Carson City native serves where future Navy warfighters train

U.S. Navy aerographer’s mates are some of the most highly trained people on the planet, and this training begins at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit located at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Miss.

Senior Chief Petty Officer Brett Myers is a native of Carson City. Myers graduated from Carson High School in 2010. Myers joined the Navy 12 years ago.

“I did a tour of the USS Midway in San Diego when I was 10 or 11,” said Myers. “We were on a family vacation when my dad asked us if wanted to tour the ship. After that, I got very interested in Navy life. I wanted to see the world.”

The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Carson City.

“Growing up, I learned the importance of hard work and doing your part,” said Myers. “In the Navy, you’ve got to work hard. In order for an effective team to be effective, everybody’s got to be rowing in the same direction. You’ve got to do your part. Patriotism is a big deal in Carson City, I took serving in the Navy as doing my part for my country.”

Myers is an aerographer’s mate currently stationed at CNATTU Keesler serving as the department head of METOC department.

Myers serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.

“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.”

Myers has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.

“My proudest accomplishment was being able to reenlist at the USS Arizona Memorial,” said Myers. “I’m a history buff, so knowing what happened at Pearl Harbor and being able to continue the tradition of service there was pretty crazy. It was an honor to be able to do that and it’s something I’m proud of.”

Myers can take pride in serving America through military service.

“Serving in the Navy means being part of a team that feels like a family,” said Myers. “We’re building strong bonds that last.”

Myers is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.

“I want to thank my wife and kids for supporting a very unconventional lifestyle that isn’t easy,” added Myers. “I also want to thank my mom, dad, grandparents, aunts and uncles for making me who I am.”