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U.S. Navy · Patuxent RiverOn August 1, 2025, Vice Adm. John “Doc” Dougherty, IV assumed command of the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) at Patuxent River, Maryland, marking a significant NAVAIR leadership transition. Dougherty succeeded Vice Adm. Carl Chebi, who retired after 38 years of distinguished naval service. The ceremony, held at NAVAIR’s headquarters in Southern Maryland, underscored the command’s critical role in advancing naval aviation for the fleet. Under …See the Story
Vice Adm. Dougherty Takes Helm at NAVAIR Patuxent River
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Aircraft · Patuxent RiverOriginally designated as E-XX, the aircraft received its formal name, E-130J, in October 2024. The Phoenix II name symbolises rebirth and renewal, reflecting the aircraft’s role in revitalising a mission once carried out by the EC-130Q from 1963 to 1993. The E-130J Phoenix II will replace the ageing E-6B Mercury fleet in its role supporting the TACAMO mission. TACAMO ensures vital communication links between the president, secretary of defen…See the Story
U.S. Navy designates E-130J as Phoenix II for TACAMO mission, replacing E-6B Mercury fleet
Patuxent River · Patuxent RiverVice Adm. John “Doc” Dougherty, IV NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, Patuxent River, Md. – Vice Adm. John “Doc” Dougherty, IV assumed command of the Naval Air Systems Command Aug. 1. Dougherty relieved Vice Adm. Carl Chebi, who retired after 38 years of distinguished naval service. Under Chebi’s leadership, NAVAIR achieved and sustained the highest readiness levels in the history of naval aviation, identified over $3 billion in savings to reinvest in …See the Story
