Artist rendoring of CVN 78
Monday, June 27, 2011
Analysis of the Navy’s Fiscal Year 2012 Shipbuilding Plan | Navy News at DefenseTalk
Analysis of the Navy’s Fiscal Year 2012 Shipbuilding Plan Navy News at DefenseTalk
Friday, June 24, 2011
Mullen sees risk in Obama’s Afghanistan plan - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
Mullen sees risk in Obama’s Afghanistan plan - Navy News News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
"Obama’s plan will leave 68,000 U.S. troops in Afghanistan after the drawdown. Most of those troops would gradually come home over the next two years, and the U.S. plans to close out its combat role in Afghanistan by 2015.
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton tacitly acknowledged the military had wanted more troops to remain for a longer period of time. And she said the keys to finally ending the conflict will be political negotiations with the Taliban leadership and managing a highly contentious relationship with Pakistan."
"Obama’s plan will leave 68,000 U.S. troops in Afghanistan after the drawdown. Most of those troops would gradually come home over the next two years, and the U.S. plans to close out its combat role in Afghanistan by 2015.
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton tacitly acknowledged the military had wanted more troops to remain for a longer period of time. And she said the keys to finally ending the conflict will be political negotiations with the Taliban leadership and managing a highly contentious relationship with Pakistan."
USS George H W Bush CVN 77 on station, USS Enterprise CVN 65 relieved
RED SEA (June 21, 2011) The Navy's oldest aircraft carrier, USS Enterprise (CVN 65), right, passes the Navy's newest aircraft carrier, USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), during a transit of the Strait of Bab el Mandeb. George H.W. Bush arrives in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility to take over operations for Enterprise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brooks B. Patton Jr./Released)
Friday, June 17, 2011
SAN DIEGO (June 15, 2011) Sailors man the rails as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) returns to homeport at Naval Base Coronado. Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 recently completed a deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)
USS San Antonio LPD 17, first in class, back after trials
NORFOLK (June 15, 2011) The amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD 17) returns to Naval Station Norfolk after completing the second phase of a two-part series of sea trails. The sea trials evaluated shipboard systems and developed crew proficiency. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)
Greenert tapped as next CNO - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
Greenert tapped as next CNO - Navy News News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
A submariner - great for the next USS Minnesota1
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Photos during the trip to the Keel Authentication ceremony
Pentagon 9/11 Memorial
Moore House - where Corwallis surrendered and our great experiement of democracy finally began
Keel Ceremony of PCU Arlington - just added this (US Navy Photo)
Keel Authentication Ceremony with Ships Sponsor (US Navy Photo)
Keel Authentication Ceremony of PCU Minnesota w/Twin Cities Council Navy League Members
Command Crew of PCU Minnesota with Jim Sillman, Navy League, Brian Skon, VP Twin Cities Council, Navy League, and Mike Alteri and his wife, Board of Directors, Twin Cities Council
Brian Skon, VP Twin Cities Council, Mike Alteri, BOD of Twin Cities Council, Jim Sillman, Twin Cities Council, Navy League
Jim Sillman, Twin Cities Council Navy League, Commanding Officer Cdr John Fancer, PCU Minnesota, Ship's Sponsor Mrs. Ellen Roughead, Brian Skon, VP Twin Cities Council Navy League, and Lt. Cdr. Craig Hempeck, XO PCU Minnesota
Monday, May 16, 2011
Welcome Home!
NORFOLK (May 16, 2011) The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) returns to Naval Station Norfolk after completing a nine-month deployment. Kearsarge was the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and supported maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rafael Martie/Released)
BELLE CHASSE, La. (May 6, 2011) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, perform at the 2011 N'awlins Airshow at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Belle Chasse during New Orleans Navy Week, one of 21 Navy Weeks planned across America in 2011. Navy Weeks are designed to show Americans the investment they have made in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Mark O'Donald/Released)
Monday, May 9, 2011
This is a party that would have been great to be at!
