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The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) pulls away from the pier at Naval Station Norfolk Feb. 21, en route to a deployment to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

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BY CATHY HEIMER Jet Observer

PAGE 6 The next Troops to Teachers (TTT) briefings will be March 7, 11:30 a.m. at Dam Neck in Walker Hall, building 199, Room 254 and at NAS Oceana, March 21 at noon at the Education Services Center, building 531, Room T106.

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Oceana honors military pioneers at Black History Month event

Eisenhower Strike Group deploys From Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group Public Affairs NORFOLK (NNS) — The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKECSG), with nearly 4,500 Sailors, deployed from Naval Station Norfolk and Naval Station Mayport, Fla., Feb. 21, to support operations in the U.S. Navy’s 5th and 6th Fleets.

The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), commanded by Capt. Marcus A. Hitchcock, along with German Frigate FGS Hamburg (F220),commanded by Cmdr.Ralf Kuchler,departed from Naval Station Norfolk, and the guided missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66), commanded by Capt.

Dan Uhls, from Naval Station Mayport.

Eisenhower returned three months earlier than previously scheduled in order to resurface its flight deck prior to a planned redeployment.The IKECSG is redeploying to support carrier strike group presence requirements in the U.S. Navy’s 5th and 6th Fleet area of operations. Working with allied and partner maritime forces, the IKECSG Sailors will focus heavily on maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the Navy’s 5th

and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

“This strike group is tested and always ready for the next mission,” said Rear Adm.Michael C.Manazir, CSG 8 commander.“I’m proud of the versatility and flexibility of every Sailor in this strike group. They have proven that we can meet all tasks set out for us by our fleet commanders. I look forward to once again playing a part in ensuring the security of international waterways and building partnerships around the world.”

For this deployment,IKECSG is comprised of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8, Dwight D. Eisenhower, embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, embarked Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 28, German Frigate Hamburg and Hue City.

Aircraft squadrons of CVW-7 include strike fighter squadrons VFA-143“Pukin Dogs,”VFA-131“Wildcats,” VFA-83 “Rampagers” and VFA-103 “Jolly Rogers;” tactical electronics warfare squadron VAQ-140 “Patriots;” carrier airborne early warning squadron VAW121 “Bluetails;” Fleet Logistics Support Squadron VRC-40 “Rawhides” and helicopter anti-submarine squadron HS-5“Nightdippers.”

The Montford Point Marines and theTuskegee Airmen were honored during the NAS Oceana Black History Month observance, Feb. 21, at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd.

Three of 13 Montford Point Marines who live in Hampton Roads, attended the observance, which included guest speaker Rev. Geoffrey V.Guns and powerful performances of two poems set to music by Gunnery Sgt. Dean Lawrence.

Ronald M. Frink, president of the Tidewater Chapter,Tuskegee Airmen, Inc, spoke on behalf of the five original documentedTuskegee Airman who live in Hampton Roads. One of those men was scheduled to attend but was unable because of a family member’s illness. Frink noted how the men were “living history” and thanked Oceana for honoring them.

The idea of living history was also stressed

by Master Sgt. Curt Clarke, president of the Tidewater Chapter 14, Montford Point Marine Association, as he encouraged those attending the observance to take advantage of the opportunity to meet the Montford Point Marines, Robert E. Nichols, Jimmy M. Hargrove and William A.L. Brown.The three men were among the 20,000 enlisted Black Marines who trained at the segregated Montford Point Camp in North Carolina from 1942-49.

— See Observance, Page 9

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Farewell message to the DoD from Secretary Leon E. Panetta To all Department of Defense personnel: “Tomorrow morning (Feb.27),Chuck Hagel will be sworn in to succeed me as secretary of defense.

It’s been the privilege of my life to serve with and lead the men and women of this department, and I am grateful that President Obama selected such an outstanding leader to take my place.

“As my final act in this position, I want to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who are fighting and working every day to keep this country safe.

I also want to share with you my pride in what we’ve been able to accomplish together as one team and one family at the Department of Defense.

“First and foremost, I’m proud that because of all of your hard work, your sacrifice, and your dedication, we’ve kept this country safe. I’m proud of the courage and commitment you’ve displayed in combat, and for your deter-

F-35s grounded as precaution after crack found in engine blade

BY JIM GARAMONE American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON — All F-35s have been grounded as a precaution after a routine engine inspection revealed a crack on an engine blade, Defense Department officials said here Feb. 22.

Officials call this a “cautionary suspension of flight.”The Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps fly F-35s.

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mination to defeat our enemies, prevail over significant challenges in two wars, and give the people of Iraq and Afghanistan a chance at a much brighter future.

“I’m proud of the gains we’ve made in weakening al Qaeda and other terrorist groups. At all levels in this department, you’ve shown the ability to work together closer than ever before with our partners in government and abroad. Your skill and teamwork are undermining and frustrating our enemies’ designs to attack this country.

“I’m proud of the defense strategy that we’ve developed and started to implement,which sustains the world’s strongest military and helps meet the department’s obligations to fiscal discipline. Together we’re keeping our military agile, flexible, and ready; we’re rebalancing our force posture; we’re building new partnerships and investing in new technologies.

