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March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

Department of the Navy FY 2024 President’s Budget: A Stronger Navy Ahead

The Department of the Navy has released its FY 2024 President’s Budget, which aims to build a stronger and more capable Navy. The budget includes a total funding request of 8$211.7 billion, with a focus on modernization, readiness, and innovation.

One of the key takeaways from the budget is the emphasis on investing in new technologies and capabilities, such as unmanned systems, artificial intelligence, and cyber warfare. This reflects the Navy’s recognition that future conflicts will be fought in multiple domains, including the digital realm.

The Department of the Navy’s (DON) FY 2024 President’s Budget (PB24) request is $255.8B, an increase of $11.1B or 4.5% from the FY 2023 enacted budget.

The FY 2024 President’s Budget for the Department of the Navy has a total funding request of $211.7 billion.
The budget prioritizes modernization, readiness, and innovation.
The Navy aims to invest in new technologies and capabilities such as unmanned systems, artificial intelligence, and cyber warfare.
The budget emphasizes readiness by increasing the number of ships and aircraft in the fleet and investing in maintenance and training programs.
PmThe Navy plans to improve infrastructure and facilities, including shipyards, naval bases, and research facilities.

Overall, the budget demonstrates a commitment to building a stronger and more capable Navy, ready to face the challenges of the 21st century.

March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

Heaving a Line: The Importance of Teamwork and Precision on Board the USS George H.W. Bush

Seaman Isaiah Harris and Seaman Devon Harris, both assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush, are the stars of the deck as the ship arrives in Souda Bay, Greece. As the vessel, along with the embarked staff of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10, gets ready for its scheduled port visit, these two sailors are hard at work heaving a line.

This may seem like a simple task, but it plays a crucial role on board a Navy ship. It’s a time-honored tradition that ensures safe mooring and docking, and for Seaman Harris and Seaman Harris, it’s an opportunity to showcase their teamwork and precision in a high-pressure environment.

Their dedication and hard work represent the kind of professionalism that makes the George H.W. Bush CSG a force to be reckoned with in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, where they defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

March 12, 2023March 12, 2023

USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group Completes Multi-Week Exercise to Ensure Combat Readiness

The United States Navy’s newest and most advanced aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, recently led a multi-week exercise to fully certify the carrier strike group’s combat readiness. The exercise, which took place in the Pacific Ocean, involved a fleet of warships that were tested in scenarios simulating real-world combat situations.

The USS Gerald R. Ford, which was commissioned in 2017, is the lead ship of the Gerald R. Ford class of aircraft carriers. It is the first new carrier design in over 40 years and incorporates advanced technologies that enhance its operational capabilities.

During the exercise, the carrier’s crew worked around the clock to ensure everything was functioning perfectly. Planes were launched and retrieved on the flight deck, weapons were loaded onto aircraft, and communications equipment was tested. The other ships in the strike group were engaged in their own exercises, focusing on anti-submarine warfare tactics, air defense scenarios, surface warfare, and anti-piracy exercises.

As the exercise progressed, the scenarios became more complex and intense, testing the strike group’s readiness to respond to any threat. Despite the intensity of the training, morale remained high among the crew. They knew that the skills they were honing could one day save lives and protect their country.

The strike group was tested in a variety of scenarios, from air attacks to submarine warfare. The sailors were constantly on high alert, ready to respond to any threat. The exercises were designed to fully certify the carrier strike group’s combat readiness, ensuring that they were prepared for any situation they may face in the future.

Finally, after weeks of intense training, the strike group returned to port. The sailors were exhausted but proud of what they had accomplished. They had proven their readiness to take on any challenge that came their way, and they knew that they were part of one of the most formidable fighting forces in the world.

The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group’s multi-week exercise to fully certify their combat readiness demonstrates the United States Navy’s commitment to maintaining a strong and capable fighting force. The advanced technologies and skills honed during the exercise will ensure that the Navy is prepared to face any threat to national security.

