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Comment by AngiePNMx2 on April 3, 2010 at 3:51pm

Tragic news of the Navy Plane tha twent down a few days ago....Please pray for the family and the shipmates on the IKE.

Subject: US Navy Ends Search For Missing Aviator


www.cusnc.navy. mil

For Immediate Release

April 2, 2010
US Navy Ends Search For Missing Aviator

From U.S. FIFTH Fleet Public Affairs

MANAMA, Bahrain - After an extensive search by military units, the Navy
suspended search and rescue efforts at 6 p.m. (Zulu +4) on April 2 for the
fourth crew member from the E-2C that crashed March 31. The missing pilot
has been declared deceased. Lt. Steven Zilberman, 31, was born in Ukraine and considered Columbus, Ohio his hometown. He served in the Navy for nearly eight years. "This is a heart-wrenching loss for the Zilberman family and the Bluetail family" said Cmdr. Joseph F. Finn, Carrier Airborne Early WarningSquadron (VAW) 121's commanding officer. "It is our exceptional people that are the strength of our community and our Navy. Steven was one such individual. He bravely and willingly accepted the risks of an inherently dangerous job. He was a fine aviator and we are better people for having him in our lives. I extend my deepest sympathy to Steven's family and friends. He will not be forgotten."

The E-2C Hawkeye from VAW 121, the Bluetails, stationed aboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) impacted the water approximately five miles from the
ship.

Several ships and aircraft, including USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, USS Carney,
USNS Supply and other U.S. Central Command Navy and Air Force aircraft
searched more than 5,300 square miles for the missing aviator.

"Lt. Zilberman was an exceptional Naval Officer and pilot who embodied the
best of what America represents," said Capt. Roy Kelley, commander, Carrier
Air Wing (CVW) 7. "We are deeply saddened by this tremendous loss of a
fellow aviator and Shipmate. He will be truly missed, and our heart goes out
to the Zilberman family during this very difficult time. "

Three of the four crewmembers were recovered shortly after the crash and are
in good condition without significant injuries.

The E-2C was returning from conducting operations in support of Operation
Enduring Freedom (OEF) when the aircraft experienced mechanical malfunctions and the crew performed a controlled bailout.

VAW 121 is homeported in Norfolk, Va. and is part CVW 7 assigned to the USS
Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (CSG).

The cause of the accident is under investigation

Comment by carols_kitchen on April 3, 2010 at 10:04am

Prayers for all our troops, their families and friends on our Easter weekend.

Comment by carols_kitchen on April 2, 2010 at 12:14pm

Grace--this Nuke may find another position in the Navy if no rules were broken. Others have done very well in different programs.

Comment by carols_kitchen on April 2, 2010 at 12:13pm

Please pray for our Heads At Ease Mom, Sue, and her grandson. This is very much needed.

Comment by carols_kitchen on April 1, 2010 at 7:09pm

Praying for our sailor's best friend who leaves for Air Force Boot camp on Monday.

Comment by Janis on April 1, 2010 at 12:26am

Dear Lord, praying for all the Sailors on the Ike tonight. Please put them in the Palm of your Hands, protect and keep them strong. All praises & honor to you, Amen

Comment by Cheryl Proud to be Allen's Mom on March 31, 2010 at 9:09pm

Praying to You Lord God for protection & the rescue of the sailor who is still missing. Guide those searching for the missing sailor to have strength & knowledge. Also, Father be with the families & the other sailors involved.

God, I also am asking for protection over Allen, Jessica, Mom & I as we travel Friday to Arkansas to be together for the last time for atleast 6 mths to a year. Thank you, Father for giving Allen the ability to complete & graduate from K-9 handler school tomorrow, April 1. It is all due to Your guidance & direction that he is able to do it. We are forever grateful & love You. We praise & honor You. In Jesus precious name I pray, Amen.

Comment by carols_kitchen on March 31, 2010 at 3:48pm

Praying for the fourth sailor and all those shipmates who are worried.

Comment by AngiePNMx2 on March 31, 2010 at 12:28pm

Also...I am always in prayer for the requests here but rarely post...I have a request for one of my sailors that is in Pre-BUDs training in GL...he has fractured both of his legs do to the strenuous training the incure...please pray for healing and restoration of his bones and tendons, they would be stronger than before the fractures and he would heal quickly so he can get back to his training....this is his dream to be a Navy SEAL

Comment by AngiePNMx2 on March 31, 2010 at 12:14pm

Prayer Warriiors : A Navy plane has gone down that was based off the Eisenhower carrier which is currently deployed...3 were found one is still missing...please pray for the ship, sailors and their families and that the fourth sailor will be found alive.
Here is the link to the story: http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=52300

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