As of 0700 April 15th our son is a Sailor. Now he is trying to decide a career path, Helicopters (more land based) Or jets and other planes ( carrier) . Does anyone have some input on the pros and cons ?
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| Class overview | |
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| Namesake: | Chaplain George S. Rentz |
| Builders: | Todd Pacific Shipyards Corps. |
| Operator: |  United States Navy |
| Motto: | Dread Naught |
| Ship number: | 46 |
| In commission: | June 30, 1984 |
| Active: | 1 |
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| Laid down: | September |
Is it allowed / appropriate for a civilian (Dad, no military background)
to salute his Sailor / Son? Hooyah! Bravo Zulu!
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It was posted about 30 min ago on RTC Facebook page: To clear up any confusion, the correct graduation day for Memorial Day weekend is Thursday, May 26.
And From RTC WEBSITE:
TG 28 — 7 Divisions (179–184 & 928) Graduate Thursday, May 26, 2011
My
Read more…I am in Navy DEP and I will be going to boot camp soon. I have been trying to get as much information as possible. My contract says AV, which I understand will then be either AE or AT. I was also told with this rating I can volunteer for Aircrew. I k
Read more…First, I will admit I am not familiar with Navy terminology. My daughter is presently in Boot Camp where she advised us she was on the Ship Staff and now has been transferred to Div Staff. Does anyone know what each of these terms mean? She has co
Read more…Hey Guys, I just wanted to give you guys a heads up warning about bad business in San Diego. I don't want anyone else to go threw what I am dealing with. Valet Movers out of San Diego practice the ol bait and switch rope a dope. I have already fi
Read more…thanks to Grandpa273 for sending me this info:
4/7/11
can anyone tell me where the C school is for ET , and how long is this school ?
Read more…Although I won't be attending her Graduation because of family matters I will be there with her in spirit. I've talked with her about not being able to attend and she is okay with that. She is so tough and I'm so proud of her for what she has accom
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| General Characteristics | |
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| Name: | P-3 Orion |
| Manufacturer: | Lockheed Martin |
| Operators: | United States Navy |
| Crew: | 11 |
| Length: | 116 ft 10 in |
| Wingspan: | 99 ft 8 in |
| Height: | 38 ft 8 in |
| Wing Area: | 1300 ft |
Airfoil: Empty Weight: Loaded Weight: Useful Load |
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Location of Recruit Training Command
Naval Station (NAVSTA) Great Lakes and Recruit Training Command (RTC) are located approximately 35 miles north of Chicago, in the far northeastern corner of Illinois. The Wisconsin state line is approximately
Liberty is "time off" from the daily routine. Graduating Sailors will be granted liberty to go off-base during the day with their families.
Liberty is ‘time off’ from the daily work routine. Graduating Sailors will be granted daytime liberty
Read more…Came home from work tonight and my wife inform me that my son's division was allowed to make phone calls home today. Well our son did not call us. My wife got the information about the division allowing the recruits to call home from Navy for Moms.c
Read more…Our daughter called home last night very upset as she has a stress fracture in one of her legs. She only had 3 weeks to graduation and has passed everything to this point. She only has the final PT test and battle stations left. She was crying bec
Read more…I read a comment on RTC FB page that ther eis on;y 1 DIV 922 per year. Please enlighten me as to this the validity and importance of this statment please.
Read more…Is anyone out there a member of the Navy League of the United States?
This looks like a worthwhile organization to join, but I'd like to get some first-hand knowledge and feedback from a member.
Thanks!
Read more…My son Blake left for Great Lakes boot camp on March 10th and I have not been able to get in touch with his recruiter to find out when the PIR graduation is in May. Does anyone have a way to find out when it is so I can start making plans to go? Than
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