SAN DIEGO - Airman Phuoc Tran, a native of Georgetown, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron (VRM) 30.
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| Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Jennings |
Tran graduated from Georgetown High School in 2021.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Georgetown.
“Growing up and through high school, I was part of the theater and during that time I learned how to work with different people of different values and upbringings to put on the best show possible,” said Tran.
Tran joined the Navy two years ago. Today, Tran serves as an airman
“I joined the Navy looking for my citizenship and to find a purposeful career,” said Tran.
Members of VRM 30 fly and maintain the CMV-22B Osprey, a vertical takeoff and landing tilt-rotor aircraft. VRM aircraft have increased operational range, faster cargo loading and unloading, increased survivability and enhanced communications compared to the C-2A Greyhound.
With 90% of global commerce traveling by sea and access to the internet relying on the security of undersea fiber optic cables, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity of the United States is directly linked to recruiting and retaining talented people from across the rich fabric of America.
“We will earn and reinforce the trust and confidence of the American people every day,” said Adm. Lisa Franchetti, Chief of Naval Operations. “Together we will deliver the Navy the nation needs.”
Tran has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I am proud to say I am now an American citizen,” said Tran. “There are so many people around the world who want to call themselves an American but after my sacrifices and hard work, I can call myself a citizen. I have also learned more than I thought I possibly could in such a short amount of time.”
Tran serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation's prosperity and security.
“Serving in the Navy means I get to do my part of serving my country and giving back to those who can't,” said Tran.
Tran is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I would like to thank my family back home for always pushing me to be the best son and sailor I can be,” added Tran. “I would also like to thank my team and new family here in the Navy.”