“I’m proud of expanding opportunities for everyone in the military, because I believe everyone deserves a chance to serve. And I’m proud of what we’ve done to help and care for returning service members, veterans, and their families, who’ve sacrificed so much especially over this past decade of war.

“Most of all, I’ll always remain proud and honored to have led brave warriors who are risking their lives on behalf of the American people. Everything our military has

been able to accomplish is because of dedicated people like you — it is because of your willingness to deal with extended absences from loved ones and deploy in harm’s way.

“I’ll never forget, honoring our fallen to whom our nations rendered final honors, and I’ll keep their families in my prayers. In my time as secretary of defense, I’ve seen the profound difference that each of you has made in the life of this nation and our world.You have responded to the call of the bugle with courage and with selfless dedication to country.

“My prayer as I leave is that we all share the same courage and dedication to protecting the United States of America, the home of the free and the land of the brave.

“God bless America, God bless you, and God bless the men and women of the Department of Defense.”

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Inspectors found the crack in an F135 engine installed in an F-35A Lightning II aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif.This is the conventional take-off and landing version Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 of the joint strike fighter.

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Officials said the grounding is precautionary. All F-35 flight operations have been suspended until the investigaNaval Station Norfolk tion is complete, officials said, and it is too early to know Jewish Services - Fri - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 the fleetwide impact.

Islamic Services - Fri - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7) “The F-35 Joint Program Office is working closely with Pratt & Whitney and Lockheed Martin at all F-35 locations to ensure the integrity of the engine,and to return the fleet Contact Chaplains: NAS Oceana at 433-2871, CVW-1 at 433-3676 CVW-7 at 433-2247, CVW-8 at 433-2420, CVW-3 at 433-2098, safely to flight as soon as possible,” a Defense Department FRC Oceana at 433-9286 news release said.

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‘Military Saves Week’ highlights personal finance issues

BY NICK SIMEONE American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON — Defense Department officials have designated this week as “Military Saves Week” to highlight the need for military families to reduce debt and save for the future, something Pentagon officials emphasize is key to force readiness.

The event is part of the yearlong Military Saves campaign, an opportunity for leaders to stress the importance of good financial habits to all members of the force and their families to encourage saving, reducing debt and building wealth, officials said.

“Military Saves is an ongoing campaign in partnership with America Saves to really hone in on the habits for good savings for our military members,” Barbara Thompson, director of the Pentagon’s office of family policy and children and youth, told American Forces Press Service and the Pentagon Channel. The personal finances of military families are important to the Defense Department, she said, because money problems can affect force readiness.

“When service members and their families can focus on the mission because they’re not worried about their financial situation, we have a much better prepared force,” she added.

Financial health also is key to force readiness because accumulating debt can jeopardize a service member’s security clearance. DOD officials have found that junior enlisted service members and their families are more vulnerable to financial problems than other members of the force. Data obtained through surveys and supplied by Thompson’s office suggests an increase last year among those who experienced one or more problems in paying bills, despite an overall drop in those who said they were not comfortable with their financial situation.

Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has encouraged each military branch to sponsor financial awareness events, with a particular focus on young people, including children of service members. In a memo to the chiefs of the military services and senior enlisted advisors, Dempsey emphasized that by “learning good financial habits early in life, our children will strengthen their financial fitness for the future.”

Thompson said many services are available to members of the military who seek financial advice.

“Each of the services has contracted with people who have an expertise in financial readiness,” she said. In addition to taking advantage of counseling available on military bases and taking part in upcoming financial awareness events, Thompson said, military families have other

Photo by MC2 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos

IS1(SW) David Crass and CTN1(EXW/SW) John T. Schulze, both from Naval Expeditionary Intelligence Command listen to the one of the panel of subject matter experts speaking at the 2013 Military Saves Seminar, held at NAS Oceana Feb. 13 to educate leadership and command financial specialists about the resources available to help Sailors, Marines and their families with financial planning. opportunities to learn more about personal finance.

For example, she said, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority’s Investor Education Foundation has a website — http://SaveAndInvest.org — that includes a financial management readiness program designed for service members.

Thompson also recommended visiting http://www.militarysaves.org for more information about Military Saves and to read about success stories related by people who have used the program to achieve their financial goals.

USS Carl Vinson, CVW-17 earn carrier qualifications Team conducted both a precision approach and landing system (PALS) and flight deck certification

BY MC3(SW) HEATHER ROE USS Carl Vinson Public Affairs USS CARL VINSON, At Sea (NNS) — Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) and 449 Sailors assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 left Naval Air Station North Island Feb. 11 to begin carrier qualifications after a seven-month planned incremental availability (PIA).

The Gold Eagle/Quicksand team conducted a precision approach and landing system (PALS) certification and a flight deck certification during the nine-day underway period to qualify for future flight operations.

The PALS certification is significant to the aircraft and pilot, as well as the ship because it provides guidance and allows an aircraft the option of automatic approaches to the ship, explained Jake Kiehlmeier, a flight-test engineer attached to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 23.

