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NAVAL AIR STATION JACKSONVILLE


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Naval reservist pleads guilty to bribing NAS Jax employee to create Department of Defense ID cards

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The Department of Justice said a naval reservist pleaded guilty to bribing a public official who worked at Naval Air Station Jacksonville.

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Navy veteran, NASA astronaut reflects on importance of Space Coast to Florida’s economy

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A Navy veteran and NASA astronaut reflected on the importance of the Space Coast to Florida’s economy and the future of space exploration.

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‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseas

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The “Proud Warriors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 72 will return to Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Saturday evening after eight months overseas with Carrier Air Wing.

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‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron to return to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseas

Read full article: ‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron to return to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseas

The “Proud Warriors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 72 will return to Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Saturday evening after eight months overseas with Carrier Air Wing.

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Unexploded ordnance causes temporary evacuation at NAS Jacksonville

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Personnel from certain parts of Naval Air Station Jacksonville had to be evacuated for about 2 hours on Thursday after crews found unexploded ordnance while repairing concrete slabs.

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War Eagles Patrol Squadron VP-16 returns to NAS Jax after 6-month deployment

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War Eagles Patrol Squadron VP-16 returned home to Naval Air Station Jacksonville after a six-month deployment on Sunday.

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‘Tridents’ air squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment

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News4JAX will be on base today as the “Tridents” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 26 are welcomed home by their families following a six-month deployment.

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From service to soulmates: The WAVES love story that blossomed at NAS Jacksonville

Read full article: From service to soulmates: The WAVES love story that blossomed at NAS Jacksonville

Lois Talburt and her sister joined the WAVES during World War II after they lost their brother in the war. The decision changed the trajectory of Lois' life

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WAVES of change: The legacy of women who took the Navy by storm, broke barriers during World War II

Read full article: WAVES of change: The legacy of women who took the Navy by storm, broke barriers during World War II

As more and more men in the U.S. Navy deployed overseas during World War II, someone needed to fill traditionally male-dominated positions on the bases back home, like Naval Air Station Jacksonville. Enter the WAVES.

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Jacksonville allocates $200K for Jacksonville Beach Sea & Sky Air Show featuring the Blue Angels

Read full article: Jacksonville allocates $200K for Jacksonville Beach Sea & Sky Air Show featuring the Blue Angels

With the Blue Angels set to soar over the skies of Jacksonville Beach again this year in October, the Jacksonville City Council needs to approve $200,000 in funding for the Sea & Sky Air Show.

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Sea & Sky Air Show featuring Blue Angels back on books for Jacksonville Beach in 2025

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The Blue Angels will soar over the skies of Jacksonville Beach in 2025 after all when they return for the free Sea & Sky Air Show on Saturday, Oct. 25, and Sunday, Oct. 26.

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Blue Angels take on the Jacksonville skies with thousands of spectators on 1st day of Air Show

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The Naval Air Station Jacksonville (NAS Jacksonville) welcomed thousands of spectators Saturday who enjoyed the first day of the Air Show.

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Blue Angels prepare to soar high during NAS Jax Air Show this weekend

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The two-day show NAS Jacksonville Air Show is this Saturday and Sunday and is free and open to everyone.

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‘Swamp Foxes’ return to NAS Jacksonville following 9-month deployment overseas

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The “Swamp Foxes” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 74 will return home to NAS Jacksonville this weekend following a nine-month deployment overseas.

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Sea & Sky Air Show won’t take place at Jacksonville Beach in 2025

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Jacksonville Beach will not host the fan-fave Sky and Air Show in 2025, according to Mayor Chris Hoffman.

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From a Jacksonville flea market to the Vegas Strip: Retired veteran turns small business into upscale fashion store

Read full article: From a Jacksonville flea market to the Vegas Strip: Retired veteran turns small business into upscale fashion store

A Jacksonville native and his family spoke to News4JAX about how their strong faith and determination to grow landed them a spot in one of the most popular travel destinations in America.

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NAS Jacksonville helicopter makes emergency landing in Volusia County

Read full article: NAS Jacksonville helicopter makes emergency landing in Volusia County

A helicopter from Naval Air Station Jacksonville made an emergency landing in Volusia County on Wednesday morning.

