Oct. 20, 2012
Vol. 1 Issue 65
2012 NIMITZ
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Assistant SECNAV Visits Nimitz Story by MC3 Raul Moreno
Assistant Secretary of the Navy, the honorable Juan Garcia, arrives on board USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (Photo by MC3 Ryan Mayes)
Assistant Secretary of the Navy, The Honorable Juan Garcia, visited the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Oct. 18 as part of a distinguished visitor (DV) program. The DV program aboard Nimitz is a unique experience which allows for both civilian and military guests to come aboard the ship while underway to increase awareness on the Navy’s mission and witness aircraft carrier operations firsthand.
“I know it’s an additional demand on an already incredibly busy crew,” said Garcia.“The DV program mission and the way it’s able to build ambassadors is such a valuable tool.” The program includes a tour of the shops throughout the ship and the opportunity to interact and speak with Nimitz’ crewmembers to get a bit of an insight on the true life behind being a Sailor. According see ASECNAV pg. 6
Stay Aware Story by MC3 Carla Ocampo
According to NAVADMIN 1752.3B, it is the responsibility of Navy and Marine Corps service members to ensure the safety, health, and well being of their family members. Each member is expected to exemplify Navy and Marine Corps leadership core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Child and domestic abuse are unacceptable and incompatible with these high standards of professional and personal discipline. October was designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the Navy is using this month to see Awareness pg. 7
Commanding Officer CAPT Jeff S. Ruth Executive Officer CAPT Buzz Donnelly Command Master Chief CMDCM Teri McIntyre Public Affairs Officer LCDR Karin Burzynski Editor MC2 Benjamin Crossley Lead Designer MC3 Renee L. Candelario
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Cpl. Christopher Farinella and Lance Cpl. Darien Parris reinstall a trailing edge flap on an F/A-18C, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 323, in the hangar bay of USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (Photo by MC2 Robert Winn)
1824 U.S. schooner Porpoise captures four pirate ships off Cuba. 1944 7th Fleet lands more than 60,000 Army troops on Leyte, Phillippines, while Japanese aircraft attack. 1952 Task Force 77 establishes Electronic Counter Measures (ECM) Hunter/Killer Teams of two ECM-equipped aircraft and an armed escort of four Skyraiders and four Corsairs. 1967 Operation Coronado VII began in Mekong Delta, Vietnam. 1983 Due to political strife, USS Independence (CV 62) is ordered to Grenada. Page 2
Sailor of the Day: Hard Work Never Goes Overlooked Story and photos by MC3 Linda Swearingen
Air Traffic Controlman 3rd Class (AW) Russell R. Maynard enjoys a day at sea in his work center in Nimitz’ combat direction center.
A Killeen, Texas native, now a Sailor on board the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) was named Sailor of the Day, Oct. 19. As an Air-Traffic Controller, Operations Plot Watch Supervisor and member of the Operations Department, Air-Traffic Controller 3rd Class (SW) Russell R. Maynard performed the duties of an Integrated Shipboard Information System Operator in the Carrier Air Traffic Control Center. Russell flawlessly tracked 3,480 carrier landings and all associated flight operation information during the Rim of the Pacific Exercise and Fleet Replacement Squadron Carrier Qualifications. His designation as an Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist proves his knowledge of carrier aviation and strengthens OC Division’s 98 percent warfare qualification rate. He is unquestionably OC Division’s resident expert for any maintenance related tasking and is responsible for the maintenance of all OC Division damage control equipment. While assigned to both the OP01 and OC40 work centers, his exemplary performance was instrumental in the successful completion of more than 87 maintenance checks while achieving a 95 percent passing rate during spot checks. “It feels good to be named the Sailor of the Day,”
said Maynard. “It’s not something I expected.” Maynard joined the Navy Oct. 28, 2009 to help support his wife and children. While on liberty, Maynard enjoys staying in contact with his wife and children via Facetime on his computer, hanging out with his co-workers, and hiking. During his off time, he likes to exercise in the ship’s gym and read history and biography books. For other Sailors looking to excel in their work centers Maynard suggests finding a reason to be happy and maintaining a positive attitude. “Even when you feel like you’re being overlooked and no one’s paying attention to you, someone is always watching,” said Maynard.
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Capt. Jeff Ruth, Nimitz’ commanding officer, names Air Traffic Controlman 3rd Class (AW) Russell Maynard Sailor of the Day in the Pilot House Oct. 19.
Phone and Distance Line Crew October 19, 2012
Seaman Jamie Petersen fakes down the phone and distance line prior to the underway replenishment between USS Nimitz (CVN 68) and the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187).
