Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit, Norfolk

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🇺🇸⚓ Let the Countdown Begin… We are officially 3 MONTHS OUT! ⚓🇺🇸

Mark your calendars because Fleet Fest 2026 is coming to Naval Station Norfolk on Saturday, October 24—and it’s going to be BIGGER than ever as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday! 🎉🎂🇺🇸

Bring your family and friends for a day packed with excitement, including:
⚓ U.S. Navy Warship Tours
💥 Military Demonstrations
🎶 Live Music
🍔 Delicious Food
🎈 Family-Friendly Activities
🎉 And so much more!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕙 10 a.m.
📍 Naval Station Norfolk
🎟️ FREE • Rain or Shine • Open to the Public

📲 Scan the QR code or visit NavyLifeMA.com/FleetFest for event updates and details.

Who’s ready for one of Hampton Roads’ biggest community events of the year? 🙌

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🔔 Approaching your EAOS? Your career deserves every opportunity.

FPN 2.0 gives eligible Sailors a new way to explore career options, make informed decisions, and shape what’s next with the direct assistance of a Retention Agent.

🔗 Check to see if you meet the eligibility criteria. Learn more about FPN 2.0: https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Support-Services/Distribution-Management/Retention-Engagement/

🇺🇸 Congratulations AD1 Umphress! 🇺🇸

Please join me in congratulating AD1 Umphress on his commitment to another four years of service to our great Navy!

Thank you for your continued dedication, professionalism, and commitment to our Sailors and the mission. We’re proud to have you on the team and look forward to all you’ll accomplish in the years ahead at VRM 40.

Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! ⚓️🇺🇸

Congratulations to our newest Chief Petty Officer Selectees!

-Staff-
AOC (sel) Brookins
AOC (sel) Honeycutt
-Students-
AOC (sel) Gonzales
AMC (sel) Martinez
AMC (sel) West
AOC (sel) Winston
-PGs-
ATC (sel) Kirby
ABFC (sel) Ripple
ATC (sel) Shoulberg


Your selection reflects sustained superior performance, unwavering dedication, and the trust you’ve earned from your peers and leaders. As you begin this next chapter, embrace every opportunity to learn, lead, and uphold the proud traditions of the Chief’s Mess.

Bravo Zulu on this well-earned achievement—we’re proud of you and look forward to the impact you’ll make on our Navy. ⚓️

Let’s hear it for the best of the best! ⚓👏
Join us in celebrating the outstanding Sailors and Instructors of the Quarter at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit (CNATTU) Norfolk!
These dedicated professionals represent the gold standard of technical training and fleet readiness. Please join us in a massive round of applause to our award winners:

🏆 Award Recipients
Award Category
Recipient
Senior Instructor of the Quarter
AMEC Zakari
Instructor of the Quarter
AO1 Cruzmartinez
Junior Instructor of the Quarter
AO2 Paul
Sailor of the Quarter
AT1 Ward
Junior Sailor of the Quarter
AT2 Espinal

Their leadership, technical expertise, and relentless dedication to the mission keep our fleet flying high and our warfighters ready.

-Every Student-Every Civilian-Everyday!

We were incredibly honored to welcome CAPT Michael Mulhern, Deputy Commander of the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT), to CNATTU Norfolk last week!
Our dedicated instructors and subject matter experts are ready to showcase our state-of-the-art training environments—from advanced E-2D and MH-60 trainers to the latest Virtual Mission Training (VMT) technologies. Thank you, CAPT Mulhern, for your continued commitment to shaping the future of naval aviation technical training.

Tomorrow is a big day! Navy Chief… Navy Pride!

Active Duty Sailors, E7 results come out THIS WEEK!

Here's the full timeline:

BOL Triad Release: Tuesday, 4 August 2026 @1000 (EST)
Public NAVADMIN Release: Wednesday, 5 August 2026 @1000 (EST)

Check MyNavyHR and your chain of command for release updates.