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Bullhorn #9 ANAers!! Your national organization continues to grow, albeit slowly – that said, your efforts to renew memberships and to sign up new members are greatly helping. Membership, membership!!! ANA IN ACTION - In addition to our Board of Directors now being established and functioning, we have a vibrant Action Committee working on day-to-day issues that cover the board from MEMBERSHIP, to interaction with other ANA-like organizations to develop synergy in our efforts to promote Naval Aviation, to working to revitalize our few dormant squadrons, to whatever membership calls for. Your inputs are greatly desired – just write Zip at goldwings@verizon.net or me at svwindmills@erols.com. TAILHOOK - HOOK has graciously given ANA a booth at HOOK ‘07, 6-9 September in Reno, NV (http://www.tailhook.net/THRegistration_12Apr.pdf) . In addition, they are providing ANA a suite in which we can greet ANA members and hold meetings. If you are attending this coming HOOK, please let us know (Zip at goldwings@verizon.net or me at svwindmills@erols.com) so we can make plans for the suite. SQUADRON ROSTERS - We can provide the squadrons with rosters of their membership (in an MS Excel file) as it is reflected in our membership database. Lead-time from request to email to you is, generally, a couple of days. Anyone desiring such a roster, please contact me at svwindmills@erols.com or our membership office at anahqtr@aol.com. WINGS OF GOLD – Our Editor, Zip Rausa, has put the finishing touches on the SUMMER edition, yet another fantastic issue. Please watch your mailbox !!! CHANGES OF ADDRESS FOR SNOW-BIRDS – We have received a number of requests for address changes for persons going north for the summer, then returning south for the winter. We are most happy to make the changes but do not have the capability to make the database do that automatically. So, when you want to have your address changed in the spring, then again in the fall, please notify our membership office each time at the snail mail or email address listed in the signature block. BOOKS-FOR-DONATION - We still have the ‘books-for-donation’ offer – $100 for a copy of “Aircraft Carriers At War” personally inscribed by the author, our Chairman of the Board, ADM James Holloway, III, USN (Ret) And $50 for a copy of “Prisoner At War”, the story of CAPT Richard “Beak” Stratton, famous POW during Viet Nam.Either book can be obtained by check or VISA or MasterCard sent to me at the address in the signature block below. 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF NAVAL AVIATION – May 2011 marks the date! ANA is working to support our Active Duty Naval Aviation folks to make that landmark as meaningful and memorable as possible. Mark your calendars and stand by for NEWS! NEWS - A number of news articles of interest follow in the text below and are, also, in the attachment (MS Word). Regrettably, news of aviation activity in the CENTCOM/IRAQ AOR has been spotty at best. We will continue ‘mining’ all the sources we can find to get the latest for you. Best regards to all – ‘every member get a member’!!!
Dutch Rauch Executive Director and Editor, WINGS OF GOLD = Zip at goldwings@verizon.net “…to educate and encourage an interest among the general public as to the importance of Naval Aviation in the defense of the United States and its allies….” NEWS ITEMS: Bud Kretsinger, a long-time very active member of ANA passed on 15 July 2007. A service to celebrate the life of Bud Kretsinger will be held on Wednesday, August 1st, at 11AM, at Mariners Church, located at the corner of Newport Coast Dr. and Bonita Canyon Dr. in Irvine. 5001 Newport Coast Dr., Irvine, California 92603-0164. A reception will be held following the service at the Turtle Ridge clubhouse, which is across the street from Mariners church. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ AIRPOWER SUMMARY FOR JULY 9 Release Date: 7/10/2007 Description: SOUTHWEST ASIA — Coalition airpower supported Coalition ground forces in Iraq and the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan in the following operations July 9, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. In Afghanistan, a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle released Guided Bomb Unit-12s and cannon fire on a compound and tree line near Garmsir. The Coalition ground commander requested the use of airpower through a Joint Terminal Attack Controller. The JTAC reported desired results were achieved. An F-15E conducted a show of force over Qalat to deter enemy activity. A JTAC reported the flyover was successful. A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer provided shows of presence with flares for a forward operating base and a Coalition convoy near Orgun-E. A Royal Air Force Harrier GR-7 conducted intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance of locations suspected of enemy activity in Gereshk. In total, 43 close air support missions were flown in support of the International Security Assistance Force and Afghan security forces, reconstruction activities and route patrols. Ten U.S. Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance aircraft flew missions in support of operations in Afghanistan. Additionally, two Royal Air Force aircraft performed tactical reconnaissance. In Iraq, U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons dropped GBU-38s on a bridge being used by insurgents in Al Muqdadiyah. Other F-16s provided a show of force with flares to make insurgents aware of air presence in the area. The pilots also watched over a possible improvised explosive device factory. Also in Al Muqdadiyah, a B-1B dropped multiple GBU-38s and GBU-31s on footbridges being used by insurgents. The bridges were destroyed by the bombs. A U.S. Air Force MQ-1B Predator hit an enemy target with a hellfire missile in Al Amarah. U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt IIs destroyed a boat with cannon rounds in Salman Pak. The boat was being used to transport weapons. Other A-10s conducted two shows of force with multiple flares to gain control of an area where a vehicle had taken heavy fire from insurgents in Baghdad. The shows of force were reported as successful. Also in Baghdad, F-16s provided multiple shows of force for a convoy and friendly forces who had taken fire. The F-16s also looked for IED and mortar positions in the area. F-16s provided shows of force to deter enemy activities in Al Diwaniyah and Al Musayyib. The shows of force were to stop IED emplacers and insurgents from firing on a convoy. Both shows of force had good effects. In total, Coalition aircraft flew 52 close air support missions for Operation Iraqi Freedom. These missions supported Coalition ground forces, protected key infrastructure, provided over watch for reconstruction activities and helped to deter and disrupt terrorist activities. Sixteen Air Force and Navy ISR aircraft flew missions in support of operations in Iraq. Additionally, five Air Force and Navy fighter aircraft performed tactical reconnaissance. U.S. Air Force C-130s and C-17s provided intra-theater heavy airlift support, helping to sustain operations throughout Afghanistan, Iraq and the Horn of Africa. Approximately 154 airlift sorties were flown; more than 585 tons of cargo was delivered, and approximately 2,410 passengers were transported. This included approximately 16,126 pounds of troop re-supply air-dropped in Afghanistan. Coalition C-130 crews from Australia, Canada, Iraq, Japan and Korea flew in support of operations in Afghanistan or Iraq. On July 8, U.S. Air Force, Royal Air Force and Republic of Singapore Air Force aerial refueling crews flew 46 sorties and off-loaded approximately 2.3 million pounds of fuel to 198 receiving aircraft. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 13 July 2007
BY: , SAF/PAO Airpower Summary for July 11 SOUTHWEST ASIA — Coalition airpower supported Coalition ground forces in Iraq and the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan in the following operations July 11, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here. In Afghanistan, U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt IIs hit a compound and insurgents with a general-purpose 500 pound bomb and a Guided Bomb Unit-38 in Tarin Kowt. The weapons impacted their targets. The pilots also fired cannon rounds at enemies in a truck and performed multiple shows of force over the area. Another A-10 provided a show of force with flares to show air presence over Garmsir. A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle provided a show of force with multiple flares to deter enemy activity after a convoy was struck by a mine in Gereshk. There were no attacks reported after the show of force. A-10s showed force with multiple flares to stop a suspected ambush on Coalition forces in Uruzgan. There were no attacks after the show of force. In total, 31 close air support missions were flown in support of the International Security Assistance Force and Afghan security forces, reconstruction activities and route patrols. Ten U.S. Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance aircraft flew missions in support of operations in Afghanistan. Additionally, two Royal Air Force aircraft performed tactical reconnaissance. In Iraq, a U.S. Air Force MQ-1B Predator hit insurgents with a hellfire missile in Ad Diwaniyah. The missile hit its intended targets. The attack came after the insurgents were spotted planting improvised explosive devices. U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons monitored IED activity in Salman Pak. A Royal Air Force Tornado GR-4 conducted a show of force over an IED detonation site in Baquba. The show of force was called successful by the Joint Terminal Attack Controller. F-16s fired cannon rounds at insurgents in a palm grove in Baquba. F-16s also monitored sniper and mortar activity in the area. Other F-16s provided over-watch for Coalition forces who were raiding a building in Bayji. Another GR-4 showed force with flares over Baghdad after an Army AH-64 Apache destroyed a truck carrying a mortar team. The show of force was to dissipate the crowd that had gathered after the explosion. Also in Baghdad, an F-16 provided a show of force over a forward operating base after it had been attacked. Other F-16s looked for mortar