Jacksonville envi- “We often bring Northeast ronmental and energy projects Florida Regional Leadership April 11. Academy candidates to tour NAS Jax Executive Officer NAS Jacksonville because of Capt. Roy Undersander wel- the inspiration that the good comed the group at Heritage environmental, financial and Park. community stewardship of “Our base is pleased to be the base, and its people, pro- associated with the Northeast vides. It reminds regional Florida Regional Planning leaders of what is possible.” Council. Today’s tour will pro- NAS Jax Environmental Director vide you a better understanding Kevin Gartland hosted the tour. of our commands and opera- “We greatly appreciated the tions, as well as our successes opportunity to share with the executing major construction council today the commitment projects that are environmen- and dedication of the men and tally sustainable and energy women of NAS Jax to environ- efficient,” said Undersander. mental conservation and energy The council is a network of Photo by Clark Pierce efficiency in our construction local governments that fosters NAS Jax Executive Officer Capt. Roy Undersander (left) welcomed visitors from the Northeast efforts and daily operations. We public awareness of diverse Florida Regional Planning Council Leadership Class April 11 at Heritage Park. The group was on a strive every day to be respon- regional issues in Baker, Clay, base tour hosted by NAS Jax Environmental Director Kevin Gartland, who pointed out examples of sible stewards of this historic Duval, Flagler, Putnam, Nassau how the Navy is a strong regional partner on a variety of community issues. naval installation including its and St Johns Counties and their After the tour, NEFRPC Moerhing said, “We in tinue to recognize the strong outlying airfield and training 27 municipalities. Director of Policy Margo Northeast Florida need to con- regional partner we have in the ranges.” Recent Verdicts at the Courthouse

From Region Legal Service Office Southeast assault by threat with an unloaded fire- $500 or less, and drunk and disorderly trial agreement with the convening arm. The members of the court-martial conduct. The military judge sentenced authority. The confinement to be served Courts-martial in Navy Region sentenced the accused to 30 days hard the accused to 100 days confinement, is in addition to the sentence previously Southeast are tried, with few excep- labor without confinement and reduc- reduction in rank to E-1 and a bad con- adjudged at an earlier court-martial. tions, at NAS Jacksonville, NS Mayport tion in rank to E-4. duct discharge. • At a Special Court-Martial convened and NAS Pensacola. Therefore, the loca- • At a contested General Court- • At a contested General Court- at NS Mayport, a petty officer second tion of where a court-martial was con- Martial convened at NCBC Gulfport, a Martial convened at NAS Jacksonville, a class was found guilty of damaging per- vened does not necessarily correlate to petty officer third class was found guilty petty officer first class was acquitted of sonal property and communicating a the command that convened the court- of violating a lawful general order. The three specifications of assault. threat. The military judge sentenced the martial. members of the court-martial sen- • At a General Court-Martial con- accused to 120 days confinement and Courts-martial in Navy Region tenced the accused to no additional vened at NAS Jacksonville, a previous- reduction in rate to E-1. Southeast recently heard the following punishment beyond the conviction ly convicted Sailor currently serving • At a General Court-Martial con- cases: itself. confinement at a Navy brig was found vened at NAS Jacksonville, a lieutenant • At a Special Court-Martial convened • At a Special Court-Martial convened guilty of attempt to communicate inde- commander pled guilty to five specifi- at NS Mayport, a petty officer second at NS Mayport, a petty officer third class cent language to a child, attempt to mail cations of conduct unbecoming an offi- class pled guilty to conspiracy to com- pled guilty to three specifications of obscene matters, and two specifications cer, one specification of adultery, and mit larceny of military property, two assault. The military judge sentenced of failing to obey a lawful order. The one specification of attempted conduct violations of a lawful general order, and the accused to confinement for 10 military judge sentenced the accused unbecoming an officer. The court-mar- larceny of military property of a value months, reduction in rate to E-1 and a to an additional seven years confine- tial members sentenced the accused of $500 or less. The military judge sen- bad conduct Discharge. ment, with confinement in excess of to be confined for six months and to be tenced the accused to 100 days confine- • At a Special Court-Martial con- two years suspended pursuant to a pre- reprimanded. ment, reduction in rank to E-1, and a vened at NAS Jacksonville, an airman bad conduct discharge. pled guilty to desertion, unauthorized • At a contested Special Court-Martial absence, four specifications of failure convened at NS Mayport, a petty offi- to obey other lawful written orders, cer second class was found guilty of damaging non-military property of JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 7

Petraeus suggests start- ing with these organizations Personal financial preparedness first when looking for financial guidance before taking on new a critical component debt and to determine if mili- tary service qualifies the mem- to military readiness ber for lower interest rates on From Navy Personnel existing loans and credit. As Command Public Affairs of the CFPB and to discuss a rule, any loan with an inter- strategies to educate Sailors est rate higher than 36 percent Federal and Navy programs and their families. should raise the alarm and is can help Sailors and their Financial matters such as worth review by the CFS or families navigate potential failure to pay bills, bad credit, FFSC, according to Petraeus. financial pitfalls, officials said bankruptcy and foreclosures “In some cases Sailors may April 4. “We’re here to let [ser- can negatively impact a Sailor’s qualify for interest-free loans vice members] know what we career, affect mission readiness from military relief societies,” can do, so we can help them and the Navy’s ability to trans- said Petraeus. make wise consumer decisions fer or retain Sailors. Photo by MC2 LaTunya Howard Sailors experiencing finan- and help them avoid scams,” “A readiness issue we face An active duty Sailor takes a moment to decide which credit cial challenges should notify said Holly Petraeus, assistant today are those Sailors who card to use to complete his purchase at the local commissary. their chain of command and director, Consumer Financial are home owners facing finan- Holly Petraeus, assistant director, Consumer Financial Protection work with their CFS to devel- Protection Bureau (CFPB), cial difficulty because of the Bureau, Office of Service Member Affairs, urges military person- opment a budget and explore Office of Service Member housing market,” said Covell. nel and their families get financial information to make informed additional options such as mil- Affairs. “In some cases Sailors transfer- consumer decisions. itary relief societies, eligibility CFPB is a new federal agen- ring to new duty stations are interest loans and scams that Petraeus. for interest rate reductions and cy focused on protecting con- choosing to leave their family take advantage of service “We’re going to do every- other relief. Additionally, being sumers. Petraeus’ division is behind and go unaccompanied members. The idea is to edu- thing we can to educate people upfront and trying to address dedicated to seeing that mili- because they feel leaving their cate members against being not to sign those contracts.” the issue openly can work to a tary personnel and their fami- home would result in severe taken advantage of - before Petraeus, Covell and Sailor’s advantage if financial lies get financial information financial impact.” they sign a contract. other Millington leaders dis- difficulties threaten a mem- to make informed consumer One of Petraeus’ jobs at “I recently saw a loan some- cussed ways the Navy can ber’s security clearance. decisions. The agency also CFPB is to raise awareness in one had given a service mem- help Sailors be proactive to Personal financial prepared- monitors their complaints Washington D.C. about that ber that was an auto title loan protect their assets and their ness is an important element against financial organizations issue. “I was very pleased to at 400 percent interest,” said careers. Command finan- of readiness, one of the areas and works with other federal see in the recent settlement Petraeus. cial specialists (CFS) provide of the 21st Century Sailor and and state agencies on con- that was worked out by 49 of 50 “The individual was borrow- financial education and train- Marine initiative which con- sumer protection measures for [state] attorneys general, DOJ ing $1,600 with a repayment ing, counseling, and informa- solidates a set of objectives and military personnel and their (Department of Justice) and schedule of $585 a month for tion referral at the command policies, new and existing, to families. the five largest banks that give 32 months. At the loan’s end level at no cost to Sailors and maximize Sailor and Marine P e t r a e u s m e t w i t h mortgages. There were some the member will have paid their families. Fleet and Family personal readiness, build resil- Commander, Navy Personnel military provisions in that set- more than $15,000 in inter- Support Centers (FFSC) located iency and hone the most com- Command, Rear Adm. Cynthia tlement.” est and service charges on a worldwide provide financial bat-effective force in the his- Covell and other leaders in the Petraeus is also working to $1,600 loan. That is outrageous. education and counseling for tory of the Navy and Marine Mid-South to raise awareness raise awareness about high- That should not happen,” said Sailors and families as well. Corps.

Class reunion Members of the United States Naval Academy Class of 1954 celebrate their 58th class reunion at the NAS Jax Golf Course on April 13.

