Mode-S/ADS Milcom Intercepts 24-28 Mar 2016 - Brasstown NC

Lots of 130s in the air yesterday including Lockheed Martin testing LAC 5791 for about six hours. Here is the latest round of Mode-S/ADS-B intercepts and selected ATC call signs logged from here on the radio ranch in WNC. All dates/times are UTC and list is sorted in Mode-S address order.

 

 

 

00000A Various   ---  2016-03-26 03:55:44 Various Various   ---  
00000A Various   ---  2016-03-28 18:09:20 Various Various ---  2540  27000   
080010 98-0010   ---  2016-03-26 14:23:14 UC-35A United States USAF  2275  24075   
7101E0 HZ-MS5A  HZMS5A 2016-03-29 01:48:13 Gulfstream V Saudi Arabia Saudi Armed Forces Medical Services  ---  40000   
738B4B ---              LAC5794 2016-03-28 20:13:34 C-130J-30 Israel IDF | 103Sqn    
A1F496 N225LH    N225LH 2016-03-25 14:58:39 C-12C Huron United States   15975   
A7EF54 N610G   ---  2016-03-27 14:19:04 C-32B United States L-3 CAPITAL  ---  36000   
A8657E N640CS    0000 2016-03-25 17:52:41 737-400 United States US DOJ  ---  32000   
AC8997 11-3104   ---  2016-03-26 22:53:29 C-146A United States USAF | 27SOW | 524SOS [KCVS]    
ADFCAC 92-0363   ---  2016-03-25 15:20:32 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFCAC 92-0363   ---  2016-03-28 20:20:09 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFCD1 94-0114   ---  2016-03-25 19:05:53 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFD73 91-0503   ---  2016-03-28 20:20:16 C-26D United States WI ARNG? | OSACOM DET-52 [KMSN]    
ADFDEC 94-6707   DAWG 77 2016-03-24 16:12:16 C-130H United States WV ANG | 130AW | 130AS [KCRW]    
ADFE49 94-0317   PAT195 2016-03-24 18:50:09 C-12R United States USARMY  ---  24000   
ADFE4C 94-0320/95-0099   PAT203 2016-03-24 14:20:35 C-12V United States US Army | B/6-52 AVN (TA) DET-1 [KFTK]  ---  24000   
ADFE69 91-1238   DERBY 85 2016-03-28 13:34:55 C-130H United States KY ANG | 123AW | 165AS [KSDF]  4010  23000   
ADFE85 92-0550 ALLIED 1 2016-03-24 16:27:31 C-130H United States AFRC | 94AW | 700AS [KMGE]    
ADFE86 92-0551   RCH265 2016-03-24 23:49:24 C-130H United States AFRC | 94AW | 700AS [KMGE]    
ADFE91 95-0092   PAT099 2016-03-26 15:05:34 C-12R+ United States USARC | A/2-228 AVN (TA) [KWRI ]  ---  28000   
ADFE92 95-0093   PAT097 2016-03-26 14:54:19 C-12R+ United States USARC | C/6-52 AVN (TA) [KSLI]  ---  26000   
ADFEC9 84-0182   PAT401 2016-03-25 15:49:19 C-12U United States ARMY    
ADFEDE 86-0088   PAT235 2016-03-24 22:42:09 C-12F United States FL ARNG | OSACOM DET-8 [KSGJ]    
ADFEDE 86-0088   PAT235 2016-03-25 00:41:18 C-12F United States FL ARNG | OSACOM DET-8 [KSGJ]    
ADFF00 96-0112   ---  2016-03-28 18:29:23 C-12J United States USARMY | CARA AVN SECTION [KAPG]    
ADFF8C 68-8162   ---  2016-03-28 13:11:09 T-38C United States 50thFTS    
AE0144 58-0060   STEEL41 2016-03-28 13:07:01 KC-135T United States PA ANG | 171ARW [KPIT]    
AE0178 84-0129   SPAR934 2016-03-24 15:35:48 C-21A United States USAF | 375AW | 457AS [KADW]    
AE020C 79-1946   XTNDR86 2016-03-25 18:00:53 KC-10A United States USAF | 60AMW [KSUU]  ---  29975   
AE0361 59-1444   EDDIE31 2016-03-24 16:02:27 KC-135R United States OH ANG | 121ARW [KLCK]  6214  29000   
AE040B 165739   RANGR66 2016-03-28 18:09:53 KC-130J United States USMC | VMGR-234 [KNFW]  7060  18975   
AE040E 162783   TALUS38 2016-03-28 20:29:10 E-6B United States USN | SCW-1 [KTIK]  ---  36975   
AE0486 62-3542   E23542 2016-03-25 14:33:18 KC-135R United States AFRC | 916ARW | 77ARS [KGSB]  6211  34000   
AE049D 99-1431   ---  2016-03-24 17:24:58 C-130J-30 United States RI ANG | 143AW | 143AS [KOQU]    
AE04A0 99-1933   BATON91 2016-03-27 20:35:07 EC-130J United States PA ANG | 193SOW | 193SOS [KMDT]    
AE04AD 99-0104   ---  2016-03-28 16:03:53 UC-35a1 United States USARC | A/2-228 AVN (TA) [KWRI ]    
AE04C7 59-1490   STEEL81 2016-03-27 18:03:41 KC-135T United States PA ANG | 171ARW [KPIT]  1057  35000   
AE04DE 57-2597   SODA91 2016-03-24 23:03:44 KC-135R United States TN ANG | 134ARW | 151ARS [KTYS]    
AE04DE 57-2597   SODA91 2016-03-25 01:16:01 KC-135R United States TN ANG | 134ARW | 151ARS [KTYS]    
AE04F5 58-0050/84-0166   PAT361 2016-03-25 15:38:13 KC-135T/C-12U United States   ---  
AE0601 80-0322   RCH419 2016-03-26 15:29:54 C-130H United States GA ANG | 165AW | 158AS [KSAV]  2566  23200   
AE07DF 94-0065   ELVIS58 2016-03-26 22:33:47 C-17A United States TN ANG | 164AW | 155AS [KMEM]  2154  28000   
AE07E4 94-0070   DECOY86 2016-03-26 18:20:27 C-17A United States WV ANG | 167AW | 167AS [KMRB]  6032  35000   
AE080F 99-0169   RCH899C 2016-03-25 17:55:02 C-17A United States USAF | 437AW [KCHS]    
AE0814 00-0178   RCH820 2016-03-28 16:36:18 C-17A United States AFRC | 445AW | 89AS [KFFO]  6704  29000   
AE087E 01-0028   ---  2016-03-24 18:03:58 C-37A United States USAF | 6AMW | 310AS [KMCF]    
AE08F8 84-24375   PAT683 2016-03-28 20:01:03 C-12U United States USARC | C/2-228 AVN (TA) [KFBG]  6742  19000   
AE0940 166374   ---  2016-03-24 18:37:15 UC-35D United States VMR DET [KADW]  2407  45000   
AE10B5 01-0186   RCH974 2016-03-26 20:23:50 C-17A United States USAF | 436AW | 3AS [KDOV]  2153  30000   
AE117D 02-1111   RCH2111 2016-03-24 18:54:14 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE1191 03-0016   ---  2016-03-28 17:40:58 UC-35B United States USARC | B/2-228 AVN (TA) [KMGE]    
AE119C 03-3119   RCH406 2016-03-25 16:45:49 C-17A United States MS ANG | 172AW | 183AS [KJAN]  1746  37000   
AE11D8 75-0558   ---  2016-03-28 22:14:09 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]  2342  29000   
AE11D8 75-0558   SNTRY61 2016-03-28 19:22:34 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]  2342  29000   
AE11E4 78-0576   SNTRY40 2016-03-28 16:27:53 E-3G United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]    
AE128F 85-0011   ---  2016-03-29 04:24:36 MC-130H United States USAF    
AE12BB 69-5828   FLIP33 2016-03-25 14:28:57 MC-130P United States USAF | 1SOW | 9SOS [KHRT]    
AE12C4 87-0126   TALON11 2016-03-24 02:42:08 MC-130H United States USAF | 1SOW | 15SOS [KHRT]    
AE1488 86-0416   KOMODO4 2016-03-24 15:39:32 TE-8a United States 330thCTS    
AE1BF1 07-4638   RCH1948 2016-03-27 15:54:38 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]  5656  27000   
AE20C2 07-7181   MOOSE20 2016-03-25 14:19:18 C-17A United States USAF | 437AW [KCHS]  3204  34000   
AE20C5 07-7184   ---  2016-03-25 14:19:19 C-17A United States USAF | 437AW [KCHS]  ---  34000   
AE2FAB 08-8199   RCH556 2016-03-28 22:36:10 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE49C6 09-9210   RCH544 2016-03-24 18:19:50 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE49C8 09-9212   RCH141 2016-03-26 14:19:41 C-17A United States USAF | 437AW [KCHS]  6603  33000   
AE4AF8 08-5683   HAVOC61 2016-03-24 05:41:11 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 317AG [KDYS]    
AE4BDE 10-5701   HAVOC62 2016-03-24 05:42:57 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 317AG [KDYS]    
AE4C61 10-0739   ---  2016-03-25 13:14:50 MC-12W United States USAF | 9RW | 489RS [KBAB]    
AE4D66 10-0213   RCH0213 2016-03-25 19:28:01 C-17A United States USAF | 437AW [KCHS]  0747  0   
AE4D68 10-0215   RCH187 2016-03-27 14:23:10 C-17A United States USAF | 437AW [KCHS]  0736  30000   
AE4D69 10-0216   RCH254 2016-03-28 21:26:33 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE4D6A 10-0217   RCH404 2016-03-26 00:52:38 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]  3137  35000   
AE4EC0 168755   VVLC755 2016-03-27 15:59:26 P-8A United States USN | VP-30 [KNIP]  ---  32000   
AE4EC0 168755   VVLC755 2016-03-28 16:01:40 P-8A United States USN | VP-30 [KNIP]  ---  34000   
AE57BE 168858   00000000 2016-03-24 13:17:32 P-8A United States USN |  ---  26950   
AE595D ------   LAC5791 2016-03-28 14:32:39 ------ United States   ---  
AE595D ------   LAC5791 2016-03-28 15:52:30 ------ United States   ---  
AE595D ------   LAC5791 2016-03-28 20:34:07 ------ United States   ---  
AE595D ------   LAC5791 2016-03-28 21:05:49 ------ United States   ---  
C2B3EB 177703   CFC3668 2016-03-25 00:09:09 CC-177 Canada CFC | 429SQN [CYTR]    

Mode-S/ADS Milcom Intercepts 19-23 Mar 2016 - Brasstown NC

Last evening had a USAF E-4B NAOC Mode-S callsign Paddy 17 (ADFEB6 75-0125) over the ranch here in western NC and also caught him passing a 30c 6V424B EAM on UHF 323.800 MHz. 