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Nonprofit to host job fair at NAS Jacksonville to help veterans transition out of military, into workforce

Read full article: Nonprofit to host job fair at NAS Jacksonville to help veterans transition out of military, into workforce

A national nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans transition out of the military and into the workforce will host a career fair at Naval Air Station Jacksonville.

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‘Mad Foxes’ return home to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment in Japan

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Patrol Squadron Five (VP-5), the “Mad Foxes,” returned home to the Naval Air Station Jacksonville Monday morning after a six-month deployment in Misawa, Japan.

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Ugly weather doesn’t dampen beautiful homecoming for ‘Fighting Tigers’ of NAS Jax

Read full article: Ugly weather doesn’t dampen beautiful homecoming for ‘Fighting Tigers’ of NAS Jax

Despite less than beautiful weather, the sun shone in the hearts of many Wednesday at Naval Air Station Jacksonville as dozens of families welcomed home the "Fighting Tigers" of the VP-8 squadron following a six-month deployment to Japan.

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Naval Air Station Jacksonville welcomes new Commanding Officer

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Naval Air Station Jacksonville held its change of command ceremony Thursday. Executive Officer Capt. Gregory deWindt took over for Capt. Marcos Cantu.

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Local Navy helicopter pilot meets son for first time after nearly 9-month deployment

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One member of the "Spartans" helicopter squadron based out of NAS Jacksonville met his baby for the first time Sunday when the pilots returned from a nearly nine-month deployment.

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‘A lot of roots here’: Blue Angels stop by NAS Jax 10 months ahead of next Jacksonville show

Read full article: ‘A lot of roots here’: Blue Angels stop by NAS Jax 10 months ahead of next Jacksonville show

Two members of the Blue Angels visited Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Wednesday morning, 10 months ahead of the next Air Show Spectacular in Jacksonville.

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Woman fatally shot in Westside home; suspect dead in murder-suicide incident

Read full article: Woman fatally shot in Westside home; suspect dead in murder-suicide incident

A man police said was connected to the death of a woman found shot to death on Jacksonville’s westside is dead after a murder-suicide incident on Wednesday afternoon.

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Schools close, shelters open in Jacksonville as Hurricane Idalia threatens Florida

Read full article: Schools close, shelters open in Jacksonville as Hurricane Idalia threatens Florida

The latest updates on Hurricane Idalia preparations for Duval County.

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Jags’ ‘huddles’ spark questions about area surrounding ‘stadium of the future’

Read full article: Jags’ ‘huddles’ spark questions about area surrounding ‘stadium of the future’

It was a full house Friday at the Extreme Wing Sports Grill next to Naval Air Station Jacksonville for the Jaguars; fourth “Huddle Up” community meeting.

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Video shows school bus on fire near NAS Jax; children on board evacuated safely, JFRD says

Read full article: Video shows school bus on fire near NAS Jax; children on board evacuated safely, JFRD says

A Jacksonville school bus caught fire Thursday near Naval Air Station Jacksonville and sent massive flames and a black cloud of smoke into the air.

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Navy aviators reunited with their families after spending half a year overseas

Read full article: Navy aviators reunited with their families after spending half a year overseas

Members of Patrol Squadron 45, the Pelicans, reunited with loved ones at NAS JAX.

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Reunited! VP-10 ‘Red Lancers’ return from 6-month deployment

Read full article: Reunited! VP-10 ‘Red Lancers’ return from 6-month deployment

Welcome home!

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Training drills to be held at Naval Hospital Jacksonville on Friday

Read full article: Training drills to be held at Naval Hospital Jacksonville on Friday

If you hear explosions and gunfire from the Naval Hospital at Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Friday, don’t be alarmed — it’s only training drills.

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Blue Angels return to NAS Jacksonville: What to know if you go

Read full article: Blue Angels return to NAS Jacksonville: What to know if you go

We’ve got everything you need to know before you head to Naval Air Station Jacksonville for the big air show.

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Naval Hospital Jacksonville to hold training drills on Friday

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The Naval Hospital will be holding training evolutions on Oct. 21 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., which could include simulated explosions and gunfire, the Navy said.

