FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 2017
Eye on the Fleet
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VOL. 17 NO. 23
WWW.CNIC.NAVY.MIL/KEYWEST NAVAL AIR STATION KEY WEST, FLORIDA
ATC responds to emergency landing at NAS
SAR traverses storm to reach ill fisherman
By Trice Denny
By Jolene Scholl Southernmost Flyer
(June 4, 2017) CS1 Elijah Biron serves pot roast to Sailors in the aft mess decks aboard Nimitzclass aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The ship is underway conducting flight deck certification. U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Matt Herbst
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avy training and experience kicked in Sunday as Naval Air Station Key West air traffic controllers had just minutes to respond to a commercial aircraft making an emergency landing at Boca Chica Field. Silver Airways Flight 82, bound for Tampa, took off from Key West International Airport at 4:03 p.m. and encountered engine issues almost immediately. Radar Supervisor AC1 Moises Cespedesurena was tracking the plane as it turned toward Boca Chica Field, noting that it didn’t go above 500 feet before turning toward NAS. Approach Controller AC1
Dustin Wiser was watching as well. “I saw it on the scope and their transmission to me was ‘We have engine failure, we’re straight-in to Navy,’” Wiser recounted Tuesday. “I said ‘Roger’ and immediately keyed up to the tower.”
In the tower, Local Controller and Tower Supervisor AC1 Joshua Adams saw the Saab turbo prop approaching runway 08. He immediately made a call on the crash phone, notifying Boca Chica’s Fire and Emergency Services, Security, the command and
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the airfield manager. “By the time I picked up the phone and made the call, the plane was less than a mile out,” Adams said. FES Chief C.J. Krieger said two aircraft crash/rescue crews, a fire truck and ambulance responded. “We were there in a millisecond,” Krieger said. The aircraft had stopped midfield, and though a passenger reported seeing smoke, sparks and flame coming from the port side engine, Krieger said firefighters didn’t see fire or smoke. In an unauthorized landing, Wiser said policy requires passengers and
aval Air Station Key West’s Search and Rescue team rescued a crewmember off a fishing vessel Wednesday. At 7:55 a.m., NAS Key West SAR, at the request of Coast Guard Sector Key West, dispatched 22 nautical miles to the northwest of Boca Chica Field to the 68-foot fishing vessel Miss Amy J to assess a crewmember who was reportedly coughing blood and unable to move his lower body. The MH-60S helicopter, crewed by Aircraft Commander Lt. Kyle Walker, Co-pilot Lt. James Walsh, Crew Chief Petty Officer 1st Class Jimmy Robinson, SAR Swimmer Petty Officer 2nd Class Jake Sonnier and SAR Medical Technician Petty Officer 3rd Class Aaron Kidd, and was forced to fly around incoming thunderstorms. It reached the vessel at the same time as a dispatched Coast Guard vessel. At the scene it was
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U.S. Navy photos by Jolene Scholl
AC2 Sarah Jacobs, left, and AC1 Sherry Killough in the NAS Key West air traffic control tower Wednesday. The red ‘crash phone,’ next to Jacobs, links the tower to emergency services, security, the command and the airfield manager.
TOP OF PAGE ONE: A C2-A Greyhound assigned to the ‘Rawhides’ of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 840 approaches the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69).
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June 9 1882 - The Office of Naval Records of the War of the Rebellion, part of the History and Heritage Command is established.
June 10 1896 - Authorization is given for the first experimental ship model basin, which is at the Washington Navy Yard and is now used to monitor hull designs.
June 11 1944 - F6Fs from TF 58 begin to intercept and splash Japanese planes in the vicinity of the Mariana Islands, taking the enemy by surprise.
June 12 1957 - More than 100 ships from 17 nations take part in the International Naval Review at Hampton Roads, Virginia, in honor of the 350th anniversary of Jamestown, Virginia.
June 13 1913 - Lt. j.g. P.N.L. Bellinger sets an American altitude record for seaplanes when he reaches 6,200 feet in a Curtiss (A-3) aircraft.
June 14 1777 - The Continental Congress adopts the design of present U.S. flag of 13 stripes and 13 stars.