 

Tip for my Milcom friends: Make sure regardless of where you are located here in the US that you keep 323.800 MHz plugged your Milcom UHF bank of freqs.

 

 

 

And now here is the rest of the story. Here is the latest round of Mode-S/ADS-B intercepts and selected ATC call signs logged from here on the radio ranch in WNC. All dates/times are UTC and list is sorted in Mode-S address order.

 

0D08B7 ---   ---  2016-03-19 19:11:14 --- Mexico ---  4060  40975   
29CBB8 various   ---  2016-03-22 16:17:16 various various Various  2426  25000   
520274 94-0264   RCH 1028 2016-03-19 19:25:43 RC-26B United States USARMY    
A739E7 10-3068   ---  2016-03-19 15:50:32 C-146A United States USAF | 27SOW | 524SOS [KCVS]    
A8657E N640CS   0000 2016-03-21 16:02:04 737-400 United States US DOJ  ---  26150   
ADFC79 91-0085   ---  2016-03-23 15:23:14 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 479FTG | 451FTS [KNPA]    
ADFCAC 92-0363   ---  2016-03-21 16:55:30 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFCE2 94-0131   ---  2016-03-21 15:16:52 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 479FTG | 451FTS [KNPA]    
ADFCF1 94-0146   ---  2016-03-23 16:30:42 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS  7131  26000   
ADFCF7 95-0043   ---  2016-03-23 15:38:25 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFD00 95-0052   ---  2016-03-23 15:53:51 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS  5262  11825   
ADFD0D 95-0065   ---  2016-03-21 21:33:47 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFD76 91-0506   ---  2016-03-23 22:44:43 C-26E United States CO ARNG | OSACOM DET-33 [KBKF]    
ADFDD3 95-6709 ANVIL50 2016-03-21 14:32:38 C-130H United States WV ANG | 130AW | 130AS [KCRW]  6776  20000   
ADFDEC 94-6707   DAWG 77 2016-03-22 16:49:36 C-130H United States WV ANG | 130AW | 130AS [KCRW]    
ADFE4C 94-0320/95-0099   PAT207 2016-03-23 16:41:02 C-12V United States US Army | B/6-52 AVN (TA) DET-1 [KFTK]  ---  25000   
ADFEB5 74-0787   ---  2016-03-19 17:20:20 E-4B United States USAF | 55WG | 1ACCS [KOFF]    
ADFEB5 74-0787   ROGUE55 2016-03-20 19:07:45 E-4B United States USAF | 55WG | 1ACCS [KOFF]    
ADFEB6 75-0125   PADDY17 2016-03-23 19:51:19 E-4B United States USAF | 55WG | 1ACCS [KOFF]    
ADFEC1 96-0111   ---  2016-03-21 17:34:51 UC-35a1 ??? United States USARMY  2240  39000   
ADFEC1 96-0111   ---  2016-03-23 12:43:12 UC-35a1 ??? United States USARMY  5611  39000   
ADFEC9 84-0182   PAT742 2016-03-23 18:20:58 C-12U United States ARMY    
ADFED4 85-1266   PAT1266 2016-03-23 19:51:01 C-12U United States VA ARNG | OSACOM VA RFC [KDAA]  3771  24025   
ADFF7A 66-4362   ---  2016-03-22 16:19:16 T-38C United States 50thFTS    
ADFF8C 68-8162   ---  2016-03-21 16:08:37 T-38C United States 50thFTS    
AE0137 63-7978   BLUE34 2016-03-22 18:12:08 KC-135R United States NH ANG | 157ARW | 133ARS [KPSM]  2172  37000   
AE0178 84-0129   SPAR866 2016-03-22 20:01:58 C-21A United States USAF | 375AW | 457AS [KADW]    
AE01DC 79-1710   DUCE05 2016-03-22 16:11:57 KC-10A United States USAF | 305AMW [KWRI]  2537  34975   
AE0361 59-1444   EDDIE31 2016-03-21 13:50:39 KC-135R United States OH ANG | 121ARW [KLCK]    
AE0368 63-8013   EDDIE61 2016-03-23 16:02:43 KC-135R United States NH ANG | 157ARW | 133ARS [KPSM]  6617  27000   
AE03F4 84-0145   ---  2016-03-23 16:12:40 C-12U United States DE ARNG | OSACOM DET-7  3756  25000   
AE03F8 84-0154   ---  2016-03-20 19:23:14 C-12U United States LA ARNG | OSACOM Det38 [KHDC]  2707  26925   
AE03F8 84-0154   ---  2016-03-21 19:32:23 C-12U United States LA ARNG | OSACOM Det38 [KHDC]    
AE0426 60-0363   CODY01 2016-03-23 20:19:49 KC-135R United States AFRC | 434ARW | 72ARS [KGUS]  1750  34000   
AE0470 57-1428   SODA81 2016-03-22 13:41:25 KC-135R United States TN ANG | 134ARW | 151ARS [KTYS]  7263  28500   
AE047F 59-1509   SODA82 2016-03-23 15:15:53 KC-135R United States TN ANG | 134ARW | 151ARS [KTYS]    
AE049D 99-1431   RHODY41 2016-03-23 16:13:05 C-130J-30 United States RI ANG | 143AW | 143AS [KOQU]    
AE04AD 99-0104   ---  2016-03-22 12:58:55 UC-35a1 United States USARC | A/2-228 AVN (TA) [KWRI ]  3574  30925   
AE04AD 99-0104   ---  2016-03-23 14:58:23 UC-35a1 United States USARC | A/2-228 AVN (TA) [KWRI ]  4162  22075   
AE04DB 57-1437   REGAL22 2016-03-22 15:40:03 KC-135R United States AFRC | 916ARW | 77ARS [KGSB]  2165  24900   
AE0567 85-0010   RCH5010 2016-03-23 03:18:23 C-5M United States USAF | 60AMW [KSUU]  7344  34000   
AE05A3 61-0309   RCH014 2016-03-20 18:18:53 KC-135R United States WI ANG | 128ARW | 126ARS [KMKE]  6522  37000   
AE05DE 87-9281   PITT81 2016-03-19 20:36:19 C-130H United States AFRC | 914AW | 328AS [KIAG]    
AE0672 63-8014   BACKY97 2016-03-21 12:49:12 KC-135R United States AFRC | 916ARW | 77ARS [KGSB]    
AE06D9 163561   ---  2016-03-21 15:45:54 UC-12F United States USMC | VMR DET MIRAMAR [KNKX]  2137  18000   
AE07D6 92-3292   RCH518 2016-03-19 14:21:22 C-17A United States USAF | 437AW [KCHS]  3226  33000   
AE07FA 97-0048   RHINO90 2016-03-20 21:23:19 C-17A United States AFRC | 445AW | 89AS [KFFO]    
AE08E3 00-0183   COHO76 2016-03-19 21:44:29 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]  ---  33975   
AE08F8 84-24375   PAT698 2016-03-21 13:32:38 C-12U United States USARC | C/2-228 AVN (TA) [KFBG]  ---  26025   
AE08FD 84-24380   ---  2016-03-21 15:13:32 C-12U United States USARC | A/2-228 AVN (TA) [KWRI ]    
AE093B 00-1052   ---  2016-03-22 20:37:50 UC-35B United States US Army | OSACOM PATD [KADW]    
AE093B 00-1052   ---  2016-03-23 21:03:20 UC-35B United States US Army | OSACOM PATD [KADW]  1303  34450   
AE1143 165977   ---  2016-03-22 22:38:48 T-6A United States USN | TW-6 [KNPA]    
AE1178 02-1106   COHO78 2016-03-19 21:43:56 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]  ---  34000   
AE117D 02-1111   RCH630 2016-03-20 23:19:14 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE117E 02-1112   RCH787 2016-03-22 17:38:14 C-17A United States MS ANG | 172AW | 183AS [KJAN]    
AE11E1 77-0353   SNTRY61 2016-03-21 22:33:18 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]    
AE11F0 82-0007   SNTRY60 2016-03-22 23:02:02 E-3G United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]    
AE1211 03-0726   ---  2016-03-21 13:09:26 UC-35C United States USARC | 2-228 AVN    
AE12BB 69-5828   FLIP33 2016-03-21 17:49:55 MC-130P United States USAF | 1SOW | 9SOS [KHRT]  1533  15200   
AE12C4 87-0126   ---  2016-03-23 03:23:02 MC-130H United States USAF | 1SOW | 15SOS [KHRT]    
AE143A 166715   ---  2016-03-21 14:44:20 UC-35D United States USMC | VMR-1 [KNKT]  3327  41000   
AE144D 05-5143   RHINO92 2016-03-19 16:53:51 C-17A United States AFRC | 445AW | 89AS [KFFO]    
AE1488 86-0416   PEACH01 2016-03-23 01:09:03 TE-8a United States 330thCTS  5224  20000   
AE148B 92-3290   LEGEND2 2016-03-23 14:34:05 E-8C United States GA ANG | 116ACW [KWRB]  7130  29600   
AE1733 06-3833   ---  2016-03-20 17:31:56 T-6A United States USAF | 71FTW | 8 FTS    
AE1BEF 07-4636   GLEAN32 2016-03-19 05:39:17 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]  2475  24000   
AE1BF3 07-46310   ---  2016-03-21 19:24:17 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]    
AE20B5 85-1607   GKA607 2016-03-23 13:19:06 C-31A United States US Army | Golden Knights [KPOB]  7136  19000   
AE20C2 07-7181   RCH8191 2016-03-19 20:24:52 C-17A United States USAF | 437AW [KCHS]  1556  35000   
AE2687 6548   CG6548 2016-03-22 20:19:19 MH-65D United States USCG | CGAS North Bend [KOTH]    
AE2FAC 08-8200   COHO75 2016-03-19 21:43:50 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]  ---  34000   
AE2FAC 08-8200   RCH351 2016-03-22 00:00:10 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]  5610  35000   
AE2FAD 08-8201   RCH433 2016-03-22 21:07:01 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE4A29 166160   ---  2016-03-20 18:54:41 T-6B United States USN |  5236  21000   
AE4AF8 08-5683   HAVOC60 2016-03-21 15:23:35 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 317AG [KDYS]  3631  22975   
AE4BDE 10-5701   HAVOC60 2016-03-21 15:21:11 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 317AG [KDYS]    
AE4BEE 2314   ---  2016-03-22 14:19:13 HC-144A United States ---  7150  15650   
AE4C61 10-0739   ---  2016-03-22 17:28:32 MC-12W United States USAF | 9RW | 489RS [KBAB]    
AE4CF7 2714   C2714 2016-03-21 20:56:26 C-27J United States USCG |    
AE4D6A 10-0217   RCH818 2016-03-20 20:34:57 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE4DDD 11-0550   ---  2016-03-21 22:09:52 C-37B United States USAF | 89AW | 99AS [KADW]    
AE4EB4 168430   TALON8 2016-03-22 13:18:06 P-8A United States USN | VP-16 [KNIP]  ---  26900   
AE4EBB 168437   MADFX33 2016-03-21 17:19:49 P-8A United States USN | VP-5 [KNIP]  ---  30000   
AE4EBE 168440   ---  2016-03-22 18:15:04 P-8A United States USN | VP-30 [KNIP]  ---  33000   
AE4EBE 168440   00000000 2016-03-22 13:48:27 P-8A United States USN | VP-30 [KNIP]  ---  33000   
AE4EC0 168755   TIGER87 2016-03-21 13:26:08 P-8A United States USN | VP-30 [KNIP]  ---  37025   
AE4EC4 168759   ---  2016-03-22 15:42:16 P-8A United States USN | VP-8 [KNIP]  ---  35000   
AE4EC4 168759   TIGER40 2016-03-22 13:08:01 P-8A United States USN | VP-8 [KNIP]  ---  35000   
AE4F13 10-0219   ---  2016-03-20 03:04:22 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE4F13 10-0219   COHO77 2016-03-20 02:43:51 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE4F14 10-0220   RCH727 2016-03-22 22:43:56 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE54C7 12-5756   GLEAN31 2016-03-19 04:35:21 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]   
AE54D1 12-5768   KING15 2016-03-21 17:52:37 HC-130J United States USAF | 23 Wing | 71RQS [KVAD]    
AE54D1 12-5768   KING21 2016-03-22 23:21:28 HC-130J United States USAF | 23 Wing | 71RQS [KVAD]    
AE54DA 166200   ---  2016-03-20 18:20:20 T-6B United States   ---  
AE57B6 168850   VVLC850 2016-03-20 15:06:03 P-8A United States USN |  ---  32000   
AE57B7 168851   VVLC851 2016-03-20 16:37:55 P-8A United States USN |  ---  34000   
AE57B8 168852   VVLL821 2016-03-22 00:08:47 P-8A United States USN |  ---  13900   
AE57D7 3361   ---  2016-03-22 21:12:07 C-12V United States   ---  
AE596F 13-5790   FIXER55 2016-03-21 14:19:44 HC-130J United States USAF | 23 Wing | 71RQS [KVAD]  1141  20000   
AE596F 13-5790   FIXER55 2016-03-21 15:08:18 HC-130J United States USAF | 23 Wing | 71RQS [KVAD]  1141  20000   
AE596F 13-5790   FIXER55 2016-03-22 18:03:25 HC-130J United States USAF | 23 Wing | 71RQS [KVAD]  2072  17050   

