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Friday, January 21, 2011

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Happenings Sure shot

“Big E” Weapons Department Sailors train crew members soon to be assigned to the ship’s security force on how to shoot an M-16 rifle during a live-fire exercise on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Thursday.

Outlook

Enterprise Chorus Auditions The Enterprise chorus (official name TBD) is a new opportunity for a select group of 50 Enterprise Sailors, officers and enlisted, aboard “Big E” to provide a positive outlet for musical talents at Enterprise and public events.

Auditions for the Enterprise chorus will continue through Jan. 22 in the Enterprise Room from 1400-1500. Please send an e-mail to EnterpriseChorus@cvn65.navy.mil to receive an audition slot. Please be prepared to sing a capella.

Career Counselor Note

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“Big E”History

nterprise’s role in the Cuban Missile Crisis began Oct. 19, 1962 when it departed from Norfolk with such urgency that the carrier got underway with only part of its air wing embarked, some aircraft flying on board as she “turned the corner” off Cape Henry.

AirLant announced that the carrier’s rapid departure was to conduct engineering exercises, and to escape possible damage due to Hurricane Ella, then being tracked off the southeastern coast of the U.S. The cover story, however, seemed less than convincing, as evidenced by one reporter’s incredulous question: “Engineering exercises! A week after she gets back from the Med? And Ella turned east at noon today.

You really want me to believe that?” Security concerns prompted the cordial response: “Absolutely.”

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“Big E” Fitness Team Schedule

Friday 0500-0545 Intermediate Spin/Cycle 1600-1700 EOD/Diver PT 1600-1700 Chuck Norris Power Hour Ultimate Abs

Safety Note Jogging can be a very healthy form of exercise if you take the right precautions to stay safe. Make sure you do a proper warm-up and keep hydrated to help complete your jog without incident. Stretching prior to and after jogging will also help to prevent muscle strain and cramping. When jogging, wear light-colored clothing to make sure you are easily seen. Reflective clothing should always be worn during reduced visibility conditions.

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Saturday 1645-1730 Resistance Band Blast 2000-2100 Advanced Spin/Cycle

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Attention all Sailors who advanced off the September Advancement exam. Did you know you could ask your Enlisted Community Manager for an “In Rate PTS Approval”? No, that does not mean you must remain in your current rate (in most cases). It means now you have an approval to stay in the Navy, and as long as you do not reenlist for SRB, you could still ask to convert to another rate (if available). If this pertains to you, see your CC TODAY or stop in and see NCC Fleming in the CCC office. Time is critical so do not wait!

The Shuttle is published and printed daily underway and weekly in port by the USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Media Department, FPO AE 09543-2810. This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Contents are not necessarily the official views of the U.S. Government. The Shuttle reserves the right to edit all submissions. Please direct all story ideas, questions and comments to MCSN Peter Melkus at melkusp@cvn65.navy.mil.

Commanding Officer Capt. Dee L. Mewbourne

Executive Officer Capt. Ryan Scholl

Command Master Chief CMDCM (AW/SW) Keith G. Oxley

Public Affairs Officer Lt. Cmdr. Sarah T. Self-Kyler

Friday, January 21, 2011

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Enterprise News

Enterprise Carrier Strike Group enters 6th Fleet

By MCC Stephen M. White USS Enterprise Public Affairs

USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea - The ships and embarked squadrons from the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group (CSG) entered U.S. 6th Fleet’s area of responsibility (AOR) Jan. 20.

This milestone marks the culmination of more than two years of work for thousands of Sailors aboard the world’s oldest, largest and first nuclearpowered aircraft carrier.

USS Enterprise (CVN 65), Carrier strike Group 12, Destroyer Squadron 2, the guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), the guidedmissile destroyers USS Barry (DDG 52), USS Bulkeley, and USS Mason (DDG 87) and the eight squadrons of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 entered the AOR, an imaginary line that transfers operational tasking authority for the strike group from U.S. 2nd Fleet.

While in the area, the Enterprise CSG will conduct the full range of maritime operations and theater security

cooperation efforts in concert with coalition, joint, interagency and other partners in order to improve maritime safety and security.

“We already have an extensive schedule of operations and exercises with our maritime partners throughout the region,” said Rear Adm. Terry B. Kraft, commander of Enterprise CSG. “The Mediterranean Sea is a critical sea lane in our global economy, and remains secure because of the strong relationships between the Navies that operate in the area.”

Operating with allied navies and building upon already strong relationships is a key tenant in the Maritime Strategy.

Also key to building such relationships is developing our Sailors and Marines to better understand the cultures, history and languages of the region, according to Capt. Dee L. Mewbourne, commanding officer of Enterprise.

