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Pay and Benefitsequitable housing compensation basedon housing costs in local civilian housingmarkets where they are stationed. For2008 housing allowance go to: https://secureapp2.hqda.pentagon.mil/perdiem/.Photo by Paul EngstromPhoto by MC1 James E. FoehlIncentivesSea Duty Incentive PaySea Duty Incentive Pay (SDIP) offersextra pay of up to $750 per monthfor extensions and early return to sea,targeting certain pay grades and rates. Formore information on SDIP, visit www.npc.navy.mil.Assignment Incentive PayAssignment Incentive Pay (AIP) isa personnel distribution tool designedto incentivize traditionally hard-to-fillassignments with a market-based incentive.AIP Policy Decision Memorandum dated 7December 2006 outlines the specific policyand processes governing AIP. For moreinformation on AIP, visit www.npc.navy.mil/CareerInfo/PayAndBenefits/AIP.htm.▲ Family members of SHC Rustico Gatchalian, assigned to Naval Station Pearl Harbor, has chiefpetty officer anchors pinned onto his uniform during a pinning ceremony.Career Sea Pay andCareer Sea Pay PremiumCareer Sea Pay (CSP) and Career SeaPay Premium (CSPP) were establishedby Congress in December 1980 asentitlements to compensate servicemembers for the inherent dangers of seaduty and to provide a retention incentivefor longevity and consecutive sea servicegreater than 36 months. CSP and CSPPare detailed in Military Personnel Manualarticle 7220-060.Critical Skills Enlistment andReenlistment BonusesThe military has established checks andbalances to ensure a complement of skillsremain in military service. When anycritical skill becomes scarce, DOD offersfinancial incentives in the form of bonuses,some upwards of $20,000. Check out theSelective Reenlistment Bonus Calculatoron the Career Tools Web site at www.npc.navy.mil/CareerInfo/StayNavyTools/CareerTools.Career Status BonusService members who entered service onor after Aug. 1, 1986, can elect to receivea $30,000 Career Status Bonus (CSB) attheir 15th year of service. If they choosethe bonus, they will retire under theCSB/REDUX retirement system instead ofthe High-3 system. Think through all theoptions. More information and points of▲ MM3 Class Dylan Young assigned toUSS Boxer (LHD 4) holds his selectivereenlistment bonus check.contact can be found at www.npc.navy.mil/AboutUs/NPC/ITIM/DataManagement/CareerStatusBonus.Allowances and otherCompensationsBasic Allowance for Housing (BAH)BAH is based on geographic dutyloacation, pay grade and dependencystatus. The intent of BAH is to provideuniformed service members accurate andPhoto by MC3 James SewardOverseas Housing AllowanceThe Overseas Housing Allowance, orOHA, is paid to service members who livein private housing at their overseas dutystation. OHA helps offset housing costs,like rent, utility and recurring maintenanceexpenses, along with move-in housingallowance. Get current housing allowancesfor members stationed overseas at thePer Diem, Travel and TransportationAllowance Committee Web site at https://secureapp2.hqda.pentagon.mil/perdiem.Clothing AllowancesEnlisted personnel are issued a completeuniform wardrobe when they begin activeduty. On each enlistment anniversary,a lump sum replacement/maintenanceallowance is paid. Also, those eligibleto promote to chief petty officer receivea special allowance to offset the initialexpense of purchasing a new set ofuniforms. Thereafter, they receive a setannual replacement allowance.Tax AdvantagesServing in the military has a hugeadvantage. When you look at your pay,add into the equation the “invisible” taxadvantages. Housing, on-base shoppingand special pays are tax free. Also,depending on legally declared residency,service members may not have to pay stateincome tax. Additional tax relief is givenwhen you make purchases at the militaryExchange, Commissary, package stores,▲ The family of MM1 Matthew Hardman is welcomed to their new home in Forrestal Village during a ribbon cutting ceremony marking theofficial opening of Naval Station Great Lakes’ public-private venture housing.and the veterinarian. Build your nest eggwith untaxed money into the Thrift SavingsPlan. These tax advantages may be difficultto quantify, but any time you do notpay or defer tax because of your militaryaffiliation, it is cash back in your wallet.Thrift Savings PlanThe Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is aretirement savings and investment planfor Federal employees including activeduty military. The purpose of TSP is toprovide retirement income. TSP offersthe uniformed services the same typeof savings and tax benefits that manyprivate corporations offer their employeesunder 401(k) plans. TSP regulations arepublished in title 5 of the Code of FederalRegulations, Parts 1600–1690, and areperiodically supplemented and amendedin the Federal Register. Go to www.tsp.govfor more information on the Thrift SavingsPlan. It’s another perk to help Sailors maptheir future financial security.Navy HousingAt the Navy Housing Web site, www.housing.navy.mil, you can search for localNavy housing offices by installations eitheralphabetically, by state, or by region. TheNavy Housing site also provides links toother official military and public Web sitesfor housing searches. You can even accesshousing applications online, enter yourinformation, and print it to take to thehousing office.Navy ExchangeThe Navy Exchange Service Command(NEXCOM) provides authorized customersquality goods and services at a savings. Aportion of NEX profits support qualityof life programs for active duty military,retirees, reservists and their families.In addition to retail stores, the NavyExchange enterprise offers gas stations,food outlets, phone service needs, flowershops as well as Navy Lodges, NavyUniforms, ship’s stores and supportincluding household goods moves, foodservice afloat and ashore, postal and ATMsat sea. For more information, visit www.navy-nex.com. A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S

Photo by MC2 Eric J. Rowley▲ The Naval Base Kitsap Bangor Navy Exchange and Commissary.CommissaryThe Defense Commissary Agencyoperates commissaries worldwide withgroceries for military personnel, retirees andtheir families in a safe and secure shoppingenvironment. Authorized patrons purchaseitems at cost plus a 5-percent surcharge,which covers the costs of building newcommissaries and modernizing existingones. Shoppers save an average of more than30 percent on their purchases comparedto commercial prices-savings worth about$3,000 annually for a family of four.stay navy toolsCareer Management SymposiumNavy Personnel Command’s CareerManagement Symposiums are road showsoffering information essential to Sailors’careers. The presentations are easy tounderstand and pertinent. Sponsored byNPC’s Center for Career Development,the traveling team stays on top of the latestpolicy and perks such as: pay, benefits,allowances, education, family supportservices, and career opportunities. Tofind out more information and learnwhen a CMS is coming to your base,visit www.npc.navy.mil/CareerInfo/CareerManagementSymposia/.Pay and CompensationCalculatorIn less than 10 minutes, this tallies thevalue of your direct and indirect pay,illustrating the benefits of a Navy careercompared to civilian jobs. Health carecoverage, housing allowances and otherbenefits are estimated to double a Sailor’spay. Learn about the tax advantages youreceive as a military member and get asnapshot of your retirement earnings ifyou StayNavy. The calculator is availablethrough Navy Personnel Commandat www.npc.navy.mil/CareerInfo/StayNavyTools/CareerTools/; click on the“Pay and Compensation Calculator” link.Retirement Calculator – ActiveDuty and ReserveRetirement Calculator forecasts nondisabilitymilitary retirement income,based on your career details and variableeconomic factors. It’s intended formembers who are currently serving andare not retired yet. This gives you anopportunity to see what the Navy willprovide for you and your family after 20or more years if you StayNavy. Visit www.npc.navy.mil/CareerInfo/StayNavyTools/CareerTools/; click on the “RetirementCalculator – Active Duty and Reserve” link.Perform to ServePerform to Serve (PTS) is a centralizedreservation system that balances Navy ratingsby converting Sailors from crowded ratingsto critically-undermanned ratings offeringbetter promotion opportunities. The processapplies to first-term Sailors. Guidance forPTS can be found in the Military PersonnelManual article 1440-060. PTS is your ticketto a future in the U.S. Navy.Customer Service CenterThe Customer Service Center bringsits support to Sailors around the world.Active, reserve, retired Sailors and theirfamilies can get answers on a wide varietyof career-related questions such as: Navyprograms, policies, pay, benefits, selectionboards, and service record entries just toname a few of the areas covered. Contacta customer service agent at 1-866-U-ASK-NPC (1-866-827-5672) or via e-mail atCSCmailbox@navy.mil. Hours are 7 a.m.to 7 p.m., Central Time, weekdays.ARGUS SurveyThe ARGUS Survey is a voluntary,web-based questionnaire to pulse Sailorsat key career milestones (includingpromotion/advancement, reenlistment,and separation). In less than 15 minutesto complete, it captures factors influencingSailors’ career decisions. ARGUS responsesare anonymous. The data guides commandleadership to specific improvements thatimpact Sailor satisfaction. ARGUS isaccessible via https://argus.bol.navy.mil/.Let your voice be heard.Navy SystemsCareer InformationManagement System (CIMS)CIMS allows the CMDCMs, seniorenlisted leaders, command careercounselors, and division unit careercounselors access to Sailors’ service records.CIMS uses the Electronic Service Recordallowing Career Development Boards allthe information they need to help Sailorsget traction with career management andadvancement preparation.My PayAn official military resource, myPaybrings your pay information right toyour computer in a secure, user-friendlyenvironment. You can view many pay itemsonline and even make changes to somewithout completing paper forms. WithmyPay, you can access your Leave andEarnings Statement (LES), elect whetherto receive your LES in paper or electronicformat only, make changes to your ThriftSavings Plan, and more. myPay, formerlyE/MSS, connects active duty, reservists,retirees, and DoD civilians to their payinformation. The site is accessible throughthe Defense Finance and AccountingService Web site at www.dfas.mil.Work Life BalanceTask Force Life/WorkTask Force Life/Work (TFLW) is aseries of initiatives, policies, programs,and changes with the potential to enhancethe balance between a Sailor’s life andwork. By improving that balance fleetwide,and capitalizing on the best traditionsand heritage of the Navy, significantinfluence can be made on how success isachieved, how forces are deployed, andhow 21st century Sailors are prepared fora rapidly changing future. TFLW is notlooking for the easy button for Sailors– it is looking for the better button. Formore information on TFLW, refer toNAVADMIN 159/07.ParenthoodNew adoption policy has beenestablished that reflects changes in thelaw requiring commanding officersto authorize up to 21 days permissivetemporary additional duty (TEMADD),depending on unit mission, for any servicemember adopting a child. (NAVADMIN157/07).Operational Duty DefermentNew mothers may extend deploymentdeferment for up to 12 months afterdelivery. A waiver option to return earlyto operational duty prior to the conclusionof 12 months is included if desired.(NAVADMIN 157/07).▶ PSSN Chris Rasco receives money fromET3 Adam Stevenson to put on his Navycash card while visiting the disbursing officeaboard USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).▲ Sailors enjoy a trail ride with their loved ones at Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s (MWR)Oceana Stables.Photo by MC3 Paul J. PerkinsPhoto by MC2 Matthew D. Leistikow A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S

Recruiting CommandBasicsHeadquartered at Naval Support Activity(NSA) Mid-South located in Millington,Tenn., CNRC’s mission is to manage therecruitment of young men and women forenlisted and officer programs in the regularand reserve components of the Navy.CNRC is divided into two regions,East and West, comprised of 26 districtsgeographically disbursed throughout theUnited States and abroad, which supportmore than 1,500 recruiting stations. Morethan 7,200 military and civilian personnelcomprise CNRC.Recruiting DutyBy the end of FY10 CNRC will “plusup” its active enlisted recruiting force from4,000 to 5,000 of the best Sailors from thefleet. A number of the recruiting billets willbe filled by third class petty officers.While recruiting duty is a challengingassignment, the benefits can be veryrewarding:Recruiters receive $450 in specialassignment pay per month and an extra$220 special uniform allowance per year inaddition to their regular uniform allowance.Recruiters have a large and diversechoice of places to be stationed around thecountry. Many are assigned close to theirhome towns.Recruiting offers meritoriousadvancement up to chief petty officer for topperformers.Sailors up for shore duty and in theirwindow for transfer are encouraged tocontact their detailers to discuss the possibilityof helping to shape our Navy’s future.Naval Special Warfare(SEAL/SWCC) and NavySpecial Operations (EOD/Diver) RecruitingA priority focus on recruiting qualified,enlisted SEAL and other NSW/NSOcandidates is being addressed byimplementing initiatives designed to stepuprecruiting efforts in order to meet theincreased demand signal in support of theglobal war on terrorism (GWOT).Qualified active-duty SEALs, SWCCs,EODs, Divers, and Air Rescue Swimmerswill be assigned to each of the recruitingdistricts to act as NSW/NSO ProgramCoordinators for focused NSW/NSOrecruiting efforts. These coordinators willshare their expert knowledge of the variousNSW/NSO missions and will mentorpotential recruits, allowing for improvedrecruit selection and higher levels ofpreparedness.CNRC also contracted support throughformer/retired SEAL/SWCC/Diverpersonnel for the 26 Recruiting Districts.These contracted NSW/NSO mentorsguide and prepare SEAL applicantsin the Delayed Entry Program (DEP).These efforts have greatly increased theNSW/NSO candidates’ Physical ScreeningTest (PST) pass-rate at Recruit TrainingCommand. Basic Underwater Demolition/Seal (BUD/S) training pass-rates havealso increased in the last year since thisinitiative started.Together with Navy Special WarfareCommand (SPECWARCOM), CNRChosted two SEAL Fitness Challenges inselected metropolitan areas during FY07.These events promoted physical fitnessand challenged civilians to test themselvesagainst the minimum physical requirementsto begin SEAL training or other NSW/NSOprograms. Four SEAL Fitness Challengeevents are planned for FY08.Accelerate to ExcellenceLast year, CNRC and NETC (NavalEducation and Training Command) begana pilot program to bring in top-notchrecruits who will earn an associate’s degreebefore arriving to the fleet.“Accelerate to Excellence” aims to bringin qualified recruits in several technicalratings. The Navy puts them through twosemesters of community college while inthe Delayed Entry Program (DEP) andanother semester after basic training. Thedegrees are completed with credits earnedat their respective “A” schools.Program participants leave “A” school as▲ NC2 Trina Norman and other recruiters from Recruiting District Richmond stand side-by-sidewith members of the U.S. Navy #88 Chevy Monte Carlo team.Photo by MC2 Kristopher Wilsonan E-4/PO3 and are awarded an associate’sdegree in their chosen field.Reserve RecruitingCNRC is dedicated to increasing Reserverecruiting, particularly from the ranks ofthose leaving active duty.“Fleet to NOSC” is a program designedto streamline and ease the transition fromthe Active Component to the ReserveComponent of the Navy. The processstarts while the Sailor is on active duty andenables them to transfer over to the reservemore smoothly than in the past.Another reserve initiative is a twoyeardeployment deferment. Under thisprogram, reservists coming from activeduty are guaranteed no deployments withtheir reserve units for two years from theday they left active duty.For information on transitioning tothe Navy Reserve, contact your careercounselor or for officers, visit your localreserve officer recruiter.NASCARThe Navy has been associated withNASCAR over the past four years toincrease America’s awareness of theopportunities to serve our great country.Part of that awareness is an associationwith JR Motorsports and its owner, DaleEarnhardt Jr.NASCAR’s large audiences, particularlyin television, enhance marketing effortsand deliver significant outreach to theAmerican public.DiversityCNRC is dedicated to improving therepresentation of both minorities andwomen in the Navy. These efforts includefocused advertising on different ethnicgroups and women.Diversity is critical to the Navy’s futuresuccess; our Navy should reflect the nationwe represent. Strengthening diversitystrengthens the Navy. The goal is for theNavy to gain the cultural competenciesneeded to make it the employer of choicefor all Americans.CNRC sponsors several diversityevents a year such as the National Societyof Black Engineers conference and theSociety of Hispanic Professional Engineersconference. CNRC is committed not onlyto maintaining our relationships withDiversity Affinity Groups such as NationalAssociation for the Advancement ofColored People, but advancing them wellinto the next century. Such partnershipsopen doors of opportunity which allowsthe Navy access to the best and brightesttalent in the country.Cyberspace RecruitingCyberspace recruiters, located atCNRC’s home at NSA Mid-South inMillington, Tenn., get “leads” from onlinesources such as Navy ads placed on jobsites like Monster.com and Hotjobs.com,as well as inquiries received at Navy.comCyberspace recruiters call, E-mail, andchat online with potential applicantsmuch the same way field recruiters do. AllCyberspace recruiters go through the sametraining as all recruiters.Navy WeekNavy Recruiting Districts, inconjunction with the Navy Office ofCommunity Outreach (NAVCO), host“Navy Week” events in their respectiveareas of responsibility.Navy Week events are anchored withlarger, pre-scheduled local events suchas air shows, fairs, festivals, NASCARraces or other sporting events. Theymay also include performances by Navydemonstration teams such as the LeapFrogs and Blue Angels. There is always astrong Navy presence at these and otherlocal community events.Navy Weeks increase Navy awarenesswithin local communities of predominantlynon-fleet concentration areas, such asin Middle America, and help to create apositive recruiting environmentFor a listing of events, go to www.navy.mil/navco.▶ Participants in the Trident Challengewatch a video prior to entering the swimmingpool to learn the proper procedure for theside stroke.▲ Members of the 49th Cardinal Company, a group of enlisted recruits from Navy RecruitingDistrict St. Louis, prepare for their oath of enlistment.Photo by MC1(AW) Brien AhoPhoto by MCC Gary Ward14 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S15