Photos by MC3 Ryan Mayes
Kaiser pulls alongside Nimitz about 7 a.m. as the sun rises over the Pacific. The oiler provides more than one million gallons of fuel that allows Nimitz to continue with its composite training unit exercise.
Gunner’s Mate Seaman Kyle Roest prepares to fire the shot line. The shot line will be used to pull the phone and distance line over to the Kaiser.
(left to right) Seaman Austin Mills, Se Swanson and Boatswain’s Mate Sea tension on the line to provide the prope ships.
Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class Angel Anton (far right) discusses the morning’s UNREP with Seaman Austin Mills (left), Seaman Tyler Irons (middle) and Boatswain’s Mate Seaman Aaron Mosley (right).
eaman Jamie Petersen, Seaman Iria man Dustin Addis keep constant er distance reading between the two
The phone and distance line provides a means of communication and distance measurement between two ships.
Seaman Sackiema Thomas works as the signalman during the UNREP with Kaiser.
ASECNAV: Sailors Display Professionalism continued from Pg. 1 to Garcia, the DVs were amazed by the responses they received. “The biggest takeaway will be the pride and professionalism that every single member of this crew exuded,” said Garcia. Amongst the many Sailors involved with the DV program is Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Erik Gonzalez, assigned to Nimitz’ Air Department. Gonzalez is responsible for a segment of the shipboard tour. “I enjoy letting people know what we do and how aircraft carriers work,” said Gonzalez. “I know every time I do it, I like to express how much work goes into it. We like to keep it nice and down to earth, just showing them what we do.” The DV program is ongoing and has a new group of visitors coming aboard Nimitz almost every day while participating in its Composite Training Exercise (COMPTUEX) in preparation for its upcoming deployment. “I just want to thank every one of the Sailors we crossed paths with who went out of their way to welcome their fellow Americans and left a permanent impression,” said Garcia.
Assistant Secretary of the Navy, the honorable Juan Garcia, arrives on board USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (Photo by MC2 Benjamin Crossley)
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Awareness: Nimitz Attacks Domestic Violence continued from Pg. 1 inform Sailors and their families about domestic violence prevention, how to identify the warning signs and report it. Domestic violence is an on-going problem not only within the Navy, but other military branches as well. “Domestic violence can happen to anyone at anytime,” said Senior Chief Air-Traffic Controller Kyle Hempel, Nimitz’ Family Advocacy Program (FAP) representative. “Relationships that are strained can sometimes become so distressed that a person does something they shouldn’t.” According to an article from Stars and Stripes in 2011, there was a rate of 11.2 domestic violence incidents per 1,000 military families, an increase from the year before. It is possible that the increase is because more people are reporting the incidents due to increased awareness. “When domestic violence happens it needs to be addressed immediately,” said Hempel. “Getting help early can keep a stressful environment from becoming abusive.” There are two types of reporting available, restricted and unrestricted. Restricted reports do not involve the chain of command or local authorities. Unrestricted however will include some type of investigation by either party. “Whether unrestricted or restricted both options make available to victims the full range of advocacy, medical and counseling services,” said Hempel. Domestic violence shows no mercy explained Lt. Cmdr. Richard Townes, one of Nimitz’ chaplains, it happens to people of all ages and gender. “People shouldn’t be afraidtoaskforhelpandtheyshouldn’t think it will just go away because it won’t,”said Townes. There are many avenues victims can take to get help. Nimitz’ FAP representative acts as a liaison between the Fleet and Family Service Center (FFCS), who provides counseling and medical assistance to victims. A chaplain is always available if needed and Military One Source offers domestic violence hotlines. “A chaplain is always a great first step,” said Townes. “Chaplains have 100 percent confidentiality and are the only ones not required to report abuse. We will educate the abuser and help him or her get the help they need.”
Victims are not the only ones who can report domestic violence. Early intervention can be achieved by encouraging offenders and potential offenders to seek assistance. Offenders may voluntarily refer themselves to a medical officer, FFSC or a FAP counselor. Hempel explained that depending on the severity, actions of domestic violence could lead to jail as well as a bad conduct discharge. “More often though the offense is caught early enough that help and counseling can save both a Sailor’s relationship and career,” said Hempel. Domestic violence is preventable through education and treatable through counseling. As of November, Nimitz’ new FAP representative will be Senior Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate(Fuel)EdwardSandi.PleaseseeyourFAPrepresentative, chaplain, medical or Navy FFCS for information and assistance with any domestic violence questions or issues.
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Aviation Structural Mechanic (Equipment) 3rd Class Andrew Hood, performs maintenance on an F/A-18C, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146, in the hangar bay of USS Nimitz (CVN 68).(Photo by MC2 Robert Winn)