 

 

USS Zumwalt Underway for Sea Trials

 

The future guided-missile destroyer USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) departs the Bath Iron Works shipyard for its second at-sea period to conduct builder's trials during which many of the ship's key systems and technologies will be demonstrated. In addition to systems testing, the Navy-Industry team will be conducting numerous operational demonstrations in preparation for acceptance trials in April. DDG 1000 is the lead ship of the Zumwalt-class destroyers, a class of next-generation multi-mission surface combatants tailored for land attack and littoral dominance with capabilities that defeat current and projected threats. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

 

USS America Returns to Sea

 

By Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jacob Holloway, USS America (LHA 6) Public Affairs

 

PACIFIC OCEAN (NNS) -- USS America (LHA 6) returned to sea March 21 after completing a 10-month post-shakedown availability maintenance period during which the crew and contractors made improvements to the ship's design.

 

 With PSA now in the rear-view mirror, America is now conducting sea trials to test the ship's systems and sea-worthiness off the coast of Southern California.

 

 The ship's crew faced several potential challenges when getting underway after the long maintenance period such as a successful start-up of the ship's engines, a safe sea and anchor detail, and efficient restricted maneuvering evolution. As it turned out, all major systems worked flawlessly, and the crew executed a safe and successful day one underway.

 

 "Our biggest concern was doing everything safely and making sure no one got hurt," said Chief Boatswain's Mate Christopher Tunal, first division leading chief petty officer. "We did a very good job of getting people underway on various ships throughout the fleet, so every new Sailor on board had at least two or three underways under their belt. By doing that, we were able to bring America the experience we needed to get her underway."

 

 Many of the crew members said they were excited to be finished with the availability and anxious to test the ship's capabilities.

 

 "I'm excited because ships are meant to be at sea and Sailors are meant to be on ships," said Ensign Timothy Rose, conning officer during the first sea and anchor detail. "Really, getting underway allows us to fully do our jobs and show what we are made of."

 

 For a good many of the newest crew members who checked aboard during PSA, this underway represents the first time they were doing their jobs underway.

 

 "This is my first underway in my new rate and I'm excited to learn more about my job," said Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) 3rd Class Shawn Magill. "Now that we're underway, and our equipment is up and running, I get to see new aspects of my job."

 

 The completion of America's PSA period marks a key milestone in the ship's history. With this major work complete on schedule, America is now ready to continue her mission as an aviation-centric amphibious assault ship; a true force multiplier to the Expeditionary Strike Group, the Navy and the United States.

 

 America's Commanding Officer, Capt. Wayne Baze, said, "I could not be prouder of this fine ship and the wonderful Sailors and Marines who continue to give her life. It is good to be at sea again where America belongs."

 

Stennis Strike Group to Participate in Foal Eagle

Airman Stephen Pate, from Georgetown, Ky., directs the landing of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14 aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Providing a ready force supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific, John C. Stennis is operating as part of the Great Green Fleet on a regularly scheduled 7th Fleet deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Rodriguez Santiago / Released)

By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Frost, USS John C. Stennis Public Affairs

WATERS SURROUNDING THE KOREAN PENINSULA (NNS) -- The John C. Stennis Strike Group left the Republic of Korea to participate in exercise Foal Eagle with the Republic of Korea armed forces, March 18.

 

 Foal Eagle is an annual exercise based on realistic training scenarios intended to improve U.S. and ROK forces' interoperability.

 

 The Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines will participate in the exercise, with the naval portion of Foal Eagle taking place in international waters around South Korea, featuring a full spectrum of maritime operations.

 

 The training incorporates scenarios such as gunnery exercises, communication drills, dynamic ship maneuvers, logistical rehearsals, salvage training and liaison officer exchanges with the ROK navy. JCSSG is slated to participate in Maritime Counter Special Operations Forces simulating joint defense operations.

 

 Sailors and locals had the opportunity to interact during JCSSG's port visit in Republic of Korea. Nearly 1,500 South Koreans toured USS John C. Stennis' (CVN 74) flight deck and hangar bay. Sailors participated in multiple community service events at schools, senior centers and a foundation for disabled children and adults; and participated in cultural tours of historical sites such as the Dragon Temple, Beomosa Temple and the Demilitarized Zone.

 

 "It was interesting to see worshippers practicing their traditions," said Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Ian Garconnette, from Miami, who toured the Dragon Temple. "It was a fascinating clash of ancient and modern."

 

 The strike group is comprised of John C. Stennis with Carrier Air Wing 9 and Destroyer Squadron 21 embarked, Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93), USS Stockdale (DDG 106), USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) and Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53).

