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Batman47 Board Founder/CNC User is Offline Joined: 10 Feb 2007 Posts: 394 Karma: 5 applaud / smite 425 points 0 warnings 0 tempbans	Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 1:11 am    Post subject: Enterprise (CVN-65) - MSO, OIF & OEF - 786th FWFD · Quote USS Enterprise (CVN-65) with CVW-1 embarked arrived Norfolk, Virginia 19 December 2007), ending her tenth Mediterranean Sea deployment operating with the 6th Fleet and 17th voyage in the Mediterranean Sea; on her 3rd Operation Enduring Freedom (15th USN OEF) and 3rd Operation Iraqi Freedom (19th USN OIF), the US Navy’s 87th Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf deployment since September 1945, operating with the 5th Fleet and Central Command; her 15th Gulf of Aden & Red Sea voyage; she ended her 16th Suez Canal transit and the US Navy’s 126th carrier Suez Canal transit, making her 15th Suez Canal transit and the US Navy’s 125th carrier Suez Canal transit en route the the 5 Fleets operating area and upoun return made the US Navy’s 86th Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf deployment since September 1945, operating with the 5th Fleet and Central Command. Her 28th deployment since her commission on November 25, 1961 ended (7 July 2007 to 19 December 2007) and approximately the US Navy’s 786th carrier FWFD. This is Enterprise’s second deployment within the past 14 months. Big E returned from its most recent deployment Nov. 18. Enterprise is the flagship for Carrier Strike Group 12, which include the guided-missile destroyers USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98), USS James E. Williams (DDG 95), USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) and USS Stout (DDG 55); the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64); and the fast-attack submarine USS Philadelphia (SSN 690) all based in Norfolk, and also the fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) based in Earle, N.J. There are nearly 7,500 Sailors and Marines in the strike group. Months after their November homecoming, Big E Sailors kept busy with a rigorous training schedule which included numerous carrier qualifications as well as a Board and Inspection Survey in April. Enterprise also hosted Commander, Fleet Forces change of command ceremony as well as its own change of command ceremony May 18. “This has been a very eventful year so far for our crew,” said Capt. Ron Horton, Enterprise commanding officer. “Big E Sailors have been focused on maintaining combat readiness since the ship returned in November. In between all the training however, we were able to spend some valuable time at home with our families and friends. Now it’s time to answer our nation’s call again. There is no doubt in my mind that this crew will perform with honor, courage and commitment as it did last year. I’m very proud to be serving with this crew, at this time, to represent this country.” In addition to being the flagship of the strike group, Enterprise is also home to CVW 1. The air wing is comprised of the “Checkmates” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211 flying the F/A-18 Super Hornet and the “Knighthawks” of VFA-136; the “Sidewinders” of VFA-86; the “Thunderbolts” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 251 all flying the F/A-18 Hornet. Also joining CVW 1 are the “Dragonslayers” of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 11 flying the SH-60 Seahawk; the “Rooks” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137 flying the EA-6B Prowler; the “Screwtops” of VAW-123 flying the E-2C Hawkeye; the “Maulers” of Sea Control Squadron (VS) 32 flying the S-3B Viking; and the “Rawhides” of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40 flying the C-2A Greyhound. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=30463 Enterprise successfully conducted a NATO Sea Sparrow Missile (NSSMS) Exercise (MISSILEX) on July 10 while operating off the East Coast of the United States. Enterprise fired two missiles from NSSMS 1, one of two NSSMS systems onboard, at two target drones launched from Naval Station Dam Neck, Va., and successfully hit both targets. NSSMS is the first layer of Big E’s three-point Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS), along with the Rolling Air Frame Missile (RAM) Launcher and the Close-In Weapons System (CWIS). The system uses the RIM-7 missile and has a range of nine miles and is capable is reaching speeds of nearly 1,000 miles per hour. This was the first time Enterprise launched a Sea Sparrow since November 2005. “Everything went great,” said Fire Controlman 1st Class (SW/AW) Morgan W. Cook, Combat System (CS)-7 leading petty officer. “We have a very dedicated group of fire controlmen up here who take pride in what they do. We actually had a casualty earlier this morning to one of our systems, but they worked through it. Everyone was 100 percent engaged. It says a lot about their dedication.” “You couldn’t have asked for anything better,” added Fire Controlman 1st Class (SW) Norman A. Edwards, CS-7 assistant leading petty officer. “Two shots, two kills. These guys did what they were supposed to do to perfection. If those would have been actual missiles, the ship would still be safe.” Enterprise underway in the Atlantic from 12 to 19 July 2007. USS Enterprise (CVN 65) (Big E) Sailors and Marines held a burial at sea ceremony on the ship’s number four elevator July 17. The ceremony was performed by Capt. O.P. Honors, the executive officer, with religious amenities given by Enterprise chaplains, Cmdr. Mark Logid, Lt. Cmdr. Alan Wilmot and Lt. Ulysses Ubalde. The cremated remains of 15 veterans and three dependants were laid to rest as Enterprise continued its transit toward the Mediterranean. The ceremony was especially momentous for one Enterprise Sailor, Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Theodore J. Marion, who laid his mother to rest during the ceremony. “Before I came in the Navy it was one of my mother’s wishes to have her ashes spread out to sea. I talked to my father and he was happy that I followed my mothers' wishes,” said Marion. The ceremony was held in traditional military burial standards, including a 21-gun salute, the passing of the Ensign and a detail of 30 Sailors. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=30654 Enterprise underway in the Mediterranean Sea from 21 to 23 July 2007. USS Enterprise (CVN 65) (Big E) hosted the Deputy Commander Joint Force Command Naples, Air Marshal Sir G.A. “Dusty” Miller, British Royal Air Force, on board for a firsthand look at the sea and air power of Big E and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 while conducting flight operations in the Mediterranean on July 22. Miller got an up close and personal view of the F/A 18 Super Hornet, courtesy of Lt. Cmdr. Lance “Torch” Wiese from “the Checkmates” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211. Miller sat in flight with Wiese as they made two launches and traps on the flight deck of Big E. “We had a lot of fun,” said Wiese. “He was very impressed with the capabilities of the aircraft.” According to Enterprise Commanding Officer Capt. Ron Horton, this is the first of several diplomatic visits Enterprise will conduct while operating in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. “Our mission is operational and diplomatic,” said Horton. “Big E is always ready to show our allies and friends what this great warship can do.” After the flight, Miller joined Horton and Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12 Commander Rear Adm. Daniel P. Holloway in the flag mess where the group had dinner before his departure. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=30730 Enterprise visited Cannes, France from 24 to 26 July 2007. More than 50 Sailors from USS Enterprise (CVN 65) (Big E) participated in community relations (COMREL) projects July 25-26, spending hundreds of hours painting, landscaping and cleaning while assisting British volunteers with the rehabilitation of several orphanages in Cannes, France. “The COMRELs were chosen a little [differently]. Ordinarily we call the 6th Fleet chaplain or [the] public affairs officer gives us a point of contact, but this time the husbanding agent [they provide Enterprise port visits with hotel services, supplies, and recreational events] made the arrangements with a charity and Enterprise,” said Chaplain, Lt. Cmdr. Alan Wilmot, COMREL liaison. “I believe with the four teams combined, it was something along the lines of 380 man hours total,” said Wilmot. COMREL participants didn’t seem to mind the long hours. For most, it was a chance to do something special while in Cannes. “I chose to do a community relations project because I’ve done some thing’s in my life that I know only God could have gotten me out of and I wanted to pay it forward,” said Storekeeper Seaman Charles D. Adams, a COMREL participant. “We knew before we got here that the port visit was a mission to get to know the French people. We are here to build a positive relationship with them, and this was the perfect way to do so,” said Wilmot. The staff of the orphanages was so appreciative of the help that they arranged a festive lunch for the Sailors. “Lunch was magnificent, I appreciate how much work they put into the preparation and service,” said Adams. The day ended with Big E’s dental staff informing the children of the importance of dental care and providing each child with a goodie bag filled with tools to keep their smiles bright. “What we left behind was painted buildings, extensive landscaping, a curb in the parking lot, training for kids and very positive feelings,” said Wilmot. “I want to say thank you to all the Sailors who participated because they did such a great job with a positive attitude and they really made a good impression.” http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=30868 Enterprise underway in the Mediterranean Sea from 27 to 31 July 2007. Enterprise entered the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations on 1 August 2007. Enterprise underway in the Red Sea from 3 to 4 August 2007. Enterprise underway in the Arabian Sea on 8 August 2007. Enterprise underway in the Persian Gulf from 12 August to 20 September 2007. Morale Welfare Recreation, in conjunction with Elite Racing, offered Sailors and Marines of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group the chance to run in the seventh annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon Aug. 30 from the Persian Gulf. Six four-member teams completed the marathon in 3.25-mile shifts while one Sailor finished the run on his own. Due to weather and space requirements, the race was completed on tread mills from the flag bridge as the ship conducted combat operations from the Gulf. Their race times were recorded and will be turned in to Elite Racing from the military race organizers, each runner’s result will be posted in the official race results. “I think it’s important we all practice self fitness and what better way to do that than to run a marathon in the middle of the ocean,” said Master Chief Fire Controlman Kenneth Crane, who ran the entire race on his own. “I was already scheduled to run the marathon back in Virginia Beach before we were deployed and I thought because I had the opportunity to run it out here I would, plus I feel like I’m setting the example. This is my 6th race in the last year, it’s become more of a lifestyle for me and I really love it.” For some it was a chance to practice teamwork or just a nice break from the day-to-day stress, for others it was a little more sentimental, it was keeping in line with the standards of combat readiness through wellness of mind and body while connecting with home. “This is a great place to run,” said Commander, Carrier Strike Group 12/Enterprise Strike Group, Rear Adm. Daniel P. Holloway. “I enjoy watching the action on the flight deck as our young Sailors and Marines send our airplanes off to support the troops on the ground.” Holloway took a break from participating in the run to take the opportunity to thank the Virginia Beach Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon for supporting Carrier Strike Group 12. “We appreciate the packages, the T-shirts the gels and waters and to be able to participate in the marathon is great to be apart of something back home where the great support is,” said Holloway. The marathon’s top male and female finishers at each command will receive a special champion’s trophy. In addition, all race participants will receive the official Virginia Beach Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon finisher’s medal. As a sign of encouragement runners and walkers who competed in Virginia Beach have submitted personal letters of encouragement and well-wishes to their deployed participants. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=31616 USS Enterprise (CVN 65) (Big E) hosted the Southwest Asia Comedy Tour, an Armed Forces entertainment presentation Sept. 3 and 4. Comedians Chris Freeman, Caroline Lopez, Jennifer Dziura and Laura Rosenberg brightened the day and brought smiles to hundreds of faces during the Labor Day weekend performance. “We just want to help get your minds off of work and the stress that comes with the work,” said Freeman. “If we can get you to think about something else for two hours then we have accomplished our job.” “It’s difficult to do the same job day after day, so I think it’s important to have events like this because it gives us an avenue to escape the daily grind of being out to sea,” said Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Apprentice Jacob Thompson. For the comedians, the opportunity to entertain Big E, Carrier Air Wing 1 and Commander, Strike Group 12 Sailors and Marines was an experience that they will remember forever. “This is the greatest experience I have ever had,” said Freeman. “Entertaining people defending our country is something I will never forget.” Lopez noted the comics get more out of performing for the military than they do for civilians back at home, because they understand the sacrifices these men and women make every day. “It is more rewarding to come out here and do a show than to do a show somewhere in the states with your name up in lights and getting a standing ovation from 2,000 people,” said Lopez. “It’s an honor to entertain the people out here fighting for our freedom.” For one comedian in particular, entertaining Enterprise Sailors and Marines was very personal. “My dad was in the Navy for 20 years and he was stationed on