NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. (NNS) -- Friends and family of Sailors aboard the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758) welcomed home Asheville's crew October 2nd following a six-month deployment to the Western Pacific.
The deployment supported the Chief of Naval Operations' Maritime Strategy, which includes maritime security, forward presence, sea control, and power projection.
During the deployment, Asheville executed missions vital to national security and participated in U.S. and multinational naval exercises. The ship visited Yokosuka, Japan, Subic Bay, Philippines and Guam while traveling more than 30,000 nautical miles during the course of its deployment.
"I could not be more proud of our accomplishments on WESTPAC. Asheville had an extremely high operational tempo in theater, met all assigned tasking and picked up some unexpected jobs along the way," said Cmdr. Douglas Bradley, Asheville's commanding officer. "Our success has truly been a team effort. Our many hours of training enabled us to do our missions safely, under any conditions."
Asheville was commissioned September 28, 1991. Measuring more than 360 feet long and displacing more than 6,900 tons, Asheville has a crew of nearly 140 Sailors. Asheville is capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface ship warfare, strike, surveillance, and reconnaissance.
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Sunday, December 18, 2011
USS Asheville Returns from Deployment
POINT LOMA, Calif. (NNS) -- USS Asheville (SSN 758) returned to Naval Base Point Loma, Calif., Dec. 16, following a four-month deployment in support of combating transnational organized operations in the U.S. Fourth Fleet area of responsibility.
The deployment supported U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command campaign strategy and the maritime strategy, which includes maritime security, forward presence, sea control, and power projection. Asheville traversed more than 20,000 nautical miles throughout the deployment.
While operating in the SOUTHCOM area of responsibility, which includes the Caribbean, Central and South America, Asheville participated in missions to counter the growing connection among narcotics groups, illicit trafficking networks, and hybrid criminal-terrorist-insurgent organizations. The submarine also conducted two port visits to Panama, furthering relations with U.S. partners in Central America.
"The linkages between drugs, drug money and the rise of transnational criminal organizations directly undermine regional security and threaten the vital economic development on which all regional partners depend," said Rear Adm. Kurt Tidd, commander, U.S. 4th Fleet. "Asheville brings the unique capabilities of a submarine to help counter these non-traditional security threats."
Cmdr. Jerry Miranda, USS Asheville commanding officer, said he is very proud of his crew and its accomplishments.
"It is certainly a privilege to be entrusted to command such a capable warship on another deployment. Asheville performed superbly in many facets of submarine operations," Cmdr. Miranda said. "In addition to the ship's operational successes, 28 Sailors were advanced in rank, and 18 more earned their submarine warfare qualification; an incredible feat for any command.
"I cannot possibly convey the gratitude I feel for the support the crew received from the family and friends of USS Asheville during this long stretch from home. The sacrifices each family member made to allow us to remain deployed and excel are greatly appreciated," Miranda said.
Asheville, the Navy's 30th Los Angeles-class, fast-attack submarine, was commissioned Sept. 28, 1991. Displacing more than 6,900 tons, Asheville is home to nearly 140 Sailors and is based out of Naval Base Point Loma, San Diego.
U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet supports U.S. Southern Command's joint and combined full-spectrum military operations by providing principally sea-based, forward presence to ensure freedom of maneuver in the maritime domain, to foster and sustain cooperative relationships with international partners and to fully exploit the sea as maneuver space in order to enhance regional security and promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the Caribbean, Central and South American regions.
The deployment supported U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command campaign strategy and the maritime strategy, which includes maritime security, forward presence, sea control, and power projection. Asheville traversed more than 20,000 nautical miles throughout the deployment.
While operating in the SOUTHCOM area of responsibility, which includes the Caribbean, Central and South America, Asheville participated in missions to counter the growing connection among narcotics groups, illicit trafficking networks, and hybrid criminal-terrorist-insurgent organizations. The submarine also conducted two port visits to Panama, furthering relations with U.S. partners in Central America.
"The linkages between drugs, drug money and the rise of transnational criminal organizations directly undermine regional security and threaten the vital economic development on which all regional partners depend," said Rear Adm. Kurt Tidd, commander, U.S. 4th Fleet. "Asheville brings the unique capabilities of a submarine to help counter these non-traditional security threats."
Cmdr. Jerry Miranda, USS Asheville commanding officer, said he is very proud of his crew and its accomplishments.
