Naval Aircraft Maintenance Operations

Behind-the-scenes maintenance activities aboard various naval vessels, featuring personnel inspecting and repairing aircraft systems and equipment.

220613-N-ED646-0052 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 13, 2022) Information Systems Technician 1st Class Warren Rogers, from Chesapeake, Virginia, opens a hatch during a general quarters drill aboard USS Gravely (DDG 107), June 13, 2022. Gravely 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.

221011-N-IX644-1039 IONIAN SEA (Oct. 11, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Kaleb Keith, from Union, Kentucky, checks the landing gear pressure gauges on an F/A-18E Super Hornet aircraft attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77), Oct. 11, 2022. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of CSG-10, George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG). The squadrons of CVW-7 are VFA-86, VFA-103, VFA-136, VFA-143, 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. 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.

220607-N-QP737-1034 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 7, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Equipment) Airman Riccardo Quintones, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), repacks an arresting gear engine retract valve June 7, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and warfighting capability before a future deployment. The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat America's adversaries in support of national security.

SEA OF HEBERDIES (Oct. 4, 2022) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Jakob Lopez, right, helps Damage Control Fireman Hoang Nguyen, left, apply a jubilee patch during a damage control drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), Oct. 4, 2022. Exercise Joint Warrior 22-2 is a U.K.-hosted, multilateral training exercise designed to provide NATO and allied forces with a unique multi-warfare environment to prepare for global operations. Roosevelt 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.

220523-N-AO868-1018 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 23, 2022) Machinists Mate 2nd Class Alec Martinez uses a grease gun to conduct maintenance on a tail guide winch aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56), May 23, 2022. San Jacinto 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.

220730-N-NR343-1103 RED SEA (July 30, 2022) Chief Quartermaster Steven Parrish repairs the hotel flag aboard littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11) while transiting the Red Sea, July 30. Sioux City is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220430-N-BP862-1015 ADRIATIC SEA (April 30, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Jacob Conn, from King, North Carolina, assigned to the "Proud Warriors" of Helicopter Sea Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72, tightens screws on the tire of an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), April 30, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

220426-N-UP745-1547 CENTRAL MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 26, 2022) Aviation Machinist Mate 2nd Class Leighlony Fain, from Dallas, inspects an anti-ice valve on an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the Vipers” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 48, during a routine maintenance aboard Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), in the Central Mediterranean Sea, April 26, 2022. Jason Dunham is a part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interest in Europe and Africa.

220613-N-ED646-0052 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 13, 2022) Information Systems Technician 1st Class Warren Rogers, from Chesapeake, Virginia, opens a hatch during a general quarters drill aboard USS Gravely (DDG 107), June 13, 2022. Gravely 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 25, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Noah Martinez, from Dallas, assigned to the Wizards” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, prepares safety wires for maintenance aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Carl Vinson and Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Groups conduct dual carrier operations to advance Joint Force interoperability while demonstrating our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Joint Force routinely seeks opportunities to operate in support of peace and stability for all nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Javier Reyes)

220826-N-QI593-1021 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 26, 2022) Ensign Jeff Tran, from Raleigh, North Carolina, writes messages to be passed during a general quarters drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Atlantic Ocean, Aug. 26, 2022. General quarters drills prepare Sailors to be at the highest state of readiness in the event of an emergency. Bainbridge 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.

220507-N-CY569-1010 MEDATERANIAN SEA (May 7, 2022) Machinists Mate Fireman Makhi Thomas, from Los Angeles, dogs down hatch during a general quarters drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), May 7, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

021004-F-1131H-023. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

220619-N-NR343-1005 GULF OF ADEN (June 19, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Sea Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat squadron (HSC 22) conduct maintenance on a MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter aboard littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11), in the Gulf of Aden June 19. Sioux City is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220613-N-PA358-1006 MEDITERRANIAN SEA (June 13, 2022) Hull Maintenance Technician 3rd Class Kyle Mehle, from Bedford, Pennsylvania, welds a door handle in the hangar bay aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 13, 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.

221014-N-EH998-1044 DUQM, Oman (Oct. 14, 2022) Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) 2nd Class Joshua Telepo tests a fuel sample aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) in the port of Duqm, Oman, Oct. 14. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220626-N-TC847-1008 ATLANTIC OCEAN (JUNE 26, 2022) Yeoman 2nd Class Kevin Walker, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), assess a simulated victim during a mass casualty drill, June 26, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and warfighting capability before a future deployment. The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security.

