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 ' MWMjiirtlHifo mfrMtfMnn iihyjj m IIIUIIFII JPJiffI SHIP CARL VINSON (CVN-70) m cau vnm (cvm n) It has been called the most complex man-made object ever created, and that is a fitting description for a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier. The United States Ship CARL VINSON is the third ship in this illustrious class. The GOLD EAGLE carries the most sophisticated weapons system and aircraft ever put to sea. Originally designed to deal with the Soviet threat in mind, she has proven invaluable in regional, close to shore conflicts. The GOLD EAGLE is used where necessary, to project power for U.S. interests. As part of the Pacific Fleet, USS CARL VINSON is assigned to the vibrant Pacific Rim and potentially volatile Arabian Gulf. More than 60 percent of the Earths population lives in or around this area and the sea lanes are used for billions of dollars in commerce each year. It is easy to see the vital role the Navy plays in protecting the nation that built her. With the GOLD EAGLE on station, the world is a safer place. % i jkDh UtVf.h(CttM1). The main armament of the GOLD EAGLE is the aircraft of Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN. Working together as a team, the ship and air wing carries out the missions assigned by the United States of America. Each aircraft has a primary role to play, but all are flexible and can be used for a number of missions. The F-14D Tomcat is built as an air interceptor, responsible for protecting the fleet from airborne threats - with a precision strike capability recently added. The F A-l 8 Hornet is designed for all-weather ground attacks and air superiority, challenging the enemy on both fronts. As electronic warfare becomes ever more present, the ES-3A Shadow and the EA-6B Prowler play very important roles in detecting and jamming enemy transmissions. The S-3B Viking is used against surface ships, undersea warfare and mid-air refueling. The SH-60 Sea Hawk is important for undersea warfare and Search and Rescue. Watching and directing from high above the sea is the E-2C Hawkeye. The C -2A Greyhound brings necessary supplies, passengers and mail to the ship. All this is done anywhere in the world at a moments notice. « 1 ; tectiiuj Xke free fiodd % CARL VINSONs most valuable characteristic is that it is Ready on Arrival? The ship gives our nation the ability to park a military airport anywhere on two-thirds of the Earths surface without asking permission of a host. The Gold Eagle brings with it the ability to protect that same airport by hiding it anywhere in that area. These capabilities provide the strength and worth of USS CARL VINSON - 4.5 acres of sovereign U.S. territory. With an extremely flexible strike and defensive capability, there are few missions the GOLD EAGLE cannot accomplish. This power can be used anywhere it is needed to protect the interests of the United States as directed by the President. This power projection can include air dominance, reconnaissance, long-range attack, sea control and self- protection against airborne, surface and subsurface attack. « i+iow, fttod Ck i tiei i, jSattiotf V USS CARL VINSON is known throughout the world, and particularly in the Middle East region, as one of the most powerful floating fortresses in the world. However, while CARL VINSON is called 95,000 tons of diplomacy; the ship embodies more than a mass of steel plate, cable and pipe. The crew includes dedicated men and women from every state in the Union, possessing all degrees of knowledge: veteran officers and chief petty officers with decades of experience, well-trained mid-level professionals and supervisors and others fresh out of training - teenage Sailors away from home for the first time. Each works in one of 1 7 specialized departments, or in one of the 1 separate squadrons. Leadership, training and a sense of purpose blend these 5,000 individual personalities toward one goal: Being ever-ready to exercise the awes ome power of the Gold Eagle in support of the interests and defense of our country by being ready on arrival. USS CARL VINSON - and CARL VINSON officers and crew - set the standards of excellence and performance for which she is so well known. - - Coa e man Cad Vwoh V -. n ' .1 ' : t : USS CARL VINSON, the third in a series of Nimitz-class aircraft carriers, was constructed at the Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company in Virginia and officially commissioned on March 13, 1982. Construction began in October 1975, and with two-thirds of the ship completed, it was christened on March 15, 1980. In attendance that day was CVN-70 ' s namesake, Congressman Carl Vinson, the first man to witness the launching of a U.S. warship named in his honor. The stong willed Georgian spent more than 50 years in the house of Representatives, and served a record 29 years as Chairman of the House Naval Affairs and Armed Services Committee, becoming a powerful champion of military preparedness. Through nine administrations, he fostered the notion that a strong defense was the best way to ensure peace. His leadership and legislative skill helped introduce measures that created the two-ocean Navy, expanded the naval aviation forces, and tremendously increased the number of ships in the Navy. He also guided the establishment of the Air Force Academy and the introduction of nuclear power to the Navy. Senator Sam Nunn (D-Ga), Vinson ' s grandnephew and the principal speaker at the launching, called the 1,092-foot ship the mightiest ever constructed and added that his 96-year-old great uncle was too. Carl Vinson died in 1981 at the age of 98. The crew of the GOLD EAGLE continues to proudly serve in the same diligent and committed fashion as a living legacy of Congressman Vinson. 11 Nickname GOLD EAGLE Builder NEWPORT News shipbuilding and Drydock Company, Newport News, Virginia Keel Laid October 11, 1975 Launched March 15, 1980 Commissioned March 13, 1982 Cost a98(n Approximately 1.3 billion dollars Propulsion Nuclear, with enough fuel for 15 years of normal operation Speed 30+ knots Number of reactors Two Length over flight deck 1,092 feet Breadth at flight deck 252 feet Area of flight deck 4.5 acres Number of aircraft elevators Four Height. Keel to Mast 244 feet (equal to a 24 story building) Anchors Two at 30 tons each Combat Load Displacement 95,000 tons Propellers Four, at 21 feet high and 66,200 pounds each Number of telephones Over 2,000 Weight of Rudders 65.5 tons each Capacity of Air Conditioning Plants 3,240 (enough to serve over 10,000 homes Daily Capacity of Distilling Plants 400,000 gallons of fresh water (enough for the daily needs of 20,000 homes) Established NAS Miramar, Navy Day 1 942 Carriers Assig ned USS Kitty Hawk USS America USS Enterprise USS Abraham Lincoln USS Carl Vinson Squadrons Assigined VFA-22 (F A-18C ' Hornet ' ) VFA-94 (F A-18C ' Hornet ' ) VFA-97 (F A-18A Hornet ) VF-213 (F-14DTomcaO VAW-117 (E-2C Hawkeye ) VAQ-135 (EA-6B Prowler ) VS-29 (S-3B Viking ) HS-6 (HH-60H SH-60F Seahawk ) VQ-5 DET Beven (ES-3A Shadow VRC-30DETTWO (G2A ' Greyhound ' ) Aircraft Assig ned 75 Sorties 9,000 Fli ght Hours 14,000 Pilots 112 NFC 73 Enlisted Aircrew 46 Total Personnel 1,800 « . ttf l V HBP WHW ! W!PP IP i % 14 USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70) homeport 16 Change of Command 18 Planned Incremental Availability.... 20 RIMPAC ' 98 22 Predeployment 26 Departure 28 ifu Morikwtt 16 . Crocket tetieoet Capt. tfaucot neb } c±etoauld foaUMity 20 % I 1 its ■4: . . h tiond Ixeuke IV 6 hweiHke 6, 1996 28 % w. IIQS PARI win COM COMCARGRU-3 32 DESRON-23 42 CVN-70 CO 46 CVN-70 XO 48 CVN-70 CMC 50 SHIP ' S COMPANY ADMINISTRATION 52 AIMD. 62 AIR 84 CHAPLAIN 114 CSD 118 I DECK 134 DENTAL ....148 ENGINEERING 152 LEGAL 180 MEDICAL 188 NAVIGATION 194 OPERATIONS 198 REACTOR 224 SAFETY. 250 SUPPLY 254 TRAINING 286 WEAPONS 290 -if IARMS Jr, H HH Af,- ] r |fb i II p Til j y fr . 1 ™ AL. 1 |[_| - - B Bjjfl j J| R B s 5§ w ' H r j W0L n v V SIH m%4 | f Si79My9| Wr m m B ' 7 jp- jrj BS ? 5 L 2S ' ' « ear Admiral Alfred G. Harms, Jr. is a native of central Illinois and graduated from the University of Illinois in 1971. He was commissioned through the NROTC program and designated a Naval Flight Officer in May 1972. Rear Admiral Harms was first assigned to Attack Squadron ONE TWO EIGHT in Whidbey Island, Washington for training in the A-6 Intruder aircraft. He then joined Attack Squadron ONE FOUR FIVE in February 1973 and made two WESTPAC deployments aboard USS RANGER (CV 61). In June 1975, he transferred to Texas A M University, College Station, Texas, where he served as an NROTC instructor and completed a Master of Science degree in Statistics. Following A-6 refresher training in Attack Squadron FOUR TWO, Rear Admiral Harms joined Attack Squadron ONE SEVEN SIX in January 1979 and made both Mediterranean Sea and Indian Ocean deployments aboard USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62). A distinguished graduate of the United States Naval Test Pilot School at Patuxent River, Maryland in June 1982, he subsequently served at the Strike Aircraft Test Directorate of the Naval Air Test Center where he directed ordnance separation and advanced technology avionics projects. In April 1985, Rear Admiral Harms reported as Executive Officer of Attack Squadron SEVEN FIVE. He assumed command in October 1986, deploying aboard USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67) to the Mediterranean Sea. After completing Naval Nuclear Power Training, he reported to USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65) and served as Executive Officer from March 1990 to January 1992. He graduated from the NATO Defense College in Rome, Italy in July 1992. Rear Admiral Harms commanded USS SHREVEPORT (LPD 12) from December 1992 to May 1994, and deployed to the Mediterranean Sea and Indian Ocean in support of peacekeeping and humanitarian relief operations in Bosnia, Herzegovina, and Somalia. During his tour, SHREVEPORT completed the first ever Pioneer UAV deployment on an amphibious ship and earned the 1994 Battle E award. Rear Admiral Harms later commanded USS NIMTTZ (CVN 68) from August 1994 to November 1996, completing a WESTPAC deployment with extensive operations in the Arabian Gulf and in support of the China-Taiwan crisis. During this time, NTMITZ won the 1995 Battle E award and the Golden Anchor Award. Following a joint tour as the Deputy Director of Operations at United States Central Command, Rear Admiral Harms assumed command of Carrier Group THREE in June 1998. Rear Admiral Harms has accumulated more than 3000 flight hours and flown over 20 models of tactical military aircraft during his career. His personal awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (two awards), Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (two awards) and various other personal and unit commendations. Rear Admiral Harms and his wife Gina reside in Bremerton, Washington. They have four children: Kevin (LT, USN) and his wife Pam, Brad (IstLT, USMC), Andy (University of Washington) and Karen. 33 -t HH MiJ . UlLHUlU Captain Marc Helgeson is a native of San Carlos, California, and is a graduate of Shattuck School, Faribault, Minnesota; the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA); and the Naval Postgraduate School. He was commissioned in 1971 through the NROTC program. Following commissioning, Captain Helgeson was assigned to USS LOCKWOOD (DE 1064), where he served as )amage Control Assistant and later as ASW Officer. He subsequently served at sea as Weapons Officer in USS RAMSEY (FFG ), Operations and Combat Systems Officer for Destroyer Squadron THIRTY-THREE (DESRON 33), and as Executive Officer i USS STEIN (FF 1 065). Captain Helgeson commanded USS CONNOLE (FF 1 056) from 1 988 to 1 990 and Destroyer Squadron OURTEEN (DESRON 14) from 1995 to 1997. Both CONNOLE and DESRON 14 were awarded Meritorious Unit Commendations and CONNOLE received two Battle Efficiency Es while under his command. During his sea assignments Captain Helgeson participated in combat operations off Vietnam, was Sea Combat Commander for the America Battle Group uring NATO operations off Bosnia, and made eight extended deployments. He assumed duties as Chief of Staff to Carrier ;roup THREE in August 1997. Ashore, Captain Helgeson served as an Action Officer in the OPNAV Strategy, Plans and Policy Division (OP60), as irector of the Leadership Training Division at the Surface Warfare Officer Schools Command, and as a Federal Executive ellow at the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, DC. His most recent shore duty was as Deputy Assistant Chief of taff for Plans and Policy to Commander, Allied Naval Forces Southern Europe (COMNAVSOUTH) where he was a member f the Yugoslavia Contingency Planning Group and was responsible for planning Partnership for Peace ' activities with Eastern uropean nations. Captain Helgeson holds a B.A. with honors in Political Science from UCLA; an MA. in National Security Affairs :om the Naval Postgraduate School, where he also received the U.S. Naval Institute Award; and an M.A. with distinction in Jational Security Studies from the Naval War College. His decorations include the Legion of Merit, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, ne Joint Service Commendation Medal, the Navy Achievement Medal (with Combat V ) and the Combat Action Ribbon. He a Joint Specialty Officer and has subspecialties in Strategic Planning and Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW). Captain Helgesons wife, the Reverend Gail Helgeson, is a native of Berkeley, California, and a graduate of UCLA and ale Divinity School. They have two daughters, Rachel Stone, who lives with her husband in Oceanside, California, and Rebecca, a student at Boston University. 35 M -4 0 5 |f II III Carrier Group THREEs mission is to train, sustain, and command combat ready forces as an integrated Battle Group, Battle Force, or Naval Component Commander. Operations ranging across the entire spectrum of naval warfare and national diplomacy are conducted as directed by higher authority. This awesome collection of ships, aircraft, and submarines are manned by Americas finest young patriots who work together to maintain peak combat readiness and preserve peace worldwide. Carrier Group THREE is homeported at Naval Station Bremerton, WA, under the permanent administrative and operational command of Commander THIRD Fleet. While forward deployed, Carrier Group THREE assumes operational command of the Carl Vinson Battle Group forming a mobile, versatile, sovereign and extremely capable force operating primarily in the Pacific, Asian and Middle Eastern areas. The Latin motto of the command is In Mundo Optimum , meaning Best in the World . The magnificent Sailors who serve in the Carl Vinson Battle Group are key to the success of this complex, finely tuned and ready on arrival force! CDRJ.J.Tiemey LCDR G.R.Brooks LCDR K. N. Burgess LCDR D. I Darnell LCDR J. A. DeLeon 36 LTD. T.Davis LT C. M. Dorrans LT T. W. Green LT A. D. James LTS.WNickeU LTT.G. Shore 37 j. UAPTAIN bl Ml- ' J.lilNl ffl c aptain Patten was commissioned in 1974 at the University of Southern California via the NROTC program after earning a Master of Arts degree in Journalism. His career as a Surface Warfare Officer includes extensive sea duty in destroyers and frigates. His assignments at sea include: USS MARVIN SHIELDS (FF-1066) as Communications Officer and Operations Officer, USS HEWITT (DD-966) as Engineering Officer, Destroyer Squadron TWENTY-ONE as Material Officer, USS FIFE (DD-991) as Executive Officer, Destroyer Squadron SEVEN as Chief of Staff Officer, Cruiser-Destroyer Group THREE as Assistant Chief of Staff for Material and Logistics, USS REID (FFG-30) as Commanding Officer, and Second Fleet Striking Fleet Atlantic as Assitant Chief of Staff for Training and Readiness (J-7). Captain Patten is serving as Commander, Destroyer Squadron TWENTY-THREE. Captain Pattens shore assignments include duty as Aide to Deputy Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, London, U.K. and Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance, Surface Ship Propulsion Systems Program (PMS- 301), Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, DC. and was awarded a Master of Science degree in National Resource Strategy. His decorations include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (Fourth award), Navy Commendation Medal (Second award), Navy Achievement Medal (Second award), National Defence Medal with Bronze Star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Southwest Asia Medal with Bronze Star, and Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. Captain Patten is married to the former Kathy Lister of San Diego, California. They have two children, Alexander and Anne. « Destroyer Squadron TWENTY-THREE (DESRON 23) gained its fame in the Pacific theatre during World War II. Under the leadership of Captain Arleigh A. Burke, the Squadron of eight destroyers patrolled the waters of the Solomon Islands in an effort to defeat the rapid Japanese advance towards Australia. Their mission was to escort and screen the larger cruisers and transport ships conducting amphibious landings along the island chain, as well as provide supporting shore bombardment. Each evening they set sail from their primitive base at Purvis Bay to seek out the enemy and each morning they returned to refuel and reload ammunition. Their crowning achievement came at the battle of Cape Saint George where DESRON 23 ships met an equal number of Japanese destroyers moving personnel from an island airfield. Three of the Japanese ships were sunk and the others damaged in battle, while not one American ship was struck. For their heroism in the Solomons Campaign, DESRON 23 remains the only destroyer squadron ever to receive a Presidential Unit Citation. Since that time, DESRON 23 has evolved into the Sea Combat Commander for the Carl Vinson Battle Group. Commanded by Captain Craig W Patten, the Little Beavers, consisting of about 20 officers, chief petty officers, and enlisted personnel, are responsible for the conduct of all battle group operations both on and under the sea. Their responsibilities include Surface Warfare, Undersea Warfare, Maritime Interception Operations and Defensive Mine Warfare. They conduct these difficult operations through the coordinated tactical employment of battle group ships, submarines, and aircraft. Staff Tactical Watch Officers, augmented by USS CARL VINSON Operation Specialists, stand watch in the Combat Direction Center, where they direct all tactical operations and ship movements. Although their mission has changed over the last 55 years, the professionalism and dedication of the Little Beavers have not. Just like their predecessors, todays DESRON 23 is leading the charge in support of national maritime warfare objectives. LCDR I. Narvaez LT N. R. Gerhardt 4 4 ROCKEI I • i WW 1- ■-■' J- A native of Fargo, North Dakota, Captain David Crocker was commissioned via the NROTC program in