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Moms of Aviation Rescue Swimmers

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Members: 317
Latest Activity: Aug 18, 2021

This group is for family members and friends of Aviation Rescue Swimmers, or sailors in training to be Aviation Rescue Swimmers

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Comment by Marianne on July 2, 2016 at 10:51am: So thankfully I bought the insurance for my airline ticket, graduation postponed 2 weeks :(
But my son got his orders, staying in Jacksonville! Closer for mom to go visit :)

Comment by lelolaipr on June 28, 2016 at 7:33pm: Thank you ladies for all your input and information. I really appreciate your comments.

Melissa, I'm so happy for you. I'm pretty sure you will enjoy you Sailor as well as the whole family.

My Sailor is still waiting to start A School, but first he's hoping to finally move to the other side of the base (hopefully this week).

Wish you all well!!

Comment by Jodi-alumni Ship 4 on June 27, 2016 at 9:37am: My son did have more schooling. I think he mentioned that for every Romeo group going through Sierras graduated 3 or something like that. He is a sub chaser so he learned sonar. I don't think he did the turf training that I'm aware of.

Comment by Melissa on June 26, 2016 at 6:58pm: My guy is coming home tomorrow and I get him for a whole week!! Of course, I have to share him with his siblings and his grandparents, but I guess that's okay. =) Can't wait!

I'll ask while he's home, but I think the main difference has to do with nuclear subs and such - as in Romeo's go after them and Sierra's don't. Plus my guy (Sierra) also does turf training (mountain and desert) and I am not sure that the Romeo's do that - Jodi, do you know? I also know that the Romeo's do more schooling - but again, I think that is the nuclear portion of it.

Comment by mtnestr on June 26, 2016 at 5:17pm: I found this article online. There is some history that is probably more than you asked for, but it does describe some differences between the Romeo (MH-60R) and the Sierra (MH-60S). According to my limited understanding, they are basically the same helo but have different equipment, and do some different jobs.

USN: Nighthawk and Seahawk

Comment by Jodi-alumni Ship 4 on June 21, 2016 at 3:39pm: Congrats to all the swimmers that are advancing and to their mommas that helped get them there!!! I agree with you Melissa, they work hard but what an adventure they are having. Mine has been deployed for several months but the nice thing is I think I hear from him more now that I ever have - not as many distractions right now out in the middle of the ocean :))

Comment by Marianne on June 20, 2016 at 5:55am: Hi all! Finally got graduation date, we are heading to Jacksonville middle of July. It has been a long hard 2 years, so proud of him! Still not sure where he is heading next.

Comment by Melissa on June 20, 2016 at 1:15am: Not sure if there is anywhere that will give you specific information regarding Romeo vs Sierra swimmers. My son is Romeo out of San Diego - the train water, but also desert and turf (mountain) training. As his Mom, just continue to be his cheerleader on this journey. The trail is hard, and he will need to continue to study and work harder than ever, just know that it is all worth it once he is fully trained and actually spending time on ships and helos.

My son works hard, but is having the time of his life. Good luck to your son. Does he know yet where he is headed?

Congratulation to you also Grace - getting your wings is a huge step!

Comment by lelolaipr on June 18, 2016 at 8:43pm: Congratulations to both!!! My son just graduate from RSS last Friday. Yesterday he was told that he will be assign to Romeo platform. Where I can get information about this kind of platform? Any word of advice for a mom? What to expect?