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Pacific Partnership 2013 Engineers Rebuild Water Storage Units on Ennubirr Island -- http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=75293 NNS130710-09. Seabee Learning Site Port Hueneme Changes Command -- http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=75303 NNS130710-03. Nimitz Hosts Midshipmen at Sea -- http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=75282 DNU -- U.S. Navy, Foreign Navies Work Together During Exercise FRUKUS 2013 -- http://www.navy.mil/viewVideo.asp?id=18635 DNU -- Service Members Assist Afghan Students -- http://www.navy.mil/viewVideo.asp?id=18633 DNU -- Exercise Sea Breeze 2013 Kicks Off -- http://www.navy.mil/viewVideo.asp?id=18636 DNU -- Headlines for Wednesday, July 10, 2013: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Emphasizes Importance of Supporting Military Children; Navy Welcomes New Energy -- http://www.navy.mil/viewVideo.asp?id=18634 NNS130710-14. Current All Hands Update -- http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=75297 NNS020702-12. This Day in Naval History - July 10 -- http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=2364 Eye on the Fleet - U.S. Navy Photo of The Day -- http://www.navy.mil/list_single.asp?id=154994 -USN- -USN- -USN- NNS130710-06. X-47B Makes First Arrested Landing at Sea (Updated 5:10 p.m, EDT) By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brandon Vinson, USS George H.W. Bush Public Affairs USS GEORGE H. W. BUSH, At Sea (NNS) -- The X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS) demonstrator completed its first carrier-based arrested landing on board USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) off the coast of Virginia July 10. "It isn't very often you get a glimpse of the future. Today, those of us aboard USS George H.W. Bush got that chance as we witnessed the X-47B make its first ever arrested landing aboard an aircraft carrier," said Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus. "The operational unmanned aircraft soon to be developed have the opportunity to radically change the way presence and combat power are delivered from our aircraft carriers." Today's demonstration was the first time a tailless, unmanned autonomous aircraft landed on a modern aircraft carrier. This test marks an historic event for naval aviation that Navy leaders believe will impact the way the Navy integrates manned and unmanned aircraft on the carrier flight deck in the future. "Today we witnessed the capstone moment for the Navy UCAS program as the team flawlessly performed integrated carrier operations aboard USS George H.W. Bush with the X-47B aircraft," said Capt. Jaime Engdahl, Navy UCAS Program Manager. "Our precision landing performance, advanced autonomous flight controls and digital carrier air traffic control environment are a testament to the innovation and technical excellence of the Navy and Northrop Grumman team." The July 10 landing was the final part of three at-sea test periods for X-47B during the last eight months, culminating a decade of Navy unmanned integration efforts that show the Navy's readiness to move forward with unmanned carrier aviation says Rear Adm. Mat Winter, who oversees the Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons in Patuxent River, Md. "This demonstration has enabled us to merge industry and government technologies together which will enable the U.S. Navy to pursue future unmanned aviation carrier capabilities," said Winter, who witnessed the historic landing. "The government engineering and testing team in partnership with our Northrop Grumman team members have matured the technologies in this X-47B system to position us for today's event, which marks a milestone in naval aviation." During today's testing, the X-47B completed the 35-minute transit from Pax River to the carrier and caught the 3 wire with the aircraft's tailhook. The arrested landing effectively brought the aircraft from approximately 145 knots to stop in less than 350 feet. Shortly after the initial landing, the aircraft was launched off the ship using the carrier's catapult. The X-47B then proceeded to execute one more arrested landing. "We have been using the same [carrier] landing technology for more than 50 years now and the idea that we can take a large UAV and operate in that environment is fascinating," said Capt. Jaime Engdahl, Navy UCAS program manager. "When I think about all of the hours and all of the work-ups the team put into executing this event, I had no doubt the air vehicle was going to do exactly what it was supposed to do." "Across the entire spectrum of military operations, an integrated force of manned and unmanned platforms is the future," said Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus. "The X-47B's autonomous arrested landing aboard USS George H.W. Bush shows how the Navy and Marine Corps are riding the bow wave of technological advances to create this 21st century force." The X-47B spent several weeks aboard aircraft carriers in recent months. The Navy UCAS program successfully completed CVN deck operations aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in December 2012 and aboard Bush in May. During the May underway period, the X-47B completed its first-ever catapult launch. Since May, the integrated test team conducted a