this ship, so it was a real honor for me to come here and do this, it’s really special to me and something I will never forget,” said Dziura. Rosenberg also noted her positive experience aboard Enterprise. “I enjoy getting up here because I feel like I am touching people that really need it. “When they smile, it makes me feel good.” Morale, Welfare and Recreation schedules events like this because it’s important for Sailors and Marines to find time for themselves, so their mind is clear and focused when it comes time for them to do their job. “Events like this are critical for the crew’s morale,” said Machinist’s Mate Fireman Jeanette Mays. The comedians came on this comedy tour not for themselves but for all the men and women fighting for our country across the region. “We just want to show that we are grateful and thank you from the bottom of our hearts for what you do,” said Lopez. The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group is currently on a scheduled deployment in support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=31627 USS Enterprise (Big E) (CVN 65)Carrier Strike Group hosted a congressional delegation Sept. 13-14. U.S. Representatives Stephen Lynch, Todd Platts and Brian Higgins embarked Enterprise to observe operations at the sea and the air power of Big E and Carrier Air Wing 1 while the ship conducted flight operations in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Maritime Security Operations. While making their way around the mighty warship, they took the time to have breakfast with a few Sailors and Marines from their respective states, getting acquainted with service members both professionally and personally. “I thought it was really great that they came out,” said Personnel Specialist 3rd Class Jason Parker. “A lot of times the other branches of government are an entity we don’t really associate with firsthand, so it was refreshing that they came out and talked to us and gave a leadership point of view on situations we’ve grown accustom to.” He added, “My congressman, Brian Higgins, and I talked a lot about football. But we also, talked about working on the emerging threats to the country. He also touched on his visit to Darfur and a few other countries.” The experience left the congressmen with a deeper respect for what Sailors and Marines endure. “Navy life is different,” said Lynch. “We bunked in last night around 11 p.m. and all of a sudden at around 2 a.m. we had about a half dozen jets go out, and I shot right out of my bunk. I hadn’t realized that I was only one level below the flight deck, so I got up and went out to watch the operations in the middle of the night. It was very impressive. "I’m extremely impressed by the level of professionalism of our men and women on Enterprise and every aspect of what they’re doing here. Just the sheer power of this ship and the aircraft on it and the skill of the naval aviators left me very impressed.” The hard work and diligence of Big E Sailors is not going unnoticed. The visit was an opportunity for the country’s leadership to ensure service members have what they need to accomplish their mission. They also took the time to recognize and applaud the Enterprise Strike Group’s effort. The congressmen had an operations briefing and had a discussion with leadership from Enterprise Strike Group staff, Carrier Air Wing 1, Destroyer Squadron 2 and USS Gettysburg (CG 64). “In my seven trips to the region I had never had an opportunity to visit an aircraft carrier in action, so this being my eighth, I made it a point to come out,” said Lynch. “I’m a part of an oversight committee that basically makes sure that all the troops, Sailors and Marines, are equipped properly, that they have what they need to do their jobs. And I’m also here to say thank you to our Sailors and Marines on Enterprise for their wonderful service to our country. Their providing a lot of support to the troops that I spent a lot of time with over the last few months in Iraq, and we sincerely thank them.” http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=31845 USS Enterprise (Big E)(CVN 65) Carrier Strike Group held a pinning ceremony in the hangar bay for 44 of the Navy’s newest chief petty officers (CPOs) from Carrier Strike Group 12, Enterprise and Carrier Air Wing 1 on Sept. 19. CPOs are recognized throughout the armed forces by their khaki uniform and golden anchors. The uniform represents the honor, respect and tradition of the Navy. The chief community is an elite community. The chief-selectees underwent a five-and-a-half week training cycle, that included physical training and classes that laid the foundation of what it would take to be a Navy Chief. The pinning ceremony was the final step in the process of becoming a CPO. Enterprise visited Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates from 21 to 24 September 2007. Enterprise underway in the Persian Gulf from 25 September to 14 October 2007. After completing 83 days of operations at sea, Sailors and Marines onboard USS Enterprise (CVN 65) gathered on the aft mess decks Sept. 27 to celebrate the halfway point of the deployment. The halfway party was celebrated with a steak and seafood dinner and a cake cutting ceremony, along with speeches by Enterprise Commanding Officer, Capt. Ron Horton and Enterprise Strike Group Commander, Rear Adm. Dan Holloway. “We’ve been in some pretty arduous, pretty tough, pretty extreme conditions out here, and what inspires me most is that you don’t even flinch,” said Horton. “I’m very proud of where we are, and we have certainly earned this right being halfway there. Remember that we’re not on a mountain where we’re coming back down the other side, it’s a level playing field and the second half is just as difficult as the first half.” During an awards ceremony, Holloway recognized five Sailors for their outstanding work in the past few months, which was integral to strike group operations. Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Robert Lathrop, Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Chadwich Cooper, Fire Controlman 1st Class Matt Sanchez and Electronics Technician 1st Class Walter Larson received Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Joseph Davis received a letter of commendation from the strike group commander. “This is clearly a milestone to be proud of,” said Holloway. “It’s always worth the time to freeze the moment and think about the accomplishments as we strongly move forward.” The speeches and awards were followed by a cake cutting ceremony led by Horton and Holloway. The party commenced with cake and ice cream as well as music from one of the ship’s bands, “Midwatch,” in celebration of the Enterprise’s accomplishments during the last few months. “It feels great to be halfway through the deployment,” said Aviation Electrician’s Mate 2nd Class Drew Avera, a Midwatch guitarist. “We’re that much closer to being home, but we still have a job to do while we’re out here, so we’ve still got to keep our heads in the game.” Enterprise is currently deployed with Carrier Strike Group 12 and Carrier Air Wing 1. More than 5,500 Sailors and Marines are deployed aboard Enterprise and its attached units. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=32205 The French, Japanese and American Ambassadors to Bahrain visited USS Enterprise (CVN 65) (Big E) on Oct. 3. French Ambassador Malika Berak, Japanese Ambassador Takeshi Kondo, and U.S. Ambassador Adam Ereli saw first-hand how the Sailors of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group conduct maritime security operations in the Persian Gulf. From the flag bridge the guests viewed USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) pull alongside Enterprise and an air power demonstration by Carrier Air Wing 1. After a lunch, prepared by Big E culinary specialists, the guests proceeded to the flight deck and viewed launches and recoveries up close. Ereli commented about the importance of visiting Enterprise and understanding the mission. “It’s important that the representatives to Bahrain come and see what the Sailors and Marines are doing and express support for them,” he said. “It helps me do my part for my country if I can see what they’re doing and meet with the commanders to understand the mission. When you’re a super power, there’s military power and diplomatic power and the two have to work in tandem.” Rear Adm. Dan Holloway, commander, Carrier Strike Group 12 said the visit demonstrates the strike group’s capabilities and helps the guests understand maritime security operations. “We are here to show them what we can bring to the fight as a U.S. asset” said Holloway. “To host them as distinguish visitors really builds the partnership, sharing of information and letting them know about maritime security operations.” http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=32372 Enterprise visited Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates from 15 to 18 October 2007. The Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), Adm. Gary Roughead, along with the Commandant of the Marine Corps (CMC), Gen. James Conway and Commandant of the Coast Guard, Adm. Thad Allen released the "Cooperative Strategy for 21st Century Seapower" on Oct 17. As the maritime strategy was released, Enterprise Strike Group (ENTSG) was executing it while forward deployed in the 5th Fleet area of operations. The new strategy stresses the importance of the Navy's core capabilities of forward presence, deterrence, sea control, and power projection as well as its expanded core capabilities of humanitarian assistance/disaster response and maritime security. ENTSG's assets are currently deployed throughout the Eastern Hemisphere in the performance of those missions. "We are supporting OEF (Operation Enduring Freedom) today," said Rear Adm. Dan Holloway, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CCSG) 12. "We are conducting an anti-submarine exercise at the coalition, multi-national level and we are supporting Maritime Security Operations right now while conducting counter-piracy operations." Enterprise and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 recently showed the flexibility implicit in the maritime strategy when it shifted from the North Persian Gulf and missions in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) to the North Arabian Sea and OEF within hours. "The primary reason we shifted from OIF to OEF was the OEF commander needed our sorties to support the troops on the ground with close air support for the effort in Afghanistan," Holloway said. The ENTSG showed the ability of the Navy's assets to move at a moment's notice. "I got a call from the admiral telling me, 'Captain you need to turn south,'" said Capt. Ron Horton, Enterprise commanding officer. "By noon, 36 hours later, we were flying operations into Afghanistan." Operating in a different part of the world only days apart can present many challenges. "Many of the missions in OEF are the same types of missions as OIF, but the bottom line is we have a different geographic area," explained Capt. Mark Wralstad, commander, CVW-1. "We have to study the area, study what units we are supporting and figure out who we are talking to as far as command and control. We had very little notice that we were going to move. It demonstrates our flexibility - that we can pick up from one spot in the world, and move to another part of the world [and] pick up operations at a very fast clip." ENTSG isn't involved in combat operations only. One of its units, USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98), is in the middle of a journey around the continent of Africa, working to foster relationships with other nations and coalition forces. "Forrest Sherman is basically doing a circumnavigation of Africa," said Capt. Ralph Tindal, Commander, Destroyer Squadron (CDS) 2. "They have made port visits and done a lot of theater security operations with local African nations along the East Coast, the Southern Coast and Western Africa. This is part of the theater security cooperation initiative. They are working primarily with 6th Fleet to strengthen ties with these local nations to show American intent and interest in what is going on there." Destroyers in the ENTSG are also involved in counter-piracy missions off the coast of Africa. "Anti-piracy in this theater focuses on two different regions," Tindal said. "One is the Central and Southern [Persian] Gulf where it's sort of considered low-level piracy, sometimes termed thuggery, where vessels innocently fishing or moving commerce are harassed and robbed. There is also a higher level of piracy that is more prevalent along the Horn of Africa where pirates are capturing large ships and holding them for ransom." Ships from the ENTSG are patrolling these areas and assisting mariners in distress whenever possible. The strike group also completed an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) exercise. The ASW training ranged from practicing individual technician skills to coordinating multi-platform deterrent measures. Carrier strike groups hold these exercises routinely to maintain proficiency and demonstrate anti-submarine capabilities. "This was a routine training exercise to help our forces maintain a full-range of readiness," said Rear Adm. Dan Holloway, CSG 12. "These exercises also help reassure regional countries of our ability to maintain security for lawful use of the sea." The ENTSG, including Enterprise, CVW-1, CDS 2 and CCSG 12, is doing its part to demonstrate the larger maritime strategy. "Instead of being an individual aircraft carrier, USS Enterprise, with Carrier Air Wing 1, we plug into the bigger portion," Wralstad said. "There are a lot of different things going on and we plug into all of the mission types." Enterprise and CVW-1 exercises a full range of capabilities from traditional operations at sea to the boots-on-the-ground missions performed by the 60 individual augmentees of the ENTSG who are currently part of the Navy's presence in Iraq and Afghanistan. "Enterprise is the enabler and Air Wing One is the striking arm of this strike group and that is what we bring to the Maritime Strategy," Horton emphasized. "We have global reach. In a matter of days or weeks, we can reach around the world and we can be there very quickly. We don't need a whole lot of help to do that and we don't need anyone's permission to do that." The Enterprise Strike Group will continue to be flexible to create positive effects as well as to build strong relationships with other nations, falling directly inline with