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Larry Shelton promoted to the rank of vRADM(LH)
Posted Monday, November 3, 2008 by vRADM Royal
Attention to orders:
All hands recognize the promotion of vRADM(LH) Larry Shelton as he assumes command of District 13 and takes on command of District 17 (acting) as well. vRADM(LH) L.Shelton has proven himself to be a capable leader and a knowledgeable officer with vast experience in flying, and coordinating SAR related missions. Please help us in congradualting vRADM(LH) L.Shelton on his new position.
vVADM Royal
Vice Commandant
SAR Games 2008
Posted Tuesday, October 14, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
The annual SAR Games for 2008 that were scheduled for D14 are now back on the books again. The date is November 30th at apx 1600 Zulu. All potential participants are required to contact their respective DCO so he may forward the names to me for scheduling of events. If we don't get a good representation from all districts we are prepared to postpone again but we really would not want that to happen. The cut off date and time for registration is November 20th at 1800Z.
vADM Ivey
vRADM Skrocki retired.
Posted Monday, October 13, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
It is with great regret we have to inform you of the latest movements. vRADM(LH) Skrocki has retired. CG01 will assume Acting DCO for the 1st, CG02 will be Acting/taking D7 and CG04 will asume/acting D5. CG04 is still LANTCOM and has all rank accordingly. All traffic be aware of new reporting procedures for your new Acting DCO's.
vADM Ivey
Hurricane relief efforts.
Posted Friday, October 3, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gentleman,
It is with with great pleasure to announce that all recent hurricane operations have ceased for the short term. All Pilots who have made contribuations to the relief efforts, kudos! and salute. This worth while endeavour for the vUSCG has proven beyond a doubt "semper paratus".
The forecast for the immediate future during hurricane season appears to be "thick" to say the least. Looking forward to everyones participation in future exercises.
vADM Ivey
Promotions for Pilots!
Posted Friday, September 12, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
On behalf of CG-05 (PACCOM) we are proud to announce the following promotions:
CG3215 has now the rank and privledge of vCAPT and is Deputy District Commander for 13th District. His new call sign will be CG3002.
CG4216 has been promoted to the rank of vCMDR for the 14th District.
We wish ours guys the best of luck and look forward to the new leadership roles they now have.
On behalf of all the HQ we appreciate all your efforts!
CG0001
New Team Speak Server
Posted Thursday, August 28, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good day to all,
Please be advised that we have a new Team Speak Server. The new IP is:
70.87.174.171:8813
Please be aware that on August 29. 2008 at 00:01 Zulu this will be our new server, please adjust your settings accordingly.
Thanks,
vADM Ivey
Command postings!
Posted Wednesday, August 13, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
On behalf on the vUSCG HQ we are proud to announce that vRADM Mike Fenton has been promoted to PACCOM and will now hold that position with HQ. Mike's new call sign will be CG-05 and carries all the rank and privilege of vVADM. We truely look forward to having him with us at HQ.
On another note there will be some DCO tranfers that will also take effect this evening;
CG6001 will now assume Command of D9 and Acting D8.
CG1001 has Command D1, Acting D5 and will also be Acting for D7
CG-05 will be Commander PACCOM and acting DCO for D14 and D17
Thanks to all our DCO's and again welcome Mike to HQ.
vADM Ivey
vRADM (LH) Skrocki reinstated taking command of D-1 and D-5
Posted Tuesday, August 12, 2008 by vRADM Royal
We are pleased to have vRADM(LH) J. Skrocki come back to active duty. As of 12 August 2008 he has been reinstated to the Commander of the 1st Coast Guard District and will be the acting over the 5th Coast Guard District. All D-1 and D-5 personnel please take note and check the Communication board for contact information.
Welcome back vRADM (LH) Skrocki.
vVADM Royal
Vice Commandant
Scenery
Posted Thursday, August 7, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good day Gentleman,
Please be advised that new scenery files have been placed in our secure area. The main EZ Scenery file and the update will be required for upcoming missions. This is a very good enhancement for SAROP's. Please update your files accordingly.
vADM Ivey
SAR Skills Competition 2008 updated
Posted Monday, July 21, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good day Gentleman,
The date and time are set for the games, Place: PHJR Time: August 31.2008 at 00:30 Zulu. We have spoken to the DCO's and you guys need to contact them first to get a clearance and all coordination will be done through your DCO.