number of shore-based arrestments at Pax River in preparation for the demonstration aboard the ship. "We have learned a lot from our flight deck operations, our shore-based flight test and extensive modeling and simulation," Engdahl added. "Our team has executed all major program objectives and developed the concept of operations and demonstrated technologies for a future unmanned carrier-based aircraft capability. [Today] we have proven we can seamlessly integrate unmanned systems into the carrier environment." "We have certainly come a long way in the 102 years since Eugene Ely made the first arrested landing aboard an aircraft carrier. Naval aviators have always been at the forefront of operational and tactical innovation, and today was no exception," said Mabus. "People make unmanned aviation possible and it is people who will provide the fresh thinking and new ideas so crucial to successes like the X-47B program and the unmanned aircraft of the future." The Navy will continue to update this story as more information from today's demonstration is made available. For more information on USS George H.W. Bush follow the ship's fan page on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/USSGeorgeHWBush. -USN- -USN- -USN- NNS130710-04. Navy Wounded Warriors Selected for Elite Athletic Competitions From Navy Wounded Warrior - Safe Harbor Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Several Navy wounded warrior athletes have been chosen to represent the U.S. at the 2014 Paralympics and the 2013 International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Athletics World Championships. In May, retired Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Tyler Burdick was named a member of the 2013-14 U.S. Paralympics Snowboard National Team, which is the first national team in the sport. In June, retired Navy Master-at-Arms Seaman Steven Hancock and retired Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Max Rohn were selected to compete in track and field at the 2013 IPC Athletics World Championships July 19-28 in Lyon, France. "We are immeasurably proud of our athletes and their incredible achievements," said Navy Wounded Warrior (NWW) - Safe Harbor director Capt. Steve Hall. "Our wounded warriors are wonderful representatives for our country. In addition to their phenomenal athletic skills, they have demonstrated determination, resiliency and heart throughout their military careers and personal journeys towards recovery." NWW - the Navy's support program for seriously wounded, ill and injured Sailors and Coast Guardsmen - sponsors Team Navy at the annual Warrior Games in Colorado Springs, Colo. All three athletes are enrolled in the program and previously have competed on behalf of Team Navy. Burdick, a combat-wounded veteran, has been snowboarding for most of his life. He was first introduced to adaptive snowboarding last year, when he began volunteering for the National Ability Center's ski program in Park City, Utah. He competed in the NorAm National Cup in January, where he took ninth place. He followed that achievement with a second-place finish at the National Championships in July. Burdick was wounded in Afghanistan July 2010 when his armored vehicle struck a roadside bomb, which resulted in serious injuries to both of his feet. After undergoing multiple limb-salvage efforts, Burdick resigned himself to a future as an amputee. In October 2011, however, he was fitted with new, cutting-edge braces - Intrepid Dynamic Exoskeletal Orthoses - that redefined his abilities and allowed him to keep his limbs. Becoming part of the Paralympic team was the realization of a lifelong dream. "I used to swim when I was younger, and I always hoped that one day I might go to the Olympics," said Burdick. "I'm so excited. It hasn't really even hit me yet. I wasn't planning for this at all, but snowboarding is a sport I am really passionate about." Hancock - an open water scuba instructor who works with military veterans - also began seriously training a year ago in seated shot put and discus. Hancock seized gold in both events at the Warrior Games in May and earned top honors in both sports at the recent University of Central Oklahoma Endeavor Games. Hancock, who hails from Pueblo, Colo., was injured while deployed in 2009. He suffers from lower-body paralysis and uses a wheelchair. Upon learning that he would compete at the World Championships, he began lifting weights six days a week and throwing three days a week, focusing on building strength and improving his form. "I'm pumped up and a little nervous [about the upcoming competition]. This is my first time competing against athletes from other countries," said Hancock. "But I am going to turn that nervousness into pushing hard and training. Making it to this level is a dream come true." After making his mark at the World Championships, Hancock hopes to contend for a spot on the 2016 U.S. Paralympic track and field team. He works regularly with Team Navy coach Kent Pagel to improve his skills. "From watching and analyzing footage of my competitions, to fitting me with a new chair, Coach Pagel is helping me every step of the way," he said. Rohn, a below-the-knee amputee, was wounded in Iraq in 2009 when his Humvee was struck by a rocket-propelled grenade. A native of Longmont, Colo., he is a three-time member of Team