DoD, Environmental Interests Partner to Keep Navy Aircraft Flying
Deputy DefSec Kathleen Hicks made a visit to Maryland’s Eastern Shore as part of a DoD land preservation initiative and environmental protection program. The Middle Chesapeake Sentinel Landscape was formed in 2015 to protect the Atlantic Test Ranges used by NAS Patuxent River.
P-8A Decoy Prototype Test Completed
An Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20 P-8A Poseidon successfully completed an airworthiness test of a pod-mounted radio frequency countermeasure prototype at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Atlantic Test Ranges on March 12.
E-2D Steps Into the Spotlight
The E-2D community reached its mission capable goal five months ahead of schedule recently thanks to efforts made by the E-2/C-2 Airborne Command & Control Systems Program Office (PMA-231) and the Airborne Command & Control Logistics Wing at NAS Pax River.
RADM Barnett Keynotes Black History Event
The importance of representation, identity, and diversity, particularly within the US Navy family, were the focus of a national virtual Black History Month event. RADM Stephen Barnett, commander of the Navy Region Northwest, was the keynote speaker.
French Navy to Purchase Three E-2Ds
France became the second international customer of the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye last month with an offer to buy three E-2D aircraft from the US Navy, for a maximum value of $2 billion.
Job Rotations at NAVAIR Go Virtual
Job rotations are just one way NAVAIR provides employees the opportunity to develop their careers and learn new skills. With many employees working remotely, job rotations have gone virtual.
Jammer Maintenance Plans Put to the Test
US Navy sailors recently tested the validity of the Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band capability’s maintenance plans and technical manuals during a recent logistics demonstration at NAS Patuxent River, MD.
Army-Navy Game Moves to West Point for 2020
For the first time since 1943, the Army-Navy football game will not be played in Philadelphia.
Nine NAVAIR Civilians Earn STEM Awards
Nine NAVAIR civilians won 2020 Women of Color Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Awards for their community service, technical contributions, and exceptional achievements in their fields.
CH-53K King Stallion Undergoes Sea Trials
A team of pilots and engineers from Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (HX) 21 based at NAS Patuxent River recently completed a crucial series of sea trials of the CH-53K King Stallion.
