Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Sad to Report Loss of HMS Bounty off North Carolina Coast

Hello, Jerome & Companions...

Thank you for your message.  Please give my best regards to all our friends and companions in London.

Personally, having gone through 10 of these hurricanes, I think this will be another "tempest in a teapot" for NYC.

However, I am sad to report the loss of HMS Bounty off the coast of N. Carolina today.  A USCG helicopter has rescued 14 members of the crew, 2 others are still missing.

It was just this summer that I saw a 3 mast frigate coming out of the fog one morning during a patrol that I was leading on the Hudson.   I saw a beautiful green and black ship coming forward like "The Flying Dutchman" as we passed her, but I could not read the name on her stern.  I order my helmsman to turn the patrol boat and following the frigate, as we approached its stern, I read "HMS Bounty".   We came alongside, waved to the crew and continued our patrol.

Later, we came around upriver again and I could see her sailing under the George Washington Bridge and I thought I would like to chase her and get a few photos, as well as escorting her to her upriver destination, but other tasks called my attention and I regret that I did not follow her to get the shots.

This a very sad day for any sailor, but there is joy in the rescue of the 14 lucky sailors....I pray for the crew and hope we find the remaining crewmen.  I feel privileged to have seen HMS Bounty while under way, "up close and personal," but regret that I did not follow my seaman's instincts to follow her that day.

Best wishes,

Robert M*


  1. News for HMS Bounty

    http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2012/10/29/14775512-14-rescued-2-missing-from-hms-bounty-off-nc-coast?lite
    NBCNews.com (blog)
    1. Tall ship HMS Bounty sinks off NC coast; two still missing

      Washington Post - 3 hours ago
      The Coast Guard is searching for two people who had been aboard the Bounty, which lost power in Hurricane Sandy and sank.
  2. Tall Ship Bounty

    www.tallshipbounty.org/
    HMS Bounty...at one with the sea...global voyager...movie star...dedicated to preserving the fine ... The HMS Bounty is one of the most famous ships in the world.

COMO James Vass Farewell Message

WASHINGTON - With the transition of the national leadership of the
Coast Guard Auxiliary on November 1, 2012, National Commodore James E.
Vass, Jr. will be releived as National Commodore by COMO Thomas C.
Mallison. Coast Guard Auxiliary members and friends are invited to
view Vass' farewell message thanking the Auxiliary membership for
their service  at:

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Special Notice - Hurricane Sandy Recovery Effort. Notice Number: NOTC4378

Effective 1210301200 UTC (0800 local 10/30/12) until further notice.

Aircraft operators are advised to avoid the airspace bound by The New York Class Bravo 1500 feet and below due to extensive disaster relief, recovery and reconstitution efforts, search and rescue, law enforcement and medivac operations being conducted in and around The New York City and Newark Metropolitan areas.


Pilots should exercise extreme caution due to low flying aircraft. Flight crews should remain in contact with the appropriate ATC Facility for the area where their operations are being conducted to the maximum extent possible.


If unable to contact an outlying control tower, contact New York TRACON on 118.175, 120.8, 125.7 OR 263.0 for ATC services.


Pilots should also be particularly alert for possible additional airspace restrictions that may be implemented and check NOTAMs often.


Aircraft operators are reminded to maintain heightened vigilance and situational awareness while operating within the affected areas.


For additional information contact The Air Traffic Operations Incident Response

Monday, October 29, 2012

Hurricane Sandy 0700 29 OCT 2012

ALCON,

SUMMARY OF 200 AM EDT...0600 UTC...INFORMATION HURRICANE SANDY INTERMEDIATE ADVISORY NUMBER 27A
----------------------------------------------
LOCATION...35.2N 70.5W
ABOUT 280 MI...455 KM E OF CAPE HATTERAS NORTH CAROLINA
ABOUT 425 MI...685 KM SSE OF NEW YORK CITY
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...75 MPH...120 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...N OR 10 DEGREES AT 14 MPH...22 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...950 MB...28.05 INCHES

P 2823000R OCT 2012
FM AUX GILLOOLY
TO SECNY OPCEN, AUX D1SR
UNCLAS // FOUO //
MSGID / WX / UPDATE / HUR SANDY / 008 //
WX ALERT / UPD / HUR SANDY / EIC:UNKN / CAT:3 //

1. SANDY MOVING NORTH OFF OF NC, EXPECTED TO BEGIN IMPACTING THIS AREA
IN 7-10 HOURS.

2. SHORELINE NJ EVACUATIONS IN EFFECT. NYC EVACUATIONS IN EFFECT.
MAJOR TRANSPORTATION SHUT DOWN. EMS TASK FORCE ACTIVATED IN SOUTH AND
CENTRAL NJ.

