(LEXINGTON PARK, Md.) March 2, 2010 - The Patuxent Partnership announced today that it is co-sponsoring with the Association of Naval Aviation (ANA) the sixth panel program in a series that began in 2008. “Air-Launched Weapons – Going to the Net” will include discussions of the advancements in networked weapon systems that use information exchange as one of several competitive advantages. The program will be held on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum in Lexington Park, Maryland.
"I commend ANA and the Pax Partnership for bringing to a public forum a panel about the relevancy and criticality of air-launched weapons in today's global environment" said Rear Admiral David Dunaway, Commander, Operational Test and Evaluation Force, Norfolk Virginia, and former Commander, Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division, China Lake California. "The requirements and demand for weapons launched from Navy and Marine Corps platforms in-theater continue to increase, and our weapons that are fielded, and that are in development, are designed to answer the call. I look forward to participating in this panel discussion as technology is enabling exciting improvements to air-launched weapons.”
“Information sharing, situational awareness and collaboration are all words we use daily. However, they are also key goals to increase mission effectiveness in the world of air-launched weapons,” noted Bonnie Green, Executive Director, The Patuxent Partnership. “We are pleased to join ANA once again to provide an important panel presentation to consider another aspect critical to supporting the success of our warfighters.”
“The Pax River ANA Squadron is excited about teaming with The Patuxent Partnership for our first of four panel events in 2010,” said Mark Converse, the commanding officer of the local ANA Squadron. “Our servicemen and women are using the air-launched weapons that are managed, tested, and supported by the talented folks here at Patuxent River in current overseas combat operations. This will be an outstanding opportunity to share with the local public the significant contributions that these weapons are making to today’s National Defense capabilities.”
The panel will be presented at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum, which is located at 22156 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park, Maryland 20653, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event is open to the public, including all base personnel, for $10.00 per person, which includes a donation to the Museum, hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Advance registration is strongly recommended at www.paxpartnership.org due to the limited seating capacity. Business casual attire and flight suits are welcome.
The Patuxent Partnership (TPP), a non-profit organization with over 300 members, advocates for the growth of the Southern Maryland technology base. TPP encourages relationships between government, industry and academia by hosting briefings on relevant topics. As a membership organization, TPP offers informational resources and programs, and facilitates professional connections. TPP promotes career and professional development initiatives for working adults, along with promoting initiatives targeted at developing science, technology, engineering and math interests in schoolchildren. TPP also supports workforce retention initiatives and regional and cultural events which encourage community engagement and workforce satisfaction. For more information, visit www.paxpartnership.org or call 301-866-1739.
For almost 100 years, Naval Aviation has grown from a tactical afterthought and support capability to a primary instrument of our national security. From the Curtiss A-1 Triad, to the F/A-18 Super Hornet, from the USS Langley (CV 1) to the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), Naval Aviation has scored an impressive list of achievements in peace and war. The first crossing of the Atlantic by air, victory at the battle of Midway, and the first American in space, to name a few, put Naval Aviation at the forefront of our national destiny. The Patuxent River Squadron of the Association of Naval Aviation is committed to educating and encouraging an interest among the general public in the importance of Naval Aviation, in the defense of the United States and its allies. Membership in the Association is open to all. To join, visit http://www.anahq.org/ and click on Membership.
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