Tuesday, November 27, 2012
WE MEET AT RIVER CITY BREWING COMPANY
Lunch begins at noon - Meeting begins at 12:30 p.m.
Meet Captain Roy Undersander
NAS Jacksonville Executive Officer
Topic: Operational Changes Happening at the Base
A native of Saint Cloud, Minn., Capt. Roy Undersander
joined the Navy in June 1987 through the Naval Aviation Cadet (NAVCAD)
program. Upon completion of Aviation
Officer Candidate School, he was designated a NAVCAD and reported to NAS
Whiting Field, Fla. for primary and helicopter flight training. He was designated a naval aviator and
commissioned as an ensign on March, 17, 1989.
Undersander reported to the HS-4 “Black
Knights” in San Diego for his first sea tour.
He completed a deployment flying the SH-3H helicopter, before
transitioning to the SH-60F and embarking on board USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) for
the 1992-93 work-ups and deployment.
During this deployment, Undersander participated in Operation Southern
Watch and operations in Somalia.
In May 1993, he reported to HS-1 as a fleet
readiness squadron instructor and assisted the squadron’s transition to the SH-60F. While at HS-1, Undersander completed his
Bachelor’s Degree in Professional Aeronautics through Embry-Riddle
University. He then reported to the HS-5
“Nightdippers” in May 1995 as quality assurance officer, tasked with assisting
the squadron’s transition to the SH-60F/HH-60H. Undersander was embarked on
board USS George Washington (CVN-73) during her 1996 deployment, participating
in Operation Southern Watch.
In October 1996, he reported to Naval Strike
and Air Warfare Center (NSAWC) in Fallon, Nev. as an instructor. While at NSAWC, Undersander helped develop
and establish the Seahawk Weapons Tactics Instructor (SWTI) course. He was also selected to serve as aide to Commander,
Naval Strike & Air Warfare Center in addition to his duties as an air wing
instructor and SWTI.
Undersander reported to the HS-15 “Red Lions”
at NAS Jacksonville as a department head in September 1999 and led the Tactics
and Operations Departments. HS-15 was
embarked on board USS George Washington (CVN-73) during her 2000 deployment and
participated in Operation Southern Watch, Adriatic operations, and multiple
rescue/recovery operations.
In November 2001, he reported to Naval Air
Systems Command, and was assigned to AIR 4.0P, Airworthiness Office. During his tenure, Undersander oversaw
several process improvement initiatives related to flight clearances, tactical
manuals and NATOPS. Undersander then attended the Naval War College, in
Newport, R.I., earning a Masters Degree in National Security and Strategic
Studies in 2005.
In May 2006, Undersander reported to HS-5 as
executive officer and then commanding officer.
During his tenure, the Nightdippers were awarded the Isbell Trophy and
Thatch Award for anti-submarine warfare and anti-surface warfare excellence and
completed a highly successful deployment in support of Operations Enduring
Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.
In October 2008, he reported to U.S.
Strategic Command, JFCC Global Strike J5, where he served as chief,
Conventional Non-kinetic Plans Division. Undersander assumed the position of
NAS Jacksonville executive officer Jan. 13, 2012.
He has accumulated 4,500 flight hours in his
flying career. His personal awards include the Defense Meritorious Service
medal, Meritorious Service medal (second award), Navy and Marine Corps
Commendation medal (fifth award), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal
(second award) and various unit awards.
Club Business
The following members have been nominated to serve on the Club's Board for 2013-2015:
Barry Covington
Bea Fore
Christine Goldsmith
Bob Massey
Dale Malloy
Dan Robie
Connie Stophel
Additional nominations may be made by the membership up until the closing of nominations at our annual meeting on December 11, 2013.
What a Difference Today Makes!
The Red Kettle was heavy at the end of the day, so we surely made a difference on
behalf of the Salvation Army! They also added “Rotary Bellringer” to
the new aprons we used.
2nd Annual
Dan Appelo Memorial
Sporting Clay Shoot
Join us for Country Breakfast, BBQ & Shooting
to benefit
The Appelo Children's Scholarship Fund
Thursday, November 29th
Registration & Breakfast: 8am
Clays Shoot: 9am
Lunch & Awards: 12pm
Location: WW Sporting Clays
1445 Otis Road, Jacksonville, FL 32220
904-266-1121
Event will include a raffle & live auction!
Sponsorship Levels
Presenting Sponsor ($5,000)
• Event host
• Main signage on event banner
• 1 station sign with company logo
• Covers cost for 2 teams
• 1 VIP golf cart
12-Guage Sponsor ($2,500)
• Signage on event banner
• 1 station sign with company logo
• Covers cost for 1 team
20-Guage Sponsor ($1,000)
• 1 station sign with company logo
• Covers cost for 1 team
Station Sponsor ($400)
• 1 station sign with company logo
Team of Four ($800)
Individual ($200)
(will be paired with a team)
Shoot info: Shells provided for every shooter. Guns not provided.
Prizes awarded to top 3 teams, and top 3 shooters.
Registration Form
Sponsorship Level __________________________________________________
Company Name __________________________________________________
Team Member's (or Individual) names & emails:
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
Please Make Checks Payable To: Appelo Children's Scholarship Fund
Mail checks & registration form to:
Helen Skinner
3401 Philips Hwy
Jacksonville, FL 32207
If you have any questions, contact:
Helen at 904-391-3425
Helen.skinner@coastal-fla.com
Recap of
the November 13th Meeting
Greeter: Roy Neal & Doug McCullough
The Prayer & Pledge: Richard Dow
Membership Drive Update: Chris Bouton
Sports Update: P Jim Lanahan
Introduction
of Visitors & Guests: PP Odette Struys
Introduction of Meeting Theme & Speakers: Holly Kartsonis
Guest Speaker: Ron Littlepage
Ron Littlepage, Florida Times-Union Journalist, spoke to the South Jacksonville Rotary Club about the environmental impacts to the springs in Florida.