Navy who has taken home several Warrior Games medals. Rohn will compete in discus at the World Championships. NWW has a robust adaptive athletics program, which has positive and lasting effects on the physical and emotional well-being of wounded warriors. These athletes typically enjoy greater self-esteem, lower stress levels and fewer secondary medical conditions. To learn more about NWW - including its adaptive athletics program - visit www.safeharbor.navylive.dodlive.mil, call 855-NAVY WWP (628-9997), or email navywoundedwarrior@navy.mil. For more news from Commander, Navy Installations Command, visit www.navy.mil/local/cni/. -USN- -USN- -USN- NNS130710-05. Navy Gateway Inns and Suites Partners with Commercial Hotels to Save Travel Dollars From Commander, Navy Installation Command Navy Lodging Program Office WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Navy's primary lodging facilities for travelers on official orders (also available to Department of Defense (DoD) travelers), Navy Gateway Inns & Suites (NGIS), is expanding lodging opportunities. NGIS is partnering with commercial hotels in close proximity to Navy installations to accommodate guests when on base DoD government lodging is at full occupancy. Currently, DoD travelers on official orders to an installation may encounter an NGIS with no lodging availability. Travelers are then required to locate a local commercial hotel on their own after receiving a Certificate of Non-Availability (CNA). NGIS is taking on that responsibility for the traveler. In certain markets, this can be quite a challenge. First, the traveler must find a commercial property within a short commute to the base with a rate of per diem or lower, and most importantly; safe to reside in during their temporary duty. The Navy Lodging Program has seen the hurdles travelers face and has implemented a solution by partnering with commercial hotels. "Our priority is to maximize on-base DoD government lodging and then also to provide safe, secure hotels that meet our DoD traveler requirements by establishing relationships with commercial hotel partners in close proximity of the Navy base," said Tamara Davis, Navy Lodging Program manager. Travelers do not have to worry about finding lodging on their own in an area they are not familiar with, or being placed in a hotel that is less than desirable, that's what the Navy Lodging Program mission is - to take care of our travelers whether they're staying on base or off base." The Navy Commercial Lodging Program's hotel partners must meet established criteria. This criterion involves passing an annual inspection to ensure the property meets DOD Lodging Standards and DoD Fire, Safety and Health criteria, with contracted room rates at per diem or lower, and be within a 30 minute commute for the traveler. Prior to a TDY traveler receiving a CNA for commercial lodging the following steps will be followed: (1) Check availability at NGIS (On base lodging); (2) if no availability at NGIS, Navy Lodge will be contacted; (3) if no availability at Navy Lodge and there is no commercial lodging program, the traveler will receive a CNA requiring the traveler to locate a hotel within per diem. The Navy Commercial Lodging Program introduces multiple benefits for travelers: convenience, safety, travel savings and mission accomplishment. This program has proven very successful in markets such as Guam; Washington, D.C.; Bethesda, Md.; Fort Worth, Texas; Jacksonville and Mayport, Fla.; Seal Beach and San Diego, Calif. As the Navy Commercial Lodging Program continues to expand to new markets/locations, travelers will be assured of lodging accommodations to meet their travel needs with one phone call to 1-877-NAVY-BED. NGIS Commercial Lodging Partnership Program also generates revenue which supports the NGIS lodging programs at headquarters and at the installation. For NGIS reservations and locations, visit http://ngis.dodlodging.net/. For more news from Commander, Navy Installations Command, visit www.navy.mil/local/cni/. -USN- -USN- -USN- NNS130710-10. 27,000 Troops Prepare for Talisman Saber 2013 By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Toni N. Burton CORAL SEA (NNS) -- More than 27,000 U.S. and Australian personnel are converging in Australia and the Coral Sea in preparation for the amphibious exercise Talisman Saber 2013, to be held off the coast of Australia July 15 through Aug. 6. Talisman Saber is a U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM)-sponsored exercise that trains forces in a mid-intensity, high-end warfighting scenario involving a combined joint task force. Designed to improve U.S./Australian combat training, readiness and interoperability, approximately 18,000 U.S. and 9,000 Australian personnel will participate in the exercise. "Australia is a long standing ally," said Vice Adm. Scott Swift, commander, U.S. 7th Fleet. "Talisman Saber is the largest and most important bilateral exercise we conduct together, flexing our combined capabilities to ensure we can operate seamlessly together to promote security and stability in the region." Swift is the overall combined joint task force commander of Talisman Saber. His deputy CJTF commander is Brigadier David Coghlan, commander of Australia's 6th Brigade. The goal of Talisman Saber is to train and validate the U.S. and Australian joint