Indirect Fire Gunnery and fire control where the fall of shot is not directly visible from the firing unit. See also FLOTSAM. Bullnose - A chock placed right over the stem, 'in the eyes' of the ship. Flaming Datum - A burning ship, or a missile breaking water. CINCHOUSE Commander In Chief of the House, i.e. Vessel LIBERTY PASSION is a Vehicles Carrier, Registered in USA. Mess Mother - (RN) Senior hand of the mess, responsible to the COX'N for the cleanliness and good order of the mess decks. 'Dixie' was the southern station, tasked with troop support (CAS). Flag An admiral, aka "Flag Officer" because such officers are entitled to fly a flag denoting their rank. God Bless America. The light array consists of a red fast indication (an upward-pointing chevron) at the bottom of the array, a green slow indication (a downward-pointing chevron) at the top, and a yellow on-speed indication (a circle) in the center. Found on a binnacle. All-Navy Sports. Signifies 'Good Job' or 'Well Done.'. Cranie - Protective headgear worn by flight deck crewmembers. Gunny - Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant (E-7). See also DIXIE CUP. Now-a-days kicking down a troops door and making them chug six beers at three in the morning is hazing. Also seen as HPAC, pronounced "aitch-pack.". Golden Shellback - One who has crossed the Equator at the International Date Line. ones spouse. (2) An Englishman. Friday/Sunday Routine - (RN) Field day aboard, followed by CO's rounds. Fresh Air Snipe - Rates which spend at least some of their time in the engineering spaces, and are members of the Engineering Dept., but do not work solely with engineering machinery. (3) The bottom end of a spar or other object. Fritz (US Army, Marines) Term for the modern Kevlar helmet worn by US forces, which bears a strong resemblance to the helmets worn by the German military during WW II. DIW Dead In the Water. Banca is literally translated from the Tagalog as boat.. The prospect of Man Overboard is very serious. A Moorish chief was an "emir," and the chief of all chiefs was an "emir-al." Our English word is derived directly from the Moorish. It is also the official badge of US Navy quartermasters, chief boatswain's mates, and boatswain's mate and also in the US Naval Sea Cadet Corps. LIBERTY CALL, LIBERTY CALL. Mind Your Ps and Qs In the past, when sailors were paid and went ashore for liberty, the tavern keepers knew how much they were paid. Haul: The most basic of calls. Kapok (USN) Life jacket, so called for the highly buoyant material originally used for the floatation filling. Youre going to need it, sir or maam. Analogous USN terms: flag wagger,' 'skivvy waver.'. Grace J. Kindred) Angle of Attack The angle measured between the relative wind and the chord line of an airfoil. The first earthquake, of around magnitude 7.8, hit on Feb. 6 . Failure to do so means daily mandatory study hours supervised by the duty Chief. Gripe (1) (Aviation) A discrepancy noted (on a gripe sheet) for maintenance action. 130-rpm fish - A form of sea life (type unknown) which makes a sound very similar to a propeller turning at 130 rpm. Dip - To lower a sonar transducer into the water from a hovering helicopter. Float Test - Testing the buoyant qualities of unwanted material while at sea. Halfway Party A party celebrating the midpoint of a submarine cruise. Masker - A noise-reduction system in which air is pumped into the water from belts in the vicinity of the engineering spaces. (2) Date-Time Group, part of the header of a message which indicates the date, time, and timezone of the message's origin. This call signals the entire crew to assemble on deck. Gig Line On a sailors uniform, a line formed by the buttoned shirt, a crease on the belt buckle, and the trousers fly. May be operated by a civilian contractor or by ships personnel. Mustang (USN) An officer who has 'come up through the ranks', i.e. Channel Fever Anxious to get home, or reach port. "Ordinary Seaman Bloggins screwed up again." Arlington, VA . CERA - (RCN, pronounced 'sarah' or Chief ERA) Chief Engine Room Artificer. Knock It Off (Aviation) The radio call to stop an ACM engagement. After the Marines were reunited with their families, they were dismissed for six hours of on-base liberty. "Your Signal Charlie" means 'commence approach immediately, and land upon arrival.'. Hashmarks (1) Chevrons or stripes worn on the sleeve to signify years of service. Alcoholic beverages were thereby prohibited aboard ship. (3) The process of removing excess pressure from a system, or venting it completely. OUR WEBSITE IS NOW FOR REFERENCE ONLY. Air Start (1) The process by which a flamed-out jet aircraft engine may be restarted in flight. Also seen as 'splash', 'float check', 'float test'. There may also be aircraft/aircrews on alert fifteen, etc. Broke Dick Non-functional. Generally, two two-hour watches, designated First and Second (or First and Last, RCN), arranged so that personnel on watch can eat the evening meal. A properly closed hull opening was indicated by a green light. Cold Shot A catapult shot in which insufficient end speed is generated. We often look at college students as punk kids, lazy frat guys or any other kind of social stereotype. 9-thread line); larger line is sized by its circumference (rather than diameter). Actually, the word is French and means, literally, sailor. Bug (Aviation) (1) See PLASTIC BUG. Gun Busters - (RCN) Naval weapons ratings. Black Cat - During World War Two, a PBY Catalina which was painted black and used for night reconnaissance patrol. Also controls the BCP (ballast control panel) while underway. Bloggins - (RN) The catch-all name. Months like December are a minefield, so, calling your troops to at least check up on them is a worthwhile investment. Commonly 5000 feet AGL. The item is in excellent shape. Green Water Solid water (a swell or wave) coming aboard. Flotsam Floating wreckage released from a sunken ship. COB - Chief Of (the) Boat. Ballbuster (1) Something difficult. Ports with no activities except alcohol were the most problematic, so, officers should expect the bare minimum if they plan the bare minimum. Also used to