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Driver fleeing hit & run crash dies after attempting to ram Birmingham Gate at NAS Jacksonville

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A driver who attempted to crash through the Birmingham Gate at Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Thursday morning died after gate sentries deployed the protective barrier that stopped the vehicle from entering the base, Navy officials said.

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Woman pleads guilty to vehicular homicide in 2019 road rage crash, gets 8 years in prison

Read full article: Woman pleads guilty to vehicular homicide in 2019 road rage crash, gets 8 years in prison

A woman was sentenced to eight years in prison in a case that authorities called a road rage incident that led to the death of a man in 2019, according to Duval County court records.

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Blue Angels return to NAS Jacksonville for 2-day show this weekend

Read full article: Blue Angels return to NAS Jacksonville for 2-day show this weekend

The Blue Angels are soaring back to Jacksonville for a two-day event!

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Local Coast Guard sector under new command following retirement of Capt. Vlaun

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The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville held a change-of-command ceremony Thursday morning at the Naval Station Mayport.

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Gary Sinise & Lt. Dan Band perform at NAS Jacksonville

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Naval Air Station Jacksonville hosted the Lt. Dan Band for a free concert Saturday evening.

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Face masks mandated for 5,500+ personnel at NAS Jacksonville

Read full article: Face masks mandated for 5,500+ personnel at NAS Jacksonville

While Naval Air Station Jacksonville has not changed its policy on face masks base-wide, thousands of personnel in the Fleet Readiness Center Southeast are now required to wear the protective equipment in indoor settings.

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Longtime aircraft being retired by Naval Air Station Jacksonville patrol squadron

Read full article: Longtime aircraft being retired by Naval Air Station Jacksonville patrol squadron

They say it’s the end of an era, but they’re excited for the new P8s to arrive.

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NAS Jacksonville: Amid world conflict, base trained generation of Navy pilots for battle

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Naval Air Station Jacksonville is the largest Naval base in the Southeast region and the third-largest in the United States.

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Military dog Benga begins next mission: Retirement

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A special ceremony was held Wednesday at Naval Air Station Jacksonville.

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Military dog Benga begins next mission: Retirement

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Call it a tail-wagging celebration as Benga, its chief master-at-arms military working dog, begins his retirement.

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Military dog Benga retires from NAS Jacksonville

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Naval Air Station Jacksonville is hosting a retirement ceremony for Chief Master-at-Arms Military Working Dog (MWD) Benga on Wednesday.

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NAS Jacksonville implementing temporary traffic change at Yorktown entrance

Read full article: NAS Jacksonville implementing temporary traffic change at Yorktown entrance

A temporary traffic shift is being implemented at the entrance of Naval Air Station Jacksonville for safety reasons after a number of recent crashes. according to a news release from the Navy.

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Motorcyclist killed in crash with truck on Roosevelt Boulevard near NAS Jacksonville gate

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A motorcyclist died Thursday morning in a crash with a truck on Roosevelt Boulevard near the Naval Air Station Jacksonville commercial gate, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

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Gunfire and explosions at NAS Jacksonville? It’s a drill for the hospital

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Residents living near Naval Air Station Jacksonville might hear the sounds of gunfire or explosions over the next four days on the base. Don't worry, it's all part of a drill to help train hospital staff.

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Sailors of ‘War Eagle’ and ‘Huntsmen’ return to base after 6 month deployment

Read full article: Sailors of ‘War Eagle’ and ‘Huntsmen’ return to base after 6 month deployment

The “War Eagles” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 16 and the “Huntsmen” of Mobile Tactical Operations Center-11 begin their transition back to Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Saturday after a six-month deployment to the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

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7 students hospitalized for ‘medical emergencies’ during award ceremony at NAS Jacksonville

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Seven students from Andrew Jackson High School’s Air Force Junior Reserve Officer’s Training Corps were transported to hospitals after “suffering medical emergencies” during a ceremony Thursday night at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, according to a news release.

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Training drills at Naval Hospital Jacksonville on Tuesday, Wednesday

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If you hear explosions and gunfire from the Naval Hospital at Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Thursday, don’t be alarmed -- it’s only training drills.