task force in crisis planning and contingency operations. Other key goals are to improve U.S./Australian combat readiness and interoperability through combined training and demonstrate the U.S. and Australia's ability and commitment to support the security interests of Australia and those of the broader Indo-Asia-Pacific region. "Talisman Saber provides an opportunity for personnel from both countries and each branch of their militaries to train together and enhance their combined and joint warfighting skills. The exercise increases interoperability, flexibility and readiness, all of which are force multipliers in maintaining security and stability in the region," said Swift. This is the fifth Talisman Saber exercise. Talisman Saber (called Talisman Sabre when led by Australia) merges the previous exercises Tandem Thrust and Crocodile into one biennial, joint, combined exercise with U.S. and Australian forces. Swift stated the bond between the U.S. and Australia is stronger than ever and remains one of the most important alliances in the world. "The U.S./Australian alliance is an anchor of peace and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region," Swift said. "Our visits and exercises reaffirm that we are aligned in our views, and that a strong relationship between our militaries and countries is essential for maintaining maritime security and keeping the seas safe for commerce. This exercise reflects the closeness of the Australian and U.S. alliance and the strength of our military-to-military relationships." Training will be conducted from multiple locations in the United States to include Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, San Diego, Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Suffolk, Va.; multiple locations in Australia to include Rockhampton, Enogerra, Amberley, Williamtown, Richmond, the maritime areas of the Coral Sea and Australian ranges to include Shoalwater Bay Training Area and Townsville Field Training Area. A list of forces will be made available via the U.S. Pacific Fleet and Australian Defence Force websites at www.cpf.navy.mil/talisman-saber/2013/ and www.defence.gov.au/opEx/exercises/ts13/ U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked staff are currently on patrol in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility, building maritime partnerships and conducting security and stability operations. For more news from Pacific Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/cpf/. -USN- -USN- -USN- NNS130710-11. U.S. Navy and Coast Guard Team Up to Conduct Training Operations Off Southern California By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Corey T. Jones, Commander, U.S. Third Fleet Public Affairs SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- The crew of the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Thach (FFG 43) returned to port, June 28 following five days at sea training and operating with U.S. Coast Guardsmen from the Coast Guard's 11th District and the Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement Team (TACLET). Under Federal law, the Coast Guard is the only armed forces branch with maritime law enforcement authorities. Law Enforcement Detachment teams (LEDETs) deploy with the Navy in the Third Fleet area of operations to conduct and support maritime law enforcement, interdiction and security operations. "We are supporting law enforcement operations to curtail illegal drug and migrant smuggling in the region," said Thach Executive Officer Lt. Cmdr. Lisa B. Hodgson. "Here our focus is interception, or at a minimum, disruption of these dangerous and destructive criminal activities." The joint operation between the two branches has proven successful. "Recently, the Coast Guard embarked with the guided-missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46) coupled with an anti-submarine helicopter squadron light (HSL), seizing approximately 1,500 pounds, or 51 bales, of marijuana while detaining three suspected smugglers," said Lt. Cmdr. John Schiller, Third Fleet's future operations deputy and maritime homeland defense lead. "You have the world's premier Coast Guard and the world's premier Navy and we're operating in the same environment intercepting illicit narcotics and migrants," said 11th District Counter Drug Officer Lt. Peter Deneen. Both the Navy and the Coast Guard train together while at sea and benefit from one another's resources and areas of expertise. "Navy ships and systems provide valuable support and resources to the overall interdiction effort. Our crews' skills, ship's systems and communications capabilities help the entire process from intelligence to surveillance to interception," said Hodgson. "In the event of a pursuit, we shift tactical control of Navy ships from Third Fleet to the 11th District, raise a Coast Guard flag on the ship's rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RHIB) and place a Coast Guard boarding team under Coast Guard authority," said Deneen. "Our relationship with the Coast Guard is seamless," said Thach Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jason E. Jones. "The Coast Guardsmen, who are all subject matter experts in vessel boarding and law enforcement, easily integrate with our Visit Board Search and Seizure (VBSS) team." While the Coast Guard is much smaller, its unique legal