Featuring Blue Angels Pilot, Lt. Scott Goossens | Produced by Ryan Nothhaft
Get ready to be inspired by the remarkable journey of Lieutenant Scott Goossens, a true embodiment of dedication and excellence in the United States Navy. Born in the heart of New York, New York, and raised in San Francisco, California, Lt. Goossens' story is one that encapsulates resilience, passion, and the pursuit of greatness.
Upon graduating from St. Ignatius College Preparatory in 2006, where he showcased his prowess in both football and soccer, Goossens sought a more traditional college experiencing prior to joining the Navy and attended George Washington University. There, he not only continued to shine on the soccer field but also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 2010.
Leveraging his new degree, Goossens stayed in Washington, D.C., where he took a position at an organization that supported national security and defense policy. However, in 2013, he heeded the call to serve his country in a more profound way, embarking on a path that would see him earn his commission in the U.S. Navy through Officer Candidate School in Newport, Rhode Island.
Lt. Goossens journey to the skies began at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, in July 2013, before mastering the T-6B Texan II at NAS Whiting Field, Milton, Florida, and later conquering the T-45C Goshawk at NAS Meridian, Mississippi, where he earned his Wings of Gold in September 2015.
Lt. Goossens' skill and resilience then led him to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 122, the "Flying Eagles," stationed at NAS Lemoore, California. Here, he embarked on a new chapter, training on the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.
His journey continued when he was transferred to Japan to join the "Eagles" of VFA-115, where he played crucial roles as the squadron's Schedules Officer, NATOPS Officer, Weapons and Tactics Officer. It was during this time that he made contact with David Tickle, a former Blue Angels pilot that provided Goossens with insight into the Blue Angels culture and operating model, sparking his initial interest to eventually pursue a position on the elite demonstration squadron.
Returning to VFA-122 in 2020 as an instructor pilot, Lt. Goossens served as an LSO, Assistant Fighter Weapons and Tactics Phase Head, and Operations Representative. After rushing the Blues through the 2021 airshow season, Goossens was officially selected to the team In September of that year.
Initially assigned to serve as the Team's Narrator #7 for the 2022 airshow season, Goossens swapped positions to the #3 Left Wing after a teammate suffered a cycling injury and needed additional time to recover during Winter Training in El Centro, CA. After a successful 2022 season, Goossens transitioned to the #4 flying the Slot position in the Team's iconic Diamond Formation.
So join us in celebrating the extraordinary journey of Lt. Scott Goossens as he continues to reach for the skies with the Blue Angels, inspiring generations with his passion, resilience, and unwavering spirit.
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SPECIAL THANKS to those that provide visual resources and support for this project:
Airman 1st Class Gage Rodriguez
Cpl. Samuel Fletcher
DVIDS
gwsports.com
Lance Cpl. Christian Cutter
Lance Cpl. Terry Stennett
Laura Bogan
Lt. Scott Goossens
MC1 Bobby Baldock
MC1 Cody Deccio
MC1 Cody Hendrix
MC3 Jeff Sherman
MCC Michael Russell
MCC Paul Archer
Matthew Callahan
Mike Bilek
Ryan Nothhaft
Videezy.com
WKYC 3
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2022 Blue Angels
1. CAPT Brian Kesselring
2. LT Chris Kapuschansky
3. LT Scott Goossens
4. MAJ Frank Zastoupil, USMC
5. LCDR Cary Rickoff
6. LCDR Julius Bratton
7. LT Griffin Stangel
8. LT Katlin Forster
XO CRD Jon Fay
M1 CAPT William Huckeba, USMC
M2 CAPT Jackson Streiff, USMC
M3 MAJ Joshua Soltan, USMC
MO LT Brian Abe
Assistant MO LT Henry Cedeno
Flight Surgeon LCDR Monica Borza
SO LT Paul Kruger
PAO LT Chelsea Dietlin
2023 Blue Angels:
1. CDR Alexander Armatas
2. LCDR Chris Kapuschansky
3. LT Amanda Lee
4. LT Scott Goossens
5. LCDR Julius Bratton
6. LCDR Griffin Stangel
7. LCDR Thomas Zimmerman
8. LCDR Brian Vaught
XO CRD Jon Fay
M1 CAPT Jackson Streiff, USMC
M2 MAJ Joshua Soltan, USMC
M3 CAPT Samuel Petko, USMC
MO LT Henry Cedeno
Assistant MO LCDR Gregory Jones
Flight Surgeon LT Philippe Warren
SO LT Paul Kruger
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26 авг 2024