For those that may say why so late? we have to deal with both sides of the country and depending on how time goes we will get into the second day if we need too. Just remember that Sunday 00:30 Zulu August 31st will be Saturday night for most (USA) so the second day would be Sunday if we need it but in GMT time it will all be Sunday.
If we need the extra day we will decide on that hopefully prior to the games starting up and we will finish up later Sunday afternoon hopefully before 21:00Z.
vADM Ivey
LANTCOM promotion and DCO/acting positions
Posted Monday, July 21, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
It is with great pleasure that HQ announces the promotion of vRADM Cyphers from the 5th District to the position of vVADM LANTCOM. Jason has worked very hard for D5 and D1 and will continue to do so for all of the East Coast Operations. His new posting will be challenging and no doubt will prove to be a great asset for the vUSCG.
In the interim Jason will now also be acting DCO for D1 and D5 untill we back fill those positions down the road. vRADM Mike Fenton will not only have D7 but will assume acting DCO for D8 and D9, Asst. Director Training and HITRON Commander. Mike's work continues to prove beyond a doubt what a great Commander is all about.
On the West Coast we also have some great news! vRADM(LH) Chris Wooton has accepted a transfer from D8 to D11 and assumes Acting Commander for D13. No doubt with Chris's great work this will prove to be a great asset for PACCOM.
vRADM(LH) Jason Bergeron is DCO in the 17th and adds Acting Commander of the 14th to his belt. Jason's work also proves to be fantastic and he too is a valuable team member of PACCOM.
As I mentioned previously, all those acting positions will be back filled as we progress down the road. Good luck Jason, Jason B, Mike and Chris with your new position(s).
vADM Ivey
vVADM Royal
2nd Annual SAR Skills Competition
Posted Monday, July 7, 2008 by vRADM Royal
The vUSCG is proud to bring you the second annual SAR Skills Competition. This year we will be holding the competition in beautiful John Rogers field, Hawaii home of the 14th vCoast Guard district on Saturday and Sunday August 30th and 31st. The scenery for John Rogers Field has been totally redone by vRADM(LH) Jason Bergeron.
This year there will be 2 judges instead of the 4 that we had last year. This year we plan on the DCO's from each district to act as coaches for their respective districts to help plan and execute 4 events.
The times will be released at a later date.
vVADM Royal
vUSCG site updated
Posted Sunday, July 6, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gentleman,
Feel free to browse about and have a look at some fresh changes that have been made...roster updates, SOP's/Reg's, New Command adjustments and a few mods in the training pages/Aircraft etc.
Work for the "new and improved" vUSCG web site is moving along very good, the next step will be a release date! stand by for further news.
vADM Ivey
New face lift soon coming for the vUSCG
Posted Tuesday, June 24, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gentleman,
The vUSCG is pround to announce that work is moving along at a very fast face to improve the look for the vUSCG web site design. DCO's have been consulted in the developement. New, fun and exciting things to come! Delivery date is expected in 60 days. For a sneak peak of the ongoing work please visit the Forums.
Cheers,
vADM Ivey
District 17 gets new Commander
Posted Monday, June 23, 2008 by vRADM Royal
The vUSCG is proud to announce that Jason Bergeron will be the next District Commander of the 17th District. vRADM(LH) Bergeron has worked hard to breathe new life into District 17 along with updating station sceneries. Please help us to welcome vRADM(LH) Bergeron into his new assignment.
vVADM Royal
The vUSCG announces the retirment of vADM Ramsey and vVADM Merriman
Posted Sunday, June 22, 2008 by vRADM Royal
I would like to announce the official retirement of the vUSCG's Commandant vADM Kyle Ramsey and the the Vice Commandant vVADM Craig Merriman effective June 23rd, 2008. Both have made many contibutions to the vUSCG and dedicated countless hours to our organization and hobby. We thank them and wish them well in their future endeveours. Taking the vCommandant position will be Grant Ivey while Lance Royal will be taking the vVice Commandant position. In the future there will be many changes to the website to include a new look and more functionality. We will continue to look to improving scenery and aircraft, as well as training. Look for more details to be released in the future.
