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“Napoleon,” a bomb-diffusing robot assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Mobile Unit 6 aboard USS Enterprise (CVN 65), takes part in a drill in the hangar bay with other members of the team.

Photo by MC3 Austin Rooney

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Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class (SW) Jose R. Ortiz fills a bottle of liquid nitrogen for Medical department in the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise’s (CVN 65) cryogenics shop.

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A: 6 sides of space if possiblesd

ESWS QUESTION OF THE DAYThe Shuttle is published and printed daily underway and weekly in port by the USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Media Department, FPO AE 09543-2810. This newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Please direct all story ideas, questions and comments to MC3 Peter Melkus at melkusp@cvn65.navy.mil.

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Know your Basic Military Requirements!Advancement exams are just around the corner, so here are some BMR review questions to help you advance to the next pay grade:

Questions:1. What was the main issue that drove the American Colonies and England to war in the American Revolution?2. Most watches in the Navy are of what duration?3. The basic disciplinary laws for the Navy are set fourth in howmanyofficialsources?4.Whichofthefollowingofficersisultimatelyresponsiblefor the safe navigation of the ship?5. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should be started within how many minutes of the onset of cardiac arrest?6. What is the title of the head of the Executive branch of the United States government?7. In which of the following countries did Commodore Matthew C. Perry sign a treaty in 1854?

Answers:1. Taxation without representation2. Four hours3. Three sources4.Thecommandingofficer5. Four minutes6. The President of the United States7. Japan

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By MC3 Austin RooneyUSS Enterprise Public Affairs

Enterprise Divers, EOD techs ready on arrival

USS ENTERPRISE, At sea – When a ship is at sea, the scenarios conducted during drills are not the stuff of fiction. They are all based on actual events which could easily be repeated - especially on a forward-deployed ship like the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), which is operating in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility Feb. 26. When hazards turn into mishaps, the ‘Kegbusters’ of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Mobile Unit 6, Platoon 642, based out of Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, are standing by ready to dive into the action. The ‘Kegbusters’ embarked aboard Big ‘E’ Jan. 13 and consist of seven members including Navy Divers(ND) and EOD technicians. EOD technicians specialize in the safe removal of ordnance and stopping ordnance malfunctions, while divers inspect ports for hazards and check the ship’s hull for potential problems. “This is a very important job for the entire fleet,” said Lt. Ryan Dennison, the officer in charge of the ‘Kegbusters.’ “Supporting the carrier strike group is an important part of our mission.”

Since flight operations play a large role aboard Big ‘E’, Dennison said that divers mainly assist in flight deck response in case of emergencies, but they can also be called on to check the ship’s propellers or rudders for damage. “Our main mission while aboard Enterprise is to

inspect piers and docks before the strike group pulls in,” said Navy Diver 3rd Class (DSW) Aleks Hoxie. “We’re also here in case something very bad happens.” If an aircraft were to go down in the ocean, the divers are on hand to salvage the parts, Hoxie said. The team can also

Explosive Ordnance Disposalman 1st Class (EWS) Kyle Chandler, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Mobile Unit 6 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), prepares to detonate a simulated bomb during a drill in the hangar bay with other members of the team.

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neutralize unfamiliar or threatening objects in the water. “If it involves going underwater – we can do it,” Chief Navy Diver (DSW/EXW/SW) James Halstead, an EOD 6 team member, who said that many situations arise where the team is needed. “We’re jacks of all trades.” “We get called on for any kind of salvage operation or natural disaster,” said Halstead. “After the earthquake in Haiti, Navy divers had to clear the harbor to make way for ships. Last year, divers actually found C-4 in a harbor that a U.S. Navy ship was going to pull into. We’re here to prevent things like the USS Cole from ever happening again.” To help EOD technicians and divers prepare for a deployment and perform their mission effectively, they first go through a rigorous four-month training cycle. During their stay aboard, the divers and technicians cross-train due to the specific nature of each of their jobs. While EOD technicians and divers have an important job in the strike group, members of the ‘Kegbusters’ are among the first to admit that they hope they will never have to do it.

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AM3 McCann, assigned to the “Rooks” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137, joined the Navy three-and-a-half years ago to get out into the world and gain new experiences. To McCann, the most rewarding aspect of her job is “the sense of self-accomplishment knowing that what we do every day helps save lives.” McCann aspires to one day go to school to be a physical therapist and start a family with her husband. During her free time, McCann enjoys hiking, camping and hot-tubbing with friends and family.

Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd ClassKaitlin McCann - Kearney, Nebraska

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