MEDIA ADVISORY: U.S. Navy commemorates 35 years of Hornet aircraft excellence
WHAT: The F/A-18 and EA-18G Program Office (PMA-265) will celebrate the 35th anniversary of the F/A-18 Hornet aircraft with an event showcasing the Super Hornet’s technology via a demonstration trailer and static displays.
WHO: Featured speakers include Rear Adm. Donald Gaddis, Program Executive Officer for Tactical Aircraft (PEO(T)); Capt. Frank Morley, PMA-265 program manager; and several Super Hornet and Growler test pilots.
WHEN: 10 a.m., Monday, Dec. 9, 2013
WHERE: 47123 Buse Road, Building 2272, 1st floor atrium, Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md.
BACKGROUND: Naval aviation was revolutionized 35 years ago when the F/A-18 Hornet completed its first flight Nov. 18, 1978. The Hornet family of aircraft has been the backbone of the Navy and Marine Corps strike fighters since fleet introduction. The EA-18G Growler is the newest member of the family and is the Department of Defense's premier electronic warfare aircraft. Throughout 2013, the F/A-18 and EA-18G Program Office (PMA-265) has commemorated this historic occasion with podcasts, videos, photos and articles posted at www.navair.navy.mil/hornet.
CONTACT: Interested media should contact Public Affairs Officer Marcia Hart at 301-757-7178 or [email protected].