June 15 1944 - Following intensive naval gunfire and carrier-based aircraft bombing, Task Force 52 lands Marines on Saipan.
his is the time of year that our children are getting a rest from school during the summer months. We make our preparations for vacations, outdoor recreation and grilling out. I want to challenge you to make your time spent with your loved ones (children) more than just time spent, but to have a time to grow in your relationships. I came across 10 relationship builders for parents with teenage children on “ONEPLACE” by Mark Gregston that I want to share with you. I have modified the length to fit this column space, but you can look it up if you want more detail. Spend weekly time together, one-on-one: Of all the advice I ever give, this is one you cannot ignore. Spend individual and focused time with your teen each and every week. Take your child out for breakfast or do a lunch and make it a habit. Share challenging experiences: Find an exciting and challenging activity that you both appreciate, then pursue it together. Look for opportunities for discussion: Whether you are in the car, watching TV, or just in passing, think about questions you
can ask your teenager having to do with moral choices. Listen more and answer less: If you want your teen to understand you better, then stop telling him or her what you are thinking. That is, wait until you are asked for your opinion. Zip your lip - just be quiet. Stop lecturing, and start listening. Your teen won’t be ready to really listen until he is CHAPLAIN'S the initiator of CORNER the discussion, so just hush up and get out of the way of him taking the lead, and then be ready to give NAS Key West an answer when Command Chaplain you are asked. Lt. Develop a Scott Mason sense of humor: Some of us are sour, bitter and stressed all of the time. We need to lighten up - especially around sensitive teenagers. When was the last time you really laughed? Play together: This is different from number two above; find something that your teenager really likes to do and do it with them. Remember your child’s past and believe in your child’s future: Carry a photo of your child as a youngster with you at all times. Establish boundaries: Every good thing in life has its rules
and boundaries, including your relationship with your teen. Let them know where they can and can’t “go” in your relationship. Selflessly confront their mistakes: Keep in mind that discipline is all about helping your teen, not you. It is for their good. Confront with calmness and correct with firmness. Demonstrate a love and respect that has their best interests at heart. Act on your faith and your beliefs: Don’t just say or preach - put your beliefs into action. Serve others, love others, forgive others, pray, worship. Exercise your faith in front of your teenager. Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. - noon we will have Vacation Bible School at the Community Center on Sigsbee for children aged four - sixth grade. We also are hosting a marriage enrichment class Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.; dinner is included. Register for Vacation Bible School or marriage enrichment on our Facebook page - Truman Chapel. Join us Sundays at 10:30 a.m. at the Truman Chapel for worship service with our praise band and children’s church. If you are in need of chaplain care, call us at (305) 293-2318, Naval Air Station Key West, or (305) 2928788, Coast Guard Sector Key West.
Commanding Officer Capt. Bobby J. Baker Executive Officer Cmdr. Gregory Brotherton PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER Trice Denny EDITOR Jolene Scholl STAFF MC2 Cody Babin This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the military service and their families. Its contents do not necessarily reflect the official views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Navy and do not imply endorsement thereof. The editorial content of this newspaper is prepared, edited and provided by the Public Affairs Office of Naval Air Station Key West, Florida. Additional copy and photographs provided by the readers of the Southernmost Flyer should be addressed to: Editor, Southernmost Flyer, Public Affairs Office, Naval Air Station, Box 9001, Key West, FL 33040-9001. Copy can also be e-mailed to jolene.scholl@ navy.mil. Telephone (305) 293-2425/2434. DSN 4832425/2434. Deadline for all editorial copy is 4 p.m. the Friday preceding publication. All articles must be submitted on disk in text format, written in upper/lower case style.
