U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian T. Glunt
PEARL HARBOR – A Tucson, Arizona, native and 2016 Pusch Ridge graduate is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the guided-missile cruiser, USS Port Royal.
Petty Officer 2nd Class Tyler Chaney has served in the Navy for two years and is a U.S. Navy sonar technician (surface) aboard guided-missile cruiser operating out of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
As a Navy sonar technician (surface), Chaney is responsible for conducting active and passive sonar operations to see everything happening underwater.
Chaney credits success in the Navy to many of the lessons learned in Tucson.
“Growing up, I learned about developing a strong work ethic through my club soccer team and my parents,” said Chaney.
Approximately 300 men and women serve aboard the ship. According to Navy officials, their jobs are highly specialized and keep each part of the cruiser running smoothly. They do everything from maintaining gas turbine engines and operating the highly sophisticated Aegis weapons system to driving the ship and operating small boats.
Though there are many ways for sailors to earn distinction in their command, community, and career, Chaney is most proud of advancing in rank from E-1 to E-5 in two years.
“I am proud of this because it shows that my hard work is paying off,” said Chaney.
A Navy cruiser is a multi-mission ship that can operate independently or as part of a larger group of ships at sea Navy officials explained. The ship is equipped with a vertical launching system, tomahawk missiles, torpedoes, guns and a phalanx close-in weapons systems.
Being stationed in Pearl Harbor, often referred to as the gateway to the Pacific in defense circles, means Chaney is serving in a part of the world taking on a new importance in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances, and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
“Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.”
The Navy has been pivotal in helping maintain peace and stability in the Pacific region for decades. The Pacific is home to more than 50 percent of the world's population, many of the world's largest and smallest economies, several of the world's largest militaries, and many U.S. allies.
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Chaney, who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Chaney is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“My grandfather was a paratrooper during the Korean War and my dad served for 20 years in the Air Force,” said Chaney. “My dad is one of my biggest role models in my life, so I wanted to follow in his footsteps.”
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Chaney and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes, one that will provide a critical component of the Navy the nation needs.
As a Navy sonar technician (surface), Chaney is responsible for conducting active and passive sonar operations to see everything happening underwater.
Chaney credits success in the Navy to many of the lessons learned in Tucson.
“Growing up, I learned about developing a strong work ethic through my club soccer team and my parents,” said Chaney.
Approximately 300 men and women serve aboard the ship. According to Navy officials, their jobs are highly specialized and keep each part of the cruiser running smoothly. They do everything from maintaining gas turbine engines and operating the highly sophisticated Aegis weapons system to driving the ship and operating small boats.
Though there are many ways for sailors to earn distinction in their command, community, and career, Chaney is most proud of advancing in rank from E-1 to E-5 in two years.
“I am proud of this because it shows that my hard work is paying off,” said Chaney.
A Navy cruiser is a multi-mission ship that can operate independently or as part of a larger group of ships at sea Navy officials explained. The ship is equipped with a vertical launching system, tomahawk missiles, torpedoes, guns and a phalanx close-in weapons systems.
Being stationed in Pearl Harbor, often referred to as the gateway to the Pacific in defense circles, means Chaney is serving in a part of the world taking on a new importance in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances, and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
“Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.”
The Navy has been pivotal in helping maintain peace and stability in the Pacific region for decades. The Pacific is home to more than 50 percent of the world's population, many of the world's largest and smallest economies, several of the world's largest militaries, and many U.S. allies.
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Chaney, who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Chaney is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“My grandfather was a paratrooper during the Korean War and my dad served for 20 years in the Air Force,” said Chaney. “My dad is one of my biggest role models in my life, so I wanted to follow in his footsteps.”
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Chaney and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes, one that will provide a critical component of the Navy the nation needs.