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Flight Deck Fun Run SHUTTL E the USS Enterprise (CVN 65)-Saturday June 18, 2011 Photo by MCSN Gregory A. Pickett II
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Photo by MCSN Gregory A. Pickett II

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By MC3 Peter D. MelkusUSS Enterprise Public Affairs

USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea – Sailors and Marines aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) took a break from their busy work schedules to enjoy some fitness and fun in the sun during a 5K fun run on the flight deck June 17. The race attracted more than 300 Sailors and Marines to Enterprise’s 1,123-foot-long flight deck, where they ran 10 laps around a guided course. Enterprise’s Executive Officer, Capt. Gregory C. Huffman, kicked off the festivities by energizing the crowd of runners with some motivational words of encouragement at the starting line, which was followed by a loud blast from the ship’s whistle to signal the start of the race. “I think [the race] is a good break to have considering the operational tempo we’ve had recently. After spending 60-plus days at sea, it couldn’t have come at a better time,” said the ship’s Engineering Officer Capt. Mark V. Metzger, a race participant. “It’s always good to get outside and get some sun, especially for engineers like myself who don’t get that opportunity often. I’ll probably get a sunburn, but that’s fine with me.” Numerous volunteers and flight deck crew members volunteered to support the

race by providing music, water, encouragement and course guidance to ensure runners avoided flight deck related hazards like catapults, aircraft arresting wires and an abrasively unforgiving non-skid deck surface. “Running on the flight deck was quite exhilarating,” said Senior Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) (SW/AW) Earle T. Smith. “It’s a great stress

reliever, and I loved the atmosphere filled with music and people having fun. It’s really nice to get out of the norm and just run around for a while.” Each participant received an Enterprise T-shirt after completing the fun run, and though no race winner was officially declared, all of the Sailors and Marines involved now have the opportunity to say they ran a 5K in one of the most unique race environments

Enterprise hosts 5K flight deck fun run

Photos by MCSN Jesse L. Gonzalez and MCSN Gregory A. Pickett II

on Earth. “I think today’s race was definitely a success,” said Enterprise’s Fit Boss Ashley Epperson, one of the event’s coordinators. “Our command was looking for a good way to help boost morale, and we had a great turn out for such short notice. It’s not often you get the chance to have a 5K race in the middle of the ocean, but if you make the course, the people will come.”

(Photo collage) Sailors take part in a 5k fun run aboard USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise’s executive officer, Capt. Gregory C. Huffman, kicked off the race with a few energizing words before runners took off for laps around the flight deck. Each participant to cross the finishing line received completementary t-shirts for their efforts.

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Adm. Greenert Recommended for CNOWASHINGTON (NNS) -- Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates announced June 16, he has recommended Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert, vice chief of naval operations, to succeed the retiring Adm. Gary Roughead as the next chief of naval operations. Gates said he made the recommendation to President Barack Obama based on Greenert’s solid portfolio that includes both significant personnel programs and budget responsibilities. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Greenert is “an exceptional officer, and if confirmed, will be, I believe, an exceptional CNO.” “He has wonderful operational experience, fleet experience, he’s terrific with people and he has extensive experience in

the money world, which is now facing all of us,” Mullen said. “So I strongly concur with the secretary’s recommendation.” Gates praised Roughead, who will retire this fall, for four decades of service and leadership at the helm of the Navy for the past four years. “I have very much enjoyed working with Gary and have greatly valued his counsel and wisdom on both Navy issues and broader strategic issues,” Gates said. Upon being notified of the news, Roughead offered his congratulations and endorsement. “I could not be more pleased that Adm. Jon Greenert has been nominated to be the 30th Chief of Naval Operations. I have known Jon and his family well for years and I have the utmost respect for him as a leader and a naval officer.”

In a statement released after the announcement Greenert said “I am honored and humbled by the Secretary’s recommendation and look forward to working with Congress during the confirmation process.” Greenert’s career as a submariner includes assignments aboard USS

Flying Fish, USS Tautog, Submarine NR-1 and USS Michigan and as commander of USS Honolulu. He also served as commander of Submarine Squadron 11, U.S. Naval Forces Mariana, U.S. 7th Fleet in the Pacific and U.S. Fleet Forces Command before he became the vice CNO.

From Department of Defense

Adm. Jonathan w. Greenert, Vice Chief of Naval Operations, speaks with Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates has recommended Greenert become the next Chief of Naval Operations.

U.S. Navy photo


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