Naval Air Station Oceana

It’s Friday…and you know what that means! 😉

Happy from our hardworking squadrons at NAS Oceana!

🎉A big welcome to our newest members of Team Oceana! 🎉

NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Josh Appezzato had the opportunity to welcome this year’s Project SEARCH interns during the program’s orientation today.

These interns will work in various departments around the installation like our recreation facilities, the Navy Exchange, and more.

Now in its fourth year at NAS Oceana, this innovative and inspiring program provides real-life experiences, education, and training to young adults with intellectual or developmental challenges. Project SEARCH’s mission is for their interns to make successful transitions to productive adult life and competitive employment.

Royal Navy joins US Navy for virtual training to enhance carrier operations Royal Navy and US Navy officers primed themselves for front-line carrier operations using an advanced virtual operations centre in Virginia.

Join our amazing Child and Youth Programs team!

NAS Oceana will be hosting TWO hiring events August 24 and September 28 from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Midway Manor Youth Center (4200 Yorktown Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23453). 💼 Both events are open to the public!

For information about available positions and more, please visit 👉 https://www.navylifema.com/hiringevents

📸 ✈️ Some snapshots from NAS Oceana’s former commanding officer Capt. Steve Djunaedi’s final flight yesterday!

Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana and Dam Neck Annex, along with three other Navy installations, received Hampton Roads Sanitation Department’s Pretreatment Excellence Award July 30, 2024.

The award recognizes businesses and organizations in Hampton Roads that exhibited exemplary permit compliance and pollution prevention measures in 2023.

“It’s an honor to be recognized for our commitment to protecting the environment and the community that we are very much a part of.” Andrea Arredondo, NAS Oceana installation environmental program director said. “This award acknowledges the hard work and dedication of our entire team to keep us in perfect compliance.”

Learn more about the award here: https://cnrma.cnic.navy.mil/News/Article/3870666/nas-oceana-recognized-for-keeping-community-waterways-safe/

The female Summer Dress White Short-Sleeve Overblouse is HERE!

For additional details, please visit: https://www.mynavyexchange.com/uniformfit

The female Summer Dress White Short-sleeve Overblouse is HERE! You spoke, we listened, and we delivered ➡️ Join us at the Hampton Roads Fit Clinic (Aug. 13-16, 0900-1600) to find your perfect ‘fit’ with the help of our experts! No purchase necessary, but blouses will be available for immediate purchase & wear.
For additional details, please visit: https://www.mynavyexchange.com/uniformfit

Our very own Commanding Officer Josh Appezzato and AC2 Logan Orrell are reppin’ NAS Oceana for the Norfolk Tides Navy Night tonight!

Capt. Josh Appezzato relieved Capt. Steve Djunaedi as commanding officer of Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana during a change of command ceremony today.

During the ceremony, Djunaedi expressed his gratitude to the many individuals he had the opportunity to work with as commanding officer, both in uniform and in the surrounding community.

“I learned everything I know about service, leadership and community from the Navy, and from the people that make up our incredible team here at NAS Oceana,” Djunaedi said. “The people that make up ‘Team Oceana’ understand what we do here everyday matters, and makes a difference to the lives of our service members, civilian workforce, and their families. That level of commitment and compassion does not go unnoticed. Thank you for everything. Serving alongside you has been an honor beyond words.”

On behalf of Team Oceana, fair winds and following seas and congratulations to Captain Steve Djunaedi, who will retire after 28 years of service to the Navy and our nation!

Friendly reminder!

Dam Neck Annex's main gate will be closed Sunday, Aug 11 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Please utilize the south gate off of Sandpiper Road in Sandbridge during that time.

As always, please be patient and courteous with our security forces, who are working hard to keep you safe and our installation secure. Thank you!

⚠️TRAFFIC ADVISORY⚠️

Dam Neck Annex's main gate will be closed Sunday, Aug 11 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Please utilize the south gate off of Sandpiper Road in Sandbridge during that time.

Phantom Blvd. will be closed Monday, July 29 through Saturday, August 31 due to scheduled construction. Please follow posted detour signs to Oceana Blvd. for access between Tomcat Blvd. and Harpers Road.

As always, please be patient and courteous with our security forces, who are working hard to keep you safe and our installation secure. Thank you!

Virginia Beach City Government

👀 We see you, VFA 81 Sunliners ☀️ and The Red Rippers 🐗!

📍ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 2, 2024) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the “Sunliners” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81, left, and an F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the “Red Rippers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, right, launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Aug. 2.

The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is underway in the Atlantic Ocean completing integrated naval warfighting training.