“PALS is most useful when a pilot is unable to see due to inclement weather or when an aircraft suffers a malfunction that could prevent a routine landing. It allows us to recover aircraft safely in any situation not considered normal.”

However,it is a complicated process to“groom the landing system”and involves multiple,varied passes by aircraft, Kiehlmeier added.

There are three phases the ship must complete in order to achieve the PALS certification.The first phase is known as the fly level legs.This phase ensures the shipboard radar is accurately seeing the aircraft at the correct altitude for a safe landing.

Phase two involves low approaches over the ship to align the automatic carrier landing system (ACLS) and instrument carrier landing system (ICLS), Kiehlmeier explained. ACLS allows the aircraft to automatically land itself if anything were to happen that would hinder the pilot from landing the aircraft manually. ICLS provides guidance to the pilot during manual flight. Both systems make up the vital PALS. During phase three, pilots fly mode one approaches, using ACLS to automatically approach the carrier and then the system will land the aircraft.

“We’re talking with the pilots and making sure the sys-

tem is controlling the aircraft correctly,” Kiehlmeier said.

“And we’re also making sure the system is landing them in the right spot on the flight deck.”

Along with earning the PALS certification, Carl Vinson and CVW-17 Sailors are earning personal qualifications on the flight deck to ultimately support normal, yet integral day-to-day flight deck operations.

“It’s important that we’re getting the deck crew, the pilots and the maintainers in the squadrons the training to work on the flight deck safely,” said CVW-17 Command Master Chief (AW/SW) Matt Laing.

CVW-17 personnel have 21 aircraft,including three variations of the F/A-18 fighter jets, E-2C Hawkeyes, and EA-6B Prowlers on Carl Vinson as we conduct PALS and flight deck qualifications, said CVW-17’s Public Affairs Officer Lt. Mike Frisby.“Thirty-two pilots are also getting qualified or requalified in day and night flight operations.”

Over three days, Carl Vinson and CVW-17 will follow a detailed schedule to ensure the necessary qualifications are met for both crew on the flight deck and the pilots in the air.

The first day of flight deck qualifications, 50 arrestinggear traps were required by the crew and pilots,Laing said.

— See Qualifications Page 5

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Photos by Lt. Joey Giordano

During the final flight by the “Nightwolves” of VAW-77, the E-2C Hawkeye was greeted on the flightline at Chambers Field at Naval Station Norfolk, Jan. 29, from a spray of water by a fire truck from Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fire & Emergency Services. RIGHT: The E-C prepares to come to a stop at VAW-120, where the aircraft will be used to train future operators. The Nightwolves will be formally disestablished during a ceremony March 9 at Naval Air Station/Joint Reserve Base New Orleans.

VAW-77 ‘Nightwolves’ to be disestablished March 9 From Commander, Naval Air Force Reserve Public Affairs NEW ORLEANS (NNS) — The “Nightwolves” of Carrier Airborne Warning Squadron (VAW) 77 will be formally disestablished during a ceremony aboard Naval Air Station/Joint Reserve Base New Orleans March 9.

The Nightwolves, a reserve E-2 squadron based at NASJRB New Orleans, have been responsible for various missions within the strategic reserve including counter-narcotics and human trafficking interdiction, disaster response and missile exercise support.

VAW-77 consists of six E-2C Hawkeye aircraft and 112 personnel (72 Full Time Support and 40 Selected Reservists).The squadron’s beginnings go back to 1995,when the U.S. Congress created the reserve squadron as a result of the United States’ escalating war on illegal drug trafficking.

VAW-77 received four specially modified

E-2C Hawkeye airborne early warning aircraft optimized for counter-drug missions.

As part of the Navy’s post-Cold War role, VAW-77 flight crews patrolled the waters of the Caribbean in joint missions with the U.S. Coast Guard and other drug enforcement agencies in search of illegal aircraft and ships.

Due to budgetary constraints, the Navy decided to decommission VAW-77 in fiscal year 2013.While this choice was difficult, it was within the limits of the resources available to the Navy. There will always be the need to balance direct warfighting capability against missions like those assigned to VAW-77.

“Their last flight was Jan. 29,” said Lt. Cmdr. Erin Wreski, program manager for Commander Naval Air Force Reserve’s (CNAFR) Tactical Support Wing.“Their disestablishment ceremony will be March 9, and the squadron officially closes its doors March 31.

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“The squadron’s six aircraft will be transferred to other carrier airborne warning squadrons,”Wreski said.“And the squadron members will transfer to various other CNAFR squadrons around the country.”

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sions within the strategic reserve including counter-narcotics and human trafficking interdiction. Navy ships and aircraft have unique capabilities to detect and monitor criminal activities in the maritime domain, especially tracking the movement, by sea and air, of illicit materials intended for the United States.

— Lt. Joey Giordano from VAW-120 contributed to this article.

VFA-34 ‘Blue Blasters’ planning 70th reunion

BY ENSIGN SAM DISESA VFA-34 Public Affairs Officer Preparation is well underway for the 2013 celebration of the 70th reunion of the “World Famous Blue Blasters” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34. Events are planned throughout 2013 in hopes that all Blasters, past and present, will be able to participate in some or all of the planned events.