 

 CVW-9 consists of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 71, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 14, Airborne Early Warning Squadron 112, Electronic Attack Squadron 133 and Strike Fighter Squadrons 151, 97, 41, 14.

 

 Providing a ready force supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific, JCSSG is operating as part of the Great Green Fleet on a regularly scheduled 7th Fleet deployment.

 

Patrol Squadron Four Begins 'Aloha' Deployment

Sailors assigned to the Skinny Dragons of Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 perform a man-on-the-stand coordinated check on a P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft. Coordinated checks are done on a routine basis to ensure proper functioning of the aircraft and continued mission readiness and performance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amber Porter/Released)

Story by LT j.g. Matthew Johnston, VP-4 Public Affairs Officer

MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII (NNS) -- P-3C Orion planes from Patrol Squadron (VP) Four, departed Kaneohe from Marine Corps Base Hawaii for the last time, March 18. The Skinny Dragons of VP-4 began a challenging tri-site deployment to three different areas of responsibility (AORs).

 

 The theme, 'Aloha Deployment,' was adopted by VP-4 and its meaning is two-fold. VP-4 says Aloha and Mahalo to their Hawaii home and will be saying Aloha to the P-3C in favor of the P-8A Poseidon.

 

 Since 1964, VP-4 has a long and decorated history as a permanent fixture in Hawaii, so leaving is certainly bittersweet.

 

 Upon return from deployment, VP-4 will execute a permanent duty station change to Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island, Washington, and transition to the P-8A. The Skinny Dragons began flying the Orion 50 years ago, and the transition to the Poseidon is the next step in ensuring they remain the Navy's premier maritime squadron.

 

 "This deployment is an exciting time for our squadron and our families," said VP-4 Commanding Officer Cdr. Jon Spore. "Between the move to Whidbey Island and the upcoming transition to the P-8A Poseidon, we have a lot to look forward to, but remain focused on our immediate goal of completing our last P-3C Orion deployment. That being said, our time in Hawaii was very special and we look forward to making new memories in a new location and with a new aircraft."

 

 Patrol Squadron Four is the first of three Hawaii-based squadrons to make the move to Whidbey Island and transition to the P-8A, and they will continue their standard of excellence in the new aircraft. The Skinny Dragons are motivated to face that challenge, however, their focus is currently on the deployment and executing the mission.

 

 "VP-4 has enjoyed great success for many years in Hawaii. Our Sailors from today and years gone by have fantastic memories of serving in the Aloha State," remarked VP-4 Executive Officer Cdr. Christopher Smith. "While it's bittersweet to leave, we look forward to starting our next chapter in our new home after this deployment. We fondly say Mahalo to this wonderful community for all the great memories."

 

 After flying the P-3 for 50 years, the Skinny Dragons are committed to ensuring this last Orion 'Aloha Deployment' is a resounding success that sees them all return home safely.

 

US, Turkish KC-135 units fly together for first time

By Senior Airman David Bernal Del Agua, 22nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. (AFNS) -- To better understand how each nation completes the vital air refueling mission, the U.S. Air Force and Turkish air force flew KC-135 Stratotankers together in formation for the first time March 8 over the Nevada Test and Training Range, northeast of Nellis Air Force Base.

U.S. Air Force Capt. David Puchalla, a 350th Air Refueling Squadron instructor pilot, flew with a Turkish KC-135 crew. Turkish air force Maj. Orcun Kus, the 101st Air Refueling Squadron commander, flew with an American crew during the second week of Red Flag 16-2.

"The Turkish air force KC-135 aircrew, maintenance and accompanying support personnel are the utmost professionals and are highly capable," Puchalla said. "They have been an asset to Red Flag 16-2's Tanker Task Force, and I have no doubts about their ability to fuel the fight of the future. I have witnessed nothing but the best during my flights aboard their Stratotanker."

The exchange during the exercise allowed both countries' tanker units to see their differences and similarities in how their tanker crews perform their missions of sustaining the fight and extending the global reach of their nations.

"I am very thankful we had the opportunity to make history with this flight between our aircraft and our nations," Kus said. "This Red Flag flight will be remembered as an example of the cooperation between allies."

The primary mission of Red Flag is to provide advanced, realistic and relevant training for aircrews and support personnel to think in a contested, degraded and operationally limited environment. Having coalition forces fly together during an exercise prepares them for future real-world missions.

"The ability to interoperate air refueling operations with our Turkish allies showcases a distinct capability while demonstrating new methods of tanker employment," said U.S. Capt. Alex Durstein, a 344th ARS pilot. "The lessons learned at Red Flag will help advance integration with our NATO partners and provide future coalition combatant commanders with increased operational flexibility."        

IKE Carrier Strike Group Underway for COMPTUEX

Guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94), front, steams in formation with USS Stout (DDG 56), USS Mason (DDG 87), USS Monterey (CG 61) and USS Roosevelt (DDG 80). While at sea, the ships supported a live-fire event conducted as part of the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX), the final certification event prior to deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)

 

From USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69 Public Affairs

 

NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- The ships and air wing of the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (CSG) commenced a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) March 16, in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

 

 Ike CSG is comprised of aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike), Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3, guided-missile cruisers USS San Jacinto (CG 56) and USS Monterey (CG 61), and Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 26 with its associated ships: USS Stout (DDG 55), USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), USS Mason (DDG 87) and USS Nitze (DDG 94).

 

 COMPTUEX will test the carrier strike group's ability to perform and effectively respond as an integrated team during simulated scenarios the group may encounter while deployed or during high-end warfare.

 

 The exercise consists of a variety of training evolutions including anti-air warfare, anti-surface warfare, anti-submarine warfare, strike warfare, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief, irregular warfare, counterpiracy, counterproliferation and maritime interdiction scenarios.

 

 Capt. Jeffrey Anderson, CVW-3 commander, said the underway period, the air wing's first extended underway aboard the strike group flagship since completing the Tailored Ship's Training Assessment and Final Evaluation Problem (TSTA/FEP) in November 2015, is just the latest step in what has proven to be a seamless integration with the Ike-Battle Axe team.

 

 "Integration of the air wing aboard Ike and across the strike group has been seamless," Anderson said. "Everything has developed as well as, or better than, we anticipated."

 Rear Adm. Jesse Wilson, Ike CSG commander, said the strike group's participation in COMPTUEX will integrate individual units into a cohesive team and establish critical lines of communication.

 

 "COMPTUEX provides us with one last litmus test to ensure the team is aligned and effectively operating together before we deploy," Wilson said. "This training, in potential real-world scenarios, will test the team in order to solidify our readiness and aid in our success during combat operations," said Wilson.

 

 The IKE CSG pre-deployment qualifications will culminate with the completion of COMPTUEX, the final major training evolution of the integrated phase of training. IKE CSG is scheduled to deploy this summer.

 

The guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) fires its MK 45 5-inch lightweight gun during a weapons training exercise. San Jacinto is currently underway preparing for a future deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)

 

PHIBRON/MEU Integration Training Underway

 

U.S. Marines assigned to Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment (BLT 1/6), 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU)and Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) simulate launching a heavy package aviation raid with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 264 (Reinforced). The 22nd MEU and Amphibious Squadron Six (PHIBRON-6) are underway for PHIBRON/MEU Integration Training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ryan G. Coleman/Released)

Mode-S/ADS Milcom Intercepts 16-18 Mar 2016 - Brasstown NC

Here is the latest round of Mode-S/ADS-B intercepts and selected ATC call signs logged from here on the radio ranch in WNC. All dates/times are UTC and list is sorted in Mode-S address order.

 

USAF T-38C -- Have had a lot of T-38 traffic in the area the last three days. (USAF Photo)

