SAN DIEGO (AP) — A Yemeni lawmaker says in a lawsuit that U.S. military veterans who worked for a private security firm were hired as mercenaries to kill him in 2015 on behalf of the United Arab Emirates as part of a campaign by the U.S. ally that targeted political opponents. The lawsuit by Anssaf […]
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The Navy delays the USS Nimitz’ decommissioning
As the U.S. wages war with Iran, the Navy has delayed the decommissioning of the USS Nimitz, a half-century old aircraft carrier. The Nimitz was stationed in Coronado from 2001-2012 and deployed repeatedly to the Middle East during those years, including in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. The Department of War […]
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‘No known threats to San Diego’ as FBI memo warning of drone attacks on California circulates
Naval Air Station North Island has ramped up security measures in the aftermath of a memo from the FBI warning of potential drone attacks from Iran on California. The warning was originally obtained by ABC News and was reportedly sent in early February before the war on the Middle Eastern country started. “Iran allegedly aspired […]
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NASCAR on NASNI: Commands have been paired with drivers for race day
As the Naval Air Station North Island-NASCAR race hits the 100-day mark until racers shift into high gear and burn rubber on the birthplace of naval aviation, different Navy commands all throughout San Diego met on March 11 in Coronado to be paired with drivers. Thirty-eight commands, including Naval Base Coronado, the USS Carl Vinson […]
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California governor says no imminent threat despite warning about possible Iran drone attack
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom said there was no imminent threat to the state, despite a warning from the FBI that Iran could send drones to the West Coast in retaliation for war. Newsom said drone issues “have always been top of mind.” We’ve been aware of that information. … It’s all […]
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Naval Air Station North Island increases security measures as war in Mideast expands
Naval Base Coronado, which includes Naval Air Station North Island, announced on March 1 that it has increased security measures at all nine installations as the war between Israel-U.S. and Iran spreads through the Middle East. Coronado-based aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln is on the front lines, launching the first attacks on Feb. 28, and […]
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Traffic delays expected around Naval Base Coronado
The Coronado Police Department said to expect traffic delays until further notice around all Naval Base Coronado entrance gates due to increased base security measures. Coronado-based aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln was involved in the first wave of the United States’ joint attack with Israel against Iran on Saturday.
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Coronado-based USS Abraham Lincoln launches jet attacks against Iran
Coronado-based aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln was involved in the first wave of the United States’ joint attack with Israel against Iran on Saturday. According to U.S. Central Command (CentCom), the United States and partner forces began striking targets at 1:15 a.m. ET to dismantle the Iranian regime’s security apparatus. The Lincoln launched jet attacks […]
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Human error blamed for jet crash following Navy investigation
Last February, a Navy jet practicing at Naval Air Station North Island crashed into San Diego Bay and two crewmembers ejected from the plane due to human error, according to a new report from the Navy. According to the San Diego Union Tribune, accident investigators ruled out mechanical failure. They were unable to pinpoint an […]
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US military airlifts small reactor as Trump pushes to quickly deploy nuclear power
HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah (AP) — The Pentagon and the Energy Department for the first time airlifted a small nuclear reactor from California to Utah, demonstrating what they say is the U.S. potential to quickly deploy nuclear power for military and civilian use. The nearly 700-mile flight last weekend — which transported a 5-megawatt […]
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Coronado-based aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln is deployed in the Arabian Sea
Coronado-based aircraft carrier, the USS Abraham Lincoln, is currently operating in the Arabian Sea, according to U.S. Central Command (CentCom). The carrier will be conducting air operations while waiting for the USS Gerald R. Ford, another aircraft carrier homeported in Norfolk, Virginia. It was accompanied by two military supply ships and two U.S. Coast Guard […]
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U.S. Navy fighter jet takes down drone aimed for USS Abraham Lincoln
A Navy fighter jet destroyed an Iranian drone that was headed toward Coronado-based aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a statement from U.S. Central Command. Central Command spokesperson Capt. Tim Hawkins said in a statement that the drone “unnecessarily maneuvered toward” the carrier aggressively and kept flying toward the Lincoln, ignoring multiple attempts by […]
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Commanders of Unmanned Surface Vessel Divisions 31, 32, 33 assume command
Commanders of Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) Divisions 31, 32 and 33 assumed their respective commands during a ceremony at Naval Air Station North Island, Coronado, on Jan. 22. During the ceremony, Lt. Konstantine Glaros assumed command of USV Division 31, Lt. Sarah Weinstein assumed command of USV Division 32, and Lt. Joseph Gruber assumed command […]
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Stricken helicopter from Naval Air Station North Island used for training
Staff from the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit (CNATTU) North Island in Coronado accepted a stricken MH-60S helicopter from the Helicopter Sea Combat Wing at Naval Air Station North Island earlier this month. The aircraft, which has been declared to never fly again, will be used as a full-scale instructional platform to support […]
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Former Navy sailor sentenced to 16 years for selling information about ships to Chinese intelligence
A former U.S. Navy sailor convicted of selling technical and operating manuals for ships and operating systems to an intelligence officer working for China was sentenced on Jan. 12 to more than 16 years in prison, prosecutors said. A federal judge in San Diego sentenced Jinchao Wei, 25, to 200 months. A federal jury convicted […]