Aircraft Carrier Operations

Images of sailors conducting maintenance and flight operations on various aircraft carriers. The scenes feature bright uniforms and engaged personnel, highlighting teamwork and readiness.

220726-N-XB010-1015 EAST CHINA SEA (July 26, 2022) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Jake Angulo, from Riverside, Calif., directing helicopters during flight quarters aboard the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans, part of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

Sailors assigned to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 perform routine maintenance on an F/A-18F Super Hornet on the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Fords (CVN 78) flight deck, Oct. 11, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

061030-N-1205S-048. Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68)

SEAMAN (SN) Chad Plambeck stands lookout as Storekeeper Second Class (SK2) David Stewart serves as sound-powered telephone talker aboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS NORFOLK (SSN-714). Country: Chesapeake Bay

220726-N-XB010-1015 EAST CHINA SEA (July 26, 2022) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Jake Angulo, from Riverside, Calif., directing helicopters during flight quarters aboard the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans, part of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220721-N-XN177-2129 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 21, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Paul Hlavac, from San Diego, adjusts his cranial on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 21, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

(from left to right) US Navy Aviation Ordnanceman AIRMAN Apprentice Kerry Handley and US Navy Aviation Ordnanceman AIRMAN Richard Collins retrieve an Air-Launched, Intercept-Aerial Guided Missile Nine (AIM-9 Sidewinder) from the wing of an F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Strike Fighter Squadron Thirty-Seven (VFA-37) after the final day of flight operations on board USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH in the Persian Gulf. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

220606-N-XN177-1259 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 6, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Nicholas Fareri, from Trenton, New Jersey, signals to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 on the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 6, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

110809-N-BT887-292PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 09, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Terrance Wever directs an E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Golden Hawks of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 112 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). The John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled western Pacific Ocean and Arabian Gulf deployment.

061114-N-4053P-215. Base: Philippine Sea

060724-N-2858G-144. Base: Nas, Sigonell Country: Sicily (SIC)

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (June 8, 2013) A Sailor pushes the arresting gear wire on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

DN-SC-89-08088. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

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WESTERN ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 14, 2022) Damage Controlman Fireman Lance Parker, from Liberty Lake, WA, conducts crash and salvage training with an MH-60R Romeo attached to Navy Helicopter Squadron Spartans (HSM) 70 aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82), during UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 14, 2022. UNITAS is the worlds longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Brazil, it brings together multinational forces from Brazil, Cameroon, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, Namibia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, South Korea, Spain, United Kingdom, Uruguay, and the United States conducting operations in and off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. The exercise trains forces to conduct joint maritime operations through the execution of anti-surface, anti-submarine, anti-air, amphibious and electronic warfare operations that enhance warfighting proficiency and increase interoperability among participating naval and marine force

DN-SC-87-10005. Base: Guantanamo Bay Country: Cuba (CUB)

221010-N-AL206-1100 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 10, 2022) A sailor aboard the Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) looks out at the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74) during a replenishment at sea. Gerald R. Ford is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations along NATO allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

060929-N-5024R-002. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 15, 2018) Airman Laura Fierro, left, and Airman Yasier Reeves clear the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) after removing chocks and chains from an MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter during the Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 4 composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is the final pre-deployment exercise that certifies the combined Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit's (MEU) abilities to conduct military operations at sea and project power ashore through joint planning and execution of challenging and realistic training scenarios. CSG 4 mentors, trains and assesses East Coast units preparing for future deployments

120114-N-BT887-411ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 14, 2012) An Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician rappels from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Strike Squadron (HSC) 8 to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

120222-N-DR144-052ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 22, 2012) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Montana Salavea, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22, fills out ordnance load-out forms for an F/A-18F Super Hornet on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

240120-N-DF558-1008 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2024) Aviation Machinists Mate 3rd Class Bryan Solis, from San Diego, conducts routine maintenance on an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14, in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is currently underway conducting routine operations in the Pacific Ocean.

Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Robert Valdez, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, fixes an oil leak on an MH-60S Nighthawk at Naval Air Station Fallon. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10 and the George H.W. Bush CSG. The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, VFA-103, VFA-86, VFA-136, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46.