The Blue Blasters will be hosting a golf tournament at the NAS Oceana Aeropines Golf Club April 27. All Blasters and members of all other squadrons on the Oceana flightline are invited to sign up. More than 150 participants are expected and will include all hands, once the squadron has heard from all interested Blasters. The event will include door prizes, as well as awards for first, second and third place. There are also plans to donate a large portion of the

profits to a selected charity.

The next event, which will be the cornerstone of the festivities, will occur over the weekend of June 21 - 23. On the morning of June 21, there will be open access to both the F/A-18C simulator and the flight deck simulator at the Landing Signals Officer School. For a few hours, folks will be able to transit to and from these events, prior to a golf outing at noon at the Aeropines Golf Club. After golf, the Oceana Officers Club will be open to all hands for cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres.

On June 22, the squadron is trying to arrange an aircraft carrier tour at Naval Station Norfolk.Later that evening,the reunion will take a more formal tone during a dinner at a location yet to be determined.

For anyone interested in additional information, contact the reunion coordinator Lt. Jon Bauman at jon.bauman@navy.mil.

February 28, 2013 • JET OBSERVER 5

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Students from a small engine repair class at Kellam High School in Virginia Beach listen as Sgt. W.L. Henkel from Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Site Oceana Power Plants division explains how a part works on the F/A-18 gas turbine engines. The class, led by Timothy Kennedy, also visited Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit Oceana to see the training Sailors receive to learn to maintain and repair the F/A-18’s General Electric engines. Following the maintenance tours, VFA-106 pilots showed the students a close up look at the jets and discussed how they continue their training at the fleet replacement squadron.

Qualifications: provided training to work on flight deck safely — Continued from page 3 As the crew progressed to day two, they accomplished 70 day traps and 40 night traps.

Day three consists of cyclic operations: aircraft will trap on the flight deck, taxi to the catapults and launch off the ship again, Laing added.

“It ensures Carl Vinson conducts flight operations safely.

You need to learn how to crawl before you can walk, and walk before you can run, because we haven’t done flight operations in so long,” Laing said.“This is a way for Sailors and pilots to re-familiarize the principles of what it takes to conduct safe flight operations.”

While Carl Vinson and CVW-17 have completed two Western Pacific deployments together in the last two years and have demonstrated proficiency in flight deck operations, carrier qualifications are necessary to ensure safety on the flight deck.

“We look forward to working with the air wing and the ship as a team.The success that Carl Vinson and CVW-17 has had over two deployments is a testament to the professionalism and teamwork the ship and the air wing have when they integrate together,” said Laing.“And we’re looking forward to continuing that level of success out here during carrier qualifications and in the future.”

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- pieces of history -

OCEANA HERITAGE ______ Jesse L. Brown, a native of Hattiesburg, Miss., had enlisted in the Naval Reserve in 1946 and was appointed a midshipman the following year.

After becoming the first African American to complete the Navy’s flight training program for pilots in 1948, Brown was commissioned as an ensign the following year and assigned to the “Swordsmen” of Fighter Squadron (VF) 32.

At the beginning of the Korean War, the Swordsmen were flying the F4U Corsairs from USS Leyte Gulf (CV 32) in support of United Nations forces. While flying a close air support mission on Dec. 4, 1950, near the Chosin Reservoir, Brown’s plane was hit by enemy fire and it crashed, leaving Brown pinned as flames threatened the Corsair’s cockpit.As other Swordsmen aircraft circled Brown’s plane, he waved to let them know he was still alive and needed help.

Attempting to rescue Brown was his wingman, Lt. j.g. Thomas J. Hudner Jr. Despite mountainous terrain, subzero temperatures and being in enemy territory, Hudner executed a wheels-up landing. Although Hudner suffered a back injury,

he worked to save Brown, first trying to put out the fire by packing the plane with snow. When this failed, Hudner radioed for help, asking for a helicopter and fire extinguisher. Hudner refused to leave Brown’s side, until a Marine pilot answered Hudner’s call. But the two men were not able to free Brown and they watched him die

Ensign Jesse L. Brown in the cockpit of his F4U Corsair, circa 1950.

from his injuries. Because they were behind enemy lines and in danger of being captured

by Korean and Chinese troops, Hudner and the Marine pilot knew they had to leave immediately.

For his courage and perseverance, Hudner was presented the Medal of Honor by President Harry S. Truman on April 13, 1951. Hudner went on to serve a full career, retiring as a captain in 1973 and is the last living Medal of Honor recipient from the Korean War. The Navy announced on May 7, 2012, that the next Arleigh Burke class, guided-missile destroyer would be named USS Thomas Hudner.

Brown was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Flying — See Heritage Page 9

Lt. j.g. Thomas J. Hudner Jr. is presented the Medal of Honor by President Harry S. Truman on April 13, 1951.

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Navy updates policies about reporting hazing From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) — The Navy initiated new measures to track and prevent cases of hazing, as announced in Naval Administrative message 034/13, released Feb. 20.

