Enterprise (CVN 65) - Naval Cruise Book

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imunicators of USS Enterprise for your around-the-clock outstanding communications performance and can do coordination, Youi professionalism and dedication are unmatcfied. The steady growth of HF termination message totals, both send and receive, and the consistently high circuit reliability you achieved, reflect a dynamic training program and the pursuit of excellence. Your technical controllers and message center operators are the best we ' ve worked with to date in carrier battle group HF operations Your rapid identification of areas of concern and subsequent resolution coordination were impressive. In working with Enterprise our communicators have gained valuable training and ex perience and we look ard to your return Bravo Zulu The following message was sent by Commodore R.K. Squibb. Commanding Officer. Navy JAviation Supply Office. Philadelphia. Pa . to CAPT Leuschner Now that Enterprise s ' deployment is drawing to a successful close I would like to pass on my congratulations for the impressive logistics support effort turned in by your ship s company and air wing personnel While I do not hesitate to claim ASO s share of the credit for Enterprise s impressive performance as will other echelons of the logistics system, it is always the men on the scene, the ship s company and air wing personnel, who ultimately determine the success or failure of a deployment In Enterprise ' s case, the teamwork and execution displayed by these key players m providing exceptional support to the aircraft of CVW-1 1 has been exemplary I take this opportunity to salute you. your officers, and your crew for that unique achievement Welcome home CDR R.A. Kelletle Jr., Commanding Officer of Attack Squadron 22. paid tribute to the maintenance support provided by the men of Enterprise during the aircraft swapout by saying; tfhe support and cooperation that MMO has given the Fighting Redcocks during our recent Kraft transfer has been nothing less than outstanding AIMD Ordnance Branch recon- amoned 63 Bru lOs The Avionics Division contributed significantly to the squadron going from one up radar system to seven in a matter of three days IM2 Division expedited processing on numerous airframes components enabling us to rapidly improve the material condition of our newly accepted aircraft The Supply Department has excelled in expediting the ordering and delivery of vital parts The professionalism and cooperative attitude display- ed by members of our ship is but another fine example of the unbeatable ENTERPRISE CVW- 11 Team in action Thank you for the support. We could not have done it without you. HADM E.R. Kohn Jr., Commander, U S. Naval Forces. Philippines, noted with pleasure ributions of more than S6.000 by his former shipmates to aid tyhpoon disaster relief operations As usual, the Big E came through in sterling fashion. Your most recent donation to the typhoon disaster relief fund is a further example of the unparalleled humanitar- lanism of the men of Enterprise and Carrier Air Wing Eleven. Their selfless generosity and demonstrated willingness to help our Filipino friends are commendable On behalf of our Phbors in the Philippines. I extend thanks and well done! From RADM Richard L. Slater, Deputy Judge Advocate General of the Navy, came a congratulatory message concerning the Combined Federal Campaign: The results of the 1 984 CFC have come to my attention Once again the Big E has demonstrated that its spirit and drive cannot be topped As a recent alumnus of the San Francisco CFC Committee, I want to Bend to you (CAPT Leuschner) and your crew a hearty well done For the LT JG Bruce Carrier Memorial Award for Excellence In Maintenance — Strongly endorse nomination of VA-94 to be the recipient of the LTJG Bruce Carrier t( lemorial Award. Having closely observed VA-94 ' s performance during their 1984 Seventh Fleet deployment, they are with obvious choice for this award. They supported the battle group with standout FMC MC rates and remarkable tanker availability. The outstanding results of their post-cruise corrosion inspection is a testament to their emphasis on quality maintenance. Whenever there was a need for a Corsair, the ' Mighty Shrikes ' were always there. Strongly recommend their selection forthe LTJG Bruce Carrier Memorial Award. RADM JR. Batzler, Commander, Carrier Group Three For Safety VA-94 — The officers and men of VA-94 are congratulated for tying with VFA-113forthe COMLATWINGPAC Quarterly Safe- ty Award for a deployed squadron. This is their second con- secutive award. Their professional performance, attention to detail and all-hands involvement combined with aggressive and supportive leadership create safety awareness and posi- tive results. 1984 CNO Annual Safety Award VA-94 — Most enthusiastically endorse the ' Mighty Shrikes ' of VA-94 for the 1984 CNO Annual Safety Award. Continually a leader in air wing operational statistics, VA-94 is also the pacesetter in the area of safety awareness. Embarked over 70 percent of the year, the ' Shrikes ' had over 5.600 hours and 2,480 traps, 40 percent at night. VA-94 had an umble- mished safety and FOD record, which became increasingly significant considering the challenging conditions inherent to Battle Flex Deck where maintenance is performed simul- taneously with the launch and recovery of aircraft day and night. The squadron ' s outstanding maintenance efforts were rewarded with superior FMC MC rates, outstanding corrosion control inspections and the highest air wing sortie completion rate for WestPac ' 84. Flexibility and determination to meet or exceed goals have been the key elements which mark the most successful squadrons during BED. VA-94 aggressively pur- sued and developed methods to maximize training without compromising safety. Tactically aggressive, the squadron rewrote air wing procedures, developed inter-squadron train- ing and was directly responsible for Increasing air wing com- bat readiness. A most positive command climate and active safety awareness permeate all levels of the squadron. VA-94 has my strongest possible recommendation for the CNO Annual Aviation Safety Award. Commander, Carrier Air Wing Eleven VS-21 — Most strongly recommend the ' Redtails ' of VS-21 for the 1984 CNO Annual Safety Award. VS-21 continues to lead the air wing with their operational accomplishments. Ninety percent of all their award period flight time has been embarked with 33 percent at night. A zero FOD rate, four individuals named CNAP ' Pro of the Week ' and numerous aircraft software and NATOPS procedural change proposals, the Redtails remain in the forefront of the safety arena. While deployed, 36 hours a month per aircrew, zero mishaps and zero personnel injuries typified their perfor- mance. With over 60,000 hours since the last flight mishap and an extremely positive and professional command climate, VS-21 is most deserving of the CNO Annual Safety Award. Commander, Carrier Air Wing Eleven RADM Joseph C. Clifton Award VF-213 — The ' Black Lions ' of VF-213 have attained excell- ence during this competitive cycle in all mission areas, from outer air battle defense to photo recon, and have become the pacesetters of West Coast fighter squadrons. The Black Lions nave established impressive operational records, accom- plished with dynamic leadership and a strong sense of pride and professionalism on the part of each member of the squad- ron. High retention and advancement rates reflect the fighter spirit and high morale prevalent throughout VF-213. Their special achievements in weapons deployment and tactical innovations spanned a Western Pacific deployment with 81 percent of this competitive cycle embarked operating in Battle Flex Deck. Their emphasis on combat readiness combined with their superb professional performance have earned the Black Lions my strongest possible endorsement for the Admiral Clifton Award. ' Commander, Carrier Air Wing Eleven 135

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