220728-N-DW158-2027 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 1, 2022) Sailors load ordnance onto an F/A-18E Super Hornet attached to the Dambusters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195, on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 1. The Dambusters earned their nickname on May 1, 1951 when the squadron's Skyraiders destroyed the heavily defended and strategically positioned Hwacheon Dam in North Korea with aerial torpedoes by making precise low level runs. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

220920-N-ZG822-1161 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 20 2022) A Sailor signals to an MH-60S Nighthawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, moving cargo from supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) during a replenishment-at-sea, Sept. 20, 2022. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group 10 and the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG). The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, VFA-103, VFA-136, VFA-143, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, HSC-5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46. The GHWBCSG is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

220525-XN177-1081 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 25, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 1st Class Paul Salame, from Detroit, participates in flight operations aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 25, 2022. Tripoli is conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate H (Aircraft Handling) 2nd Class Michael Mappin gives the signal to pass off as he demonstrates fixed wing aircraft hand signals on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 29, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Daivon Tolbert, from Washington, D.C., directs a T-45C Goshawk training jet, assigned to the Eagles of Advanced Jet Training Squadron (VT) 7, on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

221006-N-LI114-2035 SEA OF JAPAN (Oct. 6, 2022) Lt. Lyle Tomaszewski, from Milan, Michigan, launches an EA-18G Growler, attached to the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141, from the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Sea of Japan, Oct. 6. The primary role of EA-18G Growlers is to disrupt the ability to communicate between units in combat through the use of electronic warfare. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

220905-N-GP384-1069 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 5, 2022) Sailors pose for a photo on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), during a Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 flyoff, Sep. 5, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interest.

060829-N-8158F-068. Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68)

A member of the El Escuadrón de Zapadores Paracaidistas (Spanish Parachute Squadron) prepares for a military free fall from a U.S. Air Force MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 352d Special Operations Wing near Cazaux Air Base, France, May 10, 2022. The MFF was part of exercise Athena, a French-led joint and combined Special Operation Forces exercise that validates the full spectrum of integrated component and partner capabilities. Exercises like Athena allow U.S. service members to train at the operational and tactical echelon as a combined, joint force with SOF setting the conditions for larger operations.

A crewman uses a high-pressure hose to clean out the pad eyes on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72) during the ship's shakedown cruise. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220803-N-VJ326-3224 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 3, 2022) - Master Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate Kwaku Agyemang, from Ghana, observes flight operations aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 3, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

A Spanish Navy aircraft director stands by onboard the Spanish Prince de Asturias Class Aircraft Carrier PRINCIPE DE ASTURIA (R 11), while conducting flight operations off the coast of Rota, Spain. The carrier is particapating in exercise Strong Resolve '98. The exercise, NATO's largest combinded exercise since the end of the Cold War, is taking place in Norway, Spain, Portugal and surrounding waters and will run through March 21st, 1998. Twenty-five nations are particapating in the exercise, with ten being Non-NATO nations. Spain and Portugal are hosting the crisis south scenario, which is the peacekeeping portion of the exercise and consist of over 25,000 people. Subject Operation/Series: STRONG RESOLVE '98 Base: Principe De Asturia (R 11) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

000928-N-1407C-003. Base: Uss George Washington (CVN 73) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220916-N-VS068-1094PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 16, 2022) - Sailors remove netting from a palette during an ammunition onload evolution on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Sept. 16. Aviation Ordnancemen operate and handle aviation ordnance equipment and are responsible for the stowage and loading of munitions and small arms. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of USS Makin Island and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

220816-N-XN177-1311 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 16, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Zachary Schaffner, from Detroit, stands at the end of the flight deck as an F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) launches from amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 16, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220601-N-VQ947-1032 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 1, 2022) Sailors fit a self-contained breathing apparatus on Chief Damage Controlman James Battaglia, center, from Eastlake, Ohio, during a toxic gas drill aboard San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Portland (LPD 27), June 1, 2022. Portland is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate H (Aircraft Handling) 2nd Class Michael Mappin gives the signal to turn left as he demonstrates fixed wing aircraft hand signals on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - A member of the U.S. Navy stands on the deck of the USS Anchorage on the first day of Orion Underway Recovery Test 3 in the Pacific Ocean. In the water are several Zodiac boats and rigid hull inflatable boats with U.S. Navy personnel and divers that are preparing to recover the Orion boilerplate test vehicle already in the water. NASA, Lockheed Martin and U.S. Navy personnel are conducting the recovery test to prepare for recovery of the Orion crew module on its return from a deep space mission. The test will allow the teams to demonstrate and evaluate the recovery processes, procedures, hardware and personnel in open waters.The Ground Systems Development and Operations Program is conducting the underway recovery tests. Orion is the exploration spacecraft designed to carry astronauts to destinations not yet explored by humans, including an asteroid and Mars. It will have emergency abort capability, sustain the crew during space travel and provide safe re-entry fro