May 1974, following graduation from Iowa State University with a degree in Aerospace Engineering. He was awarded a Master ' s Degree in Aeronautical Systems from the University of West Florida while undergoing flight training. He was designated a Naval Aviator in September 1975. Captain Crocker was assigned to the Red Lions of HS-15 from June 1976 to May 1979, during which time the squadron twice deployed to the Mediterranean Sea on board the USS AMERICA (CV 66). Following a one- year tour as an instructor in the HS Fleet Replacement Squadron, HS-1, he was selected to attend the Naval Test Pilot School, graduating as a member of Class ' 78 in December 1980. He reported to the Rotary Wing Aircraft Test Directorate and served as a Project Officer for the initial fleet introduction of the SH-60B helicopter. In April 1983, Captain Crocker reported to Commander Carrier Group ONE for duty as Flag Lieutenant. He deployed to the Pacific and Indian Oceans, seeing duty on board USS CORAL SEA (CV 43), USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70), USS MIDWAY (CV 41) and USS CONSTELLATION (CV 64). Two years later, he was again assigned to HS-1 5 where he served as Maintenance Officer from April 1985 to January 1987, deploying as an element of CVW-6 on board USS FORRESTAL (CV 59). Captain Crocker reported to HS-1 7 as Executive Officer in April 1987. He assumed command in August 1988. During his tenure, the squadron deployed twice to the Mediterranean Sea on board USS CORAL SEA (CV 43). He next reported to the Chief of Naval Operations (OP-05) in October 1989 where he served as the ASW and Combat Rescue Helicopter Requirements Officer. In May 1990, he was selected for the nuclear propulsion training program. He assumed duties as Executive Officer on board USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) in September 1992; the tour was highlighted by the ship ' s maiden deployment in May 1 994. He commanded the USS INCHON (MCS 1 2) from November 1994 to July 1996. His decorations include the Legion of Merit, four Meritorious Service Medals and two Navy Achievement Medals. Captain Crocker is married to the former Jeanne Murphy of Sheldon, Iowa. They have two sons, Benjamin and Eric. « n ' jrf I I d d ru d i Commander Richard Wren is a native of Washington, D. C. He began his naval career in July 1974 as a midshipman at the Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree and was commissioned an Ensign in July 1978. In August 1979 he qualified as a Naval Flight Officer after attending flight training at VT-10 and VAW-120. Commander Wren reported to the Seahawks of VAW-126 in August 1980 and completed Indian Ocean and Mediterranean Sea deployments aboard USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67). He was selected as the 1983 Hawkeye of the Year while serving with the Seahawks. Upon completing his sea tour in May 1983, Commander Wren reported to Naval Air Test Center, Patuxent River, Maryland where he attended the U. S. Naval Test Pilot School. Serving as a Test Naval Flight Officer for the Systems Engineering Test Directorate, he was instrumental in the developmental testing of several aircraft electronic combat systems and E-2C radar upgrades. In September 1986 he joined the Seabats of VAW-127. Serving in every department head billet, he deployed twice to the Mediterranean Sea aboard USS CORAL SEA (CV-43). In November 1989, Commander Wren assumed the duties of Operations Officer, then Executive Officer for Carrier Airborne Early Warning Weapons School, NAS Miramar, California. His next assignment, in October 1991, was to the Joint Staff with the National Emergency Airborne Command Post, Offutt AFB, Nebraska, as Strategic Operations Officer. Commander Wren reported to the VAW-115 Liberty Bells , NAF Atsugi, Japan, in November 1993 as Executive Officer and assumed command in January 1995. As part of Carrier Air Wing FIVE, he completed two extended deployments with USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) to the Arabian Gulf and Western Pacific. He entered the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program in October 1996 and he reported to USS CARL VINSON in April 1998. His military awards include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, and various unit awards and citations. Commander Wren is married to the former Diane Elizabeth Ford of Stonehaven, Scotland. The Wrens have two children, Jennifer and Andrew, and reside in Silverdale, Washington. 49 aster Chief Lawrence E. Cummings was born at Fort Bliss, Texas and raised in El Paso, Texas. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in November 1968 and trained as a submarine sonar technician at the Anti-Submarine Warfare Center, San Diego, CA and attended Submarine school at the Submarine Base, New London, CT Master Chief Cummings served aboard USS TECUMSEH (SSBN 628) Blue Crew and USS VON STEUBEN (SSBN 632) Gold Crew, qualifying for his Submarine Dolphins and completing six SSBN deterrent patrols. In May 1974, as a Second Class Petty Officer, Master Chief Cummings accepted an Honorable Discharge in order to attend college in El Paso, Texas. Master Chief Cummings returned to the U.S. Navy, cross rating to a Second Class Aviation Anti-Submarine Warfare Technician, in February 1977 and was assigned as a TAR to VP94, at NAS New Orleans. In April 1979, he augmented to the regular Navy as an In-flight Technician with VP 1 on the P3B patrol aircraft, completing two WESTPAC deployments to NAS Cubi Point, RR In April 1982, he was assigned to Pacific Missile Test Center, NAS Point Mugu, CA as the Special Projects CPO in support of the development testing of the Trident, Peacekeeper, Tomahawk, and Harpoon missile systems and in photographic support of the Space Shuttle program. In September of 1982, Master Chief Cummings was initiated as a Chief Petty Officer. Master Chief Cummings then reported to VP6 as AV ARM Division LCPO in 1985 and then VP22 as the Operations Department LCPO in 1988. During this period he completed four WESTPAC deployments to NAS Cubi Point, RP; NAF Diego Garcia, BIOT; NAF Misawa, Japan; and NAF Adak, Alaska. In 1990, he was selected for Master Chief Petty Officer and was assigned to HSL-37 as the Maintenance Material Control Master Chief and in 1991 transferred to VS-38 as the Command Master Chief, where he completed two WESTPAC and Arabian Gulf deployments on USS RANGER (CV 61). In March 1993 he became the Command Master Chief of VX-4 Air Test and Evaluation Squadron and the following year became the Command Master Chief of the Naval Air Warfare Station, Point Mugu, CA. He reported to Carrier Air Wing NINE in October 1995 as the Command Master Chief and completed a WESTPAC and Arabian Gulf deployment onboard USS NIMITZ (CVN 68) before reporting ab oard USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70) in January 1997, where he now serves as Command Master Chief. Master Chief Cummings received a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from the University of La Verne, Magna Cum Laude in 1994 and graduated from the U.S. Navy Senior Enlisted Academy in 1996. He wears the Meritorious Service Medal with gold star, the Navy Commendation Medal with gold star, the Navy Achievement Medal and various service awards as well as Submarine Dolphins, Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist wings, Enlisted Aircrew wings and the SSBN Deterrent Patrol pin with a gold and silver star. He is married to the former Sharon Jean Sanderford. They have three sons, John, Abraham, and Nathan, and a daughter, Candice. - I T n t - 4 - ' ., V X X M FR 149 154 ;.-.-;f«i : :, H ■2 l k mr .. ' The Administration Department consists of six divisions: Print Shop, Ships Admin, Personnel, Educational Service Office, Public Affairs, and the Career Information Programs Office. Like no other department, this small group is essential to the ships mission and has a significant and profound impact on each Sailor every day. From making sure that our pay and personnel records are accurate to releasing news to the world, the Administrative Department is the backbone of administration and personnel management functions throughout the ship. « i d 5 pB I kI W 1 LCDR Jason Patterson | Administrative Officer k -if m LTJGR.J.Tulabut YNC(SW)T.A.Stalcup YN2 M. W. Odom YN3 S. D. Duxbury YN3 D. R. Edwards YNSA M. D. Rivera YNSNG.D.Silva -ar vnuirawiiiiniM ' The Personnel Office provides pay and personnel support services for the crew while maintaining 2,800 Service Records. In the course of a year, Personnel will issue 900 Military Identification Cards, enroll 300 new dependents in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System, document 40,000 Personnel Qualification Standards and completion of Navy Schools in Service Records, and submit over 50,000 documents to the Disbursing Office to begin or conclude a variety of pay entitlements. The office also executes the Permanent Change of Station transfer or discharge of 1,000 crewmembers per year and the processing of records for 1,000 newly reporting shipmates. U ' $ A. % @ % % % ' So % PNCS(SW AW) R. E. Ayala PNC(SW) S. A. Robinson PNI(SW) J.H.Arnold PNl(SW) R.A.Jones PN1 K. M. Walden PN2(SW) M. D. Allen PN2(SW) E. P Berg PN2(SW) J. O. Jaravata Jr. PN2(AW) B. T. Meskell ¥ PN2(SW) R.Sanchez PN2(SW)M. DSchrc The Educational Services Office (ESO) provides advancement and off-duty education services for the ships company and Air Wing personnel. During WESTPAC 98 99, the ESO coordinated the administration of over 2800 Navy-wide advancement examinations. The ESO coordinates and executes undergraduate Instructor-Based Programs for Afloat Education (PACE) courses; over 1 75 students participated in PACE computer-based studies. The ESO coordinates the execution of a Masters in Public Administration (MPA) graduate degree program through Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville, Georgia (home of the ships namesake, the late Senator Carl Vinson). This WESTPAC, 20 Sailors on board completed two MPA terms via video teleconferencing with an instructor on campus at the university. PN1(SW AW)C. E. PN3(SW)C.AshfordJr. PN3 C. A. Chacara 59 A The Public Affairs Division is responsible for broadcasting, print, and public affairs. They produce The EagleJ the ships daily newspaper, at sea. They also produce the Eagles Nest; a monthly familygram, keeping loved ones in touch with the activities from the ship. The Journalists operate the ships round-the-clock television and radio entertainment systems. Public Affairs also coordinates the distinguished visitor and media embarkation programs, hosting over 8-10 thousand visitors per year. Finally, the Division manages the Fleet Hometown News Program and the ships World Wide Web site, develops brochures, port guides, and videos for internal and external news releases. iis uni J9k ' . . A w v © 7 LT D. H. Waterman JOCS D. M. Butts JOl P. Russo y J02 E. D. Schneider J03 S. A. Dahl J03 B. D. Hess J03J.R.Stilipec 60 Ihe Command Career Information Programs Office works hard to ensure each Sailor aspires to their full potential in a robust Navy career. Assisted by an exceptionally effective Career Information Team, the Career Counselors manage a myriad of Navy programs designed for professional development, retention and upward mobility. From retention counseling to transition assistance, the Career Counselors focus on and provide for the needs of the individual. They are dedicated to excellence and committed to the welfare of the crew and their families. NCC(SW) M. A. Williams NCl(SW)PL.Morlan  — - ! $ A Aircraft intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD) again set a benchmark standards of excellence throughout the deployment cycle. From shifting our homeport to Bremerton to leading and supervising many of the specialized Planned Incremental Availability teams, AIMD led the charge. A number of facility upgrades occurred during our yard period including the installation of nine AN USM 636 CASS avionics test stations, one additional USM 446 radar test station and the removal of several test benches no longer required on board. Additionally, IM-4 Division set up a detachment at the Naval Station Everett to overhaul and repaint every single item of support equipment, a hugely successful effort. With the yard period complete, AIMD technicians fired up the test equipment and began the long, tedious process of bringing the department back to life. The arrival of SEAOPDET personnel, starting as early as November 1997, provided a needed boost in manning and talent to enable hundreds of items of support equipment to be calibrated and verified during a short ten day Carrier Qualification period. Engines and APUs were tested, supply assets were inducted for test-check, and a complete inventory of all AIMD test equipment was conducted. Toward the end of the sea period, we all felt the team come together- we knew we would succeed. As the first carrier to go through TSTA II III, COMTUEX and ITA during the same sea period, little time was available to develop expertise. Fortunately, the time allotted exceeded the time required for this elite team of professionals, to once again prove the value of intermediate maintenance as the cornerstone of deployed aviation logistic support. During RIMPAC 98, Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN was able to project its striking force against targets on land, in the air, and at sea due to the powerful engines, superior airframes, and absolutely eye watering weapon systems provided courtesy of AIMD. -if W ' 1 I Ml Division consists of staff support personnel from ten rates who directly support three AIMD production divisions. Production Control directs the aviation maintenance production effort in support of Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN and coordinates the Battle Force Intermediate Maintenance Activity (BFIMA) effort in support of the Carl Vinson Battle Group. Maintenance Admin coordinates the personnel, training, and administrative efforts in support of 430 personnel. Quality Assurance provides oversight for the safety of all personnel and equipment. Material Control and Aeronautical Material Screening Units provide parts supply support, inventory control, and induct equipment into the repair cycle. Individual Material Readiness List and Tailored Outfitting List provide management for test equipment hardware and software. 3M DC coordinate ships maintenance for support of 288 compartments, including Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN maintenance spaces. AOCS(AW SW) M. M. Scott ASC(AW) N. L. Evans AKC(AW) A. C. Gervacio AZC(AW)S. D. Haats IM-2 General Maintenance Division is responsible for aircraft engine, structure, hydraulic, and aircrew life support systems maintenance. The division is assigned over 70 personnel from four maintenance specialties. The ADs in the Jet Engine Branch receive discrepant engines, effect repairs, and run the engines on the fantail to ensure optimum performance before returning them to service. The jet mechanics are also responsible for performing aircraft and shipboard oil and fluid analysis utilizing state of the art laboratory equipment. The AMSs staff two branches, Structures and Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI). The Structures Branch repairs airframe components and flight surfaces, performs aircraft tire and wheel build up, provides welding services, and is capable of composite material repair and fabrication employing the latest light weight material technology. The NDI Branch uses various inspection techniques, including X-ray radiation, to inspect aviation components for failure without inducing damage to the component or further degrading its usefulness. The AMHs can be found working in the Hydraulic Branch repairing aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic actuators and landing gear struts. Their expertise also allows them to rebuild brakes and fabricate nearly every type of hydraulic line found on a ship or aircraft. The PRs man the Aviation Life Support Systems Branch and are responsible for the maintenance and inspection of emergency life support equipment. They ensure parachutes are packed properly, floatation devices inflate, and oxygen is pure and flows on demand. PR1(AW SW)D.L. Dover AMH1 J. E Fitzgerald AD1(AW)F. H.Graham AD1 R. W. Kubanik AD1 W. D. Moore AMSl(AW)K.N.Myi ¥- 70 AMS3 B. R. Shiltz AMH3J.J. Tipton AD3 M. P Vesner HH m m AD3 C. D. Weese AD3S.R Young AMSAA D. R. Caple AMSAN T. V Dconnor ADAN C. M. Dominguez A A J. E. Douglas PRAN D. J. Kgueroa AMSAA R. R Foster PRAN J. T. Hann AMHAN A. C. Lee ADAN C. R. Ludwikowski 1 Xfc «■Y 1 AMSAN B. R. Ostermiller AZAN M. S. Pederson ADAN I. P Pizoulx ADAR D.T. Tate AN G. D. Thompson AMSAN R. Tijerina PRAN C. L. Weatherwax AMSAN M. A. Wood « The Avionics Armament Division is the largest of 76 assigned divisions aboard USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70). The IM3 mission is to provide intermediate maintenance support for over 75 Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN aircraft and nearly 500 diagnostic test assets. It is comprised of over 200 ships company and SEAOPDET personnel from NAS Oceana, Virginia; NAS Lemore, California; NAS Whidbey Island, Washington; and NAS North Island, California. Division expertise is drawn from eight aviation, engineering, and technical source ratings which include Aviation Electronics Technicians (AT), Aviation Electricians Mates (AE), Aviation Ordnanceman (AO), Aviation Boatswains Mates (ABE ABF), Aviation Maintenance Administrationman (AZ), Electronics Technicians (ET), and Machinists Mates (MM). These exceptionally diverse and skilled technicians utilize state of the art test equipment, computer automation, and proven fault isolation procedures to test, repair, and calibrate thousands of avionics components and subassemblies. The dedication, resourcefulness, and diversity of IM3 Division has significantly contributed to the successful mission of the CARL VINSON - Carrier Air wing ELEVEN team and is a proud member of the Gold Eagle. AEl D.L. Anderson AT1(AW)T.F. Babb MM1 A. P Chastain ATC(AW) T. J. Koviak ATC(AW) R. M. Leamons ET2 R. M. Cheslock AT2 H. E. Davis « 74 AT3 J. D. Bennett AT3D. R.Lee Jr. AE3 D. N. Martinez AT3 M. Matos AT3J.T.McElroy AE3PK.McNeilly « -V m In U N o Air Support without Ground Support is the motto of IM4 | Division. IM4 is relied upon by Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN and Carl Vinson Battle Group maintenance personnel to provide over 400 pieces of critical support equipment used in the launch, recovery, and maintenance of 72 combat ready aircraft and seven helicopters within the Battle Group and Air Wing. We provide intermediate-level maintenance (scheduled and unscheduled) and training on 38 different kinds of common support equipment. Our goal: no sortie will be lost due to lack of support equipment availability. In IM4 Division you will find 44 hard working and experienced personnel, responsive to the requirements of the supported commands. IM4 remains an integral part of the Carl Vinson Battle Group. AS1(AW)R. R.Santos AS1 C. A. Scott AS2 E. G. Aman %- AS2(AW)S.W. Byrd sss i _ JUV i x.. ffl , -f r-iim-i r l.i,. !! V Q H iWftfff ' A, -: ' J S fe ' A r -- r The Air Department is the largest department on CARL VINSON, staffed by over 550 highly trained professionals. Our mission is to launch, recover, move, and fuel Navy and Marine Corps fixed and rotary wing aircraft in support of the Battle Group and troops ashore. Air Department duties are distributed throughout five divisions. The yellow, blue, and red shirts of V-l Division are the movers, chockers, chainers, and crash rescue team on the 1 100-foot long flight deck. Yellow and [ blue shirts position each aircraft before and after each launch and ensure every aircraft is handled safely on the flight deck. The red shirts are the crash crew ready to spring into action whenever there is an aircraft emergency. The green shirts of V-2 Division are the Aircraft Launch and Recovery I equipment operators. The Green Team operates and maintains four CI 3 MOD ! 