Men’s Health Month: Take care of yourselves, guys From Naval Hospital JAX Public Affairs
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en can set a healthy example for kids, family and buddies by getting health screenings. You can start by creating a plan, based on age, family history and personal medical history, with your primary care
manager. Prevention is the best medicine. Men can take charge of their personal health by getting health screenings, eating healthy, being physically active, maintaining a healthy weight, managing stress, staying injury free, practicing safe sex, drinking in moderation, and being tobacco free. “Early detection and timely
treatment of diseases and injuries ensures a medically ready force and a healthier population,” said Cmdr. Duneley Rochino, Naval Branch Health Clinic Key West officer in charge. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the top five leading causes of death among men are heart disease, cancer, uninten-
tional injuries, chronic lower respiratory disease, and stroke. Heart disease is number one, killing one in every four males in the U.S. Many of the health issues men face are preventable and treatable. What can men do to improve their health? Here are tips: see Men page 3
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determined that the helicopter, with the medical technician aboard, would be the fastest and most capable way for the patient to get to the hospital. Rescue swimmer Sonnier was lowered to the vessel, helped the patient get up to the top of the pilot house, and used the SAR litter to hoist the patient to the helicopter. During the patient transfer to Lower Keys Medical Center, Kidd administered emergency care. The patient was delivered to the hospital at 9:30 a.m. “Anytime Navy SAR Key West can help the local community, we’re happy to take that call,” said SAR Officer in Charge
Lt. Cmdr. Napoleon “Poison” DeVeaux. “With our experienced crews, medical technicians and the extended ranges of the helicopters, we’re always ready, willing and more than capable to provide assistance.” DeVeaux recently became the officer in charge of the Navy SAR team in Key West. “As the new officer in charge of SAR Key West, I’m looking forward to interacting with the community and really making Key West home,” said DeVeaux. “I’m especially looking forward to flying with the great pilots, aircrew and SAR Medical Technicians that we have here as well as working with and leading our outstanding maintenance department,” he added.
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Hometown: Los Angeles Hobbies: Fishing, motorcycle riding. Future Plans: Earn bachelor’s degree, make chief, start my own business.
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aval Air Station Key West’s LS1 Dlena Agee performs the National Anthem as the color guard presents the colors at the Battle of Midway ceremony Monday in Bayview Park. Executive Officer Cmdr. Gregory Brotherton, far right, welcomed the audience of more than 100 Sailors, DOD civilians and residents. Lt. Cmdr. Scott Mason, left of center, gave the invocation and Command Master Chief Lee Friedlander, right of center, introduced guest speaker Master Chief Jim King, (U.S. Navy-Ret.), far left. The Battle of Midway, June 4 - 7, 1942, established the Navy’s supremacy in the Pacific theater, changing the tide of WWII.
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Stay on top of your game Men should see their medical home port team for regular checkups. Checkups can help diagnose issues early, before they become a problem, and sometimes before symptoms appear. Ask the doctor what screenings are needed and when. Track personal numbers such as blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and body mass index. And get vaccinated; immunizations help maintain health, regardless of age. Get a sufficient amount of sleept - Insufficient sleep can be associated with a
number of conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and depression. One’s sleep needs change with age. Seven to nine hours is ideal for adults. Toss the tobacco - More than 16 million Americans are living with a disease caused by smoking. Tobacco remains the single largest preventable cause of death and disease in the U. S., killing more than 480,000 Americans each year. It’s never too late to quit. Quitting produces immediate and long-term benefits by lowering the risk of heart disease, cancer, lung disease and other illnesses. Avoid second-hand smoke, which can also cause heart
disease, lung cancer and stroke. Stay active - More than one-third of U.S. adults are obese. Adults should get at least two-and-a-half hours of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week, and muscle-strengthening activities at least two days a week. Work all major muscle groups including legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms. Eat a healthy diet - Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables every day, as they are sources of vitamins, minerals and micronutrients that protect against disease. Choose healthy snacks. Limit food and drinks high in calories, sugar, salt, fat, and alcohol.
To schedule a check-up or screening, call the appointment line at 305-293-4834. Contact the clinic’s Health Promotions at 305-2933857 to take a free class on tobacco cessation, healthy weight, or nutrition. For 24/7 clinical advice, call the Nurse Advice Line at 800-TRICARE (800-8742273). To email the health care team, sign up for TRICARE Online Patient Portal Secure Messaging at https://mil.relayhealth. com or www.tricareonline.com. Secure email messaging is for non-urgent issues like requesting lab results, routine medical questions, and medication renewals.
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MWR Update Bash at the Beach Morale, Welfare and Recreation hosts the annual Fourth of July “Bash at the Beach” celebration at 5:30 p.m. at Beach Patio Recreation Center on Truman Annex. The afternoon will be filled with carnival games, water inflatables, a live band along with food and beverages, which are available for purchase. For more details visit www. NavyMWRKeyWest.com/events.
Bowling Center Airlanes Bowling Center & Grill are open 3 - 10:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Wednesday and noon 6 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed Sunday. A minimum of four lanes are available to patrons during evening league play Mondays - Wednesdays and Fridays. Bumpers are available on most of the lanes and the grill is open for food and beverages. To book an event or party call 305-293-2976.