"It is certainly a privilege to be entrusted to command such a capable warship on another deployment. Asheville performed superbly in many facets of submarine operations," Cmdr. Miranda said. "In addition to the ship's operational successes, 28 Sailors were advanced in rank, and 18 more earned their submarine warfare qualification; an incredible feat for any command.
"I cannot possibly convey the gratitude I feel for the support the crew received from the family and friends of USS Asheville during this long stretch from home. The sacrifices each family member made to allow us to remain deployed and excel are greatly appreciated," Miranda said.
Asheville, the Navy's 30th Los Angeles-class, fast-attack submarine, was commissioned Sept. 28, 1991. Displacing more than 6,900 tons, Asheville is home to nearly 140 Sailors and is based out of Naval Base Point Loma, San Diego.
U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet supports U.S. Southern Command's joint and combined full-spectrum military operations by providing principally sea-based, forward presence to ensure freedom of maneuver in the maritime domain, to foster and sustain cooperative relationships with international partners and to fully exploit the sea as maneuver space in order to enhance regional security and promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the Caribbean, Central and South American regions.
Saturday, December 06, 2008
Submarine Crew Returns to San Diego After 7th Fleet Deployment
By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Damien Horvath, Fleet Public Affairs Center, Pacific
POINT LOMA, Calif. (NNS) -- Family members, friends and Sailors welcomed the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758) back to her homeport of San Diego Dec. 3 after a six-month deployment.
Asheville, under the command of Commander Task Force (CTF) 74, was deployed to the 7th Fleet Area of Responsibility which extends from the Arabian Gulf into the Indian Ocean and the Western Pacific.
"This was a highly successful deployment for the crew of Asheville. I could not have asked for better personnel to undertake this mission," said Asheville's Commanding Officer Cmdr. Brodie Berkhout. "We accomplished what we had set out to do and had some fun on the side as well."
Asheville made several port calls, including a multiday visit to Hong Kong where Sailors were offered many liberty opportunities and participated in community relations projects.
"It feels good to put work aside and get off the boat to enjoy some recreational time on shore," said Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Shawn Giutag. "But even more satisfying was reaching out to the local community and doing some service work for them and offering our hand in friendship."
While family members waited for Asheville to moor, they were treated to refreshments and music. In keeping with the holiday spirit, children were offered the opportunity to take photographs sitting on Santa Claus' lap.
"It is so nice to have my son back in time for the holidays," said Sue Handley, mother of Electronics Technician 3rd Class Zachary Poteat, of Palmdale, Calif. "We missed him so much and are very proud of him and every other Sailor of the Asheville. They have done a great service to our nation, and now they can enjoy the holidays with their loved ones."
The 360-foot Asheville was commissioned in September 1991 and is the 47th Los Angeles-class attack submarine built for service. It is also the fourth U.S. Navy vessel to bear the name of the North Carolina city.
POINT LOMA, Calif. (NNS) -- Family members, friends and Sailors welcomed the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758) back to her homeport of San Diego Dec. 3 after a six-month deployment.
Asheville, under the command of Commander Task Force (CTF) 74, was deployed to the 7th Fleet Area of Responsibility which extends from the Arabian Gulf into the Indian Ocean and the Western Pacific.
"This was a highly successful deployment for the crew of Asheville. I could not have asked for better personnel to undertake this mission," said Asheville's Commanding Officer Cmdr. Brodie Berkhout. "We accomplished what we had set out to do and had some fun on the side as well."
Asheville made several port calls, including a multiday visit to Hong Kong where Sailors were offered many liberty opportunities and participated in community relations projects.
"It feels good to put work aside and get off the boat to enjoy some recreational time on shore," said Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Shawn Giutag. "But even more satisfying was reaching out to the local community and doing some service work for them and offering our hand in friendship."
While family members waited for Asheville to moor, they were treated to refreshments and music. In keeping with the holiday spirit, children were offered the opportunity to take photographs sitting on Santa Claus' lap.
"It is so nice to have my son back in time for the holidays," said Sue Handley, mother of Electronics Technician 3rd Class Zachary Poteat, of Palmdale, Calif. "We missed him so much and are very proud of him and every other Sailor of the Asheville. They have done a great service to our nation, and now they can enjoy the holidays with their loved ones."
The 360-foot Asheville was commissioned in September 1991 and is the 47th Los Angeles-class attack submarine built for service. It is also the fourth U.S. Navy vessel to bear the name of the North Carolina city.
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