BATH, Maine (May 7, 2011) The 62nd Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, Pre-commissioning Unit (PCU) Michael Murphy (DDG 112) is christened during a ceremony in Bath, Maine. (U.S. Navy photos Chief Mass Communication Specialist Tiffini Jones Vanderwyst/Released)
Sunday, May 8, 2011
For Immediate Release - the start of the start!
The Navy League of the United States, Twin Cities Council announces the Keel Authentication Ceremony for the future USS Minnesota SSN 783!
On Friday, May 20, 2011 at 12:00 noon the Keel Authentication Ceremony will take place at the Huntington Ingalls Industries shipyard in Newport News, VA www.huntingtoningalls.com.
- In July 2008, the United States Navy announced that our state would be honored by having a warship named ‘Minnesota.’ Not since 1922 have we had a US Navy warship named after our state.
- Officially known as Precommissioning Unit (PCU) Minnesota, the Virginia-class fast attack submarine will receive its ‘USS’ designator once commissioned (estimated in June 2013).
- The Keel Authentication Ceremony is a time-honored tradition that includes having the signature of the Ships Sponsor welded into the keel of this ship. The Sponsor then announces that ‘the keel is truly and fairly laid.’
- This ceremony marks the first in three major milestones of bringing PCU Minnesota to the fleet.
- PCU Minnesota is being built in the same shipyard as the previous two USS Minnesota’s, and just five miles from one of the most famous naval battles in history that prominently featured the first USS Minnesota in the Civil War (the famed ‘Minnesota’ connection we see in many news stories).
- Please visit the new website www.ussminnesotassn783.com (the commissioning committee website) for additional information.
- Attending the ceremony from the Twin Cities Council:
- Dave Hutton, USN Ret., President, Twin Cities Council, and Co-Chair of USS Minnesota Commissioning Committee (USMCC)
- Brian Skon, Vice President, Twin Cities Council, Vice Chair USMCC
- Mike Alteri, USN Ret., Board of Directors, Twin Cities Council and member USMCC
- Jim Sillman, USN Ret., member Navy League and USMCC
- Please contact President Dave Hutton (hutton@commandstrategies.com) or Vice President Brian Skon (bdskon@fedex.com) if you have additional questions
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Navy celebrates century of aviation with historic paint jobs
http://hamptonroads.com.nyud.net/2011/04/navy-celebrates-century-aviation-historic-paint-jobs
A fresh coat of history
Navy aircraft aren’t exactly known for their fashionable colors. But this year, to celebrate the century-long union of Navy ships and aircraft, squadrons across the country have traded their drab paint for something a bit splashier. Each participating squadron has painted one of its aircraft in a pattern inspired by a historic plane or helicopter. Here’s a look at some of the fancy warbirds and their famous forbears.
Navy aircraft aren’t exactly known for their fashionable colors. But this year, to celebrate the century-long union of Navy ships and aircraft, squadrons across the country have traded their drab paint for something a bit splashier. Each participating squadron has painted one of its aircraft in a pattern inspired by a historic plane or helicopter. Here’s a look at some of the fancy warbirds and their famous forbears.
HMS Caroline may yet be saved - last survivor of Jutland
http://www.military-times.co.uk/articles/hms-caroline-may-be-saved.htm
When it was announced in the March issue of Military Times that the decommissioned light-cruiser HMS Caroline was going to be scrapped and turned into razorblades, there was an understandable call to arms. Read Dominic Tweedle’s original article here
But now, thanks to the hard work of, among others, Dr Dominic Tweddle, Director-General of the National Museum of the Royal Navy, the museum’s Board of Trustees has resolved to accept the day-to-day responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the otherwise doomed vessel.
When it was announced in the March issue of Military Times that the decommissioned light-cruiser HMS Caroline was going to be scrapped and turned into razorblades, there was an understandable call to arms. Read Dominic Tweedle’s original article here
But now, thanks to the hard work of, among others, Dr Dominic Tweddle, Director-General of the National Museum of the Royal Navy, the museum’s Board of Trustees has resolved to accept the day-to-day responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the otherwise doomed vessel.