Sunset Lounge Enjoy Karaoke every Thursday from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Sunset Lounge on Sigsbee Park. Visit www.NavyMWRKeyWest. com for the restaurant menu or call 305293-4435 for information.
MWR Website MWR has a new website and smart phone application that provide patrons with a full list of facilities, programs, services and current employment opportunities. Visit www.navymwrkeywest. com to lean what MWR has to offer: Restaurants and bars, sports and fitness, child care, leisure recreation, pool and splash parks, special events, gear rentals, marinas, lodging, discounted attraction tickets and more. Visit the Apple or Android applications’ store and search for: NavyMWR Key West. Information about MWR may also be found on Facebook and Twitter “NAS Key West MWR.” For more information, email mwrnaskw@gmail.com.
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This week at FFSC Command Indoc Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Bldg. A-515, Boca Chica Field This five-day class informs incoming personnel of base policies, procedures and available services. Various guest speakers present an array of topics and will take questions from participants.
Ombudsman Assembly Wednesday, 5:30 - 7 p.m., FFSC A local assembly of ombudsman provides an excellent forum for sharing community matters affecting the well-being of the command family members. It also allows for an opportunity to share successful practices.
Effective Communication Friday, 10:30 - 11 a.m., FFSC Learn about common barriers, aggressive versus assertive communication and techniques to enhance your interactions with others. Fleet and Family Support Center’s hours of operation are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday Friday. FFSC offers many services including deployment support, relocation assistance, family employment readiness, life skills education, personal financial management, crisis incident response and training, sexual assault prevention and response, ombudsman support, transition assistance management, family advocacy and professional counseling. For more information or to request services, call 305-293-4408 or visit the center at 804 Sigsbee Rd., Sigsbee Park.
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Marriage enrichment set Commander Navy Region Southeast’s Chaplains Enrichment Development Operation is offering a free marriage enrichment retreat to active duty and active reserve couples from July 28 - 30 at the DoubleTree Resort, Key West. The room and meals are included, although couples are responsible for transportation. Marriage Enrichment Retreats can assist married couples in developing and strengthening a healthy marriage. Conflict is inevitable in life and marriage. How couples resolve conflict can determine marital satisfaction - couples who effectively resolve conflicts can have lasting and loving relationships. Couples must be legally married when registering. Retreat date is subject to
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crew to stay aboard the plane until security officers arrive. “Once it was determined there was a report of fire, it went from an unauthorized landing to an emergency landing,” Wiser said. From the tower, Adams saw a passenger van used by the crew of a C-130 that had arrived about a half-hour before the emergency landing. “The crew had made arrangements for a passenger van. I saw the van and commandeered
Briefly… change or cancellation/postponement due to contract and/or attendance requirements. To register, or for more info, call CREDO Southeast Chaplain’s Office, 904-542-3923, or email cnrse_credo@navy.mil.
Book household move now The Navy has entered peak moving season for household goods. During this period, movers will often be booked to full capacity and black-out periods for setting household goods pack-out and pick-up dates may occur. Military members moving at this time are encouraged to schedule their move as soon as possible after receiving orders. Go online to https://www.move.mil to schedule the move, or visit the NAS Key West
it to get people off the airfield,” Adams said. The crew and 28 passengers used the aircraft’s door-mounted steps to disembark and were driven to the NAS air terminal before being bussed by Monroe County Sheriff’s Office back to Key West International. The cycle of landing, disembarking and getting passengers to the NAS terminal took about 30 minutes, Krieger estimated. “I feel like everyone did their job like we are supposed to,” Cespedesurena said. “We knew exactly what we needed to do.” He added passengers were
The Silver Airways turboprop, which was parked in the transient area of Boca Chica Field, was flown out Thursday.
personal property office in Bldg. V-4059, Sigsbee Park. For more information or assistance, call the NAS Key West personal property office at 305-293-2973 or 305-293-2552, or call the Household Goods Contact Center at 1-855-444-6683.