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Horses, K-9s help catch wanted suspect on Jacksonville naval base

Read full article: Horses, K-9s help catch wanted suspect on Jacksonville naval base

A man who authorities say crashed a stolen car and jumped a fence onto Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Wednesday morning remained hospitalized Thursday for dog bites.

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K-9 tracks down man who crashed, jumped fence onto NAS Jacksonville, officials say

Read full article: K-9 tracks down man who crashed, jumped fence onto NAS Jacksonville, officials say

A man who crashed a car Wednesday morning near Naval Air Station Jacksonville and then jumped the fence onto the base was taken into custody following an hourslong search, officials said.

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Gold Star families bond to find joy after deaths of loved ones

Read full article: Gold Star families bond to find joy after deaths of loved ones

The holidays can be difficult for people who’ve lost loved ones.

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Blue Angels’ 2023 air show schedule includes performance in Jacksonville Beach

Read full article: Blue Angels’ 2023 air show schedule includes performance in Jacksonville Beach

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels on Tuesday announced their 2023 air show schedule.

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Training drills at Naval Hospital Jacksonville on Thursday

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If you hear explosions and gunfire from the Naval Hospital on Thursday, don't be alarmed -- it's only training drills.

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🔒FAA seeing increase in laser strikes on aircraft

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There’s a new warning about shining lasers at airplanes.

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NAS Jacksonville to require masks for building entry, whether you’re vaccinated or not

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The Naval Air Station Jacksonville Commanding Officer is encouraging personnel and their loved ones to get vaccinated as soon as possible, but whether they are vaccinated or not, they'll be wearing masks inside buildings moving forward he said Tuesday.

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It might get noisy around NAS Jacksonville this weekend

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Residents who live in neighborhoods around Naval Air Station Jacksonville will notice some extra noise this weekend, base staff warned on Thursday.

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Celebration of life remembers Navy airman killed by falling tree branch during Elsa

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A celebration of life was held Sunday to remember the Navy airman killed by a falling tree branch last week as Tropical Storm Elsa moved through North Florida.

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Sailors greeted by families as ‘Mad Foxes’ return to NAS Jacksonville

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Six months after embarking on an overseas deployment, the “Mad Foxes” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 5 returned to Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Tuesday. There, sailors were reunited with their families, who welcomed them with open arms.

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NTSB docket spotlights investigation of plane that hit St. Johns River

Read full article: NTSB docket spotlights investigation of plane that hit St. Johns River

Hundreds of pages and documents posted on the NTSB's website shine new light on exactly what the pilots were dealing with when a jetliner went down short of the NAS Jacksonville runway.

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Blue Angels visiting NAS Jacksonville for closed practice sessions

Read full article: Blue Angels visiting NAS Jacksonville for closed practice sessions

If you notice a little extra noise overhead this week, don’t worry: it’s just the Blue Angels practicing at Naval Air Station Jacksonville.

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Eaglet finds new home at NAS Jax after falling out of nest

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The Naval Air Station Jacksonville (NAS Jax) Environmental Department helped save an eaglet earlier this month after it fell from its nest near a shopping plaza on San Jose Boulevard in Lakewood. The Audubon Center for Birds of Prey took the eaglet in to nurse it back to health. Thomas Morris, who found the eaglet, was there when the bird took flight. Eagle Audubon Watch says the eagle is a male & about 14 weeks old. There’s a family of 2 adult eagles and another eaglet at this nest!

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Blue Angels Air Show set for April at NAS Jax is canceled

Read full article: Blue Angels Air Show set for April at NAS Jax is canceled

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Naval Air Station Jacksonville leadership announced Tuesday it had canceled its planned air show featuring the Blue Angels due to COVID-19 guidelines. “We look forward to welcoming the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Team, the Blue Angels back to Jacksonville in the future,” NAS Jax wrote in a release announcing the decision. It indicates the Blue Angels are next scheduled to perform in Jacksonville on Oct. 22-23, 2022. News4Jax was told that The Great Florida Airshow set for May 15-16 at the Orlando Melbourne International Airport is scheduled to go forward with the Blue Angels as the headline act. It will be the first time the Blue Angels have performed in Melbourne in six years.