Navy suspends command's ship-repair oversight
The Navy has suspended the oversight authority of the local command responsible for supervising ship repairs done by private contractors.
The command, called Norfolk Ship Support Activity, has headquarters at Norfolk Naval Station. Staffed by both sailors and civilians, it oversees all maintenance work done by private companies on Navy surface ships in the mid-Atlantic region.
By suspending the command's oversight authority - formally known as its "technical warrant" - the Navy essentially is saying it no longer trusts Norfolk Ship Support Activity to make sure work by contractors is being done properly.
http://hamptonroads.com.nyud.net/2011/04/navy-suspends-commands-shiprepair-oversight-0
The command, called Norfolk Ship Support Activity, has headquarters at Norfolk Naval Station. Staffed by both sailors and civilians, it oversees all maintenance work done by private companies on Navy surface ships in the mid-Atlantic region.
By suspending the command's oversight authority - formally known as its "technical warrant" - the Navy essentially is saying it no longer trusts Norfolk Ship Support Activity to make sure work by contractors is being done properly.
http://hamptonroads.com.nyud.net/2011/04/navy-suspends-commands-shiprepair-oversight-0
Friday, April 15, 2011
Commissioning of USS Gravely DDG 107 taken by Brian Skon (VP Twin Cities Navy League) in November 2010.
Great video - uh, watch for first officer or chief over the brow hit the deck - oops!
Monday, April 11, 2011
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Solution for Piracy 'Scourge' Remains Elusive - Defense News
Solution for Piracy 'Scourge' Remains Elusive - Defense News Not if you attack their bases........................
Friday, April 8, 2011
Thursday, April 7, 2011
US Navy Status
Ships and Submarines | ||
Deployable Battle Force Ships: 287 | ||
Ships Underway (away from homeport): 154 ships (54% of total) | ||
On deployment: 122 ships (43% of total) | ||
Attack submarines underway (away from homeport): 32 subs (59%) | ||
On deployment: 26 subs (48%) | ||
Ships Underway | ||
Carriers: | ||
USS Enterprise (CVN 65) - 5th Fleet | ||
USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) - 5th Fleet | ||
USS George Washington (CVN 73) - Yellow Sea | ||
USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) - Pacific Ocean | ||
USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) - Pacific Ocean | ||
Amphibious Warfare Ships: | ||
USS Essex (LHD 2) - Pacific Ocean | ||
USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) - Mediterranean Sea | ||
USS Boxer (LHD 4) - 5th Fleet | ||
USS Bataan (LHD 5) - Atlantic Ocean | ||
USS Makin Islnd (LHD 8) - Pacific Ocean | ||
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
2 dead as Super Hornet crashes near Lemoore - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
2 dead as Super Hornet crashes near Lemoore - Navy News News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times Please keep the families on your prayers.....................today, we are all shipmates with those families
Happy 111th Birthday, U.S. Submarine Force!
Like a prairie dog peeking from its burrow, John P. Holland, arguably the father of the modern submarine, looks up from the conning tower of his invention after its construction in
1897.
In 1900, this boat, the sixth he built, was purchased by the U.S. government and became the USS Holland (SS-1), the first submarine in the United States Navy. Mr. Holland designed and built the sub to his own specifications and at his own expense, and became known at "The Father of the Modern Submarine". Circa 1900.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Aircraft carrier may leave Japan for repairs - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
Aircraft carrier may leave Japan for repairs - Navy News News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times Update on condition of USS George Washington CVN 73
The United States Submarine Veterans Announce the 2013 National Convention will be in Rochester, MN!