0D00D0 XC-PFT    ---  2016-03-17 00:10:17 Gulfstream II Mexico Mexican Federal Police    
29CBB8 various   ---  2016-03-17 16:15:10 various various Various  2761  23000   
29CBB8 various   ---  2016-03-17 23:20:09 various various Various  2761  23000   
3B77DD 201       FAF9055 2016-03-18 20:17:04 E-3F France EDACA00.036  3335  36050   
83AEFC 84-24378  PAT724 2016-03-17 17:45:55 C-12U United States USARC | C/2-228 AVN (TA) [KFBG]    
A85F6E N639CS    0000 2016-03-16 18:21:26 737-4Y0 United States US DOJ  ---  32000   
A9A74E N721AL    ---  2016-03-18 15:29:55 DHC8-402 United States US DOJ | FBI HQ [KHEF]    
AD5AF4 07-0793   ---  2016-03-18 01:31:59 PC-12/47 United States USAF | 27SOW | 318SOS [KCVS]  2511  25900   
ADD445 N990ST    NRG90 2016-03-16 21:52:06 737-4Y0 United States National Nuclear Safety Administration  ---  33000   
ADFC96 92-0341   ---  2016-03-17 15:55:44 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 12FTW | 99FTS [KRND]    
ADFCAC 92-0363   ---  2016-03-18 20:25:50 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFCE5 94-0134   ---  2016-03-17 15:11:43 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF    
ADFCEA 94-0139   ---  2016-03-17 19:00:12 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFCF2 94-0147   ---  2016-03-18 16:24:10 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFCFE 95-0050   ---  2016-03-17 19:25:34 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFDD4 95-6710   RCH685 2016-03-17 17:31:55 C-130H United States WV ANG | 130AW | 130AS [KCRW]  3111  18500   
ADFE69 91-1238   DERBY 71 2016-03-17 15:13:44 C-130H United States KY ANG | 123AW | 165AS [KSDF]  1067  22000   
ADFE8D 95-0088/95-0096   ---  2016-03-17 19:18:30 C-12R+ United States USARMY    
ADFEB5 74-0787   CHEWY25 2016-03-18 01:16:15 E-4B United States USAF | 55WG | 1ACCS [KOFF]    
ADFEDE 86-0088   ---  2016-03-18 15:03:48 C-12F United States FL ARNG | OSACOM DET-8 [KSGJ]    
ADFF7A 66-4362   ---  2016-03-18 13:07:38 T-38C United States 50thFTS    
ADFF81 68-8101   ---  2016-03-17 16:16:52 T-38C United States 50thFTS    
ADFF81 68-8101   ---  2016-03-18 13:00:10 T-38C United States 50thFTS    
ADFF96 68-8198   ---  2016-03-17 16:33:18 T-38C United States 50thFTS    
ADFF99 68-8202   ---  2016-03-16 19:15:53 T-38C United States 50thFTS    
AE00DC ------    ---  2016-03-16 16:15:17 T-38C United States   --- 
AE01AA 84-0071   REACH02 2016-03-18 19:04:47 C-21A United States MI ANG | 110FW | 172AS [KBTL]    
AE0234 87-0122   MOVER42 2016-03-17 16:30:37 KC-10A United States USAF | 305AMW [KWRI]  ---  27000   
AE0265 57-1436   ---  2016-03-18 15:23:47 KC-135R United States TN ANG | 134ARW | 151ARS [KTYS]    
AE0265 57-1436   SODA81 2016-03-18 14:19:46 KC-135R United States TN ANG | 134ARW | 151ARS [KTYS]    
AE0356 83-00501  ---  2016-03-17 12:41:47 C-20A United States US Army    
AE0384 59-1458   EDDIE31 2016-03-17 21:01:48 KC-135R United States OH ANG | 121ARW [KLCK]    
AE03CE 164105    ---  2016-03-17 23:15:54 KC-130T United States USMCR | VMGR-452 [KSWF]    
AE03F2 78-23128  ---  2016-03-16 14:20:41 C-12U United States OSACOM/PAT    
AE0405 97-1944   R1944 2016-03-18 20:34:39 C-37A United States US Army | OSACOM PATD [KADW]  ---  38000   
AE042C 64-14828  UTAH62 2016-03-17 18:31:40 KC-135R United States UT ANG | 151ARW | 191ARS [KSLC]  6010  33000   
AE04A0 99-1933   BATON20 2016-03-18 17:19:53 EC-130J United States PA ANG | 193SOW | 193SOS [KMDT]  2643  24000   
AE04A8 165810    OTIS91 2016-03-18 18:31:23 KC-130J United States USMC | VMGR-252 [KNKT]    
AE04AD 99-0104   ---  2016-03-17 16:54:30 UC-35a1 United States USARC | A/2-228 AVN (TA) [KWRI ]    
AE04AD 99-0104   ---  2016-03-18 17:19:45 UC-35a1 United States USARC | A/2-228 AVN (TA) [KWRI ]    
AE04CF 62-3537   REGAL33 2016-03-16 23:42:06 KC-135R United States AFRC | 507ARW | 465ARS [KTIK]  5613  26500   
AE0569 86-0012/87-0039   ---  2016-03-17 17:49:27 C-5B United States AFRC | 439AW | 337AS [KCEF]    
AE0578 87-0027   ---  2016-03-18 16:07:05 C-5M United States AFRC | 433AW | 68AS [KSKF]  3141  29500   
AE058F 58-0045   E80045 2016-03-18 14:19:47 KC-135T United States PA ANG | 171ARW [KPIT]  7055  38000   
AE05A6 62-3533   RATS71 2016-03-18 20:13:03 KC-135R United States AFRC | 452AMW | 336ARS [KRIV]    
AE07A6 59-1474   MOTOWN3 2016-03-16 17:19:32 KC-135R United States MI ANG | 127WG | 171ARS [KMTC]    
AE07A6 59-1474   MOTOWN3 2016-03-18 16:56:39 KC-135R United States MI ANG | 127WG | 171ARS [KMTC]    
AE07AF 61-0275   UTAH63 2016-03-17 18:36:12 KC-135R United States UT ANG | 151ARW | 191ARS [KSLC]  1754  33000   
AE07B7 62-3528   LUCKY41 2016-03-17 15:55:54 KC-135R United States AFRC | 916ARW | 77ARS [KGSB]  1374  32000   
AE07DB 93-0601   ELVIS52 2016-03-17 23:36:23 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]  1021  26000   
AE07DB 93-0601   ELVIS52 2016-03-18 00:48:05 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]  1021  26000   
AE07E3 94-0069   ---  2016-03-17 18:01:19 C-17A United States WV ANG | 167AW | 167AS [KMRB]    
AE07FA 97-0048   RHINO90 2016-03-18 17:27:25 C-17A United States AFRC | 445AW | 89AS [KFFO]    
AE093B 00-1052   ---  2016-03-16 22:27:59 UC-35B United States US Army | OSACOM PATD [KADW]  2437  40000   
AE093F 165939   ---  2016-03-18 20:25:09 UC-35D United States USMC | VMR DET MIRAMAR [KNKX]    
AE0977 165834    CNV4966 2016-03-18 13:11:31 C-40A United States USNR | VR-58 [KNIP]    
AE117D 02-1111   RCH630 2016-03-17 20:01:36 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE117E 02-1112   RCH787 2016-03-18 16:43:41 C-17A United States MS ANG | 172AW | 183AS [KJAN]    
AE1191 03-0016   ---  2016-03-17 12:52:49 UC-35B United States USARC | B/2-228 AVN (TA) [KMGE]    
AE11D6 75-0556   SNTRY06H 2016-03-17 17:25:58 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]    
AE11D9 75-0559   SNTRY61 2016-03-17 18:10:20 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]  2535  30000   
AE11D9 75-0559   SNTRY61 2016-03-17 21:16:53 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]  2535  30000   
AE1211 03-0726   ---  2016-03-18 12:22:25 UC-35C United States USARC | 2-228 AVN    
AE1292 90-0162   TALON12 2016-03-18 01:26:16 MC-130H United States USAF | 1SOW | 15SOS [KHRT]  7167  14100   
AE12BB 69-5828   FLIP33 2016-03-18 14:20:50 MC-130P United States USAF | 1SOW | 9SOS [KHRT]  7155  19900   
AE1443 05-8157   HOBBY01 2016-03-18 15:51:59 C-130J-30 United States AFRC | 403AW | 815AS [KBIX]    
AE146A 07-7172   RCH389 2016-03-17 22:22:42 C-17A United States USAF | 60AMW [KSUU]    
AE146E 07-7176   ---  2016-03-18 16:09:53 C-17A United States USAF | 436AW | 3AS [KDOV]    
AE146E 07-7176   ROYAL22 2016-03-18 15:47:44 C-17A United States USAF | 436AW | 3AS [KDOV]    
AE1488 86-0416   ---  2016-03-17 18:10:27 TE-8a United States 330thCTS    
AE1733 06-3833   ---  2016-03-18 21:17:39 T-6A United States USAF | 71FTW | 8 FTS    
AE17EF 05-0730   AVLON35 2016-03-17 14:23:42 C-40C United States AFRC | 932AW | 73AS [KBLV]    
AE1BEF 07-4636   GLEAN32 2016-03-19 05:39:17 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]  2475  24000   
AE1F3F 08-72048   ---  2016-03-16 15:01:14 UH-72A United States US Army |    
AE2F9B 168069    OTIS15 2016-03-18 17:40:21 KC-130J United States USMC | VMGR-252 [KNKT]    
AE2F9C 168070    ---  2016-03-18 18:32:03 KC-130J United States USMC | VMGR-252 [KNKT]    
AE2FAD 08-8201   RCH390 2016-03-18 02:22:32 C-17A United States USAF | 62AW [KTCM]    
AE498B 08-0037   ---  2016-03-16 17:21:08 CV-22B United States USAF| 27SOW | 20SOS [KCVS]    
AE4AEA 09-0017   VENUS97 2016-03-16 18:37:49 C-32A United States USAF | 89AW | 1AS [KADW]    
AE4BE1 09-5708   KING85 2016-03-16 19:51:11 HC-130J United States USAF | 563RQG | 79RQS [KDMA]  0773  21000   
AE4E10 11-5736   REACH84 2016-03-16 16:11:04 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]    
AE4E16 11-5719   KING85 2016-03-17 17:19:18 HC-130J United States USAF | 563RQG | 79RQS [KDMA]    
AE4E18 11-5727   KING21 2016-03-16 23:44:45 HC-130J United States USAF | 23 Wing | 71RQS [KVAD]    
AE4EBA 168436    MADFOX1 2016-03-16 16:47:49 P-8A United States USN | VP-5 [KNIP]  ---  32000   
AE4EC9 168764    LANCR44 2016-03-18 19:11:26 P-8A United States USN |  ---  14500   
AE54C7 12-5756   GLEAN31 2016-03-16 02:19:32 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]    
AE54C7 12-5756   GLEAN31 2016-03-19 04:57:22 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]    
AE54C8 10-5771   RCH757 2016-03-17 14:46:01 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]  1613  26975   
AE54DA 166200    ---  2016-03-18 17:57:53 T-6B United States   ---  
AE5623 13-0283   ---  2016-03-16 13:21:30 MC-12S United States U S ARMY    
AE57B5 168849    VVLL806 2016-03-16 13:55:56 P-8A United States USN |  ---  16825   
AE57B9 168853    VVLL844 2016-03-18 13:21:24 P-8A United States USN |  ---  13075   
AE57BD 168857    VVLL831 2016-03-17 14:22:17 P-8A United States USN |  ---  13125   
AE595B 13-5784   RCH758 2016-03-17 13:07:33 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]  5616  27000   
AE5964 14-5789   LAC5789 2016-03-16 14:56:23 MC-130J United States USAF |    
AE596D 13-5782   KING21 2016-03-18 00:01:40 HC-130J United States USAF | 23 Wing | 71RQS [KVAD]  ---  20975   
AE5B67 169225    LAC5792 2016-03-16 18:56:19 KC-130J United States USMC | VMGR-234 [KNFW]  7246  25450   
AE5B67 169225    LAC5792 2016-03-18 16:26:08 KC-130J United States USMC | VMGR-234 [KNFW]  5207  20450   

 

Mishap Aboard Ike Injures Sailors

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 9, 2015) An E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Screwtops of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123 performs an arrested recovery on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing 3 are underway preparing for their upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Taylor L. Jackson/Released)

From Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic Public Affairs

NORFOLK (NNS) -- Eight Sailors aboard the Norfolk-based aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) were injured this afternoon when an arresting gear parted during a routine landing by an E-2C Hawkeye aircraft.

