įor more news from Truman and CSG-8 visit:, , or www.twitter. 2nd Fleet, visit and for more information visit or. Squadrons of CVW 1 include Strike Fighter Squadrons (VFA) 11 “Red Rippers” VFA-211 “Fighting Checkmates” VFA-34 “Blue Blasters” VFA-81 “Sunliners” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137 “Rooks” Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 126 “Seahawks” Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11 “Dragon Slayers” Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM)72 “Proud Warriors” and a detachment from Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40 “Rawhides.”įor more news from U.S. And this marks yet another milestone in the overall defense cooperation between Norway and our most important ally, USA,” said Commanding Officer Ruben Grepne-Takle. It is truly an honor for us to be the first Norwegian cooperative deployer in history. The hospitality and professionalism (the) US Navy has provided during our harbor stay and sea periods have been excellent ensuring that we are an integrated asset of Carrier Strike Group 8. “HNoMS Fridtjof Nansen is ready and excited to embark upon this important deployment. ships the Royal Norwegian Navy Frigate, HNoMS Fridtjof Nansen (F310), joined the strike group under the Cooperative Deployment Program, which emphasizes the strengthening of defense partnerships and capabilities between the United States and bilateral or multilateral partners. “While we serve as the flag ship, we are never nearly as capable or as strong as we are when we deploy as a strike group.”Īlong with the U.S. “During this training cycle, we have learned how to train and fight side by side whether it is onboard the same ship, in the skies, or across the seas,” said Capt. “I want to also thank the families back home because without their strong support, we would not be able to fully dedicate ourselves to our mission while we serve at sea.The strike group units will work alongside allied and partner maritime forces, focusing on theater security cooperation efforts, which help to further regional stability. “I want to thank the Sailors and Marines on the deckplates who work the long hours to get the job done and do it willingly with a smile as they recognize the importance of our mission and sacrifice,” said Roth. Roth said he is very thankful for the personal dedication of all the Sailors and Marines and also for the support of their families. We are firing on all cylinders and teamwork has brought us to this point.” None of us can accomplish the mission alone. Our biggest key to success has been teamwork. “We started with the basics of operating the ship at sea as we integrated with our air wing and other surface combatants that comprise our strike group. “I think our training was perfect,” said Roth. USS Cole (DDG 67) USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) USS Gravely (DDG 107) USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) Aboard the Truman, Capt. The carrier was launched on Septemby Newport News Shipbuilding, Newport News. She is currently homeported at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. In addition to training, Roth cited teamwork as a key to Team Truman and Team Battle Axe’s success. CVN-75, nicknamed HST and Lone Warrior, was the first warship to be named for the 33rd president of the United States (POTUS), Harry S. Our training prior to this deployment has proven invaluable to provide the necessary support so we can accomplish our mission.” “I’m excited to support the Marines, Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen on the ground in Afghanistan. “It was a great honor to be the first pilot to fly in support of OEF during this deployment,” said Reedy. Truman in support of OEF this deployment. Joseph Reedy, commanding officer of the “Checkerboards” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, was the first pilot to launch from Harry S. Today’s flights represent the culmination of all our training.” It showcases the great capability of the carrier strike group to provide air power from the sea until the last day are on the ground.
“The first flight represents the payoff of all the hard work and is a reflection of the effectiveness of our fleet response training plan. “For over a year, we have been training hard as a carrier strike group and with our air wing at sea,” said Capt. Truman (CVN 75) as part of its regularly scheduled deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) Aug. Carrier Air Wing 3 flew its first fixed-wing aircraft sorties from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S.
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