EducationPhoto by MC2 James BartelsBasicsBeginning September 2008, educationwill add promotion points to the finalmultiple for those E-3 to E-5 Sailorscompleting a degree. NAVADMIN 150/07has details. Want to get that diploma?See your Navy College office and useyour valuable education benefits. A listof educational links, including tuitionassistance for enlisted and officers is onthe Navy Personnel Command Web site atwww.npc.navy.mil/CareerInfo/Education/.• Tuition Assistance – The Navy’sfinancial assistance program. Itprovides active duty personnel andsome reserve personnel on active dutya percentage of the tuition costs forcourses taken in an off-duty status atan accredited college, university, orvocational/technical institution. SeeNAVADMIN 161/07 for details.• NCPACE – Navy College Programfor Afloat College Education istuition free.• College Level Exam Program – testand receive college credit throughCLEP tests.• Montgomery GI Bill – if you enrolledin MGIB and have 24 months ofactive-duty, you can tap some of thebenefits, with full eligibility after 36months. Visit the MGIB Web site atwww.gibill.va.gov/.• The Navy’s Web Learning Portalthrough which Sailors are able toaccess the professional and personaldevelopment resources needed tosupport their 5 Vector Model (5VM),the Navy’s premier interactive careerplanning model.▲ Dr. Bill Kirtley teaches American Government to Sailors aboard USS Boxer (LHD 4).Educational opportunitiesEducational opportunities abound whileyou are in the military service. Whether youare looking for additional military training,seeking to earn an advanced degree, orsimply wanting to improve your mind, theNavy has an educational match for you.FOR ENLISTEDVoluntary Education DegreesInstructions on how to add yourVoluntary Education Degree to yourmilitary records.Advancement ManualAdvancement manual for theadvancement of enlisted personnel of U.S.Navy and U.S. Navy Reserve.Navy Advancement CenterWeb site designed to help sailors preparefor advancement by providing the latestadvancement information and requirements.Senior Enlisted AcademyA nine-week educational course located inNewport, R.I., which ensures the continuedimprovement of the students’ alreadysuperior management and leadership skillsby exposing them to a variety of leadershipmodels and encouraging them to solveproblems in a systematic manner.Rating and Degree RoadmapsRating Roadmaps identify the AmericanCouncil on Education recommendedcollege credit for Navy training, and ratingspecific work experience across a Navycareer in a specific rating.STA-21 Commissioning ProgramThe STA-21 Commissioning Programis designed to allow superior active dutySailors to receive a college education andbecome commissioned officers in theUnrestricted Line, Special Duty Officer(Intelligence), Nurse Corps, Supply Corps,or Civil Engineer Corps.FOR officersNaval War CollegeThe Naval War College’s mission fortheir students is to expound upon theirprofessional capabilities, provide anunderstanding of military strategy andoperational art, and imbed them withgood attitudes and perspectives on jointoperations. The War College also serves asa center for war-gaming and research todevelop future plans for fighting a war.Command Leadership SchoolThe Command Leadership Schoolhouses the Prospective CommandingOfficer Course and the ProspectiveExecutive Officer Course. The CNEThosted link allows members to prepare forthe school and their next command.Naval Postgraduate SchoolProvides an outstanding opportunity tocomplete a graduate degree in a variety oftechnical and non-technical programs.Navy College ProgramProvides opportunities for officers toearn college degrees by providing academiccredit for Navy training, work experience,and off-duty education.16 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S17

Fleet and FamilyFleet and Family SupportProgram (FFSP) is alignedin three functional areasDeployment support is comprised ofservices that directly sustain deploymentand mission readiness by preparing servicemembers and their families to anticipate,understand and cope with the unusualdemands associated with Navy lifestyle andoperating tempo.• Deployment Programs• Ombudsman Support• Relocation Assistance• Life Skills Education• Mobilization/RepatriationCrisis response is comprised of servicesthat provide counseling and support,victim intervention and related preventioneducation.• Clinical Counseling• Family Advocacy Program• Sexual Assault Victim Intervention(SAVI)• Victim Advocacy• Casualty/Disaster Response• Critical Incident Intervention• New Parent SupportCareer support and retention includesprograms and services to increase servicemember retention, family support forretention, and career support planning.• Transition Assistance Program• Family Employment ReadinessProgram• Personal Financial ManagementNavyWide ProgramInitiativesIA SupportDevelops Web-based IA manualstargeted for commands, Sailors and familymembers. These handbooks provideinstructions, up-to-date information,checklists and target unique aspects of IAassignments.SAVI ProgramProvides a consistent and standardizedresponse to sexual assault incidentsthrough victim response; sexual assaultawareness, prevention and education;victim advocacy, and data collection.Sexual Assault Response Coordinators areresponsible for managing all sexual assaultcases and supporting the commands.Photo by MCSA Shanika FutrellPhoto by MC3 Patrick M. KearneyClinical CounselingIndividual, group, couples and familycounseling is provided by licensed clinicalcounselors. A variety of parenting classes,stress reduction and anger managementclasses are available.Disaster ResponseFFSP coordinates response involvingdeploying staff from other regions in supportof those FFSC’s and areas in need. FFSCclinical counselors and personal financialmanagement educators continued toaugment FFSC staff in hurricane impactedareas to respond to ongoing personal andfinancial challenges for military families.PartnershipsRelationships with a wide variety ofcivilian agencies maximize quality servicesoffered to Sailors and families. Thesecollaborative relationships include: theBetter Business Bureau, American RedCross and Chamber of Commerce.Family Advocacy ProgramClinical and victim advocate staffprovide prevention, education, victimsafety, restricted reporting options, andcounseling. The New Parent SupportProgram is a prevention service thatprovides voluntary in-home visitation tonew parents.Personal FinancialManagement ProgramProvides a collaborative andcomprehensive approach to educationand counseling about personal financialmanagement. Delivers services andindividualized assistance that fostersfinancial responsibility and accountabilitywith primary emphasis on financialindependence, sound money management,debt avoidance and long-term financialstability.AccreditationFFSP supports a robust accreditationprogram, which visits each site on atriennial basis ensuring compliance withDoD standards. All 59 FFSP centers arecurrently accredited or working towardsaccreditation.OmbudsmanA new instruction has been released,and a training curriculum developed, toenhance support of the IA process.Morale, Welfare& RecreationNavy Motion Picture Service• Movie service provided to 805locations worldwide• Videotape service – 751 sites(386 afloat; 365 ashore; 40 forwarddeployed)• 35MM film service – 54 sites(45 commands)Navy General Library Program• Virtual library service through NavyKnowledge Online (www.nko.navy.mil).• Outfit shipboard libraries withcomputers.• Outfit new ships with libraries forNAVSEA.• Paperback book service provided to358 locations worldwide.• Program support provided forCONUS and OCONUS facilities.CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAMS81 Bases with Child DevelopmentPrograms69 Bases with Youth ProgramsNumber of Facilities124 Child Development Centers (CDCs);103 Youth Centers; and3,115 Child Development Home (CDH)providers(Source: CNIC)Photo by MC2 Matthew D. Leistikow▲ Kathleen Thompson, an information referral specialist for the Hampton Roads Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) receives informationfrom one of 28 civilian and military organizations during FFSC’s Resource Fair in Norfolk.▲ Ed Olander (center), a financial educator with Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC),conducts a credit management class for Sailors at Naval Base San Diego. The class is designed tohelp Sailors learn about good and bad credit, as well as the responsibility of having credit.▲ Kim Tarshis, a family violence preventioneducator, informs Sailors and family membersabout programs available to them at the Fleetand Family Support Centert.18 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S19

Photo by HM1 Jean A. WertmanNavy Medicine21 HospitalsCONUS• Naval Medical Center, San Diego• Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton,Calif.• Naval Hospital Lemoore, Calif.• Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms,Calif.• Naval Hospital Jacksonville, Fla.• Naval Health Clinic Great Lakes, Ill.• National Naval Medical Center,Bethesda, Md.• Naval Hospital Cherry Point, N.C.• Naval Hospital Beaufort, S.C.• Naval Health Clinic Charleston, S.C.• Naval Hospital Corpus Christi, Texas• Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Va.• Naval Hospital Bremerton, Wash.• Naval Hospital Oak Harbor, Wash.OCONUS• U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay,Cuba• U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka, Japan• U.S. Naval Hospital Rota, Cadiz, Spain• U.S. Naval Hospital Guam, AganaHeights, Guam• U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Kuwae,Chatan-cho, Okinawa, Japan• U.S. Naval Hospital Naples, Italy• U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella, Sicily,Italy6 Ambulatory CareClinicsCONUS• Naval Health Clinic Hawaii,Pearl Harbor• Naval Health Clinic Annapolis, Md.13 Dental ClinicsCONUS• Naval Dental Center Camp Pendleton,Calif.• Naval Dental Center Southwest,San Diego• Naval Dental Center Southeast,Jacksonville, Fla.Photo by MCSA Joshua ValcarcelPhoto by MC2 John F. Looney• Naval Dental Center Gulf, Pensacola,Fla.• National Naval Dental Center,Bethesda, Md.• 2D Dental Battalion/Naval DentalCenter Camp Lejeune, N.C.• Naval Dental Center Northeast,Newport, R.I.• Naval Dental Center Parris Island, S.C.• Naval Dental Center Mid-Atlantic,Norfolk• Naval Dental Center Northwest,Bremerton, Wash.OCONUS• U.S. Naval Dental Center Europe,Naples, Italy• 3d DenBN/U.S. Naval Dental CenterOkinawa, Japan• Naval Dental Center Pearl Harbor2 Hospital shipsUSNS Mercy (T-AH 19)homeport San DiegoUSNS Comfort (T-AH 20)homeport Baltimore7 Research Commands• Naval Health Research Center,San Diego• Naval Submarine Medical ResearchLaboratory, Groton, Conn.• Naval Aerospace Research Laboratory,Pensacola, Fla.• Naval Dental Research Institute,Great Lakes, Ill.• Naval Medical Research Center,Silver Spring, Md.• Naval Health Research CenterDetachment, Environment HealthEffects Laboratory, Wright-PattersonAir Force Base, Ohio• Naval Health Research CenterDetachment Directed EnergyBioeffects Laboratory Brooks-City,Brooks City Base, TexasNumber of Doctors: 4,297Active Duty........................................................3,779Reservists............................................................. 51829%12%88%Number of Pharmacists: 167Active Duty............................................................118Reservists...............................................................4914%71%86%Number of HospitalCorpsmen: 28,959Active Duty......................................................24,764Reservists.......................................................... 4,195Number of Dentists: 1,261Active Duty........................................................ 1,040Reservists............................................................. 22129% 32%12%88%71% 68%Number of Nurses: 4,115Active Duty........................................................2,807Reservists.......................................................... 1,30847% 53%Number of Births: 37,784At Navy Hospitals............................................ 19,908At Private Sector Hospitals............................. 17,876▲ Lt. Cmdr. (Dr. ) Angela Powell, an otolaryngologist is assisted by HM3 Daniel Vogel asurgical technician, while performing surgery aboard USNS Comfort (T-AH 20).• Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River,Md.• Naval Health Care New England,Newport, R.I.• Naval Health Clinic Quantico, Va.OCONUS• U.S. Naval Health Clinics UK,Middlesex, HA4, UK▲ HM2 Richard Gold examines a patient’scondition during a mass casualty drill aboardUSS Boxer (LHD 4).▲ HM2 Diana Rodriguez, a medical laboratorytechnician, searches for a specimen for repeatanalysis at Naval Hospital Guam.3 Naval HealthCare Schools• Uniformed Services University of theHealth Sciences, Bethesda, Md.• Naval Medical Education andTraining Command, Bethesda, Md.• Naval Operational Medicine Institute,Pensacola, Fla.Number of Independent Duty Hospital Corpsmen: 1,220Number of FMF Hospital Corpsmen: 8,140Number of Hospital Patients Seen in a Year: 88,702Number of Prescriptions filled in a Year: 13,832,323Number of Appointments in a Year: 10,047,10120 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S21