the CNO's goals. "We operate as a joint and combined force," Holloway said. "We are integrating with coalition forces and balancing our efforts across the full spectrum of combat operations. We believe that by our presence we are building partnerships. The positive feedback we are getting from other nations as well as coalition and U.S. forces speaks highly of the flexibility of the entire strike group." http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=33429 Enterprise underway in the Persian Gulf from 19 October to 6 November 2007. Enterprise Carrier Strike Group hosted a Hispanic Heritage ceremony in the ship's foc'sle Oct. 24 to recognize the roles and contributions the Hispanic community has played in America's society in the past and how they continue to influence culture today. The event wrapped a month-long celebration organized by the USS Enterprise (CVN 65) (Big E) Multi-Culture Heritage Committee and featured guest speakers, dancing, cultural music, poetry and a slide presentation dedicated to Airman Jose Guzman, who lost his life weeks before Enterprise departed for its six-month deployment on July 7. Among those who attended were Commander, Carrier Strike Group 12, Rear Adm. Dan Holloway, Enterprise Commanding Officer, Capt. Ron Horton and more than 100 other crew members. Guest speaker Chief Warrant Officer Jose A. Ocana Jr., spoke to the crew about the impact Hispanics have had in developing America and defending our country through service in the military throughout the years. "Hispanics have been making significant contributions to the development of the United States of America since the days of the American Revolution," said Ocana, the maintenance material control officer of Sea Control Squadron 32. "Hispanic-Americans today continue to distinguish themselves in the military service of their country. Hispanics have been awarded 39 Medals of Honor to date, more of the nation's highest military honor than any other identifiable group." Guest speaker, Chief Electronics Technician Luis M. Martinez said the goal of the ceremony was to send a message to all about the different Hispanic communities. "It's important to recognize and to celebrate the different cultures and the diversity of our Navy," said Martinez, the assistant combat system maintenance officer of commander, Carrier Strike Group 12. "I think the message is sent every time we have something like this, no matter what type of ceremony it is. We will continue to send a clear and steady message every time." Many felt that event was a success and were honored to be a part of the ceremony. "It was a wonderful ceremony," said Martinez. "The hard work and dedication the guys put into the preparations were great. They were ready and performed great. I was very honored to be a one of the speakers." http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=32782 Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Gary Roughead and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) (SW/FMF) Joe Campa Jr., visited the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Oct. 29 in the Persian Gulf. The visit to Enterprise was one of the final stops of a tour throughout the 5th Fleet area of operations for Roughead and Campa. Hosted by Commander, Carrier Strike Group (CCSG) 12, Rear Adm. Dan Holloway and his warfare commanders, the visit allowed the CNO to meet and greet embarked Sailors and Marines and show his appreciation for their contributions to operations being carried out by the strike group in support of 5th Fleet commanders' Maritime objectives: Maritime Security Operations, as well as Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. During the course of the trip, the naval leader had dinner with junior Sailors, viewed a Hispanic Heritage celebration, observed flight operations and held an "All Hands" call with the entire crew in the hangar bay. "It is fitting that on my first visit to an aircraft carrier as the Chief of Naval Operations that I come to Enterprise," said Roughead. "She has served our country so well, in so many different ways, for many different wars that she has the proudest tradition of our fleet." The CNO discussed his three priorities of warfighting readiness, building tomorrow's Navy and attracting, recruiting and retaining Sailors and their families. He stated that his priorities are not very different from what's been done in the past and made reference to the areas that need to be upheld within the U.S. Navy. "We have to maintain our warfighting readiness because we are at war," said Roughead. "The Navy gives our nation the flexibility, the agility, the power to be able to prosecute that war and also to be able to respond to other contingencies and potential conflicts. We have to maintain that readiness and not just at what we call the high end of warfare." The CNO stressed the importance of putting policies and programs in place that will attract young people to the Navy. "We have to reflect the diversity of our country," said Roughead. "When our country looks at the Navy they need to see themselves reflected back, in our enlisted force we have that, in our officer corps we do not and we have to work on that." Roughead also stated that the Navy needs a balanced and capable ship force of 313 ships so that the Navy can have what it needs to take the actions necessary to defend the nation. "We have to be able to look into the future and see what tomorrow's going to hold for us," said Roughead. "What should we have as a Navy to address our challenges, because the investments that we make today are no different than the investment that was made on Enterprise decades ago. We have to make the right choices." Enterprise is currently deployed with CCSG 12, Carrier Air Wing 1, Commander, Destroyer Squadron 2 and USS Gettysburg (CG 64). More than 5,500 Sailors and Marines are deployed aboard Enterprise and its embarked units. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=32900 Enterprise underway in the Gulf of Oman on 7 November 2007. Enterprise underway in the Northern Arabian Sea 8 to17 November 2007. The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group in conjunction with Morale, Welfare and Recreation and Naval Entertainment welcomed the host of the television show "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives" Nov. 9-11. Chef Guy Fieri put to rest the rumor that military cuisine is not enjoyable by challenging the ship's culinary specialists, as well as random crew members and even the strike group commander to put their culinary skills to the test. "I would testify that although most people assume that military food is bad, it's better than a lot of people would expect," Fieri said. During Fieri's first night on board USS Enterprise (CVN 65), cooks from each galley on board had a team represent them in an iron chef battle, proving who was the best of the best. "We saw some culinary talent yesterday that was fantastic," said Fieri. "There was some outside the box thinking, some great execution of skills and for that being the first iron chef I've seen on a ship like this I was pretty impressed. Being at the disadvantage of not having smaller equipment, having to cook in those big kettles and still creating the dishes they did was remarkable to watch." Ultimately, the