March 10, 2023March 10, 2023

Navy Tech Bridge Matters

The United States Navy has long been at the forefront of technological innovation and advancement. However, in recent years, it has become clear that the Navy needs to adapt to new technologies more quickly and efficiently in order to remain competitive in an increasingly complex and rapidly evolving global security environment. That is where the Navy Tech Bridge program comes in.

The Navy Tech Bridge program, which is part of the larger Navy Agility Office, is a collaborative effort that aims to connect the Navy with private sector companies and academic institutions to accelerate the adoption of new technologies. The program currently operates in six different regions across the United States: New England, the Mid-Atlantic, the South, the Midwest, the Southwest, and the West Coast.

The program’s focus is on developing partnerships between the Navy and private sector entities that have expertise in areas such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and cybersecurity. Through these partnerships, the Navy is able to leverage the knowledge and resources of these organizations to more quickly and effectively develop and implement new technologies that can enhance its operational capabilities.

One of the key reasons why the Navy Tech Bridge program matters is that it helps the Navy to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to technological innovation. As new technologies emerge and evolve at an increasingly rapid pace, it is crucial for the Navy to be able to identify and adopt those technologies quickly in order to maintain its edge over potential adversaries. The Navy Tech Bridge program helps to facilitate that process by connecting the Navy with private sector entities that are on the cutting edge of technological innovation.

In addition to its benefits for the Navy, the Navy Tech Bridge program also has positive implications for the broader economy. By facilitating partnerships between the Navy and private sector companies, the program creates opportunities for innovation and collaboration that can lead to new jobs and economic growth in the regions where it operates.

Americans for a Stronger Navy, a non-profit education and advocacy organization that supports a strong and technologically advanced United States Navy, has been a vocal supporter of the Navy Tech Bridge program. In a statement, the organization said that it “applauds the Navy’s efforts to build bridges with the private sector and academia to accelerate the adoption of new technologies that can enhance the Navy’s operational capabilities.” Americans for a Stronger Navy recognizes the importance of staying ahead of potential adversaries and believes that the Navy Tech Bridge program is an important step in that direction.

Overall, the Navy Tech Bridge program is an innovative and important initiative that has the potential to significantly enhance the Navy’s technological capabilities. By facilitating partnerships between the Navy and private sector entities, the program helps to ensure that the Navy remains at the forefront of technological innovation and is able to adapt quickly to new challenges and opportunities.

Most Common Focus Areas

Artificial Intelligence, Unmanned Systems, CyberMachine Learning, Modeling and Simulation, Autonomous Systems, Advanced manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, Digitalis EngineeringpHigh Performance, Computing Command, and Control, Data Analytics.

As a naval organization, the United States Navy has an interest in a wide range of topics related to maritime operations, national security, and defense. Some of the key areas of interest for the Navy include:

Naval warfare and tactics
Naval aviation and air defense
Surface ship operations and maintenance
Undersea operations, including submarines and unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs)
Cybersecurity and information technology
Space operations and satellite communications
Maritime security and counterterrorism
Intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR)
Logistics and supply chain management
Environmental sustainability and conservation
Medical and health services for naval personnel
Research and development of new technologies for naval operations
International partnerships and cooperation with allied navies
Education and training for naval personnel.
These topics are all critical to the Navy’s mission of defending the United States and its allies, maintaining global security and stability, and ensuring freedom of navigation on the world’s oceans.

March 10, 2023March 12, 2023

Tom Cruise Visits USS George H.W. Bush and Shows Appreciation for Navy Service

In a recent visit to the USS George H.W. Bush aircraft carrier, Hollywood actor Tom Cruise, who portrays Maverick in the upcoming movie “Top Gun: Maverick,” met with the ship’s crew and Marines to show his appreciation for their service. During the visit, the crew demonstrated their capabilities and gave Cruise a glimpse of what life is like aboard a carrier.

The visit was not the first time Cruise has been involved with the Navy. He previously visited the USS Theodore Roosevelt and USS Harry S. Truman to research for his role in “Top Gun: Maverick” and worked closely with Naval aviators to ensure authenticity in the movie’s flying scenes.