Photo by MC2 Jarod HodgeNaval Safety CenterFleet combat readiness is inseparable from safety. The death of a trained and readySailor due to recreational or motor vehicle mishap impacts the fleet just as much as if heor she was killed in the line of duty. The Naval Safety Center, headquartered in Norfolk,is your one-stop shop for all things related to risk management, mishap prevention andsafety education. The command, comprised of about 200 active-duty Sailors, Marines andDepartment of the Navy civilians, has experts in all areas of safety and risk managementworking toward the Secretary of Defense’s mandate for a 75 percent reduction in mishaprates by the end of 2008.Safety AshoreThe biggest risk-management challengesSailors face occur off-duty. Each year,automobile, motorcycle and recreationalmishaps kill more than twice as manySailors as operational mishaps.The Ashore Directorate providesinformation on seatbelt usage, distracteddriving, and driving while intoxicated.There are also useful presentations forSailors and their families on recreationaland at-home risk management. TheAshore Safety Directorate recommends anew tool called the Travel Risk PlanningSystem, which helps Sailors assess theirown high-risk behaviors before they passthrough the front gates to begin a longdrive. This program also gets first-linesupervisors such as leading petty officersand division chiefs involved with one-ononecounseling about safe driving. To takethe assessment, log onto Navy KnowledgeOnline at www.nko.navy.mil.The Occupational Safety and Healthdivision covers everything from acquisitionsafety to preventing falls, fires, and otherworkplace hazards. There are otherdivisions dealing with explosives, high-risktraining, and tactical maneuvers such asparachuting. Find out more by visitinghttp://safetycenter.navy.mil/ashore.Aviation safety surveys are conductedto help commands assess their compliancewith instructions and safety policies. Learnmore about the services offered by theAviation Directorate at http://safetycenter.navy.mil/aviation. The Operational andOff-Duty Risk Management (ORM) teamis also part of the Aviation Directorate.Download training guides, presentations,instructions, and a magazine outliningthe ORM process at http://safetycenter.navy.mil/orm. The ORM team also offersassessments and training to help keepmishaps from occurring in the first place.Afloat SafetyThe Afloat Safety Directorate iscomprised of three divisions – Diving,Submarine, and Surface Warfare. If ithappens on, in, or under the sea, theseare the people working to make it happensafely. All three divisions conduct safetysurveys: a thorough check for hazardousconditions that could lead to a mishap.They also offer checklists, informationabout relevant Naval instructions,presentations, and more to help you avoidcostly mishaps. Find out more at http://safetycenter.navy.mil/afloat.on WESS, including a downloadable user’sguide and a training video, can be found athttp://safetycenter.navy.mil/wess.Publications,Posters and VideosThe Naval Safety Center producesthree magazines. Sea&Shore (quarterly)promotes shipboard as well as off-duty andat-home risk management for Sailors andtheir families. Mech (quarterly) is gearedtoward aircraft maintainers. Approach(bi-monthly) is intended primarily foraviators. All of these magazines offer firsthand, “been there, done that” types ofreal-world stories to help Sailors keep fromrepeating the mistakes of others.To receive any of these magazines atyour command, contact the public affairsofficer at safe-pao@navy.mil. The SafetyCenter also produces dozens of postersfor distribution. To download or orderposters, visit http://safetycenter.navy.mil/media/posters. Your Safety Minuteis a short, informal one-minute videosegment offering the latest in safetytrends and timely advice. Download thesesegments and other safety videos at http://safetycenter.navy.mil/media/gallery/videos.▲ MA1 Michael Kokkeby observes Sailors during an M-16A1 qualification at the Naval BaseGuam gun range. Kokkeby is the lead range safety officer assigned to the Naval SecurityDetachment Guam Armory.Photo by MC2 John F. LooneyPhoto by MCSN Harry J. Rucker III▲ AO1 Adrian Harp watches flight operations as a safety supervisor aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during Exercise Talisman Saber 2007 nearthe coast of Australia.Aviation SafetyThe Naval Safety Center’s AviationDirectorate offers numerous services tothe fleet. The aeromedical division dealswith human factors that lead to mishaps:fatigue, stress, cognitive factors, and manymore. The investigations branch conductssafety investigations when mishaps occur.The goal of these investigations is to gleaninformation that will keep other aviatorsfrom having a similar mishap.Web-EnabledSafety SystemThe Navy’s primary means of reportingmishaps is the Web-Enabled Safety System,or WESS. This online reporting and dataretrieval system is mandatory and providesreal-time reporting, eliminating the needfor redundant local data-entry systems. Itallows commands to access data so theycan perform their own analysis. TrainingFor all this and more,visit www.safetycenter.navy.mil.▲ Lt. j. g. Robert Storer, assigned to Patrol Squadron 5, tests his M-40 gas mask to ensure itfits correctly during an equipment check aboard Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Fla.22 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S23

Photo by Ensign Christopher WeisIA DutyECRC has the Answers to Your IA QuestionsThe Expeditionary Combat Readiness Center (ECRC) was established in October 2006 toprovide specialized support structure between Sailors on Individual Augmentees assignments,their parent command and their administrative and operational chain of command.The mission of the ECRC is to provide oversight to ensure effective processing, equipping,training, certification, deployment, reach-back, redeployment and proactive family supportof combat-trained Navy IAs, ad-hoc individuals and provisional units deploying for nontraditionalexpeditionary missions in support of the global war on terrorism (GWOT).ECRC is an also an advocate for the Sailor’s family during the entire IA process. Spousesand family members often feel isolated because they are not going through a traditionaldeployment and sometimes feel they no longer have access to their normal support system.The ECRC Family Readiness Department provides a conduit for family support by linkingto a diversified network of military and civilian assistance and resource centers including theSailor’s parent command, Navy ombudsmen, Fleet and Family Support Centers (FFSC) andNavy Operational Support Centers (NOSC), to ensure IA families receive timely informationand help when they need it.To guarantee that families receive the very best support possible, IA sailors are directed toinclude their family’s current contact information in the spouse and next of kin portions ofthe ECRC IA checklist. If a family changes location during the deployment, they can contactECRC by phone or email and update their information.▲ Chief Petty Officer Patrick Flynn, of Provincial Reconstruction Team Khost, interviews anAfghan laborer after a recent attack at a local municipal building.What is an IndividualAugmentee (IA)In contrast to Sailors who deploy with aunit like a ship or a squadron, many Sailorsdeploy individually or are formed intosmall groups to serve in non-traditionalexpeditionary missions. The category alsoincludes Reserve units deployed intact andreservists deployed individually. Most IAsare concentrated in the 26-nation CentralCommand region, which includes Iraq,Afghanistan, Kuwait, Bahrain and the Hornof Africa. The rest are serving elsewhere inthe world, including the military detentioncenter at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.What training do IAsreceive?All Sailors are required to complete trainingcourses located on Navy Knowledge Online(NKO), including anti-terrorism and forceprotection. IAs are assigned to combatsupport and combat service support roles andwere never meant to replace combatant forces.Approximately 46 percent or 4,500 peryear of IAs receive training at NIACT, NavyIndividual Augmentee Combat Training.NIACT facilitates training through anNavy Personnel Development Commandmanaged training program led by Armydrill sergeants at Fort Jackson, S.C.NIACT is designed to teach Sailors basicsurvival and combat skills. These skills areused for self-defense tactics so Sailors candefend themselves and their shipmates. Thebalance of IAs, the Ad Hocs (about 6,000per year) and provisional units are trainedat other Army installations with trainingtailored to meet mission requirements.Some of the training an IA receives atNIACT includes land navigation, convoyops, first aid, communications, weaponsqualifications and familiarization andcultural awareness. IA Sailors have quicklyadapted to the Army training programs,proving to be very flexible and showing aunique ability to refocus their mindset toaccomplish the task at hand.Economic andcareer benefits ofvolunteering for IAdutyIncentives outlined in NAVADMIN136/07 highlight the IA tour as beingvery career enhancing in the areas ofadvancement and recognition.Career enhancement –Two Award PointsSailors completing an IA tour with morethan 90 consecutive days of service in Iraq,Afghanistan, the Horn of Africa, Kuwait,Cuba, Joint Task Force 515 (PACOM) or theJoint Force-Philippines are now authorizedtwo award points towards advancementwith parent command endorsement.Recognition – MedalsVital contributions of IA Sailors areacknowledged through Iraq Campaign,Afghanistan Campaign and GWOTExpeditionary medals.Orders PreferenceIA tours of more than 270 days areconsidered equivalent to Forward-Deployed Naval Forces tours. Sailors aregiven the same benefits, including coastselection preference following the tourand priority on choice of follow-on dutyassignments and locations.Time between deploymentsNAVADMIN 136/07 further states -IAs will be afforded a six month reprievebetween deployments (i.e., if a memberis selected from a sea unit, care must beexercised to ensure the member did notjust return from a deployment or willreturn from the IA assignment to face animmediate deployment.)Economic BenefitsDepending on where you are stationed andfor how long, you may be entitled to receivetax exempt pay and other economic benefits.When you serve in a combat zoneor qualified hazardous duty area, mostcompensation you receive for activeservice is excluded from your grossincome on your IRS Form W-2. All of anenlisted member’s and warrant officer’scompensation is eligible for the combatzone tax exclusion. Officers may excludeno more than the highest rate of basicpay paid to each service’s senior enlistedmember (and any hostile fire/imminentdanger pay received by the officer). Insome cases, members who are servingoutside a combat zone or qualifiedhazardous duty area but are directlysupporting operations in such a zone orarea can also qualify for the combat zonetax exclusion.Hostile Fire Pay/Imminent Danger Paybegins the date the member arrives in aHostile Fire Zone, with the entitlementgiven for the whole month.Hardship Duty Pay-Location whichbegins the date the member arrives incountry, is pro-rated daily on a 30-daymonth basis. The amount depends onwhich country the member is assigned.Members with dependents are alsoentitled to Family Separation Allowance.The entitlement starts on the 31st dayof TAD, retroactive from the date themember left for TAD.Other Pay considerationsMembers who are drawing Career SeaPay/Premium will have this entitlementstopped on the 31st day of TAD but it willnot affect sea time computation for CareerSea Pay premium purposes. Your PRD willnot be adjusted. You are still attached tothe ship, therefore you still get the sea timecredit. Nothing changes except you loseyour Sea Pay. See OPNAVINST 7220.14.Members who are getting BASpartial will be entitled to the monthlystandard BAS rate and will have theirmeal deductions stopped. While intheater, members are also entitled to thedaily incidental expense portion of theOCONUS per diem.▲ Lt. Cmdr. Karlwin Matthews provides medical aid to a child. Matthews is an individual augmentee from Balboa Naval Hospital, San Diego.Photo by MC2 Andrew Meyers24 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S25

Photo by MCC Eric A. Clement▲ U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman Joseph Malandro from Haddon Township, N.J., files medical records at the Michaud Medical/Dental Facility, CampLemonier, Djibouti.Members can elect to submit monthlytravel claims (DD 1351-2) for the incidentalexpenses or they can wait until the end oftheir tour to file one travel claim for theduration of the TAD period. Members willnot be entitled to the incidental expensepayments while on leave.Always check with your PSD to verifyexactly what special pay you are entitledto and to ensure that you are receiving thecorrect pay for the area you are assignedto. Take time to review steps for soundfinancial planning and do not spend orcount on money you have not received yet.An IA deployment may be the righttime to take advantage of the ThriftSavings Plan (TSP). Joining TSP beforeyou deploy will enable you to takeadvantage of “tax-exempt” benefits insome areas of deployment. If you makeTSP contributions, the Navy will notify theTSP whenever your contributions are fromtax-exempt money. TSP will then accountfor your tax-exempt contributions and willensure that these amounts are not reportedto the IRS as taxable income.Consequently, those contributionswill not be subject to taxation whenyou withdraw them. Your quarterlyparticipant statement will show your taxexemptbalance separately. Ask your PSDfor more information about combat zone/qualified hazardous duty area service andwhether you qualify for the tax exclusion.(See also IRS Publication 3, ArmedForces’ Tax Guide.)The most sought after rates forIA duty/areas of operation.Rating requirements for IA missions varydepending on current in theater operationalneeds. IA sailors are assigned to work withintheir skill sets and are filling combat supportand combat service support assignments.Other pertinentinformationSailors serving in non-traditionalexpeditionary combat support roles requirea specialized support structure that is notassociated with a normal deployment cycle.IA Sailors are first processed throughNavy Mobilization Processing Sites (NMPS)where ECRC provides mission briefings anduniforms. ECRC then directs coordination ofIA training and equipping at multiple Armyinstallations through Navy Liaison Offices.ECRC continues to act as a conduitwhile the IA Sailor is deployed by utilizing“boots on ground” in country detachmentsto provide a reach back for the IA sailorto ECRC headquarters and their parentcommand. ECRC also provides resources,support and Warrior Transition Programsfor Sailors returning home and transferringto their follow-on orders command.Could yourIA billet change?It might. The process of supplying whatthe combat commander requires for supportand finally getting a Sailor on the groundto fill the billet is a long one. The workingenvironment is fluid, be prepared for somepossible changes to what you will do beforeyou get to the combat zone and even duringyour tour of duty. However, the intent is thatyou be assigned to a job that still utilizes yourskill set. For example, YNs shouldn’t be fillingan MA-type mission on a security detail.What is Combat andOperational StressControl (COSC) and theWarrior TransitionProgram (WTP)?COSC and WTP are requirementsfor the continued health and readinessof expeditionary and IA Sailors thatinclude pre-deployment, deploymentand post-deployment phases outlined inNAVADMIN 182/07, which also providesan overview of responsibilities.U. S. Navy photoWhat are the mandatoryrequirements IAs needto complete NLT 14 daysprior to leaving theircurrent command/NOSC?Completing the ECRC IA checklist,which includes medical screening,Government Travel Credit Card, andSecurity Clearance items will preparethe Sailor for a smooth transition to anIA assignment. It is imperative that thecurrent command/NOSC assist the Sailorin any way possible to avoid delays inmission training.Fill out the 7425 and Take the IACourses. The above items can be found onthe NKO and ECRC Web sites.▲ Sailors learn urban combat techniques at a NIACT exercise.What is an RTN or NobleEagle (NE) number?Your RTN or “NE” (Noble Eagle)number is located on your orders. An NEnumber, simply stated, is a tracking numberapplied to a specific mission. The codesfurther break down into a specific billetrequirement in support of the mission,and your relative position on the billetroster. In other words, your mission ratesa certain amount of billets, so if your NEnumber’s last 3 are “025,” then you are the25th person on the list. Please remember,some information pertaining to missionsand their requirements is classified andtherefore cannot be publicized over theinternet. Please be sure to give your NEnumber to your family before you deploy inorder to expedite locating you in case of anyemergency situation.Where do I findinformation on orabout my orders/job?In addition to information availableunder the IA section of NKO, futureGWOT Support Assignments (IA billets)can be viewed by logging into your CareerManagement System-Individual Detailing,www.npc.navy.mil\enlisted\CMS\.What do I need totake with me ondeployment?All uniform items needed for your specificmission should be issued either at NMPSor at the training sites. Visit the ECRC Website www.ecrc.navy.mil under INCONUStraining for more information about yourtraining site. All IAs are required to reportfor duty in the proper uniform at the NMPSsite. Coveralls and civilian clothes are notauthorized.More information about IA duty can beobtained by visiting the ECRC Web site and theIA page on NKO. IA Sailors are encouraged toprovide their family with the following contactinformation for ECRC Family Readinessdepartment before they deploy.ECRC WEB SITE: http://www.ecrc.navy.milE-mail address: ecrc.fs.fct@navy.milTOLL FREE 24 HOUR HOTLINE:1-877-364-4302(Information courtesy of NECC)▲ The Navy Provisional Detainee Battalion Chaplain, Cmdr. Anne Krekelberg plays with an Iraqichild as he waits at the Camp Bucca Visitors Center to see a relative who is being detained at theTheater Internment Facility.Photo by MCCS Jon McMillan26 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S27