Composite Unit Training Exercises are an intense, multi-week exercise designed to fully integrate a carrier strike group as a cohesive, multi-mission fighting force, to assess their ability to carry out sustained combat operations from the sea, and drive future warfighting development.

(U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew Nass)

Navy Wounded Warrior allows service members to focus on their recovery while a team of experts resolves non-medical problems and prepares them for transition back to active duty or civillian life.

Learn more about how this program could help you or a loved one: https://www.navywoundedwarrior.com/

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro visited NAS Oceana today to host an all hands call for squadrons of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3 yesterday.

“The achievements and actions of Carrier Air Wing 3 are indeed worthy of the Navy Unit Commendation and Combat Action Ribbon awarded earlier this year,” said Secretary Del Toro. “For nearly nine months, Carrier Air Wing 3 delivered exceptional naval power as part of the IKE Strike Group, defending innocent civilian merchant mariners in waters critical to the flow of international commerce.”

Read more below!

Secretary of the Navy Hosts All Hands Call for Carrier Air Wing 3 The Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro hosted an all hands call for Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3 squadrons at Naval Air Station Oceana on Aug. 6. CVW-3, as part of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKECSG), returned from a nine-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th areas of operation....

Did someone say, ‘breakfast burritos’? ☀️🍳

The Coop - Virginia will be on the flight line every Monday and Wednesday from 0700-1100!

*Here’s where they’ll be Wednesday, August 6:
🌯Hangar 122/145: 0700-1100

*Note: Times and hangar locations are subject to change based on availability. Follow on Instagram for schedule updates!

Got the spirit? We want to hear it!

Our Navy CYP is looking for volunteer cheerleading coaches. This is a great chance to give back and support NAS Oceana and military families!

Happy from NAS Oceana’s Commanding Officer, Capt. Steve Djunaedi and Air Operations Officer, Cmdr. Jerry Humphrey!

Have an awesome weekend, everyone!

Looking for ways to simplify your rating process? 🫵

Meet with Enlisted Community Managers and rate detailers to enhance your Navy career.

To learn more about Professional Apprenticeship Career Track, visit: https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Career-Management/Detailing/Enlisted/Shore-Special/PACT/

EDIT: For all personnel in JEB Little Creek, the new location for the PACT Engagements is now the following:
Navy College and Base Library
1481 D St.
Bldg 3016 RM 236/237
Virgina Beach, VA

Naval Station Norfolk
Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story
Naval Air Station Oceana

Yesterday, we honored our incredible NAS Oceana / Dam Neck MWR lifeguards.

These dedicated professionals were recognized by NAS Oceana Commanding Officer, Capt. Steve Djunaedi and Executive Officer Capt. Josh Appezzato at Aeropalms Water Park, which just reopened this summer.

Our lifeguards are the unsung heroes who ensure our safety to allow us to enjoy the fun and relaxation that our water park offers.

Thank you for your hard work and dedication! 🏊‍♂️🛡️

Check out some of these photos from last week’s NAS Oceana Branch Health Clinic Back to School Rodeo!

The clinic’s Back to School Rodeo helps military families get ahead of the first-day-of-school rush with quick and easy medical appointments in a fun and educational environment. Some even scored a photo opp with Sparky the Firedog!

Navy and Marine Corps Force Health Protection Command
Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fire & Emergency Services

Love kids? Become a Navy Family Child Care (FCC) Provider! As an FCC provider, you will:

✅ Run a self-employed childcare business from the comfort of your home!
✅ Receive subsidies, training, monthly support, and supplies!
✅ Receive amazing financial incentives and paid federal holidays.

Take the next step and apply to be an FCC provider today @ www.NavyLifeMA.com/FCC

Happy , everyone! Have a great weekend and enjoy the well-deserved sunshine.☀️

⚠️TRAFFIC ADVISORY⚠️

Dam Neck Annex's main gate will be closed Sunday, Aug 11 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Please utilize the south gate off of Sandpiper Road in Sandbridge during that time.

Phantom Blvd. will be closed Monday, July 29 through Saturday, August 31 due to scheduled construction. Please follow posted detour signs to Oceana Blvd. for access between Tomcat Blvd. and Harpers Road.

As always, please be patient and courteous with our security forces, who are working hard to keep you safe and our installation secure. Thank you!

Virginia Beach City Government

Join FFSC for Parenting in a Military Family! During this class we will discuss:

❣️Parenting through deployment
❣️Supporting your children during a PCS
❣️Managing stress reactions as a result of the military lifestyle
❣️ & much more!!!

📍FFSC Oceana, T-109 Room
📅Monday, August 5th
⏰ 0830-1330

✅Registering is free & easy! ✅
📲Call (757)-433-2912
💻Email [email protected]