1 steam catapults, five MK 7 MOD arresting gear engines, a flight deck television system and the MK 6 MOD 3 Fresnel Lens optical glide slope system. The Bow Cat, Waist Cat, Arresting Gear and Visual Landing Aid teams work as a single unit to safely launch and recover aircraft at one minute intervals anytime, day or night. The yellow and blue shirts of V-3 Division move aircraft from the flight deck to the hangar deck and position aircraft in three hangar bays allowing maximum utilization of space for aircraft maintenance and support of logistic operations. The purple shirts of V-4 Division on-load, purify and distribute every one of the 3.2 million gallons of JP5 jet fuel carried on board. The JP5 is then pumped to the flight deck and hangar bay to refuel aircraft and support equipment. The white shirts of V-5 Division are responsible for administrative issues in the Air Department and monitor and record flight operations from the Gold Eagle Tower. CARL VINSONs mission is to project air power from the sea anywhere in the world. The professional men and women of Air Department are ready twenty-four hours a day to carry out our mission on Americas Favorite Aircraft Carrier. I CDR Steven D. Gnassi Air Boss 8 5 Aviation Boatswains Mates are the rare breed that thrive in the unforgiving realm of flight deck evolutions. The division is comprised of seven workcenters, each playing a vital role in the safe and expeditious launch and recovery of 74 embarked aircraft. Fly ONE, TWO and THREE Shirts synchronize their talents to choreograph the most exciting exhibition on earth, The Flight Deck Show? Crash and Salvage are the ready response team specializing in saving lives, extinguishing fires, and limiting damage to aircraft. Tractors are responsible for the safe operation of tow tractors, air-starting units, and mobile electrical power units used to start and tow aircraft. The EOs operate the elevators that move aircraft and equipment between the flight and hangar deck. Last but not least, DC, Training and Supply are the backbone of the division ensuring divisional maintenance and administrative requirements are accurate and complete. ABs are the heart and soul of high tempo flight operations. Their enthusiasm and dedication to the task at hand are key ingredients to successfully meeting multiple challenges. Without the efforts of these individuals, the ability of CARL VINSON and Air Wing ELEVEN team to carry out its mission would be impossible. These dedicated flight deck personnel represent the best of Naval Aviation on the entire West Coast. ABHl C. W. Gantz ABH1 C. L. Kennedy ABHl G. G. Otto %, Mff JWW Kr ' ? AN J. A. Lajeno AA C. T. Lastique ARJ. M. Lovrin hT AR M. R. Zingler V-2 Division is comprised of five ratings molded into one team to launch, recover, record, and guide each aircraft landing or taking off from our four-and-a-half acre flight deck. Aviation Boatswains Mates (Launching and Recovery Equipment)- ABE - provide the punch, maintaining high-pressure steam and hydraulic systems for the four catapults, five arresting gear engines, and the barricade engine. Electricians Mates (EM) maintain the electrical circuitry to monitor and operate the monstrous machinery. Interior Communications Electricians (IC) film every detail of the flight deck and guide the planes into the wires with the Fresnel Lens System or the meatball . Yeomen (YN) and administration personnel keep the information flowing and the technical documents up to date. Assigned with operating and maintaining all launch and recovery equipment, the Green Team valiantly attacks the challenge with pride, professionalism and a devotion to duty second to none in the Navy today. Whether working 20 hours each day, or days on end without sleep, V-2 Division guarantees the aircraft will be launched and recovered on time to carry out our mission of projecting power anywhere in the world. ICC H. R. Marks ABECM. A. Schmidga ABEC(AW) M. S. Wright %- ABEC(AW) H. M. Greene ABEC(AW) K. S. Hargrove ABEC(AW) D. L. Harrell EMI R. A. Bergstrom For the 90 men and women that work the Hangar Deck, there comes a lot of pride knowing you own the largest space on the CARL VINSON. As many as 32 aircraft can be spotted on the two-plus acres of deck space, along with tons of supplies, hazardous material and aircraft parts. The three bays are also home to over 250 pieces of Support Equipment (SE) such as tractors, dollies, LOX carts, power units, skids, racks, tanks, and hand trucks. Twenty-nine doors and hatches allow access to any part of the ship making it the main artery of CARL VINSON. The majority of aircraft and equipment maintenance in support of flight operations is accomplished in the three-story hangar, out of the weather and under the amber lights. Once the aircraft and SE are repaired, they can be transported back up to the flight deck via one of four 130,000 lb. capacity deck edge elevators. To move all these aircraft and equipment, the bays are manned with highly qualified, expert move crews. The tight quarters and danger of the job present a challenge to these ABs that they willingly accept and impressively execute. ABH2 J. S. Morrison ABH2 J. E.Packard ABH2 S. D. Peterson 102 ABH3(AW) C.K.Wright 103 , [N A. L. Tonev AN M. F Velasquez AA K. A. Waits AA J. E. Wasson AN J. L. Winkle m 105 4T The V-4 Division consists of 118 Aviation Boatswains Mates - Fuels (ABF) who specialize in receivi ng, purifying, testing, and delivering aviation fuel. Referred to as Grapes because of the purple colored jerseys they wear, these professionals provide around the clock service pumping of JP5 aviation fuel to air wing aircraft, ground support equipment, and the ships boats. Over three million gallons of fuel are stored in 1 86 tanks and pumped through the two pump rooms before being piped to any one of 19 refueling stations. The Fighting Grapes also handle, store, and issue lube oil for the flight deck aircraft catapults. During the deployment they handled more than 18 million gallons of JP5 fuel and 1 3 thousand gallons of lube oil proving their motto, From SOCAL, to the Gulf, to any other sea, the ' Fighting Grapes ' of CARL VINSON are the worlds best ABV T.D.Huffman ABFCS(AW SW)M. VMagpanlay ABFC R. C. Laford ABFl(AW) J. K. Maguigad ABFl(AW) R. R Reynolds 106 ■i HHV I V-5 Division manages the administrative needs of all the Air Divisions and runs the CARL VINSON Tower, also known as Primary Flight Control. The Air Department Office is home to V-5s Yeomen, Leading Master Chief Petty Officer, and the Division Officer. This team receives, processes, tracks, and routes all correspondence relating to Air Department, keeping information flowing smoothly, correctly, and on time. V-5 is also the in-port office for the Air Boss and Mini Boss. The Gold Eagle Tower is staffed 24 hours a day while at sea by a handpicked team. These Sailors track and record aircraft launch and recovery information, operate flight deck lighting and radio systems, and monitor the status of launch and recovery equipment. The tower, or Pri-Fly , is home to the Air Boss and Mini Boss during all fixed-wing and rotary-wing operations. Located seventeen decks above the keel, it is physically the highest office on the ship. AN D. D. Dabney YNSND.C.Gillaspie YNSA K. A. Gilliam %- 113 40 I A The Chaplain Department provides for the spiritual, religious, moral, and personal well being of every crew member on board CARL VINSON, including ships company and embarked personnel. Three Chaplains and five Religious Program Specialists (RP) facilitate the weekly worship services programs, provide daily Red Cross and Navy Marine Corps Relief Society support, and support the Library Media Resource Center. With the help of Helicopter Squadron 6, ' Holy Helo operations extended ministry support throughout the Carl Vinson Battle Group. As the primary coordinator for Pre-Deployment Preparation events, the Chaplain Department hosted several events, assisting more than 3,000 crewmembers and their families in the planning and preparation for our upcoming deployment. A 100-page Family Deployment Guide provided an invaluable resource for loved ones at home. While on deployment, the Chaplain Department served as the primary liaison between the crewmember and the Ombudsmen, serving the needs of the CARL VINSON family. During WESTPAC 98-99, major holidays were celebrated with worship services, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. The ships chaplains offered group prayer three times daily and Roman Catholic Mass was offered nine times per week. Community Relations Projects were held during port visits throughout the cruise. Project Handclasp materials were distributed, and the First Class Petty Officers, Chief Petty Officers, and Mustang Associations assisted in coordinating volunteers. CDR Peter W. McGeory Chaplain RPSN M. J. Cleavland RPSRJ. A. Lofton I tf$£0? : ? ; : : , - ; W ,::, «! jr Combat Systems Department (CSD) is responsible for the communication and warfare systems installed aboard CARL VINSON. Their mission includes the operation of combat systems, the processing and protection of all warfare information, and the maintenance and repair of all these systems. Some of the systems that fall under the cognizance of CSD are surface search and air surveillance RADAR, navigation equipment, the ships TV system, reproduction equipment, micro-miniature circuit board repair, ships self-defense systems, Local Area Networks (LANs), Electronic mail (Email), World Wide Web (WWW) access, all external data voice digital-analog radio communications systems, naval messaging systems, intelligence and information warfare collection systems, and the cellular and satellite telephone systems. The Sailors who serve in this department are Data Systems Technicians (DS), Electronics Technicians (ET), Fire Controlmen (FC), Interior Communications Electricians (IC), Radiomen (RM), and Yeomen (YN). The Officers who serve in this Department are technical experts in telecommunications systems and management, electronics maintenance, and weapons systems. Jif RMC(SW) N. Trotter I RMC(SW) W.S.Walker RMlJ.J.Foster RM1 R. E. Rakentine RM1 E. Reeves RM1 W. A. Waldo RM1 M. A. Warmoth RM2J. W. Beasley RM2 R. V. Felicano RM2 L.R. Foster RM2 D. M. Kaufman RM2 D. F. Martin 121 RM3 D. J. Lytle P A RMSA M. S. Hodgson 124 Combat Systems Resources Division (CS3) operates and maintains the computer servers that enable the crew to communicate to home, sending and receiving over 4 million Internet Emails during the WESTPAC deployment. Add that to the 25 million Emails sent and received by over 5,000 users on over 1,000 work stations within the skin of the ship, and you can see that CARL VINSON has the largest afloat network in the world. Maintaining this network is a group of 30 Data Systems Technicians (DS), Radiomen (RM), and Electronic Technicians (ET). CS3 personnel operate, maintain, upgrade, and repair a wide variety of computers. With nearly every space on board containing some type of computer used for a variety of functions, CS3s breadth of knowledge is put to use on a daily basis. The administrators of five UNIX and seven Windows NT Servers are kept busy conducting daily saves, completing integrity checks, and performing software and hardware upgrades. CS3 ' s Microcomputer Assistance Support Team (MAST) completed over 3,500 software and hardware trouble calls during this deployment. CS3 also runs financial jobs for Supply Department, maintenance jobs for Engineering and Aviation Maintenance jobs for AIMD. CS3s Computer Store personnel upgraded and repaired over 300 computers, saving the ship thousands of dollars. RM3 C. M. Hartman DS3 S. M. Hurley RM3 C. G. Jewell u Data Division (CS5) is in charge of the maintenance and repair of several key electronic information systems throughout COMBAT and INTEL, including JOTS JMCIS, the ships secret LAN system for classified message traffic; ASW, which monitors and coordinates all Anti-Submarine Warfare activities within the battle group; and ACDS, which is the main tactical computer system used in COMBAT to track and coordinate all air, surface and subsurface contacts surrounding the CARL VINSON. CS5 Division is also responsible for the maintenance and repair of all of the various types of photocopiers on board. All damaged electronic components from any and all electronic systems in the Battle Group must pass through the 2M Micro- miniature Repair Shop which conducts the troubleshooting and repair for all electronic gear. ' ■i - 127,4 Electronics Technicians (ET), Fire Controlmen (FC), and Interior Communications Electricians (IC) represent RADAR Division (CS6). Together, they make up the team responsible for the proper functioning of many of CARL VINSONs most important electronic systems. Among these systems are the Carrier Air Traffic Control RADARs, Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) Systems, Air and Surface Search RADARs, Aircraft and Ships Navigation Systems (Ships Inertial Navigation System, Global Positioning System, TACAN, and Depth Sounding equipment), and the ships many closed circuit television systems such as the Ships Information Training and Entertainment (SITE), Satellite Television, and the Automated Teller Machine monitoring television systems. ET2 L. D. Barnes ET2 E. Q. Calaunan IC2(AW) R. Perez 130 Missiles Division (CS7) is responsible for the maintenance and operation of the Gold Eagles Point Defense Weapons Systems, including four PHALANX Close-in-Weapons Systems (CIWS), three dual NATO Seasparrow Surface Missile Systems (NSSMS) and the MK-23 Target Acquisition System (TAS). These weapon systems are designed for Anti-Ship Missile Defense (ASMD) to counter air-launched and surface-launched anti-ship missile threats. NSSMS also has an offensive capability against surface targets. The Fire Controlman (FC) rating in todays Navy learns to operate, maintain and repair complex radar, electronic and electromechanical equipment. This includes computers, search radar, fire control radar, control consoles, guns, launchers, missiles and all associated test equipment. FC2 S. B. Moore FC2 D. B. Ravlin FC2 Y.D.Robins 132 FC2J.M.Welton 133 Jt LT K.E. Swigart ETC W. G. Johnson ETl(SW) R.W.Branch ET2 K. S. Burnett ET2 M. J. Cigala 134 ETl P. J. Perdue ETl(SW)J.R.Reed ET2(SW)J.R.Grim ET2J.E.Pavlovick — 1.1; . a. :Al )i ' ii ' : . «s. AMY i 735. . -.. ' ,£ ' v ,-. I I | H[ I 4 JTO WW aSSW 5r, ; •- B On board the CARL VINSON, theres a group of men and women who uphold the highest traditions and heritage of the United States naval service. Their mot to is the vital link and their symbol is a pair of crossed anchors. They are the Boatswains Mates (BMs), the oldest rate in the U. S. Navy. This force is 120 strong and is known as Deck Department. They perform all the seamanship functions and evolutions. Led by the First Lieutenant, they direct all mooring, docking, anchoring, fueling, towing, and transferring of personnel and cargo at sea. All of this is made possible by the expert knowledge of the Ships Boatswain who oversees the operation and maintenance of deck machinery, arranges for cargo handling, assigns boats and boat crews, and maintains the readiness of the boats and survival equipment. He works closely with the four divisions that comprise Deck Department. Deck Department is a very proud group of Sailors whose dedication and commitment to the naval service is indispensable. We serve our people, we protect our country, and we sail our proud vessel from sea to shining sea. 4  , WM LCDR Steven Metz 1st Lieutenant First Division owns and operates the forward and port spaces. They are also responsible for the ships boats: the Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) used primarily for search and rescue operations, the Captains Gig, and the Admirals Barge. All the way forward is the pride and joy of the men and women of First Division, the Forecastle (pronounced Focsle). Named for the tower built on Roman galleons which resembled a small castle on the forward part of the ship, the Focsle houses two Navy stockless anchors, weighing in at 30 tons each. BM3 R .N. Waldemarson SN A. D. Amos SRJ. C. Brown 138 L U WT Second Division is responsible for all the underway replenishment stations, eight of the twelve mooring stations, and the fantail (the aft section of the ship which also holds the stern dock where the small liberty boats dock during anchorage). The skilled personnel of Second Division maintain the Fueling at Sea (FAS) and Replenishment at Sea (RAS) stations used for the transfer of fuel and cargo at sea while connected to another ship. Thanks to Second Division, over 50 million gallons of fuel and an average of 2; 000 pallets of provisions are brought on board the CARL VINSON per year. MM SW)WT. Dudley i — iAR. R. Azua BM2 D. M. Messer r L LT J. T. Cahffl Jffc •«• ' 1 BM2 K. N. Payne BM3 J. G. Perez BMC(SW) J. A. Othoudt BMl(SW) R. M. Herman SN B. E. Bell SA B. R Braley SN B. R. Brown SR R. K Brown SA R. Castillo - SA T. J. Wright - i 1 ' ' ' 1 A . 