Pay ChartAll Hands 2008 Pay TableDevicesY e a r s o f S e r v i c ePayGrade

U.S. Armed Forces RanksAir Force ArmyMarine Corps Navy & Coast GuardChief Master Sergeantof the Air ForceSergeant Majorof the ArmySergeant Majorof the Marine CorpsMaster Chief Petty Officerof the Navy /Coast GuardChief Master Sergeant,First Sergeant,Command Chief Master SergeantSergeant Major,Command SergeantMajorSergeant Major,Master GunnerySergeantMaster Chief Petty Officer,Fleet/Force/CommandMaster Chief Petty OfficerSenior Master Sergeant,First SergeantMaster Sergeant,First SergeantFirst Sergeant,Master SergeantSenior Chief PettyOfficerMaster Sergeant,First SergeantSergeant First ClassGunnery Sergeant Chief PettyOfficerTechnical SergeantStaff SergeantStaff Sergeant Petty OfficerFirst ClassStaff SergeantSergeantSergeantPetty OfficerSecond ClassSenior AirmanCorporal,SpecialistCorporal Petty OfficerThird ClassAirman First ClassPrivate First ClassLance CorporalSeamanAirmanPrivatePrivate First Class Seaman ApprenticeAirman BasicPrivatePrivateSeaman RecruitOfficersDevices shown are the same for all services.Air Force • Army • MarinesOfficer RanksNavy • Coast GuardOfficer RanksAir Force • Army • MarinesOfficer RanksNavy • Coast GuardOfficer RanksGeneral of theAir Force /Army(Reserved for Wartime)Fleet Admiral(Reserved for Wartime)Lieutenant Colonel CommanderGeneralAdmiral /Commandantof the Coast GuardMajor Lieutenant CommanderLieutenant General Vice AdmiralCaptain LieutenantMajor General Rear AdmiralFirst LieutenantLieutenantJunior GradeBrigadier General Rear Admiral(Lower Half)Second LieutenantEnsignColonel CaptainO-6O-7O-8O-9O-10E-1E-2E-3E-4E-5E-6E-7E-8E-9O-1O-2O-3O-4O-5Air Force ArmyMarine Corps Navy & Coast GuardNo Warrant Warrant Officer 1Warrant Officer 1Warrant Officer 1(Coast Guard only)Chief Warrant Officer 2 Chief Warrant Officer 2Chief Warrant Officer 2Chief Warrant Officer 3 Chief Warrant Officer 3Chief Warrant Officer 3Chief Warrant Officer 4Chief Warrant Officer 4Chief Warrant Officer 4Chief Warrant Officer 5Chief Warrant Officer 5Chief Warrant Officer 5Warrant Officers30 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S31

Order of PrecedenceThe following display represents the correct order of precedencefor medals and/or ribbons most likely to be worn today on theNavy uniform. Additional information on the proper display,placement or additional devices is found in SECNAVINST 1650.1Gand the U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations (NAVPERS 15565I).Medal of Honor Navy Cross DefenseDistinguishedService MedalNavy/Marine CorpsMedalDistinguishedService MedalBronze Star Purple Heart Defense MeritoriousService MedalSilver StarMeritorious ServiceMedalDefense SuperiorService MedalAir MedalLegion of MeritJoint ServiceCommendationMedalDistinguished FlyingCrossNavy/Marine CorpsCommendationMedalJoint ServiceAchievement MedalNavy/Marine CorpsAchievement MedalCombat ActionRibbonPresidential UnitCitationJoint MeritoriousUnit AwardNavy UnitCommendationMeritorious UnitCommendationNavy “E” RibbonPOW Medal Good Conduct Medal Navy ReserveMeritorious ServiceMedalNavy Fleet MarineForce RibbonNavy ExpeditionaryMedalNational DefenseService MedalKorean ServiceMedalAntarctica ServiceMedalArmed ForcesExpeditionary MedalVietnam ServiceMedalSouthwest AsiaService MedalKosovo CampaignMedalAfghanistanCampaign MedalIraq CampaignMedalGlobal Waron TerrorismExpeditionary MedalGlobal Waron TerrorismService MedalKorea DefenseService MedalArmed ForcesService MedalHumanitarianService MedalMilitary OutstandingVolunteerService MedalSea ServiceDeployment RibbonNavy Arctic ServiceRibbonNavy Reserve SeaService RibbonNavy/Marine CorpsOverseas ServiceRibbonNavy RecruitingService RibbonNavy RecruitTraining ServiceMedalArmed ForcesReserve MedalNavyReserve MedalPhilippinePresidential UnitCitationRepublic of KoreaPresidential UnitCitationRepublic of VietnamPresidential UnitCitationRepublic of VietnamGallantry Cross UnitCitationRepublic of VietnamCivil Actions UnitCitationKuwait Liberation(Kuwait)United NationsService MedalRifle MarksmanshipMedalUnited NationsMedalPistolMarksmanshipMedalNATO MedalsMultinationalForce andObservers MedalInter AmericanDefense BoardMedalRepublic of VietnamCampaign MedalKuwait LiberationMedal (Kingdom ofSaudi Arabia)Transitioning from Active Duty service doesn’t have to be a difficult decision.You’ve worked hard to gain valuable job experience and earn some of thegreatest benefits any organization has to offer. Why give them up? The NavyReserve offers the flexibility to pursue a civilian career, yet preserve yourNavy career, benefits and military retirement. To learn how to stay in thegame, call 1-800-USA-USNR or visit www.navyreserve.com.32 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S33

Warfare PinsAstronaut Naval Astronaut (NFO) Naval Aviator Naval AviationObserver and FlightMeteorologistFlight Surgeon Flight Nurse Naval Flight Officer(NFO)Aviation ExperimentalPsychologist and AviationPhysiologistIntegrated UnderseaSurveillance System(officer)Integrated UnderseaSurveillance System(enlisted)Master ExplosiveOrdnance DisposalWarfare SpecialistExplosive OrdnanceDisposal WarfareSpecialistBasic ExplosiveOrdnance DisposalWarfare Breast InsigniaFleet MarineForce OfficerFleet Marine Force(FMF) Enlisted WarfareSpecialistDiving(officer)Enlisted AviationWarfare SpecialistNaval AviationSupply CorpsAircrewMarine CombatAircrewSpecial Warfare(SEAL)Special OperationsSpecial WarfareCombatant-CraftCrewmanSurface WarfareOfficerDivingMedicalOfficerMaster DiverDiver(medicaltechnician)First ClassDiverSecond ClassDiverScubaDiverDeepSubmergence(enlisted)Deep Submergence(officer)EnlistedSurface WarfareSpecialistSurface WarfareNurse CorpsSurface WarfareMedical CorpsSurface WarfareDental CorpsSurface WarfareMedical ServiceCorpsSurface SupplyCorpsSubmarine (officer)Submarine (enlisted)Presidential ServiceBadgeVice Presidential ServiceBadgeOffice of the Secretary ofDefenseJoint Chiefsof StaffRecruiting Command forExcellenceRecruiter Career Counselor Division Commander forExcellenceSubmarine MedicalSubmarineEngineering DutySubmarineSupply CorpsSubmarineCombat PatrolSSBN Deterrent PatrolSSBN Deterrent Patrol(20 patrols)Seabee CombatWarfare Specialist(officer)Seabee CombatWarfare Specialist(enlisted)Naval Parachutist Basic Parachutist Naval ReserveMerchant MarineEnlistedExpeditionaryWarfare SpecialistDivision Commander Command-at-Sea Command Ashore/Project ManagerSmall Craft(officer)Small Craft(enlisted)CraftmasterMaster Chief PettyOfficer of the NavyFleet MasterChief Petty OfficerSource: NAVPERSCOMForce MasterChief Petty OfficerCommandMaster ChiefPetty OfficerU.S. Navy Police(officer)U.S. Navy Police(enlisted)U.S. Navy Security U.S. Navy Corrections U.S. Navy Guard U.S. NavyMaster-at-Arms34 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S35

ShipsUSS Oscar Austin (DDG 79)FRIGATESUSS Roosevelt (DDG 80)Frigates fulfill a protection ofUSS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81)shipping mission as ASW combatantsUSS Lassen (DDG 82)for amphibious expeditionary forces,USS Howard (DDG 83)underway replenishment groups andUSS Bulkeley (DDG 84)merchant convoys.CRUISERSUSS Lake Champlain (CG 57)DESTROYERSUSS Ramage (DDG 61)USS McCampbell (DDG 85)Modern U.S. Navy guided-missileUSS Philippine Sea (CG 58)Guided-missile destroyers are multimissionAAW, ASW and ASUW surfaceUSS Fitzgerald (DDG 62)USS Shoup (DDG 86)Oliver Hazard Perry-classcruisers perform primarily in a battleUSS Princeton (CG 59)USS Stethem (DDG 63)USS Mason (DDG 87)USS McInerney (FFG 8)force role. These ships are multi-mission,USS Normandy (CG 60)combatants. They operate independently forUSS Carney (DDG 64)USS Preble (DDG 88)USS Boone (FFG 28)**anti-air warfare, anti-submarine warfare,USS Monterey (CG 61)support of carrier and expeditionary strikeUSS Benfold (DDG 65)USS Mustin (DDG 89)USS Stephen W. Groves (FFG 29)**long-range strike and anti-surface warfareUSS Chancellorsville (CG 62)groups and surface strike groups.USS Gonzalez (DDG 66)USS Chafee (DDG 90)USS John L. Hall (FFG 32)surface combatants capable of supportingUSS Cowpens (CG 63)USS Cole (DDG 67)USS Pinckney (DDG 91)USS Jarrett (FFG 33)carrier and expeditionary strike groups,USS Gettysburg (CG 64)Arleigh Burke-classUSS The Sullivans (DDG 68)USS Momsen (DDG 92)USS Underwood (FFG 36)**amphibious forces, or of operatingUSS Chosin (CG 65)USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51)USS Milius (DDG 69)USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93)USS Crommelin (FFG 37)**independently and as flagships of surfaceUSS Hue City (CG 66)USS Barry (DDG 52)USS Hopper (DDG 70)USS Nitze (DDG 94)USS Curts (FFG 38)**strike groups.USS Shiloh (CG 67)USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53)USS Ross (DDG 71)USS James E.Williams (DDG 95)USS Doyle (FFG 39)**USS Anzio (CG 68)USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54)USS Mahan (DDG 72)USS Bainbridge (DDG 96)USS Halyburton (FFG 40)Ticonderoga-classUSS Vicksburg (CG 69)USS Stout (DDG 55)USS Decatur (DDG 73)USS Halsey (DDG 97)USS McClusky (FFG 41)**USS Bunker Hill (CG 52)USS Lake Erie (CG 70)USS John S. McCain (DDG 56)USS McFaul (DDG 74)USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98)USS Klakring (FFG 42)**USS Mobile Bay (CG 53)USS Cape St. George (CG 71)USS Mitscher (DDG 57)USS Donald Cook (DDG 75)USS Farragut (DDG 99)USS Thach (FFG 43)USS Antietam (CG 54)USS Vella Gulf (CG 72)USS Laboon (DDG 58)USS Higgins (DDG 76)USS Kidd (DDG 100)USS DeWert (FFG 45)USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55)USS Port Royal (CG 73)USS Russell (DDG 59)USS O’Kane (DDG 77)USS Gridley (DDG 101)USS Rentz (FFG 46)USS San Jacinto (CG 56)USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60)USS Porter (DDG 78)USS Sampson (DDG 102)USS Nicholas (FFG 47)Truxtuon (DDG 103)*USS Vandegrift (FFG 48)▲ USS Wasp (LHD 1)Sterett (DDG 104)*USS Robert G. Bradley (FFG 49)Dewey (DDG 105)*USS Taylor (FFG 50)Stockdale (DDG 106)*USS Gary (FFG 51)Gravely (DDG 107)*USS Carr (FFG 52)Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108)*USS Hawes (FFG 53)USS Ford (FFG 54)USS Elrod (FFG 55)USS Simpson (FFG 56)**USS Reuben James (FFG 57)USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58)USS Kauffman (FFG 59)USS Rodney M. Davis (FFG 60)**USS Ingraham (FFG 61)▲ USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) ▲ USS Hopper (DDG 70)Photo by MC1(AW) Brien AhoPhoto by MC2 John L. Beeman*Under construction or authorized for construction**Navy Reserve ForceAMPHIBIOUS ASSAULTOperating as part of the modernU.S. Navy, amphibious assault shipsare called upon to perform as primarylanding ships for assault operations ofMarine expeditionary units. These shipsuse Air Cushion Landing Craft (LCAC),conventional landing craft and helicoptersto move Marine assault forces ashore. Ina secondary role, using AV-8B Harrieraircraft and anti-submarine warfarehelicopters, these ships perform sea controland limited power projection missions.Tarawa-classUSS Tarawa (LHA 1)USS Saipan (LHA 2)USS Nassau (LHA 4)USS Peleliu (LHA 5)Wasp-classUSS Wasp (LHD 1)USS Essex (LHD 2)USS Kearsarge (LHD 3)USS Boxer (LHD 4)USS Bataan (LHD 5)USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7)Makin Island (LHD 8)*Photo by MC2 Zachary L. Borden36 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S37

AMPHIBIOUSTRANSPORT DOCKAmphibious transports are usedto transport and land Marines, theirequipment and supplies by embarked aircushion or conventional landing craftor amphibious vehicles, augmented byhelicopters or vertical take off and landingaircraft in amphibious assault, specialoperations, or expeditionary warfaremissions.AMPHIBIOUS COMMANDAmphibious Command shipsprovide command and control for fleetcommanders. Commissioned in 1970,these are the only ships to be designedinitially for an amphibious command shiprole. Earlier amphibious command shipslacked sufficient speed to keep up with a20-knot amphibious force. USS Blue Ridge(LCC 19) became the 7th Fleet commandship in 1979, and USS Mount Whitneybecame the 6th Fleet command ship in2005. Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20) wastransferred to Military Sealift Command,but is still in commission.USS Chinook (PC 9)Anchorage (LPD 23)*Avenger-class▲ USS Dextrous (MCM 13)USS Squall (PC 7)▲ USS Tortuga (LSD 46)Arlington (LPD 24)*Somerset (LPD 25)*USS Avenger (MCM 1)**USS Defender (MCM 2)**USS Sentry (MCM 3)**USS Firebolt (PC 10)USS Whirlwind (PC 11)USS Thunderbolt (PC 12)AMPHIBIOUSUSS Champion (MCM 4)**USS Guardian (MCM 5)DOCK LANDINGUSS Devastator (MCM 6)Dock Landing Ships supportUSS Patriot (MCM 7)amphibious operations including landingsUSS Scout (MCM 8)via Air LCAC, conventional landing craftUSS Pioneer (MCM 9)and helicopters, onto hostile shores.USS Warrior (MCM 10)Austin-classUSS Cleveland (LPD 7)USS Dubuque (LPD 8)Whidbey Island-classUSS Whidbey Island (LSD 41)USS Germantown (LSD 42)USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43)USS Gladiator (MCM 11)**USS Ardent (MCM 12)USS Dextrous (MCM 13)USS Chief (MCM 14)USS Denver (LPD 9)USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44)USS Juneau (LPD 10)USS Comstock (LSD 45)Blue Ridge-classUSS Nashville (LPD 13)USS Tortuga (LSD 46)USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19)COASTAL PATROL SHIPSUSS Ponce (LPD 15)USS Rushmore (LSD 47)USS Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20)The primary mission of these ships iscoastal patrol and interdiction surveillance,USS Ashland (LSD 48)ShipsSan Antonio-classan important aspect of littoral operationsMINE WARFAREFreedom (LCS 1)*USS San Antonio (LPD 17)Harpers Ferry-classoutlined in the Navy’s Sea Power. TheAvenger-class ships are designed asIndependence (LCS 2)*USS New Orleans (LPD 18)USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49)Cyclone-class Coastal Patrol are particularlymine hunter-killers capable of finding,USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19)USS Carter Hall (LSD 50)suited for the maritime homeland securityclassifying and destroying moored andGreen Bay (LPD 20)*USS Oak Hill (LSD 51)mission and have been employed jointlybottom mines. The last three MCM shipsNew York (LPD 21)*USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52)with the U.S. Coast Guard to help protectwere purchased in 1990, bringing theSan Diego (LPD 22)*our nation’s coastline, ports and waterwaystotal to 14 fully deployable, oceangoing from terrorist attack. These ships provideAvenger-class ships. These ships usethe U.S. Navy with a fast, reliable platformsonar and video systems, cable cutters that can respond to emergent requirementsand a mine detonating device that can be in a shallow water environment. The leadreleased and detonated by remote control. ship of the class, Cyclone (PC 1), wasThey are also capable of conventional decommissioned and turned over to thesweeping measures. Osprey class (MHC U.S. Coast Guard in 2000 and five more51) is also designed as mine hunter-killers. were turned over to the Coast Guard inMHC 51 has a 15-day endurance and 2004.depends on a support ship, or shore-basedfacilities for resupply.Cyclone-class (Coastal Patrol)USS Hurricane (PC 3)USS Typhoon (PC 5)USS Sirocco (PC 6)Photo by MC1(AW) Brien AhoPhoto by MC1 Martin MaddockLITTORAL COMBAT SHIPLittoral Combat Ship is a fast craftdesigned to operate in hostile near-shoreenvironments. Two different designs arebeing built for Flight Zero, a monohulland a trimaran. Both have reconfigurablepayloads for interchangeablemissionpackages that focus on antisubmarine,mine and surface warfare.Lockheed Martin has built the first ship,Freedom (LCS 1). General Dynamicsis building Independence (LCS 2), withdelivery scheduled for FY08.SUBMARINE TENDERSSubmarine tenders furnish maintenanceand logistic support for nuclear-poweredattack submarines and are the largest of theactive auxiliaries. Their crews are made upmostly of technicians and repair personnel.Emory S. Land-classUSS Emory S. Land (AS 39)USS Frank Cable (AS 40)OTHER SHIPS INCOMMISSIONUSS ConstitutionUSS Pueblo (AGER 2)Self Defense Test Ship (EDDG 31)*Under construction or authorized for construction**Navy Reserve Force(Source: OPNAV N8F)▲ Freedom (LCS 1)▲ USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20)Photo courtesy Lockheed MartinPhoto by Paul Farley38 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S39

