Photos from the USS John C Stennis

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Permalink Reply by diane {Shawn's mom} on October 9, 2008 at 3:09pm

Thanks...love them

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Permalink Reply by Barb on October 9, 2008 at 5:50pm

Thanks, this is awesome - I forwarded it to a family friend who is at MEPS right now, with plans to enter the Nuclear program.

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Permalink Reply by MP - PNM of Ashley IT3 on October 9, 2008 at 8:24pm

Thanks, they were GREAT!!

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Permalink Reply by Lynn on October 9, 2008 at 9:17pm

This was great! I watched it the first time and then a second time when my husband watched it. My daughter is due to PIR a week from tomorrow. Thank you.

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Permalink Reply by CCR on October 9, 2008 at 9:29pm

Not really related but saw this on military . com and wanted to share since it has to do with FC's....


Stennis First With New ESSM
October 08, 2008
Navy News|by MC2 Elliott J. Fabrizio

USS JOHN C. STENNIS, At Sea - USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) claimed the first successful hit and kill with the Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM) during a Combat System Ship's Qualification Trials (CSSQT) off the coast of Southern California.

Stennis' Tactical Action Officer Ens. Clay Cunningham said, "This is the first successful ESSM kill from an aircraft carrier."

Combat systems department launched the new missiles, the RIM-162 D-1, during a live-fire exercise by engaging drones inbound to Stennis.

"The evaluation team from Port Hueneme [California] said Stennis' combat systems team performed at the top of the fleet," said Combat Systems Officer Cmdr. Greg Gaskey.

The ESSM has advantages in range, agility and advanced technology over the RIM-7.

A short-range missile, the ESSM is designed to provide self defense for surface ships. The new missile is launched from the existing NATO Sea Sparrow Launcher.


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Permalink Reply by connie on October 9, 2008 at 11:08pm

Thank you so much! My son is on the Stennis --on the Flight Deck..
Did not see him in any of the pics, but it sure was great to see all the pics and videos!

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