Ranger (CV 61) - Naval Cruise Book

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OED Division OED Division is responsible for the maintenance required to keep the hundreds of computer systems on RANGER working properly. These systems range in size and complexity from simple desk top Zenith Z-I20's to major systems like the Naval Tactical Data System or the Flag Data Display System. Each system has its unique equipment and serves a vital role in processing data for its user. Some systems provide RANGER, COMCA RGRU ONE and the battle group with rapid accurate informa- tion on the tactical situation in a supersonic warfare environment. Other systems, like the Shipboard Non-Tactical Automatic Processing System QSNAPJ manage millions of pieces ofdata on supply and maintenance. The divisions 37 technicians concentrate their efforts on preventive maintenance to minimize system problems. Each man must be skilled in electronics, computer mathematics and logic systems. When a display or computer does fail, all attention focuses on the Data Systems Technicians to find and repair the malfunction quickly. LT P. Dewinter DSCS F. Wible Es- - 9 1 DSC M. McDaniel DSI A. Aguilar DSI D. Bishop DSI T. Buska DSI D. Curtis DSI J. Regacho lui DS2 A. Alcantar DS2 T. Barry DS2 N. Flores DS2 D. Hutton I .1.., ' 1

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C D ' ' ' Just as carrier aviation exerts heightened demands on pilots, it also exacts special pressures on the men who serve in OC Div- isions Carrier Air Traffic Control Center ICATCCI. Often called the Heartbeat ofthe carrier. CATCC controllers must guide the aircraft flying high above down to the flight deck in all types of weather. and no room for error. To meet its mission. CATCC is divided into Air Operations, Carrier Controlled Approach CCCAJ and Air Transportation Branches. Air Operations is the central coordination agency for all flight operations. Execution ofthe air plan, fuel management. and overall responsibility ofall aircraft operation within 50 miles ofthe carrier rests with the Air Operations Officer. Air Transportation ensures the timely movement of personnel, equipment. mail and supplies: thus an essential element in the battle readiness and crew morale of the entire battle group. CCA sequences aircraft in the proper landing order and provides the necessary control and information to ensure a safe landing. Utilizing state-of-the-art equipment. CCA can electronically guide an aircraft to the deck in all weather conditions. Often compared to civilian controllers. CATCC controllers are a different breed. With reduced separation and a Runway that constantly moves. most civilian controllers shudder in awe when xiewing recoveries as RANGER guests. Nerves of steel and the ability to make rapid decisions make Navy CATCC controllers the finest Air Traffic Controllers in the world. As. ,- ga- fl -uni 1-44 .... rr:2 , Ea J 1 If - l if I . F , k::a f-ff I ng, Nl T -. 1 I I l RS? LCDR J. McQuiston LCDR D. Arms LCDR P. Mahaffey LCDR G. Leduc ACC T. Housworth ACI J. Facer ACI C McMakin ACI G. Oglesby ACI D. Shea AC2 J. Johnson AC2 J. Martin AC2 l. Palmer AC3 W. Kenny AC3 T. Lawrence AC3 M. Maye AC3 R. McNeil AC3 B. Wells AC3 S. Wells ACAN T. Ellis ACAN J. Femandez ACAN N. Fetz ACAN C. Fitzgerald ACAN M. Free ACAN R. Henry ACAN J. sniaef ACAN B, waddang ACAN L. winseu 115

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