Photos from Aviation Training Center, Mobile - 26-HK-426-306. Showing the Admiral around. Hurricane Katrina

Spc. James Shoemaker, 409th Engineer Company, Windsor, Colorado, dawns a chemical protection suit while operating a chemical decontamination line at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, April 29. The unit was part of an urban search and rescue training exercise in which an explosion occurred in a multistory urban building. We are basically the last line of defense before casualties get into the clean area, said Shoemaker of his position in the decontamination line. We have to make sure everybody is cleaned and free of contaminants they may have picked up in the hot zone. The scenario challenged Soldiers with dark nighttime conditions, smoke and debris, which often concealed victims throughout the building. Soldiers remained in full chemical suits for up to two hours, which tested their ability to function, communicate and perform fine motor skills as they would in a real-world situation.

221118-N-WU964-1108 PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 18, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Julian Bibb, from Detroit, signals pilots of a C-2A Greyhound, attached to the Fleet Logistics Squadron (VRC) 30 Det. 5, on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Philippine Sea, Nov. 18. VRC 30 is one of only two carrier-qualified logistics support squadrons, providing supplies, personnel, and logistics support to Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 5. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of CSG 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

Baltic Sea (Aug. 14, 2022) U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate Jessica Rodriguez, left, supervises U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate Paul Sanchez signaling aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), Aug. 14, 2022. Gunston Hall (LSD 44) is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S. allied and partner interests.

Dolphin Rescue - 26-HK-130-378. Hurricane Katrina

LCPL Leander Pickens (front), and CPL Tom Cimminelli, load an AIM-9 Sidewinder air-to-air missile onto an F/A-18C Hornet during sustained flight operations in the Persian Gulf. USS GEORGE WASHINGTON is conducting operations in the Persian Gulf in support Operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Country: At Sea

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Katherine Mercado-Ramos, 86th Maintenance Squadron field systems journeyman, performs the duties of an attendant during an annual aircraft fuel tank extraction exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 6, 2022. An attendant ensures that the entrant, who is a qualified Airman to perform maintenance inside the fuel tank, is responsive while fixing an issue with the aircraft fuel tank.

DN-SC-89-08084. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

SAGAMI WAN (May 9, 2022) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) conduct a helicopter in-flight refueling with an MH-60S Seahawk” helicopter assigned to the Golden Falcons” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12. Milius is currently conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

220416-N-XN177-1032 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 16, 2022) - Ensign Derek Hess, interior and exterior communications division officer stands bridge watch during a general quarters drill aboard amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), April 16, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 4, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 1st Class Michael Morrissey, from San Diego, directs aircraft on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

A flight deck crewman signals as he directs the movement of aircraft on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71). Country: Unknown

Lance Corporal Jonathan Slattery from Frankfort, Ky., carries an air hose across the flight deck during routine flight operations on board USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). TRUMAN is on station in the Arabian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. SOUTHERN WATCH establishes a southern no fly zone over Iraq and extends to the borders to just south of Baghdad, capital city of Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Justin Cortez, from Sheboygan, Wisconsin, assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) weapons department, stands watch on the flight deck, Sept. 19, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications and workups for a scheduled deployment this fall.

U.S. Navy Electronics Technician (Nuclear) 2nd Class Beau Bergeron, from Watson, Louisiana, attached to the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), holds the fire hose during a test of the ships water pressure and material condition of numerous hoses, aboard the ship, in Newport News, Virginia, June 1, 2022. The John C. Stennis is in Newport News Shipyard working alongside NNS, NAVSEA and contractors conducting Refueling and Complex Overhaul as part of the mission to deliver the warship back in the fight, on time and on budget, to resume its duty of defending the United States.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 21, 2022) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Myles Harrison, from Dallas, reloads an M9 service pistol during a practical weapons course training evolution on the flight deck aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

110326-N-DR144-004ARABIAN GULF (March 26, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Brandon Everson gives a thumbs up while preparing the bow catapults to launch aircraft aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

220507-N-JX182-1050 SINGAPORE (May 7, 2022) Fire Controlman 1st Class Jordan Gilchrist stands security watch aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

240215-N-VJ326-1030 SAN DIEGO (Feb. 15, 2024) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuel) Airman Scotty Klinetobe, from Niobrara, Nebraska, establishes communications during an aviation fuels flight deck casualty drill on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Feb. 15. Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego. Navy