Photo by Momo Harris 8 JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 Farewell to Master Chief

PrindleFrom VR-58 Public Affairs Photo courtesy of VR-58 Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (From left) Cmdr. Robert Moore pres- (VR) 58 celebrated the retirement of ents CMDCM Fred Prindle of VR-58 Photo by Kaylee LaRocque CMDCM(AW/SW) ßFrederick Prindle with the Meritorious Service Medal at Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs), the Honor- April 14 after 30 years of service. The his April 14 retirement ceremony. able Juan Garcia, discusses personnel policy changes, the new national defense ceremony took place at the VP-30 strategy and budget issues with NAS Jax Sailors during a town hall meeting at Auditorium. senior enlisted advisor. VP-30 on April 11. Prindle began his Navy career as a In April 2003, he served as assistant Boiler Technician in 1982. quality assurance officer with Shore His subsequent assignments included Intermediate Maintenance Activity Naval and Marine Corps Reserve Center Ingleside, Texas. ASN: Garcia brings message to NAS Jax Akron, Ohio and Shore Intermediate Following the decommissioning of From Page 1 and how sexual assault cases impact Maintenance Activity (SIMA) at SIMA Ingleside in September 2004, he the workplace. “The Navy continues Newport, R.I. served as the repair two division offi- active and Reserve, for core and non- to emphasize sexual assault aware- Upon completion of his tour at cer and command training officer with core missions,” stated Garcia. ness training for our troops, sup- SIMA, Prindle reported to Machinery South Central Regional Maintenance “As we wrap up in Iraq and draw- port sexual assault victims and hold Repairman “A” School. During this Center Ingleside, Texas. down in Afghanistan we don’t want to offenders accountable. Prevention is tour, he completed his conversion to During this tour, he entered into lose those highly-skilled Sailors. We the key. Nowhere is the correlation Machinery Repairman. the Command Master Chief program need the best talent available.” tighter than between sexual assault From July 1993 to February 1997, he in May 2006. In June 2006, Prindle The 21st Century Sailor and Marine cases, suicide rates and alcohol use. served Shore Intermediate Maintenance reported to the “Jaguars” of Helicopter initiative was also promoted dur- We’re hoping to change the culture Activity Ingleside, Texas, working in the Antisubmarine Squadron Light (HSL) ing the town hall meeting. This new and one way is by using breathalyzers Ship Superintendent Office. 60 at Naval Station Mayport, where he initiative focuses on five pillar areas in commands as a tool, not as a puni- In 1997, he reported to the aircraft served as command master chief until including physical fitness, inclusion, tive means, but to help our Sailors and carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) as June 2009. readiness, safety and continuum of head off a tragedy before it happens,” the Machine Shop Chief Petty Officer. His final assignment was as VR-58 service. he added. During this tour, he also supervised Command Master Chief at NAS “The Navy wants a culture of fit- Several Sailors in the audience the Hull Technician Weld, Lock Key and Jacksonville. ness, where Sailors stay at the top of asked questions about increasing the Trouble Call shops. From December Prindle and his beautiful wife, Mary, their game year-round,” said Garcia. fleet concentration in the Jacksonville 1999 to April 2003, he served the Naval have been married to for 30 years. They “We also need better options to retain area to allow them and their families Reserve Center Louisville, Ky., as the have two daughters, Jessica and Megan. women in uniform so we are creating more home-basing opportunities. new programs making military ser- “The Navy remains committed to vice conducive to raising a family. Two strategic disbursement. We know we Baptism of these initiatives include a 12-month can’t have all our assets in one place operational deferment for new moth- where they are exposed to terrorist ers and the Career Intermission Pilot acts or natural disasters. The Navy at Program which allows men and will continue to increase the footprint women to transfer to the IRR for up to here with a new fleet of P-8A aircraft, three years with a stipend of their sal- amphibious ready groups and the lit- NavHosp ary and benefits. When they return to toral combat ships at Naval Station active duty there will be no penalties Mayport. This area will remain a fleet to their career path.” concentration center and a key corner- Jax Garcia also talked about readiness stone for the Navy.” Navy Chaplain Lt. Scott Shubert (right) bap- Photo courtesy of the Washington family tizes James Washington with the help of HN Marcos Mauney (left) and HM2 Joseph Patty in the aquatic treadmill at Naval Hospital Jax on April 10. This unique hospital baptism result- ed from a collaboration between the attending physician, the chaplain and Washington to meet his spiritual needs during his stay at the hospital. JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 9

NavyBy MCC(SW) Maria Yager sets zero tolerance for sexual assault Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs Active bystanders take the initiative to help friends, who are not thinking clearly or whose judgment may be There is no place for sexual assault in our Navy and clouded from the effects of alcohol or other substances, efforts are underway to eradicate it from our ranks, said from becoming victims or offenders of crime. the director of Navy’s 2012 Sexual Assault Awareness “Intervention does not mean that you directly intervene Month (SAAM) initiative April 4. to stop a crime in progress, rather, these steps are early “We can get this right in our service. We can set the intervention before the crime begins to occur,” said Van example of what is really acceptable behavior; what is a Buskirk. good professional command climate, how we set the right Scripts and videos for each week’s theme, engagement environment for the right behavior to occur and we can products, posters and other tools, are available on the really get to a zero incidence,” said Vice Adm. Scott Van Navy Personnel Command Sexual Assault and Prevention Buskirk, chief of naval personnel and SAAM director. website, http://www.sapr.navy.mil. Approximately 600 sexual assaults were reported in the Van Buskirk said his goal is to establish a baseline of Navy last year according to Van Buskirk, “But no incident Photo by MCSN Kegan Kay education, training and awareness for the entire Navy of sexual assault is acceptable in our Navy.” Vice Adm. Scott R. Van Buskirk, Chief of Naval that is sustainable year after year until we can eradicate Department of Defense (DoD) defines sexual assault as Personnel, speaks to Sailors at Naval Air Facility this problem from our ranks. “We’ll leverage this month intentional sexual contact characterized by use of force, Atsugi, Japan, on Feb. 24 during an all-hands call. as a prelude to continuing our robust program which we threats, intimidation or abuse of authority or when the Van Buskirk toured naval bases within the Pacific already have established in our Navy,” said Van Buskirk. victim does not or cannot consent. area of responsibility to inform Sailors of the future “Talking about it, being aware about it isn’t enough. We Sexual assault includes rape, forcible sodomy (oral direction of the U.S. Navy. have to stop it. We have to be willing to intervene. We or anal sex), and other unwanted sexual contact that is Corps,” said Van Buskirk. “We’re going to take the time have to be willing to speak up. We have to be willing to aggravated, abusive or wrongful (including unwanted in April to stand down, to stop all work so we can have a act. That is what my expectations are of each and every and inappropriate sexual contact), or attempts to commit good opportunity to make ourselves more aware and edu- one of you.” these acts. cated about this,” said Van Buskirk. Sexual Assault Prevention and Response is an impor- According to Van Buskirk, about half of the sexual The Navy will focus on four themes during SAAM: tant element of the readiness area of the 21st Century assaults reported last year were alcohol related and Hurts One, Affects All, Prevention is Everyone’s Duty, and Sailor and Marine initiative that consolidates a set of the Navy is introducing new training to better educate We Will Not Tolerate Sexual Assault. objectives and policies, new and existing, to maximize Sailors, Marines and their families to affect behavior and According to Van Buskirk, training will include a seg- Sailor and Marine personal readiness, build resiliency raise awareness. ment on bystander intervention, a DoD strategy to engage and hone the most combat-effective force in the history “We have this opportunity here to leverage sexual all hands in preventing sexual assault. Under the strat- of the Navy and Marine Corps. The Department of the assault awareness month to really hit home about how egy, active bystanders take the initiative to help someone Navy is working to aggressively to prevent sexual assaults, important it is for us to become more aware and more who may be targeted for a sexual assault in ways that are to support sexual assault victims, and to hold offenders educated about sexual assault in our Navy and Marine intended to avoid verbal or physical conflict. accountable. NAVSUP recognizes small business advocate By Caretha Brown-Griffin than five years. NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Jacksonville Brown provides contractual sup- Director of Small Business Programs port for Commander Naval Reserve Forces Command, Naval Air Station NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Pensacola, Naval Air Station Key West, Jacksonville recognized LaShawn SUPSHIP Gulf Coast, Naval Operations Brown as the Acquisition Advocate for Medical Institute, and Center for Small Business Concerns for fiscal year Information Dominance, Education & 2012, first quarter. Training. Brown began her career in gov- Her contribution to NAVSUP FLCJ in ernment contracting in the Naval achieving its mandated socio-econom- Acquisition Intern Program (NAIP) at ic goals for small business awards is NAVSUP FLC Norfolk in 2005. In May LaShawn Brown impressive. of last year, she transferred to NAVSUP From Oct. 1, 2011 to Dec. 31, 2011, FLC Jacksonville as a contracting officer to the Inter- Brown awarded a myriad of contracts with the major- Service Supply Support Operations Program (ISSOP) ity being acquired by small business concerns; to Division. include service-disabled veteran and women-owned She has a masters degree in public administration small business concerns for a total of $1.6 million. with a concentration in government contracting from Proficient, knowledgeable and considerate are just Troy University. She received her Level III certification a few attributes that have been used to describe her in the Acquisition Career Field of Contracting in less work ethic. 10 JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 HS-11 ‘Dragonslayers’ deployed with USS Enterprise