The Americans for a Strong Navy organization, which advocates for a strong U.S. Navy, salutes the crew of the USS George H.W. Bush and expresses gratitude towards Tom Cruise for supporting the Navy. The organization believes that a strong Navy is essential for maintaining global peace and stability.

The George H.W. Bush CSG is on a scheduled deployment in the NAVEUR area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

March 8, 2023March 8, 2023

Secretary of the Navy warns China’s warship production outpacing US, emphasizes need for acceleration

The Secretary of the Navy, Carlos Del Toro, has expressed concerns over China’s faster production of warships, which could impact the future of the US Navy. Del Toro has called for an acceleration of efforts to keep up with China’s naval modernization by building more warships and expanding its fleet. The report emphasizes the significance of the US Navy’s industrial base in supporting the production of advanced naval technologies. Del Toro made these remarks during a speech at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

Takeaways

The Secretary of the Navy has warned that China is outpacing the US in warship production, posing a threat to American naval supremacy.

The US needs to accelerate its efforts to keep up with China’s naval modernization, including building more warships and expanding its fleet.

The US Navy’s industrial base is crucial in supporting the production of advanced naval technologies.

These remarks were made by the Secretary of the Navy during a speech at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

March 7, 2023March 7, 2023

USS Ronald Reagan Rotation Scheduled

The United States plans to replace its Japan-based aircraft carrier, the USS Ronald Reagan, by 2025 with a newer, more advanced vessel capable of accommodating new fighter jets and other advanced systems. The move is seen as part of the US efforts to maintain its military presence in the Indo-Pacific region amid increasing security challenges from China and North Korea. The new carrier is expected to be larger and morpadvanced than the current Ronald Reagan, and will be able to accommodate the latest F-35B fighter jets and unmanned aerial vehicles.

In November 2021, the USS Ronald Reagan participated in a joint naval exercise with South Korea, which involved aircraft carrier operations, anti-submarine warfare, and other training scenarios aimed at enhancing the allies’ ability to work together in defending against potential threats from North Korea.

In August 2021, the USS Ronald Reagan arrived in Hawaii for a scheduled port visit, during which sailors had the opportunity to participate in community outreach events and explore the local area.

In July 2021, the USS Ronald Reagan departed from its home port in Yokosuka, Japan, to begin a scheduled deployment in the Indo-Pacific region, during which it would conduct a variety of training exercises and operations aimed at promoting stability and security in the region.

In May 2021, the USS Ronald Reagan participated in a joint naval exercise with the Royal Australian Navy, which involved training in anti-submarine warfare, air defense, and other scenarios aimed at improving the two countries’ interoperability and ability to operate together in the region.

March 7, 2023March 7, 2023

Navy Adopts Augmented Reality and Awards Contract

ThirdEye Gen, a provider of augmented and mixed reality solutions, has won a contract from the US Navy to enhance its operations with augmented reality technology. The company will provide its X2 MR Glasses and software platform to enable hands-free access to critical information in real-time. The technology will improve situational awareness, reduce errors, and enhance the overall performance of Navy personnel. The contract marks a significant milestone for ThirdEye Gen as it expands its presence in the defense industry.

Why does this matter?

The US Navy has recognized the potential benefits of augmented reality technology in enhancing its operations. With the use of ThirdEye Gen’s X2 MR Glasses and software platform, Navy personnel can access critical information in real-time and hands-free, which improves their situational awareness and reduces errors. The technology can also enhance the overall performance of Navy personnel, thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of their operations.

How does Augmented Reality work?

Augmented reality (AR) is a technology that overlays digital information or virtual objects onto the real-world environment in real-time. It’s different from virtual reality (VR) which creates a completely immersive, computer-generated environment.

AR can be experienced through devices like smartphones, tablets, or special glasses that use cameras, sensors, and software to superimpose digital content on the user’s view of the physical world. This can include anything from 3D models and animations to text, images, and videos.