1 ft BMCM(SW) R. Q. Santos BM1 T. F. Odonnell BM1 J. W. Upmann BM2 D.J. Miller BM3 G. V. Karlin BM3 R. R. Rivera SN K. L. Reynolds 146 The CARL VINSON SAR (Search and Rescue) team is made up of numerous personnel in a variety of ratings. The entire program is overseen by Deck Departments Second Division. The major part of the entire SAR team is the boat crew. The boat crew is made up of five specially trained personnel for each boat. The Boat Officer is the person in charge of the boat crew while in the water. The Boat Officer is trained in CPR and weapons-qualified on the 9mm pistol. Any officer with the proper qualifications can fill this position. The next person is the Coxswain- the boat operator. The Coxswain is trained in all aspects of the boat operations, from hoisting and lowering of the boat, to approaching an injured survivor. A qualified Boatswains Mate fills this position. The Rescue Swimmer is required to attend a four week Surface Rescue Swimmer School in San Diego, CA. The Swimmer is trained in first aid, CPR, and in multiple areas of rescue from man-overboard to downed aircraft. Any qualified Rescue Swimmer can fill this position. The Boat Engineer is usually a member of Engineering Department. The Boat Engineer must meet specific qualifications and posses an extensive working knowledge of diesel engines and hydraulic systems. The Signalman is in charge of visual communications between the RHIB and the ship. There are many different communication devices available for different situations, which require the Signalman to be a graduate of Signalman A school. In short, Rescue Boat operations require many personnel of various backgrounds to make the team work. The ones assigned to our crews are just a few of the people that make the CARL VINSON Rescue Boat team the best in the Navy! A ar m w JF The Dental Department aboard CARL VINSON is headed by the Senior Dental Officer, an Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgeon. Within the department, there are four Dentists, one Dental Chief, and 14 Dental Technicians (DT). They provide a full spectrum of dental and surgical services to the ships crew and Air Wing. The challenge and responsibility of running a Dental Department afloat is a job both fulfilling and rewarding. In the United States Navy, it is critical that Sailors meet operational readiness standards at all times. Achieving and maintaining the ships crew and air wing at this level is paramount to mission accomplishment. The Dental Department has helped maintain an operational readiness among its Sailors at well above 90 percent. This translates to more working hours by our Sailors, which in turn equates to tasks being completed on time and as planned. The result is a stronger, more efficient ship, and an even better United States Navy. ■. • - — •-. — H« CDR Michael Ireland Dental Officer 151 Jj , 4f The entire staff stands ready at any time to help fellow shipmates, providing both emergency and routine dental treatment. This dedicated team of professionals is well prepared to maintain the health and comfort of our shipmates. The quality and quantity of knowledge, education, and clinical skills among department members is second to none. In addition to the Doctors, the enlisted side of the Dental Department is comprised of the Dental Technician rating (DTs), who contribute significantly to the efficient delivery of health care services. With the assistance of the enlisted staff, the treatment rendered is given with professionalism, expertise, and compassion. Whether at sea in the oceans of the world, or in our homeport in Bremerton, WA, the mission of insuring operational readiness of the Sailors aboard CARL VINSON is our commitment. The purpose of the Dental Department is to express the vision and foresight of the United States Navy Dental Corps. We are dedicated to meet the operational assignments to which we have been tasked. This is possible through teamwork and pride in each other and ourselves. As a whole, we are proud and honored to be serving our country, helping to fulfill the mission of the United States Navy. DT2(SW)J. A. DelaCruz DT3 M. J. Chapman DT3 Y. D. Franklin-Presley «- -J 153 s o f f k , ■ni t , 4ii y m ov sP X 1 VMPW fc . ' WA s — ' ' . — i . J ffj ,6 y r Engineering Department is headed by the Chief Engineer and is organized into the Auxiliaries, Electrical, Damage Control, and Administrative divisions, plus a maintenance group that includes Repair Division, the 3-M Office, Maintenance Support Center, Quality Assurance, and an Intermediate Maintenance Activity (IMA) coordinator. Engineering Department personnel provide a variety of services to everyone aboard including hotel steam, fresh water, liquid nitrogen and oxygen, electric motor repair, sheet metal fabrication, lighting, electric tool issue, air-conditioning, engraving, carpentry, welding, locksmithing, plumbing repair, firefighting, electrical and internal communication systems, and technical and maintenance support. The men and women of Engineering hold a wide variety of ratings, mostly Machinists Mates (MM), Enginemen (EN), Hull Technicians (HT), Electricians Mates (EM), Machinery Repairmen (MR), Damage Controlmen (DC), and Interior Communications Electricians (IC). With the addition of Electronics Technicians (ET), Storekeepers (SK), Aviation Boatswains Mates (ABH), Aviation Ordnancemen (AO), and Yeomen (YN) for technical and administrative support, members of Engineering Department pull together for a common goal — uninterrupted quality service to the ship. CARL VINSON displays four consecutive red Engineering E awards, indicative of personnel with honor, courage, and integrity. ' CDR William D. Doner Chief Engineer 155 . The Department Leading Chief Petty Officer, Department Career Counselor, Administrative Assistant, and Yeomen make up Engineering Administration. The Department Leading Chief Petty Officer is the senior enlisted advisor to the Chief Engineer in matters of morale, welfare, retention, equal opportunity, performance counseling, and striker selection. The Department Administrative Assistant, with the help of two Yeomen, ensures essential administrative work such as instructions, notices, evaluations, awards and reports are completed professionally. Working with the Command Retention Team, the Department Career Counselor coordinates sponsors for new personnel, tracks personnel gains and losses, and ensures the career goals of department personnel are met. MMCM(SW)C.A.Norby ICl(SW)D.K.Kiefer YN3 J. James YN3 M. V Raz 156 «-■ ,, w w LLrauu Auxiliary Divisions mechanical masters are talented and dedicated Machinists Mates and Enginemen who operate, maintain, and repair vital auxiliary equipment needed to perform the Gold Eagles mission. There are few shipboard evolutions that the Sailors and equipment of A-gang are not involved with, whether it is hot water for showers or super cold liquid oxygen for the Air Wing. A Division is organized into six work centers that operate and maintain a myriad of equipment. The Hydraulics Shop maintains aircraft elevators, safety stanchions, steering gear, anchor windlasses, the boat and aircraft crane, replenishment winches, and mooring capstans. The Steam Heat Shop provides hotel steam services throughout the ship and services the Ships Laundry equipment. The Outside Repair Shop maintains the small boats, vertical package conveyors, dumbwaiters, fire pumps, potable water distribution system, hangar bay doors, and the high and low pressure compressed air systems outside of the main engineering spaces. The Air-conditioning and Refrigeration (AC R) Shop is responsible for nine 363- ton York centrifugal air conditioning plants that produce chilled water used to air condition the ship, and five 1 0-ton York reciprocating refrigeration units used for the galleys freeze and chill boxes. The 02 N2 Shop operates the liquid oxygen and nitrogen producing plants, servicing outlets, and related equipment. Liquid oxygen provides life-sustaining oxygen to pilots and liquid nitrogen is used in many jet aircraft systems. The Catapult Shop maintains steam piping and valves from the main engineering plant to the steam aircraft catapults. A Division is where to go to see what it takes to keep a warship running 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. D.EPetUo MMC(SW) A. W. Anderson MMC(SW AW)L. G. Bledsoe M MC(SW) A. M. FUipinas MMC(SW) D. A. Hughes MMQSW AW) E. Jennings III MM1 K. E. Clipper MM1(SW)B. S. Fandialan MM1 R.C.Hill MMl(SW) K. H. Hoelstad MMl(SW) W. A. Kuehner Jr 157 A PL DC Division ' s firefighting and flooding control experts repair and maintain Damage Control (DC) equipment and firefighting systems throughout the ship. They provide the core of knowledge required to maintain damage control readiness at peak levels. The division is organized into four work centers. The Chemical Warfare Shop maintains all repair and unit lockers. The C02 Shop issues C02 bottles and maintains fixed firefighting systems. The Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) shop maintains the 20, 600- gallon AFFF high capacity stations that perpetually stand ready to extinguish flight deck, hangar bay or propulsion space fires. The Damage Control Petty Officer Shop provides repair parts; its people are experts in maintaining watertight doors and hatches. Additionally, DC Division provides gas-free engineer, void opening, and Fire Marshal services. Because of their vast knowledge and expertise of Damage Control, they make up the majority of the Gold Eagle Flying Squad, the firefighting team that instantly responds to shipboard fires and flooding. DC Division earned the Red DC award for proficiency in firefighting and is among the top Pacific Fleet carriers in damage control capability. LCDR K. D. Allen DCCMISW) M. W. McKee DCCfSW) M .£. Tinder DC1 E. C. Davis DC1 S. A. Gerding DCKSW) K. I. Ginter DC1 A. L. Lomax DC2 M. D. Arnold DC2 M.A.Enns DC2 T. D. Robbins DC3 R. P. Cassidy DC3 D. W. Deiters DC3 H. C. Harris DC3 }. L. Jones DC3 M. L. lordan .162 FA }. B. Kerns FA R. E. Keys 163 , ectnca I lectrical Division is the largest division in Engineering Department, home to Electricians Mates H and Interior Communications Electricians. i Imagine providing the communication and electrical systems needed to conduct the business and recreation activities of a small city. Add to this the alarms and indicating systems of a large factory and the control system that provides steering to one of the largest ocean-going vessels ever built. This is the relentless task of E Division. Maintaining equipment in nearly every compartment on board keeps the 30 IC electricians busy. The Aft IC Gyrocompass Shop operates and maintains the gyro, telephone, underwater log, wind indicating, steering, and main IC switchboard systems. IC Shop TWO maintains the numerous internal communication and sound-powered phone systems, alarms and indicating circuits, shaft tachometers, fuel consoles, and the list control indicating system. The 40 talented Electricians Mates maintain non-propulsion electrical systems including navigational lights, small boats, laundry and galley, general power, and lighting systems. The Motor Rewind Shop provides both extensive in-house and on-site underway support to the entire Battle Group, repairing and rewinding motors and transformers needed to restore services to vital equipment. The Aviation Ordnance, and Flight Deck Lighting Shops support the Air Wing by maintaining flight deck aircraft electrical servicing stations, fueling stations, aircraft elevators, and flight deck lighting. Additionally, they service the 400 HZ system that provides power to combat systems. The General Services and Tool Issue shops ensure all spaces have uninterrupted electrical power and safe equipment to conduct business in support of the CARL VINSON mission. Finally, the Battery Shop ensures that the Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIB), Captains g ig, and Admirals barge are ready to be deployed for either search and rescue missions or recreation. Additionally, the shop ensures all underway replenishment stations and conveyors are ready to receive supplies that keep the galley lines moving and weapons magazines full. EM2 M. R. Anselme EM2 S. M. Ballega EM2 A. M. Burt EM2 S. G. Canonizado 165 ep ftt Repair Division is manned with 46 professionals from the Hull Maintenance Technidan and Machinery Repairman ratings, distributed among seven work centers. Its personnel not only do repairs for CARL VINSON but other ships and aircraft in the Battle Group. Shipfitter Shop personnel make structural repairs, repair ventilation, weld foundations, install bulkheads, and just about anything else involving sheetmetal and welding. Pipe Shop personnel are high-pressure pipe welders and brazers who repair, manufacture, and install piping systems throughout the ship. The Machine Shop includes lathe and milling machine operators. A small sampling of their job includes the manufacturing of repair parts, surface grinding, machining rough parts, and internal valve repairs. The Carpenter Shop handles all woodworking jobs from podiums and picture boards to plaques. The Locksmith Shop repairs and installs all types of safes and locks. CARL VINSONs locksmiths travel throughout the Battle Group making repairs and providing training. The Engraving Shop manufactures plaques and signs with its two computerized engraving machines. The Collection, Holding, and Transfer shop performs maintenance and repairs to the ships plumbing systems. Whether its replacing a critical valve in the reactor plant or manufacturing nametags for newly reporting personnel, the highly motivated men and women of Repair Division tackle each job professionally and enthusiastically. HTC(SW) J. Bray HTQSW) L B. Chapel IHSW) MR2 D. R. Dickinson HTKSWl . A. Jones HT2ISW) A. Lopez MR2 C. A. Nichols HT2 U D. Philemonof 170 FN E. Gongora 171 j. 4 3-M Office personnel administer, inspect, and schedule preventive maintenance procedures for all CARL VINSON departments, and provide basic data and requirements for the accomplishment of scheduled maintenance as well as training and guidance to 167 work centers. They also organize and supervise the ships self-inspection program, planned maintenance system spot-checks, and monthly zone inspections, ensuring the Gold Eagle is always safe, clean, and fully operational. Additionally, the 3-M office screens and processes work requests submitted by ships personnel for completion by contractor and shipyard activities, ensuring a continuous high state of material readiness. The 3-M Offices motto is Always Flexible . 173 The Quality Assurance (QA) office plays a vital role in mission capability and personnel safety. Its members administer the ships QA program, which involves qualifying and training personnel, performing audits and surveillances, and tracking corrective actions and departures from specifications. QA is comprised of six senior personnel, all technical experts in the areas of nuclear and non-nuclear mechanical and electrical repair, welding and brazing, and non-destructive testing. Each individual supports the commands mission by ensuring ships personnel receive quality training, identifying areas in need of process improvement, and most importantly, by ensuring technical specifications are being met. Through this process each division is capable of training its personnel in corrective maintenance requirements, ensuring ship reliability and personnel safety. CARL VINSON is the only ship to ever receive a grade of excellent during a COMNAVAIRPAC quality assurance audit and is recognized as the Pacific Fleet standard. LCDR I .D. Jorgensen HTC(SW) M. A. Blair MMC(SW) A. Torres ' f—— 174 I -«i The Maintenance Support Center (MSC) is composed of a wide array of technical experts from different ratings and departments. Its personnel provide logistics support to the ship, allowing maintenance personnel to effectively plan, manage, and perform maintenance. MSC personnel work around the clock to provide all necessary elements of troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance for all shipboard and aircraft equipment. It is a central location for stock numbers, ships drawings, and technical manuals Maintenance management has been a driving force in supporting the ' standard of excellence established by the Gold Eagle, and is a vital link in maintaining the ship in a continuous high state of operational readiness. LT]G J. Kochis EMC(SW) G. E. Flickenger MRQSW) W. E. Swanson ' S SKI B.R.Suhain HTl R. M. Kern I I V 176 wuMMBsmmmaw 177 d WW ijHIHJLIH TP tffVMf n f 3 tab m. i r -J .178 J 179 Like any city, CARL VINSON has its own brand of law enforcement and justice. The Gold Eagle Legal Department — the Legal Office, Security Force, and The Gold Eagle Brig — combine efforts to perform the same job as district attorney city attorney, civilian police force, and county jail, but with the added responsibility of being combat ready. As Legal Department Head, LCDR Sutton ( The Judge ) oversees a department of 85 crewmembers dedicated to upholding justice and providing top-notch legal services on board CARL VINSON. MHO LCDR Michael Sutton Legal Officer 181 v Two Judge Advocate General (JAG) attorneys and five Legalmen (LN) man the Gold Eagle Legal Office. The office does more than write wills and Powers of Attorney, although these are extremely important services. There are many other aspects of law practice on board CARL VINSON. Legal assistance, legal rights advice, command legal advice, administrative separations, foreign and domestic claims, and military justice are among the major services provided. Justice is fair and impartial on board CARL VINSON and the spirit and letter of the Uniform Code of Military Justice are judiciously followed. The office is run by the Division Officer, LT McDonald, and the Legal Office Supervisor, LNC Owens. , „ - . .. :■1 12 t3 14 it ■' ' S 26 r H ' ' i I W ' LT E. J. McDonald LNC M. A. Owens- Worley LN1 M. D. Clark LN1(AW)CB. Fields LN2 F. F Heroff LN3(SW)J.J.Brown 182 MM2 W. L. Enterkin ABH2 K. E. Faulkner AW2(NAC) C. C. Kuntz • T. L. Langston Jr ABE2 P. R. Prince RM3 B. S. Johnson BM3 K. B. Lawson MS3 G. R. Moore AS3 P J. R Weber 183 The Security Force, made up of rated Masters-at-Arms and temporarily assigned personnel from other departments, handles the task of maintaining order and keeping peace on the ship twenty-four hours a day We have it all: beat cops , detectives , and even a S.W.A.T. team . The Security Force is run by the Security Officer - The Sheriff , CW02 Gardner; Assistant Security Officer, MACS Elkins; and the Chief Master At Arms (CMAA), MAC Phillips. The Sheriff wears an additional important broad-brimmed hat as the Carl Vinson Battle Group Force Protection Officer. Roving security teams are always 6n the beat or responding to emergencies around the ship. They are also at your service to provide escorts, cut your lock when you lose your keys, or just about anything else that needs to be done. Its not exactly Magnum, EL, but our investigators are always at work investigating a wide range of offenses. Never is a stone left unturned. They also provide assistance to the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) Special Agent, Mr. Ron Beltz, who expands our investigative capabilities even further. It is a little unsettling to see an armed maniac running at you in the passageway, but that maniac is probably a member of the Special Operations Response Team. You better make room for him or her because they just might be on their way to stop a terrorist threat. An embarked Marine Corps detachment used to handle this aspect of security, but it is now the responsibility of our versatile security force. MAI E. RAMOS MM1 T. E. Sawyer MAI G.R Taylor 184 MSI R. M. Cabiling A01(AW)B. E. Coffin EMIM.J.Finn N 1 Not unlike many large community hospitals, the Medical Department boasts the capability of a full service 67-bed hospital. But unlike a shore-based Military Treatment Facility, the Gold Eagle Medical Department is a combat capable, warrior orientated hospital, equipped with the same state of the art equipment found in many modern medical centers. With the focus on a unified, uncompromised, standard of care, a cadre of professionals dedicated to providing the best health care possible, staffs the Medical Department. Using the latest in fiberoptic, ultrasound, and tele-diagnostics, the Medical Departments mission is to provide the highest quality of medical services to not only the Sailors of CARL VINSON but also her entire Battle Group. The officer staff includes the Senior Medical Officer, General Surgeon, General Medical Officer, Air Wing Flight Surgeons, a Physicians Assistant, a Ships Nurse, a Nurse Anesthetist, and a Medical Administrative Officer Radiation Health Officer. Newly acquired billets now include the assistance provided by a Physical Therapist and a Psychologist- including their respective sub-specialty trained Corpsmen. With a newly remodeled Gold Eagle Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center on board, CARL VINSON leads the way in MWR partnered health Promotion and Wellness. The enlisted staff of Medical Department consists of two Independent Duty Corpsmen, one Pharmacy Technician, two Operating Room Technicians, two Laboratory Technicians, an Advanced X-ray Technologist, two Preventive Medicine Technicians, one Biomedical Equipment Technician, one Optician, one Medical Administrative Technician, two Physical Therapy Technicians, one Psychology Technician, two ships company and eight air wing Aerospace Medical Technicians, two Radiation Health Technicians, and a full complement of general duty Hospital Corpsmen. Five battle dressing stations strategically located throughout the ship augment the services of Main Medical. The range of services provided include all aspects of primary care and preventive medicine, surgery, consultations, physical examinations, psychiatric evaluations, physical therapy, eye refractions, optical fabrication, inpatient care, and, for the first time ever, Intensive Outpatient Therapy for alcohol dependence. Just as the Carl Vinson Battle Group projects might, vigilance, and resolve, so does the Gold Eagle Medical Department stand by, always ready to assist. 