LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Lieutenant Commander Kyle Jason upon the
occasion of his designation as recipient of the Naval Air Force Pacific
Pilot of the Year Award

WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who
have served so faithfully and courageously when our Nation's freedom was
at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace during peacetime,
deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, The dedication and sacrifices of our military personnel
ensure our continued role as a Nation which embodies the ideals of
democracy, and is a defender of liberty for peoples throughout the
world; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Lieutenant
Commander Kyle Jason upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the Naval Air Force Pacific Pilot of the Year Award; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Commander Kyle Jason will receive this auspicious
award for being an outstanding representative of his command and commu-
nity; he is a professional at the top of his field and embodies the true
fighting spirit of naval action; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Don Bosco Prep School in 1997, Lieutenant
Commander Kyle Jason has been serving his country as a member of the
United States Navy for 13 years, and is currently serving at squadron
VFA-192 as a pilot; and
WHEREAS, After intense back-to-back combat deployments, Lieutenant
Commander Kyle Jason and his unit were presented with the unprecedented
and monumental challenge of revitalizing out of service FA-18E Super
Hornets to front line, combat-ready status; as the Dragon maintenance
officer, he was fortunate enough to lead the Navy's finest ground
professionals, chief petty officers, and sailors who took complete
ownership of their unique mission, and shared in the command's vision
for success; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Commander Kyle Jason would like to share this
honor with every member of the World Famous Golden Dragon team for their
efforts, pride, and sacrifice; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved with great respect and rever-
ent esteem, and, on behalf of all of the citizens of the Empire State,
to renew its tribute to the men and women of New York State who so cour-
ageously serve their State and Nation in defense of freedom and democra-
cy; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Lieutenant Commander Kyle Jason upon the occasion of his desig-
nation as recipient of the Naval Air Force Pacific Pilot of the Year
Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Lieutenant Commander Kyle Jason.