3. SANDY IS A VERY DANGEROUS STORM OF HISTORIC PROPORTIONS. AOR
EXPECTED TO RECEIVE TS OR HUR FORCE WINDS FOR 48 HOURS STARTING
MONDAY. 5"+ RAIN OVER MULTIPLE FULL-MON TIDAL CYCLES AND 12-15 FOOT
STORM SURGE.

4. CPA TO SANDY HOOK AT 0200 30OCT, 61NM SOUTH. WIND FIELD OVER 400NM
WIDE - THIS IS A DIRECT HIT ON OUR AOR

5. SECLIS AND SECNY HURCON II / PORT CONDITION YANKEE. SANDY HOOK EVACUATED. ONLY CRITICAL PERSONNEL REPORTING TO SECNY; ALL OTHERS TELECOMMUTING FOR AT LEAST TODAY.
 
6. SECNY HAS REQUESTED AUX SUPPORT FOR POST-STORM PERIOD; CONTACT DSO-OP GEORGE REILLY (NOT SECNY) FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.

7. RECOMMEND SHORE AND AFLOAT RESOURCES EXECUTE HURRICANE PREP PLANS
IMMEDIATELY INCLUDING EXPECTED LOSS OF POWER FOR SEVERAL DAYS
8. Updated weather tracking information will follow this report for as long as is practicable.
 
9. The next full status update is scheduled for 1200 29 October 2012, unless pressing new information is captured.

v/r
Donna Cole DPSC

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Con Edison Eyeing Hurricane Sandy's Path to New York

The following news release has been issued:

Con Edison Eyeing Hurricane Sandy's Path to New York

Con Edison is closely monitoring Hurricane Sandy and is preparing for possible damage in the company's service area.

Forecasts show that tidal surges associated with this storm on Monday, and especially Tuesday, could be worse than Hurricane Irene's last year.

All company personnel and field crews are preparing for high winds, heavy rains, and flooding conditions that could wallop electric, gas and steam systems when the storm moves into New York City and Westchester County.

Customers can report downed power lines, outages, and check service restoration status by computer or mobile device at www.conEd.com. They also can call 1-800-75-CONED (1-800-752-6633)When reporting an outage, it is helpful if customers have their Con Edison account number available, if possible, and report whether their neighbors also have lost power. Customers who report outages will be called by Con Edison with their estimated restoration times as they become available.

The company is advising its customers to pay close attention to reports from city and municipal officials. Con Edison will continue to provide updates through the media as the storm moves closer.

In addition, important information also will be posted on the company's Web site,www.conEd.com.

For instructions on how to report an outage, click here: http://bcove.me/6sx1yox5

In the event the hurricane hits our area, Con Edison offers the following safety tips:

·      If you see downed electrical wires, do not go near them. Treat all downed wires as if they are live. Never attempt to move or touch them with any object. Be mindful that downed wires can be hidden from view by tree limbs, leaves or water.

·      Report all downed wires to Con Edison and your local police department immediately. If a power line falls on your car while you're in it, stay inside the vehicle and wait for emergency personnel.

·      If your power goes out, turn off all lights and appliances to prevent overloaded circuits when power is restored.

·      Check to make sure your flashlights and any battery-operated radios are working.  Also, make sure you have a supply of extra batteries. Weather updates and news on power outages can be heard on most local radio and television stations.

·      Avoid opening your freezer to see if food is still frozen. Every time you open the door, room-temperature air enters and speeds the thawing process. Most fully loaded freezers will keep food frozen for approximately 36 to 48 hours; half-full freezers will keep food frozen for approximately 24 hours.


The company is in constant communication with the New York City Office of Emergency Management and the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services and company personnel are working closely with city and municipal emergency officials.


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Hurricane Sandy 1200 28 OCT 2012


ALCON,

SANDY EXPECTED TO BRING LIFE-THREATENING STORM SURGE FLOODING TO THE MID-ATLANTIC COAST...INCLUDING LONG ISLAND SOUND AND NEW YORK HARBOR......WINDS EXPECTED TO BE NEAR HURRICANE FORCE AT LANDFALL...

1. Port Condition Yankee set for both COTP zone of Long Island Sound and COTP Zone NY/NJ. Gale force winds from Hurricane Sandy are predicted to make landfall within 24 hours.

2. Necessary preparations should be completed with haste (but safely). Members continue to report preparations and status. One member offered the reminder to consider the resources in the boat crew SAR vest as potential safety and survival items in severe conditions.  