Hazing occurs when a service member causes another to be exposed to cruel, abusive, humiliating, oppressive, demeaning or harmful activities. Hazing can be physical, verbal, or psychological in nature.This behavior is contrary to the Navy’s core values of honor, courage, and commitment, as expressed by Adm. Scott Van Buskirk, chief of Naval Personnel. “Hazing has no place within the Navy’s culture of dignity and respect for every Sailor,� said Van Buskirk.“It diminishes our Sailors’trust in their shipmates,their unit and our organization, it affects readiness, and it will not be tolerated.

It is the responsibility of every Sailor and deckplate leader to both reject and report hazing.�

The NAVADMIN establishes the Navy OfďŹ ce of Hazing Prevention (OPNAV N137) as the lead entity for hazing policy and tracking substantiated cases.Within each command, hazing is tracked by assigned command managed equal opportunity (CMEO) program managers, equal opportunity advisors and equal opportunity program managers, who will then work with commanding ofďŹ cers to ensure timely reporting of incidents.

Reporting procedures are outlined in the NAVADMIN. The Navy OfďŹ ce of Hazing Prevention is working to expand the Military Equal Opportunity Network (MEONet) database to include tracking information on hazing incidents. MEONet is a stand alone, online, web-based program that standardizes, tracks and reports administrative actions associated with the primary duties of EO advisors and CMEO program managers.

Tracking substantiated hazing events is vital to determining the extent to which these events are occurring and the nature of such events, as well as analyzing trends. Incidents of hazing will be reported by the Navy OfďŹ ce of Hazing Prevention to the Chief of Naval Personnel quarterly.

The full Department of Navy policy on hazing can be found in SECNAVINST 1610.2A.

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CSFWL hosts military, civilian speakers for Black History Month

BY CATHY HEIMER Jet Observer Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic (CSFWL) hosted military and civilian guest speakers for a Black History Month observance on Feb. 12. The program including a slide show showcasing Black leaders through the years and a reenactment from a movie scene.

CSFWL assistant maintenance officer Lt. Cmdr. Louis Scott, one of the speakers, shared that during a previous assignment at the Center for Naval Leadership he was often asked why the monthly observances were necessary.

“I truly believe these observances are intended to recognize the achievements of all Americans, through American culture and increase awareness, mutual respect and understanding,” said Scott.

“The focus of the observances is intended toward encouraging interaction and not just recognition…Sailors and Marines have benefited from these observances because it enhances our awareness of different cultures,” he added.

He also explained how the achievements of Blacks are often overlooked in the history books and not taught in school, such as how 16 men from the Union’s 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, one of the first major American military units made up of black soldiers, earned the Congressional Medal of Honor for acts of heroism at Fort Wagner, S.C. during the summer of 1863.

“Of all the Union troops, the African Americans were fighting for the most expensive cause — freedom for themselves

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It is good to be diverse.

Remember your freedom and your liberties are not in who you are; it’s not in your color but in how much honor, courage and commitment you possess,” — Lt. Christilene Whalen, CVW-8 chaplain

Photos by Harry Gerwien

Two of the guest speakers at Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic’s Black History Month Observance on Feb. 12 were Commander, Carrier Air Wing 7 Capt. Terry Morris and Georgia Allen political action chairperson for the NAACP, Virginia Beach Branch. Also sharing their ideas during the program (but not pictured) were CSFWL assistant maintenance officer Lt. Cmdr. Louis Scott and Lt. Christilene Whalen, CVW-8 chaplain. and their families,” said Scott. He explained those troops were also fighting discrimination from their white officers, who didn’t want Black Soldiers and Sailors but needed them, if the North was going to win the war.

“For me, what made these African Americans so remarkable was the fact they lived in a time when they were denied their inalienable rights but they still fought for liberty and the freedom of their country’s people,” he noted.

Lt. Christilene Whalen, Carrier Air Wing 8 chaplain, began by relating a story about how she described herself as African Methodist Episcopal, and was questioned by another officer about why she described herself in that way.Whalen was ordained by the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church,the oldest African American denomination.

“We all need something to belong to and it’s called diversity. It’s not bad to be diverse…It’s not good or bad to be one or the other,” said Whalen, as she explained diversity can include identifying yourself as a woman, a Sailor, a Christian, a pilot, maintainer or part of any other group. “It doesn’t matter what you are, first of all you need to be a man or a woman who understands what it means to respect another human being. That’s where we all come together,” said Whalen.

“As a diverse woman, as a minister, I was able to come into the Navy, where we all respect our humanity, where we come under the banner of‘honor,courage and commitment’,” said Whalen.

“It is good to be diverse.Remember your freedom and your liberties are not in who you are; it’s not in your color but in how much honor, courage and commitment you possess,” said Whalen.

Like the chaplain, Commander, Carrier Air Wing 7 Capt.Terry Morris also tackled the subject of diversity. “It’s an absolute necessity.We should not do it because it’s the thing to do or politically correct, we do it as point of readiness.We should do it because if we want to stay on top, we absolutely had better take advantage of every resource we can find,” said Morris.

“It’s really, really important to realize that the diverse force we have, we can’t hire.We have to grow it…We have to grow our leaders and if we’re not doing everything we can to ensure the people who serve with us feel like they have an opportunity for success, feel like they’re being appreciated, and treated with a degree of sameness, then what we’re going to do is shortchange ourselves out of an opportunity for greatness,” said Morris.

