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Honoring Excellence: NAS Fallon's Frocking Ceremony Recognizes Hard Work and Dedication

Honoring Excellence: NAS Fallon's Frocking Ceremony  Recognizes Hard Work and Dedication
(L to R) Tylo Montes Aviation Boatswain’s Mate, Fuels 2nd Class, YN3 Shedric Powell, Base Commander Capt. Shane Tanner, and Command Master Chief Katherine Knight. Photos courtesy of NASF.

Naval Air Station Fallon (NASF) recently hosted a frocking ceremony, a significant tradition in the military, to honor and promote ten deserving sailors. Led by NASF's 34th commander, Captain Shane Tanner, the ceremony held particular importance in recognizing the dedication and hard work of these individuals. 

In military terms, frocking refers to allowing a sailor selected for promotion to assume the title and responsibilities of the higher rank before the official promotion date. This symbolic ceremony acknowledges the individual's accomplishments and serves as a morale boost, recognizing their contributions to the unit. 

Among those honored at NAS Fallon's frocking ceremony were:

ABH1 Allison Bilbrey 
AC1 Devin Greer 
MA1 Benjamin Gygax 
CS1 Francis Vance 
AC2 Wyatt Buckley 
AC2 Tony Martin 
AC2 Ryan Powell 
AC3 Jackson Mingledorff 
YN3 Shedric Powell 
YN3 Eli Santiago

Each of these sailors demonstrated exceptional dedication and proficiency in their roles, earning them advancement. The frocking ceremony symbolizes their personal achievements and underscores the value they bring to NAS Fallon and the broader naval community. 

NAS Fallon, renowned as the premier tactical air warfare training center, holds these ceremonies with great reverence. It reinforces the sense of camaraderie and commitment within the station while emphasizing the significance of individual growth and professional development. 

As we extend our congratulations to these promoted sailors, we also express gratitude for their dedication and hard work. Their accomplishments contribute to the continued excellence of NAS Fallon and the vital role it plays in preparing naval aviators for success in any future mission.

Pictured below: AC2 Wyatt Buckley, 2nd Class,  being pinned by AC1, Don De La Cruz, Air Traffic Controller 1st Class and Capt. Shane Tanner prepares to advance 1st Class selectees. Photos courtesy of NASF. 


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