3. Members and units are encouraged to continue reporting status as this storm system progresses.
 
4. Updated weather tracking information will follow this report for as long as is practicable. 

5. The next full status update is scheduled for0800 29 October 2012, unless pressing new information is captured.

v/r
DPSC
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Hurricane/Topical Storm Sandy - 016/12

1. Hurricane/Topical Storm Sandy, the so called "Frankenstorm" will hit the
1SR area sometime Monday, according to current predictions. Significant
rain, storm surge and snow is forecasted for parts of the entire District.

2. First order of business is the safety of our members, their families and
their homes. We implore you to take precautions outlined by your local
Emergency Management officials, FEMA, Ready.gov and the Red Cross. There is
no need to repeat those admonitions and advisories here.

3. Do not report to any Order issuing authority locale (local unit) unless
you are summoned. Extra bodies are not needed, until there is a request.

4. As in previous drills and after other natural disasters (Hurricane
Irene), the USCG First District Commander has already requested an updated
accounting as to location (post storm) and the welfare of all members of the
USCG within his command. We request that you "check in" via the Coast Guard
Auxiliary 3N Emergency Notification System. Please follow the instructions
when you are contacted.

5. Stay safe, stay prepared, stay ready!

6. The purpose of this list is to keep Auxiliarists in the First Southern
abreast of current developments, policies, manuals, etc.
 
7. Internet Release and Distribution is Authorized.

8. COMO sends

Saturday, October 27, 2012

Boating Certificate Requirements: “Suffolk County Blazes Its Own Path on Boating

The US Coast Guard continues to support the States and our other partners in their efforts to increase recreational boater education. And education generally means safer boating. In fact, consistently over the years, Coast Guard's Boating Statistics show huge percentages (80%-90% some years) of all reported fatalities occurred on boats where the operator had not received boating safety instruction. And now, Suffolk County has passed what is arguably the toughest boating safety instruction law in New York State – everyone who boats in the County shall (read: must) have formal, approved boating safety education. The law goes into effect next September – so the perfect time to get started is now. This column is about that.
Like a Driver's License
Can you imagine having a driver's license issued by NYS and, upon entering Connecticut; you find that it isn't valid? A driver's license for every State makes no sense. There has to be some base line that the States, individually and taken as a whole, accept as a minimum standard that is accepted everywhere. Well, this isn't true yet with respect to boats but it is slowly happening. With this legislation just passed in Suffolk County, a boating safety certificate issued by the US Coast Guard Auxiliary, the US Power Squadrons or any entity that meets the standards set by NASBLA (National Association of Boating Law Administrators) must be held by the skipper, period, full stop, if operating a recreational vessel in Suffolk County waters.

What about boaters from NJ or CT?
Well, those states already have a state-wide boating safety certificate program, so they are good to go. Boaters from Nassau County or New York City? Sure, as long as they have a boating safety certificate issued by an authorized entity. No certificate..? Well, better get on it. (See below.)

Suffolk County Waters means What?
If it flows in, through or by Suffolk County, it counts. And the certificate needs to be on the board, and apply to the skipper at the helm, if/as/when the boat is stopped by law enforcement.
Else, Penalties ensue…
First offense? $250. Second offense? $500. After that, you are guilty of a misdemeanor and the fine is $1,000 per offense. Depending upon the incident, you may also find yourself "a guest" of the local constabulary.

Any Exemptions?
Well, yes. Boating Safety instructors certified by New York State are exempt. Boating Safety Instructors of the US Power Squadrons are exempt. All members of the US Coast Guard, US Coast Guard Auxiliary and US Navy are exempt. Police officers, fire and rescue personnel acting pursuant to assigned duties are exempt. Persons licensed by the US Coast Guard, or the Merchant Marine or Canadian Coast Guard, to operate vessels are also exempt. If you qualify in one of the above categories, you are good to go. If you aren't taking, or haven't taken an approved boating safety class, you must act.
 
The Clock is Ticking…
The law goes into effect next September – so the perfect time to get started is now.
Basic Course Requirements

The kind of course that the State is looking for, (from an approved instructor, Bunky, not your uncle) has these basic characteristics:

 Introduction to Boating – Types of power boats; sailboats; outboards; paddle boats; houseboats; different uses of boats; various power boating engines

 Boating Law – Boat registration; boating regulation; hull identification number; required boat safety equipment; operating safely and reporting accidents; Federal boat law; state boating laws; personal watercraft requirements.