189 . 191 M -4 1 a flfe J 1 L- JH i IP ' - ' ' ' ; Wv l Wl ' i If U 3b WrBn 1 Km ' ■' ' ! 3 xm ' iis L r TZ rzzr, 1 Welcome to USS CARL VINSON Navigation Department. This is an integrated department of twenty two personnel, which combines two of the Navys oldest rates, Quartermasters and Signalman. r j i fSi fll • m CDR Kevin Ketchmark Navigator 195 . 4 IflUI The Signalmen are our visual communicators. They perform this task by using flashing light, semaphore (the use of flags or hands to send messages from ship to ship) and signal flags. Despite all the modern equipment used in the Navy today the Signalmen are still called upon to use these time honored and time tested methods as they provide the quickest and securest form of communication . LT C. T. Robert SMC(SW AW) S. C. Kircher SM1(SW)J.C Abbott YN2 A. T. Norris SM3 S. C. Castle SM3 W. M. Cook SM3 D. L. Lynch SM3).W.Myles SM3 R. L. Wells SM3 M. C. WUey SM3 G. C. Williamsd 196 The Quartermasters are responsible for the safe navigation of this vessel using such methods as the Global Positioning System (GPS), RADAR, and visual bearings, as well as using traditional methods of navigation like the stars and the sun. Quartermasters are also Master Helmsmen who drive this ship alongside replenishment ships for fuel and stores. QMSR D. A. Belavic QMSR R. K. Morrow QMSA M. M. Sims QMSA C. B. Zuniga 197 M 4 A   i i « ! If Operations Department is responsible for planning, coordinating, and employing air assets in support of Battle Group operations and for the defense of the ship. To better accomplish this tremendous task, I the department is divided into six Primary Assistant (PA) groups: Admin, Strike Ops, Air Ops, Combat, Intel, and Metro. These PAs coordinate closely with embarked staffs, other departments on the ship, and the other ships in the Battle Group. r guti ' usr ( la X M CDR Preston Pinson Operations Officer 199 j. -4 n Lim llNub Meteorological and Oceanographic support for the Battle Group is provided by Aerographers Mates. Trained weather observers record and disseminate weather observations, which are critical input for daily forecasts. Weather systems are tracked by a combination of real-time satellite imagery, computer generated products, and synoptic shipboard and land observations. Upper level atmospheric data is gathered by way of weather balloons that reach 30,000 to 40,000 feet into the atmosphere to measure temperature, humidity, and winds. AGCS(SW AW) T. F. Grace AGl(SW) J. S. Delaney r. -- i AGl D. L. Dellinger, Jr AG1(AW)B.D. Warren AG2 W P McAnallen AG2 A. Ybanez AG3 J. M. Jackson AGAN B. L. Blaker QW_ Ni rjBI gang I3HBIB r aesan i , 4- X i i Air Operations, consisting of OC Division and the Air Transfer Office, serves a multi-function role in support of Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN and the Battle Group. The Gold Eagle Carrier Air Traffic Control Center (CATCC) is responsible for the control of all departing and arriving aircraft, functioning very much like an air traffic control facility ashore, but at a much faster rate. Air Operations functions as the information center for all airborne aircraft, and provides information such as pre-launch briefs to air crews, special- use airspace and divert field information. The Air Transfer Office (ATO) coordinates the movement of mail, cargo, and passengers arriving and departing the ship throughout deployment. iLi I 1 1 WfifKy ) CDR B. Lugtu p(AW) J. N. Box ACl(AW) J. A. Castillo ACl(AW)M.O. Stack AC1 L.Stokes AC1 G. ). White 1 203 M 4 om ruin Combat is comprised of three Divisions: OI, OW, and OX. OI Division is manned by Operations Specialists who work in one of the five modules comprising the ships Combat Direction Center (CDC). The Tactical Operations Plot (TOP) tracks surface contacts close to the ship while the Anti-Surface Warfare (ASW) module directs carrier and land-based aircraft to track shipping several hundred miles away. The Detection and Tracking module tracks and identifies all aircraft contacts within several hundred miles from the ship and manages all the ships various data link systems. The Air War module directs fighter aircraft to intercept and engage any potentially hostile aircraft. Lastly the Decision and Display module is where all the teamwork comes together. Manned by the Tactical Action Officer (TAO) and his assistants, the TAO assists the Commanding Officer in the war fighting capabilities. Electronic Warfare support on board CARL VINSON is provided by OW Division in the Electronic Warfare (EW) module, located in the Combat Direction Center. Utilizing equipment to detect radar emissions from ships, aircraft, submarines, missiles, and land-based targets, the EW Module can determine any threat to the Battle Group. Additionally, the EW Module can jam hostile RADARs and missiles to prevent CARL VINSON from being detected or targeted by an enemy. Information provided by the EW Module assists the Tactical Action Officer in defending the ship against attack. Undersea Warfare is the responsibility of OX division utilizing data gathered from airborne assets such as the S-3B Viking and SH-60F Seahawk. Located in the Combat Direction Center, the Undersea Warfare module performs mission planning, pre-flight briefing, real time flight data exchange and analysis, and tactical support to CCG-3, the Tactical Action Officer, and the Undersea Warfare Commander. LT R. H. Trauger ENS D. K. Lee OSCS(SW) R. E. Calvert 207 M -4 1 r WQfk - ir OS3 J. W. England OS3 J. Farnsworth 209 M 4 W. Zapata OSSR G. R. Baltzell OSSN M. L. Barnes OSSN M. G. Bowers III OSSN K.Clark, Jr. OSSN K. A. Cook 211 M 4 RSW) G. T. Hatten 213 ,. -4 igeHC The Intel PA group consists of the Cryptologists (OS Division), the Gold Eagle Photo Lab (OP Division), and the Carrier Intelligence Center (CVIC)- OZ Division. OS Division provides Indications and Warning to Battle Group Commanders using Organic Electronic Surveillance equipment and multiple state-of-the-art systems. CARL VINSONs Ship Signal Exploitation Space (SSES) acts as the Cryptologic Analysis Support Element (CASE) for the Battle Group. We provide cryptologic analysis support to eleven cryptologic capable units. The Gold Eagle Photo Lab is comprised of Photographers Mates who support a multitude of assigned tasks for CARL VINSON, Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN, and Battle Group units. This service includes color photographic documentation of investigations, reconnaissance, ceremonies, studio photography, and cruise book production. A separate black and white photo lab is located in the ships Carrier Intelligence Center (CVIC), providing support for the processing and production of Tactical Air Reconnaissance Pod System (TARPS) photography. OZ division serves a multi-function role in support of Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN, Carrier Group THREE, and Destroyer Squadron TWENTY-THREE. Keeping abreast of and briefing the threat that could reach out and touch the CARL VINSON and its embarked aircraft are performed by Strike Warfare Intelligence Plot. Mission Planning is responsible for producing a pre-flight brief for broadcast on the ship ' s Closed Circuit Television System. Interpretation and reporting of Tactical Air Reconnaissance Pod System (TARPS) imagery happens in Multi Sensory Interpretation. V ■' V CDR B. W. Carter LT R. A. Wachtel ENS T. Dantzler ENS M. E Gilbert DM1 G. D. Emerson IS2 (SW) R. L. Hughey IS2 J. A. D. Smallwood .216 ISC(SW) T. F. Boynan ISC(SWAW) R. L. Smith IS2 R. G. Voellinger IS3 G. H. Bahlman r Ji v ISSN K.VCox I ISSN D. Johnson ISSN D. A. Lebeau ISSN J. E. Panish 217 CT02 R. A. Davis wm - % ■■' {:■■•$ . ► . i: - .aB . Since 1955 the United States Navy has used the awesome benefits of nuclear power to aid in the projection of sea power around the world in support of our national interests — CARL VINSON is one of those ships. Using two pressurized water reactors and associated steam plants, Reactor Department plays a vital role in overall support of the ship. Reactor Department supplies steam for reliable ships propulsion, catapult operations, hotel services, electrical power, and distilling sea water into fresh water. Without these critical services, CARL VINSON could not accomplish its mission. Nuclear trained Reactor Department personnel endure over 1 2 months of very intense schooling prior to being assigned to a shipboard operational reactor plant. The intense shipboard training program ensures all personnel maintain their high level of knowledge. Throughout the deployment, the men and women of Reactor Department repeatedly demonstrated their expert knowledge in operations and maintenance allowing CARL VINSON to accomplish its mission safely and on-time. V 223 Reactor Controls Division is comprised of over 50 nuclear-trained Electronics Technicians. Responsible for the operation and maintenance of millions of dollars worth of complex reactor instrumentation and control equipment, they are an elite group of professionals, always ready to do their part to carry out CARL VINSONs mission. The division had a professionally and personally rewarding deployment. Many new personnel came to the division and gained a lot of leadership experience and technical expertise. Operation Desert Fox and Operation Southern Watch, coupled with several complicated faults in their equipment, kept the personnel of the division extremely focused and occupied for a good portion of the deployment. On a lighter note, some well-deserved liberty was had by all in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Jebel Ali. Operational commitments earned ETC(SS) Williams his first beer day, a fitting end to his enlisted career, as he was selected for commissioning under the Chief Warrant Officer program. During this deployment, history was made when CARL VINSONs own ET2 Cynthia Matherly became the first woman to qualify as a Reactor Operator and operate a nuclear reactor since the keel was laid. n LT J. D. Warner LTJG T. J. Coke LTJG L A. Knabb | « LTJG C J. Valdivia ETCS(SW) G. D. Crenshaw ETC(SS) D. L. Williams ET1(SW)G. R.Peterson ET1 J. M. Ryan ET1 R. W. Sud ET1 C. M. Van Daam ET2 R. C. Ashley ET2 C Beare 224 ET2 E. I. Beck ET2 V R. Bordadora ET2 N. J. Bott - £T2 S. £. Pond 226 f ectum 1 I ihis is the Engineering Officer of the Watch from Central Control: I propulsion plant casualty, propulsion plant casualty; dual plant scram. -E-The lights go out, the computer blinks off, and a disturbing quiet falls. It is the job of Reactor Electrical Division, led by the Load Dispatcher in Central Control, to get the lights back on, the email back on line, and stable power throughout the ship. Reactor Electrical Division (RE) is the largest nuclear division in Reactor Department. It is comprised of 80 nuclear trained men and women responsible for every watt of electricity produced on the great warship CARL VINSON. RE Division maintains and repairs the eight enormous steam driven generators and emergency diesel generators and all electrical components within the propulsion plant. The generating power within their cognizance could light a city of 30,000 people. Every member of this team has a significant role in production, restoration, and continuity of the ships electrical power. The senior watch is the Load Dispatcher, who coordinates with the Engineering Officer of the Watch to perform the emergent restoration of all electrical power for casualties. Reactor Electrical personnel are known to explore the unknown ( do not remove cover ), whether taking a poker vacation in Vegas, investigating odd breakers, or just meditating on the meaning of life while in switchgear. The job of a Reactor Electrician is challenging and rewarding on a daily basis. The real reward is just walking through the ship each day, knowing we keep the computers running, e-mail sending, radar turning, planes launching, and most importantly, We ' ll keep the lights on. . « - ' : IT T. R. Comfort LT P. L. Davis LT K. D. Johnson ■I rs -I EMCISW) D. Caton EMC(SW) R. L. Doll EMC . D. Hanson EMC D. Phelps EMI A.A.Caslon EMI ]. G. Cheney fMl(SW) S.DeYoungjr EMI R. D. Dougherty EMVSW R. ]. Elwell EMVSW J.LHostetkr EMI E.V. Maxwell EMI T L. Naatus 227 EM2 N. S. Black EM2 M. D. Boles EM2 D. . Bradford EM2 T. j. Burbach EM2 K. . Hasting EM2 C. D. Krai EM2 S. ]. Lumapas EM2 J. F Manning EM2 Z. A. Carpenter EM2 ]. E. Gerslenkom EM2 . S. Matthews EMI M. A. Peralta ' 228 230 MM1 B. D. Herman MMKSW) S. W. Lowdermilk MMC(SW) K. F. Pimental MM1ISW) S. D. Casey MM1 T. . Strasters MM1 W. T. Zoeller M.M2 . S. Casleliano MM2 J. M. Colin MM2 M. R. Craves MM2 D. A. Grimmig MM2 S. G. Hooks MM2 D. PKukieza MM2 . R. Sifers mm mica c , gi Reactor Mechanical Division (RM) is comprised of 4 different work centers. Work centers RM01 and RM02, led by MMC Boyce and MMC Salway, perform preventive and corrective maintenance on the mechanical support systems for the reactor plants located in 1 and 2 Reactor Auxiliary Rooms. Steam generated by the reactor plants is utilized for propulsion of the ship through the water, for production of electrical power and for the launching of aircraft in support of CARL VINSONs primary mission. Work center RM05, led by ENC Aquino, consists of Enginemen who maintain the ships Emergency Diesel Generators to provide emergency electrical power whenever the need arises. Work center RM32, led by MMCM Kelly, is manned by primary and secondary mechanics from both M and RM Divisions, along with representatives from RC and RE Divisions. This work center is responsible for ensuring quality repair packages are generated to maintain system cleanliness during maintenance and to prevent the need for rework. UT P. L Donahue LTJG K. R. Bivens LTIG S. . Wickel MMCMSW AW) T. ]. Kelly MMCS(SW) H. G. Hollinger MMCS(SW AW) ]. M. Perry ENC(SW) R. Q. Aquino MMC(SS) J. E. Boyce MMl W.PBettilyon MM1 L. L. Blocker MMl P.j.Blotzer MMl C. D. Brown MMl R.A.Coi 235 «4f MMVSW) M. I. Robinson MM1 F.M.Rosimo MM1 M. R Vanslyke BTI(SW) C. E. Zeitler MM2 W. C. Cabanilla MM2 L. L. Ellsworth MM2 J.T.HU1 MM2 R. D. Medina MM2 R. L. Parker MM2ISW) N. T. Tibi 241 4um 246 V 8 MM1 A. F. Pajimula ET1 S.G.Smith A. i I n nt 247 ,, l SAFETY v «a8aHH The Safety Department has the tremendous responsibility of providing the entire Gold Eagle Team a safe and healthy working environment. We accomplish this through risk management, quarterly Safety Stand Downs, publications such as Safety Shorts and POD notes, daily ship- wide inspections, training, mishap investigation, data collection for trend analysis, and attending all major ship evolutions including flight operations, underway replenishments, and missile shoots. Because we focus on the prevention of personnel injury and equipment damage, success is measured in terms of how few personnel injuries occur over a period of time; not as a finite number of evolutions performed, miles steamed, or materials delivered. Our efforts, along with the efforts of each crewmember, have resulted in less equipment damage and fewer personnel injuries despite a grueling Planned Incremental Availability and demanding operational commitments. 251 j. 4 Our Mission: To enhance operational readiness and mission accomplishment through risk management and an aggressive occupational safety and health program, which eliminates occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths and damage to equipment. Our Focus: Operational Risk Management. It includes hazard identification, risk analysis and assessment, risk mitigation and decision making based on this assessment, implementing controls, and finally, supervision and monitoring. Our Role: Provide guidance and direction in the administration and implementation of Aviation Safety and NAVOSH Programs. Our People: Two officers, the Safety Officer, with an extensive aviation and science background, and the Ships Industrial Hygiene Officer, also acting as the Division Officer. The Leading Chief Petty Officer is also from the aviation community and leads four other highly qualified senior enlisted personnel, drawn from various ratings that provide the department with a wide range of experience, talent and expertise. DCl D. M. Braky MM1 R. B. Howard BM1 R. M. Ortega AOl A. J. Pfaehler 252 253 M HHBHBBH The more than 4,700 Sailors on board the USS CARL VINSON have their own specific tasks and roles which they tend to in an effort to make WestPac 98 99 a successful endeavor. There is one department, representing nearly 10% of the entire crew that, while often seen in just a supporting role, is an invaluable contributor to the continuing operation of this nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. Chances are that if something takes place on the CARL VINSON, the Gold Eagle Supply Department is involved. From reveille to taps, and during the time in-between, the Supply Department, in addition to a myriad of other tasks, is providing the parts needed to keep the ship operating and the Air Wing flying, distributing incoming and outgoing mail, processing pay records, washing laundry and pressing uniforms, manning the ships gyms, and feeding everyone onboard. And, as the Supply Department is the keeper of 650 spaces - including six galleys, the chief petty officers ' berthing, and the officers ' staterooms - repair and maintenance of equipment and spaces is a never-ending task. While these supply jobs may not seem as glamorous as others the Navy has to offer, each one is quite necessary to the ships and Air Wings readiness to accomplish the CARL VINSON mission. The services, in particular, are vital to making the ship a Sailors home away from home. The CARL VINSON ' S award-winning Supply Department comprises 12 divisions with over 400 Sailors. It has remained a trendsetter in the Naval Supply community, setting forth standards of excellence often emulated throughout Pacific Fleet. Each challenge put forth to the Gold Eagle Supply Department is met with unwavering enthusiasm and professionalism, ensuring that the job will be done the Gold Eagle way, safely, and outstandingly. 