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If you hear gunfire near NAS Jax this week, it’s a training drill

Read full article: If you hear gunfire near NAS Jax this week, it’s a training drill

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Naval Hospital Jacksonville will be holding training drills this week which could include simulated explosions and gunfire, Naval Air Station Jacksonville announced Tuesday. The drills will take place Dec. 9-11 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and residents in the area may hear loud noises during the training days. NAS Jax said the training is part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care program which is vital to preparing Naval Hospital Jacksonville medical professionals in performing their jobs under battlefield conditions.

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Hear gunfire near NAS Jax this week? It’s a training drill

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Residents near Naval Air Station Jacksonville might hear gunfire this week near the Navy base, but there’s no reason for alarm. Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 10 will be holding training exercises from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday at NAS Jax. The training will consist of patrol boats conducting operations and firing blank rounds on Thursday and Friday near the Mulberry Cove Marina. Residents in the area may hear loud noises during the training days. Navy officials said the training is vital to preparing the team for future missions.

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Boater found dead after collision with Buckman Bridge was former city councilman

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The search for a missing boater came to a tragic end Friday, two days after his boat capsized near the Buckman Bridge, authorities told News4Jax. Wilson Smith, a friend who had known him nearly his entire life told News4Jax that Williams was a former Jacksonville city councilman and a Lee High School graduate. Walter Williams is the last man on the right in the first row. RELATED: Boater missing, vessel capsizes after striking Buckman BridgeSmith says Williams ran a successful real estate business, Walter Williams Reality. “He loved Jacksonville," Smith said.

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LIVE: Second Lady Karen Pence & Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia visit NAS Jacksonville

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Copyright 2020 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved. Second Lady Karen Pence and Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia are visiting Naval Air Station Jacksonville. If you need help with WJXT’s or WCWJ's FCC public inspection file, call (904) 393-9801.

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Navy helicopter squadron returns home from 7-month deployment

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Navy helicopter squadron returns home from 7-month deploymentPublished: August 7, 2020, 5:37 pmVIDEO: It was a happy homecoming at Naval Air Station Jacksonville when Maritime Strike Squadron 74, also known as the Swamp Foxes, returned home from a seven-month deployment.

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Navy helicopter squadron returns home from 7-month deployment

Read full article: Navy helicopter squadron returns home from 7-month deployment

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – It was a happy homecoming at Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Friday when Maritime Strike Squadron 74, also known as the Swamp Foxes, returned home from a seven-month deployment. The strike squadron left on Jan. 8, 2020, and the sailors set a record by spending 206 days at sea without docking because of the ongoing global pandemic. On top of the record time on the sea, deployment in 2020 has been quite different for the Swamp Foxes because the sailor’s families weren’t the only ones worried this time. Dan Murphy, the commanding officer of Swamp Foxes. Full Screen 1 / 7 Navy helicopter squadron returns home from record-breaking deploymentThe Swamp Foxes’ 11 helicopters and 300 sailors took part in surveillance, strike coordination intelligence and reconnaissance operations, according to a release.

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Aircraft depart NAS Jacksonville ahead of Isaias

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Naval Air Station Jacksonville is preparing for possible severe weather from Tropical Storm Isaias. The aircrew and maintenance sailors assigned to the P-8A Poseidon and P-3C Orion squadrons worked through the night and into the morning to evacuate the aircraft to predetermined locations ahead of Isaias, NAS Jacksonville said Sunday. Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic authorized the evacuation of 31 P-8A Poseidon aircraft and five P-3C Orion aircraft from NAS Jacksonville, with remaining aircraft assigned to Commander, Patrol & Reconnaissance Wing (CPRW) 11 and Patrol Squadron 30 to remain safely in their squadron hangars. Squadrons assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Wing Atlantic will remain in hangars aboard Naval Station Mayport and NAS Jacksonville. The aircrew and maintenance Sailors assigned to our P-8A Poseidon and P-3C Orion squadrons worked through the night and... Posted by NAS Jacksonville on Sunday, August 2, 2020NAS Jacksonville preparingThe NAS Jacksonville commanding officer is minimizing command operations and the footprint on base Monday to minimum personnel only.