Photo by MC3 Britney Epps An SH-60F Seahawk helicopter assigned to the "Dragonslayers" of HS-11 prepares to deliver supplies aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Photo by MCSN Randy Savarese during a vertical replenishment. From the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), a Sailor looks up at the Friendship Bridge while transiting the Suez Canal April 4. Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility con- ducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

Photo by MCSN Heath Zeigler Sailors assigned to the HS-ll "Dragonslayers" perform Photo by MCSN Randy Savarese maintenance on an HH-60-H Seahawk helicopter AO3 Joshua Viera and AO3 Adrian Garcia are air- aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN Photo be MC3 Britney Epps craft armament equipment inventory managers 65) as it tansits the Red Sea on April 9. Enterprise is AM2 Jessica Neff replaces a radar altimeter on assigned to HS-11. They're performing release con- deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibil- an SH-60F Seahawk helicopter assigned to the trol system checks on an SH-60F Seahawk helicopter ity conducting maritime security operations, theater "Drangonslayers" of HS-11 aboard the aircraft carrier April 1 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise security cooperation efforts and support missions as USS Enterprise (CVN 65). (CVN 65). part of Operation Enduring Freedom. JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 11 Anglers hit St. Johns River in search of biggest bass By Shannon Leonard “This was a hard day of fishing with all the wind. MWR Marketing Director We hit a big wave really hard on the way back in and I nearly broke my neck. We had reached our fish limit While many were home still sleeping Saturday early and culled four bass. All in all a very successful morning, 76 anglers headed to the Mulberry Cove day,” said angler Billy Roberts. Marina to participate in the 30th annual NAS Jax All participants received a free tournament Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Bass shirt and sponsor bag with promotional items. Tournament, ‘’Relocating Confused Bass Since 1982.’’ Thanks to the very generous support from area The event held on the St. businesses, the anglers received Johns River, was open to all more than $3,000 in door prizes active duty members, reserv- First Place - Billy Roberts/Eric and gift certificates. ists, retirees and Department of Roberts, (total) 21.04 lbs. “We owe a big thanks to all Defense civilians. Teams con- Second Place - Brian Dotson/ of the hard working volunteers sisted of two members per boat Paula Walling, 16.61 lbs. and sponsors that make this Third Place - George Jaeger/Kurt and they fished from first light event possible for us to host. The Jaeger, 15.1 lbs. until late into the afternoon. Biggest Bass - Billy Roberts/Eric sponsors contribute valuable “The St. John’s River was Roberts, 6.42 lbs. door prizes and we get so many smooth as silk this morn- awesome prizes.We try to make ing, then the wind picked this tournament fun for every- up 20 knots and made this one,” said Collins. one of the roughest tournaments we have ever NAS Jacksonville MWR thanks the many volunteers had,” said MWR Marina Manager Phil Collins. and sponsors that made this event a success: North The St. Johns Bass Anglers Club returned for another Florida Sales, Pure Fishing, Jacksonville Suns Baseball year as event officials. In the afternoon, as each team’s Team, Fort George Surf Shop, NAS Jax Commissary, catch was weighed, a crowd began to gather around Subway and VyStar Credit Union. Al Davis proudly shows the bass he caught during the the scoreboard. The lead changed many times as Disclaimer: Neither NAS Jax, MWR, or the Jax Air News 30th annual NAS Jax Bass Tournament at Mulberry everyone enjoyed free food and beverages provided by nor any part of the federal government officially endorses Cove Marina on April 14. MWR. any company, sponsor or their products or services.

Eric and Billy Roberts display NAS Jax Command the winning fish Master Chief (CMDCM) that they caught (AW/SW) Brad during the 30th Shepherd (right) annual NAS Jax presents Brian Dotson Bass Tournament and Paula Walling with at Mulberry Cove the second place plaque Marina April 14. for catching 16.61 Their largest bass pounds of fish during weighed an impres- the bass tournament. sive 6.42 pounds, earning them first place in the "Big Bass" and total weight categories.

Photos by Shannon Leonard

Despite a rough ride in, Robert and Lisa Dewberry proudly display their catch after a long day of fishing.

Daniel Green (left) and Jake Draba put their bass into plastic bags for weighing after coming in from a day of fishing. 12 JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012

April 24 for active duty April 26 for retirees & DoD per- sonnel

Ladies Golf Clinics Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. $10 per person Pre-registration required, sign- up in the pro shop

