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US Navy

The US Navy is a service branch of the US Armed Forces that deals with naval warfare. It is the world’s largest naval force, and has the largest carrier fleet, operating 286 ships in active service and over 3,700 aircrafts.

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What is the air force equivalent of an army quartermaster?

Parachute Rigger. United States Air Force parachute riggers are trained at Sheppard AFB, Texas. The career field is classified under "Aircrew Flight Equipment" . Airmen attend a 3½-month course learning to inspect, pack, and repair emergency parachutes, as well as a wide variety of other types of aircrew equipment. Once graduated from this technical school, students are assigned to a duty location where they are further instructed using on the job training.USAF aerial delivery riggers (2T2X1) packed training airdrop loads for airlift units in peacetime; wartime airdrop missions would be rigged by Army riggers. In recent years, uniformed Air Force riggers have been replaced by contract civilian employees since the mission does not require deployment overseas, and instead consists of supporting training missions at home station.

In mid-2009, the Air Force's 98th Virtual Uniform Board announced "Airmen earning and awarded the Army Parachute Riggers badge are authorized permanent wear on all uniform combinations. For the airman battle uniform and the battle dress uniform, the badge will be blue. On the desert combat uniform the approved color is brown." Previous guidance had limited the wear of the badge to airmen attached to Army rigger units.

What does navy NEC stand for?

NEC stands for Navy Enlisted Classification; it is the Navy equivalent to the Army and Marine Corps' Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) and the Air Force's Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC).

The number assigned specifies the Enlisted member's job specialty; a sailor can have several NEC's given training over time. As an example, I had 4 NEC's as a result of going through advanced Sonar training (analog and digital systems) twice.

Was latin the first language ever used?

Not even close. Latin wasn't spoken as a language until sometime around 700 BC. The Egyptians were already 2000+ years into their civilization, by then.

So, was Egyptian the first language?

How is the aircraft wing attached to the body?

They're usually attached to the fuselage by strong bolts. These bolts are normally hidden from view - and accessed by a small panel.

What makes us have a year?

It's the movement of our whole planet earth around the sun. When the earth goes around the sun one full time, that is one year. We don't feel this movement because the earth is so big.

How can you get a copy of your honorable discharge papers from the navy in 1959?

The easiest way would be to contact the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Or you could contact a local Navy recruiter, they'd be able to point you in the right direction.

Which borders does us military still guard?

The US military did have a role in guarding the border of the Republic of Korea (South Korea) and the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea (North Korea) under the premises of the United Nations, but that mission is conducted solely by the ROK Army now. Iraq's borders are now being guarded by Iraqi personnel (perhaps with the presence of US advisors still, although these are just as likely to be contractors as they are military personnel). All in all, the US military isn't guarding any borders, although some National Guard units have been tasked to assist the Customs and Border Patrol.

What are the results of joining the navy?

Joining the navy can result in opportunities for personal and professional growth, the chance to serve your country, and the potential to travel and experience different cultures. It can also provide access to specialized training and education, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to build strong lifelong connections with fellow servicemembers.

What do you have to pay for when you are at the US Naval Academy?

Each Midshipman receives a fixed percentage of the salary earned by a Second Lieutenant or Ensign and that amounts to about $7,200 and is subject to both state and Federal Income Taxes as well as social security deductions. They have an established account used for the purchase of their uniforms, laundry, dry cleaning, haircuts, books, computers, activity fees and shoe repair. A fixed amount is deposited monthly into a personal checking account. They do not become wealthy but the amount is sufficient for their needs. Tuition, room, utilities and family style, high quality and nutritious meals are furnished at no charge.

What government branch does US Customs fall under?

The Executive Branch. United States Customs and Border Protection is an agency of the Department of Homeland Security.

If you get kicked out of the Air Force for marijuana can you join the Marines?

No - the enlistement standards fo the Marine Corps are higher than the Air Force and other service branches.

