USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
The Shuttle Magazine Edition
“We are Legend”
September 2, 2012 Issue
VAW 123: Rulers of the
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VAW-123: “Rulers of the Planet”
Story and photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Heath Zeigler
USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea – Each of the seven squadrons embarked aboard aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) as part of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 has a specialty. Each possesses an elite and unique capability that they use to contribute to the strike group and, ultimately, the mission. While in flight, having a complete picture of the surroundings is essential for any pilot to successfully complete their mission. This is where the Screwtops of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123 come in. They are the eyes and ears of the strike group during flight operations and it’s a job they do well, as they have for more than four decades. The Screwtops were Sailors assigned to the Screwtops of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123 change a originally an E-2A detachment, condenser fan of an E-2C Hawkeye. (Photo by MC3 Scott Pittman VAW-12 Det. 59, which was at the forefront of the Airborne Early Warning community. commissioned as VAW-123 on April 1, 1967, at Naval Air They were there for the first successful employment of the Station Norfolk, Va. This commissioning date gives the E-2C in 1973 and the first operational deployment of the Screwtops a unique distinction. E-2C ARPS (Advanced Radar Processing System) in 1978. “The Screwtops are the Navy’s oldest active Airborne In March 1996, the Screwtops became the first E-2 Early Warning Squadron,” said Lt.j.g. Matthew T. Axley, a squadron on the East Coast to transition to the E-2C Group pilot assigned to the Screwtops. II aircraft, with its significantly upgraded avionics and The legacy of VAW-123, and its relationship with the engines. historic Enterprise, is something Screwtop aviators and In November 1998, the Screwtops again led the way by Sailors look back on with a great deal of appreciation. becoming the first operational squadron on the East Coast to “We are a direct reflection of our community at large,” said Axley. “The squadron is a close family that enjoys our accept delivery of the Navigation Upgrade E-2C Group II’s. Today, the squadron is a part of CVW-1 aboard aircraft job. We all have a sense of pride being on the Big E’s last carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) as the ship makes its 25th deployment.” and final deployment. Throughout their history, the Screwtops have made “So far it has been a great cruise and I am glad to be more than a few such deployments, some just as significant part of the final deployment,” said Master Chief Scott as the current one. Harville, command master chief of VAW-123. “The officer Since their commissioning, the Screwtops have served and enlisted Sailors (of VAW-123) are the best I have had on many platforms, including the aircraft carrier USS the opportunity to work with so far in my career. The Forrestal (CVA 59) during the Vietnam War, as part of pride and professionalism these Sailors have in their E-2C CVW-3 aboard aircraft carrier USS Saratoga (CVA 60), and as part of CVW-11 aboard aircraft carrier USS America Hawkeyes is second to none. ” The E-2C Hawkeye is a turbo-prop aircraft with a large (CVA 66). rotating radar dish on the top of the body of the plane, Throughout the years, VAW-123 has consistently been SCREWTOPS, Continued on page 7
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Navy Vs Notre Dame Notre Dame Overcomes suspensions, Rolls Past Navy in Season Opener
By Associated Press
DUBLIN -- Notre Dame scored touchdowns on its first three possessions and defensive end Stephon Tuitt returned a fumble 77 yards for another TD as the Fighting Irish routed Navy 50-10 in Saturday’s season opener in Ireland. A crowd of 49,000 filled Dublin’s Aviva Stadium for the first U.S. college game in Ireland since 1996. Theo Riddick and George Atkinson ran for first-quarter touchdowns, and tight end Tyler Eifert caught a 5-yard TD pass. Tuitt scooped up quarterback Trey Miller’s fumble and rumbled to the end zone to put the Irish up 27-0 in the second quarter. Navy kicked a 26-yard field goal before halftime and opened the second half with a three-pass drive USS Enterprise (CVN 65) The Shuttle is published and printed daily underway and capped by Shawn bi-weekly in port by the USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Media Department, FPO AE 09543-2810. This newspaper is an Lynch’s 25-yard authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Please direct all story ideas, questions and grab to make it comments to MC1 (SW) Steve Smith at smithsw@cvn65. 27-10. Atkinson navy.mil. and Riddick Commanding Officer Executive Officer Capt. William C. Hamilton, Jr. Capt. G. C. Huffman replied with two Command Master Chief Public Affairs Officer of Notre Dame’s CMDCM (AW/SW) Dwayne E. Huff Lt. Cmdr. Sarah T. Self-Kyler three second-half Editor MC3 Brian G. Reynolds touchdowns.