Because of his successful career, Morris doesn’t miss an opportunity to share his story.

“It has been my esteemed honor to serve in this force for 26 years.When young guys asked me about my career, I let them know it’s the best gig going. It’s not because of Terry Morris, it’s because of the people I get an opportunity to serve with. This force has made me a better person, a better human being, a better father to my two boys,” concluded Morris.

Georgia Allen, political action chairperson for the NAACP, Virginia Beach Branch, also spoke during the event. In discussing this year’s theme, “At the Crossroads of Freedom and Equality: The Emancipation Proclamation and the March on Washington,” Allen pointed out how CSFWL’s observance was held on the birthday of Abraham Lincoln.

At many times throughout history,Allen said the U.S. has been at the crossroads of equality,“We need to get off the crossroads and we really need to get on the highway, as a nation.”

While Allen said the Navy does a good job of providing equal opportunities for everyone, outside of the military, those opportunities are not always found. She recognized the rich history of Blacks in the U.S. military, including Navy Cook 3rd Class Doris “Dorie” Miller, the first African American to be awarded the Navy Cross during World War II; Marine Pvt. 1st Class Oscar Austin, awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously for heroism and sacrifice of his own life in Vietnam; retired Navy Rear Adm. Barry C. Black, first Black chaplain of the U.S. Senate; and Vice Adm. Michelle Howard, deputy commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, and the first Black woman to become a three-star admiral.

The program also included a reenactment by Senior Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate (AW/SW) Keith Holmes and Yeoman 1st Class (SW) Phillip Margis of a scene from “Men of Honor,” about the Navy’s first Black master diver, Master Chief Boatswain’s Mate Carl Brashear, who returned to full duty following an accident that resulted in the amputation of his left leg.

As he thanked his event’s organizers, Commander Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic Capt. Paul Gronemeyer said,“if you take a look around this room, diversity is one of our strengths.We don’t all look alike, we’re not all from the same areas of the country; we don’t all think the same way.That’s what makes us strong. That’s what makes the Navy and this organization strong.”

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NAS Oceana observed Black History Month with a special program honoring pioneering Black military members, including the Tuskegee Airmen and Montford Point Marines, Feb. 21, at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd. PHOTOS, LEFT: Guest speaker, Rev. Geoffrey V. Guns, pastor of the Second Calvary Baptist Church in Norfolk, shares his reasons why observances such as Black History Month are important. CENTER: Gunnery Sgt. Dean Lawrence, combines his love of music and poetry with a moving performance of “Montford Point,” telling the story of the segregated boot camp used to train Marines from 1942-49. Montford Point Marines, Jimmy M. Hargrove, Robert E. Nichols and William A.L. Brown were recognized during the event.

The three men are among the 13 Montford Point Marines who live in Hampton Roads.

Photos by MC2 Antonio P. Turretto Ramos

Observance: Montford Point Marines, Tuskegee Airmen recognized — Continued from page 1 A video was played of Montford Point Marines sharing their stories and discussing the changes they’ve seen in the military over the years. Clarke, who is the senior enlisted advisor at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit Oceana, said that the Montford Point Marines “are an example for those such as myself, who stand on their shoulders.”

Clarke, who believes one of their legacies is their perseverance, said the Montford Point Marines“are truly pioneers.They have truly paved the way.”

Last year, the Montford Point Marines were presented the Congressional Gold Medal and they will be honored with the christening of the USNS Montford Point (MLP 1), scheduled for March 2 in San Diego.

The guest speaker for the event serves as the pastor of the Second Calvary Baptist Church in Norfolk. Guns, 64, and a Norfolk native, began by explaining he was “a product of the 1960s Black power revolution,” and never attended an integrated school. He said his daughter still finds it hard to believe people lived like that.

“I have witnessed a dramatic shift in the racial consciousness and awareness of American society. I was really pleased to see this year’s celebration focus on the Emancipation Proclamation and the march on Washington,” said Guns, who still remembers the march.

But despite the cultural shift, Guns said “there still remains a serious need to continue to highlight the contributions of people, who have in some ways, been marginalized by society.”

While he said America doesn’t like to engage in conversations about diversity, it’s better to speak and understand people. He also noted that Blacks were the one group of people who did not come “to America seeking freedom, opportunity and financial prosperity.”

As he commended Oceana for continuing to focus on the history and legacy of various cultures, Guns shared

his three reasons why the observances are important. He began with “every ethnic group has an American story and that story needs to be passed from one generation to the next.”

Guns explained his second reason as being “the present and the future are always conditioned by the past.”

He sees many people who have disconnected themselves from the “journeys of those who have gone on before them.”

Because how someone grows up shapes how they understand life, how they think, Guns told the audience, “you must never divorce yourself from your past,” even though it might be unpleasant.

“Lastly, because the African American story is not just our story, it’s an American story…America would not and could not be what it is today without the contributions of African Americans.This is true with each and every ethnic group in this country. We are Americans, whether we come from Africa or Asia, or Latin America, South America or even the Middle East. Our greatness is found in being able to honor the legacy of every contributor to our society,” concluded Guns.