refer to any unwanted item. Call the Boatswain's Mates: The boatswain's gang to report. Differs from 'PAINT' (q.v.) 99 (USN aviation) Precedes a radio call which applies to a group of aircraft, e.g. Dont do it now though, youll go to real a** pounding jail. (2) A structure on a ship which is designed to deflect or redirect water flow. Generally the brow and all shore services are secured and the ship is on internal systems only. U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command - Home Jury Rig A temporary fix, or makeshift. (2) Extra Mechanic. Usually green with a wine or cocktail glass on it. Usually spoken as a word, "A-sap," the first a given the long sound. Buffer - (UK) The senior rate responsible for seamanship evolutions, typically a Chief Boatswain's Mate. Offgoing section gets the remnants, if any. 7. It is an immediate indication of risk to youif an object has no bearing drift and range is decreasing, for example, you will collide unless one or another (or both) platforms maneuver (see CBDR). Aircraft damage can result. Jackspeak (UK) Language used by sailors. Used to secure lines, such as mooring lines. Gonzo Station - The rendezvous point for aircraft carrier battle groups off the Straits of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf. Grog (UK) Pussers rum mixed with two parts water. Generally air-conditioned and soundproofed, the wimps.Essence - Good, pleasant, or attractive. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. (4) A fiber-type scrubbing or scouring pad. The call for all hands to man battle stations. Andrew (the) - (UK) Nickname for the Royal Navy. The more modern, safer "STRAIGHT BOARD" report came into use because when a sub was "RIGGED FOR RED", red unsafe indications were not readily visible on the monitor panel. Condition 3 - A material condition of readiness commonly associated with wartime steaming where some, usually half, of the ship's weapons are kept in a manned and ready status at all times. EOS Enclosed Operating Space. Coast Guard. I hope you took a course in stand up comedy in college, sir (or maam) because a good safety brief does deter stupid sh*t. Officers, dont put your reputation on the chopping block for a troop who came back hot during the unit drug test. ASAP As Soon As Possible. Crush Depth The designed depth at which the pressure hull of a submarine will collapse. Op Test Announcement. Because of its high pitch, it could be heard over the activities of the crew and bad weather. Call 1-844-DONCEAP (1-844-366-2327) / TTY: 1-888-262-7848 . movement relative to your own, if there is no BEARING DRIFT and distance is decreasing, its an indication that collision is about to occur. Home. None of the goodies get past him. Hi-Pac - High Pressure Air Compressor. Buster - Aviation term for maximum speed available without using afterburners. Ragman'. "Let's go bag some traps." One of a number of standard combinations of flight profile and headings used to depart an airfield. Mud Duck Shallow water sailor, e.g. Material Condition Xray - A material condition where fittings or closures (hatches, watertight doors, valves, flappers, etc.) Killick Stoker, Killick Bunting Tosser. Make and Mend Originally, a half-day off from normal ships work to make and/or mend clothing. Often purveyors of curios, souvenirs, etc. USS Roosevelt Completes 4th FDNF-E Patrol. Airdale, airedale - Naval aviator, aka 'BROWNSHOE'. 673 Responses to LIBERTY CALL: Olongapo City. Sculpture number 01857. Polite forms: 'brain fade', 'brain cramp'. Aka 'angle deck', 'the angle.'. In NATO, the system is the Vulcan Phalanx. General Alarm (new) General Quarters, all hands man your battle stations. Any naval personnel are assumed to be 'on their chinstraps' at all times. Dog Soft-serve ice cream. Replaced protein foam. Only possible on modern carriers with an ANGLED DECK (q.v.). Fox One (Two, Three, Four) - Used to report the launch of a air-to-air missile, from the 'Foxtrot' (F) of the phonetic alphabet. Study at our beautiful campus in central Virginia or online from anywhere in the world! POOW was best watch. You know that meme with the dog who doesnt bite but will hurt you in other ways? Also seen as Kipperland, i.e. Fanny (UK) A mess tin. Found in a "ladderwell" (stairwell). Navy MWR provides excellent customer service, convenient program availability, modern facilities and amenities, a safe program environment, and low or competitive pricing. Its not intentional it mainly has to do with when they went to boot camp and their MOS school that will affect when a unit receives new pups. EM (1) Electricians Mate. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. Gawkers, Walkers, and Talkers - Off-duty personnel. Frequently modified by members of the surface fleet with the adjective "fucking". FIGMO - Fuck It, (I) Got My Orders. FAG - Fighter-Attack Guy. Hotel Services Power, water, and steam used for cooking, heating, laundry, or other non-engineering or non-propulsion purposes. Usually follows the call to GQ. An installation which pairs an AFFF-dispensing system with a PKP-dispensing system. CBR Chemical, Biological, and Radiological (nuclear) warfare. (2) (USAF) The winged pipe extending aft and below a tanker aircraft. Contact Coordinator - (submarine) Senior Enlisted/Junior Officer that mans the submarine periscope during surface operations in order to help track and assess surface contacts. Often referred to as "going high order.". Across the board in every branch there are ranks earned through time in grade. (3) Any small vessel incapable of making regular independent voyages on the high seas. Black and Bitter Coffee, no sugar or cream added. Bilge Diving Working in the bilges of a ship, or cleaning same. The lens also has red lights mounted on it which can be used to give WAVEOFF and CUT commands. "When you guys are done dicking the dog, I could use a hand over here.". Aweigh (sometimes seen (improperly) as "away") When a ship raises (weighs) anchor, the anchor is said to be aweigh as soon as it is no longer in contact with the sea bottom. FESTA - Fire Extinguishing System, Twin Agent. 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