 Boat Safety Equipment –Personal flotation devices ("life jackets"); fire extinguishers; sound-producing devices; visual-distress signals; dock lines and rope; first aid kit; anchors and anchor lines; other boating safety equipment.

 Safe Boating – Bow riding; alcohol and drug abuse; entering, loading, and trimming a boat; fueling portable and permanent tanks; steering with a tiller and a wheel; docking, undocking and mooring; knots; filing a float plan; checking equipment, fuel, weather and tides; using charts; choosing and using an anchor.

 Navigation – The U.S. Aids to Navigation system; types of buoys and beacons; USCG navigation rules; avoiding collisions; sound signals; PWC "tunnel vision."

 Boating Problems – Hypothermia; boating accidents and rescues; man overboard recovery; capsizing; running aground; river hazards; strainers: emergency radio calls; engine problems; equipment failures; carbon monoxide (CO); other boating and PWC problems.
 Trailering, Storing and Protecting Your Boat – Types of trailers; trailer brakes, lights, hitches, tires, and bearings; loading, balancing, and towing a trailer; towing (and backing) a trailer; boat launching and retrieving; boat storage.

 Hunting and Fishing, Water-skiing and River Boating – Carrying hunting gear and weapons in a boat; fishing from a boat; water-skiing safety guidelines and hand signals; water-skiing with a PWC; navigating rivers, and other boating tips.

Where to find such classes?
Start here - http://www.d1south.org/pages/boating_safety.php
Put in your zip code – and click "submit"

BTW, if you are interested in being part of the USCG Auxiliary forces, email me at JoinUSCGAux@aol.com or go direct to the D1SR Human Resources department, who are in charge of new members matters, at DSO-HR and we will help you "get in this thing…"
 
Submitted by DCOS Vin Pica, COMO (elect) USCG Auxiliary

Tropical Storm Sandy Pre-Storm 1830 27 OCTOBER 2012

ALCON,

1. Port Condition X-Ray set for Port of New York and New Jersey (http://www.uscgnews.com/go/doc/4007/1591231/Port-Condition-X-RAY-set-for-Port-of- New-York-and-New-Jersey). Port Condition X-Ray Set for COTP zone of Long Island Sound. This is due to the expectation that gale force winds generated by Hurricane Sandy may arrive within 48 hours.

2. COTP NY/NJ Captain Gordon Loebel comments: "With Hurricane Irene still fresh in everyone's mind from last year, Coast Guard Sector New York is actively making all necessary preparations for any potential impact from Hurricane Sandy. With current forecasts projecting the potential for hurricane force winds within this area, all citizens should carefully monitor weather bulletins and heed any precautionary notices from local and state government. Mariners, in particular, should monitor all Coast Guard notices relative to the hurricane.  As the situation develops, the Coast Guard will update its alert status and port conditions."

3. Port facilities are advised to review their heavy weather plans and take all necessary precautions to adequately prepare for the expected conditions. Mariners can anticipate the Coast Guard setting port readiness condition YANKEE when gale force winds from Hurricane Sandy are within 24 hours of landfall.

4. As of 22:00 hours Friday evening D1SR has activated the AUXNET for the coming days anticipating the arrival of Hurricane Sandy.  It is requested that all Auxiliary Stations assist as you are able to in monitoring communications, provide assistance, and relays as necessary
 
5. Updated weather tracking information will follow this report.

6. The next full status update is scheduled for 0800 28 October 2012.

v/r
DPSC

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WX ALERT / UPD / HUR SANDY / EIC:UNKN / CAT:3 //

P 2708000R OCT 2012
FM AUX GILLOOLY
TO SECNY OPCEN, AUX D1SR
UNCLAS // FOUO //
MSGID / WX / UPDATE / HUR SANDY / 006 //
WX ALERT / UPD / HUR SANDY / EIC:UNKN / CAT:3 //
1. SANDY NOW TOP STORM EAST OF FLA. WIND FIELD HAS GROWN LARGER AND
EXPECTED TO STRENGTHEN TO HURRICANE DURING TODAY.
2. UPDATED STORM TRACK IS SHIFTED NORTH WITH LANDFALL NEAR CAPE MAY.
NJ SHORE AREAS EVACUATING. NJ EMERG OPS DRAINING LAKES AND RESERVOIRS
TO REDUCE PRESSURE.
3. SANDY IS A VERY DANGEROUS STORM OF HISTORIC PROPORTIONS. AOR
EXPECTED TO RECEIVE TS OR HUR FORCE WINDS FOR 48 HOURS STARTING
MONDAY. 8"+ RAIN OVER MULTIPLE FULL-MON TIDAL CYCLES AND 6-8 FOOT
STORM SURGE.
4. CPA TO SANDY HOOK AT 2300 29OCT, 65NM SOUTH. WIND FIELD OVER 400NM
WIDE - THIS IS A DIRECT HIT ON OUR AOR
4. SECLIS IN HURCON IV / SECNY EXPECTED HURCON IV TODAY. PORT OF
NY/NJ OPEN, EXPECT PORT CONDITION WHISKEY TODAY.
5. RECOMMEND SHORE AND AFLOAT RESOURCES EXECUTE HURRICANE PREP PLANS
IMMEDIATELY INCLUDING EXPECTED LOSS OF POWER FOR SEVERAL DAYS