In general, if the government decides to deliberately separate you for misconduct prior to your EOS, you're not eligible for service in any other branch. It doesn't make any difference which branch it happened in - the offense is agains the Federal Government, not just a military branch, even though the offense is punishable under the UCMJ rather than public law.

Is a book editor the same as a book reviewer?

A book editor takes the book from the writer and removes a number of the words. Frequently, with novels, the editor throws out the first four chapters. Ernest Hemingway edited Thomas Wolf's novels. He removed almost half of Wolf's material. After the editor has done his work, the novel is published.

The reviewer receives a copy of the novel and writes his opinion of the book. (Reviewers also review films and plays.) The reviews appear in newspapers and on TV and a few other places. The reviewers recommend people either purchase the book or do not purchase the book.

When was The Navy vs. the Night Monsters created?

The Navy vs. the Night Monsters was created in 1966.

Is there lots of partying in the US Navy?

Yes there is as long as you've done your work for the day then of course you can party after your done working. You just need to be ready for work the next day of work.

What does seabees stand for?

a member of one of the construction battalions of the Civil Engineer Corps of the US Navy.

How do you get discharged from the navy if you have family issues at home that need your attention?

You'll need to contact the base's Legal Department and the Red Cross to qualify for a hardship discharge . Justify "Hardship or Dependency." A member's family is suffering severe financial , physical or psychological problems . This would include issues stemming from death , debilitating illness and divorce leaving a family member in a potentially permanent adverse condition . You will need to document your familial situation and justify how your separation will address it . You must also show failed efforts to implement alternative solutions . You may receive a full discharge or be placed in the inactive reserves .

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What is a xoi in the navy?

The Navy acronym "XOI" stands for "Executive Officer Inquiry". An XOI is a screening to determine if a case warrants escalation to Captain's Mast (Non-Judicial Punishment).

Can you visit a recruit at boot camp?

No.

The only two days an individual can visit a recruit at MCRD is during Visitor's Thursday or Graduation Friday.

Does post 911 gi bill back pay?

With a caveat to this question, yes it will back pay. I worked in student finance and dealt quite a bit with the Chapter 33 Post 911 GI Bill, and used it myself being an Air Force veteran. Here is the catch. You must first qualify for it, and most importantly have not exceeded the 10 year period you have to start using the benefits once you separate from the military. Once you have your Certificate of Eligibility, get with your schools finance office and let them know that is what you plan on using to fund your education. If you are taking classes at a campus, you will also get a housing allowance. If you were using government financial aid (student loans and grants) prior, you can have your Chapter 33 backdated not to exceed your 36 months of benefits. Be aware of 2 very important things to keep in mind because I had to deal with this allot with my students.

1. Some schools may have a limit on how far back they can establish your GI Bill benefits. They may only be able to backdate for the current academic year, some maybe two years, some maybe up to the three. Just be prepared for all those scenarios and have a contingency plan available.

2. If you have your benefits backdated you may encounter a cost of attendance issue that could result in financial aid (grants and loans) being reversed and sent back to the government. Is this the end of the world? No, because that is ultimately money you won't have to pay back. However, if you received refunds from the excess of the loans you received, it may result in very sizable balances that may not entirely offset depending on how long you are backdated. Cost of attendance issues can arise at ANY school that issues federal funding, so be prepared to ask about that with your finance advisor to ensure all ramifications are outlined prior to making the decision to implement your benefits effective at an earlier date.

Good luck!

Lieutenant commander can command what?

In my experience in the navy, a LCDR can be in command of a mine sweeper ship, which carries up to 120 sailors. Is not a combat ship, is more like a support ship. They can also command small reserve centers or Navy Operational Support Centers (NOSC). Also, they can be in charge of an air squadron, where they are call "Air Boss".

What branch in the us military has the best uniforms?

1st Place: U.S. Marine Corps

2nd Place: U.S. Navy

3rd Place: U.S. Army

4th Place: U.S. Air Force