U.S. Navy Sailor Onrie Johnson, an aviation boatswains mate assigned to the forward-deployed Amphibious Assault Ship USS America (LHA 6) puts out a simulated fire during a crash, fire, rescue exercise aboard the USS America, in the Philippine Sea, Jan. 27, 2023. The exercise went over how to control a fuel fire on a simulated downed aircraft in preparation for any real-life scenarios. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit is operating aboard ships of USS America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

110602-N-YZ751-075ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 2, 2011) Naval Air Crewmen 3rd Class Stuart Thompson, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9, embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), lowers a rescue basket from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during search and rescue training. George H.W. Bush is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of maritime support operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

221013-N-FD648-1034 PIRAEUS, Greece (Oct. 13, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), carry the jack staff as the ship departs Piraeus, Greece, following a scheduled port visit, Oct. 13, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

Two crewmen stand on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) after loading practice ordnance aboard an aircraft. Country: Unknown

Naval Air Crewman (Helicopter) 3rd Class Bradley J. Curry from Lowville, New York, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5 aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), conducts a search and rescue drill on an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, Feb. 26, 2024. George Washington is conducting Tailored Ships Training Availability and Final Evaluation Problem (TSTA/FEP). TSTA prepares the ship and crew for full integration into a carrier strike group through a wide range of mission critical operations. Navy

110923-N-TU221-196PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 23, 2011) An aircraft director guides an aircraft on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise.

221012-N-IL330-1121 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 12, 2022) - Fire Controlman 1st Class Jayco Tisdale, from Washington D.C., carries ammunition aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 12, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220715-N-XH769-2074 ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 15, 2022) U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Sergio Hernandez poses for a photo on the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) July 15, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Hayley Frederick, a power plant mechanic with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, observes flight training to enhance the pilots and air crews ability to maintain steady operations in the CH-53E Super Stallion over Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River, Jacksonville, North Carolina, July 20, 2022. MCAS New River provides aviation support, force protection, infrastructure, and community services to promote the readiness, sustainment and quality of life for II Marine Expeditionary Force and other military forces, tenant commands, personnel and their families.

220722-N-XN177-1035 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 22, 2022) - Airman Gage Burford, from Jacksonville, North Carolina, observes flight operations aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 22, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220517-N-TI693-1061IONIAN SEA (May 17, 2022) - Damage Controlman 1st Class Conrad Rios, left, from San Antonio, provides instruction and training on firefighting equipment while Engineman 2nd Class Cristian Cinco Acosta, from Phoenix, demonstrates proper wear during a damage control training aboard the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), May 17, 2022. Hershel "Woody" Williams is rotationally deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

Coast Guard Cutters - Dauntless (WMEC 624) - 26-HK-73-99. CGC Dauntless --- Coast Guardsmen on deck of commercial vessel -- 050928. Hurricane Katrina

Richard Forbes, a Priority 1 Air Rescue, rescue specialist prepares for rescue operations on a H-60M Black Hawk helicopter during FBI Hostage Rescue Team search and rescue training in the Charleston Harbor on Aug. 4, 2022, in Charleston, South Carolina. The HRT training was supported by local Law and maritime agencies while Priority 1 Air Rescue was involved in training the FBI personnel to familiarize them with rescue operations onboard the H-60M Black Hawk helicopter.

Aviation Electricians Mate 2nd Class Tailor William, a native of Beaverton, Oregon, conducts preventative maintenance on a MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Wildcards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23, on the flight deck aboard USS Boxer (LHD 4) as the ship steams in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 7, 2024. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of Boxer, USS Somerset (LPD 25), and USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), and the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway conducting integrated training and routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

US Navy crewmen from the Air Department stand by as a Carrier Early Warning E-2C Hawkeye aircraft launches from the flight deck of the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN 68), during on-going intense flight operations. The NIMITZ and Carrier Air Wing Nine (CVW-9) continue to support UN sanctions against Iraq during Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. Tensions in the gulf have recently increased following Saddam Hussein's public announcement that he will suspend cooperation with UN weapons inspection teams, if sanctions are not lifted, 21 February 1998. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68)

DM-SC-87-12093. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

230406-N-MH015-2067 EAST CHINA SEA (April 6, 2023) A U.S. Navy Sailor performs pre-launch checks on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

