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USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea – Aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) received the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Environmental Quality Award June 5 in recognition of the carrier’s stellar environmental protection programs and initiatives during fiscal year 2011.
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June 8, 2012 Issue “We are Legend” Newsletter Edition USS Enterprise (CVN 65) The Shuttle Enterprise Wins Environmental Quality Award Story by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Gregory White USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea – Aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) received the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Environmental Quality Award June 5 in recognition of the carrier’s stellar environmental protection programs and initiatives during fiscal year 2011. Lt. Caity Bourgoine received the award on behalf of Enterprise at a ceremony held at the United States Navy Memorial’s Heritage Center in Washington D. C. Lt. Robin M. Schubauer, Enterprise’s assistant safety officer and afloat environmental protection coordinator, said the CNO Environmental Quality Award is given every year and it alternates between “big decks” and “small decks.” “This year two carriers won,” said Schubauer. “The Reagan won it for the west coast and Enterprise won it for the east coast.” Enterprise submitted a package in November 2011 highlighting all of its environmental programs along with an endorsement letter from the ship’s Commanding Officer, Capt. William C. Hamilton, Jr., stating that Enterprise Sailors are “committed to the reduction of harmful environmental emissions and discharges through sound management practices while continuing to meet every operational challenge placed before them.” The nomination package included accomplishments such as partnering with Naval Facilities Environmental to plan and organize a “pier environmental compliance training DVD.” The DVD is now mandatory training for all Norfolk-based ships. Other accomplishments included the refurbishing of the ship’s solid waste incinerator, which ensured proper and safe disposal of thousands of tons of hazardous trash and classified material, air pollution control through the reduction of Volatile Organic Content vapor and the use of closed-loop refrigerant charging and evacuation systems. Enterprise was notified that it had won the award via a letter from the deputy director of the Energy and Environmental Readiness Division of the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations. In his letter, he noted that “Enterprise is being recognized for its efforts to protect the environment while ensuring mission readiness.” He also noted that Enterprise had won an award in this category in the fiscal year 2007 competition. “We make sure the ship is complying with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) laws,” said Damage Controlman 1st Class Jay C. Colston, Enterprise’s assistant safety leading petty officer and assistant afloat environmental protection coordinator. “The most basic step to ensuring environmental protection is making sure all of our people are properly trained and qualified to run the equipment and do their jobs.” Schubauer and Colston agreed that environmental protection is everyone’s responsibility. “The thing about environmental protection is that it often involves the little things we do everyday,” said Colston. “From separating your trash,” said Schubauer. “To putting a lid back on you can of paint,” said Colston. The two also agreed that winning the award is a huge honor for Enterprise. Colston said it means that the people and equipment aboard Enterprise are all working properly and that the crew is consciously trying not to harm the environment. Enterprise is a 50-year-old ship with greater challenges than some of the newer carriers when it comes to environmental protection. Colston said that this sets the Enterprise apart and makes it a real honor to have won the award. “Environmental protection is an all-hands effort,” said Colston. “From the newest deck seaman to the admiral, everyone plays a part.” “The Environmental Award is everyone’s award” said Schubauer. Lt. Caity Bourgoine accepts the CNO Environmental Quality Award from Vice Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Mark Ferguson.
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June 8, 2012 Issue“We are Legend”Newsletter Edition

USS Enterprise (CVN 65)