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Thursday, October 25, 2012

Lynx North Cove Press Release

The arrival time has been changed from noon to 8 a.m. due to tide!
 
Lynx is an 122-foot square top sail schooner and is an interpretation of the original Lynx built in Maryland in 1812. She will be open to the public all week for tours and public sails.
 
The Lynx affords a unique opportunity for students to interact with their American History lessons and renders hands-on experience.  Students and adults recognize the War of 1812 as a significant element of American heritage and as a turning point in the development of our national identity.
 
 
Her call at the Port of New York is part of the celebration of the Bicentennial Celebration of the War of 1812 and the Star-Spangled Banner. She will be covering all ports along the East Coast of the United States during her five year voyage.
 
The Executive Director of the non-profit Lynx Educational Foundation, Jeffrey Woods, said:  "We are very excited to visit North Cove Marina for the first time, and want to thank wholeheartedly Dennis Conner, Michael Fortenbaugh and the rest of the North Cove team.  It is through their generous support that New York residents will have the chance to walk the decks and step back in time aboard Lynx, "America's Privateer"'.
 
Mr. Woods continues: "We are proud to deliver our port-to-port friendship exchange that promotes awareness of the travels and value to the maritime communities of the Privateer Lynx.  It is a mission of common maritime interest by the exchange or gifting from one port to another of good wishes and promotes the maritime connection that we are linked to.  Under a full press of sail, a gift will be safely transported as if it was 200 years ago.  We look forward to linking the community of New York to our previous port and next port of call."
 
The Lynx is acting in coordination with the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, a national leader in supporting the men and women of the US Armed Forces and their families.
 
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to board and tour a square top sail schooner, America's Privateer, visiting New York for the first time from October 25 through October 31, 2012. www.privateerlynx.org
 
Hope Wright,
USCG Aux, Division Staff Officer, Public Affairs
1SR, Division 12

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Coast Guard Auxiliary has joined forces with Alliance for Safe Navigation

Coast Guard Auxiliary has joined forces with Alliance for Safe NavigationNews Release

Coast Guard Auxiliary has joined forces with Alliance for Safe Navigation

WASHINGTON - The Coast Guard Auxiliary has joined forces with the Alliance for Safe Navigation (Alliance) to inform boaters of the importance of maintaining current navigation information.  Alliance members include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), BoatUS, Jeppesen Marine, the U.S. Power Squadron, OceanGrafix, and the Sea Tow Foundation for Boating Safety and Education.
Surveys have revealed that most boaters are not concerned about the accuracy of their charts and related navigation information. More than three quarters do not pay attention to local notice to mariners issued by the Coast Guard. The Coast Guard Auxiliary will utilize its Alliance partnership to promote boating safety.
For more information concerning the Alliance, see www.allianceforsafenavigation.org.

Date: Oct 3, 2012
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Public Affairs
 

Thursday, October 4, 2012

Military Fly Overs in NYC

In connection with the U.S.S. Michael Murphy Commissioning Ceremony the following aviation activities and cannon salutes will be taking place on Friday, October 5th (Practice Day) and Saturday, October 6th (Commissioning Day). Please note that all aviation activities are weather permitting.

· On Friday, October 5th at 9:45am, the United States Navy Parachute Demonstration Team will execute a practice parachute jump over the Hudson River adjacent to Manhattan's Pier 88 (3 jumpers total) and will employ the use of a UH-60 helicopter to execute the jump.

· On Friday, October 5th at 10:05am, the U.S.S. Michael Murphy (located at Manhattan's Pier 88) will conduct a cannon salute test, consisting of one (1) 40MM round, in preparation for the commissioning ceremony.

· On Saturday, October 6th at 9:45am, the United States Navy Parachute Demonstration Team will execute a ceremonial parachute jump over the Hudson River adjacent to Manhattan's Pier 88 (3 jumpers total) and will employ the use of a UH-60 helicopter to execute the jump.