During the observance, Lawrence, stationed at Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., provided two moving performances of poems set to music.“Montford Point,” told from the perspective of the facility, was an inspiring rendition of life of the Black Marines who trained at the boot camp. It detailed the discrimination they endured and their determination to succeed. The second presentation about defending America after Sept. 11, 2001 and the reasons that would make someone willing to go to war begins with “She called.”

Lawrence is a member of the Tidewater Chapter of the Montford Point Marines and developed the Montford Point performance after a great deal of research. “It’s a way to give a voice to a part of history,” he said.

Using the stage name of “Life,” Lawrence is also a frequent performer with his powerful rap-style poems, which have been posted on YouTube and earned him an interview with national media.

“I literally cannot add one bit of wisdom to today’s event,” said NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Geis, as he concluded the program. He said in his 26 years of attending observance such as this one, he has never been so moved as he was by this year’s program.

Noting that “life is a journey,” he challenged everyone attending to move forward together because “together we’re strong.”

Heritage: ‘Swordsman’ earns Medal of Honor — Continued from page 6 Cross.The Navy honored Brown by naming USS Jesse L. Brown (DE 1089, commissioned in 1973, after the naval aviation hero. Hudner was the guest speaker at the ship’s launching. Locally, a plaque in Brown’s honor was dedicated at the Monument to Naval Aviation at the Virginia Beach oceanfront on May 5, 2007.

— Information and photos obtained from the Naval Historical Society, the Jet Observer archives and “Mud Flats to Master Jet Base: Fifty Years at NAS Oceana.”

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Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Rear Adm. Tim Alexander briefs members of the Hampton Roads Squadron, Association of Naval Aviation, during their monthly luncheon Feb. 17 at the Shifting Sands Club on Dam Neck. The admiral answered questions about how the sequestration and continuing resolution will impact the Navy and discussed retention and recruiting with ANA members and their guests.

Lt. Col. James Zumwalt to present at NWDC Speaker Series March 14 From Navy Warfare Development Command Public Affairs NORFOLK (NNS) — Navy Warfare Development Command’s (NWDC) Speaker Series, designed to stimulate provocative discussion and action to drive a culture of innovation in the Navy, announced its next speaker is retired Marine Corps Lt. Col. James Zumwalt.

Zumwalt heads a security consulting firm named for his father,Adm. Elmo “Bud” Zumwalt, the youngest officer to serve as chief of naval operations.

The event will be held March 14, from 10 - 11 a.m. EDT, at NWDC’s headquarters on Naval Station Norfolk and over Defense Connect Online (DCO).

Zumwalt will present “Insights on my Father’s Leadership.”

Zumwalt is a retired Marine infantry officer who served in the Vietnam War, the 1989 intervention into Panama and Desert Storm. He writes extensively on foreign policy and defense issues, having written

hundreds of articles for various newspapers, magazines and professional journals.

He is an acclaimed author of several books and has given multiple speeches at the Naval Postgraduate School.

“Adm. Zumwalt’s tenure as CNO is viewed by many as an innovative, progressive time in Navy history, but many of his initiatives were controversial at the time,” said Rear Adm. Terry B. Kraft, commander, NWDC. “Lt. Col. Zumwalt’s discussion on his father’s leadership should stimulate thought-provoking discussion, while also using Adm. Zumwalt’s career experiences to help understand the role of innovation in our Navy.“ Participants in Hampton Roads are invited to attend the presentation in-person at NWDC’s headquarters at 1528 Piersey Street, Building O-27, on Naval Station Norfolk. Registration, DCO and other information can be found on NWDC’s website at https://www.nwdc.navy.mil/ncoi/speaker/default.aspx.A video of the presentation will be posted on NWDC’s YouTube channel following the event.

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SPORTS & FITNESS

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Upcoming fitness and sports events Racquetball tournament Entry deadline is March 1 for the Captain’s Cup Racquetball Tournament at NAS Oceana. Matches are free and begin March 4 at the PRT Center. Call 433-2200/2695 for more information.

15K run The Mettle Events 15K down the Dismal Swamp Canal trail is a no-frills event to test the fitness level for some of the upcoming distance runs. Runners will be provided with splits on the out and back course for training purposes. Event is just the basics in food and entertainment.

Each pre-registered participant receives a race premium.

The cost is $25 through race day. 15K starts at 8 a.m.

Race day registration and packet pick up starts at 7 a.m. and ends at 7:45 at the Dismal Swamp CanalTrail entrance.

Awards ceremony at 10 a.m. with awards for the top three male and female overall. Online registration is available at www.mettleevents.com.

Glow in the Dark Run Want a fun night run to spice up your life? Grab your glow gear and have a blast in this two mile fun run at the

Virginia Beach Sportsplex,April 19, at 8 p.m.

The cost is $45 until March 19; $55 until April 14 and $60 on race day.The cost includes after-party, food,T-shirt, medal, bib number, glow accessories and a glow paint station.Advance registration closes on April 14, at 11:59 p.m.

More information at http://www.facebook.com/GlowInTheDark5K.

