NAS Lemoore

@lemoore_nas

U.S. Navy's Premier Master Jet Base

Joined January 2019

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NAS Lemoore @lemoore_nas Aug 2, 2019

UPDATE from Commander, Naval Air Forces:

flynavy @flynavy Aug 2, 2019

The pilot of the F/A-18E which crashed approx. 40 miles north of @NAWS_CL 31JUL has been identified. The Super Hornet, assigned to the “Vigilantes” of VFA-151 based at NAS Lemoore was flown by LT Charles Z. Walker, 33.

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NAS Lemoore @lemoore_nas Aug 1, 2019

Update from Commander, Naval Air Forces:

flynavy @flynavy Aug 1, 2019

The Navy has confirmed that the pilot of the FA-18E died in the crash. In accordance with DoD policy, the identity of the pilot will be withheld 24 hours. The Navy mourns the loss of one of our own and our thoughts go out to the family and friends affected by this tragedy.
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NAS Lemoore @lemoore_nas Jul 31, 2019

An F/A-18E based out of NAS Lemoore and assigned to Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Pacific was involved in a mishap north of Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, CA. Media interested in covering a press conf. sched. for 5:00 p.m.(PST), pls report to the NAS Lemoore media lot.

NAS Lemoore @lemoore_nas Jul 8, 2019

Be ready! As we have seen natural disasters can occur without warning.

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Verified account @Cal_OES Jul 7, 2019

Do you have a preparedness kit ready? Here is a quick list of items everyone should have in case of a disaster or emergency. Find more preparedness tips at caloes.ca.gov.

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NAS Lemoore @lemoore_nas Jun 25, 2019

Power outage in sections of housing 24 June. Electricians are enroute to restore power. Unknown estimated time of repair. We are working as quickly as possible.