winner was a team composed of culinary specialists from the commanding officer's Galley and Flag's Mess. Enterprise also hosted a chili cook-off that was open to the entire crew, and Sailors from all ranks and rates entered, eager to see if their recipe was one that would catch the attention of a culinary expert. "I had fun, I didn't enter to win, although winning felt good," said Culinary Specialist 1st Class Timothy A. Thornton, team captain for the winning team "the Slow Burners." Just like the base of any great stew, the underlying reason for Fieri's visit is what makes the experience so rich. "The reason for my visit is we see so many things going on in the military, especially during the conflict, but I don't really see a lot about the culinary arts. So when the Navy asked if I would do some cooking and interact with the troops I jumped at the opportunity. I thought it would be a fantastic shot to come meet all of you and say thank you for the job you do." http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=33242 The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12 concluded a three-day, multi-unit exercise Nov. 13 aimed at sharpening its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) skills. This exercise was geared toward maintaining security and stability in the region and is one of several exercises taking place in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility ensuring the U.S. Navy maintains the highest state of readiness and is capable of executing a broad range of operations, focusing on maintaining regional security and stability. The ASW training ranged from practicing individual technician skills to coordinating multi-platform deterrent measures. Carrier strike groups hold these exercises routinely to maintain proficiency and demonstrate anti-submarine capabilities. "This was a routine training exercise to help our forces maintain a full-range of readiness," said Rear Adm. Dan Holloway, commander, CSG 12. "These exercises also help reassure regional countries of our ability to maintain security for lawful use of the sea." "The value of conducting an anti-submarine warfare exercise during deployment cannot be understated," said Cmdr. Rich Bryant, USS Miami's (SSN 755) commanding officer. "We get the best training when we break out the play book and ensure we are ready for anything we're tasked to do." "Our efforts are geared toward maintaining regional security, which helps build regional stability and global economic prosperity," said Holloway. The exercise included participation from CSG 12, USS Enterprise (CVN 65), Destroyer Squadron 2, Carrier Air Wing 1, USS Gettysburg (CG 64), USNS Supply (T-AOE 6), USS Philadelphia (SSN 690) and Miami. CSG 12 is operating in the North Arabian Sea in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO) and Operation Enduring Freedom. MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counterterrorism and security efforts of regional nations. These operations seek to disrupt violent extremists' use of the maritime environment as a venue for attack or to transport personnel, weapons or other material. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=33292 Enterprise visited Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates from 18 to 20 November 2007. USS Enterprise (CVN 65) "Big E" left the port of Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates, for the third and final time, Nov. 20, after a three-day port visit. The Enterprise crew enjoyed golfing and tours organized by Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), volleyball, softball and Texas Hold'em tournaments, as well as some much deserved liberty in the nearby city of Dubai. Enterprise Commanding Officer, Capt. Ron Horton granted the crew an extra hour of liberty as a reward for being such good American ambassadors to the area. "You guys are world class ambassadors for America and you are doing a world class job on board this fine war ship," he said. The softball tournament hosted by MWR included seven teams from the ship. Team Enterprise, including Interior Communications Specialist 1st Class Jason Varley, Chief Operations Specialist Danny Desimas, Lt. Brian Benson, Interior Communications Specialist 1st Class Adam Tabbert, Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Jason Hoffman, Fire Control Technician 2nd Class Pedro Collado, Chief Culinary Specialist Lawerence Messinea and two local nationals, came out on top of the round robin tournament. Twenty-five Enterprise crew members took part in the Texas Hold'em tournament played on Nov. 18. The action lasted four hours with first place taking home an XBOX 360, second place receiving a Playstation Portable and third place winning a Nintendo DS, all courtesy of the Dubai United Service Organizations. The volleyball tournament hosted by MWR and the Elite Junior Sailor Organization was played on Nov. 19. Nine teams volleyed for the title with team Enterbolts, consisting of Gunnery Sgt. Ernie Chavis, Electronics Technician 2nd Class Mark Heitzkey, Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph Wax, Cpl. Phillip Slaughter and Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 1st Class William Tabocol emerging victorious. Enterprise's final stop in Dubai means the crew is one step closer to being home. "The first time we stopped here I couldn't really enjoy myself because we still had so long to go, but this last time it was easier to relax," said Airman Chris Bland, a member of Weapons' G-3 division. Even though the Big E made multiple stops in Dubai, some people would like to return. "I want to come back here with my wife," said Engineman 1st Class Clyde Bennett. "I think she would really enjoy it." As Enterprise pulled out of port Jebel Ali for the final time, its focus again shifted to combat operations and the mission at hand. The goal for the entire crew is finishing the remaining portion of the deployment strong, with as much success and dedication as they have thus far. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=33466 Enterprise underway in the Persian Gulf from 21 to 24 November 2007. Enterprise wrapped up GULF combat operations 24 November 2007. On Nov. 24, the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), Donald C. Winter, spent time on board USS Enterprise (CVN 65) to thank members of the Enterprise Strike Group (ENTSG) for their dedicated service. Shortly after his arrival, Winter made his way to the ship's hangar bay to address the crew. "I am here to thank you for everything you are doing on behalf of our Navy and our nation," he said. "The effects your efforts are having, combined with the effects the joint operations are having are making a big difference. Recently, I was in Fallujah and being able to walk the streets at night and being able to walk through and have the kids come out shows things are changing." Winter then held a question and answer session with the ENTSG Sailors and Marines, discussing topics such as expansion of the fleet, tuition assistance and individual augmentee billets. Winter said he felt it was important to personally deliver his message to the Sailors and Marines forward deployed during this holiday season. "I can send as many Navy messages as I want, but coming out here physically does so much more," he