Senior Military Invitational April 30 & May 1 9 a.m. shotgun start $65 per person Mulberry Cove Marina Call 542-3260. Free Kayak & Canoe Rental Photo courtesy of MWR Every Thursday for active duty The Zone Shoreline Clean-up Entertainment Complex Easter paintball May 4 at 8:30 a.m. Call 542-3521 Free lunch! MWR Liberty Recreation Center patrons from Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay and Naval Air Call (904) 542-2709 or e-mail Station Jacksonville competed for prizes in the paintball Easter egg hunt games at Yulee GTF Texas Hold’em Poker Paintball on April 7. For information on upcoming Liberty trips, call 542-1335. [email protected] to sign- Tournament up Monday & Thursday at 7 p.m. kid’s meal, cake, balloons and 6 p.m. Learn and improve your skills much more! Free for military and DoD civil- Jacksonville Suns $5.50-$11.50 Auto Skills Center ians, $3 for guests Call 542-3227 Freedom Lanes Fitness & Aquatics Learn to swim session one St. Augustine Scenic Cruise 22 work bays, wheel balancing, Call 542-2930 begins June 18 Day Trip tool checkout, paint booth and Bowling Center Indoor pool hours $40 military, $45 DoD May 5, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. welding! Call 542-3493. Mon. – Fri. Sign-up at the base gym May 12 $20 per person ASE certified mechanic onsite! Wednesday 5:30 – 8 a.m. 8–11 a.m. military only, 11 a.m. Free bowling for active duty 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. all eligible patrons The Vault Liberty Youth Activities Center 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. 4:30 – 8 p.m. Call 778-9772 Weekend hours I.T.T. Events Recreation Center Drop-in care and open recre- Wednesday Evening Bowling 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Call 542-3318. Trips, activities and costs may ation are available! Special be restricted to E1-E6 single or Family Fitness Center hours 4 – 10 p.m. - All you can bowl Command Circuit Training Disney World Orlando FL 4 day unaccompanied active duty are Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 1 for $5.95 Tuesday & Thursday Hopper Armed Forces Salute members. Call 542-1335 for p.m. Shoe rental not included 8 a.m. in the base gym ticket- information. Bring your child to work out 45-minute, high-intensity $135.50- $162 with you! Saturday Night Extreme group training Dave & Buster’s Trip Call 778-9772 for more infor- Bowling Disney World Orlando FL April 19 at 6 p.m. mation. 7 p.m. – midnight Family Fitness Center (located Resident 3 day $98.25, 3 day Free $10 game card, 20 percent $11 per person for two hours of above the Youth Center Gym) hopper $125.25, 4 day $127.75, off food & beverage and unlim- Month of the Military Child bowling Open Monday - Friday 9 a.m. – 4 day hopper $154.50 ited simulator play! Carnival Shoe rental included 1 p.m. April 21, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information please Funk Fest Kayaking Trip Allegheny Fields April Family Bowling for 4 contact Melissa Luehrs at (904) May 11 & 12 at Metropolitan Amelia Island Free games, food and prizes! Special 542-3518/4238. Park - $57 April 21 at 9 a.m. Thursday, 4–10 p.m. 2012 Adventure Summer $39.95 includes, 2 hours of 1 Family Fitness Bootcamp with Jacksonville Zoo - Adult $12, Outdoor Movie Registration Dates: lane bowling, rental shoes, 4 Ashley Child $7 At the Vault recreation center Current School-Age Care par- hot dogs, 2 large nachos and 4 Monday & Wednesday at 9:30 Zoo Train & Carousel - now April 25 at dusk ticipants – Now medium drinks. a.m. available at ITT! Single & Dual Active Duty – $25 savings! Family Fitness Center above MOSH $7 - $12 NAS Jax Golf Club Now the Youth Center Gym Golf course info: 542-3249 Other Active Duty - Now Book your birthday party with Call (904) 778-9772 Jacksonville Symphony - $27.50 Mulligan’s info: 542-2936 through April 20 us! Military Appreciation Days DoD Civilians - April 23 - 27 Complete packages available Outdoor Pool Open Weekends Jacksonville Sharks - $25 per $18 per person, includes cart & Registration Packets available including bowling, shoe rental, Beginning May 5 & 6, 11 a.m. – person green fees for pick up at the Youth Center. JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 13 Firefighter training NAS Jax Energy Team to participate in Earth Day events Lead Firefighter Robert Pellerin By Cliff Plante instructs a group NAS Jax Resource Efficiency Manager of NAS Jax firefighters on the uses of high Earth Day will be celebrated on April 20. This is angle rescue a day and time to reflect on our planet’s health and equipment stewardship. Photos by Tracey Tomes during a training The NAS Jax Energy Team will be participating in NAS Jax Fire Chief Thomas session at the the event by setting up visual displays from 8 a.m. Harrell (right) Lead Fire- fire house. to 1 p.m. at the Navy Exchange Food Court. fighter Robert Pellerin and This event should be considered as an everyday Firefighter Antonio Deleon requirement that we all need to be conscious of and conduct confined space what effect we’re having on the earth’s future. rescue training using a tri- The team will answer questions on what the base pod and 4:1 (four to one) is doing to achieve reductions mechanical advantage. This in energy intensity and present type of rescue would be used Cliff’s ideas that consumers can take to save someone from a man- hole or steam pit on base. to reduce consumption and save money. Energy They will also hand out pam- phlets providing information NAS Jax Sports Notes on ways to not only save energy Men’s and Women’s Open Team Wins Losses dollars but to also reduce our Singles Tennis Tourney – NAVHOSP 1 1 “carbon footprint.” Standings NCTS 1 1 Also on display will be the solar-powered Global April 30, 5 p.m. VP-30 E’s 1 1 Open to NAS Jax active duty, Electric Motor-vehicle (GEM) that is powered solely selective reservists, dependents over As of April 13 WTU 1 1 from sunlight. This vehicle has not been plugged in VP-5 0 1 18, retirees and DoD men and women. Intramural Winter Golf to the electrical grid for over two years. Separate men’s and women’s division. BMC Jax 0 2 Teams Wins Losses Ties HSM-74 0 2 Due in part to the recently installed energy The matches play at the Guy Ballou VP-10 10 0 Tennis Complex starting at 5 p.m. Call VR-62 0 2 projects, NAS Jacksonville is realizing significant FRCSE I 8 1 NAS Jax Athletics to sign up by April Intramural Spring Softball reductions in both energy and water consumption. VP-30 7 1 1 27. Teams Wins Losses The NAS Jax Energy Team appreciates the effort Captain’s Cup Summer CNATTU Blue 7 2 VP-5 2 0 PSD 7 2 1 taken by all of the on-base personnel (both military Intramural Golf League CBMU202 3 1 and civilian) as we work to achieve our goal of a 30 NCTS 7 3 VPU-1 3 1 meeting – May 15, 11:30 a.m. NAVFAC National 5 3 1 VR-58 3 1 percent reduction in electrical intensity and a 20 Open to all NAS Jax active duty, FRCSE II 4 3 percent reduction in water consumption by 2015. command DoD, contractors and HSM-70 6 2 VPU-1 6 4 The NAS Jacksonville Energy Team thanks every- selective reservists. Meet at the Air Ops 4 2 NAS Jax Golf Course to discuss CPRW-11 4 4 FRCSE 900 Misfits 4 2 one for their efforts in reducing utility consump- rules and obtain required paperwork. RCC/NOSC 4 4 1 DLA Scared Hitless 3 2 tion. Commands whose athletic officer or CNATTU Gold 3 5 1 NMC Bombers 3 2 Be sure to thank your building energy monitor Dirty 30 3 3 designated representative attends the VR-62 3 6 for their vigilance in making energy reduction one meeting receive five Captain’s Cup MSRON10 3 3 CBMU202 2 6 of their top priorities and if you see something that points. SERCC A 3 7 FRCSE Rabid Possums 2 2 would further this reduction, by all means let them Captain’s Cup Indoor VP-62 3 7 NavHosp Dirty Birdz 1 1 Volleyball League meeting – AIR OPS 2 7 CNRSE 2 3 know and they will engage the energy team for SERCC B 1 7 1 NCTS 1 2 review. May 22 FRCSE Screwballs 1 3 Open to all NAS Jax active duty, Intramural Soccer HSL-42 1 3 command DoD, contractors and Team Wins Losses VP-45 1 4 selective reservists. Meet at 11:30 VP-30 O’s 2 0 Security 0 5 a.m. at the base gym. Commands HSL-42 1 0 whose athletic officer or designated NBHC 0 6 NAVFAC 1 0 representative attend the meeting Greybeard Spring Softball receive five Captain’s Cup points. The USCG 1 0 Teams Wins Losses games will play at lunchtime. VP-45 1 0 VPU-1 2 0 For more information, call Bill VR-58 1 0 NCTS 1 0 Bonser at 542-2930/3239 or e-mail FACSFAC 1 1 VP-30 0 1 [email protected]. FRCSE 1 1 CNATTU 0 2 14 JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012