 

 There were no fatalities and the Sailors are listed in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries.

 

 The injured Sailors were working on the flight deck at the time of the mishap. Six have been transported to Norfolk Sentara General Hospital for treatment. Two remain aboard IKE.

 

 The names of the injured personnel will not be released. Their families are being (have been) notified.

 

 The aircraft regained flight and returned safely to its base at Norfolk Naval Station Chambers Field. Initial reports are the aircraft was not damaged and no aircrew members were injured.

 

 The ship is off the Virginia coast conducting carrier qualifications for Composite Training Unit and Joint Task Force Exercises (COMPTUEX/JTFEX) in preparation for their upcoming deployment.

 

 An investigation is underway to determine the cause.

 

TRAWING 1 Conducting CARQUALS aboard USS George Washington

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Raheem Malloy, from Greensboro, N.C., clears the catapult to launch a T-45C Goshawk assigned to Training Air Wing (TRAWING) 1 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington, homeported in Norfolk, is underway conducting carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bryan Mai/Released)

Mode-S/ADS Milcom Intercepts 14-15 Mar 2016 - Brasstown NC

US Department of Energy N990ST photo courtesy of Flightaware and Jay Wischkaemper (the photographer)

Here is the latest round of Mode-S/ADS-B intercepts and selected ATC call signs logged from here on the radio ranch in WNC. All dates/times are UTC and list is sorted in Mode-S address order.
00000A Various       ---  2016-03-14 19:55:47 Various Various ---  7034  41000   
A04ECF N119NA    ---  2016-03-14 15:07:28 757-223 United States US DOJ  0761  32000   
ADD445 N990ST    NRG90 2016-03-15 13:22:49 737-4Y0 United States National Nuclear Safety Administration  ---  34000   
ADFCAC 92-0363   ---  2016-03-15 19:51:12 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFCEA 94-0139   ---  2016-03-15 18:41:48 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFD00 95-0052    ---  2016-03-15 22:03:49 T-1A Jayhawk United States USAF | 14FTW | 48FTS    
ADFE49 94-0317   PAT149 2016-03-15 13:23:38 C-12R United States USARMY  ---  25000   
ADFE49 94-0317   PAT821 2016-03-14 14:23:28 C-12R United States USARMY  ---  26000   
ADFE4D 94-0321   PAT193 2016-03-15 12:50:39 C-12R United States USARC | 6-52 AVN (TA)  ---  25000   
ADFE69 91-1238   DERBY 71 2016-03-14 11:32:30 C-130H United States KY ANG | 123AW | 165AS [KSDF]   
ADFE8D 95-0088/95-0096   ---  2016-03-15 12:06:30 C-12R+ United States USARMY    
ADFE93 95-0094   PAT006 2016-03-15 12:43:56 C-12R+ United States USARMY  ---  25000   
ADFEC1 96-0111   ---  2016-03-15 17:26:54 UC-35a1 ??? United States USARMY    
ADFEDD 86-0087   PATQ087 2016-03-15 20:03:45 C-12U United States PA ARNG | OSACOM DET-22 [KMUI]  0762  22950   
AE015F 58-0119   SODA31 2016-03-14 18:34:00 KC-135R United States TN ANG | 134ARW | 151ARS [KTYS]    
AE0175 84-0120   PACER01 2016-03-15 17:19:06 C-21A United States ND ANG | 119WG | 117AS [KFAR]  2451  35975   
AE0355 74-1687   YANKE46 2016-03-15 18:29:19 C-130H United States USAF | 374AW | 36AS [RJTY]  2471  21000   
AE036D 98-0007   ---  2016-03-15 19:21:35 UC-35A United States USAF    
AE0384 59-1458   EDDIE31 2016-03-14 19:13:58 KC-135R United States OH ANG | 121ARW [KLCK]  6715  36000   
AE03DA 165315    ---  2016-03-14 15:33:30 KC-130T United States USMCR | VMGR-452 [KSWF]    
AE0420 58-0072   STEEL62 2016-03-15 13:59:59 KC-135T United States PA ANG | 171ARW [KPIT]  1662  35000   
AE0474 57-2599   BACKY99 2016-03-15 23:28:20 KC-135R United States AFRC | 916ARW | 77ARS [KGSB]  3040  41000   
AE047B 58-0117   STEEL81 2016-03-15 17:21:14 KC-135T United States PA ANG | 171ARW [KPIT]  7370  35000   
AE04A0 99-1933   BATON91 2016-03-15 22:09:33 EC-130J United States PA ANG | 193SOW | 193SOS [KMDT]    
AE04AD 99-0104   ---  2016-03-14 19:45:49 UC-35a1 United States USARC | A/2-228 AVN (TA) [KWRI ]  6231  34000   
AE04CF 62-3537   REGAL22 2016-03-15 15:36:30 KC-135R United States AFRC | 507ARW | 465ARS [KTIK]  2536  41000   
AE04DE 57-2597   SODA81 2016-03-15 18:02:33 KC-135R United States TN ANG | 134ARW | 151ARS [KTYS]    
AE0567 85-0010   CHILI99 2016-03-15 22:46:24 C-5M United States USAF | 60AMW [KSUU]    
AE06D9 163561    ---  2016-03-15 18:00:55 UC-12F United States USMC | VMR DET MIRAMAR [KNKX]  5632  23000   
AE06E4 163836    ???  ---  2016-03-15 14:54:30 UC-12F United States USNAVY  6763  25000   
AE08F8 84-24375  PAT192 2016-03-14 16:39:32 C-12U United States USARC | C/2-228 AVN (TA) [KFBG]    
AE08FD 84-24380  PAT402 2016-03-15 20:49:05 C-12U United States USARC | A/2-228 AVN (TA) [KWRI ]    
AE0976 165833    CNV4964 2016-03-15 15:34:46 C-40A United States USNR | VR-59 [KNFW]  6245  40000   
AE1191 03-0016   ---  2016-03-14 15:31:17 UC-35B United States USARC | B/2-228 AVN (TA) [KMGE]    
AE1191 03-0016   ---  2016-03-15 15:50:51 UC-35B United States USARC | B/2-228 AVN (TA) [KMGE]    
AE119C 03-3119   RCH745 2016-03-15 17:21:39 C-17A United States MS ANG | 172AW | 183AS [KJAN]  7061  36000   
AE11D5 73-1675   ---  2016-03-14 21:09:51 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]    
AE11D6 75-0556   SNTRY60 2016-03-15 17:24:29 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]  0504  29700   
AE11DB 76-1604   SNTRY50H 2016-03-14 18:02:24 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]    
AE11E8 79-0002   SNTRY50H 2016-03-15 14:33:26 E-3C United States USAF | 552ACW [KTIK]    
AE1292 90-0162   ---  2016-03-15 06:07:36 MC-130H United States USAF | 1SOW | 15SOS [KHRT]    
AE12BB 69-5828   FLIP33 2016-03-14 17:19:49 MC-130P United States USAF | 1SOW | 9SOS [KHRT]    
AE143A 166715   ---  2016-03-14 22:38:19 UC-35D United States USMC | VMR-1 [KNKT]    
AE1488 86-0416   PEACH98 2016-03-15 00:12:51 TE-8a United States 330thCTS    
AE1F8A 09-72123   ---  2016-03-15 15:34:50 UH-72A United States US Army |    
AE4E10 11-5736   REACH84 2016-03-14 20:13:48 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]  1545  31000   
AE4E18 11-5727   KING15 2016-03-15 15:32:31 HC-130J United States USAF | 23 Wing | 71RQS [KVAD]    
AE4EC6 168761    00000000 2016-03-15 13:20:07 P-8A United States USN |  ---  35000   
AE54C8 10-5771   RCH760 2016-03-14 14:54:21 C-130J-30 United States USAF | 19AW [KLRF]  5675  29000   
AE5772 10-00256  ---  2016-03-14 12:16:21 C-12V United States   ---  
AE5773 10-00257  ---  2016-03-15 14:44:18 C-12V United States   ---  

NAS Whiting Field Reopens NOLF Summerdale (KNFD)

 

Blog Author Note: Frequency profile presented at the end of this article.

By Jay Cope, Naval Air Station Whiting Field Public Affairs

BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (NNS) -- With a quick snip of the oversized, ceremonial scissors and a fluttering of red, white, and blue ribbon, Naval Air Station Whiting Field's Navy Outlying Landing Field Summerdale was officially reopened for business March 14.

 The outlying field, located in Baldwin County, had been idle for more than 10 years, but a recent military construction project lengthened the runways to enable them to accommodate the installation's fleet of T-6B Texan II aircraft.