Lance Royal, vRADM
SAREX Guardian is completed.
Posted Sunday, May 25, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
The vUSCG Administration would like to take this time to thank the Pilots/Administration from the vCAF and Pilots from the vUSCG. This exercise has now been successfully completed. This was a great time for inter-agency cooperation. The Evaluation process has been completed and copies of the document has been forwarded to the vCAF and our Pilots who participated in the SAREX.
vRADM Ivey
Promotion! for Jason Cyphers CG5001
Posted Saturday, May 24, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
It is with great pleasure to announce CG5001 has now been promoted to vRADM (2 star). His continueing efforts and his attention to detail have not gone unnoticed. We look forward to vRADM Cyphers fantastic leadership skills and attention to detail. On behalf of the vUSCG welcome aboard!
vRADM Ivey
vUSCG Newsletter
Posted Saturday, May 17, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
vUSCG is proud to deliver it's second quarter newsletter for everyones enjoyment. The link is on the main page "volume 2 Number 1".
vRADM Ivey
vRADM(LH) Cyphers receives award...
Posted Thursday, April 10, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
On behalf of the vUSCG and Command vRADM(LH) Cyphers has received the "Distinguished Service Award" for outstanding service to the vUSCG. His contribuations are admirable and his attention to detail has moved the vUSCG forward and onwards. vRADM(LH) Cyphers recently joined the United States Coast Guard Auxillary and we wish him the best in his new Officers role.
Pls see vUSCG Announcements in the forums for viewing of Certificate.
Update 1 vCAF - vUSCG SAREX Guardian
Posted Thursday, April 10, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Scenery is moving along very well. It looks great and testing will soon be complete. It's going to be a "sizeable" download and some that you will have to get on your own to help reduce size. All the directions will be included in the first download.
We have no intention from swaying from the Generator but this orginal download will help us in the long run to future exercises we have with other VSOA's as the Geny is secure and will remain so.
Once the major part of this downloading is complete we should only have to pass BGL's amongst ourselves.
Looking forward to everyones cooperation, thanks.
vRADM Ivey
vCAF and vUSCG SAREX Guardian 2008
Posted Saturday, March 29, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Evening Gentleman,
FYI for all Pilots, we have a major SAREX with vCAF expected sometime around end of May/first week of June month, its going to be a large event with new scenery and will be operating in U.S. waters with 2 different Casualty Reception Points. One in Canada, one in the U.S. This is going to be good!
Stand by for further updates!
vRADM Ivey
Operation Northern Vigil concludes
Posted Friday, March 14, 2008 by vRADM Royal
With the conclusion of Operation Northern Vigil in D-17 the vUSCG is glad to announce another successful joint multi-role mission with the vUSAF, and vUSMC. Thank you to all who participated in making this years operation a success. Thank you to vCMDR M.Whitaker for all his planning and coordination with the other forces, job well done! We look forward to holding this operation again in the future.
vRADM Royal
Pacific Area Commander
vUSCG
Bombardier Challenger CG02
Posted Sunday, February 24, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
It is with great pleasure we announce an additional aircraft into our fleet, the Bombardier Challenger also referred to as CG02. Many thanks to Bob May at Premier Aircraft for this fine download.
This will now give us a full complement of tools for us to use.
CG01 qualified pilots are permitted to operate CG02.
To become certified for either CG01/02 please contact your DCO/C/O.
Good luck, good flying!
vRADM Ivey
International Ice Patrol updated
Posted Saturday, February 23, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gentleman,
Be advised that the IIP is up and running for our vUSCG Pilots who are participating in the 2008 season. All downloads are active and the season has begun. If you need any info on this mission please refer to D5 web page, IIP.