“We have trained hard to get to this day and now look forward to learning

Source: NAVEUR-NAVAF Web site The Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF) (a.k.a. 6th Fleet) area of responsibility (AOR) covers approximately half of the Atlantic Ocean, from the North Pole to Antarctica; as well as the Adriatic, Baltic, Barents, Black, Caspian, Mediterranean and North Seas. It encompasses 105 countries with a combined population of more than one billion people and includes a landmass extending more than 14 million square miles. The AOR covers more than 20 million square nautical miles of ocean, touches three continents and encompasses more than 67 percent of the Earth’s coastline, 30 percent of its landmass, and nearly 40 percent of the world’s population.

from, and building upon, the relationships of our maritime allies in the area,” Mewbourne said.

“This team of Sailors and Marines has honed its skills at sea, but is also looking forward to experiencing the culture and history of this beautiful part of the world.”

This deployment, the 21st for the carrier since its commissioning in 1961, also marks the first deployment of the centennial year of naval aviation.

“For 100 years, we have operated aircraft from the decks of warships.

It’s appropriate that our most accomplished active aircraft carrier is the first

to deploy this year,” Kraft said.

Following its mission in 6th Fleet, the strike group is scheduled to operate in the 5th Fleet AOR to support Maritime Security Operations (MSO) and Theater Security Cooperation efforts.

MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counterterrorism and security efforts of regional nations. These operations seek to disrupt violent extremists’ use of the maritime environment as a venue for attack or to transport personnel, weapons or other material.

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Sailor of the Day Electrician’s Mate 2nd Class (SW)

Jackie C. Hatfield - Jamestown, Tennessee

EM2 (SW) Hatfield, an EE03 work center supervisor and load dispatcher assigned to Engineering Department’s Electrical Division, joined the Navy 5 years ago while searching for a challenging and rewarding career. To Hatfield, the most rewarding aspect of his job is standing senior watch and “being in control of providing a small city of Sailors and Marines electrical power.” Hatfield works hard to be a great father to his 4-year-old son and aspires to earn a college degree. During his off time, Hatfield enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time with his wife and son.

Friday, January 21, 2011

Marine of the Day Corporal

Victor Castellanos - Everett, Washington

Cpl. Castellanos, an F/A-18 electrical technician assigned to the “Thunderbolts” of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 251, joined the Marine Corps two-and-a-half years ago to travel the world. Castellanos finds working on and helping to send F/A-18s into combat to be the most rewarding aspects of his job because he knows he’s contributing to keeping his family safe from the enemy. Castellanos is working hard and striving to be the best at what he does, and one day apply the skills he has learned in the Marine Corps to a job in the civilian sector. Castellanos likes to sleep, listen to music and watch movies in his spare time.

Photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesse L. Gonzalez

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20 Swedish auto 22 100% 23 Do some housework 25 They’re sweet and viscid 27 Choir section 30 Express 32 It has a blade 33 “All The Way” lyricist

34 High-tech scanner 35 Sentence shortener 38 UN agency 39 Hasty 41 Place in position 42 Actress Elke 44 Hostelry 45 Type

Down 1 Enumeration follower 2 Asian nation 3 Go off the deep end 4 Encouraged 5 Campanologist’s concern 6 Actress Aulin 7 Decays 8 Let up 9 Fairy tale creature 10 Out of place 11 Admired ones 12 Angler’s item 14 Humdingers 15 Time for a big event 21 Extensive in scope 24 Absolute ruler 26 Short-lived Egypt-Syria union: Abbr.

27 ___ and Galatea (Handel work) 28 “Symphonie espagnole” composer 29 “Death in Venice” author 31 Open-air rooms 34 Blackguard 35 Cob’s mate 36 Tempt 37 Blues singer James 39 Flip side?

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43 West of Hollywood 45 Shooting marble 47 Land of Leonidas 48 Cause trouble 49 Extreme 50 Poison-bearing tree 52 Chips 53 Board and lodging 55 Organ setting 57 Shopping complex 58 Cut flower 60 Call at Wimbledon 62 Henri’s here 63 Japan’s capital, formerly

46 Battery size 47 Posed for a portrait 48 Nonplussed 49 Exhausted 51 Some time ago 53 Dutch carrier 54 Evian and Vichy 56 Checkout units

59 “And others,” briefly 61 Utter 64 Fish-eating bird 65 Amassed 66 Take short breaths 67 Egyptian sacred bull 68 One of the Muppets

New TRICARE Dental Program contract awarded TRICARE Management Activity announced its intent to award the TRICARE Dental Program contract to Metropolitan Life Insurance Company of Bridgewater, N.J. Dental care coverage under the new contract begins Feb. 1, 2012, following a 12-month transition period from the current contractor, United Concordia Companies, Inc. During the 12-month transition enrollees can access customer service at the same toll-free phone numbers they have been using. That contact information can be found at www. tricare.mil/contactus. Enrollees

will receive a welcome packet and new enrollment cards prior to Feb. 1.

New and enhanced benefits including an increase in the annual maximum, an increase in the lifetime orthodontic maximum, accidental dental injury coverage, an additional cleaning for women during pregnancy, and much more. Under the new contract, all enrollees will enjoy lower premiums in the first year.

More information about the TRICARE Dental Program is available at www.tricare. mil/mybenefit/home/Dental/ DentalProgram.