The Shuttle Enterprise Wins Environmental Quality AwardStory by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Gregory WhiteUSS ENTERPRISE, At Sea – Aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) received the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Environmental Quality Award June 5 in recognition of the carrier’s stellar environmental protection programs and initiatives during fiscal year 2011. Lt. Caity Bourgoine received the award on behalf of Enterprise at a ceremony held at the United States Navy Memorial’s Heritage Center in Washington D. C. Lt. Robin M. Schubauer, Enterprise’s assistant safety officer and afloat environmental protection coordinator, said the CNO Environmental Quality Award is given every year and it alternates between “big decks” and “small decks.” “This year two carriers won,” said Schubauer. “The Reagan won it for the west coast and Enterprise won it for the east coast.” Enterprise submitted a package in November 2011 highlighting all of its environmental programs along with an endorsement letter from the ship’s Commanding Officer, Capt. William C. Hamilton, Jr., stating that Enterprise Sailors are “committed to the reduction of harmful environmental emissions and discharges through sound management practices while continuing to meet every operational challenge placed before them.” The nomination package included accomplishments such as partnering with Naval Facilities Environmental to plan and organize a “pier environmental compliance training DVD.” The DVD is now mandatory training for all Norfolk-based ships. Other accomplishments included the refurbishing of the ship’s solid waste incinerator, which ensured proper and safe disposal of thousands of tons of hazardous trash and classified material, air pollution control through the reduction of Volatile Organic Content vapor and the use of closed-loop refrigerant charging and evacuation systems. Enterprise was notified that it had won the award via a letter from the deputy director of the Energy and Environmental

Readiness Division of the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations. In his letter, he noted that “Enterprise is being recognized

for its efforts to protect the environment while ensuring mission readiness.” He also noted that Enterprise had won an award in this category in the fiscal year 2007 competition. “We make sure the ship is complying with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) laws,” said Damage Controlman 1st Class Jay C. Colston, Enterprise’s assistant safety leading petty officer and assistant afloat environmental protection coordinator. “The most basic step to ensuring environmental protection is making sure all of our people are properly trained and qualified to run the equipment and do their jobs.” Schubauer and Colston agreed that environmental protection is everyone’s responsibility. “The thing about environmental protection is that it often involves

the little things we do everyday,” said Colston. “From separating your trash,” said Schubauer.

“To putting a lid back on you can of paint,” said Colston. The two also agreed that winning the award is a huge honor for Enterprise. Colston said it means that the people and equipment aboard Enterprise are all working properly and that the crew is consciously trying not to harm the environment. Enterprise is a 50-year-old ship with greater challenges than some of the newer carriers when it comes to environmental protection. Colston said that this sets the Enterprise apart and makes it a real honor to have won the award. “Environmental protection is an all-hands effort,” said Colston. “From the newest deck seaman to the admiral, everyone plays a part.” “The Environmental Award is everyone’s award” said Schubauer.

Lt. Caity Bourgoine accepts the CNO Environmental Quality Award from Vice Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Mark Ferguson.

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Friday, June 8, 2012Page 2 The Shuttle

The Shuttle is published and printed daily underway and bi-weekly in port by the USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Media Department, FPO AE 09543-2810. This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Please direct all story ideas, questions and comments to MC1 (SW) Steve Smith at [email protected].

Public Affairs OfficerLt. Cmdr. Sarah T. Self-Kyler

Executive OfficerCapt. G. C. Huffman

Commanding OfficerCapt. William C. Hamilton, Jr.

EditorsMC2 (SW) Kristin L. Grover MCSN Brian G. Reynolds

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USS Enterprise (CVN 65)

Command Master Chief CMDCM (AW/SW) Dwayne E. Huff

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Did You Know?USS Enterprise (CV 6) was the first aircraft carrier

to receive the Presidential Unit Citation.

Airman Leonard McGee salutes Lt. Tyler Grell, both assigned to the Checkmates of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211, after a successful flight.

Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Jason Loy, assigned to the Rooks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137, moves aircraft chains on the flight deck.

A F/A-18C assigned to the Thunderbolts of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 251 flies above aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65).

Airman Leonard McGee, assigned to the Checkmates of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211, closes a panel on a F/A-18F Super Hornet after an inspection.

An EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Rooks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137 takes off from the flight deck.

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) Airman James M. Seward takes a break in the hangar bay.