Saluting the iconicBy Clark Pierce grilled cheese sandwich Editor ing of: NAVSUP FLC Jax Commanding Officer Capt. Kevin Head; NAVSUP FLC Jax Executive Officer Cmdr. Ten pairs of Tom Dailey; NAVSUP FLC Executive Director Mitch culinary spe- Palmquist; Lt. Cmdr. Chris Pressler and Navy spouse cialists threw Dawn Lancaster. d o w n t h e i r First place went to CS2 Rasheen Maxwell and CS2 best bread- Cortez Brown of NS Mayport, second place went to butter-cheese CS2 Paula Prine and CS2 Marnika Ash of NAS Jax, and and other third was awarded to CS3Wilmer Ringold and CS3 i n g r e d i e n t s Michael Mainer of NS Mayport. recipes April 12 at the NAS Jacksonville Flight Line Café culinary compet it ion recogniz- ing National Grilled Cheese Day. “These are not your CS1 Terry Jackson and CS3 m o t h e r ’ s Regenald Appiakubi from USS grilled cheese Halyburton check ingredients sandwiches,” before assembling their grilled cheese contender. The team earned Photos by Clark Pierce s a i d C S C M the "Judges' Choice" award. CS2 Rasheen Maxwell and CS2 Cortez Brown of NS M i c h a e l Mayport took home the first place trophy for their Carter of Navy Food Management Team Mayport, who creation that included bacon, zuccini and two types organized the event with CSCS Paulette Williams. of cheeses. “This competition stresses creativity, so there is no limit on ingredients or the types of cheese or bread that chefs may include in their recipes,” said Carter, a former White House chef. “From what I’ve seen, competitors may be using ingredients such as black for- est ham, cucumber, spinach, basil pesto, bacon, olives, avocado and roasted red peppers –items not typically seen in a traditional grilled cheese sandwich,” explained Carter. “This is an excellent opportunity for Navy culinary specialists to display their talents and to add to their cheese reper- toire, as well as incorporating ingredi- ents like artisan breads, fruit and unique spreads,” said NAS Jax Food Services Division Officer CWO4 Kathy Wiseman. Teams from NAS Jacksonville, NS Mayport and four Mayport-based ships took part in the competition. The teams were given one hour to cre- ate their good-and-gooey sandwich that was presented to the judges panel, consist- CS2 David Basso and CS2 William Freshwater of NAS Jax Flight Line Café included a number of fresh ingredients in their grilled cheeese recipe. JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 15 Heritage Dinner Junior Red Cross volunteers puts spotlight on must apply by May 1 By Jeanne Casey P-3, Hall of Honor Acting Deputy Public Affairs Officer NH Jacksonville inductees The American Red Cross at Naval Hospital (NH) Jacksonville is currently recruiting for this summer’s By September Wilkerson Junior Red Cross volunteers. This offers an excellent Executive Director, opportunity for students interested in health careers Maritime Patrol Association, Inc. to train with highly skilled Navy Medicine profession- als — physicians, nurses, pharmacists, therapists and The Maritime Patrol Association technicians — as well as contribute to creating a posi- (MPA) celebrated 50 years of tive experience for NH Jacksonville patients. the P-3 Orion at the annual The program is open to a limited number of high Heritage Dinner March 28 at school students age 16 to 18 who have base access. NAS Jacksonville by honor- Volunteers work four to 20 hours per week in locations ing the strength and commit- Photo by MC2 Pedro Rodriguez throughout the hospital, and receive CPR training. ment of the many members, past Assistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Vice Adm. Harry Applications can be picked up at NH Jackson- and present, who have helped Harris, Jr. (left) and Commander, Patrol Reconnaissance Group Rear ville’s American Red Cross office (Room 1404, next to shape the Maritime Patrol and Adm. Michael Hewitt (far right) inducted Cmdr. Scott Carpenter, Rear Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy) and must Reconnaissance community. Adm. Daniel Wolkensdorfer and Capt. Arnold Isbell to the Maritime be submitted by May 1. “Last year we celebrated the Patrol Association (MPA) Hall of Honor during the Heritage Dinner Selectees are required to attend the June 9 kick- Centennial of Naval Aviation at NAS Jax March 28. Present to receive the awards were Capt. Chris off event from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., that includes an in which we noted that mari- Ramsden (second from left), Mrs. Carolyn Wolkensdorfer and Charles interview, in the hospital’s central tower second deck time patrol has played a key Isbell, Maj. USMC, (RET) (second from right). The MPA inducted their conference room. new members to the Hall of Honor as part of the annual MPA Heritage role in the U.S. military aviation For more about this opportunity, call Junior Red Symposium. operations since the very begin- Cross Volunteer Chairman Terry Miles at 542-7525 or ning,” said Rear Adm. Michael (VP-6), flew aboard the Mercury- VP-30. Hailed for his dedication to e-mail [email protected]. Hewitt, commander, Patrol and Atlas 7 mission, becoming the the maritime patrol community, Reconnaissance Group. “And fourth American in space and the he was noted most for his service to tonight, we are here to toast a second to orbit the earth. After the the development of ASW and tac- major accomplishment within our completion of his astronaut tour, tics during the Cold War. Among own community; the service of the Carpenter later joined the Navy other positions, Wolkensdorfer P-3 Orion for the last 50 years.” SEALAB program, which made served as head of the Air Branch The milestone anniversary of him the only person ever desig- of the Antisubmarine Warfare the celebrated aircraft attracted nated as an astronaut and an aqua- Division of the Antisubmarine a crowd of nearly 450 guests in naut. Warfare and Ocean Surveillance historic Hangar 117. One of the Capt. Arnold Isbell (deceased) Program Office for the Chief of many distinguished attendees, was the commanding officer of Naval Operations. Wolkensdorfer guest speaker Vice Adm. Harry VP-11 during World War II, during spent much of his 35-year career Harris, assistant to the Chairman which time he faced a hurricane in ASW planning, acquisition, test- of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and a while surveying military base sites ing and operations, which helped former Maritime Patrol and in Newfoundland and skillfully shape much of current day ASW Reconnaissance Force (MPRF) maneuvered his aircraft to make tactics. member, spoke about the leaders an emergency night landing. Isbell Selected for shaping the heri- who had helped mold the aviation later commanded the escort carri- tage of the community and/ community. He singled out dozens er Card (CVE-11), and coordinated or for bravery in combat, the of active duty and retired mem- action that destroyed eight U-boats awards for Carpenter, Isbell and bers of the MPRF, many of them in a two-month period in 1943. He Wolkensdorfer were accepted by seated in the audience, who had then took his knowledge and expe- family members and colleagues. played key roles in leadership and rience to Washington, DC where Also attending were nine retired antisubmarine warfare (ASW), the he set-up an ASW tactical research officers who were members of the critical mission of maritime patrol. and development department. In original P-3C delivery crew in 1969 It was clear that these people cre- March 1945, while en route to take and/or instructors from VP-30 at ated the foundation upon which command of the Yorktown (CV-10), the time of the aircraft’s arrival. the community is currently run. Isbell was killed when a Japanese The self-named “Det Burbank Included in that group were plane scored two bomb hits on the Crew,” recalled their infamous trip three individuals inducted into carrier in which he was embarked home with the first P-3C. the MPRF Hall of Honor during the as a passenger. “When we arrived at NATC Pax dinner. Rear Adm. Daniel Wolkensdorfer River there was a large crowd Cmdr. Scott Carpenter, USN (deceased) served in several VP gathering around to see the ‘new (Ret.), one of the original Mercury squadrons throughout his career, astronauts and a former VP pilot commanding both VP-47 and See DINNER, Page 16 Community Calendar Aviation Boatswains Mate month at 7 p.m. in Building Reserve Center on Collins National Active and Retir- Association Spring 857 (at NAS Jax main gate Road. For information, call ed Federal Employees Picnic, April 14, 11 a.m. behind Navy-Marine Corps AOC John Newman at 683- Westside Jacksonville to 4 p.m. at NAS Jax Relief Society). Not So New 5407 or visit www.aao9. Chapter 1984 meets at 1 Fishermen’s Cove Picnic Shop open Tuesday and com. p.m. on the fourth Thursday Area near Birmingham Ave. Thursday (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.). Retired Activities Office of each month at the Murray Meat and drinks provided, Call 542-1582 for info. (RAO) at NAS Jax Fleet Hill United Methodist bring a covered dish. Call Navy Wives Clubs of and Family Support Center Church, (Fellowship Hall 542-3176 for more info. America DID No. 300 meets (FFSC) needs volunteers to Building) at 4101 College Florida Advisory Council the second Thursday of assist military retirees and Street. Call 786-7083. for Military Education each month at 7 p.m. at the dependents. Work three National Active and Retir- annual conference April Oak Crest United Methodist hours a day, one day per ed Federal Employees 25-27 at Casa Monica Hotel Church Education Building week. Call 542-2766 ext. Clay County Chapter 1414 in St. Augustine. Education at 5900 Ricker Road. Call 126 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. meets at 12:30 p.m. on the 387-4332 or 272-9489. weekdays to volunteer. Service Officers may attend second Tuesday of each Fleet Reserve Navy Jacksonville Yacht for personal development. month at the Orange Park Contact: www.fla-acme.org. Association Branch 290 Club meets the first Wed- Library, 2054 Plainfield Tree Hill Nature Center monthly meeting is the nesday of every month at Avenue. Call 276-9415. Annual Joseph Strasser first Thursday at 8 p.m., 7:30 p.m. at the clubhouse Ladies Auxiliary of Fleet Butterfly Festival, April 28 390 Mayport Rd., Atlantic (Building 1956) adjacent 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 7152 Lone Beach. Call 246-6855. to Mulberry Cove Marina. Reserve Unit 126 meets Star Road, Jacksonville, COMPASS Spouse-to- Open to active duty, re- the second Thursday of 724-4646. Spouse Military Mentor- serve and retired military, each month at 10 a.m. at March of Dimes Annual ing Program by Naval plus, active or retired DoD the Fleet Reserve Building, Babies Walk May 5 at 9 a.m. Services Family Line. Help civilians. Call 778-0805 or 7673 Blanding Blvd. Call in downtown Jacksonville. others help themselves. Call email commodore@njyc. 771-6850. Call 239-5825 or go to Melanie at 904-200-7751 or org. Retired Enlisted Associa- www.marchforbabies.org. email: COMPASSMayport@ Orange Park Lions Club tion meets the fourth USS Iwo Jima Shipmates NSFamilyLine.org meets the second and Wednesday of each Reunion June 6-10 at the Association of Aviation fourth Monday at 7 p.m. month at 1 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Ordnancemen meets the at 423 McIntosh Avenue, Fleet Reserve Hall at 7673 McLean, Va. For more info, third Thursday of each Orange Park. For more Blanding Blvd. Call 772- call (757) 723-0317. month at 7 p.m. at the Fleet information, call 298-1967. 8622 or 771-8696. Military Officers Association of America N.E. Florida Chapter meets the third Wednesday of each month, for lunch or dinner, usually at the NAS Officers’ club. Open to active duty and retirees of all branches of service. Contact Cmdr. George Allen at 264-0903 or georgewallen@bellsouth. net National Naval Officers Association meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. at the Urban League, 903 W. Union Street. Contact Lt. Cmdr. Paul Nix at 422-8480 or email Paul24navy@aol. com. Disabled American Vete- rans Chapter 38 meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 470 Madeira Dr., Orange Park. Service officers available Monday thru Friday 9 a.m – 2 p.m. to help with VA claims, call 269-2945 for an appointment. Bingo every Thursday from 6:30-9:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The public is welcome. Navy Wives Clubs of America Jax No. 86 meets the first Wednesday of each 16 JAX AIR NEWS, NAS JACKSONVILLE, Thursday, April 19, 2012 Navy’s newest squadron prepares for new F-35 fighters By Ensign Elizabeth Allen plans, adapted to the dynamic and ever Naval Education and Training Command Public Affairs changing environment and schedule, and continued to track towards the goal of establishing a training center for F-35 Navy personnel are busy preparing to pilots and maintainers.” teach the next generation of Sailors how The maintainers of the Navy F-35C to maintain and fly the newest mili- will initially be taught by Lockheed tary aircraft, the F-35C Lightening II Martin personnel to Navy instructors, Joint Strike Fighter – as Strike Fighter who will then begin teaching students Squadron (VFA) 101 readies for its after completing instructor certifica- stand-up ceremony at Eglin Air Force tion. Students are expected to arrive for Base May 1. maintenance instruction in 2015, with The F-35 is a single seat, multi-role the first F-35s scheduled for deploy- fighter aircraft with the capability to ment 2017-2018. The Navy’s version of perform ground attack, reconnaissance the F-35, the ‘C’ model is distinct from and air defense missions. The aircraft the F-35A and F-35B versions with larg- is in full production at the Lockheed er wing surfaces and reinforced landing Martin plant in Fort Worth, Texas. The gear for greater control in the demand- F-35 is designed to eventually replace ing carrier take-off and landing envi- the F/A-18 Hornet and AV-8B Harrier ronment. tactical fighter aircraft. It was planned Photo by Michael Jackson courtesy of Lockheed Martin Sailors in the majority of aviation with a common design, but three The F-35C test aircraft CF-3 is brought to launch position on a test catapult by rates are eligible to attend the F-35 unique service variants, to keep devel- Navy test pilot Cmdr. Eric Buus on July 19, 2011. The test demonstrated proper course of instruction, including avia- opment, production and operating costs catapult hook-up in preparation for the first launches scheduled at Lakehurst, N.J. tion ordnancemen, aviation structural down. CF-3 is the designated carrier suitability test aircraft. The F-35C carrier variant of mechanics, aviation machinist’s mates, the Joint Strike Fighter is distinct from the F-35A and F-35B variants with its larger “This is brand new aircraft platform aviation electronics technicians, avia- wing surfaces and reinforced landing gear. The F-35C is undergoing test and eval- from tooth to tail,” said Cmdr. Scott uation at NAS Patuxent River before eventual delivery to the fleet. tion electrician’s mates, aviation struc- Kartvedt, commanding officer of VFA- tural mechanics and aircrew survival 101. “We’re not parlaying off any Navy will receive ‘VFA-101 Plank Owner’ cer- been easy, but the leadership has taken equipmentmen. stealth legacy programs or support sys- tificates for their assistance with the charge and is working towards building VFA-101 is a part of the 33rd Fighter tems. This will be the first new stealth new aircraft, new training facilities and the best facilities possible to work with Wing, a joint-service graduate flying and carrier-based tactical fighter air- reestablished squadron. As per Navy this new aircraft. and maintenance training wing respon- craft since the introduction of the F/A- tradition, plank owners are individuals “The concept was simple; establish sible for F-35 A/B/C pilot and mainte- 18 some 29 years ago.” who were members of the crew of a ship an initial training center for pilots and nance training for the Navy, Marine The original VF-101, nicknamed the when that ship was placed in commis- maintainers for the F-35 weapon sys- Corps and the Air Force. Initially, 59 “Grim Reapers,” was established May 1, sion. tem,” said Tomassetti. “Bringing that aircraft and three squadrons, one for 1952 and flew various models of fighter “I’m learning a lot and really enjoy concept to reality will continue to be each service’s aircraft variant will be aircraft including the F-4 Phantom and working with other services,” said complicated and challenging. So the based at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The F-14 Tomcat. With the retirement of the Senior Chief Logistics Specialist (AW/ first step is you start with the best peo- F-35 Academic Training Center serves F-14, VF-101 was disestablished in 2005. SW) Mirtha Martinez, the material con- ple you can find, put them together, and as the schoolhouse, where wing per- To support the new Navy version of trol department leading chief petty offi- say ‘go.’ Over the past two-and-one-half sonnel expect to train more than 2,000 the F-35, VFA-101 will be reestablished cer for the squadron. “I’d love to come years, those carefully selected people maintenance students and 100 pilots May 1 at a new hangar and training back in five years and see the squadron have put together a strategy, developed each year. facility on Eglin AFB and will serve as fully functioning.” the Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS), Marine Col. Arthur Tomassetti, vice training pilots and maintainers for the commander of the 33rd Fighter Wing, fleet. said establishing a squadron to train The first Sailors to stand up VFA-101 and work with the F-35 aircraft has not Easter Egg Hunt