· On Saturday, October 6th at 10:05am (local time), the U.S.S. Michael Murphy (located at Manhattan's Pier 88) will conduct a ceremonial cannon salute, consisting of nineteen (19) 40MM rounds, as part of the commissioning ceremony.

· On Saturday, October 6th at 11:00am, two (2) FA-18 fighter jets will conduct a flyover of the Hudson River and the U.S.S Michael Murphy at Manhattan's Pier 88. The aircraft will pass over the U.S.S. Michael Murphy at an altitude of approximately 1,000 feet. The aircraft will then return to their point of origin (LaGuardia Airport) via the Hudson River following the activity.



Anne Marie Kelly

FSO-PA, F12-07

U.S. Coast Guard To Acquire Three Additional HC-130J Surveillance Aircraft

Will Bring The USCG Fleet Of The Airplanes To Nine

The U.S. Coast Guard has entered into a contract with Lockheed Martin for three additional HC-130Js. This will increase the U.S. Coast Guard fleet of HC-130Js from six to nine. The contract also includes funding for two mission suites, which are critical in supporting U.S. Coast Guard search and rescue operations. The new aircraft are scheduled to be delivered in early 2015. "The Coast Guard, like many services in the Hercules family, continues to recapitalize with the C-130J," said Jack Crisler, Lockheed Martin vice president for Air Mobility. "The C-130J is without equal in terms of its multi-role, multi-mission flexibility and availability. No aircraft in production — or in development — can match the capabilities of the Super Hercules."

The current fleet of HC-130Js, based at Air Station Elizabeth City, N.C., meets long-range maritime patrol requirements in areas that cannot be patrolled efficiently by medium range surveillance aircraft or cutters. The Long Range Surveillance (LRS) aircraft also provide heavy air transport for maritime safety and security teams, port security units, and National Strike Force personnel and equipment.

The HC-130J's special mission suite is comprised of a two mission system operator station located behind the pilot and co-pilot, a belly-mounted 360-degree long range search radar, nose-mounted forward looking infrared radar and an advanced mission communications suite. The missionized HC-130J is designed to deliver enhanced search, detection and tracking capabilities.

HC-130J - Super Hercules

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Beautful Day for Kayak Fishing, Tragic Outcome

Unfortunately, another kayak fisherman has drowned. According to local
news reports, the 58-year old male was wearing no life jacket, had beer
in the boat, and tried to swim to shore after capsizing. The incident
occurred in Pohick Bay, Virginia, adjoining the Potomac River. Pohick
Bay is generally still water, with a weak underwater current from
Accotink Creek. This is not wild country or wild water; Pohick Bay is in
the middle of the Washington, DC suburbs. The accident occurred in sight
of the person who called 911.

The victim's mistakes suggest he had not attended a safe boating course.
Auxiliary PEs are encouraged to offer the Paddlesports America course in
their local area to help prevent future catastrophes like this one. Find
the course and instructor guide here:
http://wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?unit=E-DEPT&category=paddle-sports.
 
Instructors don't need to be kayakers to teach this course. The material on basic
boating safety should be quite familiar from teaching BS&S or ABC. The
paddlesports-specific elements are easily mastered. Supporting materials
are available on the AuxBWiki site:
http://auxbdeptwiki.cgaux.org/index.php?title=Paddlesports.

Source: Don Goff, BC-BLC
 
Original Post by:  Bruce White DVC-BL on 2 October 2012 and released by:
David G. Porter, DCDR, Div 12 1SR and Alexis Melnick, SO-PB, Div. 12 1SR

Coast Guard Auxiliary has joined forces with Alliance for Safe Navigation

Coast Guard Auxiliary has joined forces with Alliance for Safe Navigation

WASHINGTON - The Coast Guard Auxiliary has joined forces with the Alliance for Safe Navigation (Alliance) to inform boaters of the importance of maintaining current navigation information.  Alliance members include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), BoatUS, Jeppesen Marine, the U.S. Power Squadron, OceanGrafix, and the Sea Tow Foundation for Boating Safety and Education.

Surveys have revealed that most boaters are not concerned about the accuracy of their charts and related navigation information. More than three quarters do not pay attention to local notice to mariners issued by the Coast Guard. The Coast Guard Auxiliary will utilize its Alliance partnership to promote boating safety.