For everyones information the vUSN will also be joing us on this worth while mission and be aware of other traffic at CYYT from March 3rd onwards. CG5001 will be looking after that portion of the operations and we look forward to his contribution and flying along side with the vUSN.
vRADM Ivey
District 17 begins Operation Northern Vigil
Posted Monday, February 18, 2008 by vRADM Royal
Flights have begun moving supplies needed for the District 17 humanitarian mission called Operation Northern Vigil. During the joint Virtual Military Operation units from the vUASF, vUSMC, and vUSCG will be airlifting food, medical supplies and providing medical care to local, and remote villages in the Alleutian Islands and Western Alaska. There will be joint exercises conducted along with SAR/Medivac missions. If interested in participating in Operation Northern Vigil contact your District Commander for details.
vRADM Royal
International Ice Patrol on schedule
Posted Wednesday, February 13, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gents,
We are on schedule with the IIP for 2008 and our first Pilot will be at Station CYYT for a February 15th start up. The download section for "Ice" will be updated in short order and I will make an offical announcement to that effect.
We are also proud to announce that the vUSN will be joining us on this worth while effort. vRADM(LH) Cyphers will be heading up the the vUSN participation and will oversee all their operations. We will hopefully have others to announce that also could be joining us on this mission.
Looking forward to this years reports!
vRADM Ivey
International Ice Patrol update
Posted Saturday, February 2, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day vUSCG Pilots
First of all I would like to give you a bit of history that truly reflects why the USCG/vUSCG flies the International Ice Patrol:
From the earliest journeys into the North Atlantic, icebergs have threatened vessels. A review of the history of navigation prior to the turn of the century shows an impressive number of casualties occurred in the vicinity of the Grand Banks. For example, the LADY OF THE LAKE sank in 1833 with a loss of 70. Between 1882 and 1890, 14 vessels were lost and 40 seriously damaged due to ice. This does not include the large number of whaling and fishing vessels lost or damaged by ice. It took one of the greatest marine disasters of all times to arouse public demand for international cooperative action to deal with this marine hazard. This disaster, the sinking of the RMS TITANIC on April 15, 1912, was the prime impetus for the establishment of the International Ice Patrol.
This is to remind you of your upcoming participation in International Ice Patrol at CYYT. To keep with realism the IIP will now be bumped forward to February 15th. The attached schedules you have recieved is good to go and your tasking has been forwarded with your times for start up and completion.
All necessary downloads for Ice Tracks and Berg scenery for the 2008 season can be found on the IIP page at D5. (Be advised that CYYT Scenery and FSNav files are good to go, do not download IIP 2007 Scenery Files) This will be announced very soon.
Good luck, good flying and we look forward to having you operate with D5/LANTCOM on this worth while mission.
vRADM Ivey
Opening of the International Ice Patrol 2008
Posted Wednesday, January 16, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gentleman,
Groton, Connecticut has advised that Ice Operations for the 2008 International Ice Patrol begins officially Saturday February 23rd. 2008 at 08:00 Hours Newfoundland Standard Time.
Scenery and directions are available on our D5 Home Page, IIP link or at the left side of your main Home Page, Special Operations. All Pilots who will be participating in the IIP program may download the scenery/FS Nav files at either one of those sites. (Be advised Scenery is being prepared and please wait for an announcement to download). FS Nav files are good to go.
This is a general call out for Pilots interested in participating in the IIP Program and be advised that your DCO/DDC will require you contact them first for permission to particpate due to Operational requirements that may take precedence at your District before submitting your name.
Schedules are of a 9 day rotation plus times to and from your District and pending if you use C-130’s at your District or you will have to stop over at D5 for the C-130. All of this will be
coordinated by me and it will be a first come first served time schedule. I anticipate having the schedule completed by February 16th and sent to all Pilots who will be flying the IIP. Cut off date for submission will be February 15. 2359Zulu.
Prior to departure for CYYT you will have to maintain contact with me through secure e-mail and I will ensure there is a good transition. Actual Ice Tracks (FS Nav files)and Reporting procedures will be issued and monitored through secure e-mail by me for logging and Pilot change outs.