Vacation Bible school set Naval Air Station Key West Religious Ministries Department has opened registration for its Vacation Bible School, starts Monday and runs through Thursday at the Sigsbee Community Center. To register, go to https://kideventpro. lifeway.com/myChurch/?id=38881. Call 864-616-7349 or email chapmasonfamily@gmail.com for additional information.
appreciative - “They were grateful the Navy was close.” Wiser, Adams and Cespedesurena have had operational sea tours as ATCs, either on an aircraft carrier or amphibious landing ships. “Luckily, we didn’t have anyone flying or working on the runway,” Adams said. “It was just the best case scenario.” The airfield has been busy in recent weeks with Strike Fighter Advance Readiness Program training, said ATC Officer Lt. Bradley Bennett. It was fortunate that Sunday was a down day, when detachments take time for maintenance and time off. “I’m very pleased with the professionalism of these highcaliber controllers,” Bennett said. “They definitely know their jobs and can operate independently and as a team.” Bennett also lauded the response of FES, security and the transit line team. The Silver Airways aircraft was parked in an airfield transient area until Thursday, when airline employees flew the aircraft out.
Get active with MCHC The Multicultural Heritage Committee is looking for more people - Sailors and DOD civilians - to join the organization. The MCHC meets every Thursday at noon in Bldg. A-324 conference room, Boca Chica Field. For more information, email PRC Michael Dees at michael.dees@navy.mil.
CSADD seeks members The Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions is currently looking for new members. Meetings are every Tuesday from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Air Ops Conference Room. CSADD a peerto-peer mentorship program. For more information, email PRC Michael Dees at michael.dees@navy.mil.
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Navy releases new DOD ‘blended’ retirement comparison calculator From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
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he Navy announced Tuesday in NAVADMIN 133/17, the official release of the DOD Blended Retirement System Comparison Calculator on the Military Compensation BRS web page, and reminded Sailors to take the mandatory BRS Opt-In course on Navy eLearning. The BRS Comparison Calculator is designed to assist eligible service members in comparing the legacy military retirement system and BRS and used in conjunction with the mandatory BRS Opt-In Course.
It can be found at http:// militarypay.defense.gov/ Calculators/BRS/. Another tool for Sailors to help select which retirement system works best for them is the Navy Financial Literacy app. It’s designed to provide Sailors with access to both training and resources that are especially critical during the transition to BRS. The free app is available for download at the Google Play and iTunes app stores. To find the app, search “Navy Financial Literacy” in the app store or in your web browser. The decision to stay in the current retirement system or opt into BRS is an
important and irrevocable decision that eligible Sailors must make based on their own individual circumstances. The BRS Comparison Calculator and the mandatory Opt-In Training are tools designed to help opt-in eligible Sailors make this crucial decision. Along with the BRS OptIn training and Comparison Calculator, Sailors can seek financial information and counsel from their command financial specialists, or personal financial managers at Fleet and Family Support Centers. Military OneSource personal financial counselors are also available to assist on line
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and part-time surveillance tech (Key West, Marathon and Key Largo). For more information, or to apply, go to https://careers-keysmosquito.icims.com/jobs/. Joint Interagency Task Force South has several civilian job vacancies for temporary and permanent positions in program administration and information technology fields. Information on each position will be posted on the JIATF South web page. In order to apply for the positions, all external applicants must access the
announcement through: http://www.jiatfs.southcom. mil/Join-Us/Work-With-Us/ First State Bank of the Florida Keys has positions available for the following: Full-time and part-time teller, lead teller, part-time payment processor, assistant branch operations manager, VP/regulatory compliance/BSA Officer. Apply online at www. KeysBank.com/Careers. NAS KEY WEST CLASSIFIEDS are free for activeduty and retired personnel, their families and civilian
base employees only. Deadline for submissions is noon the Tuesday prior to that Friday’s issue. Make submissions to the NAS Key West Public Affairs Office by email, jolene. scholl@navy.mil; mail, P.O. Box 9001, Key West, FL 33040-9001; or fax submissions to 305-293-2627. Unless otherwise directed, ads will run for four issues. Name and phone number must accompany all requests in order for them to be considered for publication. For more information, call 305-293-2425.
at http://www.militaryonesource.mil/ or via telephone at 800-342-9647. The mandatory opt-in training for those opt-in eligible members is available on Navy eLearning at https://www.aas.prod. nel.training.navy.mil/
ELIAASv2p/ or Joint Knowledge Online (JKO) at https://jkodirect.jten.mil/ html/COI.xhtml?course_ prefix=J3O&course_ number=P-US1332 (course #: J3O P-US1332). For the most up-todate information on BRS
and links to training, go to the Uniform Services Blended Retirement web page at http://militarypay.defense.gov/ BlendedRetirement/. NAVADMIN 133/17 can be read at www.npc.navy. mil.