Photos by MC3 Scott Pittman

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Friday, June 8, 2012 Page 3The Shuttle

In the NewsBy Declan Walsh and Eric Schmitt, NEW YORK TIMES

NEW DELHI - In meetings with the prime minister and national security adviser, Defense Secretary Leon Panetta stressed the importance of a partnership with India both for ongoing efforts in Afghanistan and for the United States’ new focus on security in the Asia-Pacific region. Panetta arrived in India Tuesday afternoon after meeting with Vietnamese military leaders in Hanoi. “Secretary Panetta underscored the link India plays between East and West Asia and how the United States views India as a net provider of security from the Indian Ocean to Afghanistan and beyond,” acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs George Little said. After meeting with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Indian National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon, Panetta will visit with the Indian Defense Minister A.K. Antony and deliver a policy speech at India’s oldest think tank. Economic development has been the main thrust of India’s role in Afghanistan, with an investment of about $2 billion, defense officials said. The Pentagon welcomes increased economic

Panetta Stresses the Importance of Indian Alliancedevelopment, and, while the U.S. “doesn’t necessarily envision a role of the Indian military in Afghanistan,” the Indian military police could provide training for Afghan forces as they move forward, a senior defense official speaking on background said. The relationship between India and the United States has improved and expanded dramatically since 2001, when the U.S. lifted economic sanctions it had placed on India in 1998 for performing underground nuclear tests. For example, the U.S. has sold about $8.5 billion worth of military arms to India in the last 11 years, according to defense officials, and the American military now performs several joint military exercises with India. In the meetings, Little said, Panetta discussed the nations’ shared interests, particularly in the Pacific and reiterated the need for increased teamwork with India, “the only country specifically mentioned as a key partner in the Departmentís Strategic Guidance issued earlier this year.” The Pentagon also hopes India and Pakistan will work together more closely on the shared goal of a peaceful, stable Afghanistan.

Drone Strike Killed No. 2 in Al Qaeda, U.S. Officials SayISLAMABAD, Pakistan - A Central Intelligence Agency drone strike in Pakistan’s tribal belt killed Al Qaeda’s deputy leader, Abu Yahya al-Libi, American officials said, dealing another blow to the group in a lawless area that has long been considered the global headquarters of international terrorism but the importance of which may now be slipping. Mr. Libi’s death would be another dramatic moment for an American covert war in Pakistan that has been particularly active over the past year, starting with the death of the group’s founder, Osama bin Laden, in May 2011 and followed up by drone strikes against several senior lieutenants, including Atiyah Abd al-Rahman. But that very success could, paradoxically, signal a shifting target: as Al Qaeda’s leadership in the tribal belt has been cornered or killed, new efforts to attack Western targets have been mounted by the group’s affiliates in Yemen and Somalia. Unlike many of the relatively unknown figures killed in other drone strikes, Mr. Libi, who had a $1 million bounty on his head, was a virtual ambassador for global jihad. An Islamic scholar by training, he used frequent video appearances to expound on world events, chastise critics and boast about his escape from an American military prison in Afghanistan in 2005. He negotiated with the ethnic Pashtun militant groups that have sheltered Al Qaeda in the tribal belt for over a

decade, and at one point urged Pakistanis to overthrow their own government. The White House spokesman, Jay Carney, said that as a result of Mr. Libi’s death, ìthere is no clear successor to take on the breadth of his responsibility, and that puts additional pressureî on Al Qaeda, “bringing it closer to its ultimate demise than ever.” The details of his death in Hassu Khel, a village in the North Waziristan tribal agency, remained hazy. And it is not the first report that he has been killed: rumors of his death coursed through jihadi Web sites in December 2009 after a similar strike in South Waziristan that American officials claimed had killed a high-ranking figure in Al Qaeda. If his death is borne out this time, it would be a milestone in a covert eight-year airstrike campaign that has infuriated Pakistani officials but that has remained one of the United Statesí most effective tools in combating militancy. Local tribesmen and American officials said that a C.I.A.-controlled drone fired on a compound early Monday morning. Word spread quickly among local tribesmen that Mr. Libi had been killed or wounded, and American intelligence officials using powerful satellite and other surveillance equipment listened and watched carefully for a sign of his fate.

By Jennifer Hlad, STARS AND STRIPES

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