Patrol Squadron 69s Combat Aircrew Seven recently completed a successful and historic detachment to the Western Pacific.
December 9, 2005
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Redefining the meaning of educational excellence, Navy Counselor 1st Class (AW/SW) Jason Lewis of Electronic Attack Squadron 134 developed Garuda University, a hands-on approach designed to familiarize Sailors with the educational opportunities and benefits provided by the U.S. Navy.
December 9, 2005
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The Shadowhawks have fallen into a groove in Al Asad, Iraq, now that part of the squadron has been detached from USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) the past month.
Most people originally went to Al Asad not knowing what to expect, and quite a few were anxious about being deployed into Iraq.
Of course, the sight that greeted them was one that most Sailors aren’t used to seeing — plenty of beach, but no ocean. But after being at sea for several weeks, most were happy to be on solid ground again.
December 2, 2005
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Over 150 local business people representing mega chain retail stores to small shops and civic leaders attended the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon Nov. 17 to learn what the future holds for NAS Whidbey.
December 2, 2005
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Capt. Syd Abernethy, commanding officer, NAS Whidbey Island, signed out the new uniform policy, NAS Whidbey Note 1020, last Friday. Since there were quite a few policy changes, we hope you’ll take a few minutes to check out the information below:
Flight suits
Flight suits may be worn by aircrew members and individuals engaged in flight or flight-related duties during that working day. This authorization does not include ground support, non-aircrew maintenance or non-aircrew support personnel.
December 2, 2005
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“On December 7th, 1941, I relieved the watch at 0730, a quiet, warm Sunday morning,” recalled retired Lt. Cmdr. James Vyskocil.
He and eight others from the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association Cascade Chapter 5 have volunteered to share their stories with Northwest Navigator readers of that horrific day when the Imperial Japanese navy launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
December 2, 2005
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Deployment is almost over and being from Whidbey Island, and the deployed crew of Patrol Squadron (VP) 40 are used to the cooler wet season Kadena Air Force Base, Japan is experiencing.
December 2, 2005
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The holidays are upon us. The leaves are turning colors and snow is covering the mountains.
Thanksgiving kicks off the season, and it’s a great opportunity to get away and spend time with family and friend, a time to reflect and give thanks for the things of the past year.
December 2, 2005
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Recently Garudas of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134 overcame the 4,900-foot elevation and strong winds in Afghanistan and made the fall physical fitness assessment (PFA) a success.
December 2, 2005
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After three demanding weeks on board USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), the Cougars of VAQ-139 returned home to Whidbey Island from Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX).
For CCSG7, CVW-14, and VAQ-139, it proved to be an arduous yet successful boat detachment. There were many lessons learned by the both new and seasoned Cougars.
November 25, 2005
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