255 256 SK2 A. U. Evangelista I $tock Cotitod The Gold Eagle S-l Division manages both the ship ' s inventory and financial resources in an effort to achieve maximum support for the ship and the Air Wing. Gold Eagle Stock Control is solely responsible for the procurement, inventory control, reporting, and accounting for general stores, hull, mechanical, miscellaneous repair parts, and aviation consumables. The financial storekeepers manage the operating budget for the entire command, ensuring appropriated funding is properly managed and accounted for on a daily basis. Not everything that could be needed during the course of a six-month deployment can be carried on board. The CARL VINSONs SI -A section, a subsidiary of the Gold Eagle Stock Control Division, processes all Government Purchase Card and Open Purchase requisitions for services and materials not normally stocked in the supply system. The Customer Service organization also expedites the ordering of Casualty Report (CASREP) requirements and Hot-List items. The Stock Control division is instrumental in the mission capability and day to day functioning of the CARL VINSON resulting in a successful and well managed deployment. SKI G.D.Almonte Jr. SKl(SW) R.J.Ferrell SKI D.G.Taylor 257 j. food fenticb During the six-month deployment, S-2 division provided nearly 3 million meals to the crew of the Gold Eagle, by no means an easy task. With the unusual hours that Sailors work, the food service division is a 24 hours a day 7 days a week effort. The division prepares and serves nearly 15,000 meals per day. Operating and maintaining two galleys, two mess decks, and two sculleries, S-2 sets an incomparable standard for excellence. During the deployment, the Gold Eagle Food Service was awarded honorable mention on the 1998 Capt. Edward F. Ney inspection, a label earned through hard work and effort by the 140 crew members serving in the division. . S. Dawson Jr. MS2 M. C. Herrera MS2 T. D. Higginbotham MS2 K. L. Morrison 259 M ™ fouue Sales Division (S-3) provides shopping convenience, laundry, tailoring, barber, and vending services which are vital to crews morale and welfare. Living on board a ship far away from the shore, a Sailor lives without the convenience of shopping malls. S-3 works hard to carry merchandise to fulfill the Sailors needs at reasonably low prices. On board CARL VINSON, Sailors can make purchases ranging from basic necessities, like toothbrush and toothpaste, to luxury items like cameras, stereos, and VCRs. Whenever CARL VINSON pulls into a port, and at every UNREE S-3 Division makes sure to load and replenish merchandise. When the rest of the crew has turned into their bunks, the ships store operators can be found stocking the shelves with thousands of dollars worth of goods. The profit generated goes directly back to the crew through MWR activities. SH2 M. A. Wicks SH3 A. E. BarteUe SH3 J. E. Brodhacken 262 263 M 1 11 I 1 Q e A j m ( 3 lr ' = • • i ! Mi. k. Si 264 ni hooma IT n r QUI B I T) EST IN THE FLEET? is the trademark of the |Gold Eagles Disbursing Office, the winner of the COMNAVAIRPAC Disbursing Excellence Award for Pacific Fleet carriers. A very challenging year for the Gold Eagle Disbursing Office, 1998 began with the implementation of the new pay system - the Defense Joint Military Pay System (DJMS) - and included several rigorous inspections including the COMNAVAIRPAC Supply Management Assessment and the COMNAVBASE San Diego On-site audit. The Gold Eagle Disbursing Office has proven once again to be the best of the best by achieving the grade of Outstanding from both major inspections, and coined by TYCOM as the best disbursing operation among the Pacific Fleet carriers. The Gold Eagle Disbursing Office is ready to provide the best customer service in paying dealers ' bills, travel claims, Split Pay Option payroll, and cashing personal and treasury checks, and most of all, taking care of the crew. M(SWMW) L. Page DK2(SW) J. J. Manning DK2 J. R. McCormak DK2(AW) T. M. Ryan 265 266 u r r l i The Wardroom Mess, S-5 Division, provides dining and hotel-type services for over 400 hundred ships company and embarked officers from Commander Carrier Group THREE, Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN, Destroyer Squadron TWENTY-THREE, ship riders, media personnel and Distinguished Visitors from around the World. Three separate dining facilities, two galleys and over 80 personnel make up the foundation of the division. The Wardroom is a privately funded mess, which serves over 1600 meals per day. A large variety of menu options are available, from the basics of breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, to the always popular soup salad fruit bars, to the fully catered gourmet dinners which are prepared for special occasions. We also serve what has come to be known as a Super Sunday Brunch which is served each week and provides a welcome break in the normal routine and serves as a huge morale booster for the Officers. The Wardroom mess is staffed with an awesome group of Sailors who have demonstrated the ability to rise to any occasion. Their proven outstanding service and quality gourmet menu have been rewarded by winning the prestigious Dorie P Miller Award for Wardroom excellence. MSSN T.J. Cross MSSN E. L Fuentes 267 y4t $U$ iO t With 1 1 squadrons comprising 77 aircraft and Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN embarked on board CARL VINSON while underway, the Aviation Support Division (S-6) is responsible for providing supply assistance to both the squadrons and the Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AMD). This division is divided into three sections: Repairables Management, Component Control, and Supply Response. In conjunction with its worldwide beach detachments, S-6 is responsible for requisitioning and expediting high priority and deep stock requirements. In addition to this massive undertaking, S-6 also controls the Surface Depot Level Repairables (a unit that facilitates repair and support of shipboard equipment). The Aviation Support Division also provides personnel in the Vertical Replenishment (VERTREP) evolutions common throughout deployment. With teamwork and dedication to the motto Whatever It Takes , the S-6 Division of the GOLD EAGLE SUPPLY team is undoubtedly a contributing factor to both aircraft readiness and the unwavering standard of excellence set forth by the CARL VINSON team. AKl(AW) D. C. Budd SK1(SS SW) D. A. fltzsch AK1 (AW) B.B.Jones AKl(AW) D. Rushing 269 . - Supplys S-7 division, Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR), assists the crew in maintaining their personal standards of excellence by providing the finest fitness, recreational, and leisure time activities afloat in the U. S. Navy. MWR operates, manages, and repairs all the equipment of the Gold Eagle Gym, Cardio Gym, and an additional 30 other sites throughout the ship. The emphasis at MWR is keeping the crew fit and ready for performing their duty, and having fun when the opportunity arises. MWR offers quality recreational gear such as sports equipment, board games, video games, movies, and a variety of outdoor sports equipment to enjoy the many adventures of WESTPAC and the Great Northwest. MWR supports and outfits competitive teams in soccer, basketball, softball, rugby, baseball, and flag football. Frequent all- hands sports tournaments, running events, and non-sports events are also held. MWR provides countless ship-wide parties, tours in foreign ports, and subsidized recreational events for the ship ' s crew, Air Wing, and families. S-7 Division keeps the focus on the morale of the crew, and brings a never-ending supply of adventure and excitement to each new day on The Gold Eagle. mm EM3 P P McCambridge ABE3 K. M. Newell AN R. I. Brazey 272 The Material Division (S-8) manages over 105,000 different line items of shipboard stock to satisfy requirements ranging from aircraft and ship repair parts to everyday-use consumables in over 40 different storerooms spread throughout the ship. The Material Division prides itself in having the right parts, in the right place, at the right time while receiving over 10,000 monthly demands from the ship and Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN. Division personnel perform ongoing inventories and location audits using the latest in technology - the Integrated Bar-coding System JANUS 2000 electronic scanners. The Material Division is also a key participant in Underway Replenishment (UNREP) evolutions, loading thousands of pounds of material aboard to support the ship and its crew. We are a floating supply center, providing office supplies, hardware, daily use consumables, aviation support parts, shipboard electrical and mechanical repair parts, and much more. In addition to receiving material, we are the central shipping point for the entire ship, packaging and transporting material from all over the world via C -2 Carrier Onboard Delivery service aircraft. We Deliver with Devotion. SKC(SW) H. D. Streete AKl(AW) C. Wynne SKI D.B. Cease SKl(SW) B. R. McKay •We -)V SK2 a L. Data AK2 S.M.Henry 274 : C.G. Becker AKAA CD. Deldd i AKAN C.L. Ellis SKSN A.K. Emerson SKSN D.T. Green AKAN E.E. Griffin T m ' ■' -. ik 275 «- AK3 M. E. Dittrich PH3 K. D. Harrelson U 4t tmt TrLl COMNAVAIRPAC Environmental Quality Award Winners for four consecutive years! Managing over 2,000 varieties of Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Waste, the Gold Eagle Team is the premier HAZMAT Division in the fleet! We ensure the compliance of all environmental policies and regulations, at sea or pier-side. We pride ourselves on having the right materials at any time. Serving the crew and Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN, we are the afloat Wal-Mart for all petroleum products, paints, cleaning detergents, greases, adhesives — you name it, we got it! The HAZMAT Team received a new addition this year when we received 14 Compressed Melting Units that produce pucks out of all forms of plastic waste collected throughout the ship. This allows us to store 80% more plastic waste on-station and frees the environment of non-biodegradable plastics. We created the fleets first ever HICS LAN System that tracks all HAZMAT, and the containers, upon issue of the material. Additionally, a new 24 7 cleaning station allows the crew total access to pre-diluted cleaning detergents and aircraft cleaner as needed. Divisional personnel perform perpetual inventories using the latest in technology: Integrated Bar- coding System JANUS 2000 electronic scanners. We have what you need, when you need it! Delivering with Devotion ' ' AN G. R. Clements AN S. Y. Darden 277 w 278 Cjdhui paint EMFN K. B. Wanha 279 M I v uality Assurance (QA) Division (S- 1 0) plays an integral part in the | overall material readiness of the Gold Eagle team. The goal of the Quality Assurance Division is to provide the Supply Officer with an lepeffdent review and analysis of performance indicators, and to assist in determining the causes of below-standard performance. A continual review of internal processes is required to ensure that effective inventory and financial goals are achieved and applied toward the ultimate goal of increased readiness. Using the shipboard SUADPS-RT program S-8 ensures all stock control pulse- points are met on a regular basis. Through their diligent efforts they assisted the Supply Department in receiving a total of 1 4 outstanding and 2 excellent grades during the 1 998 Supply Management Assessment. In an effort to smoothly coordinate the running of services divisions (food service and sales), QA conducts 20 audits in the area of galley maintenance, food preparation, retail procedures and customer satisfaction. These audits enable the Supply Officer to take a hand in assuring that customer satisfaction, along with the health and welfare of the crew, are being met. QA plays a part in the overall posture of the Supply Department and performs with pride and enthusiasm. 280 L W V II ' tntnm There are 314 Chief Petty Officers on board CARL VINSON and on a daily basis the Chief Petty Officers Mess (S-ll) caters to their dining and hotel service needs. Staffed with 14 Mess Specialists (MS) and 19 Food Service Attendants (FSA), this award winning mess continues their outstanding reputation. As a result of its superlative performance in financial accountability inventory validity food preparation, and immaculate galley and messing, the CPO Mess received a grade of 6utstanding during the 1998 Supply Management Assessment. Keeping its standing as the Best Afloat CPO Mess in the NavyJ the CARL VINSON CPO Mess won, for the third consecutive year, the 1997 Carl Scheufele Award for CPO Mess Excellence, and remained a very strong contender for the 1998 Award. The gourmet- quality meals and well-trained food service attendants make a meal in the CPO Mess a memorable experience; an invitation to dine in the CARL VINSON CPO Mess is a treasured honor. In addition to meal preparation and service, the Mess Specialists and Food Service Attendants are responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of 40 spaces, which include berthing areas, heads, storerooms, the Mess Deck, and the CPO Galley. The laundry services provided • underway include picking up and delivery of uniforms six days per week. FSN A. M. Lloyd PCSN C. E. lyles AN C. D. Morgan W 0((i uUi icev With thousands of miles separating the embarked Sailors of CARL VINSON from their families and friends, and limited phone availability, many individuals in the Gold Eagle crew turn toward alternative methods of communication, utilizing the ships Post Office to maintain contact with loved ones, pay bills, or simply to remain in touch of something familiar. The VINSONs S-12 division, a branch of the Military Post Office, serves the crews ' postal needs, both distributing and collecting mail on a daily basis. Although reception of mail is dependent upon proximity to armed forces bases and on the availability of COD (Carrier Onboard Delivery) flights to the VINSON, the postal clerks duties include more than just sorting outgoing and incoming mail. They also prepare packages for shipment, sell money orders and postage stamps, and maintain an accurate account of both current and forwarded addresses. Considered one of the top Post Offices in the Fleet, the Gold Eagle Post Office is a capable and efficient organization, one of which, despite rain, snow, or the intense sun, will deliver. UN T The USS CARL VINSON Supply Damage Control Division (S-14) is a conglomerate of personnel from the 1 2 Supply Divisions, who work toward the collective effort of maintaining watertight integrity, ventilation systems, emergency equipment, and the general material condition of over 650 Supply Department spaces. The Supply Damage Control Division is responsible for making adjustments to water- and air-tight doors and hatches, ensuring that life jackets are fully operational, and performing maintenance on chill water units and ventilation ducts for the safety and comfort of the crew. Supply Damage Control maintains all equipment essential as the last line of defense in the event of mishap. The men and women for the Supply Damage Control Division continually excel in what is one of the ships most vital roles: maintaining the ships ability to survive and contain damage, while continuing to fight. MSSN J. M. White SKSA T. M. Woods 285 ■fejgje — ' • ' ijf -- . J 4 I j _ T i The Training Department serves the crew in three areas. The Training Office manages all aspects of Temporary Additional Duty (TAD), coordinates ship-wide training, runs the command familiarization and indoctrination program, provides video teletraining courses, and coordinates Naval Reserve and Midshipmen training. X CDR M. K. Wesslen Training Officer 287 M The Drug and Alcohol Program Advisors Office (DAPA) administers Navy policies and procedures concerning drug and alcohol education, identification, screening, treatment, and rehabilitation. We have a comprehensive training program in which we teach AWARE, ADAMS, and IMPACT. We also provided Treatment and Prevent during WESTPAC. We also hold Alcoholics Anonymous meetings on board. Finally, the Equal Opportunity Program Specialist serves as the primary advisor for all equal opportunity issues. N KEt- SON • i MMCM(SW) B. T. Stone MMC(SW) R.R.Lewis LIC F. Osorio 288 Amy R Jacobsen AOl M. A. Britton s- -t id K % v - Weapons Department is responsible for the proper storage, assembly, and safe handling of the Navys newest and most sophisticated types of ordnance. During its demanding training cycle in preparation for WESTPAC ' 99, the department completed highly successful inspections conducted by COMNAVAIRPAC, NAVSEA, WESU, FTSCPAC and Mine Warfare inspectors. The inspections and laudatory comments proved that the personnel, ordnance assets, and equipment were at peak performance and readiness, meeting all operational commitments and goals during WESTPAC. = -_ I tki ' i • • 9T •  • • l CDRDintyJ. Musk Weapons Officer - ' _m_ 291 ,, ™ G-l Division ensures that Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN is supplied with ordnance to meet daily flight schedule and ordnance load-plan requirements. The Flight Deck Ordnance personnel are familiar with every type of aircraft in which they supervise proper loading, arming, and de- arming procedures. Their technical expertise also includes flight deck fire-fighting procedures and emergency aircraft handling procedures. During replenishments at sea, the division is responsible for the safe handling of all ordnance and stores received by helicopter vertical replenishments and the positioning and hookup of loads for on-load and off-load evolutions. 