Photo by ET3 Paul HazenMSC ShipsMilitary Sealift Command (MSC)MSC operates approximately 110 noncombatant, civilian-crewed ships that replenishU.S. Navy ships, chart ocean bottoms, conduct undersea surveillance, strategicallypreposition combat cargo at sea around the world and move military equipment andsupplies used by deployed U.S. forces. During a war, more than 90 percent of all equipmentand supplies needed by U.S. military forces is carried by sea.MSC, headquartered in Washington, D.C., has six major subordinate commandsworldwide. Military Sealift Fleet Support Command in Norfolk, crews, trains, equips andmaintains MSC’s government-owned, government-operated ships around the globe. Inaddition, five operational commands called Sealift Logistics Commands, or SEALOGs, arelocated in Norfolk; San Diego; Naples, Italy; Manama, Bahrain; and Singapore.▲ USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8)NAVAL FLEET AUXILIARYFORCE (NFAF)The ships of MSC’s NFAF are the supplylines to U.S. Navy ships at sea. These shipsprovide virtually everything that Navyships need, including fuel, food, ordnance,spare parts, mail and other supplies. AllNFAF ships are government-owned andcrewed by civil service mariners. Someof the ships also have a small contingentof Navy personnel aboard for operationssupport, supply coordination andhelicopter operations.Ammunition Ships (T-AE)USNS Kilauea (T-AE 26)USNS Flint (T-AE 32)USNS Shasta (T-AE 33)USNS Mount Baker (T-AE 34)USNS Kiska (T-AE 35)U.S. Navy photo▲ USNS Rappahannock (T-AO204)Combat Stores Ships (T-AFS)USNS Niagara Falls (T-AFS 3)**USNS Concord (T-AFS 5)USNS San Jose (T-AFS 7)USNS Spica (T-AFS 9)**USNS Saturn (T-AFS 10)Fast Combat Support Ships(T-AOE)USNS Supply (T-AOE 6)USNS Rainer (T-AOE 7)USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8)USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10)Hospital Ships (T-AH)USNS Mercy (T-AH 19)USNS Comfort (T-AH 20)Dry Cargo/Ammunition Ships(T-AKE)USNS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1)USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE 2)USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3)USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4)USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5)*USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6)*Fleet Replenishment Oilers (T-AO)USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187)USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189)USNS Walter S. Diehl (T-AO 193)USNS John Ericsson (T-AO 194)USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195)USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196)USNS Pecos (T-AO 197)USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198)USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199)USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200)USNS Patuxent (T-AO 201)USNS Yukon (T-AO 202)USNS Laramie (T-AO 203)USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204)Fleet Ocean Tugs (T-ATF)USNS Catawba (T-ATF 168)USNS Navajo (T-ATF 169)USNS Sioux (T-ATF 171)USNS Apache (T-ATF 172)Rescue and Salvage Ships(T-ARS)USS Safeguard (T-ARS 50)USNS Grasp (ARS 51)USS Salvor (ARS 52)USNS Grapple (ARS 53)SPECIAL MISSION SHIPSMSC’s Special Mission Programprovides operating platforms and servicesfor a wide variety of U.S. military andother U.S. government missions. Servicessuch as oceanographic and hydrographicsurveys, underwater surveillance, missiletracking, acoustic surveys, command andcontrol, and submarine support are someof the specialized capabilities this programprovides.Acoustic Survey Ship (T-AG)USNS Hayes (T-AG 195)Cable Laying/Repair Ship (T-ARC)USNS Zeus (T-ARC 7)*To be delivered/transferred to MSC in 2008**To be deactivated in 200840 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S41

U.S. Navy photoPREPOSITIONINGThe MSC Prepositioning Programsupports the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S.Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps and DefenseLogistics Agency. Afloat pre-positioningships deploy the initial support that U.S.combat troops need in the event of aconflict or other emergency.Photo by MC3 Aaron PinedaPhoto by MCSN Omar A. DominquezAir Force Container Ships (T-AK)MV CAPT Steven L. Bennett (T-AK 4296)MV MAJ Bernard F. Fisher (T-AK 4396)MV A1C William A. Pitsenbarger (T-AK 4638)Army Container Ships (T-AK)MV LTC John U.D. Page (T-AK 4496)MV SSG Edward A. Carter Jr. (T-AK 4544)▲ USNS Invincible (T-AGM 24)Command Ship (LCC)USS Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20)Missile Range InstrumentationShips (T-AGM)USNS Observation Island (T-AGM 23)USNS Invincible (T-AGM 24)Navigation Test Support Ships(T-AGS)USNS Waters (T-AGS 45)Ocean Surveillance Ships(T-AGOS)USNS Victorious (T-AGOS 19)USNS Able (T-AGOS 20)USNS Effective (T-AGOS 21)USNS Loyal (T-AGOS 22)USNS Impeccable (T-AGOS 23)MV Cory Chouest***Oceanographic Survey Ships(T-AGS)USNS John McDonnell (T-AGS 51)USNS Pathfinder (T-AGS 60)USNS Sumner (T-AGS 61)USNS Bowditch (T-AGS 62)USNS Henson (T-AGS 63)USNS Bruce C. Heezen (T-AGS 64)USNS Mary Sears (T-AGS 65)High Speed Vessels (HSV)HSV Swift (HSV 2)Submarine and Special WarfareSupport ShipsMV C-CommandoMV C-ChampionMV Dolores ChouestMV Kellie ChouestMV Caro1yn Chouest***MV HOS GreystoneMV HOS BluewaterMV HOS SilverstarMV HOS GemstoneSubmarine Tender (AS)USS Emory S. Land (AS 39)Marine Corps Container Roll-on/Roll-off Ships (T-AK)MV CPL Louis J. Hauge Jr. (T-AK 3000)MV PFC William B. Baugh (T-AK 3001)MV PFC James Anderson Jr. (T-AK 3002)MV 1st LT Alex Bonnyman (T-AK 3003)MV PVT Franklin J. Phillips (T-AK 3004)SS SGT Matej Kocak (T-AK 3005)SS PFC Eugene A. Obregon (T-AK 3006)SS MAJ Stephen W. Pless (T-AK 3007)USNS 2nd LT John P. Bobo (T-AK 3008)USNS PFC Dewayne T. Williams(T-AK 3009)USNS 1st LT Baldomero Lopez (T-AK 3010)USNS 1st LT Jack Lummus (T-AK 3011)MV Sgt.William R. Button (T-AK 3012)USNS 1st LT Harry L. Martin (T-AK 3015)USNS LCPL Roy M. Wheat (T-AK 3016)USNS GYSGT Fred W. Stockham(T-AK 3017)▲ MV CPL Louis J. Hauge Jr. (T-AK 3000)Offshore Petroleum DistributionSystem (T-AG)MV VADM K.R. Wheeler (T-AG 5001)Aviation Logistics Ships (T-AVB)SS Wright (T-AVB 3)SS Curtiss (T-AVB 4)Large, Medium-speed Roll-on/Roll-off Ships (T-AKR)USNS Watson (T-AKR 310)USNS Sisler (T-AKR 311)USNS Dahl (T-AKR 312)USNS Red Cloud (T-AKR 313)USNS Charlton (T-AKR 314)USNS Watkins (T-AKR 315)USNS Pomeroy (T-AKR 316)USNS Soderman (T-AKR 317)High-Speed Vessel (HSV)HSV WestPac Express (HSV 4676)Modular Cargo DistributionSystem (T-AK)SS Cape Jacob (T-AK 5029)SEALIFT FORCEMSC’s Sealift Program provides highquality,efficient and cost-effective oceantransportation for the DOD and otherfederal agencies during peacetime and war.Fast Sealift Ships (T-AKR)USNS Algol (T-AKR 287)****USNS Bellatrix (T-AKR 288)****USNS Denebola (T-AKR 289)****USNS Pollux (T-AKR 290)****▲ USNS Soderman (T-AKR 317)USNS Altair (T-AKR 291)****USNS Regulus (T-AKR 292)****USNS Capella (T-AKR 293)****USNS Antares (T-AKR 294)****Large, Medium-speed Roll-on/Roll-off Ships (T-AKR)USNS Shughart (T-AKR 295)USNS Gordon (T-AKR 296)USNS Yano (T-AKR 297)USNS Gilliland (T-AKR 298)USNS Bob Hope (T-AKR 300)USNS Fisher (T-AKR 301)USNS Seay (T-AKR 302)USNS Mendonca (T-AKR 303)USNS Pililaau (T-AKR 304)USNS Brittin (T-AKR 305)USNS Benavidez (T-AKR 306)Transport Tankers T-AOTUSNS Paul Buck (T-AOT 1122)USNS Samuel L. Cobb (T-AOT 1123)USNS Richard G. Matthiesen (T-AOT 1124)USNS Lawrence H. Gianella (T-AOT 1125)MV TranspacificDry Cargo ShipsMV American Tern (T-AK 4729)MV Baffin Strait (T-AK 9519)T/B Megan Beyel*To be delivered/transferred to MSC in 2008**To be deactivated in 2008***MSC Charter ends 2008****Will transfer to MARAD in 2008(Source: Military Sealift Command)42 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S43

SubmarinesUSS La Jolla (SSN 701)USS City of Corpus Christi (SSN 705)USS Albuquerque (SSN 706)USS Augusta (SSN 710)USS San Francisco (SSN 711)USS Houston (SSN 713)USS Norfolk (SSN 714)USS Buffalo (SSN 715)USS Olympia (SSN 717)USS Providence (SSN 719)USS Pittsburgh (SSN 720)USS Chicago (SSN 721)▲ USS Pennsylvania (SSBN 735)USS Key West (SSN 722)USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723)USS Louisville (SSN 724)USS Toledo (SSN 769)USS Helena (SSN 725)USS Tucson (SSN 770)USS Newport News (SSN 750)USS Columbia (SSN 771)USS San Juan (SSN 751)USS Greeneville (SSN 772)USS Pasadena (SSN 752)USS Cheyenne (SSN 773)▲ USS Virginia (SSN 774) USS Albany (SSN 753)Seawolf-classUSS Topeka (SSN 754)USS Seawolf (SSN 21)ATTACK SUBMARINESarmed, with advanced sensors. It is aUSS Miami (SSN 755)USS Connecticut (SSN 22)Attack submarines are designed to seekmulti-mission vessel, capable of deployingUSS Scranton (SSN 756)USS Jimmy Carter (SSN 23)and destroy enemy submarines and surfaceto forward ocean areas to search out andUSS Alexandria (SSN 757)ships. A number of Third World countriesdestroy enemy submarines and surfaceUSS Asheville (SSN 758)Virginia-classare acquiring modern, state-of-the-art,ships and to fire missiles in support ofUSS Jefferson City (SSN 759)USS Virginia (SSN 774)non-nuclear submarines.other forces.USS Annapolis (SSN 760)USS Texas (SSN 775)USS Springfield (SSN 761)USS Hawaii (SSN 776)Countering this threat is the primary Los Angeles-classUSS Co1umbus (SSN 762)USS North Carolina (SSN 777)mission of U.S. nuclear-powered attack USS Los Angeles (SSN 688)USS Santa Fe (SSN 763)New Hampshire (SSN 778)*submarines. Other missions range from USS Philadelphia (SSN 690)USS Boise (SSN 764)New Mexico (SSN 779)**intelligence collection and special forces USS Memphis (SSN 691)USS Montpelier (SSN 765)Unnamed (SSN 780)**delivery to anti-ship and strike warfare. USS Bremerton (SSN 698)USS Charlotte (SSN 766)The Seawolf-class submarine is designed USS Jacksonville (SSN 699)USS Hampton (SSN 767)to be exceptionally quiet, fast and well-USS Dallas (SSN 700)USS Hartford (SSN 768)Photo Courtesy of General Dynamics Electric BoatPhoto by MC3 Chris OtsenPhoto by MC3 Wes EplenBALLISTIC MISSILESUBMARINESStrategic deterrence has been thesole mission of the fleet ballistic missilesubmarine (SSBN) since its inception in1960. The SSBN provides the nation’smost survivable and enduring nuclearstrike capability. The Ohio-class submarinereplaced aging fleet ballistic missilesubmarines built in the 1960s and is farmore capable.Ohio-class/Trident ballistic missilesubmarines provide the sea-based “leg”of the triad of U.S. strategic deterrentforces. The first four Ohio-class submarineshave been converted to guided missilesubmarines (SSGN) with an additionalcapability to transport and support Navyspecial operations forces.Ohio-classUSS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN 730)USS Alabama (SSBN 731)USS Alaska (SSBN 732)USS Nevada (SSBN 733)USS Tennessee (SSBN 734)USS Pennsylvania (SSBN 735)USS West Virginia (SSBN 736)USS Kentucky (SSBN 737)USS Maryland (SSBN 738)USS Nebraska (SSBN 739)USS Rhode Island (SSBN 740)USS Maine (SSBN 741)USS Wyoming (SSBN 742)USS Louisiana (SSBN 743)▲ USS La Jolla (SSN 701) with the deep submergence rescue vehicle Mystic (DSRV-1)Guided MISSILESUBMARINESThe 1994 Nuclear Posture Reviewdetermined that the United States neededonly 14 SSBNs to meet the nation’sstrategic force needs. The decision wasmade to transform four Ohio classsubmarines into conventional land attackand Special Operations Forces (SOF)platforms. This allowed the Navy toleverage existing submarine technologywhile expanding capability to meet thecurrent and future needs of U.S. combatantcommanders.The SSGN Program Office convertedfour SSBNs into SSGNs in a little morethan five years at a significantly lower costthan building a new platform.USS Ohio (SSGN 726)USS Michigan (SSGN 727)USS Florida (SSGN 728)USS Georgia (SSGN 729)DEEP SUBMERGENCERESCUE VEHICLESDeep Submergence Rescue Vehicles(DSRV) perform rescue operations onsubmerged, disabled submarines of theU.S. Navy or foreign navies. DSRVs canembark up to 24 personnel for transfer toanother vessel. The DSRV also has an armto clear hatches on a disabled submarineand a combined gripper and cable cutter.The gripper is able to lift 1,000 pounds.ShipsDSRV MysticDSRV AvalonDEEP SUBMERGENCE CRAFTNR-1, a nuclear–powered oceanengineering and research submarine, is thefirst deep submergence vessel using nuclearpower. NR-l’s missions have includedsearch, object recovery, geological survey,oceanographic research, and installationand maintenance of underwaterequipment. NR-1 is generally towed toand from remote mission locations byan accompanying surface tender, whichis also capable of conducting research inconjunction with the submarine.ShipsNR-l (Nuclear)LARGE SCALE VEHICLE 2(LSV 2)LSV 2 Cutthroat, the world’s largestunmanned autonomous submarine, offersthe capability to conduct a wide varietyof studies dramatically improving theacoustic and operational performance offuture submarines. Cutthroat, a 205-ton,large scale submarine test vehicle, is usedto affordably explore and test emergingtechnologies and to conduct physics—based experiments. Specific emphasis willbe on stealth, hydrodynamics, hydroacousticsand propulsion designs to permittechnology insertion into current andfuture submarines.ShipsCutthroat (LSV 2)* Delivery in 2008**Under construction or authorized for construction(Source: OPNAV N8F)44 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S45