teams in the area. In Najaf, A-10s conducted shows of force firing multiple flares over a hostile crowd near an area mosque. In total, Coalition aircraft flew 50 close air support missions for Operation Iraqi Freedom. These missions supported Coalition ground forces, protected key infrastructure, provided over watch for reconstruction activities and helped to deter and disrupt terrorist activities. Sixteen Air Force and Navy ISR aircraft flew missions in support of operations in Iraq. Additionally, five Air Force and Navy fighter aircraft performed tactical reconnaissance. U.S. Air Force C-130s and C-17s provided intra-theater heavy airlift support, helping to sustain operations throughout Afghanistan, Iraq and the Horn of Africa. Approximately 170 airlift sorties were flown; more than 455 tons of cargo was delivered, and approximately 2,310 passengers were transported. This included approximately 13,022 pounds of troop re-supply air-dropped in Afghanistan. Coalition C-130 crews from Australia, Canada, Iraq and Japan flew in support of operations in Afghanistan or Iraq. On July 10, U.S. Air Force, Royal Air Force, French Air Force aerial refueling crews flew 46 sorties and off-loaded approximately 2.4 million pounds of fuel to 213 receiving aircraft. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Press Release
Number: E200707031
03-Jul-07
By Drema Ballengee-Grunst July 10, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Release #150-07 Enterprise Begins Transit Toward 5th Fleet From U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/U.S. 5th Fleet Public Affairs MANAMA, Bahrain – The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) departed Naval Station Norfolk to begin transiting to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. Currently USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) and USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Carrier Strike Groups (CSG) are operating within 5th Fleet. Deploying the Enterprise CSG to the region continues to demonstrate the United States commitment to security and stability in the region. Along with ships, Enterprise CSG will execute a wide range of operations and exercise its full capabilities. These maritime capabilities include anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, anti-mine warfare, air defense, air strike capability and missile defense. These ships can also support humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. “The complex operational environment here, especially during these challenging times, requires a strong presence in the region,” reports Vice Admiral Kevin Cosgriff, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/U.S. 5th Fleet. “Enterprise Carrier Strike Group provides us with the right assets at the right time as we continue to strengthen regional relationships that contribute directly to stability and the free flow of commerce in the region. Enterprise presence provides Navy power to counter the assertive, disruptive and coercive behavior of some countries, as well as support our soldiers and Marines in Iraq and Afghanistan.” The Enterprise CSG is comprised of the carrier Enterprise and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1, USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98), USS James E. Williams (DDG 95), USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51), USS Gettysburg (CG 64), USS Stout (DDG 55), USS Philadelphia (SSN 690) and USNS Supply (T-AOE 6). Regular deployments of the strike groups to the Middle East are not designed to provoke any of the Gulf countries. However, the carrier and her escorts will assert their right to operate throughout the region. These ships can operate together as one single strike force or dispersed to execute multiple missions simultaneously. Maritime operations help set the conditions for security and stability and complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of littoral nations. Coalition forces conduct maritime operations under international maritime conventions to ensure security and safety in international waters so that commercial shipping and fishing can occur safely in the region. Commander, U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations encompasses about 2.5 million square miles of water and includes the Arabian Gulf, Arabian Sea, Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Gulf of Oman and parts of the Indian Ocean. This expanse includes three critical waterways: Suez Canal, Strait of Hormuz and Strait of Bab al Mandeb.
070707-N-1713L-032 NORFOLK, Va. (July 7, 2007)
- Tugboats assist USS Enterprise (CVN 65) as the ship departs Naval
Station Norfolk for a scheduled deployment. The Enterprise Carrier
Strike Group deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group
along with the guided missile destroyers USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51),
USS Stout (DDG 55), USS James .E. Williams (DDG 95) and USS Forrest
Sherman (DDG 98). The guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64),
homeported in Mayport, Fla., and the nuclear- powered submarine USS
Philadelphia (SSN 690), homeported in Groton, Conn., are also part
of the strike group.