AR has a wide range of applications, from gaming and entertainment to education, healthcare, and manufacturing. It can also be used for training and simulation purposes, as well as in military and defense operations to enhance situational awareness and decision-making capabilities.

March 7, 2023March 7, 2023

Retention award for USS George Washington

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday officiates a re-enlistment aboard USS George Washington. The ship received the FY-22 Retention Excellence Best in Class award for U.S. Pacific Fleet.

The USS George Washington, a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, has been awarded the Distinguished Retention Excellence Award for the 2020 retention cycle. The award recognizes the ship’s outstanding performance in retaining its talented sailors and ensuring that they are able to serve at their highest potential. The ship’s commanding officer praised the crew’s hard work and dedication in achieving this honor, and emphasized the importance of retaining top talent to maintain the ship’s readiness and effectiveness.

The USS George Washington is the fourth United States Navy ship to be named after George Washington, the first president of the United States. Its commissioning in 1992 marked the first time a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier had been built in over a decade, and it has since played a significant role in various military operations and humanitarian missions around the world. The ship can carry up to 90 aircraft and has a crew of over 5,000 personnel, making it one of the largest and most powerful warships in the world.

March 7, 2023March 7, 2023

U.S. Navy Band’s Top Sailor Announced

Musician 1st Class Adele Demi, of Colorado Springs, CO.

Musician 1st Class Adele Demi, a 2003 Coronado High School graduate, was selected as the Washington, D.C.-based command’s Sailor of the Year for 2022, according to Navy officials as reported in

“I’m just so honored to be selected because everyone I work with is so hardworking and talented,” Demi said. “I feel very lucky that they selected me out of all the wonderful people who work here.” she was quoted as saying.

Enlisting into the Navy was a career left turn for Demi. Having earned a bachelor’s degree in music education and a master’s in clarinet performance from the University of Northern Colorado, she seemed well on her way to becoming a classical musician when she learned about the Navy’s music program.

When she realized she could serve her country and pursue a music career at the same time, she decided it was too good an opportunity to pass up and joined the Navy in 2012.

“I became aware that the Navy provided one of the most stable, secure and fulfilling careers that I could possibly want,” Demi said. “I realized that this incredible opportunity was out there if I was willing to go for it. So I went for it.”

An enlisted sailor with a bachelor’s and a postgraduate degree would be atypical just about anywhere except for the Navy Band, Demi said.

“This command is really unique in that just about everybody has at least one degree in music, if not two,” she said. “That surprised me at first.”

One of the highlights of Demi’s career took place on March 6, 2022. In recognition of International Women’s Day, NBC’s “Today” show highlighted Cmdr. Billie Farrell, commanding officer of the USS Constitution. Farrell, who assumed command of “Old Ironsides” in January 2022, is the first woman to helm the warship in its 225-year history.

Demi’s band was asked to travel to New York City and play the Navy’s anthem, “Anchors Aweigh,” during the television segment honoring Farrell. When Demi was asked to conduct the band, she didn’t hesitate.

“It was an opportunity that came up at the last minute, as our jobs sometimes do,” she said. “We went up (to New York City) the night before, and the next morning, there we were, playing ‘Anchors Aweigh’ on the ‘Today’ show. It was awesome.”

The Navy Band’s travel itinerary is approaching full swing after being disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Demi said. It is touring the western part of the U.S. with plans to visit Kansas, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Nevada and California.

After that, Demi will prepare to join the Navy’s officer ranks. Last month, she was selected for commission as a limited duty officer. In October, she will commission as a Navy bandmaster — one of about 30 in the entire service, officials said.

Barring the unforeseen, Demi plans to make the Navy a career.

“I’m in it for the long haul,” she said. “I really believe in the mission of the Navy bands. I see the work that they’re doing, and I want to (continue to) be a part of that.”

Demi, who last year helped facilitate a nationwide audition talent search that filled 17 critical vacancies, said she’d like more people to know about the music program’s existence.

“We have the distinct honor of representing 350,000 active-duty sailors and telling their story,” she said. “I’m really proud that I’m able to do that.”