Aircraft CarriersAircraftPhoto by MC1(AW) Brien AhoThe aircraft carrier continues to be thecenterpiece of the forces necessary forforward presence. Whenever there hasbeen a crisis, the first question has been:“Where are the carriers?”Carriers support and operate aircraftthat engage in attacks on airborne, afloatand ashore targets that threaten free use ofthe sea; and engage in sustained operationsin support of other forces. Aircraft carriersare deployed worldwide in support of U.S.interests and commitments.They can respond to global crises inways ranging from peacetime presenceto full-scale war. Together with their onboard air wings, the carriers have vitalroles across the full spectrum of conflict.Nimitz-classUSS Nimitz (CVN 68)USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69)USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70)USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71)USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)USS George Washington (CVN 73)USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)PCU George H.W. Bush (CVN 77)*Enterprise-classUSS Enterprise (CVN 65)Kitty Hawk-classUSS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)*Under construction or authorized for construction(Source: OPNAV N-8F)▲ USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)▲ USS George Washington (CVN 73) ▲ USS Enterprise (CVN 65) and USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)Photo by MCSN Jarod HodgePhoto by MC3 Rob GastonCARRIER BASEDF/A-18E/F Super HornetThe F/A-18E/F provides the carrier strikegroup with a strike fighter that has significantgrowth potential and increased range,endurance and ordnance-carrying capabilities.SQUADRONSVFA-2 Bounty HuntersVFA-11 Red RippersVFA-14 TophattersVFA-22 Fighting RedcocksVFA-27 Royal MacesVFA-31 TomcattersVFA-32 SwordsmenVFA-41 Black AcesVFA-102 DiamondbacksVFA-103 Jolly RogersVFA-105 GunslingersVFA-115 EaglesVFA-122 Flying EaglesVFA-137 KestrelsVFA-143 Puking DogsVFA-147 ArgonautsVFA-154 Black KnightsVFA-211 Fighting CheckmatesVFA-213 Black LionsF/A-18 HornetThe F/A-18 is an all-weather, attackaircraft that can also be used as a fighter.In its fighter mode, the F/A-18 is usedprimarily as an escort and for fleet airdefense. In its attack mode, it is used forforce projection, interdiction and closeanddeep air support.SQUADRONSBlue AngelsVFA-15 ValionsVFA-25 Fist of the FleetVFA-34 Blue BlastersVFA-37 BullsVFA-81 SunlinersVFA-83 RampagersVFA-86 SidewindersVFA-87 Golden WarriorsVFA-94 Mighty ShrikesVFA-97 WarhawksVFA-106 GladiatorsVFA-113 StingersVFA-125 Rough RaidersVFA-131 WildcatsVFA-136 KnighthawksVFA-146 Blue DiamondsVFA-151 VigilantesVFA-192 Golden DragonsVFA-195 DambustersVFA-204 (USNR) River RattlersVFC-12 (USNR) Fighting OmarsEA-6B ProwlerThe EA-6B Prowler, a twin-engine,mid-wing aircraft designed for carrier andadvanced base operations, provides anumbrella of protection for strike aircraft,ground troops and ships by jammingenemy radar, electronic data links andcommunications. The primary missionof the EA-6B Prowler is suppression ofenemy air defenses in support of strikeaircraft and ground troops by interrupting▲ Two F/A-18E Super Hornets, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 102, perform aerialmaneuvers over USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).enemy electronic activity and obtainingtactical electronic intelligence within thecombat area.SQUADRONSB VAQ-129 VikingsVAQ-130 ZappersVAQ-131 LancersVAQ-132 ScorpionsVAQ-133 WizardsVAQ-134 GarudasVAQ-135 Black RavensVAQ-136 GauntletsVAQ-137 RooksVAQ-138 YellowjacketsVAQ-139 CougarsVAQ-140 PatriotsVAQ-141 ShadowhawksVAQ-142 Gray WolvesVAQ-209(USNR) Star WarriorsS-3B VikingThe S-3B Viking is an all-weather,carrier-based jet aircraft, providingprotection against hostile surfacecombatants while also functioning as thecarrier strike groups’ primary overhead/mission tanker. Extremely versatile, theaircraft is equipped for many missions,including day/night surveillance, electroniccountermeasures, command/control/communications warfare and search andrescue.SQUADRONSVS-22 CheckmatesVS-31 Top CatsVS-32 MaulersPhoto by MC3 1 Juan Antoine King46 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S47

Photo by MCSN Rafael Figueroa-Medina▲ A C-2A Greyhound, assigned to Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 40, prepares to land on theflight deck USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69)E-2C HawkeyeThe E-2C Hawkeye is the Navy’sall-weather, carrier-based tacticalbattle management airborne earlywarning, command and control aircraft.The Hawkeye provides all-weatherairborne early warning, airborne battlemanagement and command and controlfunctions for the carrier strike group andjoint force commander.Additional missions include surfacesurveillance coordination, air interdiction,offensive and defensive counter aircontrol, close air support coordination,time critical strike coordination, searchand rescue airborne coordination andcommunications relay.SQUADRONSVAW-77(USNR) NightwolvesVAW-112 Golden HawksVAW-113 Black EaglesVAW-115 Liberty BellsVAW-116 Sun KingsVAW-117 WallbangersVAW-120 GreyhawksVAW-121 BluetailsVAW-123 ScrewtopsVAW-124 Bear AcesVAW-125 TigertailsVAW-126 SeahawksC-2A GreyhoundThe C-2A provides critical logisticssupport to Carrier Strike Groups. Itsprimary mission is the transport ofhigh-priority cargo, mail and passengersbetween carriers and shore bases andcan deliver a combined payload of10,000 pounds over a distance in excessof 1,000 nm. The interior arrangementof the cabin can readily accommodatecargo, passengers and litter patients.Priority cargo such as jet engines canbe transported from shore to ship in amatter of hours. A cargo cage system ortransport stand provides restraint forloads during launches and landings.SQUADRONSVRC-30 ProvidersVRC-40 RawhidesShore BASEDE-6B MercuryThe E-6B Mercury aircraft providesa survivable communications linkbetween national decision makers andthe country’s arsenal of strategic nuclearweapons. The E-6B enables the Presidentof the United States and the Secretary ofDefense to directly contact submarines,bombers and missile silos protecting ournational security through deterrence.SQUADRONSVQ-3 IronmanVQ-4 ShadowsVQ-7 RoughnecksP-3C Orion/EP-3E Aries IIOriginally designed as a land-based,long-range, anti-submarine warfare patrolaircraft, the P-3C’s mission has evolvedin the late 1990s and early 21st century toinclude surveillance of the battlespace, eitherat sea or over land. Its long range and longloiter time have proved invaluable assetsduring Operation Iraqi Freedom as it canview the battlespace and instantaneouslyprovide that information to ground troops,especially U.S. Marines.The P-3C has advanced submarinedetection sensors such as directionalfrequency and ranging sonobuoys andmagnetic anomaly detection equipment.The P-3C can carry a mixed payload ofweapons internally and on wing pylons.The EP-3E ARIES II (AirborneReconnaissance Integrated ElectronicSystem II) is the Navy’s only landbasedsignals intelligence (SIGINT)reconnaissance aircraft. The 11 aircraft inthe Navy’s inventory are based on the OrionP-3 airframe and provide fleet and theatercommanders worldwide with near real-timetactical SIGINT. With sensitive receiversand high-gain dish antennas, the EP-3Eexploits a wide range of electronic emissionsfrom deep within targeted territory.SQUADRONSVP-1 Screaming EaglesVP-4 Skinny DragonsVP-5 Mad FoxesVP-8 TigersVP-9 Golden EaglesVP-10 Red LancersVP-16 War EaglesVP-26 TridentsVP-30 Pro’s NestVP-40 Fighting MarlinsVP-45 PelicansVP-46 Grey KnightsVP-47 Golden SwordsmenVP-62(USNR) Broad ArrowsVP-69(USNR) TotemsVQ-1 World WatchersVQ-2 SandemanVPU-1 Old BuzzardsVPU-2 WizardsPhoto by MC2 Mark A. EbertC-130T HerculesThe C-130 Hercules, a four-engineturboprop aircraft, is the workhorse of themilitary services. Capable of landing andtaking off from short, rough dirt runways, itis a people and cargo hauler and is used in awide variety of other roles, such as gunships,weather watchers, tankers, firefighters andaerial ambulances. There are more than 40versions of the Hercules, and it is widelyused by more than 50 nations.SQUADRONSVR-53 (USNR) Capital ExpressVR-54 (USNR) RevelersVR-55 (USNR) MinutemenVR-64 (USNR) CondorsC-9B/DC-9 Skytrain IIThe C-9 fleet is located throughoutCONUS, Europe, and Asia. The Navy andMarine Corps C-9 aircraft provide cargoand passenger transportation as well asforward deployment logistics support.SQUADRONSVR-46(USNR) EaglesVR-52(USNR) TaskmastersVR-56(USNR) GlobemastersVR-61(USNR) IslandersC-40A ClipperThe C-40A Clipper provides criticallogistics support to the Navy. Its flightdeck features a flight managementcomputer system with an integrated GPS.The U.S. Navy Reserve, which operatesand maintains the aircraft, is the firstcustomer for the newest member of theBoeing Next-Generation 737 family.The Clipper was ordered by the Navy toreplace its fleet of aging C-9B Skytrains.The C-40A is the first new logistics aircraftin 19 years to join the Navy Reserve.Currently, the Navy Reserve provides 100percent of the Navy’s worldwide in-theatermedium and heavy airlift.SQUADRONSVR-57 (USNR) ConquistadorsVR-58 (USNR) SunseekersVR-59 (USNR) Lonestar Express▲ The U.S. Marine Corps C-130 Hercules, “Fat Albert,” assigned to the U.S. Navy “Blue Angels”flight demonstration team, uses Jet-Assisted Take Off (JATO) bottles during the Blue AngelHomecoming show.▲ A C-20G Gulfstream, attached to Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 51, makes a final approach for a“touch and go” landing during a local training flight aboard Marine Corps Air Base Kaneohe, Hawaii.C-12 HuronThe C-12 Huron is the military variantof the commercial King Air aircraft. It isan all-metal, low-wing, T-Tail monoplanewith two turboprop engines. The flightdeck and cabin are pressurized for highaltitudeflight. This aircraft incorporatesa cargo door with an integral air-stairdoor to permit easy entry and egress.With an effective payload capacity of upto 4,215 pounds, the cabin can readily beconfigured to accommodate passengers,cargo, or both.C-20A/DThe C-20A and D are commercialderivative Gulfstream III aircraft thatprovides world-wide airlift for seniorleadership and dignitaries. The C-20G isa commercial derivative Gulfstream IVaircraft that provides long range, mediumairlift logistics support for Fleet BattleGroups.SQUADRONSETD Sigonella (USNR) (C-20A)VR-1 (USNR) Starlifters (C-20D)C-20GThe C-20G is a Gulfstream IV variantwith a cargo door providing long-range,medium lift capability.SQUADRONSVR-48 (USNR) SkylinersVR-51 (USNR) WindjammersC-37The C-37A/B is a Gulfstream 5/550respectively, providing executive transportto Secretary of the Navy and Chief ofNaval Operations, CMC, VCNO, ACMC,CFFC and DNNP.SQUADRONSETD Pacific (USNR) (C-37A)VR-1 (USNR) Starlifters (C-37B)HelicoptersSH-60F/HH-6OH SeahawkThe Seahawk is a twin-engine helicopterused for anti-submarine warfare, searchand rescue, drug interdiction, anti-shipwarfare, cargo lift, and special operations.The Navy’s SH-60B Seahawk is an airbornePhoto by MC1 William R. Goodwin48 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S49