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Vice president stops in Jacksonville to thank RNC host committee

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Jacksonville, Fla. – Vice President Mike Pence delivered remarks Saturday evening at an event at Epping Forest in San Jose for the Jacksonville host committee for the Republican National Convention. A spokesperson for the RNC host committee said the vice president was at the event to thank the committee for the work being done to plan the convention, especially on short notice. Duval GOP Chairman Dean Black said the vice president thanked the host committee for the hard work they’re doing, and for what they’re about to do. But the host committee has a handle on it and we’re going to make history right here in Jacksonville,” Black said. RELATED: Meet the Jacksonville Host Committee for the Republican National ConventionFlorida Gov.

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Members of Strike Squadron 72 welcomed home at NAS Jacksonville

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Members of Strike Squadron 72 were welcomed back to Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Friday afternoon. The crew was deployed for eight months with the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group.

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After COVID-19 pandemic delays return, Red Lancers arrive back home in Jacksonville

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. There was an emotional homecoming two months overdue for a squadron at Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Wednesday. The Red Lancers of Patrol Squadron (VP) 10, based at NAS Jacksonville, returned home on Wednesday afternoon. Their return was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic after the secretary of defense on March 25 issued a 60-day stop movement order. The Red Lancers executed more than 9,000 sorties and put in more than 4,500 hours of flight time. The Red Lancers of Patrol Squadron (VP) 10, based at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, return home.

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Sunday marks 1 year since plane skidded into St. Johns River

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Sunday marked one year since a charter jet skidded off the runway at Naval Air Station Jacksonville and crashed into the St. Johns River. NTSB is still investigating why the plane ended up in the St. Johns River. The landing gear separated from the plane during landing and the plane stopped in less than five feet of water. The lawyers for that passenger claimed, “Miami Air said this is God’s fault, that this was an act of God that this accident occurred.”In March, Miami Air filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miami Air hopes to use Chapter 11 to reorganize and emerge from bankruptcy in a way that allows them to move forward financially.

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Lawyers for Taylor Williams’ mom want more time to prepare defense

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Brianna Williams, who reported Taylor missing from their new Brentwood home in November, is charged with two counts of child neglect and one count of lying to police. Investigators now suspect Taylor was dead before Williams moved there from an apartment on the Southside bus she has not been charged with causing her daughter’s death. Prosecutors sent subpoenas to cellphone companies associated with Williams’ accounts, as well as Google, Apple iCloud and Match.com. Prosecutors also have Uber and Lyft records, documenting Williams’ activity with the ride-sharing services. Prosecutors told Blazs the state is still working to gather more information in the case against Williams.

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Alabama man: I won't ever forget Taylor Williams' name

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Teams from Jacksonville traveled to rural Alabama this week in the search for missing 5-year-old Taylor Rose Williams. IMAGES: Taylor Rose Williams |Alabama scene where remains were foundHe said someone would have to know where they were searching in order to find something out there. The investigationSheriff Williams told reporters last week that Brianna Williams stopped cooperating with the investigation after the first day of the search and was considered a person of interest in her daughter's disappearance. The sheriff said Brianna Williams was believed to have been driving her Honda Accord, which has tinted windows and black rims. Police said Brianna Williams' family and that of Taylor's biological father are cooperating in their investigation.

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Police report: Taylor Williams' mother 'attempted suicide' before arrest

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The mother of a 5-year-old girl reported missing from Jacksonville last week "attempted suicide" prior to her arrest Tuesday, according to an arrest report from the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. Brianna Williams was absentee booked and the arrest report stated she had "attempted suicide" prior to that. Hospital officials could not confirm the person on the stretcher was Brianna Williams due to privacy issues. Sheriff Williams said that while family members have been cooperating, Brianna Williams stopped cooperating the day after she called 911 to report her daughter missing from their Brentwood home. He said Brianna Williams was believed to have been driving her black 2017 Honda Accord, which has tinted windows and black rims.