Photos by Shannon Leonard From left, Michaela, Michael, Madyson, and KC Shively enjoy the annual Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department Easter Egg Hunt at the McCaffrey Softball Field on April 5.

Kenneth and Carrie Crosby check out the goodies in their daugh- ter Layla’s Easter basket during the egg hunt. Hundreds of families came out to gather 15,000 eggs courtesy of the NAS Jax Youth Activities Center. DINNER: Celebrates P-3’s service From Page 15 In June of this year, VP-16 will receive the first P-8A Poseidon, a multi-mission baby’,” recalled Capt. Ron Martin, USN maritime aircraft developed by Boeing. (Ret.), VP-30’s first P-3C project officer It will be the first jet-powered maritime who delivered the first P-3C aircraft patrol aircraft commandeered by the to the fleet from the assembly line in US Navy. Burbank, Calif. “Would you believe the Integration of the P-8A into the entire new fancy electronic ladder wouldn’t MPRF fleet, however, will take a mini- work?” mum of six years. Until then, the P-3 The primary aircraft of the U.S. Orion will continue to play an impor- Navy MPRF, the P-3 Orion, has aided tant role in the critical mission of the in anti-submarine warfare since the U.S. maritime patrol community. early 1960s when it was introduced to “There are very few airplanes in the the aviation community by aeronau- world that can tout the distinct honor of tics corporation Lockheed Martin. The being in service for 50 years. This is tes- P-3 turboprop was an answer to a late tament to the ingenuity and innovation 1950s request by the Chief of Naval of the designers, manufacturers and Operations for an aircraft with more assemblers who created the P-3 Orion,” cabin space, a larger radius and a lon- said Lockheed Martin Vice President ger endurance than its predecessor, the of P-3 Programs and Greenville P-2 Neptune. In August 1962, VP-8 took Operations Ray Burick. possession of the first P-3, and then in “The P-3 is the world standard in 1969, the final revamp of the Orion, the maritime patrol and reconnaissance first “P-3C”, came online. and will continue to serve opera- “From a tactical standpoint, this tors around the globe for many more new ‘Charlie’ was a quantum leap in decades to come.” improved sensors, data processing, tac- As a token of appreciation to the tical displays, weapons delivery, and community, Burick presented the first decision making assistance over any of 755 copies of a limited edition P-3 P-3 system flying at that time,” said lithograph to Hewitt. The lithograph Martin. “We all knew Maritime Patrol is inlaid with 21 roundels representing was about to become a force to be reck- all P-3 operators, past and present. The oned with.” number of lithographs being produced, A half century later, the celebration of represents the number of P-3s built by the P-3C Orion comes at both a historic Lockheed Martin worldwide over the and pivotal point in the MPRF’s future. last half-century. �

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Great Specials! 5mi’s from NAS JAX & stores are �������������������� ������������������������ We’ll pay to move your Mobile Home in walking dist. Military Clause, Call now for details Sec. dep. & refs reqd. 904-536-5051. ��������������������� ��������������������� To one of our 6 communities 904-272-3050 Conditions apply Don’t Delay, Call Today ���������� 904-992-0181 SOUTHSIDE (JAX) M/F to share 3/2 ������������������������� WESTSIDE 103RD ST 2 & 3 Bedrms brick home in the Miramar area. �������������������� $600 - $700 No app. fee. $300 dep. Pool, security system, high speed Westside OPEN HOUSE Call 772-7684 or 868-5496 internet, cable TV, w/d, & safe. �������������� 3/2 many extras on the lake in quiet $475m+1/2 electric. Call 716-6660 ������ gated community. Lawn service, ����������� ����� pool and community center. WESTSIDE Close to churches, library. 2/1 CH&A Clean, quiet in ���������������� Appraised value $53,600. country setting, washer/dryer ������������������ �������� �������������������������� Will sacrifice! MUST MOVE! hookup, water included. ����������������� Call for appointment 904-233-8060 ������������� $475MO. 904 -783 -0288 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH �������������������� N. FERNANDINA BEACH ������� �������������� 50 +- YARDS BEACH ACCESS ������������������� ������������� WESTSIDE - DUPLEX/ $300 – 3 DAY WEEKEND ������������������� ������������ TOWN HOME - 2/1.5 Quiet area, $500 – Per week. Sleeps 4 ������ new paint, large walk-in closets, Call 877-572-2210 ���������������� MIDDLEBURG 10 Fenced Acres W/D hookup, good parking Well, Septic, and Power Pole. no smoker $695mo. 904-707-6251 $1,900.00 down, $695.00 per month. 3 Fenced Acres $395/mo. ������������������ Owner Financing** Westside BRING THIS AD IN AND No Qualifying** No Closing Costs GET 1 MONTH FREE RENT Call Today!! 512-663-0065. 1, 2, & 3 BR apts available. Call Magnolia Terrace 904-781-6616 “RARE 61 ACRE HUNTING Located at: 2045 Jammes Road PROPERTY” in back of 4 Creeks State Forest (13,147 acres) in Nas- sau County in North Florida on Mills Creek, minutes from Jax, deer, turkeys, hogs, 3 miles off paved road. Small bunk house, food ������������������ plots, feeders, skinning rack, tree stands, campsite, owner financing available, $3500 an acre. 3/2, 15min. from NAS JAX, newly 904-759-1487, tiled, open kitch., fp, 2cgar, all [email protected] appls. Ask about Military Discount. $1095m+sec. Call 904-514-9911 3/2, kitch eqpt w/new fridge, range & WANTED 25-50 Acres, oven. Ortega Hills .5mi. to back Mixed cultivatable and wooded gate of NAS JAX. $850m+$800sec. for a small family farm in Duval, Latham Real Estate Inc. 264-4567 Nassau, Saint Johns, Baker, Columbia or Hamilton Counties. Call 904-434-0251 NORTHSIDE 3BR/1BA with den, ch&a, w/d hookup, fresh paint, new carpet. Call ������������������� for info 904-237-9840, 463-1651

OAK LEAF Plantation Newly RENTAL PROPERTY On West- Remolded 4/2, approx 1600/sf side approximately 1 acre with includes clubhouse ammeni- 4 mobile homes gross $2,300. per month. Selling for $175K, owner ties $1300/mo. inclules lawn financing available with $25,000. maint 904-237-7392 or 237-7395 down. Call 904-269-6973, 955-8364

Orange Pk Townhse 3br/2.5ba, w/d, new flring & paint, comm pool $800. ����������������������� incld water+sec dep. 305-282-2103 �������� SPRINGFIELD HISTORIC AREA 1br apt, 2br duplex apts. c 1906 high ������������ ceilings, upgraded kitchen and ����������� bathrooms. Off street parking, water/sewer is provided. No long term lease required. Fenced yards, close to all downtown and hospitals, are all in 7th & Laura St. area. Prices $400-$600/per month. ATLANTIC BEACH - Call Conrad 904-343-2438, 757-8716 Executive beach condo in ocean Switzerland Charming Direct Water- front community recently renov front 4 room cottage on lrg private into a luxury weekend get-a-way riverfront estate. Lrg living room, retreat. Definitely a must see. dining room or study, 1 bedroom, & 2BR 2.5BA, fully furnished, laundry room. Perfect for artist, Only $260,000. professional, or business person. Call 904-759-8952 for details Available immediately furnished or unfurnished $895month. 904-522-1169 ��������� ���������������������������� ���������������������������� ������ ��� �������������������������������� ������� Navy Classified Ads THE FLEET MARKET Rank/Grade:______Work Phone#______Organization: ______Date Submitted:______Name(please print):______Signature:______For Sale 3,4 or 5 bedroom Jacobsen homes on 1 acre, easy financing A D V E R T I S I N G with zero down 904-589-9585 1. Free advertising in the Fleet Market is restricted to active duty and retired military 7. Additional readership in other publications can be arranged for a nominal fee by JUST REDUCED to $159,900 RU LES personnel (or their dependents) and civilian employees assigned to the Mayport calling 1-800-258-4637 (toll free), or enclosing your phone number. Eagle Harbor 3/2 in excellent condi- tion. Beautifully landscaped with Naval Station. 8. Faxed ads will be accepted at 904-366-6230, however, they must be completed palm trees & shrubs. Quality fans Please fill out this 2. Advertising in the Fleet Market is a free service provided by the publisher to on an original form. thru-out & screened lanai. Best amenities for adults and kids. help qualified personnel dispose of unwanted personal articles. Service ads Pools, water park, tennis, golf, form in black or Select the number of weeks ad is to run: � 1 wk � 2 wks � 3 wks � 4 wks soccer,lake access. Award winning such as sharing rides to work or on leave, announcing lost and found items, and garage Blue Ribbon Schools. For pics visit blue ink. To renew your ad after the allotted time, you must re-submit your ad to The Mirror. www.callthecollins.net sales will be accepted. ADS PERTAINING TO GUN SALES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. ANIMAL Contact Collins Realty or ret'd mil. OR PET ADS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED IF THE ANIMALS ARE OFFERED FREE. CHILD CARE NOTE: (1) This form must be clipped (not torn) along the outside border. (2) No owner 904-940-6690 PROVIDERS CANNOT DISCRIMINATE. REAL ESTATE ADS WILL BE LIMITED TO ANNOUNCEMENT more than one word (or abbreviation for one word) per block. (3) Only two free DEADLINES OF HOMES FOR SALE OR RENT BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH PERMANENT CHANGE OF ads per family, per week. (4) Select the category for the ad by referring to the ���������� STATION (PCS) OR “OFFICIALLY REASSIGNED” ORDERS. REAL ESTATE ADS MUST CONTAIN Classified Index. ONE OF THOSE STATEMENTS IN THE BODY OF THE AD– OTHERWISE THEY WILL BE BILLED. DEEP WATER 100’ THE 3. All information requested must be included and readable. All ads should be RIVERFRONT. Minutes to the Ocean. written independent of other information contained on this form. Small 3/1, Concrete Block home, MIRROR 4. Ads received after the above time will run in the following week’s issue. Category: Artesian well. Needs remodeling. 5. Completed forms should be delivered or mailed to the Fleet Market, Jax Air $245,000. Call Rod Morris, All Real News, Bldg. 1, Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32212, or to Jax Estate Options, 230-4114. visit: www.JacksonvilleRiverfront.com Noon Air News, One Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32202 SAMPSON LAKE at Starke 6. Ads appearing to be in the promotion of a business or which do not meet the Two 100’ lots, approx. 3 acres, small Friday above requirements will be billed. The publisher reserves the right to omit any furnished cabin, your private canal ������� �������������������������������� One Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville FL 32202 420’ dock w/ covered deck, beautiful or all ads. property hi/dry, fenced across front, a must see! Asking $169K Call Wayne 904-786-4971 or 904-859-5898 ��������� ���������������������������� ���������������������������� ������ �

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CHERRY FAMILY DAY Sofa & Love seat. Very good SURFBOARD ALMERRICK 2008 Kawasaki ZX10r. Has 2200 CARE - Northside/Airport cond., green, tan & mauve CHANER ISLAND Tri Fin 6’4” miles, many aftermarket parts Infant-Schoolage-small group by 20” great shape first $100 and a warranty. Asking $8500 setting. All meals provided. stripes $150-cash only. Serious takes it home. George obo. 850-712-2083 F04DU1345. 904-751-9149 inq’s only 904-318-5922 904-728-8669 High Quality Child Care, open 24hr, 7/wk, Free Pre-K. Meals & Transportation incl. Middle- burg/Orange Pk. F04CL0147. ����������� �������� ���������� 904-406-9426 CHERRY FAMILY DAY FLEMING ISLAND GARAGE SALE 2006 Cargo Trailer. Single LEER Fiberglass Cover L/B CARE - Northside/Airport April 20th & 21st 8am Axel 6x10x6 ft high. Single Dodge $300. Power Chip Dodge Infant-Schoolage-small group Multi Family 6459 River Point Dr. Swing door. Rear ramp door. 03/07 Gas/Dsl $350. Dodge 3500 setting. All meals provided. Torsion bar suspension. Built tailgate $200. 904-278-5091 F04DU1345. 904-751-9149 INTRACOASTAL WEST in work bench, storage cabinet & Kensington Community Yard Sales shelves w/multiple outlets. Exc. Michelin P225/60R-17 $130. Sat. April 21th at 8am-? service/work trlr. $950.00 Call 2 P275/55-R18 109T $200. Each On Atlantic Blvd. East of Kernan 9 0 4-806-1522 or email used P255/70R16 exc cond $85. www.KensingtonAssociation.com [email protected] for more info King Cobra golf bag w/cover 650,620 ����������������������� and click on Garage Sales $50. 904-384-7809 for a list of featured addresses. METAL ROOFING AND METAL ROOFING REPAIR CALL 226-4225 LICENCED & INSURED CC1328647 ���� ��������� ����������� �����������

��������������� ‘05 Pontiac Grand Am, SE, 6cyl, 4dr, sedan, 177k hwy HOURS ����������� �������������������� mi’s, AT/PS/PB/Cruise. Ask- ����������������� �������������� ing $4990obo. 904-757-7037 �������� ‘96 Toyota Camry 4dr 4cyc Besides protecting our country, ���������� ������������ $2800 (Moving. ‘98 Benz E420 ������������� 4dr, $6900. Call RJ. ‘96 LS400 �������������� Lexus 4dr B/D $6000. �������� 912-467-3376 ����������������� Lost 2 Beagles Avondale area 4/7. LOCH RANE/ORANGE PARK ����������������������� Reward 904-868-7971. 2011 Chevy Camero LT Coupe military personnel stationed in our COUNTRY CLUB 2dr, $26,500, 7,040mi’s, parked ������� Sat. April 21st, 7a-2pm. in gar. V6, 3.6Liters AT, 6spd ������������ Kingsley & Blanding. w/ overdrive & TAP shift, �������� Lots of Families. Lots of deals. ����������������� moon roof, alloy wheels, keyless Early birds line up at Opie’s Wings entry, OnStar, ABS(4-wheel),city communities donated 650,620 hours of 18/highway 29, torque:278 @5100 ������������������� before the gate house. ����������� JACK Russell Terrier Pups CKC reg RPM, horsepower: 312 @ 6500 RPM 9 weeks 2/M 2/F $200ea. 904-272-5572 Sara Riek 904-751-4201 ������������ MIDDLEBURG The Ravines Multi ������������� Jack Russell Puppies tri-colored, 2002 LINCOLN - Exc. Black- Family Garage Sale!! VARIOUS 8 weeks M/F $350. (678)410-5483. ����������������� items! 1 mile east of Blanding on wood, one owner, garaged, 99k volunteer service in Northeast Florida CR218 4/21 Sat 8a-1p Public welcome m i les, $18,000. Extra tow ������������������� PET CARE SERVICES hooks, new tires, manuals, ������������ Non-smoker, clean background separate 904-384-7809 ����������� LOCH RANE/ ORANGE PARK CC Letters of ref’s. SATURDAY APRIL 21,7:00-1:00, Call 904-718-6144 ACURA 3.5 RL ‘04 Indigo blue ext & and Southeast Georgia last year. ������������� Annual Spring Garage Sale. Kingsley and slate lthr int, 109k mi, great cond, ��������������� Blanding. Lots of Families. Lots of Deals. POODLES TOY CKC wormed/shots utd, cream color. $400. 912-281-5573 1 owner, $10,500. Call 904-329-1919 ���������� Early Birds Line Up At Opies Wings. ����������������� PRECIOUS LITTLE PUPPIES, Pecan Park Flea Market 768-6063 �eir time was given to community ������� ������������������������� Rabies Shots $10. Save money on ������������������������ your pets vaccines and testing. ������������������� www.forpetshots.com 2000 CADILLAC ESCALADE ����������� $6000. 154K mi’s, Exc. cond. organizations, church groups, youth YORKIE Babies CKC, POP, All power. 4wheel drive, ������������������ very tiny $500 & up 904-781-7862 ������������ 904-537-9804 �������������� Yorkie Puppies 9wks, S & W, HC, small, cute, can email pics 307-7016 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup, ������� 1/2 ton, V8, ext. cab, 2wd, activities, scouting and more. tinted windows, new tires, one �������� owner 904-583-2246/206-0207 ���������������������� �������������� 2007 Nissan Xterra, 69K miles, AT, 4.0L V-6, exc. cond., �������� $13,000 Call Brian after 5p, 904-566-6558. ���������� ����� ��������� 2008 CHEVY Z71, 4x4, Appliances, buy, sell, trade & repair 9900mi’s, AT, 5.3L, 4dr, W/Ds, Refrigs., stove, $85-up wrnty. ���������������������� Tom 891-2659 after 4. Mon- Sun 9-7. Delivery 904-695-1412 ���������������� �ank You! ���������� Collectors Car - 1986 Dodge Conquest, beautiful inter., �������� ���������� good body, needs minor ���������������� repair/restoration. Best offer ������������� over $1400 Firm. 904-214-3476/755-8634 AUCTIONS BY B. LANGSTON’S LLC ������������������������ Nice quality estate; includes, Coins, art, jewelry, tools, glass, Snapper 33" Riding Mower, ������������ Furniture both antique & modern. Rear Bag, 14.5 HP Briggs ���������� ������������ 1671 Atlantic Blvd. in the heart of Comm. Eng., 114 Total Hours. Garage kept, well maintained. ����������������� San Marco. Sun preview @ 12 $1200.00 Ron @ 904-268-2080 auction starts at 1 pm. ����������� BP 13%, cash, check 10% 642.1003 �������������������� CHRYSLER 2010 www.blangstons.com Au4237/Ab3056 WHEELCHAIR VAN ����������������� ���������� Has 10'' lowered floor, ������������� ������������ wheelchair ramp and tie DIABETIC TEST STRIPS NEEDED ������������������� downs. For more info $ I BUY sealed /unexpired boxes $ ���������� call Shawn 727-492-1630 NASCAR DIECAST & Memor- Call Bob at (904) 712-9015 ibilia for sale. Prices vary. ������������������� Ceramic Wizard & Dragon Collection. 904-529-8263 HAMMOCK Pawley’s Island origi- ��������������� nal rope hammock (100% cotton) and stand, brand new. 904-910-0286 650,620 HOURS ������������ Leisure Bay 6 person Hot Tub, ����� new motor, installed Dec. 2011. Besides protecting our country, Works great. Buyer picks up. $1500. 904-744-1794 military personnel stationed in our B. LANGSTON'S PRESENTS SEA-DOO WATER CRAFT: communities donated 650,620 hours Murray Hill Bungalow Pack to Ceiling. Hours of fun on one tank of Poulan Pro262 Saw $100. gas. $999. 904-321-7670 of volunteer service in Northeast Decorator items, 50', 60's colleb's, Florida and Southeast Georgia last books, tools, china, porcelain, art Craftsman 31cc weed whacker $100. Craftsman 10” table saw year. �eir time was given to community glass, antique & modern, furn. organizations, church groups, youth 843 Ingleside Ave. Thurs. 5-7 p.m. 3.0hp, $250. Call 912-576-3130 Fri/Sat 9-5. www.blangston.com ���������������� activities, scouting and more. WOOD LATHE with stand $170. Ladder Jacks set $100. Fifth Wheel Hitch 15k $350. 2011 KEYSTONE ALPINE 5th �ank You! 904-786-9651 Wheel 4 slides, 4dr, refrig, ��������������������� freezer, exc cond. lots of stor- age $48K. 850-445-6182 Ivy League Bedrm set, STARCRAFT POP-UP dresser, mirror, headbrd, ������� nightstand, footbrd, mattress, CAMPER Slps 6, AC, awning, solid wood entertainment set, fridge, microwave, good cond, exc cond 904-206-0207/583-2307 PRICE REDUCED - FOR SALE $600 $2500. 904-612-2500 FIRM - Approximately one year One black/silver glass top, one old, '65 Fender Deluxe Reverb VRI TT, tow eg. 2 TV’s, front silver glass top, computer Reissue amplifier. Perfect condi- tion with less than 20 hours of play bath, new tires, qn bed, slps 6, desks, exc. cond. Entertain. time. Having to sell due to lrg slide-out, $14K. 904-642-0881 Center. Amelia Isl. 904-206-0209 economic issues. 904.891.9781 - Tom or cell: 904-716-1968