Photo by MC3 Paul J. Perkinsplatform based aboard cruisers, destroyers,and frigates and deploys sonobuoys (sonicdetectors) and torpedoes in an antisubmarinerole. They also extend the rangeof the ship’s radar capabilities. The Navy’sSH-60F is carrier-based.SQUADRONSHS-2 Golden FalconsHS-3 TridentsHS-4 Black KnightsHS-5 NightdippersHS-6 IndiansHS-7 Dusty DogsHS-10 War HawksHS-11 DragonslayersHS-14 ChargersHS-15 Red LionsHCS-84 (USNR) Red WolvesSH-60B/MH-60RThe MH-60R continues the legacy ofthe SH-60B mission by conducting ASWand ASUW from the decks of cruisers,destroyers and frigates and also deploys asa carrier-based squadron.The MH-60R adds a dipping sonar,multi-mode ISAR radar, enhanced ESM,EO/IR, self-defense suite digital torpedosand air-to-ground weapons.SQUADRONSHSL-37 Easy RidersHSL-40 AirwolvesHSL-41 Seahawks (MH-60R)HSL-42 Proud WarriorsHSL-43 Battle CatsHSL-44 Swamp FoxesHSL-45 WolfpackHSL-46 GrandmastersHSL-47 SaberhawksHSL-48 Vipers▲ Sailors aboard USNS Flint (T-AE 32) attach a cargo pendant to an HH-60H Seahawk.HSL-49 ScorpionsHSL-51 WarlordsHSL-60(USNR) JaguarsHSM-71 (MH-60R)HSM-73 (MH-60R)MH-60S KnighthawkThe MH-60S is a twin-enginehelicopter used for logistics support,vertical replenishment, search and rescue,naval special warfare support and futuremissions to include organic airbornemine countermeasures and combatsearch and rescue.SQUADRONSHSC-2 Fleet AngelsHSC-3 Pack-RatsHSC-8 EightballersHSC-21 BlackjacksHSC-22 Sea KnightsHSC-23 Wild CardsHSC-25 Island KnightsHSC-26 ChargersHSC-28 Dragon WhalesHSC-85 High RollersVH-60N Night HawkThe VH-60N is a twin engine, all-weatherhelicopter flown by Marine HelicopterSquadron 1 and supports the executivetransport mission for the President ofthe United States. The VH-60N is anexecutive transport helicopter derivedfrom both the U.S. Army’s UH-60 BlackHawk and the U.S. Navy’s SH-60 Seahawkaircraft. The H-60 family of helicoptersis widely used throughout the DoD foranti-submarine warfare, search and rescue,drug interdiction, anti-ship warfare, cargolift, and special operations. The VH-60Nwas first delivered to HMX-1 in 1989 as areplacement for the VH-1N.SQUADRONHMX-1 The Nighthawks▲ A VH-60N Night Hawk executive transport helicopter, assigned to Marine Helicopter Squadron 1,flies over the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., en route to the White House.Photo by PH2 Daniel J. McLainPhoto by U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jennifer L. JonesMH-53E Sea DragonThe MH-53E, a mine-countermeasuresderivative of the CH-53E Super Stallion,is heavier and has a greater fuel capacitythan the Super Stallion. Capable oftransporting up to 55 troops, the MH-53Ecan carry a 16-ton payload 50 nauticalmiles, or a 10-ton payload 500 nauticalmiles. In its primary mission of airbornemine countermeasures, the MH-53Eis capable of towing a variety of minecountermeasuressystems.SQUADRONSHM-14 (USNR) VanguardHM-15 (USNR) BlackhawksUNMANNED AIRCRAFTSYSTEMSRQ-2A PioneerUnmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)The Pioneer UAV system performs awide variety of reconnaissance, surveillance,target acquisition and battle damageassessment missions. The UAV’s low radarcross section, low infrared signature andremote control versatility provides a degreeof cover for the aircraft. Pioneer providesthe tactical commander with real-timeimages of the battlefield or target. Sincefirst deployed as a land-based system in1986, Pioneer is currently configured foroperations on five LPD-class ships with asixth ship under modifications.▲ A Pioneer Unmanned Aerial Vehicle assigned to Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron 2is ready to depart Al Taqaddum, Iraq.The documented success of Pioneerin supporting combat operations andproviding the battlefield commandercritical intelligence informationestablished the utility and importance ofUAVs in combat.TRAINERST-6A Texan IIThe T-6A Texan II is a tandem-seat,turboprop trainer whose mission is totrain Navy and Marine Corps pilotsand Naval Flight Officers. The aircraftis one component of the Joint PrimaryAircraft Training System along withsimulators, computer-aided academics,and a Training Integration ManagementSystem.The joint program, that will replaceNavy T-34C aircraft, uses commercialoff-the-shelfsubsystems to the maximumextent possible. The Navy’s total T-6Arequirement is 315 aircraft. The Navyaircraft and ground-based trainingsystems will be completely supported andmaintained by commercial vendors withintermediate maintenance provided forselected systems at the operating site.SQUADRONSVT-4 Mighty WarbucksVT-10 WildcatsT-34C TurbomentorThe T-34C is used to provide primaryflight training for student pilots. As asecondary mission, approximately 10percent of the aircraft provide pilotproficiency and other aircraft supportservices to Commander, Naval Air Force,U.S. Atlantic Fleet; Commander, NavalAir Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet; and NavalAir Systems Command’s “satellite sites”operated throughout CONUS. The T-34Cwas procured as a commercial derivativeaircraft certified under an FAA-TypeCertificate. Throughout its life, the aircrafthas been operated and commerciallysupported by the Navy using FAAprocesses, procedures and certifications.SQUADRONSVT-2 Doer BirdsVT-3 Red KnightsVT-6 ShootersVT-27 BoomersVT-28 RangersT-45A/C GoshawkThe T-45A, the Navy version of theBritish Aerospace Hawk aircraft, isused for intermediate and advancedportions of the Navy/Marine Corps pilottraining program for jet carrier aviationand tactical strike missions. The T-45includes an integrated training systemthat includes the aircraft, operations andinstrument fighter simulators, academicsand training integration system. There aretwo versions of T-45 aircraft currently inoperational use at this time, the T-45Aand T-45C derivatives. The T-45A, whichbecame operational in 1991, containsan analog design cockpit while the newT-45C (delivery began in 1997) is builtaround a new digital “glass cockpit”design.SQUADRONSVT-7 EaglesVT-9 TigersVT-21 RedhawksVT-22 Golden Eagles50 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S51

T-2 BuckeyeThe T-2 is a tandem two-seat, carriercapable, all purpose jet whose mission isto train Navy and Marine Corps flightofficers in advanced tactical maneuveringphase of training.SQUADRONSVT-86 Sabre HawksT-44A PegasusThe T-44A is used to train Navy and AirForce pilots to fly multi-engine, turbo-propaircraft such as the P-3 and the C-130.SQUADRONSVT-31 Wise OwlsVT-35 StingraysT-39N/G SabrelinerThe T-39N Sabreliner is a multipurpose,low-wing, twin-jet aircraft. The 14 T-39Ns– derivatives of the commercial Sabremodel 265-40 – are used for trainingundergraduate military flight officerstudents in radar navigation and airborneradar-intercept procedures. The eightT-39Gs – derivatives of the commercialSabre model 265-60 - are used for studentnon-radar training.SQUADRONSVT-4 Mighty WarbucksVT-10 WildcatsVT-86 Sabre HawksTH-57 Sea RangerThe TH-57 Sea Ranger is a derivative ofthe commercial Bell Jet Ranger 206 and itsprimary mission is to provide advancedrotary-wing training to Navy and MarineCorps pilots The TH-57 has two variants– TH-57B and TH-57C models. TheTH-57B is used for primary visual flightrules training and the TH-57C is used foradvanced instrument flight rules training.SQUADRONSHT-8 EightballersHT-18 Vigilant EaglesSPECIAL SQUADRONSVC-6 FirebeesVC-8 RedtailsVX-1 PioneersVX-9 VampiresTACRON-11 DirigimiTACRON-12 TalonsTACRON-21 BlackjacksTACRON-22 SkylordsF-5N/F TigerThe F-5N is a single seat, twin-engine,tactical fighter and attack aircraft providingsimulated air-to-air combat training. Theaircraft is a dual-seat version, twin-engine,tactical fighter commonly used for trainingand adversary combat tactics. The aircraftserves in an aggressor-training role withsimulation capability of current threataircraft in fighter combat mode.▲ A T-45C Goshawk reveals an underlying message during filming for a television spot in theskies above Naval Air Station Meridian, Miss.Photo by Lt. Lee AllenPhoto by Jeff DotyWeaponsSTRATEGIC STRIKETrident II (D-5)Larger and with longer range than theTrident I, the Trident II was first testedaboard a submarine in March 1989 anddeployed in 1990.GENERAL-PURPOSEBOMBSThe MK-80 series general-purposebomb family was created in the late 1940sand has been the standard air-launchedbomb for the services ever since. Thegeneral-purpose bomb family is designedto provide blast and fragmentation effectsand is used extensively in a number ofconfigurations including laser-guidedbombs, joint direct attack munitions andair-delivered mining applications. Theunguided versions of the general-purposebomb can also be delivered in freefall orretarded modes depending upon missionrequirements. There were four basicversions of these bombs in inventory formany years:• 250 pound MK-81,• 500 pound MK-82/BLU 111• 1,000 pound MK-83/BLU 110 and• 2,000 pound MK-84/BLU 117.Production of the 250-pound generalpurpose bomb has been discontinuedand it is no longer carried in the activePhoto by MC3 Kristopher WilsonPhoto by BM2 Alexis M. Diazfigueroainventory. The remaining versions of theMK-80 series bombs are being convertedfrom the MK designation to the bombloadedunit (BLU) designation during newproduction.The Navy’s MK-80 series bombsremaining in inventory are filled withH-6 high explosive; the newer BLU seriesbombs incorporate a PBXN-109 explosivethat provides less sensitive characteristicsand is considered safer to handle and stow.Laser-Guided Bomb (LGB) KitsLGB kits were developed to enhance theterminal accuracy of air-launched, generalpurposebombs and entered the fleet’sinventory in 1968. An LGB kit consists ofa Computer Control Group and Air FoilGroup. The kit is normally attached to ageneral-purpose bomb to form an LGB.Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM)Joint direct attack munitions kits werejointly developed with the U.S. Air Forceto provide increased accuracy for airlaunchedbombs. The JDAM kit consistsof a tail kit and mid-body strakes attachedto a general purpose or penetrator bombbody. Guidance and control is providedby global positioning system aided inertialnavigation system.Joint Stand-off Weapon (JSOW)The JSOW is an air-launched “dropand-forget”weapon that is capable ofapproximately 40 nautical mile stand-offSQUADRONSVFC-13 SaintsVFC-111 Sundowners(Source: OPNAV N-88)▲ Training Air Wing 6, T-6A Texan II turbo-prop trainers aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla.▲ AO2 Class Marilyn Marquez inventories pallets of MK 83/BLU-110 general-purpose bombsin the hangar bay aboard USS Harry S. Truman. (CVN 75)▲ USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) fires a surface-to-surface Harpoon missile during Valiant Shield 07.52 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S53

anges. JSOW provides the fleet witha strike interdiction capability againstsoft targets such as fixed and relocatableair defense elements, parked aircraft,command and control facilities, lightcombat vehicles, industrial elements andenemy troops.Currently, two variants of JSOW areplanned: AGM-154A, that uses generalpurpose submunitions and JSOW C thatemploys a unitary type warhead.HARM(High-speed Anti-Radar Missile)HARM is the standard anti-radar missilein the U.S. inventory. It’s used as both astrike-protection and anti-ship weapon.First deployed aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV63) in January 1984. First used in combat inApril 1986 during raids on Libya.HARPOON/SLAM-ERThe Harpoon and Stand-Off Land AttackMissile – Expanded Response (SLAM-ER)missiles are derivatives from the originalHarpoon, which was conceived in 1965.HarpoonAir, surface-launched, anti-ship, allweathercruise missile. The Harpoon,which entered service in 1977, can now becarried by virtually all naval platforms.Stand-Off Land Attack Missile-Expanded Response (SLAM-ER)SLAM-ER is an upgrade to theSLAM and is currently in production.SLAM-ER has a greater range (150+miles), a titanium warhead for increasedpenetration and software improvementswhich allow the pilot to retarget the impactpoint during the terminal phase of attack.It is also the first land-attack missileequipped with automatic target acquisitionfor precision targeting.MaverickThe Maverick is a short-range, air-tosurface,tactical missile. The version usedby the Navy carries a warhead designed topenetrate large, hard targets. First deployedin August 1972.TomahawkCruise MissileAn all-weather, ship- or submarinelaunched, cruise missile. Tomahawks haveproven to be highly survivable weaponsdue to their low radar detectability andterrain/wave-skimming flight. Firstdeployed in 1986.PenguinAnti-ship MissileThe Norwegian-designed and builtPenguin anti-ship missile is carried aboardLamps III helicopters. First deployed in 1993.ANTI-AIR WARFARE (AAW)AIRCRAFT GUNS M61-A1This 20mm Gatling gun, which alsoforms the basis for the Phalanx Close-In Weapons System (see “Anti-aircraftWarfare” section), is mounted aboard theF/A-18 Hornet.SURFACE-TO-AIR MISSILESRolling Airframe Missile (RAM)Developed jointly with the FederalRepublic of Germany, RAM providesships with a low-cost, self-defense systemagainst anti-ship missiles.Photo by PH2 Michelle Lucht▲ AO2 Class Mary Pratt downloads aStand-off Land Attack Missile Extended EchoRanging from a P-3C Orion aircraft.Standard Missle-2 (SM-2)SM-2 MR (Block III, IIIA, IIIB)SM-2 ER (Block IV)SM-3 TBMD (Exo-atmospheric)AIR-TO-AIR MISSILESAdvanced, Medium-Range,Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM)An all-weather, all-environment, radarguided missile developed as a follow-on tothe Sparrow missile series. AMRAAM issmaller, faster, lighter and has improvedcapabilities against very low-altitudeand high-altitude targets in an electroniccountermeasure environment. Its activeradar, in conjunction with an inertial▲ A Standard Missile-3 is launched fromUSS Lake Erie (CG 70), during a joint MissileDefense Agency, U.S. Navy ballistic missileflight test. Approximately three minutes afterlaunch, this SM-3 intercepted a unitary (nonseparating)ballistic missile threat target,launched from the Pacific Missile RangeFacility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii.reference unit and microcomputer system,makes the missile less dependent on theaircraft fire control system enabling thepilot to aim and fire several missiles atmultiple targets. The AMRAAM is a resultof a joint U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Forcedevelopment effort and is in service withnumerous NATO and Allied countries.The AMRAAM was deployed in September1991 and is carried on the F/A-18 Hornet.AIM-54 Phoenix MissileThe Phoenix missile is the Navy’s onlylong-range, air-to-air missile. The missile isdesigned for use in all-weather and heavyjamming environments. The improvedPhoenix, the AIM-54C, can better counterprojected threats from tactical aircraft andcruise missiles.U.S. Navy photoPhoto by MCSN Kevin T. Murray Jr.SparrowA highly-maneuverable, all-weather,beyond-visual-range, semi-active radarhoming air-to-air missile used by theUnited States, NATO and other alliedforces. A shipboard version, the SeaSparrow, provides U.S. Navy and NATOships with an effective, anti-air weapon.First deployed in 1958, numerous modelsand upgrades have occurred to the Sparrowmissile family. Current air-to-air versionsare carried on the F-14 and F/A-18 aircraft.SidewinderThe Sidewinder is a short-range,infrared, within visual range air-to-airmissile used by the United States, NATOand other allied nations. The missile hasbeen through a number of modernizationsand the current fleet weapon is theAIM-9M. The missile is an all-aspect, heatseekingmissile with improved capabilitiesagainst countermeasures.A major modification to the AIM-9MSidewinder is the AIM-9X. The AIM-9Xis a joint U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Forceprogram that upgrades the missile witha staring focal plan array in the seeker,and extremely agile airframe and stateof-the-artsignal processors resultingin enhanced target acquisition, missilekinematics and improved infraredcounter-countermeasure capabilities. Themissile’s high off bore sight capability canbe coupled to a helmet-mounted cueingsystem that will revolutionize the waythat air-to-air missiles are employed. TheSidewinder is currently deployed on theF/A-18, AV-8 and AH-1 aircraft.SHIPBOARD GUNSMK-45 – 5-inch/54-caliberlightweight gunThis 54-caliber, lightweight gun providessurface combatants accurate naval, gunfire▲ Sailors perform final checks of laser-guided bombs before placing them on aircraft aboardUSS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).against fast, highly-maneuverable, surfacetargets, air threats and shore batteriesduring amphibious operations.MK-38 – 25 mmmachine gun systemThe Navy version of the ArmyBushmaster, or “Chain Gun.” This singlebarrel,air-cooled, heavy machine gunmeets the needs of ships throughout thefleet, especially those operating in thePersian Gulf.MK-75 – 76mm/62 caliber3-inch gunBest suited for use aboard smallercombat vessels, the MK-75 featuresrapid fire capability with low manningrequirements. The gun was approved forfleet use in 1975 and was first deployedaboard USS Oliver Hazard Perry (FFG 7)in 1978.Phalanx Close-In WeaponsSystem (CIWS)The Phalanx CIWS combines a 20mmGatling gun with search and tracking radarto provide surface ships with terminaldefense against anti-ship missiles. Thesystem underwent operational tests andevaluation on board USS Bigelow (DD942) in 1977 and went into production in1978 with the first systems installed aboardUSS Coral Sea (CV 43) in 1980.ANTI-SUBMARINEWARFARE (ASW)TORPEDOESMK-46The MK 46 MOD 5A(S) torpedoachieved its initial operational capabilityand was introduced into the fleet in 1979.It can be launched from fixed and rotarywingaircraft and surface combatants▲ Helicopter Antisubmarine Light 51 fires an AGM-119 Penguin anti-ship missile.Photo by MC2 Lisa Aman54 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S55