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Taylor Williams' mother charged with child neglect, giving false information

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Duval County jail records show Brianna Williams was booked in absentia on two counts of child neglect and giving false information to law enforcement during an investigation, and the three charges carry a total bond of $1.1 million. Hospital officials could not confirm that the person on the stretcher was Brianna Williams, due to privacy issues. IMAGES: Taylor Rose Williams | Alabama scene where remains were foundAt a 5:30 p.m. news conference, Sheriff Williams would not say what the lead was that led them to the discovery. "We will ensure justice is served for Taylor Williams." He said Brianna Williams was believed to have been driving her black 2017 Honda Accord, which has tinted windows and black rims.

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Taylor Rose Williams' mother has been arrested. What could be next?

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Following the discovery of human remains in the search for Taylor Rose Williams, Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams on Tuesday announced the arrest of the 5-year-old's mother, Brianna Williams. "Security was surrounding her as she was rolled into the hospital," Jefferson said. According to Jefferson, Brianna Williams will be immediately transported to the jail after she's released from the hospital. As of 7:30 a.m., Brianna Williams was not yet listed as being physically in the jail, but UF Health officials said that she was "no longer in (their) system." You had everybody and their mother out looking," Jefferson said.

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Sheriff: Taylor Rose Williams' mother has stopped cooperating

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - On the second day of the search for a missing 5-year-old girl, Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams announced that Taylor Rose Williams' mother has stopped cooperating with investigators. Sheriff Williams was asked at the news conference whether he could confirm the last time anyone other than Taylor's mother saw the girl alive. He said "it's been a while" since he saw Taylor, but wouldn't be more specific about a time frame. Sheriff Williams said Thursday that while Brianna Williams has not been cooperating, other family members have been. GALLERIES: Police swarm neighborhood | Hundreds join search | Taylor Rose WilliamsPolice, as well as neighbors, searched into the night Wednesday.

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What we know about missing 5-year-old's family

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Since Taylor Rose Williams was reported missing by her mother at 7:22 a.m. Wednesday, her family has chosen to remain out of the media spotlight. Police confirmed Wednesday that Taylor's mother, Brianna Williams, had been taken downtown for questioning, and she has not yet been seen publicly. Sheriff Mike Williams (no relation) said Thursday that Brianna Williams was initially cooperating with the investigation but is no longer cooperating. SHARE: Click for printable FDLE missing child flyerTIMELINE: Key events in the search for missing Jacksonville girlRELATED: Woman says she helped missing girl's mother move, never saw child |5-year-old's disappearance a chilling reminder of past cases |What qualifies for an Amber Alert? For now, family and friends said they are waiting for Brianna Williams to speak publicly before they agree to any interviews with the media.

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1st UK P-8A Poseidon arrives at NAS Jacksonville

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The journey started Wednesday morning on the West Coast for the first P-8A Poseidon for the Royal Air Force. Members of the Royal Air Force and the United States Navy were on hand to welcome the Royal Air Force's "Pride of Moray." "It's a really good feeling," said Royal Air Force Wing Cmdr. "This is the start of a really, really good, long journey." Royal Air Force Air Vice-Marshal Harv Smyth, Royal Air Force Air Officer Commanding Number 1 Group, flew the plane from Seattle, where he said the air was crisp Wednesday morning.

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Documents show Navy lieutenant lied on background checks

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The News4Jax I-TEAM continues to unravel an international mystery centered on Naval Air Station Jacksonville involving a Navy lieutenant with access to top secret information and ties to China, an... Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

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Dozens of families welcome home Mad Foxes of Patrol Squadron 5

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Dozens of family members were at the base to welcome the Mad Foxes of Patrol Squadron 5 when they returned home after a six-month deployment, mainly in Okinawa, Japan. PHOTOS: Mad Foxes of Patrol Squadron 5 return from deploymentThe homecoming was also extra special for another family. The Mad Foxes had a successful deployment. During their Guam mission, the Mad Foxes helped find a family of four adults and three children missing at sea for nearly a week. Crews spent three days searching thousands of miles before the Mad Foxes found the family of seven in good health near Micronesia.

