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Reserve Component Commander

CAPT Scott W. Paul

Capt. Scott W. Paul, a native of Anderson, Alaska, graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 2002 with a degree in mechanical engineering. After graduation, Paul completed primary and intermediate flight training with the "Shooters" of Training Squadron (VT) 6, advanced multi-engine training with the "Stingrays," and finally Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) training on the P-3 with the "Pro's Nest" of Patrol Squadron (VP) 30.

Paul's fleet junior officer tour was with the "Grey Knights" of VP-46, where he completed two Western Pacific Deployments in the 7th fleet area of responsibility in support of Operational Enduring Freedom. During this time, he graduated aviation safety officer school, and served as the AV/ARM division officer, aviation safety officer, and pilot training officer.

In 2007, Paul transferred to VP-30 as an instructor pilot. He held many positions including aviation safety officer, line division officer, fleet instructor-under training (FIUT) pilot lead, and quality assurance officer. He played a large part in the team earning the Safety "S," successfully transitioning the FIUT program to the Maritime Patrol & Reconnaissance Weapons School and navigating the squadron through two aviation maintenance inspections.

Paul then reported to Special Projects Squadron (VPU) 2 in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, where he served as a special missions mission commander and instructor pilot while conducting worldwide high-priority operational missions. He was awarded the Wing 2 Junior Officer Leadership Award for 2011.

Following his selection as a selected reservist officer in the Naval Reserve, he reported to the "Totems" of VP-69 in Whidbey Island, Washington, in August of 2012 where he screened for command. His significant achievements while in command include earning the Safety "S," Battle "E" award, as well as the 2019 Commander, Naval Air Force Reserve (CNAFR) Squadron of the Year.

Paul temporarily was assigned to Commander 3rd Fleet Maritime Air Operations Detachment Tucson, Arizona, while he awaited orders to Training Air Wing Six, where he served as the reserve component commander.

Paul currently serves as the reserve component commander for Chief of Naval Air Training.

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