authority to enforce maritime law makes it an invaluable interagency partner with the Navy. "We're pretty happy with the results thus far and we just hope to expand our interoperability with the Coast Guard and we look for the opportunity to affect the maritime law enforcement operations in Southern California when and if available," said Schiller. Thach Sailors also spent the week exercising total ship survivability while training Midshipmen, performing helicopter deck landing qualifications, submarine hunting and executing routine ship maintenance. Joint, interagency and international relationships strengthen U.S. Third Fleet's ability to respond to crises and protect the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners. For more news from Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/c3f/. -USN- -USN- -USN- NNS130710-01. Pacific Partnership 2013 Engineers Rebuild Water Storage Units on Ennubirr Island By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tim D. Godbee, Navy Public Affairs Support Element West ENNUNIRR, Marshall Islands (NNS) -- Pacific Partnership 2013 engineers are renovating water cisterns on Ennubirr Island, an island in the Kwajalein Atoll of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, July 9. After U.S. Army engineers and U.S. Navy Seabees complete the renovations, the cisterns will provide cleaner potable water to the people of Ennubirr. "The Marshall Islands have a very small area of land with a lot of people ... that doesn't leave much room for the catchment of fresh water," said Royal New Zealand Navy Acting Capt. Anthony Millar, Pacific Partnership 2013 deputy mission commander. "The ability to catch, keep and maintain clean water is essential to the people of the Marshall Islands and one of our tasks for Pacific Partnership is to build the infrastructure to allow people to look after themselves." U.S. Navy Steelworker 1st Class Tomas Preuc, one of the site leaders, said that cracks were found in the cistern's walls that were causing major leaking. "A lot of the water was being wasted. So what we have to do is drain all of the water from the cistern, seal it up and put epoxy paint on it," said Preuc. "In a small area like this water is a big issue, so if we can keep a lot of the debris out of the water and keep it from leaking out it helps a lot. It's a good feeling working hand in hand with them knowing that we're making a difference." Residents of the village were grateful to receive the aid from the Pacific Partnership engineers. "It's good to see Pacific Partnership doing something good for the people of this island again," said Raymond Debrun, principal of the local primary school. "I'm glad to know that the world supports the people of the Marshall Islands." Working at the invitation of each host nation, Pacific Partnership is joined by partner nations that include Australia, Canada, Colombia, France, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea and New Zealand to improve maritime security and strengthen disaster-response preparedness around the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. Conducted annually since 2006, Pacific Partnership is the largest mission of its kind in the region. The mission was born after U.S. military responded to the needs of people in Southeast Asia following the devastating tsunami in 2004. The Marshall Islands is one of many host nations for Pacific Partnership 2013. Others include Samoa, Tonga, Papua New Guinea, Kiribati, and the Solomon Islands. For more information, visit www.navy.mil, www.facebook.com/usnavy, or www.twitter.com/usnavy. -USN- -USN- -USN- NNS130710-09. Seabee Learning Site Port Hueneme Changes Command By Susan E. Lester, Center for Seabees and Facilities Engineering Public Affairs PORT HUENEME, Calif. (NNS) -- The Naval Construction Training Center (NCTC) held a change of command ceremony at the Seabee Museum in Port Hueneme July 8. Cmdr. Dan Cook relieved Cmdr. Scott Loeschke as commanding officer. The ceremony began by Loeschke acknowledging the performance of his NCTC staff. "It has been my honor to lead an outstanding group of professionals who are committed to providing the highest quality training to Seabees and airmen," said Loeschke. "This has certainly been the most rewarding assignment of my career." With more than 20 years of naval service, Loeschke earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado. Following completion of Officer Candidate School, he was commissioned in April 1993. Loeschke is a registered professional engineer in the state of California, is designated a Seabee Combat Warfare Officer and an acquisition professional, and is a member of the Society of American Military Engineers. For his outstanding service as NCTC commanding officer, he received the Meritorious Service Medal at the change of command ceremony. NCTC Port Hueneme hosted nearly 3,500 students during fiscal year 2012 (FY12). In addition to Sailors from all seven of the Seabees ratings, U.S. Air Force students train with construction mechanics during "A" School as part of an Inter-service Training Review Organization (ITRO) agreement. Also under the command domain, NCTC Port Hueneme Detachment China Lake manages the Navy's water well drilling, as well as blast and quarry training, programs with a throughput of 70 students in FY12. Cook graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and holds a Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management from Purdue University. He previously served as the assistant regional engineer in Joint Region Marianas, Guam. After assuming command, Cook commented that he is looking forward to his tour at NCTC PH. "It is a great honor to be working with the Sailors, airmen, and civilians at NCTC," said Cook. "I look forward to serving the team that Cmdr. Loeschke led with such distinction." Loeschke's next assignment is serving as the chief of staff for Naval Base Ventura County. For additional information about the Naval Construction Training Center in Port Hueneme, visit https://www.netc.navy.mil/centers/csfe/hueneme/. For information about the Naval Education and Training Command, visit https://www.netc.navy.mil. -USN- -USN- -USN- NNS130710-03. Nimitz Hosts Midshipmen at Sea By Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Kelly M. Agee, USS Nimitz Public Affairs USS NIMITZ, At Sea (NNS) -- Eleven Midshipmen arrived on board the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) July 9 as part of a summer training program. This is the second group of midshipmen Nimitz has hosted the past month. Cruises like these allow future officers to experience life at sea, glimpsing both the enlisted and officers side of things. "I've never experienced anything like this program before," said Midshipman 2nd Class Maxx Killman, of San Diego, a student at the University of Michigan. "It's designed for midshipmen who are trying to become officers to see what it's like to be an enlisted person in the military and to appreciate the work they do. Everything officers do falls back onto the enlisted. We wouldn't be able to do our jobs properly without them." During their visit, the midshipmen will stay in enlisted berthings and stand watches to see firsthand some of the jobs of enlisted Sailors and officers on board Nimitz. Their watches include the pilot house, medical, damage control central and the galley. According to Midshipman 1st Class Andrew Barr, of Mount Prospect, Ill., a student at the University of Illinois, he is excited to stand watch to learn about Nimitz. "I'm here for training," said Barr. "I'm here to receive as much training as the Nimitz can give me." Midshipman 2nd Class Julie Roland, of Berkley, Calif., a student at the University of Pennsylvania, is trying to become a surface warfare officer and a judge advocate general. "I wanted to serve my country," said Roland. "The Navy has good opportunities for women, I like the humanitarian efforts the Navy helps with and I also wanted to learn how to be a great leader." Roland expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to spend some time aboard Nimitz. "I'm excited and looking forward to learning as much as I can," said Roland. "I feel lucky to get to be on board an aircraft carrier." One activity Roland hopes to experience while on board the Nimitz is flying in a helicopter. "I would love to ride in a helicopter because I love flying; it's fun," said Roland. "Not many people my age get to do that sort of thing." Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. For more news from USS Nimitz (CVN 68), visit www.navy.mil/local/cvn68/. NNS130710-14. Current All Hands Update From Defense Media Activity - Navy WASHINGTON (NNS) -- All Hands Update features four newscasts today - one two-minute newscast and three one-minute newscast. Two-minute newscast- - Service Members Assist Afghan Students http://www.navy.mil/viewVideo.asp?id=18633 http://youtu.be/vkSUX3SYyuw First One-minute newscast- - Headlines for Wednesday, July 10, 2013: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Emphasizes Importance of Supporting Military Children; Navy Welcomes New Energy http://www.navy.mil/viewVideo.asp?id=18634 http://youtu.be/6iZGvXTWqUA Second one-minute newscast- - U.S. Navy, Foreign Navies Work Together During Exercise FRUKUS 2013 http://www.navy.mil/viewVideo.asp?id=18635 http://youtu.be/40umtPgYDvk Third one-minute newscast- - Exercise Sea Breeze 2013 Kicks Off http://www.navy.mil/viewVideo.asp?id=18636 http://youtu.be/_ysGxmo5clw Defense Media Activity - Navy usually produces four All Hands Update (AHU)newscasts each day - one two-minute newscast and three one-minute newscasts. AHU can be seen throughout the day and evening on the Direct-to-Sailor (DTS)satellite television service available aboard 160 ships of the fleet and via the Navy Web site at www.navy.mil. Check your local DTS program schedule for air times. AHU can also be seen throughout the world on the American Forces Radio and Television Service (AFRTS). -USN- -USN- -USN- -USN- -USN- -USN- NNS020702-12. This Day in Naval History - July 10 From the Navy News Service 1934 - USS Houston takes Franklin Delano Roosevelt on first visit of a U.S. president to South America. 1943 - Naval gunfire help Allied troops land on Sicily. It was first extensive use of LST's and smaller landing craft to deliver heavy equipment over the beach. 1945 - 14 carriers from 3rd Fleet carriers begin air strikes on Japanese Home Islands which end Aug. 15. -USN- -USN- -USN- Navy News Service is the official news wire service of the U.S. Navy, containing stories recently posted to the Navy Web site at www.navy.mil. 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