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NAS Jacksonville expected to reopen Thursday after damage assessment

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NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. - NAS Jacksonville will recall some essential personnel at noon Thursday to begin to reopen base facilities. All normal operations at NAS Jacksonville will resume by noon Friday. As of 5 p.m. Wednesday, Naval Base Mayport was still doing preliminary inspections, looking for possible damage and working to restore normal operations. NAS Jax closedBecause of deteriorating weather forecast relating to Hurricane Dorian, the Naval Air Station Jacksonville Commanding Officer ordered the closure of NAS Jacksonville to non-essential personnel beginning at 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2. Aircraft evacuatedIn preparation for Hurricane Dorian, aircraft at Naval Air Station Jacksonville and Naval Station Mayport have been ordered to evacuate.

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Aircraft at NAS Jacksonville & NS Mayport evacuate ahead of Dorian

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A total of 7 squadrons assigned to commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic left Naval Air Station Jacksonville and Naval Station Mayport for higher and safer ground

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Young Marines make meals for volunteer searchers

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Even children have assisted in the search for two firefighters lost at sea. The Young Marines met Tuesday evening at Naval Air Station Jacksonville and made food for volunteers searching for the missing boaters. Each bag has a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, a bologna sandwich or a ham and cheese sandwich. There are also snacks such as chips and cookies in the bags. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

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VIDEO: Large alligator climbs fence at Naval Air Station Jacksonville

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A gator was caught on camera scaling a fence at Naval Air Station Jacksonville. You can see the huge reptile climbing the fence, before falling onto the other side and continuing his stroll. The gator made a much more graceful landing than many of us would have. This video has been viewed more than 25,000 on our Instagram account. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

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NAS Jacksonville training exercise will increase noise in area

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - If you notice some extra activity around Naval Air Station Jacksonville over the next two weeks, don't be alarmed. The Navy said the training operation is in support of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and embarked Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 staff, which is departing Naval Station Norfolk to begin a major training exercise. The training, called Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX), is designed to integrate all the assets of the strike group, test their ability to carry out maritime operations, and assess deployability. The strike group is evaluated on their performance during simulated surface and sub-surface threats and ship movements they may encounter during a strait transit or in the vicinity of hostile waters. USS Harry S. Truman is the eighth Nimitz-class aircraft carrier of the United States Navy, named after the 33rd President of the United States, Harry S. Truman.

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Passenger sues Miami Air over injuries from 737 crash

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It appears to be the first lawsuit filed from the May 3 crash. Miami Air Flight 293 took off from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, with mechanical problems and a forecast of bad weather in Jacksonville. WATCH: Lawsuit filed against Miami AirBauer filed the suit on behalf of Gary Moss, a government contractor in his 50s from south Florida. The lawsuit is seeking at least $156,000 in damages; possibly much more if Miami Air cant prove its not at fault. News4Jax contacted Miami Air executives by phone and email for comment, but have not received a response.

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Passenger sues Miami Air over injuries from 737 crash

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VIDEO: A lawsuit has been filed against the company that operated the 737 charter plane that skidded off the runway at Naval Air Station Jacksonville and into the St. Johns River. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

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Passengers on plane that hit St. Johns won't get luggage for 7 more weeks

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Miami Air International posted Tuesday that all the baggage from the ill-fated flight has been transferred to BMS CAT's industrial processing center. Miami Air has contracted with the incident recovery operations company to inventory and clean the baggage before it can be returned to the passengers. The landing gear separated from the plane during landing and the plane stopped in less than 5 feet of water. The NTSB report notes that thunderstorms with frequent lightning were in the area. LINK: Report from National Transportation Safety BoardAt the time of the crash, the plane had logged 38,928 total flight hours, with 15,610 total flight cycles, according to the report.

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Navy vs. ND at EverBank in 2016

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This will be the third time that Navy has played a game in Jacksonville. It will also mark the second Navy-Notre Dame game to be played in Florida as the two teams met in Orlando in 2000. Navy and Notre Dame have the longest continuous intersectional rivalry in college football and teams will meet for the 89th time on Saturday, Oct. 10 in South Bend. The Mids are 3-5 against Notre Dame dating back to the 2007 season. JAXSPORTS is currently accepting requests for tickets to the 2016 Navy-Notre Dame Game, which will be available on a priority system.

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