Eaws Block 16 Naval Aviation Platforms And Missions

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What is the Overview?

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The shape of Naval Aviation is a dynamic and constantly changing force; aircraft models are introduced and retired however the mission of aviation in a maritime environment remains relatively unchanged. The challenge, both wartime and peacetime, demands change but our response is a constant force that brings stability to regions far from our shores.

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What are the Core Capabilities?

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We have six basic core capabilities that we address.- Forward Presence. Key capability that establishes maritime forces in regions throughout the world. The deployability and expeditionary character of Naval Aviation distinguishes it as the centerpiece of this core capability- Deterrence. Aligned to the national belief that preventing wars is as important as winning wars. Removing conditions for conflict, providing for the protection of forces deployed, and possessing superior military strength all serve to deter aggressors from acting- Sea Control. Protects the ability to operate freely at sea and is an important enabler of joint and interagency operations. Maintaining sea control relies on numerous maritime capabilities such as surveillance, detection, and attack of coastal surface, and subsurface platforms. These are missions readily executed by Naval Aviation assets in support of this capability- Power Projection. The ability to project from the sea is the essential combat element of the Maritime Strategy. This core capability is uniquely suited to the strengths of Naval Aviation- Maritime Security. The maintenance of security at sea and the mitigation of threats short of war. Combating terrorism, piracy drug trafficking, and other threats enhances global stability and protects U.S. shorelines.- Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Relief. A human obligation and a foundation of human character. The majority of the world's population lives within a few hundred miles of the ocean, meaning that access is best achieved by maritime forces.

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What are the Aviation Communities?

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- Helicopter Sea Combat (HSC). These units perform rescue, logistics, mine countermeasures, and eventually combat search-and-rescue missions- Helicopter Maritime Strike (HSM); Tasked with the primary roles of antisubmarine and anti-surface warfare, and secondary roles of logistics and rescue.- Helicopter Training (HT). Provides basic and advanced training of student Naval Aviators in rotary wing aircraft- Tactical Electronic Warfare (VAQ). Fixed wing squadrons that tactically exploit, supresses, degrade and decieve enemy electromagnetic defensive and offensive systems including communication, in support of air strike and fleet operations- Carrier Airborne Early Warning (VAW). Fixed wing carrier based squadron that provide early warning - Fleet Composite (VC). Fixed wing utility squadrons providing air services for the fleet such as simulations and target towing- Strike Fighter (VFA). Fixed wing squadrons employed for both fighter and attack missions.- Patrol (VP). Fixed wing land based squadrons that perform anti-submarine warfare, anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, reconnaissance and mining- Fleet Air Reconnaissance (VQ). Fixed wing squadrons that provide electronic warfare support to include search, interception, recording, and analysis of radiated electromagnetic energy. Selected squadrons serve as elements of the Worldwide Airborne Command Post System and provide communications relay services.- Aircraft Logistics Support (VR). Fixed Wing squadrons for the transport of personnel and supplies- Carrier Logistics Support (VRC). Fixed wing squadrons that transports personnel and supplies for carrier onboard delivery- Training (VT). Fixed wing squadrons that provides basic and advanced training for student naval aviators and flight officers-Air Test and Evaluation (VX/VXE). Fixed wing squadrons that test and evaluate the operational capabilities of new aircraft and equipment in an operational environment. They develop tactic and doctrines for their most effective use.