Updates will be posted here at the news site and vUSCG forums.
Good luck and safe flying.
CG0004
HITRON now open!
Posted Sunday, January 13, 2008 by vRADM Ivey
To all vUSCG Pilots
I'm pleased to say that HITRON-10 is now open to start it's training phases.
To join HITRON-10 you must accomplish the following:
1. Have a minimum of 50 hrs accrued. Your time in training does not count towards this.
2. There are two positions within HITRON-10; Fixed and Rotary. You must be certified for the one you are applying for.
3. Your District commander will need to send to the HITRON-10 commander an email stating that you are a pilot in good standing. Any applicant under administrative or disciplinary action will not be accepted.
4. Reserve pilots may submit applications, but must be of the understanding that they will have complete all of the required training within the time allotted, and be available on a more frequent basis (1-2 flights per month, minimum.) Any reserve pilot that fails to maintain this standard will be removed from HITRON-10
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
From time of acceptance all HITRON-10 candidates will have 90 days to accomplish all training. This includes the primary HITRON training as well as Secondary training (Interceptor School) Pilots in their 90 training window will not be permitted to participate in HITRON-10 actions until all primary training has been accomplished. HITRON trainers will make themselves available at CGAS Smoking Gun for pilot's training. Pilot's failing to accomplish all training in the allotted time will be dropped from the unit. Pilots may submit a letter asking for an extension due to their real world commitments. Each letter will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. In the event that HITRON training staff is unable to be available for training, an automatic 90 day extension will granted
Do to the reopening of this unit all Training will take place at CGAS Mobile until further notice.
Thanks,
vRADM Mike Fenton
District 7th Commander
HITRON-10 Commander
CG7001
New Promotions
Posted Saturday, January 5, 2008 by vRADM Royal
The vUSCG is proud to announce the following coast guardsman have been promoted.
1. vRADM(LH) Cyphers District 5 Commander Callsign CG5001.
2. vRADM(LH) Haumschild District 11 Commander Callsign CG2001.
3. vCapt. Bergeron Deputy District Commander 17 Callsign CG6002.
Please help me congratulate these individuals for their excellent service and continued comittment to the vUSCG.
vRADM Royal
Pacific Area Commander
vUSCG
vCaptain Haumschild new 11th Deputy District Commander
Posted Thursday, December 27, 2007 by vRADM Royal
District 11 is proud to announce that vCaptain Haumschild will be the new Deputy District Commander. vCaptain Haumschild brings with him prior command experience from District 13. Please help me in welcoming vCaptain Haumschild in his new position.
vRADM Royal
Pacific Area Commander
Virtual United States Coast Guard
Christmas Greetings to all
Posted Saturday, December 22, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
It is the time of the season for all to reflect on family, friends and loved ones. I would like to take this moment to wish all our vUSCG Pilots a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
It is you that make the vUSCG what it is and that reflects in our day to day operations.
On behalf of the Administration a big Thank You for last year and look forward to seeing everyone in the skies in 2008.
vRADM Ivey
The Guardian News Letter released
Posted Saturday, December 15, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gentleman,
The vUSCG is proud to release our first edition of our new "Guardian News Letter" for all of our Pilots to enjoy. This issue is brought to by vCAPT Cyphers, our Editor and we look forward to future releases on a quarterly basis. This is a great way to keep all our Pilots in the loop on any new "news" or general information that reflects operations in the vUSCG.
The PDF downloadable edition can be found on our Main Home Page, left side under Communications, Newsletter.
Enjoy our Christmas edition of the news letter and thanks to all our Pilots for a great year and the chance for us to provide you with first ever edition of the Guardian News Letter.
We have a e-mail addy set up for all persons whom may want to submit articles or for suggestions at newsletter@vuscg.org.