Equi-Kids 5K Cross country run Registration is open for the 11th annual Equi-Kids 5K Cross Country Run will be May 11 at their facility, 2626 Heritage Park Drive,Virginia Beach.

The event includes the one mile Run with the Hounds and 1/2 Mile Pony Run for the kids. The pony run begins at 8 a.m.; 5K at 8:20 a.m. and run with the hounds at 9:30 a.m.

Entry fees start at $25 for early registration for the cross country run and Run with the Hounds, and the kids’ run is $10. Proceeds support Equi-Kids’ mission to provide equine-assisted activities for individuals who have mental, physical,emotional,social or learning disabling conditions.

Registration and complete information is available at www.equikids.org.

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Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult at all `R’ rated movies. Credit cards are accepted as payment for admission and concessions.

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Tidewater Builders Association presents the 28th Mid-Atlantic Home & Garden Show, “Sweet Inspirations.”

The show is being held at the Virginia Beach Convention Center March 1 - 3, and will offer tips and techniques for the home and garden. It features nearly 500 exhibits of products and services for inside and outside the home, plus speakers, celebrities, Design Challenge, landscape displays and family fun.

Curb appeal tips from HGTV’s John Gidding: Join HGTV’s “Curb Appeal:The Block and Designed to Sell”host John Gidding as he shares tips on how to increase your home’s curb appeal. Gidding tackles the subject twice a day, March 2 at noon and 3:30 p.m., and March 3 at noon and 4 p.m. and answers audience questions.

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K9 Sports Show offers the best in high-flying, acrobatic, family entertainment with a high-energy, upclose-and-personal interactive format.All of K9s in Flight’s stars have been rescued or adopted from shelters all over the country.

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FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER WORKSHOPS

     NAVY FAMILY OMBUDSMEN BASIC TRAINING March 1 -3, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This training consists of 13 modules that help ofďŹ cial command ombudsmen and command leadership team members work effectively with their commands. Workshops provide resource avenues for helping families through crisis and daily living.

CFS TRAINING March 4 -8, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Training covers topics, such as spending plans, budgets, managing credit, savings and investments, and retirement planning.

appointed to speciďŹ c sexual assault cases and serve as the victim’s contact with command leadership.

CAREER PLANNING March 4, 9 a.m. to noon

BEAMS March 5 -21, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

In this workshop, you will be guided through career choices based on life goals, personal skills, abilities, preferences and work values.

Building Effective Anger Management Skills (BEAMS) is a six-session, skill-building program for active duty members.

The BEAMS course is designed to prevent anger from escalating to violence. Participants learn to develop new and effective coping strategies.

JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES March 5, 9 a.m. to noon This workshop covers everything from assessing the hidden job market to ďŹ nding a job long-distance,including job searching on the Internet. Many of the resources and services available to job seekers are also discussed, including major employers in Hampton Roads and the Virginia Employment Commission.

BUILDING HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS March 5, 4:30 - 7 p.m.

SAPR COMMAND LIAISON TRAINING March 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

ENHANCING STEPFAMILIES March 5, 4:30 - 7 p.m.

The SAPR command liaison works for the commander on behalf of a victim in a sexual assault case. Command liaisons are

This workshop includes discussions on the myths of stepfamily living, the different roles a stepparent may assume, the stages

Topics include sustaining their emotional record keeping, building realistic expectations, establishing positive communications and developing healthy habits together.

a stepfamily goes through as they develop, and tips for handling discipline.

EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING March 6, 9 a.m. to noon Learn how to market your skills, knowledge, accomplishments and experience with an impressive resume.This workshop includes tips on translating military terminology.

JOB NETWORK March 6, noon to 1 p.m.

Ask local and national employers what they like to see on resumes and how to prepare for interviews. Find out about open positions, their application process, and what beneďŹ ts are available.

INTERVIEW TECHNIQUES March 7, 9 a.m. to noon Topics include positive answers to difďŹ cult questions, dressing for success, and the importance of body language and positive attitude. Interview follow-up and salary negotiations are also discussed.

Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is located in Building 531. It offers a variety of programs and workshops to assist active duty and their families. Registration is required for most programs. Call FFSC at 433-2912 for more information or registration, unless otherwise noted or register online at www.cnic.navy.mil/navylifema.

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16 JET OBSERVER • February 28, 2013

We’re here using training, teamwork and determination to save lives.

Where are you?

When you’re ready to make a change from full-time, active duty service, consider the Coast Guard Reserve.

The men and women in the Coast Guard Reserve serve part time,* usually 2 days a month and 2 weeks a year, close to home. But their commitment doesn’t stop there. Coast Guard Reservists are born to serve

• Law Enforcement • Intelligence • Investigation • Electronics

• Health Services • Mechanics • Boat Operations • Food Service

• Administrative Support • Environmental Protection

As a member of the Coast Guard Reserve, you’ll receive a generous benefits package, including extra income, technical training, college tuition assistance, low-cost medical, dental and life insurance coverage, and retirement benefits. All of this while continuing to add to your military service time.

Visit GoCoastGuard.com/Reserve to learn more. *Reservists may be called on to serve on a full-time basis during national emergencies.