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Hull Swap

Was wondering if anyone had any info on the hull swap in San Diego. I would like to fly out to visit my son while he is there. This would be the first time I have gone to see him and would love for anyone with experience to give me some pointers!

Thank you so much!!!

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Permalink Reply by Annette on July 28, 2015 at 11:08am

We are going to San Diego for the hull swap. All the information should be given to you by your sailor. We had forms to fill out and sent back in for base access. Follow the GW page on FB and the GW Ombudsman page.

Permalink Reply by NORBELY on July 28, 2015 at 12:29pm

Hi Annette,

I tried looking for the form to be filled out and could not find it. I have not spoken to my son in a week so I'd like to get these forms out before we go. I already have the dates just need the access to go on base. Can you Please help.

Permalink Reply by DylsMom on July 28, 2015 at 3:17pm

Please go to USS GW OMBUDSON Page on Facebook for latest info about paper work and getting on base.

Permalink Reply by DylsMom on July 28, 2015 at 3:19pm

Sorry "Ombudsman "

Permalink Reply by NORBELY on July 28, 2015 at 3:36pm

Check the web site again.Some changes have been made.

Permalink Reply by 1preciousgirl on July 29, 2015 at 5:13pm

PLEASE REMEMBER OPSEC - do not list dates/times or which base they will be pulling into. The information will either come directly from your sailor to you and/or will be posted by the USS GW Ombudsman 24 hours ahead of port arrival.

Permalink Reply by NORBELY on July 30, 2015 at 8:11am

Thank you,yes that is very important. We all need to be reminded of OPSEC,no matter how safe and protected a website is.

Thank you.

Permalink Reply by 1preciousgirl on August 5, 2015 at 2:49pm

If anybody has any NEW news regarding the port arrival due to happen soon-please private message me and lets compare notes :)

Permalink Reply by 1preciousgirl on August 7, 2015 at 12:17pm

Any families coming out to NASNI-see you Monday :)

Permalink Reply by AmOm on August 18, 2015 at 10:25am