said. The sentiment was definitely felt by members of the strike group. "This shows that the Secretary of the Navy cares for us," said Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 1st Class (AW) Charles Sieber, a member of Electronic Attack Squadron 137. "It shows a great deal of respect for him to come out here on a holiday weekend and take the time away from his family. Having a chance to come up here and meet him was a great honor." Before leaving the stage to take a short tour of the ship, Winter left the ENTSG crowd with these parting words. "Thank all of you very much," he said. "God bless you. I hope you had a happy Thanksgiving and I hope you have a fine cruise out here." http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=33491 Enterprise underway in the Arabian Sea from 25 to 28 November 2007. Enterprise underway in the Red Sea 29 to 30 November 2007, completing her mission of Maritime Security Operations in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility, and, transited the Suez Canal for way to the Mediterranean Sea on the December 1, 2007, on her16th Suez Canal transit and the US Navy’s 126th carrier Suez Canal crossing, on the US Navy’s 86th Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf deployment since September 1945, operating with the 5th Fleet and Central Command. USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) relieved Enterprise. Enterprise underway in the Mediterranean Sea 1 to 5 December 2007. Enterprise transited the Strait of Gibraltar 6 December 2007. Enterprise underway in the Atlantic from 6 to 15 December 2007. Enterprise visited Mayport on 16 December 2007. Enterprise Tiger Cruise from 16 to 18 December 2007. Enterprise returned to Norfolk, Va. 19 December 2007 ending her 28th deployment since her commission on November 25, 1961 and approximately the US Navy’s 786th carrier FWFD. Enterprise Strike Group (ENTSG), led by the strike group commander, Rear Adm. Dan Holloway, returned to its homeport of Norfolk, Dec. 19 after a five-month deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations, Operations Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Enduring Freedom (OEF), Iraqi oil platform protection, anti-piracy operations and the struggle against violent extremists. The more than 5,500 Sailors and Marines aboard the USS Enterprise (CVN 65) traveled approximately 48,646 miles throughout the course of the deployment, doing everything from combat operations to diplomatic relations missions in the 6th and 5th fleet areas of responsibility (AOR). "The Enterprise Strike Group team is at the top of their game," said Holloway. "They are all MVPs on a forward deployed all-star team. We are blessed with the best the Navy has to offer world wide. Our men, women, Sailors and Marines are the face of the Navy and the nation." After getting underway on July 7, Enterprise and all of its embarked members traveled across the Atlantic Ocean and into the 6th Fleet AOR, where they hosted the French Chief of Naval Operations as well as the U.S. Ambassador to France to observe a historic landing and launch of a French Rafale F2 jet. This was the first time a French strike aircraft had landed on board a U.S. carrier. Enterprise then became the first American carrier to pull into a French port in six years when it stopped for a three-day port visit in Cannes, France. Enterprise then shifted its focus East to combat operations in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility in support of OIF and OEF, where it would spend 55 straight days at sea before making the first of its three port calls in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates. During its time in combat, ENTSG aircraft flew more than 7,500 missions and made more than 6,500 arrested landings. In support of the troops on the ground, ENTSG pilots dropped 73 air-to-ground weapons and fired 4,149 rounds of 20mm ammunition. "This was the second extended combat deployment for Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 in a mere 20 months and the team performed superbly," said Capt. Mark Wralstad, CVW-1 commander. For members of the strike group's leadership, there was one event during the deployment that defined not only what ENTSG is all about, but also what the carriers bring to the Navy and the nation. While conducting operations in the North Persian Gulf in support of OIF and OEF, Enterprise received an order to make an immediate change to the mission at hand. "Admiral Holloway called me on the phone at 1:30 in the morning and said, 'Captain, after the helo (helicopter) lands, we need to turn south, out through the Straits of Hormuz, to conduct Operation Enduring Freedom flight ops,'" said Enterprise's Commanding Officer, Capt. Ron Horton. "Thirty-six hours after he made that call to me, we were launching aircraft into Afghanistan." There are a lot of little things that need to be done to keep a warship like Enterprise and a strike group like ENTSG going throughout a deployment. The Sailors and Marines on board completed 26 underway replenishments, receiving more than 12 million gallons of fuel; cooked and served approximately 4 million meals totaling more than $11 million; performed more than 4,200 preventative and corrective maintenance actions on the catapults and arresting gear to keep CVW-1 aircraft in the sky; transferred 3,960 pallets of cargo and hosted 303 distinguished visitors during 19 visits. "The ability of our Sailors, in all the departments, to overcome the challenges is amazing," said Horton. "Because of the skill, the dedication and intestinal fortitude of this crew, we overcame every challenge." The crew members of the ENTSG were able to accomplish more than just success in combat. Approximately 1,300 Navy College Program for Afloat College Education classes were completed; more than 300 Sailors were advanced; Sailors earned nearly 900 warfare pins and 304 Sailors reenlisted for almost $11 million in reenlistment bonuses. However, nothing can be accomplished underway if things aren't being taken care of back at home. The leaders of ENTSG expressed their deepest, heartfelt gratitude to all family, friends and loved ones who's sacrifice and effort made the deployment possible. "We want to thank all those families, loved ones and friends who have provided us their thoughtful prayers and loving and caring support during the entire 2007 year and especially during this combat deployment," said Holloway. "We could not sustain the level of focused, full spectrum combat operations without the enduring support of our loved ones. We thank them from the bottom of our heart. The loved ones at home allow us to focus so we can safely do our jobs as we serve this great nation." http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=33951 Enterprise is the flagship for Carrier Strike Group 12, which include the guided-missile destroyers USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98), USS James E. Williams (DDG 95), USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) and USS Stout (DDG 55); the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64); and the fast-attack submarine USS Philadelphia (SSN 690) all based in Norfolk, and also the fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) based in Earle, N.J. There are nearly 7,500 Sailors and Marines in the strike group. In addition to being the flagship of the strike group, Enterprise is also home to CVW 1. The air wing is comprised of the “Checkmates” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211 flying the F/A-18 Super Hornet and the “Knighthawks” of VFA-136; the “Sidewinders” of VFA-86; the “Thunderbolts” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 251 all flying the F/A-18 Hornet. Also joining CVW 1 are the “Dragonslayers” of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 11 flying the SH-60 Seahawk; the “Rooks” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137 flying the EA-6B Prowler; the “Screwtops” of VAW-123 flying the E-2C Hawkeye; the “Maulers” of Sea Control Squadron (VS) 32 flying the S-3B Viking; and the “Rawhides” of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40 flying the C-2A Greyhound.  