293 M ( -4 von, f TM2 R. E. Nau G-2 Division is responsible for the maintenance, repair and testing of 32 weapons magazine sprinkler systems and the fire and flooding alarms systems. G-2 Division personnel provide the training and qualifications on all shipboard small arms and ammunition. This includes the ship ' s ten .50 caliber gun crews, which provide CARL VINSON protection from small boat attack. They are also responsible for the ships Arms, Ammunition and Explosives (AA E) weapons magazine, locker keys and the High Security Lock program. They support the Anti-Submarine Warfare mission of CARL VINSON by configuring, handling, and storing the MK 46 and MK 50 torpedoes. GM2(SW) M. E. Brown TM2(SW) J. D. Curry GM3 L. C. Childs GM3 T. W. Gottardv TM3 M.A.Johnson 295 TMSN M. S. Mahauier AN N.J.Sykes HRLi w V) J. D. Burgoyne III AOC(AW SW) M. J. Fenner RAW) J. L. Gordon AOl P W. Gustin A01(A1 TONS G-3 is the largest division in the Weapons Department, encompassing two Weapons Assembly shops, Aviation Weapon Support Equipment (AWSE), Missiles, and a Damage Control branch. There are approximately 130 Sailors assigned to this division. The Weapons Assembly and Magazines personnel are responsible for the receipt, stowage, test, and assembly of all ordnance on board CARL VINSON. AWSE is responsible for the maintenance of over 3,300 items of weapons support equipment, including 26 electric forklifts. The AWSE crew is also responsible for the safe handling and delivery of all weapons on the hangar deck. The Missile crew receives all missile assets and prepares them for issue to the Air Wing squadrons, carefully tracking each weapon after maintenance throughout 98 division spaces. They also service over 1,000 items of Damage Control equipment. In addition, G-3 Division personnel are very involved in maintaining the physical security of the ship, serving as qualified members of Armed Sentry Teams, the Security Augmentation Force, and .50 caliber machine gun te ams. LT E. C. Lewis AOl(AW) S. W. MassengUl 297 M. -4 • MM wmMmmmmmmmm mih G-4 Division is responsible for qualifying department personnel as Safety Observers and Elevator Operators. This training facilitates superior comprehensive and detailed weapons elevator movement of ordnance, mail, supplies, and other requirements. CARL VINSON critically depends on weapons elevator reliability, and the Weapons Elevators team proudly maintains 100 percent weapon elevators availability at all times. This weapon elevator availability is heavily relied upon for the quick and efficient movement of ordnance to support daily flight deck operations. The continuous preventative maintenance checks completed by the division maintenance men and women ensure that weapons elevators are always in peak operating condition. A03 F.W. Beal A03 T. R. Bishop MM3 J. H. Holsapple 304 A03 J. S. Lee A03 L.Rubalcava AOAA R. H. AshM G-5 Division is comprised of three work centers, which work directly for the Ordnance Handling Officer. The Aviation Ordnance Control Center (AOCC) is the control center that coordinates the safe movement, handling, and stowage of over 400 types of ordnance, encompassing nearly 200,000 items. They maintain a close liaison with Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN, Air Department, Strike Operations, and all Weapons Department divisions in providing a thorough ordnance load plan. Quality Assurance (QA) is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient handling and stowage of over 2,000 tons of ordnance held on board. QA is also tasked with tracking all ordnance administration, which includes nav al message traffic, and the ships Ordnance Qualification and Certification Program. Ammunition Accounting is responsible for tracking all munitions requisitions, receipts, and expenditures. These items must be meticulously tracked and reported on a daily basis to ensure that a complete and accurate inventory is maintained at all times. AOC(AW) T. M. Brook AOC(AW) J. M. Richardson 4 306 - 307 lobile Unit E, home- is d fc fed aboard Explosive Or ELEVH D ported at N AS Whi. IK CARL VINSON for WESTPAC ' 98 ' 99. The det primary mission is rapid response to ordnance duringtfrlght operation ia]wi m the Carl V D also provides the Carl Vinson Battle erts in Organic Mine Counter- Measure Operations, ments encies iattle with exj Improvi BflB data on foreign ordn inMa k s - De collection of intelligence rist Actions, assistance sent Divi x4? 5 leet Open — h LT J. J. Whiteway ENCM (EOD SW)J. J. Lefevre ■u 308 Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN is homeported at Naval Air Station Lemoore, California, and is embarked aboard the USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70). Commander, Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN serves as the Strike Warfare Commander for the Battle Group and is responsible for conducting prompt and sustained offensive and defensive air operations as directed by the Battle Group Commander. Our units must be capable of attacking shore- based targets which threaten control of the sea, while at the same time, be ready to conduct sustained air combat operations in support of friendly forces. Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN is accountable for the operational and administrative control of the Air Wing which is comprised of eight squadrons and two detachments (VF-213, VFA-22, VFA-94, VFA-97, VAQ-135, VAW-117, VS-29, HS-6, VQ-5 AND VRC -30) flying eight different types of aircraft. It is the Air Wing Commanders responsibility to ensure the Air Wing maintains its material readiness and receives the necessary training to execute their respective missions. Additionally, he is responsible for the development and establishment of the high standards of professional competence, proficiency, discipline, and morale required to achieve and maintain the highest levels of combat readiness. SQUADRONS HS-6 324 VFA-97 .....332 VAQ-135 344 VAW-117 354 VF-213 366 VFA-22 378 VFA-94 390 VS-29 402 VQ-5 414 VRC-30 422 311 M ■J.l.lH IG CAG 7 aptain James T. Knight, a native of Bryan, Texas graduated from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville Texas in May 1 974. In January 1975, he was commissioned an Ensign through the Aviation Officer Candidate Program and was designated a Naval Aviator in May 1976. In March 1977, after replacement pilot training in VA-122 flying the A-7E Corsair, he reported to VA-192 where he made one WESTPAC and one Mediterranean deployment from 1977-1979. Following his tour with the GOLDEN DRAGONS , Captain Knight was assigned to VA-122 as an instructor pilot and LSO Upon completion of his tour with VA-122 in May 1982, he reported to Commander, Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN as the Air Wing LSO, making on WESTPAC and one NORPAC deployment from 1982 to 1984. In June 1984, Captain Knight reported to the Naval Postgraduate School, earning a Masters Degree in Aeronautical Engineering, subsequently reporting to VFA-125 in January 1987 for transition training in the FA-1 8 Hornet. In June 1987 he joined the CHARGERS of VFA-161 as the Operations Officer. Following the decommissioning of VFA-161 in September 1987, Captain Knight reported to the VFA-25 FIST OF THE FLEET , serving as Administrative Officer, Operations Officer, and Maintenance Officer from September 1987 to September 1989 where he made on WESTPAC and one NORPAC deployment. Completing his tour with VFA-25, Captain Knight reported to Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Pacific as the Weapons Training Officer and FA-1 8 Readiness Officer until December 1991. In January 1992, Captain Knight reported to VFA-22 as Executive Officer and assumed Command in February 1993. Upon completion of his command tour in May 1994, Captain Knight was assigned to staff Commander, SEVENTH Fleet as Fleet Warfare Officer where he served until May 1996. Captain Knight reported to Commander, Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN in July 1996 as Deputy Air Wing Commander. Captain Knight has accumulated more than 4200 flight hours and 1000 arrested landings. He and his wife, Kathleen, reside in Lemoore, California and have three daughters, Kris, Kleo, Megan and one son Ryan. 313 1 !,■!,! 1 1 Captain William A. Pokorny, Jr., was born on 11 November 1954 in Baltimore, Maryland. He graduated from the University of Florida Naval ROTC program in 1976, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing, and later earned his Masters Degree in Management in 1 993. Upon completion of flight training, he was designated a naval aviator in January 1978. Following replacement pilot training in the A-7E Corsair II with Attack Squadron ONE-TWENTY-TWO, Captain Pokorny reported to the Tighting Redcocks ' of Attack Squadron TWENTY-TWO (VA-22) for his initial squadron tour, completing two WESTPAC deployments aboard the USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63). During this time, VA-22 won two Battle E Efficiency Awards and the McClusky Award. In February 1982, he reported to the ' Cylons ' of Attack Squadron ONE-TWENTY- SEVEN (VA-1 27), flying the A-4F as an Adversary Instructor Pilot. His next assignment was as Assistant Navigator, USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70), from October 1984 until November 1986. During this tour, Captain Pokorny earned his second major warfare designation, becoming a qualified Surface Warfare Officer, in October 1986. He next reported to the T ough Raiders ' of VFA-1 25 where he served as Assistant Training Officer while flying the FA-18 Hornet. In June 1988, Captain Pokorny reported to the ' Stingers ' of VFA-1 13, where he served as Administrative, Maintenance and Safety Officer. Leaving the ' Stingers ' in July 1990, he reported to the U.S. Army War College at Carlisle Barracks, PA. Captain Pokornys next assignment was with the ' Blue Diamonds ' of VFA-146, assuming command in January 1993. While under his command, the ' Blue Diamonds ' won the 1993 ' Battle-E, ' Captain Jack McAuley award, Scott Kirby award and Michael Estocin award. In June 1994, Capt. Pokorny assumed command of the FA-18 Fleet Readiness Squadron, the VFA-125 ' Rough Raiders ' Under his command, the ' Rough Raiders ' won the 1994 Captain Jack McAuley award and the COMSTRKFIGHTWINGPAC Strike Fighter Derby while surpassing 50,000 flight hours accident-free for the first time in the squadrons history. The squadron was also recognized for the best Personal Excellence Partnership Program (PEPP) in the state of California and runner-up for the entire U. S. Navy. Captain Pokornys next assignment was with the Bureau of Naval Personnel from December 1995 until January 1997, where he served as head of the Aviation Commander Assignments division. Following a short tour as the Deputy Director of Operations for Joint Task Force Southwest Asia, he reported in the fall of 1997 as Deputy Air Wing Commander, Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN. He assumed duties as Commander, Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN March 27, 1999. Captain Pokorny has accumulated more than 4,400 flight hours, including more than 1,000 hours each in the A-7 and A-4 and 2,000 in the F A-18, and 1,000 carrier arrested landings. His decorations include three Meritorious Service Medals, Air Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, two Navy Achievement Medals and numerous unit awards. Captain Pokorny enjoys the enthusiastic support of his wife, Elizabeth, and his four sons, Bradley, Douglas, Brett and Scott. 315 - Ml. I Mil ! HUB :n n n i N„, ..-.-,, Captain Bennett is a native of East Liverpool, Ohio and a 1976 graduate of Mount Union College. He received his commission through the Aviation Officers Candidate Program in Pensacola, Florida in September 1976 and was designated a Naval Flight Officer (NFO) in July 1977. In May 1983 he completed NFO-to-pilot transition training in Meridian, Mississippi and was designated as a Naval Aviator. Captain Bennett reported to VAQ-131 Lancers in September 1978. He served in various Division Officer assignments and made deployments aboard the USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65), USS AMERICA (CV 66) and finally USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62). Upon completion of A-6 Intruder training at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington he was assigned to VA-196 in February 1984 where he served as the Personnel Officer, Assistant Operations Officer and finally the Assistant Maintenance Officer. While assigned to VA- 196, he made two deployments on board USS CONSTELLATION (CV 64). In August 1988 he served as Operations and Maintenance Officer deploying aboard USS CORAL SEA (CV 43). In December 1990, Captain Bennett reported to the staff of Commander, Medium Attack Electronic Combat Wing, U. S. Pacific fleet as the Staff Safety officer. He reported to VAQ-140 in December 1991 as the Executive Officer and later fleeted up as the Commanding Officer in April 1993. Captain Bennett reported as Deputy Inspector General, U. S. Space Command in September 1994 before reporting as Executive Officer, USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) in October 1996. In March 1999 Captain Bennett reported to his current assignment as Deputy Commander, Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN. Captain Bennett has over 4,000 hours in the EA-6B and A-6 aircraft, and more than 1,050 arrested landings. His personnel awards include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (2 awards), Air Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal (2 awards) and various campaign and service ribbons. Captain Bennett is married to the former Peggy Sigman of Camarillo, California. They currently reside in Hanford, California. 317 j -4 Nt n ' ■in Hi Carrier Group THREES mission is to train, sustain, and command combat ready forces as an integrated Battle Group, Battle Force, or Naval Component Commander. Operations ranging across the entire spectrum of naval warfare and national diplomacy are conducted as directed by higher authority. This awesome collection of ships, aircraft, and submarines are manned by Americas finest young patriots who work together to maintain peak combat readiness and preserve peace world wide. Carrier Group THREE is homeported at Naval Station Bremerton, WA, under the permanent administrative and operational command of Commander THIRD Fleet. While forward deployed, Carrier Group THREE assumes operational command of the Carl Vinson Battle Group forming a mobile, versatile, sovereign and extremely capable force operating primarily in the Pacific, Asian and Middle Eastern areas. The Latin motto of the command is In Mundo Optimum , meaning Best in the World . The magnificent Sailors who serve in the Carl Vinson Battle Group are key to the success of this complex, finely tuned and ready on arrival force! 320 Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron SIX (HS-6), home-based at NAS North Island, CA, was established in 1956 aboard the USS PRINCETON (CVS 37). Nicknamed the Indians ' , the squadron began flying the H04 helicopter with a primary mission of flying Search And Rescue (SAR) around the aircraft carrier. Two years later, HS-6 transitioned to the new Sikorsky SH-34 and a new mission: Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), using a variable-depth dipping sonar. In 1962 the squadron transitioned to yet another new helicopter, the SH-3A, Sea King . With the Sea King , HS-6 participated in the recovery of Project Mercury astronauts Wally Schirra and Gordon Cooper. The squadron also supported air rescue operations in Vietnam, rescuing 16 downed pilots in 1966 alone, earning the Navy Unit Commendation medal. The venerable Sea King served the Indians for 28 years until 1990 when they transitioned to Sikorskys H-60 Seahawk . HS-6 now flies two variants of the Seahawk , the SH-60F and the SH-60H. The SH-60Fs primary mission is ASW defense of the CV inner zonej which includes the detection, classification, and destruction of hostile submarines. The SH-60Hs primary missions are Combat Search And Rescue (CSAR) and Naval Special Warfare Support (NSWS). Additional missions performed by both helicopters include Anti-Surface Warfare (ASUW), Non-combatant Evacuation Operations (NEO), Marine Interdiction Operations (MIO), Visit Board Search and Seizure (VBSS), Vertical Replenishment (VERTREP), Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC), and Logistical Support Operations. HS-6 has been with Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN since 1981 and since then has made deployments on USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65), USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72), and most recently USS KITTYHAWK (CV 63). This is their first deployment on board USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70). CDR Ron A. Sandoval Commanding Officer 325 A t ■m(NAC) S. A. Sinclair AZ3 J. M. Smith ASW3 A. L Quintana AMS3 M. W. Rabe i i Picture i Not 4m 1 Available | 2 AMS3 T. H. Steele AT3 I. D. Shelter AK3 HA. Stiles PN3 R. D. Thomas AE3 T. L. Turner tp WW ? j: VFA- The WARHAWKS of Strike Fighter Squadron NINETY-SEVEN (VFA- 97) are home based at NAS Lemoore, California. Originally commissioned as a Light Attack Squadron on 1 June 1967 the squadron made its first combat deployment onboard the USS CONSTELLATION (CV 64) in June of 1968, assigned to Carrier Air Wing FOURTEEN. The squadron made fifteen deployments flying the A-7 Corsair II aircraft, including two world cruises, on the aircraft carriers CONSTELLATION, ENTERPRISE, CORAL SEA, KITTY HAWK and CARL VINSON, serving with Carrier Air Wing FOURTEEN, Carrier Air Wing FIFTEEN, and Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN. In 1991, the squadron was re- designated a Strike Fighter Squadron and in November 1992 made its first deployment flying the FA-18 Hornet. Through the years, the WARHAWKS have continued to lead the fleet in combat readiness and have received the Admiral Clarence Wade McCluskey Top Attack Squadron award, Battle E Efficiency award, CNO Safety S , Bruce Carrier Maintenance Excellence Award and the Scott Kirby Ordnance Excellence award. The WARHAWKS are proud to be the last fleet squadron to operate the FA- 18 A, the first version of the Hornet produced. Thus, the legend ULTIMUS IN PRIMUS , Latin for The last of the first is affectionately displayed on all VFA-97 aircraft. On 10 November 1998, the WARHAWKS departed with Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN on board USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70) for their nineteenth deployment. m ' ■—— ■-•—«■•■- 333 Jj }4(SW) R. M. Trimmer Jr AFCM M. C. Williams k Picture Not [ Available K 1 1 AOCS }. E. Hartz f 1 1, M ADC T. R. AsbrUge ADC(AW SW) Z. D. Bartolome PNC(AW) I. Campbell PR! VB. Ilog ADKAW R. E Jackson PN1 K. S. Loudermilk AEKAW) J. F Lyles ATI K.LMcGehee AOC(AW) D. E Phelps AMS1 R. T. Parry - AZ1 S. M. Logan I |i 36 %- WW mm The BLACK RAVENS of Electronic Attack Squadron ONE THREE FIVE (VAQ-1 35) fly the Grumman EA-6B Improved Capability (ICAP II) Prowler. Considered by the United States Defense Department as a national asset, the