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USS George Washington (CVN 73)

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Haven't heard from my son for 3 months

Started by Matt Sauber. Last reply by Jonathan Cooper Jul 16, 2015. 3 Replies

CVN-73 Mailing address

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Comment by Brad on October 28, 2009 at 10:07am
The GW fleet should be arriving into Hong Kong soon, Garrett was told they may be there between Halloween and his birthday, which is today! That is not such a bad present, to get liberty in Hong Kong, hey!
Comment by proudmomof5 on October 25, 2009 at 1:15pm
Hi all, I just joined navydads site. My son received his orders last week & will be joining the fleet after Thanksgiving. I look forward to getting to know you & share experiences. Have a good Sunday afternoon.
Comment by Ed A on October 14, 2009 at 9:58pm
My son is on the USS Shiloh which I believe is out right now with the GW. I would love to hear any news about what is going on with the carrier group. He e-mailed last Saturday and said they were in some rough water but things were going well.
Comment by Brad on October 12, 2009 at 8:46pm
Hello, back from my trip to Japan and Hong Kong. Final pics are up, plus a video of the test drop of a torpedo from their Helo during the previous tour. What an awesome time! Plus getting to speak with the Chiefs, was inspirational while meeting all the AW's for a gathering to honor them from both squadrons stationed at Atsugi Airbase. They appreciated a father there showing support from back home to all of them. I can't tell you what an awesome night that was!
Comment by Brad on October 7, 2009 at 3:12am
Yes, we missed it. The GW left I think on Monday and Garrett as the only AW with PC qualification was asked to launch all the Helo's from Atsugi to fly onto the GW after it got out to sea. Then Garrett was honored with being hand picked as one of four AW's to go on the USS Cowpens to serve the single Helo and fly on as it departed earlier than the scheduled 10/7 original date due to the typhoon that was coming. This assignment will give him many more flights and opportunities to complete various quals than he would have sharing the flights as a part of the many AW's on the GW. He told me how much he is looking forward to the challenges placed before him, and his two Chiefs told me of their complete confidence they have in him, which is all a father could hope to hear! I pray for those in the fleet out to sea trying to navigate around this Typhoon, and also for those on our bases left behind to face the rath of its fury. May there be no losses of lives or property.
Comment by Brad on October 6, 2009 at 1:16pm
Additional pics are up. I enjoyed my visit in Tokyo. These pics are from his visits during his first time on tour from Japan to Australia, Singapore and Manilia and back. I will post the remaining pics in about a week from a special party with the AW/Rescue Swimmers at Atsugi Airstation while I was there.
Comment by Brad on October 1, 2009 at 9:05pm
Arrived in Japan to see Garrett. Initial 3 pics are up. Hope to send more later if the rain stops and we can go sightseeing! It is great to be here!
Comment by Brad on September 29, 2009 at 9:55am
Well, it is time to leave for Japan in the very early morning tomorrow. What an exciting opportunity to see the US Naval Airstation in Atsugi and probably the Yokosuka port where the USS George Washington is for myself, and also learn where Garrett spends his time while in home port. Of course the best part is to give him a hug, and let him show me his world. I look forward to reporting back what it is like and sharing those pictures when I can.
Comment by Brad on September 18, 2009 at 6:57pm
An extraordinary thing happend today. I had a trip planed to Hong Kong with my MBA class starting Oct 3, but today Garrett called to say the GW will be slightly delayed in departing for their next tour until after that date now, which can allow for me to re-route to get out and see him in Japan before they leave!! This is unbelievable how God works things to His purpose. I previously checked and no flights were available when needed yet today one seat became available on one of those rare frequent flyer slots. I can't wait now to leave 9/30 and see him 10/1 for two and a half days! It dosen't get much better than this!
Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on September 12, 2009 at 12:50am
HooYah Brad....our Navy boys come through again!!
 

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