Wizards return from Alaska

The Sailors of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, the Wizards, got a change of pace in April as they left the temperate climate of Whidbey Island and traveled to Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska to participate in US Pacific Air Forces premier training exercise, Red Flag Alaska. Debarking from the plane, Sailors encountered mild temperatures similar to what they would find back home.
May 9, 2008
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Flood relief volunteers recognized

Navy volunteers who assisted during the Lewis, Thurston, and Mason Counties December flooding recovery effort were among those recognized for their efforts at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds, April 29. The event was organized by the Volunteer Center of Lewis, Mason, and Thurston Counties to let those who assisted know their help was appreciated by those they aided in their time of need, and gave some updates on the status of some of the continuing rehabilitation projects.
May 9, 2008
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Wizards awarded Battle ‘E’

The Wizards of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133 has been awarded the Battle Efficiency (E) award. This is VAQ-133s fifth Battle E since it’s resurrection in 1996 and the first for many of the squadron’s Sailors. “My units have been passed over many times for this award,” said Yeoman 3rd Class (SW) Sean Peppler. “Now that we finally have it, I’m very excited.”
May 9, 2008
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Cougars surpass 25,000 mishap-free hours

The Cougars of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 139 recently surpassed 25,000 class-A mishap-free flight hours, a milestone they credit to the professionalism and expertise of each member in the command. The squadron’s last Class A mishap was March 1992. For the past 16 years, the Cougars have flown through the skies of Washington, as well as around the world, without major incident. Excellence in aircrew training and a superior maintenance program, coupled with outstanding personnel, made this milestone possible.
May 9, 2008
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NAS Whidbey hosts readiness fair

Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island held a readiness fair for individual, family and community readiness at the Navy Exchange/Commissary complex on the Seaplane Base, April 25. There were forty-three organizations from around the area who participated in the event. The goal of the fair was to educate the attendees on being prepared for any event and the resources available to them should anything happen.
May 2, 2008
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New skipper takes reigns of VP-40

The command of the Fighting Marlins of Patrol Squadron (VP) 40 changed May 2 during a ceremony as Cmdr. Mark Stevens relinquished command to Cmdr. Christopher Saindon, the squadron’s executive officer for the past year.
May 2, 2008
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Breining takes charge of Black Ravens

The command of the Black Ravens of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 135 recently changed hands in a recent aerial change of command ceremony as Cmdr. Brent Breining relieved Cmdr. Timothy Reynolds as commanding officer of the squadron. The Black Ravens are currently deployed with USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Western Pacific Ocean.
May 2, 2008
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NAS Whidbey opens newest AOC roost

The Association of Old Crows (AOC) held an awards presentation to commemorate the opening of their newest chapter on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island at the Chiefs Club, April 25. This is only the fourth military roost established by the AOC, the second of which to be at NAS Whidbey.
May 2, 2008
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Sailors, Marines take part in Whidbey Island Marathon

Approximately 2,000 people, alongside Sailors and Marines, competed in the 2008 Whidbey Island Marathon/Half-Marathon, April 13. Almost 1,500 people finished the 13.1-mile half-marathon, which began on Heller Street in Oak Harbor, and about 400 people finished the 26.2-mile full marathon. Both races finished at Wildcat Memorial Stadium in Oak Harbor.
April 25, 2008
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Command of NOSC changes

Cmdr. John A. Miller relieved Capt. Clayton G. Tettelbach as Commanding Officer of Navy Operational Support Center Whidbey Island (NOSCWI) at a ceremony in Hangar 11 on board Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, April 6. “It is an honor to accept the position as Commanding Officer for Navy Operational Support Center Whidbey Island,” said Miller. “Nineteen years ago when I worked as a laborer for the construction company that helped build the NOSC Whidbey facility we all work at, not only did I not know what a Navy Reservist was, I certainly could not have predicted that I would be standing up before you today.”
April 25, 2008
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