EA-6B employs the powerful ALQ- 99 Tactical Jamming System and carries the High-Speed Anti-Radiation (HARM) missile. As the worlds only electronic attack aircraf t, this long-range all-weather attack aircraft is the key element to protecting strike aircraft. The Black Ravens trace their ancestry back to the Douglas KA-3B and EKA- 3B SkywarriorJ and then Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron ONE THIRTY-FIVE (VAQ-135). Commissioned at NAS Alameda, California on May 15, 1969 they made their first five deployments flying the EKA-3B Skywarrior, known as the Whaler In 1973, the squadron moved to its new home at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. Transition to flying the Grumman EA-6B Prowler was complete on July 19, 1 974. February of 1 992 marked another historic time for this squadron as they launched their first HARM missile over the desert of NAS China Lake. In June of 1 998 the BLACK RAVENS were re-designated Electronic Attack Squadron ONE THIRTY-FIVE (VAQ- 135). Since its birth into the pages of Naval Aviation history, the Black Ravens have been on nineteen deployments, attached to seven different carrier air wings, aboard nine different aircraf t carriers. They have flown in combat over the skies of Vietnam from 1969-1974, Libya in 1986 during Operation FJ Dorado Canyon and most recently Iraq in 1 998 during Operation Desert Foxr As the primary HARM shooter and the only jamming platform in Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN, the mission of the Prowler is to suppress enemy air defenses allowing additional strike aircraft to put bombs on target. This is accomplished with external jamming pods that are able to radiate energy denying Surface-to- Air Missile (SAM) operators a targeting solution. The crew of four consists of a pilot and three Electronic Counter Measures Officers (ECMO) trained in the skills of electronic warfare. As one of the oldest yet more technical platforms in the Carrier Air Wing, only the best mechanics, technicians, and maintainers are chosen to work on the Prowler. It is the expertise, professionalism, and dedication of those at VAQ-135 that allows this squadron to successfully employ its electronic warfare capabilities. No strike package would ever launch off the deck of this carrier without a Prowler. CDRMikeJ. Stahl Commanding Officer r mmmwmmww wbb i a m ■m . . B. A. Rossiter AEAN C. A. Sahtka The Hawkeye is designed specifically for airborne early warning. It is a five seat, twin-turboprop, all weather aircraft, which can operate from either aircraft carrier or land bases. From an altitude of several miles above the earth, the Hawkeye looks beyond the horizon and over obstacles to deny the enemy their most valuable asset. . . surprise. This keen-eyed sentinel gives the air defense system at least 30 minutes of warning — time to detect and classify the threat and to deploy Interceptors and other weapons for optimum effect. Equipped with the latest state-of-the-art systems, the Hawkeye provides fully automatic detection and tracking over land and water with simultaneous surveillance of air and surface traffic. The Hawkeye delivers the total tactical picture. Though it can operate independently, it normally functions as an extension of an existing air defense system. All data obtained aboard the plane can be relayed to a surface command post for display and decision making. The E-2C (Plus) Hawkeye thus gives the air defense commander the most complete, up-to-the-minute picture possible of the theater of operations. jf itp Z3l k 7v r3 t p ki Pi 559 | «? ■ HH The Fighting Blacklions of VF-213 were commissioned as a Navy Fighter Squadron on 22 June 1955 at NAS Moffett Field, California. The BLACKLIONS flew the F-2H3 Banshee during their first deployment aboard USS BON HOMME RICHARD (CV 31), then transitioned to the F-4D Skyray for their next two deployments on USS LEXINGTON (CV 16). By their third WESTPAC deployment aboard the ' LEX, they were flying the F-3H2 Demon, giving the squadron their first capability with the newly released AIM-7 Sparrow air-to-air missile. In December 1976, VF-213 transitioned to the Navys premier supersonic fighter - the F-14A tomcat. April 1982 found a new mission for the BLACKLIONS when they began training with the Tactical Air reconnaissance Pod System (TARPS). In September of that year, the squadron began their first deployment aboard USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65). During Indian Ocean operations, the BLACKLIONS again set the standard by flying the longest tasked carrier flight for a Tomcat when they completed a 1,775-mile TARPS mission. The BLACKLIONS were aboard the USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70) on its 1999 WESTPAC deployment to the Arabian Gulf. The BLACKLIONS have participated in Operation Desert Fox and have again made history by becoming the first U. S. combatants to ever launch an AIM-54C in combat, launching two missiles against Iraqi fighters violating the Iraqi No-Fly Zone. 367 jM -ar € NO PHOTO AVAILABLE iT CW03 J. M. Vanfossen AFCM(AW) R. J. Bargy CTMCM(SW) D. B. Sorge AMSC(AW) E. H. Frazier ATCS(AW) R. W. ZweimiUer I AEC(AW SW) E. Gonzalez AMHC(AW) D. A. Lyle AMHC(AW) B. E. Palmer ATC(AW) G. L. Pegg AMEC(AW) D. A. Reed ATC(AW) R. B. Scott 369 , IP9 m um T he world famous VFA-22 Fighting Redcocks, home based in Lemoore, Ca„ are led by CDR James Spence, a 1980 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy. The Executive Officer is CDR Warren Ryder, a 1977 graduate of Oregon State University. On January 31, 1999 CDR Spence passed command over to CDR Ryder, and CDR Townsend took over the duties as Executive Officer. Originally commissioned as Fighter Squadron SIXTY-THREE at NAS Norfolk, Virginia in 1948, they were redesignated as Attack Squadron TWENTY-TWO (VA-22) in July 1959. In May 1990 the Redcocks retired their A-7E Corsair lis, ending 20 years of service with that aircraft. Currently flying FA-18C Hornet, VFA-22 celebrated its 50th anniversary in August 1998. Today the squadron is comprised of 26 officers and 168 enlisted personnel. Their mission is to establish and maintain maximum combat readiness in order to conduct carrier-based power projection, air superiority and war-at-sea operations. The Fighting Redcocks have been called into action repeatedly over the years, including three combat deployments during the Korean War and six combat deployments during the Vietnam War. The squadron made operational history in December 1985 by being the first West Coast squadron to successfully launch an AGM-88 High Speed Anti-Radiation Missile (HARM), resulting in a direct hit. In May 1994 VFA-22 made history again by becoming one of the first West Coast F A-18 squadrons to integrate women into combat units. The Fighting Redcocks had a very successful WESTPAC, flying over 700 sorties in support of operations Southern Watch and Desert Fox. As a leading participant in every Battle Group evolution, no other fighter squadron projects power combat readiness better than the Fighting Redcocks of VFA-22. 379 4 m 4 0 Fighter Squadron NINETY-FOUR was established at NAS Alameda, California in 1952. Nicknamed the Mighty Shrikes, the squadron was named after a small carnivorous bird of prey that impales its victim on sharp thorns. The SHRIKES began flying the F4-U Corsair, but quickly transitioned to jet aircraft. For the next five years, the squadron received and flew the F7-U7, FJ-3, F9-F8, Fll-Fl Tiger, and FJ-4. The SHRIKES were redesignated as Light Attack Squadron NINETY-FOUR (VA-94) in 1958 and moved to NAS Lemoore, California in 1962. VA-94 aviators flew all models of the A-4 Skyhawk before transitioning to the A-7 Corsair II in February 1971. In the fall of 1989, The SHRIKES deployed aboard USS ENTERPRISE for the final time. After completing this world cruise that began in Alameda and ended in Norfolk, the SHRIKES retired their trusty, battle proven A-7E Corsairs. The highly successful deployment was marked by winning the COMNAVAIRPAC Battle 1 for 1989. On June 18 th 1990, the SHRIKES received their first FA-18C, Lot XII Hornet and on the 28 ,h , were redesignated Strike Fighter Squadron NINETY-FOUR (VFA-94). The Shrikes receive d the Joint Unit Meritorious Unit Commendation for their contribution during relief operations in the Philippine Islands in the wake of the Mount Pinatubo eruption. VFA-94 deployed aboard USS KITTY HAWK in October 1996 to the Arabian Gulf in support of Operation Southern Watch. On 13 May 1997, the SHRIKES transferred to the USS CARL VINSON. The 1998 99 Western Pacific and Arabian Gulf deployment aboard USS CARL VINSON marks VFA-94s 25 th cruise. The squadron has been awarded two Joint Meritorious Unit Awards, three Navy Unit Commendations, five Meritorious Unit Commendations, five Battle Efficiency Awards, two Navy Expeditionary Medals, and three Armed Forces Expeditionary Medals. -if m - IS .... ,?s ' : ' _ — w mm rrn r t Commissioned on 1 April, 1960, the World Famous Dragonfires of Sea Control Squadron TWENTY- NINE have protected the fleet on all major oceans of the globe with aggressive and imaginative tactical employment on the S-2 Tracker and the S3A B Viking. Since their maiden deployment in 1961 aboard USS Kearsarge, VS-29 has seen duty on a number of aircraft carriers, and been involved in many hot-spots including the Gulf of Tonkin during the War in Vietnam, the Republic of the Phillippines during Operation Southern Watch and Somalia during Operation Restore Hope. The history of the Dragonfires reads a bit like a glimpse into Whos Who in aviation milestones. In 1962 and ' 63 they assisted in the recovery of the Mercury space capsules. They were the first squadron of Vikings deployed to the Western Pacific. They were the First Vikings around the world on the USS Carl Vinson. The awards the squadron has amassed are impressive to say the least. CNO safety S in 1961, 73, 78, ' 83, ' 84 and ' 93. COMNAVAIRPAC Battle E in 1965, ' 66, 71, 73, 76, ' 81, ' 89 and ' 93. Golden Wrench in 1981, ' 90, and ' 94. CINCPACFLT Golden Anchor in 1993. 403 . 4 fraaoHfitei LT K. L. Eckmann LT B. E. Everhart LT J. S. Fine LT M. M. Fisher LT S. A. Hendrix LT L. W. Herter 404 l.T J. E R. Ubruzzo LT D. W. Lit., mm K ' :r r:n U R. A. Martinez H) D. B. Mitchell AZC(AW) B. M. Valsvik AWl(NAC) M. A. Bain AK1 A. D. Bernab AWl(NAC) T. J. Briggs AMSl(AW) E. M. Bulger 405 , w AW2(NAC) B. L. Wilcox AZ2 D. I. W I AMH3 J. N. Clark AK3 K. D. Cockrell PR3 W. D. Cortez 408 AMS3(AW) J. E. Cotter AZ3 L. L. Cousin J IjAC) E. S. Houtby | ' 3 D. S MUler dA MA dM IS3 D. P. Mitchell AD3 C. W. Nannenea AW3INAC) B. I. O ' Donnell AD3 C. W. Nannenga AW3(NAC) B. J. O ' Donnell AMH3 S. R. Penix AMS3 G. Quintanilla 409 j, 4 ' ■V. I • l i- E , R ' ay ., AMH3 M. A. Ray AMSj A G. ' Razo ABjAlV] R. B. shankweTleV All K AMH3 V C. Smith AMS3(AW) C. R. Smith AD3 E. S. Soleras AMS3 K. J. Strickland AMS3 M. L Weems k J AN J. L. Babcock ATAA T. A. Ball AZAN I. R. Brine MSSN R. L. Caddell ADAN M. AN A. R. Constantino ATAN J. J. Dehmlow AEAN R L. Farmer AEAN G. S. Head JW410 AN B. D. Jones 5- J HfeMM BMBBHMV r i fc ' — AOAN U Martinez ' _AN M. A. Martinez AN M. McDowell AN K. A. McNamara - AN M. P Me?a 411 M . ... v-« ;y a W-i VQ-5 leet Air Reconnaissance Squadron FIVE (VQ-5) flies the ES- 3A ShadoW. A highly modified version of the S-3 Viking airframe, the ES-3A was first introduced in 1992 as an organic battle group Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) aircraft. The Sea Shadows of VQ-5 are home based in San Diego, CA and provide two-plane detachments to all West Coast aircraft carriers. The ES-3A is a multi-mission aircraft in as far as SIGINT support can be provided to virtually every warfare commander. The aircraft employs a highly advanced suite of sensors designed to scour the electro-magnetic spectrum for any signals being used by a potential adversary. The exploitation of these signals can provide valuable information, allowing warfare commanders to make more informed decisions about how to counter any threat. The ES-3 A can be launched to perform reconnaissance against any foreign military presence out to 1,000 nautical miles (nm) from the Battle Group. Once the carrier comes within range of land, the Shadow performs an Indications And Warnings (IAW) role, providing the first notice of enemy activity in the airspace and seaspace surrounding the ship. Finally, the Shadow is an essential element of any power projection mission, adding the capability to warn strike aircraft of hostile aircraft and surface-to-air missiles and provide targeting information against enemy weapon systems. 415 , tea frk Oow MIUILU H ENS C. T. Starkweather ATCS(AW) J. C. Johnson ADl(AW) G. I. Barroga AMSl(AW) J. W. Hardy ATI(AW) E E. Hosterman AEl(AW) T. D. Hughes AEl(AW) R. D. McLaughlin CTT1 T. I 416 ' ( 1 I 1 ISV ATAN R. A. Webb ADAR G. R. Zapien -3f Ji y ?tfc H: omebased in sunny San Diego, California, the Providers ' of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron THIRTY (VRC-30), Detachment Two, _ _ deploy aboard the USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70) as part of Carrier I Air Wing ELEVEN. Led by their Officer-in-Charge, LCDR Brad Margeson I and Chief Petty Officer Francisco Pangilinan, Detachment Two is comprised I of 7 officers and 39 enlisted sailors who operate the Grummann C-2A aircraft. The C-2A aircraft is the essential lifeline to the Carl Vinson Battle Group 1 and is known for its flexibility and diverse mission. The C-2A is affectionately referred to as the COD for Carrier Onboard Delivery and is the worlds only platform capable of successfully performing carrier based long range logistic support. The outstanding performance of the COD allows crews to transfer up to ten thousand pounds of cargo or 28 passengers and can fly ranges in excess of 1,000 miles. In addition to its primary role as Carrier Onboard delivery, the COD is also the foundation for a myriad of other missions including medical evacuations and paradrop operations supporting Explosive Ordnance Disposal Teams, Marine Force Reconnaissance platoons, as well as SEAL insertions into low threat environments. The men and women of VRC-30, Detachment Two, routinely demonstrate their dynamic professionalism, remarkable flexibility and intense commitment towards mission accomplishment by successfully operating simultaneously between numerous foreign countries under varying geopolitical climates. During the most recent work-up cycle spanning only three short months and culminating with RIMPAC ' 98, Detachment Two safely and successfully transferred over 265,000 pounds of cargo, 109,000 pounds of mail and 3,275 Distinguished Visitors and passengers. Detachment Two began WESTPAC ' 99 in a flurry of success, maintaining a 100% sortie completion rate, flying over 120 flight hours to six different satellite logistical sites, including four foreign countries, Midway I sland and Hawaii. No other Naval Aviation command can lay claim to such wide-ranging successful contributions to Battle Group combat readiness, sustainability, and mission effectiveness than the Providers of VRC-30 Detachment TWO. 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PHC (5CW) Dan Durrant Editor in Cnief PHI (NAC) Patrick Muscutt Editor Cover Design T ' 0 If IN ml m .4 ■jp S£3h tfa an xjjflfl A s P Jose -iero PHZ Christophe r Hollawaij Layout and Dcoi n Snootcr Pt i ) Daniel ftassctt and Ph James Orosco Printer Snootcr ▼ „ I I . r - x wm I USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70) moors at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton, Wash, on May 6 after an arduous six-month deployment to the Arabian Gulf that took aircraft carrier and crew on a historic journey of over 47,000 miles which included participation in Operations Desert Fox and Southern Watch, he CARL VINSON departed Bremerton on November 6, 1998, and embarked Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN at San Diego on November 10 before heading west into hist Shortly after departing Singapore, Carl Vinson was ordered to make best speed to the Arabian Gulf, over 2,000 miles away. A true test of nuclear power, the carrier travele full speed through the Indian Ocean, arriving in t he Strait of Hormuz in the middle of the night of December 18, 1998. CARL VINSON transited through the Strait at 30 kn proceeded directly to their designated operating area and immediately launched a combat strike on the fourth and final day of Operation Desert Fox. The phrase ready on arri has never been more appropriate. Carl Vinson Battle Group surface ships USS PRINCETON (CG 54) and USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62) simultaneously launched TLAM cruise missiles, while Carrier Air V ELEVEN aircraft struck a half-dozen sites in southern Iraq using precision-guided munitions in the closing wave of attacks in Operation Desert Fox. History was also made v CARL VINSON participating in the longest stretch of combat operations since the Vietnam-era. The carrier and air wing team dropped more tons of ordnance than any other fo since Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Following Desert Fox, the Carl Vinson Battle Group settled into a combat routine supporting Operation Southern Watch, enforcing the Southern No-Fly Zone in Iraq conducting Maritime Interception Operations in accordance with United Nations sanctions. These operations included monitoring and boarding shipping entering and depai Iraq. Operation Southern Watch missions soon evolved from air patrols over Iraqi skies for No-Fly Zone violations to attacking ground-based military sites in response to flag violations of UN resolutions. Operation Southern Watch missions included multiple strikes against military targets, over a three-month period, using precision-guided weap and laser-guided munitions. Just before leaving the Arabian Gulf on March 19, CARL VINSON Sailors learned the ship earned the Naval Air Force Pacific Battle E award for 1998, topping a strong f as the best combat-ready carrier in the Pacific. Captain William A. Pokorny Jr. commands carrier Air Wing ELEVEN, the embarked air wing on board CARL VINSON and the punch of the carrier-air wing team. Air V 11 includes Fighter Squadron 213; Strike-Fighter Squadrons 94, 97 and 22; Fleet Air Reconnaisance Squadron 5; Electronic Attack Squadron 135; Helicopter Anti-Subma Squadron 6; Air Ann-Submarine Squadron 29; Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 30 Deta chment 2. The Carl Vinson Battle Group includes five ships homeported in San Diego: the guided missile cruisers USS ANTIETAM (CG 54) and USS PRINCETON (CG 59); the destro; USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62) and USS OLDENDORF (DD 972); and the frigate USS MCCLUSKY (FFG-41). The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS COLUMBUS (SSN 7 and USS PASADENA (SSN 752) are homeported in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; and the fast combat stores ship USS RAINIER (AOE 7) is homeported in Bremerton. Capt. 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