Have a great Christmas Holliday, be safe and see you in the sky!
vRADM Ivey
LANTCOM Commander
D8 has New Commander
Posted Sunday, December 9, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
It is with great pleasure that the vUSCG announces the appointment of vRADM(LH) Wooton to the 8th as District Commander. Please join us in welcoming CG8001 to his new posting. Again Sir, congratulations and good luck in your new District.
vRADM Ivey
The VUSCG makes the switch to Team Speak
Posted Friday, December 7, 2007 by vRADM Royal
Starting December 13th, 2007 the VUSCG will switch from using Roger Wilco to Team Speak as it primary communications. There is a link on the VUSCG website communications page named VUSCG Team Speak. We feel this will give our organization more capabilities, reliability, and flexibility with communications on and off line.
vRADM Royal
Pacific Area Commander
Virtual United States Coast Guard
Operation Deep Freeze 08 gears up
Posted Thursday, November 29, 2007 by vRADM Royal
The vUSCG will be working in conjunction with the vUSAF during Operation Deep Freeze 2008 conducting supply flights to the Antarctic. The operation is broken into 3 pahses, the first Winfly began 29 November 07 and ends 26 December 07, the second, Mainbody begins 27 December 07 and ends 15 January 08. The final phase, redployment begins 16 January 08 and ends 1 Febuary 08. Anyone interested in flying in Operation Deep Freeze is to contact their District Commander.
vRADM Royal
Pacific Area Commander
Virtual United States Coast Guard
CG5225 promoted to vCAPT
Posted Monday, November 26, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gentleman,
LANTCOM is proud to announce the promotion of CG5225 to vCAPT for District 5. vCAPT Cyphers will be overseeing operations at D5 under the direct supervision of LANTCOM. vCAPT Cyphers's new title is Deputy District Commander and his new call sign will be CG5002. This promotion will prove to be a great move forward for District 5. Please help me in welcoming vCAPT Cyphers to his new posting.
Cheers,
vRADM Ivey
CG0004
Operation Arctic Guardian
Posted Monday, November 12, 2007 by vRADM Royal
The VUSCG has just gotten under way with its Arctic patrol and survey missions, named Arctic Guardian. The missions are designed to monitor the waterways that are seeing more increased shipping and illegal hunting. We will also be assisting the NOAA with its ongoing research at the North pole. Participating pilots are choosen by their District Commanders and accepted by the Pacific Commander.
vRADM Royal
Pacific Area Commander
Virtual United States Coast Guard
C143A Bombardier - Canadair Challenger 604
Posted Sunday, November 11, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gentleman,
In the very near future, we have worked out a deal to provide you with a full complement of Aircraft. The 604 will been known as in the real world, CG02. This Aircraft will be FS9/FSX compatable. The Challenger will be utilized for Top Brass and only on runs approved by HQ. The A/C will have all working functions and will be uploaded on our secure site with all the other assets.
vRADM Ivey
HITRON
Posted Saturday, November 10, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
Good day Gentleman,
FYI HITRON is ongoing and because of it's recent activation, new incoming trainees which will consist of mostly DCO's etc, will have to complete the required training before we move on. This does not constitute that all vUSCG Pilots are to apply, they will be hand picked and required as a "need be" basis. This is a "elite selected" bunch that will be hand chosen by HITRON Command. We look forward to all that may apply but understand that the Steering Committee will have last say on submission.
vRADM Ivey
LANTCOM
District 1 mission has ended
Posted Tuesday, October 30, 2007 by vRADM Royal
Thank you to all the pilots that answered the call for help in District 1. The mission lasted for 14 days and covered over 500 nautical miles of ocean. The search was eventually called off by the District 1 commander after locating 3 survivors from the crew of 12 that was on board, as well as coordinating the salvage efforts of the holed tanker. All pilots are to be commended for a job well done.
vRADM Royal
Pacific Area Commander
Atlantic Area (Acting) Commander
Virtual United States Coast Guard
D1 Command Assistance for Mission...
Posted Sunday, October 21, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
Good Evening Gentleman,
Please be advised that District 1 has a Critical Mission ongoing with a Vessel in Distress TOW (taking on water) in D1.
Asset's are at a minimum because of other taskings, all other Assets are to report to their DCO for availability. All Comm's will be through your DCO's and D1 will assume Command for the Mission that is to be completed. All Logistics, flight planning, etc will be through D1 and your DCO.