 Baldwin County Commissioner Chris Elliott joined NAS Whiting Field Commanding Officer Capt. Todd Bahlau in the ceremony and recalled his time as a youth riding a bike near the airfield and seeing the previous training aircraft performing touch and go operations. The sight spurred his interest in aviation, and engendered a true excitement in the military.

 "It is absolutely the most patriotic thing we have going here in Baldwin County," Bahlau said following the ceremony. "It is an awesome aircraft, and the mission of training NAS Whiting Field performs is incredibly important. We are proud to have you back!"

 NAS Whiting Field has not utilized NOLF Summerdale regularly since 2005, but with the recent P-266 construction on the facility completed, training flights can now recommence. Construction was necessitated by the installation's planned replacement of the venerable T-34 Turbomentor aircraft with the T-6B Texan II. The T-6B required longer runways and NOLF Barin and NOLF Summerdale were selected as the airfields best able to accommodate the extensions during a lengthy scoping process in 2010.

 The construction effort included the purchase of privately owned land, dwellings and structures necessary for the construction of runway extensions, reestablishing clear zones and realigning nearby roadways. Each runway was extended by 1,150 feet, providing total runway lengths of 4,000 feet. Additionally, 500 foot overruns were provided at the end of each runway to comply with Navy and FAA Safety requirements. The construction at NOLF Summerdale represents one half of a $36.5M Military Construction (MILCON) project to revitalize and extend NOLFs Barin and Summerdale.

 "The completion of NOLF Summerdale represents a significant increase in flight safety and scheduling flexibility for Training Air Wing 5 to complete their Primary flight training mission," Cmdr. Eric Seib, NAS Whiting Field's Operations Officer said. "With nearly 70 percent of all primary flight training flown out of NAS Whiting Field, the addition of NOLF Summerdale gives a significant increase in airfield training opportunities. The addition of NOLF Summerdale reduces airspace congestion thus increasing flight safety over the other NOLF's that support primary flight training. The completion of P266 represents a major milestone in potential student Naval aviator throughput at NAS Whiting Field."

 NAS Whiting Field's complex is the busiest Naval aviation facility in the world and serves as the "Backbone of Naval Aviation." Training Air Wing 5, the major tenant command on the base, regularly accomplishes more than 1.1 million flight operations per year and flies more than 150,000 flight hours. This comprises 14 percent of all Navy and Marine Corps flight hours worldwide.

 More than 700 student military aviators completed their primary flight training through Training Air Wing 5 in 2015. This comprises approximately two thirds of all primary Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard aviators. TRAWING-5 also trains all helicopter pilots for the three maritime services. NOLF Summerdale will be one of five outlying fields that NAS Whiting Field and Training Air Wing 5 use to complete their T-6B aviator training mission.

 The others are NOLFs Barin, Evergreen, Brewton, and Choctaw. Bahlau emphasized the need for NOLF Summerdale to augment the other NOLFs.

 "The production of pilots for our national defense is just as important now as it was when Outlying Field Summerdale was first constructed in 1943," NAS Whiting Field Commanding Officer Capt. Todd Bahlau said. "The completion of the runway extensions at Summerdale reestablishes a key asset for our mission and will help ensure years of safe, productive flight training for our student aviators."

 Navy Outlying Landing Field Summerdale has played an integral part in NAS Whiting Field's military pilot training mission, dating back to its original construction date of 1943. During the 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s this airfield supported training flights from both Training Air Wing 5 at NAS Whiting Field and Training Air Wing 6 at NAS Pensacola in support of T-34 touch and goes. The last significant number of operations that occurred at NOLF Summerdale was in 2005, when Training Air Wing 6 at NAS Pensacola began their T-34 to T-6A transition. Since 2005 the airfield has served as a "Low Approach" only airfield due to the runway length restrictions.

 Training Air Wing 5 commenced full-time training flight operations March 14.

 "The residents of Baldwin County and Summerdale are tremendous patriots and supporters of the military -- it is a great place to fly, and we are happy to be back," Bahlau said.

NAS Pensacola Area Frequency Guide courtesy of Teak Publishing

Navy Submarines Arrive in Arctic for ICEX 2016

From Commander, Submarine Forces Public Affairs
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ARCTIC CIRCLE (NNS) -- Two Los Angeles-class submarines arrived at U.S. Navy Ice Camp Sargo, a temporary station on top of a floating ice sheet in the Arctic, March 14, as part of Ice Exercise (ICEX) 2016.

 USS Hartford (SSN 768) from Groton, Connecticut, and USS Hampton (SSN 767) from San Diego will conduct multiple arctic transits, a North Pole surfacing, scientific data collection and other training evolutions during their time in the region.

 "Submarine operations as part of ICEX provide the necessary training to maintain a working knowledge of an extremely challenging region that is very different than any other ocean in the world," said Cmdr. Scott Luers, ice camp officer-in-tactical-command and deputy director of operations for Commander Submarine Forces in Norfolk. "Navigating, communicating and maneuvering are all different in an arctic environment as there are surfaces both above and below a submarine."

 ICEX 2016 is a five-week exercise designed to assess the operational readiness of the submarine force while also continuing to advance scientific research in the arctic region. The Navy's Arctic Submarine Laboratory, based in San Diego, serves as the lead organization for coordinating, planning and executing the exercise involving two submarines, multiple nations and more than 200 participants.

 "Our Arctic Submarine Laboratory, led by Larry Estrada, continues to be the world leader in Arctic undersea operations," said Rear Adm. Jeff Trussler, commander, Undersea Warfighting Development Center.

 Submarines have conducted under-ice operations in the Arctic region for more than 50 years. USS Nautilus (SSN 571) made the first transit in 1958. USS Skate (SSN 578) was the first U.S. submarine to surface through arctic ice at the North Pole in March, 1959. USS Sargo (SSN 583), which the temporary ice camp is named after, was the first submarine to make a winter Bering Strait transit in 1960.

 Since those events, the U.S. Submarine Force has completed more than 26 Arctic exercises. ICEX 2016 is the latest exercise demonstrating the important and unique role the Submarine Force plays in implementing the Department of Defense's Arctic strategy.

 "ICEX 2016 is our continued commitment to the development of undersea warfare capabilities and tactics in all areas of the world," said Trussler. "Our superiority in delivering effects in and from the undersea domain to the operational commanders is dependent on the regular exercise and demonstration of these capabilities."

Kentucky Departs for First Strategic Mission Since 2011

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray, Commander, Submarine Group 9 Public Affairs

BANGOR, Wash (NNS) -- Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) departed Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor March 13, for the boat's first strategic deterrent mission since 2011.

 Kentucky recently completed a 40-month Engineered Refueling Overhaul (ERO) to extend the life of the submarine for another 20 years.

 "By the time the Engineered Overhaul started in 2012, over 25 years after the keel was laid, the boat had been worked hard," said Cmdr. Jeffrey Smith, engineering and readiness officer assigned to Commander, Submarine Group 9 (CSG 9), who served as Kentucky's commanding officer while the boat was in the shipyard. "It was well-maintained by its crews, but the reality is that things break and get old. When I took command in December of 2011, the ship and the crew were tired. They desperately needed the Engineered Refueling Overhaul because it is a rebirth for both the ship and the crew. We looked at the whole process as a recommissioning."

 The keel for Kentucky was laid Dec. 18, 1987. Since the boat's commissioning, Kentucky has completed 91 strategic deterrent patrols. Kentucky is one of eight ballistic-missile submarines stationed at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor.

 "The process of returning a strategic deterrent asset, like Kentucky, back to the patrol rotation requires the hard work and dedication of many people, including not just the crew, but also civilian workforce and Sailors from Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Trident Training Facility, Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific, Intermediate Maintenance Facility and Submarine Squadrons 17 and 19," said Rear Adm. David Kriete, CSG 9. "This deployment demonstrates the teamwork among all these commands and I am extremely proud of them. Returning Kentucky back to patrol is also an important milestone because it reaffirms the credibility of the U.S. ballistic-missile submarine (SSBN) force with both allies and potential adversaries."

 After completing the overhaul, the ship and crews had to successfully complete three major certifications. The first was the command and control exercise, which demonstrated the crew's ability to execute the mission and accomplish all required tasking. The second major certification was the Demonstration and Shakedown Operations (DASO), which determined whether or not the crew could effectively operate and maintain the weapon's systems. During this certification, Kentucky launched two D5 Trident missiles off the coast of San Diego. Finally, there was the nuclear weapons acceptance inspection, which certifies that the crew can safely, securely, and effectively maintain the strategic weapon system.

 "It is a challenging thing to get through the last year of an overhaul," said Cmdr. John Hale, Kentucky's Blue crew commanding officer. "There is a lot of a lot of work involved as the ship gets out of the shipyard and a lot of thought that it is going to get easier after the shipyard period. But my crew realized that the past 11 months did not get any easier. There were always new challenges. Now they are realizing that all of their hard work meant something, and that this is the challenge that they have been fighting for. We can actually turn that page and face the real challenge of the day to day business of being a strategic asset."

 Submarines like Kentucky will eventually be replaced by the Ohio replacement, the next generation of ballistic-missile submarines, which are still in development. Submarines like Kentucky were originally designed to have a 30-year hull life, so major overhauls allow the military to bridge the gap until the new submarines are available.

 "I would say that a lot of blood, sweat and tears have gone into the process of returning the boat to strategic service, and it is something that the crew has worked toward for over a year, ever since the boat left the shipyard," said Kentucky Blue's Chief of the Boat Master Chief Sonar Technician Charles Barton. "No matter how many curve balls the crew has been thrown, they have been able to knock pretty much everything out of the park. I think the crew is very excited to get out there and do their job. It is a very satisfying feeling to have completed this overhaul and return to doing what we were made to do, strategic service."