220623-N-TI693-1107GULF OF ADEN (June 23, 2022) Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuels) Junnel Carandang, air department leading chief petty officer, signals to the flight deck crew during helicopter operations aboard the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), June 23, 2022. Hershel Woody” Williams is rotationally deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate H (Aircraft Handling) 2nd Class Michael Mappin gives the signal for tail hook down as he demonstrates fixed wing aircraft hand signals on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 7, 2022) Sailors fight a simulated fire during a general quarters drill in the hangar bay aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, led by Carrier Strike Group 3, deployed from San Diego, Jan. 3, in support of global maritime security operations. An integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides the realistic, relevant training necessary to flawlessly execute our Navys role across the full spectrum of military operations — from combat operations to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. U.S. 3rd Fleet works together with our allies and partners to advance freedom of navigation, the rule of law, and other principles that underpin security for the Indo-Pacific region.

220905-N-XN177-1042 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 5, 2022) - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Zachary Greslo, from West Palm Beach, Florida, conducts maintenance on an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Sept. 5, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Marcelo Moreira-Mejia, a firefighter technician with Marine Wing Support Squadron 171, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo during aircraft rescue firefighting training on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 27, 2022. This live-fire training is conducted monthly to ensure readiness in the case of any aircraft emergency.

220526-XN177-1231 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 26, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Carla Rivera, from Baldwin Park, California, directs an F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121 on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 26, 2022. Tripoli is conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

US Navy Aviation Boatswain Mate Third Class Paul Grunder awaits to transfer cargo during a vertical replinishment onboard the Austin Class Amphibious Transport Dock Ship, USS DENVER (LPD 9), in the Persian Gulf in support of the Southwest Asia build-up. Base: USS Denver (LPD 9)

221001-N-TT639-1007 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 1, 2022) - Seaman Torian Redden, from Memphis, Tennessee, heaves in a line aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 1, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

221001-N-TT639-1007 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 1, 2022) - Seaman Torian Redden, from Memphis, Tennessee, heaves in a line aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 1, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220529-N-TO573-1126 ADRIATIC SEA (May 29, 2022) Aviation Machinists Mate 3rd Class Francis Manaog, left, from Bicol, Philippines and Aviation Machinists Mate 3rd Class Bobby Santiago, from Smithfield, North Carolina, both attached to the "Seahawks" of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 126, remove a variable pitch actuator from a E-2D Hawkeye propeller on the flight deck of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), May 29, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

Senior Airman Taylor Lancaster, a 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aircraft crew chief, guides a B-52H Stratofortress on Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Jan. 9, 2015. Lancasters main duty is to ensure his jet is fixed and prepared to take off before its flight time.

A contractor watches as a U.S. Navy CMV-22B Osprey is loaded onto a cargo ship during a logistical onload and offload at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 12, 2022. MCAS Iwakuni is uniquely positioned to support the dynamic transportation of various military assets between sea and shore through use of its co-located harbor and airfield.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 28, 2022) Aviation Machinist Mate 3rd Class Elijah Garcia, from Grants Pass, Ore., assigned to the "Raptors" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71, conducts maintenance on an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Aleksandr Freutel)

Sailors from U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command and staff from Naval Oceanographic Office conduct training while being embarked on Military Sealift Command oceanographic survey ship USNS Pathfinder (T-AGS 60). The Pathfinder is the oldest of six ships in the Pathfinder Class, and is named for Matthew Fontaine Maury, "Pathfinder of the Seas" and "Father of Modern Oceanography and Naval Meteorology." The ship was delivered to the Navy in October of 1994 and has completed over 250 survey missions. U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (NMOC) directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary.

220820-N-FD648-1040 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 20, 2022) Seaman Christian Meade, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), uses an alidade, Aug. 20, 2022. Farragut is part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group, an integrated combat weapons system thats delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security.

Executive Officer Cmdr. Cameron Ingram oversees the bridge team in the pilot house of the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116) as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, as the ship departs from Portsmouth, England, Nov. 18, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

061023-N-4776G-205. Base: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cody Polzin, A-10C Thunderbolt II Demonstration Team crew chief, washes an A-10 Thunderbolt II at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Oct. 6, 2022. As a crew chief, Polzin is responsible for maintenance on all aspects of the jet including hydraulics and other pivotal aircraft systems.

220416-N-XN177-1029 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 16, 2022) - Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Jaron Blake, from St. Louis, operates the helm on the bridge during a general quarters drill aboard amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), April 16, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

DN-ST-89-08982. Base: USS Independence (CV 62) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

120313-N-DB801-125PHILIPPINE SEA (March 13, 2012) Sailors aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) participate in a helicopter firefighting drill.

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