All details will be filtered through your DCO and your upmost availability is what counts. Mission Critical information will be on the forums or via email to individual persons that may be involved.
All final details will be decided through your DCO and in participation with D1 Command.
CG0004
vCaptain Wootton new 11th Deputy District Commander
Posted Friday, October 19, 2007 by vRADM Royal
Pacific Area Command is proud to announce the promotion of vCaptain Wootton. He will be the new 11th Deputy District Commander effective October 19th 2007 under my direct supervision. vCaptain Wootton brings with him flying experience from District 17, as well as ATC experience. Congratulations vCaptain Wootton on your promotion.
vRADM Royal
Pacific Area Commander
Virtual United States Coast Guard
vVADM Craig Merriman Appointed Vice Commandant
Posted Thursday, October 11, 2007 by Commandant Ramsey
It gives me great pleasure and great satisfaction to recognize one of my most ardent supporters over a long time with the VUSCG, Craig Merriman, by appointing him vVice-Commandant of the VUSCG. Along with this position Craig is granted his third star as a vVADM.
vVADM Merriman most recently was PACCOM where he covered operations and web site support for really the whole VUSCG. This promotion is a recognition of what Craig has been doing consistently over many months now and he has certainly earned it.
Please join me in congratulating our new vVice-Commandant, vVADM Craig Merriman.
vADM Kyle Ramsey
New PACCOM and LANTCOM Commanders
Posted Thursday, October 11, 2007 by Commandant Ramsey
It is with great pleasure that I announce vRADM's Lance Royal and Grant Ivey have accepted the positions of PACCOM and LANTCOM respectively. These positions oversee and support operations on the two US coasts and their areas of responsibility can be seen on their respective web sites.
In addition to the new job, each has also been selected to add a second star to their shoulders as vRADM's.
Because no good deed goes unpunished, each will also remain as their current district commanders until such time as suitable candidates can be groomed and selected by them.
Please join me in congratulating these two and help support them in their new mission.
vADM Kyle Ramsey
HITRON
Posted Saturday, October 6, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
vUSCG is proud to announce that Special Op's HITRON will be active in the very near future. Details are being worked on as I speak and we will be seeking individuals for the selection process very soon. Please have a look and consider the requirements from the our site as there are predetermined factors that will apply.
Cheers,
vRADM Ivey(LH)
New District Appointments
Posted Saturday, September 15, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
Good Day Gentleman,
On behalf of the vUSCG and speaking on behalf of vADM Ramsey and vRADM Merriman, the vUSCG is pround to announce the appointments of these fine 2 Gentleman as District Commanders.
CG2117 will assume District 13 and CG5209 will assume District 1. We ask that all Pilots stand at attention, salute S~ and welcome our most esteemed colleagues.
Website will be adjusted accordingly shortly.
vRADM(LH) Ivey
SAR Skills 2007 Finishes up.
Posted Monday, September 10, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
The 1st annual SAR Skills Competition has finished up and the results are being tabulated as I speak. We will post the final awards on out vUSCG Announcements page when the Judges do the final review. It was a first ever attempt and by all comments received it went over very well.
A great big thank you to all Pilots who participated and Kudos to the Judges. Job well done guys.
vRADM(LH)Ivey
SAR Skills Competition 2007 update IV
Posted Saturday, September 8, 2007 by vRADM Ivey
SAR Skills Competition is now closed for applicants. Everyone should have now completed their trip to KMOB or have that done shortly.
Participants are to ensure they are aware of their time zones as it applies to GMT/Zulu. Start up is at 20:30 Zulu this Sunday.
Participants are to show up at the scheduled time and certainly 15-20 minutes prior to Operations start would be prudent. Questions can be asked prior to and taskings can be issued by the DCO's/Judges.
We are going to endeavour to complete the SAR Skills Events in 1 evening. If for some reason time becomes an issue the DCO's/Judges will make the call.
For those who cannot hold a "strong" internet connection do not forget to save and rejoin in progress.
Good luck, have fun and don't be out to late visiting the sites and sounds of Mobile!
CG5001
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