For more information concerning the Alliance, see www.allianceforsafenavigation.org.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Public Affairs

Contact: Thomas Nunes

Coast Guard Auxiliary has joined forces with Alliance for Safe Navigation

WASHINGTON - The Coast Guard Auxiliary has joined forces with the Alliance for Safe Navigation (Alliance) to inform boaters of the importance of maintaining current navigation information.  Alliance members include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), BoatUS, Jeppesen Marine, the U.S. Power Squadron, OceanGrafix, and the Sea Tow Foundation for Boating Safety and Education.

Surveys have revealed that most boaters are not concerned about the accuracy of their charts and related navigation information. More than three quarters do not pay attention to local notice to mariners issued by the Coast Guard. The Coast Guard Auxiliary will utilize its Alliance partnership to promote boating safety.

For more information concerning the Alliance, see www.allianceforsafenavigation.org.

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Tours This Week of New Ship: USS MICHAEL MURPHY in NYC

The Navy has scheduled several days of public tours of a new destroyer that will be commissioned in New York this week in honor of a hero SeAL from Long Island. The USS Michael Murphy is named for the Medal of Honor recipient who was killed in a firefight in Afghanistan in June 2005. Murphy's family will attend the formal commissioning on Oct. 6 in Manhattan.

USS MICHAEL MURPHY (photo attached)

Pier 88 in Manhattan - Open to the public Oct. 2, 3 and 8 from 1 - 5 p.m., lines may be capped at 4 p.m. Closed shoes and a government ID is required to board.

/SA


Monday, October 1, 2012

NOV 11th, 2012 NYC Veteran's Day Parade honoring the US Coast Guard

As per Hope Wright, SO-PA, November 11th the annual Veterans Day Parade will honor the United States Coast Guard and members of the USCG Auxiliary are asked to march that day with their Flotillas. A ceremony is usually held at 9 a.m. at Madison Square Park on 23rd Street honoring recipients of the Medal of Honor and other veterans, and the Parade heads north from there on Fifth Avenue to 59th Street. Those marching in the Parade, and not attending the ceremony, usually muster up on 44th Street in front of the NY Yacht Club at about 10 a.m. UOD is Service Dress Blues, blouse and combination hat. In case of rain, trench coats will be required.
 
 

OCT 4-5th, 2012 - AVIATION CAREER FAIR at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, NY

The goal of this event is to introduce both middle and high school students to the various careers available in the aviation industry.

James G. Plackis of Flotilla 12-07 is scheduled to be one of the Guest Speakers and FAA Safety Counselors.

The focus will be a "hands on" approach to give young people a more vivid picture of different aviation careers presented by professionals working in these fields. The Aviation and Aerospace Career Fair will be hosting exhibitors, aircraft on display, and aircraft simulators. Exhibitors at our past events include the FAA, Navy, 106th Rescue Wing, Northrop Grumman, News 12, JetBlue, and many more.

This event is open to middle and high schools and to the public. While there is no fee for entrance to the event, all attendees must be registered for the event in order to attend. To register click on the Contact Us/Register page. Please note that a valid photo ID will be needed for entrance. If you know of a school, exhibitor, or volunteer that would be interested in attending, please see the corresponding website pages.

OCT 27th - Halloween Event at the AAM American Airpower Museum - Child Safe Even


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1230 New Highway Phone: 631-293-6398
Farmingdale Office of Public Affairs: 212-843-8010
New York, 11735 Email: mailto:info@americanairpowermuseum.com

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American Airpower Museum
1230 New Highway
Farmingdale, New York 11735

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MISC INFO AUXAIR F12-07

RECENT NEW MEMBER RECRUITMENT

Albin Cofone, Flotilla Commander, F 12 7 advises that 3 new members were sworn in at the September meeting and we will be swearing in 5 more at our upcoming Flotilla meeting this month. Outstanding! 


FLOTILLA 12 7 WEBSITE 

Richard Lucente, DIV12 SO-CS & FSO-CS, F 12 7 has been instrumental in utilizing his computer expertise to attract new members with the addition of a New Member form to the Flotilla 12-07 Website. The inclusion of this simple inquiry form & web-based submittal form has increased member interest of highly qualified people from a much larger geographical area then before.   The forms afford a quick response to interested parties - presenting our Flotilla as an organized and professional group and alerts more than one member of a new potential member. In addition, since inception the Division 12 blogger page has received a total of 2739 readers. Most from the US but also from other European countries as well as Russia, China & Japan.

Rich advises that the article that had the most visits is "Boaters Use a Checklist Before Getting Underway". This article describes the value and potential lifesaving technique of using checklists. Statistics of how many lives or mishaps this article prevented are unknown but it is certain that 452 people read this article.