2013 NATIONAL CONVENTION INFORMATION.
The Minneapolis/St. Paul Base of USSVI and the City of Rochester MN invite you to the 2013 Joint National Convention of the USSVI and the U.S. Submarine Veterans of WW2 to be held in Rochester, the home of the World Famous Mayo Clinic. The Convention will run from August 25, through September 2, 2013. The Host Hotel will be the KAHLER GRAND in Downtown Rochester. Boat Reunions will be held at the DOUBLETREE HOTEL. These locations provide access to all of downtown with its many shops and restaurants and the Mayo Clinic. Most of which is connected by Skyways. Website will be up soon, Reservations will be accepted in early 2012. The Convention Chairman is D.C. (Andy) Anderson STS2 (SS) acelect@emily.net
TCCNL Board says: This is GREAT news as we look to commission PCU Minnesota SSN 783. We are thrilled that they've chosen Rochester for their National Convention. The US Navy is likely going to commission PCU Minnesota in September 2013 so this will be a great add on event!
The Minneapolis/St. Paul Base of USSVI and the City of Rochester MN invite you to the 2013 Joint National Convention of the USSVI and the U.S. Submarine Veterans of WW2 to be held in Rochester, the home of the World Famous Mayo Clinic. The Convention will run from August 25, through September 2, 2013. The Host Hotel will be the KAHLER GRAND in Downtown Rochester. Boat Reunions will be held at the DOUBLETREE HOTEL. These locations provide access to all of downtown with its many shops and restaurants and the Mayo Clinic. Most of which is connected by Skyways. Website will be up soon, Reservations will be accepted in early 2012. The Convention Chairman is D.C. (Andy) Anderson STS2 (SS) acelect@emily.net
TCCNL Board says: This is GREAT news as we look to commission PCU Minnesota SSN 783. We are thrilled that they've chosen Rochester for their National Convention. The US Navy is likely going to commission PCU Minnesota in September 2013 so this will be a great add on event!
Navy books 3 warships for repairs in San Diego
Sunday, April 3, 2011
http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/2011/mar/31/navy-books-3-warships-repairs-san-diego/
Ship repair, upgrade and launch schedule
| Date | Vessel | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 13-Apr | USS Bonhomme Richard | Leaves dry dock at NASSCO |
| 16-Apr | USNS William McLean | Launch set for NASSCO |
| 29-Apr | USS Curts | Arrives at NASSCO for repairs |
| 29-Apr | USS Vandegrift | Arrives at NASSCO for repairs |
| 5-May | USS Benfold | Leaves dry dock at BAE |
| 14-May | USS Pearl Harbor | Arrives at NASSCO |
| 27-Jun | USS Freedom | Arrives at BAE |
B-1B Crew Recalls Epic Mission to Libya
A B-1B Lancer takes off in support Operation Odyssey Dawn from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., March 27. This mission marked the first time the B-1 fleet has launched combat sorties from the continental United States to strike targets overseas.
B-1B crew recalls epic mission to Libya - Air Force News News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Air Force Times Even though we are partial to the US Navy, we give an 'atta boy' to the US Air Force. Way to go guys!
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Refurbished US Frigate Transferred to Pakistan Navy | Navy News at DefenseTalk
Refurbished US Frigate Transferred to Pakistan Navy Navy News at DefenseTalk In case you haven't heard, this is the one that - some sailor, uh Pakastani sailor, put the ship in gear at FULL POWER, pier side, not following procedures, putting a big dent in the bow, the pier in front of it, ripped some rope and other assorted damage. Nice...... wonder if that captain was relieved
Friday, April 1, 2011
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
P-3C, A-10 fire on Libyan patrol vessels - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
P-3C, A-10 fire on Libyan patrol vessels - Navy News News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times I bet our President Dave Hutton (who used to fly P-3's) wishes he was flying this P-3............
Monday, March 28, 2011
UK aircraft carrier for sale on Internet - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
A Proud Lady..............Fair Winds..............
Royal Navy's decline in a picture
ex-HMS Invincible with HMS Ark Royal awaiting her fate (what's the status of HMS Illustrious?)
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)