11/02/2025
Florida International Air Show Hosts Joint Services Oath of Enlistment
By MC1 Natalia Murillo
Under the open skies of Punta Gorda, Florida, Future Sailors attached to Navy Talent Acquisition Group Miami pledged their commitment to serve, alongside fellow future armed forces, during a joint enlistment ceremony held at the Florida International Air Show November 1, 2025.
“My first thought was that I wanted to do it,” said NTAG Miami Future Sailor Levi Donovan. “My family said they wanted to be here as soon as I told them about it. My friends, instructors, and family have all supported me.”
The seven Future Sailors travelled in from the surrounding cities, such as Port Charlotte and Fort Myers, to participate in the ceremony.
U.S. Army Capt. Markevius Sanders, company commander, Sarasota U.S. Army Recruiting Company, administered the oath of enlistment to a group of 80 future Marines, Sailors, Soldiers and Airmen.
“Today, we brought these different branches of the armed services here for this because we believe it’s a great opportunity to work together and to let the community see for themselves what joint service teamwork really looks like,” said Sanders. “The branches each have their unique specialties and roles but overall we work toward the same mission.”
NTAG Miami Sailor, Retails Specialist 1st Class Berrios believes events like this one motivate and prepare the next generation of Sailors for their mission ahead.
“The Future Sailors were excited to be a part of it, especially for their loved ones to be able to witness such an incredible experience,” said Berrios. “For some community members this is the first chance they see the future of this nation’s military in such a powerful way. For the Future Sailors, this is a taste of what it means to serve devotedly to others and to understand the kind of impact their future holds. Lastly, for the families, it may serve as a reality check that their relative is affirming their commitment to a career path that will change their lives forever.”
Future Sailor Donovan believes he is ready to embark on that commitment.
“I chose to join the Navy both to see the world and to defend my county and honor God,” said Donovan. “Now that I have officially enlisted, I plan to continue learning about the Navy and encouraging others to do the same.”
Are you ready to begin your Navy journey, contact your local recruiter at 954-372-6064 or visit www.navy.mil.
The Florida International Air Show (FIAS) is a nonprofit organization that supports the Punta Gorda community through charitable donations and fundraising opportunities for local nonprofit and civic groups. According to the organization’s website, FIAS’s mission is to provide a family-friendly event that celebrates aviation’s past and present while inspiring the next generation of aviators.
NTAG Miami has 38 recruiting locations throughout South Florida, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, with the combined mission to recruit the highest caliber Sailors to meet the needs of the fleet.
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