FLOTILLA PHOTOS 

AuxAir member Photos are available for viewing on our Official Website. 
Click on Public Affairs or try this direct link:

http://www.airstationrepublic.org/photo-albums/Public%20Affairs/album/index.html


OCT 3rd - Golf Outing Crab Meadow Golf Course, Northport NY

Wednesday October 03 - Flotilla 01-06 will be hosting their annual Golf Outing Crab Meadow Golf Course, Northport NY, 1200hrs. Cost:  $120.00 per person. Price includes 18 holes of golf, golf cart, driving range, buffet dinner after golf, soft drinks included. Cash bar is available. Non-golfers:  $35.00 per person for the dinner. Agenda:  Arrive early to enjoy a lunch at your leisure (and expense) then head out to the driving range to loosen up. Foursomes will be assigned unless a request is made. Tee off will either be a shot gun or sucessive tees at 1300. Reservations: Kindly RSVP to Eric Sachs @ eric@esachslaw.com or by phone @ 516-679-0400to Christine. Please respond by 09SEP12. Contact Eric for any additional information


OCT 4-5th, 2012 - AVIATION CAREER FAIR at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, NY

The goal of this event is to introduce both middle and high school students to the various careers available in the aviation industry.

James G. Plackis of Flotilla 12-07 is scheduled to be one of the Guest Speakers and FAA Safety Counselors.

The focus will be a "hands on" approach to give young people a more vivid picture of different aviation careers presented by professionals working in these fields. The Aviation and Aerospace Career Fair will be hosting exhibitors, aircraft on display, and aircraft simulators. Exhibitors at our past events include the FAA, Navy, 106th Rescue Wing, Northrop Grumman, News 12, JetBlue, and many more.

This event is open to middle and high schools and to the public. While there is no fee for entrance to the event, all attendees must be registered for the event in order to attend. To register click on the Contact Us/Register page. Please note that a valid photo ID will be needed for entrance. If you know of a school, exhibitor, or volunteer that would be interested in attending, please see the corresponding website pages.


OCT 13th FAA Safety Seminar on October 13th, Saturday, at 09:00 hours.   

Host: Mid Island Air Services, at MacArthur Airport, Islip, N.Y., with complimentary coffee, donuts, bagels and muffins being served from 08:30 hours. 

James G. Plackis of Flotilla 12-07 is scheduled to be a guest speaker. The topic will be: "FAA Certification Flight Testing", based upon his 38 year career with the FAA as a Test Pilot, Aerospace Engineer and AEA Manager of the Flight Test Branch.

http://www.midislandair.com/index.php


October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Mid-Island Air Service, Inc.  MacArthur Airport

MIAS  is sponsoring Poker Run it's 3rd annual Pilots Against Breast Cancer Poker Run - a weekly reminder.  It's just about two weeks to the Run - registration started September 8, fund raising will be going on now through October 29, the actual poker run to pick up your cards starts on October 13 and runs for two weeks - you can register anytime online or at the Desk.  So you have a little time, but not a lot – as we all know how fast time passes by.  And our objective is to raise money for breast cancer, which requires some talking and telling your friends what you are doing to encourage them to support you and donate to a very good cause

http://www.midislandair.com/index.php



OCT 27th 2012 - Airpower Museum - 3 PM to 7 PM 
Halloween Event for Kids 

American 'Scare'(Air)power Museum Halloween Scare 

A child safe place to spend Halloween
Jacket & treats courtesy of Cockpit USA gift shop 

- Trick or Treat in the safety of our "Haunted Hangar"
- Scavenger Hunt for Kids with treats
- Best Child's Costume Contest (12 & under)
- Take a tour if you dare of our "Haunted Bomber"
- Have your picture taken in AAM "Phantom Fighter"



NOV 10th, 2012 US Marine Corps 237th Birthday


NOV 11th, 2012 NYC Veteran's Day Parade honoring the US Coast Guard

As per Hope Wright, SO-PA, November 11th the annual Veterans Day Parade will honor the United States Coast Guard and members of the USCG Auxiliary are asked to march that day with their Flotillas.  A ceremony is usually held at 9 a.m. at Madison Square Park on 23rd Street honoring recipients of the Medal of Honor and other veterans, and the Parade heads north from there on Fifth Avenue to 59th Street.  Those marching in the Parade, and not attending the ceremony, usually muster up on 44th Street in front of the NY Yacht Club at about 10 a.m. UOD is dress blues, blouse and combination hat. In case of rain, trench coats will be required. More specific details will be available at the next Division meeting.


Anne Marie Kelly
FSO-PA, F12-07
Air Station Republic
Div. 12 1SR