June 2, 2026

 TPP: Tech Bridge Tide Talks Are Back

Tech Bridge
(US Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shannon Renfroe/Released)

The March 31 Tide Talks event will celebrate 30 years of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet. The Patuxent Partnership is helping to publicize the event.

The discussion between the NAWCAD’s SOMD Tech Bridge and PMA-265 will take a deep dive into the Super Hornet’s past, present, and future with a conversation between Rick Tarr, and US Nacy CAPT Michael Burks, Program Manager at PMA-265.

CAPT Burks will reflect on three decades of Super Hornet milestones. The event will be interactive and conversational. Attendees will have opportunities to engage with the speakers.

The event will be held at 11:30am at SOMD Tech Bridge at Tech Port at 44185 Airport Road in California, MD.

Hybrid event options will be offered. Attend virtually via WebEx or in person.

PMA-265 (F/A-18 and EA-18G Program Office) ensures “cradle to grave” lifecycle management of the F/A-18 and EA-18G aircraft, supporting the US Navy, Marine Corps, and international allies.

In-person attendance is capped at 45 attendees, so register early to secure a spot.

Register here.

About The Patuxent Partnership

The Patuxent Partnership is a nonprofit member organization that fosters collaboration between government, industry, and academia to advance education through STEM-based initiatives; to advance technology through speaker programs, forums, and networking; to advance science and technology transfer through the exchange of ideas, information, and data related to technologies; and to increase workforce development through an array of initiatives.

SoMD 2030 is focused on building a STEM pipeline, increasing career opportunities. This collaborative effort is funded by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aviation Division. The Patuxent Partnership is accomplishing the work under an agreement with NAWCAD, working with St. Mary’s College of Maryland, College of Southern Maryland, area public school systems, as well as other schools, industry, and NAWCAD. SoMD 2030 connects talented students with paid apprenticeships and internships.

To learn more about The Patuxent Partnership and its programs, visit its Leader member page.

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