VLA and torpedo tubes. Full-up MK 46torpedoes are no longer being produced.In 1987, a major upgrade programenhanced the performance of the MK 46Mod 5A(S) in shallow water.A service life extension program wasinitiated in 1992 to extend the life of theMK 46 Mod 5A(S), convert it to the MK46 Mod 5A(SW), and to provide additionalshallow water and bottom avoidancemodes. The MK 46 Mod 5A(SW) wasintroduced to the Fleet in 1996.MK-48The MK-48 Torpedo is a long-range,high-speed, deep-depth, wire-guidedacoustic homing weapon designed to combatdiesel submarines, nuclear submarinesand high-performance surface ships in allenvironments. Developed by the AppliedResearch Laboratory, The PennsylvaniaState University, and Westinghouse ElectricCorporation, Baltimore, the MK-48 and itssubsequent variants have been in service withthe Navy since 1972.In 1975 an operational requirementwas issued by the CNO to developmodifications to the MK-48 to keeppace with threat advancements. Thisdevelopment effort was acceleratedto neutralize the former Soviet Alphasubmarine threat and resulted in theMK-48 MOD 4 that achieved InitialOperational Capability in 1980.Additional efforts resulted indevelopment of the digital advancedcapability (ADCAP) MK-48 MOD 5that is carried by Los Angeles, Seawolfand Virginia-class attack submarinesand some Ohio-class ballistic missilesubmarines. The MK-48 MOD 5 becameoperational in 1988 and MK-46 Mod 5Torpedo was approved for productiona year later. Although full-up torpedoeshave not been produced since 1994,modifications (ADCAP MODS) producedby Northrup Grumman and RaytheonSystems Corporation have enhancedits countermeasure rejection capability,increased its guidance and controlprocessing and memory and improvedits shallow water capabilities. The newestvariant is designated the MK-48 ADCAPMOD 7, Common Broadband AdvancedSonar System (CBASS).MK-50The MK-50 torpedo began low-rateinitial production in 1987. The MK-50 can be launched from all ASWaircraft and from torpedo tubes aboardsurface combatants. It is an advancedlightweight digital torpedo designed foruse against faster, deeper-diving and moresophisticated submarines.The stored chemical energy propulsionsystem develops full power at all depthsand is capable of multi-speed operationsrequired by the tactical situation. Althoughfull-up torpedoes have not been producedsince 1993, the Block I software upgradeprogram has enhanced the MK 50’s shallowwater and countermeasure capability. Alsoa new longer-lasting, safer and cheaperstored chemical energy propulsion systemis currently being introduced.MINESMK-67 Submarine LaunchedMobile Mine (SLMM)Based on the MK 37 torpedo, the SLMMis a submarine-deployed mine used for▲ GM2 Michael West cleans the barrel of an MK-45 5-inch/54-caliber gun on the foc’sle ofUSS Shoup (DDG 86).covert mining in hostile environments. TheMK-67 began active service in 1987.MK-65 QuickstrikeThe Quickstrike is a family of shallowwater, aircraft-laid mines used primarilyagainst surface ships. The MK-65 mine is athin-walled mine casing. MK-62 and MK-63 mines are converted, general purposebombs. All were approved for service usein the early 1980s.MK-56The MK-56 aircraft-laid, moored mine isprimarily an ASW mine (the oldest still inuse). It reached initial operating capabilityin 1962.(Source: N-85, N-86, N-87, N-88)▲ MK-32 Mod-15 Torpedo LauncherPhoto by MCSN Justin Lee LosackPhoto by MC1 Robert R. McRillPhoto by MC1 Michael R. McCormickExpeditionary WarfareCOMMANDER NAVYEXPEDITIONARY COMBATCOMMAND (NECC), LITTLECREEK, VA.NECC serves as the single functionalcommand for the Navy’s expeditionaryforces and as central management for thereadiness, resources, manning, training andequipping of those forces.NECC is a command element andforce provider for integrated maritimeexpeditionary missions. NECC is a coreexpeditionary force providing effectivewaterborne and ashore anti-terrorism, forceprotection, theater security cooperation andengagement, and humanitarian assistance/disaster relief contingencies. Uponrequest, NECC supplements Coast Guardhomeland security requirements while▲ Service members assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 8 and U.S. Air Force82nd Pararescue Unit perform water insertion techniques during a routine training exercise offthe coast of Djibouti.training and equipping forces to supportjoint mission requirements.MARITIME EXPEDITIONARYSECURITY FORCE (MESF)MESF evolved from Naval CoastalWarfare and Mobile Security in the fallof 2007. This force provides inshoreand coastal surveillance, security andantiterrorism for aircraft, airfields,campsites, convoys and convoy routes,ports, harbors, anchorages, approaches,roadsteads and other inshore or coastalareas of importance.Additionally, MESF embarks securityteams onboard Navy and merchant vesselsto provide in-transit security protection.Maritime Expeditionary SecuritySquadrons are worldwide deployable andoperate sophisticated surveillance andcommunications equipment supportinglandward, seaward and embarked securityforces. Together, these forces providesecurity to vital shipping, forces andinfrastructure in the littoral regions.Maritime ExpeditionarySecurity Group 1, San DiegoMESRON 1, San DiegoMESRON 3, San DiegoMESRON 5, San DiegoMESRON 7, GuamMESRON 9, Everett, Wash.Maritime ExpeditionarySecurity Group 2, Portsmouth, Va.MESRON 2, Portsmouth, Va.MESRON 4, Portsmouth, Va.MESRON 6, Portsmouth, Va.MESRON 8, Newport, R.I.MESRON 10, Jacksonville, Fla.EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCEDISPOSAL (EOD)EOD conducts counter IED operations,renders safe explosive hazards and disarmsunderwater explosives such as mines. EODtechnicians can handle chemical, biologicaland radiological threats and are the onlymilitary EOD force that can both parachutefrom the air to reach distant targets or diveunder the sea to disarm weapons. Mobilediving and salvage units clear harbors ofnavigation hazards, engage in underwatersearch and recovery operations and performlimited underwater repairs on ships.Commander, EOD Group 1,San DiegoEOD Mobile Unit (EODMU) 1, San DiegoEODMU 3, San DiegoEODMU 5, GuamEODMU 11, Whidbey Island, Wash.MDSU 1, Pearl HarborEOD Training and Evaluation Unit(TEU) 1, San DiegoEOD Operational Support Unit 7,San Diego56 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S57

Photo by MC2 Paul D. WilliamsCommander EOD Group 2,NorfolkEODMU 2, Little, Creek, Va.EODMU 6, Charleston, S.C.EODMU 8, Sigonella, ItalyEODMU 12, Little Creek, Va.EOD Expeditionary Support Unit, LittleCreek, VAEODTEU 2, Virginia Beach, Va.MDSU 2, Little Creek, Va.EOD Operational Support Unit 10,Virginia Beach, Va.▲ Seabees with Naval Mobile ConstructionBattalion 7 rappel down a cliff during ajungle warfare training evolution hosted byMarines with the Jungle Warfare TrainingCommand.NAVY EXPEDITIONARYLOGISTICS SUPPORTGROUP (NAVELSG),WILLIAMSBURG, VA.NAVELSG delivers worldwideexpeditionary logistics with active andreserve personnel to conduct port andair cargo handling missions, customsinspections, contingency contractingcapabilities, fuels distribution, freightterminal and warehouse operations, postalservices and ordnance reporting andhandling.As part of the NECC, NAVELSGdeploys adaptive force packagesproviding expeditionary logistics tocombatant commanders and componentcommanders, and provides support to allNECC deployed commands, detachmentsand teams. The realignment providesmulti-function logistics detachments withorganic command and control to supportboth CONUS and OCONUS NECCoperations.Navy Cargo Handling and PortGroup (NAVCHAPGRU) 1Navy Cargo Handling Battalion 1,Williamsburg, Va.NAVCHAPGRU 2NCHB 4, Charleston, S.C.Navy Ordnance Reporting and HandlingBattalion (NORHB), Yorktown, Va.NAVCHAPGRU 3NCHB 7, Great Lakes, Ill.NCHB 8, Fort Dix, N.J.NCHB 9, Columbus, OhioNAVCHAPGRU 4NCHB 11, Jacksonville, Fla.NCHB 12, Bessemer, Ala.NCHB 13, Gulfport, Miss.NAVCHAPGRU 5NCHB 3, Alameda, Calif.NCHB 5, Tacoma, Wash.NCHB 14, Port Hueneme, Calif.NAVELSG Training andEvaluation Unit, Williamsburg, Va.NAVELSG Expeditionary SupportUnit, Williamsburg, Va.NAVAL CONSTRUCTIONFORCEThe Naval Construction Force (Seabees)provide a wide range of construction insupport of operating forces, including roads,bridges, bunkers, airfields and logisticsbases; provide responsive support disasterrecovery operations; perform civic actionprojects as part of the Navy’s theater securitycooperation program in other nations; andprovide anti-terrorism and force protectionfor personnel and construction projects.“We Build, We Fight.”1st Naval Construction Division,Norfolk1st Naval Construction DivisionForward, Pearl HarborNaval ConstructionRegiments1st Naval ConstructionRegiment, Port Hueneme, Calif.Naval Mobile Construction Battalion(NMCB) 17, Colorado Springs, Colo.NMCB 18, Seattle, Wash.Naval Construction Force Support Unit 2,Port Hueneme, Calif.3rd Naval ConstructionRegiment, AtlantaNMCB 14, Jacksonville, Fla.NMCB 26, Ft. Belvoir, Va.NMCB 24, Huntsville, Ala.7th Naval ConstructionRegiment, Newport, R.I.NMCB 21, Lakehurst, NJNMCB 26, Mt. Clemens, Minn.NMCB 27, Brunswick, Maine9th Naval ConstructionRegiment, Ft Worth, TexasNMCB 15, Kansas City, Mo.NMCB 22, Fort Worth, TexasNMCB 25, Fort McCoy, Wis.NMCB 28, Shreveport, La.22th Naval ConstructionRegiment, Gulfport, Miss.NMCB 1, Gulfport, Miss.NMCB 11, Gulfport, Miss.NMCB 74 Gulfport, Miss25th Naval ConstructionRegiment, Gulfport, Miss.NMCB 7, Gulfport, Miss.NMCB 133 Gulfport, Miss.Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 1,NorfolkConstruction Battalion Maintenance Unit202, Norfolk30th Naval ConstructionRegiment, Port Hueneme, Calif.NMCB 3, Port Hueneme, Calif.NMCB 4, Port Hueneme, Calif.NMCB 5, Port Hueneme, Calif.NMCB 40, Port Hueneme, Calif.Construction Battalion Maintenance Unit303, San DiegoUCT 2, Port Hueneme, Calif.Seabee Readiness Groups20th Seabee Readiness Group, Gulfport,Miss.31st Seabee Readiness Group, PortHueneme, Calif.RIVERINE FORCERiverine force establishes and maintainscontrol of rivers and waterways for militaryand civil purposes, denies terrorists the useof the maritime environment, and destroyswaterborne hostile forces as necessary.The riverine force combats sea-basedterrorism and other illegal activities, suchas transporting components of weaponsof mass destruction, hijacking, piracy andhuman trafficking.Riverine Group 1, NorfolkRIVRON 1, NorfolkRIVRON 2, NorfolkRIVRON 3, Yorktown, Va.MARITIME CIVIL AFFAIRSGROUP (MCAG), LITTLECREEK, VA.MCAG is an enabling force workingdirectly with the civil authorities andcivilian populations within a combatantcommander’s maritime area of operationsto lessen the impact of military operationsimposed during peace time, contingencyoperations and periods of declared war.Maritime Civil AffairsSquadron 1, San DiegoMaritime Civil AffairsSquadron 2, Yorktown, Va.EXPEDITIONARY TRAININGCOMMAND (ETC) LITTLECREEK, VA.ETC supports Combatant Commanders’Theater Security Cooperation efforts bydelivering timely, focused, and customizedtraining to partner nations. As needed, ETCdraws technical expertise from across theNECC force and DOD to provide the righttrainer for the mission. Host nation trainingsupports critical regional stability by helpingimprove the Host Nation’s objectives,specifically to maximize capabilities inexercising maritime sovereignty.EXPEDITIONARY COMBATREADINESS CENTER(ECRC) LITTLE CREEK, VA.ECRC coordinates with the U.S. Armyacross 14 states to oversee all administrativeprocessing, equipping, training, deploymentand re-deployment of Sailors assigned asindividual augmentees, in-lieu of forces andto provisional units committed to joint andmaritime security operations.ECRC Det. KuwaitECRC Det. IraqECRC Det. AfghanistanNAVY EXPEDITIONARYINTELLIGENCE COMMAND(NEIC), LITTLE CREEK, VA.NEIC capabilities provide timely,relevant force protection indications andwarnings and tactical intelligence, enablingthe combatant commanders the capabilityto conduct missions across the spectrumof expeditionary operations; includingmajor combat operations, maritimesecurity operations, combat engineering/construction, theater security cooperationsupport, security assistance, foreignmilitary training, maritime civil affairs andriverine operations.▲ Sailors assigned to Riverine Squadron 1, based at Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek, Va., train aboard a Small Unit River Craft, during a unitleveltraining exercise.Photo by MC3 Kenneth R. Hendrix58 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S59

Special WarfarePhoto by MC1(AW) Brien Ahostatement of ownershipCOMMANDER NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE COMMAND, CORONADO, CALIF.Photo by MC2 Marcos T. HernandezCommander, Naval SpecialWarfare Group (NSWG) 1,Coronado, Calif.SEAL Teams 1/3/5/7Logistics Support Unit 1, Coronado, Calif.Support Activity 1, Coronado, Calif.Naval Special Warfare Unit 1, GuamNaval Special Warfare Unit 3, BahrainCommander, Naval SpecialWarfare Group (NSWG) 2,Little Creek, Va.SEAL Teams 2/4/8/10Logistics Support Unit 2, Little Creek,Va.Support Activity 2, Little Creek, Va.Naval Special Warfare Unit 2, GermanyCommander, Naval SpecialWarfare Group (NSWG) 3,Coronado, Calif.SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team 1, PearlCity, HawaiiSEAL Delivery Vehicle Team 2, LittleCreek, Va.Commander, Naval SpecialWarfare Group (NSWG) 4,Little Creek, Va.Special Boat Team 12, Coronado, Calif.Special Boat Team 20, Little Creek, Va.Special Boat Team 22, Stennis, Miss.Naval Special Warfare Center(NSWC), Coronado, Calif.Naval Small Craft Instructionand Technical Training School(NAVSCIATTS), Stennis, Miss.Naval Special Warfare Advanced TrainingCommand, Coronado, Calif.Navy Parachute Team “Leap Frogs,”Coronado, Calif.Naval Special Warfare RecruitingDirectorate, Coronado, Calif.Commander, Naval SpecialWarfare Operational SupportGroup (Reserve Force)Operational Support Team 1, Coronado,Calif.Operational Support Team 2, LittleCreek, Va.59 Operational Support Units throughoutthe U.S.Commander, Naval SpecialWarfare Development Group,Dam Neck, Va.(Source: Naval Special Warfare Command)▲ Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL students ride a wave in on their inflatable boat.60 A L L H A N D S • w w w . n a v y . m i l 2 0 0 8 o w n e r ’ s & O p e r a t o r ’ s m a n u a l • A L L H A N D S61