 The mission of the SSBN force is strategic deterrence, which is the act of deterring a nuclear attack with a safe, secure, and effective nuclear deterrent force. SSBNs serve as an undetectable launch platform for intercontinental ballistic missiles. They are considered the most survivable leg of the strategic deterrent triad; the others legs being long-range manned aircraft and land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles.

 

The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) departs Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor for the boat's first strategic deterrent patrol since 2011. The boat recently completed a 40-month Engineered Refueling Overhaul, which will extend the life of the submarine for another 20 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray/Released)

Teak Air Show Guide Update: F-35 to touch down at air shows around the world

Members of the first ever F-35 Lightning II heritage flight team from Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., participate in the Heritage Flight Conference at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., March 4-6, 2016. The Heritage Flight Program features modern Air Force fighter aircraft flying alongside World War II, Korean and Vietnam-era aircraft in a dynamic display of the nation's airpower history. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Staci Miller)

By Staff Sgt. Staci Miller, 56th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. (AFNS) -- Aviation and F-35A Lightning II fanatics have something special to look forward to this 2016 air show season.

The Lightning II qualified March 6 at the Heritage Flight Conference at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, to take part in the Air Combat Command Air Force Heritage Flight program.

The program features modern Air Force fighter aircraft flying alongside World War II, Korean and Vietnam-era aircraft in a dynamic display of our nation's airpower history.

"Being a part of these heritage flights allows the world to learn more about the F-35 and at the same time see just how far airpower has come over the years," said Brig. Gen. Scott Pleus, the 56th Fighter Wing commander. "The F-35 will be the backbone of the Air Force fighter fleet and represent the future for the U.S., our partners and allies. This will be a great opportunity for everyone to see how amazing the F-35 is."

The F-35 heritage flight team includes one pilot and 10 maintainers, all selected from the 61st Fighter Squadron at Luke AFB.

“My team and I are very excited for this year,” said Maj. William Andreotta, an F-35 heritage flight team pilot. “We’re so honored to be the first ever F-35 heritage flight team. We are really laying the foundation for years to come. We know it’s going to be a great season and we’re ecstatic about talking with different communities and showcasing the F-35.”

The team practiced their entire routine at the conference. The maintainers were able to show off their coordinated take-off and landing procedures while Andreotta practiced and perfected flying in formation with heritage aircraft. In the backseat of one of those heritage aircraft held a very interested passenger.

"I got to jump into the back of a P-51 Mustang and view an F-35 off the wing,” said Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, Air Education and Training Command commander. “Our F-35 team is ready to hit the road for the show season. It was awesome to see it up close and personal. I feel very confident in what the Luke team is doing here, and I'm excited for them to show this aircraft off to the world."

From the opposite perspective, Andreotta experienced flying in formation with heritage aircraft for the first time during the conference.

“It’s surreal to be flying the latest and greatest fighter aircraft in the world and look over to see fighter aircraft from World War II, Vietnam and Korea right next to you that were at one point the greatest fighters of their generation,” Andreotta said. “It’s like passing the torch in the lineage.”

Heritage flights are just as incredible on the ground as they are from the air.

“Viewers are going to get to see a remarkable show,” said Master Sgt. Ed DeLeon, F-35 heritage flight team superintendent. “They will see America’s newest technology and compare the advances first hand. We’re going to showcase the past, present and future of the Air Force.”

The team will travel to 16 air shows around the U.S. and abroad.

"We're very excited about demonstrating this capability to the world," Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III said in January when the service first announced the F-35's participation in the Royal International Air Tattoo this summer at Royal Air Force Fairford, England. "The F-35 represents a new way of thinking about data integration, weapons and tactics. We're thrilled to highlight the program and the amazing Airmen who support this cutting-edge fighter."

The F-35 heritage flight team gets to officially start their historic first season at home.

“Our first show is at Luke,” DeLeon said. “It’s nice to be able to start at home and showcase what we’re all about in front of our friends and families. After that, I’m so excited to get on the road and show the world what we’re all about.”

Luke AFB will present the "75 Years of Airpower" air show to the Arizona community April 2-3.

The F-35 Heritage Flight Team schedule:
- April 2-3: Luke AFB
- April 22-24: Langley AFB, Virginia
- May 7-8: Ft Lauderdale, Florida
- May 28-29: Jones Beach, New York
- June 18-19: Ocean City, Maryland
- June 25-26: Hill AFB, Utah
- July 8-17: RIAT/Farnborough, England
- Aug. 19-21: Chicago, Illinois
- Sept. 3-5: Cleveland, Ohio
- Sept. 14-18: Reno, Nevada
- Oct. 14-16: Baltimore, Maryland
- Nov. 12-13: Nellis, AFB, Nevada

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And do you have your copy of the 2016 Teak Air Show Guide yet? Air show season is now in full swing. You can get your copy of this e-book reference at Amazon.

 

Every year, from March through November, millions of people hit the road to watch the excitement and thrills as military and civilian flight demonstration teams put their high performance aircraft through the paces to entertain the crowds and perform at air shows all over the world. Anyone who has attended one of these events will tell you it is thrilling to watch the close quarter flying of the Blue Angels delta formation or the hair-splitting maneuvers of the Thunderbird opposing solos.

 

While attending the show and enjoying the sights and sounds is an exciting experience that is only half the fun. You can add another whole dimension to that visual experience by monitoring the performing teams’ radio communications.

 

With a radio scanner in hand you will experience a whole new perspective of the show that few of the attendees will ever experience – pilot audio from the aircraft cockpit. While everyone else at the air show is just watching and listening to the public address system narrator, you’ll be able to hear what’s happening inside the cockpit, up in the tower and on the ground with the hundreds of players that keep these screaming, state of-the-art air machines thundering through the skies.

 

But you can’t tell the players without a program, and to indulge in the craft of monitoring the air show experience you need a current and well researched list of frequencies that the various performers may use during their performances.

 

In our new expanded 2016 Teak Air Show Guide e-Book, former Monitoring Times Editor and Milcom columnist Larry Van Horn - N5FPW, delivers the hundreds of frequencies you’ll need to monitor the action if you’re within receiving distance of any air show in 2016.

 

From the Blue Angels and Thunderbirds, military parachute and search and rescue demonstration teams, to a wide variety of other military and civilian demonstration teams from the U.S. and abroad, Larry has updated the list of frequencies each unit has used. Now you can bring the excitement you see at the show to your ears. Listening to the nonstop action at the air show on dozens of radio frequencies is part of the real fun of being there.

 

But wait, there’s more! Larry also tells you which scanners work best at the air shows, what features you’ll need and which models can cover the military as well as civilian frequencies used at these events. There is also a chapter on tips for enjoying a great day at the air show.

 

You will also get frequency lists for other possible frequencies that may be used at the air show including GMRS, Family Radio Service (FRS), DoD Intra-Squad Radio frequencies, and even Civil Air Patrol VHF/UHF frequencies and updated call signs. We also include in this eBook an up-to-date air show Internet resource guide and new frequencies/ listings for overseas military and civilian aeronautical demonstrations teams.

 

Finally you will get the latest air show schedules for the Navy Blue Angels, Air Force Thunderbirds, Canadian Forces Snowbirds, and the Army Golden Knight Parachute Teams. We include with each show location, the Internet link for each show, and the latest aero frequencies for each facility hosting a show, when known. This schedule information only covers the United States and Canada.

 

This is the 17th edition of this popular frequency monitoring guide published by the author. The first fourteen editions appeared annually each March in the pages of the former Monitoring Times magazine and were one of the most popular features carried in the magazine. This edition of the Teak Air Show Guide is now weighs-in at 197 pages and it is the most comprehensive collection of air show information and frequencies ever published for the radio listening hobbyist.

 

The 2016 Teak Air Show Guide is now available for purchase worldwide from Amazon.com at http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVLCGU4. The price for this third e-Book edition is still only US$3.99. Since this book is being released internationally, Amazon customers in the United Kingdom, Germany, France Spain, Italy, Japan, India, Canada, Brazil, Mexico and Australia can order this e-Book from Amazon websites directly servicing these countries. All other countries can use the regular Amazon.com website.

 

When the T-Birds, Blue Angels, and all the other precision flight teams are in the air, Larry has all the frequencies you need to hear them on the air in this new e-Book from Teak Publishing!

 

Here are a couple of the 5-Star Amazon reviews on the 2015 Teak Air Show Guide.

 

Totally thrilled to prep with the latest edition By Edward Sikora

Whether you're new to this hobby (as I was 2 years ago) or experienced you need reliable resources of information and frequencies. When I started, I was sure I could find my answers on the internet. I didn't think a book would be very useful or up to date. Five air shows later, I'm totally sold on this book. I'm delighted and excited to have the latest copy to prep for upcoming shows. It's a highly detailed road map to where the good stuff is. I haven't found any other resource that even comes close. What a masterpiece of organization and reliable information. This book provides so many answers where the rest of the internet gives you too little, too late. This book is totally awesome! - KB2OB Ed NJ

 

Air Show scanner GO TO GUIDE By Kevin Burke

Larry has been THE go to guy when it comes to air show frequencies for years, but you need more than just a bunch of numbers to enter into a scanner. No problem if you have this book, Larry tells you what your scanner has to be capable of, in order to open your ears to all there is to hear at an air show

 

Frequency updates, correction and late additions between editions of this e-Book will be posted on his Milcom Monitoring Post blog at http://mt-milcom.blogspot.com/.

 

For a complete list of all the authors books, go to his Amazon authors page at http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00G1QMO4C.

 

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