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Aviation Electrician’s Mate 3rd Class Kathleen Vinasco, assigned to the Screwt of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123, wipes down an E Hawkeye. (Photo by MC3 Harry Andrew D. Gordon)
An aircraft director signals to the pilot of an E-2C Hawkeye, assigned to the Screwtops of VAW-123, to maneuver the aircraft into position on the catapult in preparation for a catapult launch during flight operations. (Photo by MC3 Jared King)
Aviation Electrician’s Mate 3rd Class Veronika Stanley, assigned to the Screwtops of VAW-123, wipes down the outside of an E-2C Hawkeye. (Photo by MC3 Scott Pittman)
An E-2C Hawkeye sits on the flight deck. (Photo by MC3 Randy J. Savarese)
An E-2C Hawkeye, assigned to the Screwtops of VAW-123, prepares for launch. (Photo by MC3 Randy J. Savarese)
Aviation Machinist’s Mate Airman Matthew Broussard, assigned to the Screwtops of VAW-123, watches from the cockpit as an E-2C Hawkeye is moved through the hangar bay. (Photo by MC3 Scott Pittman)
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An E-2C Hawkeye prepares for flight on the flight deck. (Photo by MC3 Scott Pittman)
Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Joshua Peterson, assigned to the Screwtops of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123, repairs an antenna cable on an E-2C Hawkeye. (Photo by MC3 Jared King)
An E-2C Hawkeye prepares for flight on the flight deck. (Photo by MC3 Scott Pittman)
Aviation Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Adrian Reiss, left, Aviation Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Danny Tetlow, middle, and Aviation Machinist’s Mate Seaman Matt Broussard, assigned to the Screwtops of VAW-123, reinstall a prop in an E-2C Hawkeye. (Photo by MC3 Randy J. Savarese)
Aviation Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Thomas Eaton, Cmdr. James A. Mcall, former officer of assigned to the Screwtops of commanding Carrier Airborne Early Checkmates of VFA-211, to launch a F/A-18E/F Warning Squadron (VAW)prepares 123, performs corrosion Supper Hornet on the flightondeck. (Photo by MC3 Heath treatment and prevention an E-2C Hawkeye. Zeigler) (Photo by MC3 Jared King)
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Health
Beating the Flu out of You! Story and Illustration By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gregory White
USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea – The Medical department aboard aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) is preparing to provide an influenza vaccine to the ship’s crew and embarked air wing. Influenza (flu) is a contagious disease that is caused by the influenza virus. It can be spread by coughing, sneezing or through nasal secretions. Symptoms include chills, a cough, a sore throat, headaches, a runny or stuffy nose, fatigue and muscle aches. “The importance of receiving a flu shot is that it causes an auto-immune response from the body, thereby, making you resistant to the disease,” said Cmdr. Kevin Brown, the ship’s senior medical officer. Receiving the vaccine now could prove to be especially important considering the timing of Enterprise’s scheduled return to homeport. “By the time we get back into Norfolk we will be in flu season,” said Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Dayla J. Hosaka, a preventive medicine technician aboard Enterprise. “So we’ve ordered enough flu (vaccine) to cover Enterprise, the air wing and everyone else.”
The Medical department aboard Enterprise is currently working to get the vaccine delivered to the ship. They plan to have it aboard sometime during the month of September and will begin administering the vaccine upon its arrival. “Everyone will have to get the shot,” said Hosaka. “It’s mandatory, it’s free and it’s only going to benefit you.” Crewmembers shouldn’t worry about getting sick from the shot. The shot is designed to prevent influenza, not cause it. In fact, the shot isn’t even the live virus. It is inactive. “This is to prevent us from getting sick,” said Hosaka. “I know that some people say, ‘Oh, I got sick because I took the flu shot,’ but sometimes the flu shot is not even a live virus. I think it’s a common misconception that, if you take the shot, you will get sick.” Being that all Corpsmen are qualified to administer the shot, Medical department’s goal is to have administered the vaccine to all hands within 72 hours of the vaccine arriving aboard. There will most likely be divisional “shot calls” during that time. “We don’t know what the hours will be or the details yet, but we normally like to break it down and do it by division,” said Hosaka. It will be a very busy time for Medical. To put it into perspective, Hosaka said that last year it took a little over a week to administer the shot to all hands and that the ship was in port during that time. The crew of Enterprise can expect more information about the upcoming flu shot from the ship’s Medical department once a schedule to administer the shots has been finalized.
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Sailors of the Day
Sailor and Marine of the Day Yeoman 2nd Class Alonte Horn
YN2 Alonte Horn, from Oceanside, Calif., joined the Navy three years ago to enhance his leadership skills. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling and spending time with family. In the future, he plans to make a career out of the Navy.
Congratulations to Big E’s Newest Promoted Officers Big E Lt. Lt. Lt. Lt. Lt. Lt. Lt.
Cmdr. Cmdr. Cmdr. Cmdr. Cmdr. Cmdr. Cmdr.
VFA-11
George Bodine Lt. Cmdr. John Stigi Monica Hernandez Lt. Cmdr. Matthew Enos Benjamin Petermann Jesus Garzon Adam Schuman Colman Upson Lt. Cmdr. Jason Vining Joel Chapman Lt. Cmdr. Brian Hasse
CVW-1
Strike Group Lt. Cmdr. Robert Frantz Capt. Steven Averett Capt. James Midkiff
Lance Corporal Christopher Mullen
Lance Cpl. Christopher Mullen, from Media, Pa., joined the Marine Corps two years ago to do something with his life to be remembered. In his spare time, he enjoys kayaking and cliff diving. In the future, he plans to travel to Germany.
SCREWTOPS, Continued from page 2 which sends out signals to identify contacts and provide situational awareness from out in the field. That information lets pilots know what the area looks like, and can also provide that same information to the ship. The aircraft operates with five officers onboard, two for flying and three to run the radar and navigation equipment in the back. “The squadron is used as a Command and Control platform for aircraft and as a communication link between all aircraft, the ship and assets on the ground,” said Axley. After their mission is complete, the E-2C is usually the last aircraft to recover to ensure that everything looks good for the last trap of the day. “The Screwtops are the ‘World Famous Screwtops, the rulers of the planet,’” said Harville. “That motto says it all. I am honored to be the Command Master Chief of VAW-123.”
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Big E Entertainment
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