http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=30463 "Big E" Deploys Story Number: NNS070708-05 Release Date: 7/8/2007 2:05:00 PM By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class James H. Green, USS Enterprise Public Affairs ABOARD USS ENTERPRISE, At sea (NNS) -- The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 departed Naval Station Norfolk for a regularly scheduled deployment July 7 in support of the global war on terrorism. http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=30463 Full story at http://www.uscarrierhistory.com USS Enterprise (CVN-65), former CVA(N)-65 - Present http://www.enterprise.navy.mil Commanding Officer Captain Ron Horton, former Captain Lawernce Rice Executive Officer Commander J. R. “JD” Dixon, former Captain O. P. Honors Command Master Chief CMDCM (AW/SW) Master Chief P. T. DeClercq http://www.enterprise.navy.mil/command%20leadership.htm Commander, Carrier Strike Group 12 (CCSG 12) COMCARSTRIKGRU http://www.ccsg12.surfor.navy.mil/default.aspx Commander Rear Admiral Daniel P. Holloway http://www.ccsg12.surfor.navy.mil/Site%20Pages/Biographies.aspx Chief of Staff Captain Matthew S. Beaver, former Captain Gary R. Parriott http://www.ccsg12.surfor.navy.mil/Site%20Pages/COSBio.aspx Senior Enlisted Advisor FCCM(SW) Master Chief Jeffrey A. Jackson http://www.ccsg12.surfor.navy.mil/Site%20Pages/SeaBIo.aspx COMDESRON (CDS 2) Commander Destroyer Squadron Two DESRON TWO "Second to None" http://www.cds2.surfor.navy.mil/default.aspx Commodore Captain Ralph L. Tindal, III, former Captain Clifford S. Sharpe http://www.cds2.surfor.navy.mil/Site%20Pages/Commodore.aspx Chief Staff Officer LCDR Todd Boehm, former Commander Ferdinand Reid http://www.cds2.surfor.navy.mil/Site%20Pages/ChiefStaff.aspx Command Master Chief GSCM (SW) Ronald Gaines http://www.cds2.surfor.navy.mil/Site%20Documents/Senior%20Enlisted.aspx http://www.cds2.surfor.navy.mil/site%20pages/staff.aspx DESRON TWO SHIP'S USS Stout (DDG 55) http://www.stout.navy.mil USS Forest Sherman (DDG 98) http://www.ddg98.navy.mi USS Gettysburg (CG 64) http://www.gettysburg.navy.mil/default.aspx USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) http://www.arleighburke.navy.mil USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) http://www.williams.navy.mi Former: USS Cole (DDG-67) http://www.cole.navy.mil USS Carr (FFG-52) http://www.carr.navy.mil USS Mcfaul (DDG-74) http://www.mcfaul.navy.mil USS Porter (DDG-78) http://www.porter.navy.mil USS Winston's Churchill (DDG-81) http://www.churchill.navy.mil USS Bainbridge (DDG-96) http://www.bainbridge.navy.mil USS Nicholas (FFG-47) http://www.ussnicholas.org/ffg47.html DESRON TWO HISTORY http://www.cds2.surfor.navy.mil/site%20pages/history.aspx OTHER TASK FORCE SHIPS/SUBS USNS Supply (T-AOE-6) http://navysite.de/ships/aoe6.htm http://www.msc.navy.mil/msfsc/ships.asp?ship=162&type=FastCombatSupportShip USS Philadelphia (SSN 690) – http://www.csg2.navy.mil/Philadelphia.htm SUBGRU 2 Groton, CT - CSG-8 Naples, Italy – News Former: USS Leyte Gulf (CG-55) http://navysite.de/cg/cg55.html http://www.navyct.com/d_cg55.shtml USS Alexandria (SSN-757) http://www.csg2.navy.mil/Alexandria/alexandria.htm As of 18 November 2006, the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group (ENTSTKGRU) is comprised of CVW-1, DESRON-2, the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Enterprise, the guided missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), the destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74), the frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47), all based in Norfolk, Va., the attack submarine USS Alexandria (SSN 757), homeported in Groton, Conn., and the fast-combat supply ship USNS Supply (T-AOE-6), homeported in Earle, N.J. America (CV-66), former CVA-64. COMCARAIRWING ONE Commanding Officer Deputy Commander Command Master Chief CMDCM STRKFITRON 86 (VFA-86) "Sidewinders" FA-18C (N) Hornet Strike Fighter Squadron 86 STRKFITRON 211 (VFA-211) “Checkmates” F/A-18 Super Hornet Strike Fighter Squadron 211 STRKFITRON 136 (VFA-136) “Knighthawks” F/A-18 Hornet ? Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 251   “Thunderbolts” F/A-18 Hornet VAQRON 137 (VAQ-137) "Rooks"" EA-6B Prowler Tactical Electronic Attack Squadron ONE THREE SEVEN CARAEWRON 123 (VAW-123) "Screwtops" E-2C Hawkeye Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron ONE TWO SEACONRON 32 (VS-32) "Maulers" S-3B Viking Sea Control Squadron THREE TWO STRKFITRON 82 (VFA-82) "Marauders" FA-18C (N) Hornet Strike Fighter Squadron EIGHTY TWO “Checkmates” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211 flying the F/A-18 Super Hornet and the “Knighthawks” of VFA-136FLELOGSUPPRON 40 (VRC-40) "The Rawhides" C-2A Greyhound Fleet Logistics Support Squadron FORTY ONE HELANTISUBRON 11 (HS-11) "The Dragonslayers" SH-60F / HH-60H Seahawk Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron ELEVEN Builder: Newport News Shipbuilding Company, Newport News, Virginia Cost: annual running costs estimated at $220 m Crew: Ship's Company: 3,320 - Air Wing: 2,600 Power Plant: Eight A2W reactors, four shafts Length: 336 m (1,101 ft) Flight Deck Width: 76 m (252 ft) Beam: 40 m (133 ft) Displacement: 89,600 tons full load Speed: 33.6 knots (62 km/h) after 1996 or 1999 refit Aircraft: 85+ - One squadron of F-14; Three of F/A-18; Four Prowlers; Four Hawkeyes; Six Vikings; Two Shadows; Eight Sea Kings or Seahawks Armament: Two Sea Sparrow launchers 3 x 20 mm Phalanx CIWS mounts Two Shadows; Eight Sea Kings or Seahawks Nimitz class multirole aircraft carriers (7+3 ships) USS Enterprise (CVN 65), Norfolk, Va. Official U. S. Navy Web Site - Ref. 362 http://www.enterprise.navy.mil USS Enterprise (CVN 65) News http://www.news.navy.mil/local/cvn65 USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Story Archive http://www.news.navy.mil/local/story_archive.asp?id=7 - Ref. 361 USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Photo Gallery http://www.navsource.org/archives/02/65.htm Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet Story Archive http://www.navy.mil/local/story_archive.asp?id=18 Current Aircraft Carrier Location - http://www.gonavy.jp/CVLocation.html Enterprise intended replacement is CVN-78 to be built by 2013 _________________ U. S. Navy Veteran  August 1977 to July 1983 Yoeman Second Class, with student pilot's license
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