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Lolita
Lewis +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Wall Street Journal De Gustibus Naval Gazing: A Top Gun Fantasy Comes True By Bret Stephens Aboard the USS Harry S Truman -- An hour before dusk, the air crew of the USS Truman -- several hundred men and women of every rank and job description -- gathers at the front end of the deck to walk its 1,100 foot length, looking for tiny pieces of debris. A stray piece of metal sucked into the intake of a fighter jet could cause catastrophic damage to the plane and the pilot and terrible damage to the ship. "We don't think of this as a dangerous business," says Rear Adm. Bill Gortney, an F-18 pilot who also commands the Truman's battle group of cruisers, destroyers and submarines. "It's just a terribly unforgiving one." On this particular evening, however, the rigors of Navy life seem briefly to melt away. From the foredeck I see a school of dolphins leaping from the water; off to starboard, whales are just breaking the surface. The deck is nearly clear except for a detachment of Seahawk helicopters that has returned from an anti-submarine warfare exercise. Activity will resume at a frenetic pace later tonight as the carrier undergoes qualification exercises. But for now the Truman seems remarkably serene and oddly small, a dot in the ocean tracing a southerly course 100 miles off the Virginia shore. To spend some time on an aircraft carrier is to be disabused of more than a few "Top Gun"-inspired fantasies. The pilots are low-key and self-effacing. The women in their lives, so to speak, are often their fellow pilots or, in the case of F-18 squadron leader Sara Joyner, their commanding officer. The sleek but unwieldy F-14 Tomcat that Tom Cruise pretended to fly (and that was once the subject of my adolescent day-dreaming) has been scrapped, to the immense relief of the entire profession of naval aviators and mechanics. I arrived here this afternoon from Norfolk Naval Station, courtesy of one of the ship's C-2 Greyhound transport planes. The Greyhound, which looks as if it sprang from the womb of Howard Hughes's Spruce Goose, is 50,000 pounds of flying metal that must set itself down on the pitching deck of a ship at 120 knots and come to a complete stop in two seconds and 200 or so feet. Our pilot made the "trap" on the first try. But tonight Adm. Gortney will watch from his seat on the bridge as freshly minted pilots ("nuggets," in Navy parlance) miss their traps and "bolter" off the deck to try again. As he does, he recalls his own "night in the barrel" as a young pilot, and his fighter jockey bravado softens perceptibly into fatherly concern for his men and women aloft in the darkness. The view of the ship from the bridge is an inspiring one -- as is just about every other sight on the carrier, above or below deck. From a weapons' hold below the waterline, ordnance officer Stephen Folsom matter-of-factly explains the methods by which guided and bunker-busting bombs, each weighing 2,000 pounds, are maintained, assembled and moved as needed to the planes above. By my rough count, the hold contains about 150 bombs -- and there are no fewer than 36 other such holds on the ship. I find myself entertaining the idea of offering the same tour to Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. It would serve him well as a lesson in humility. But while jets and bombs make for terrific tourist attractions, by far the most impressive aspect of the ship is the system that recruits 5,000-plus volunteers -- few of them older than 25 -- and teaches them to run the ship. It takes years to make a fighter pilot, and anywhere between seven to 18 months, sometimes longer, to train enlistees. "Continuity of culture" is the greatest challenge facing the Navy, says Herm Shelanski, the ship's captain. "Every year a quarter of the crew is brand-new. You don't just pick leadership and skills off a tree. You build it from the ground up." Of the sailors I meet, some are here to make a better life; others, a different life. Paige Young, 20, joined the Navy mainly "to get out of my town" of Gillette, Wyo. What surprises her most about Navy life? "The diversity of people," she says. She now works flight ops from the bridge. David Andre, an enlisted man in his early 30s, holds a master's degree in international relations. He joined for a taste of military life and now wants to apply for the officers' course. Cynthia Trammel, 22, had wanted to join the Navy ever since her father took her to air shows of the Blue Angels. She's responsible for an inconspicuous Gatling gun at the ship's stern that can fire 20mm tungsten rounds at a rate of 4,500 a minute against incoming missiles. "I've nicknamed her 'Myrtle,'" Ms. Trammel tells me. "She is demanding." The Navy operates 11 carriers like the Truman. No other navy in the world comes close. The Chinese, who would love to have one or more carriers of their own, recently sent their top admiral for a tour of the Truman. Adm. Gortney recalls that the Chinese were mainly interested in two things. The first was the ship's arresting gear, the heavy cables that trap landing planes. The second was the way the Navy recruits, trains, organizes and motivates its sailors. No doubt the Chinese will one day figure out the mechanics of landing planes at sea -- and of catapulting them off the deck. I wonder if they'll ever get the human element right. The men and women of the Truman are here as a matter of their own free will in order to defend our collective right to live freely. That's more than a matter of mechanics. It's a matter of spirit: the true source of the Truman's awesome power, and of its beauty, too. Mr. Stephens writes "Global View," The Wall Street Journal's foreign-affairs column. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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