220615-N-FB730-1013 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 15, 2022) Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Tou Vang, from St. Paul, Minnesota, changes out a barrel on a large volume pre-oiler in the hangar bay of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 15, 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.

120820-N-WO496-065U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Aug. 20, 2012) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Jacob St. Romain hangs a tamper-proof tag on an aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) valve aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78). Porter is deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

220422-N-TO573-1058 ADRIATIC SEA (April 22, 2022) Aviation Machinists Mate 2nd Class Lena Kornmiller, from Fayetteville, North Carolina, assigned to the "Dragonslayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, seals a blade fold motor bolt of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), April 22, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dominic Hobbs, 325th Maintenance Squadron armament maintenance supervisor, measures a component of an F-22 20mm Gatling Gun System at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, June 15, 2022. F-22 20mm Gatling Gun Systems must be precisely configured to maintain mission ready status.

060829-N-9860Y-019. Base: USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19)

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 10, 2022) Airman Elijah Sankitts, from Kissimmee, Fla., prepares to hoist ordnance equipment 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.

ARABIAN SEA (May 31, 2021) Sailors move a jet turbine in an aircraft intermediate maintenance department shop aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) in the Arabian Sea, May 31, 2021. The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations and providing airpower to protect U.S. and coalition forces as they conduct drawdown operations from Afghanistan.

U.S. Army Spc. James Payne, UH-60 helicopter repairer with the 1st Assault Helicopter Battalion, 150th Aviation Regiment, washes a UH-60M Black Hawk at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, April 10, 2023. The Black Hawks are washed regularly to prevent corrosion and damage to maintain mission readiness.

Engineman Fireman Jess Simpson, a native of Las Vegas, conducts maintenance on the main propulsion diesel engine pneumatic box aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25) while underway in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 8, 2024. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of USS Boxer (LHD 4), Somerset, 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.

220719-N-XN177-1072 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 19, 2022) - Damage Controlman 3rd Class Christopher Combs, from Las Vegas, puts a training emergency escape breathing device back in its storage case following an engineering training team drill in main machinery room two aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 19, 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (July 30, 2022) Quartermaster 1st Class David Butler, from Hilton head, South Carolina, polishes the ships bell in the pilot house aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) while the ship transits the South China Sea on July 30, 2022. Chancellorsville is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific and is assigned to Commander, Task Force 70, a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of its allies and partners in the region.

220625-N-AO868-1086 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 25, 2022) Gas Turbine Systems Technician Electrical 3rd Class Gauge Jordon, from Cleveland, Ohio, removes a valve on a generator prior to a water wash down, aboard USS San Jacinto (CG 56) in the Mediterranean Sea, June 25, 2022. San Jacinto 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 28, 2022) Machinists Mate 3rd Class Isaac Amavisca, left, from Nogales, Arizona, and Machinists Mate Fireman Mayeli Riosruiz, from Austin, Texas, perform maintenance on high-pressure air compressor components in the engine room aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while conducting routine operations in the South China Sea, Sept. 28. Higgins is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

070126-N-2659P-004. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 29, 2022) Seaman Dakiyuh Locklear, left, from Fayettville, North Carolina, and Seaman Nakyla Taylor, right, from San Diego, inspect the boatswains locker aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) during a general quarters drill. Benfold is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

220530-N-GN523-1009 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 30, 2022) Machinists Mate 1st Class Joseph Vogel, from Carmine, Texas, records valve pressures in the producer room of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). One of the capabilities of Ronald Reagans producer room is to convert oxygen gas into liquid, providing pilots with breathable air during flight operations. 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.

221212-N-ET093-1028 ADRIATIC SEA (Dec. 12, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuel) 3rd Class Daniel Delvalle, from Philadelphia, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), removes fuel for the cleaning and inspecting a JP-5 pump suction side strainer, Dec. 12, 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.

060916-N-5911S-022. Base: USS Boxer (LHD 4)

220716-N-TT059-1013 ARABIAN GULF (July 16, 2022) Aviation Machinist's Mate 1st Class Jannicejoie Reyes, assigned to the "Magicians" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 35, guides an aircraft engine for installation aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) in the Arabian Gulf, July 16. Momsen is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220808-N-GF955-1213ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 8, 2022) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Alan Clark, from Struthers, Ohio, left, and Damage Controlman 1st Class Tyler Kruse, from Deer Park, N.Y., conduct maintenance on a scuttle aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), Aug. 8, 2022. Paul Ignatius, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, 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.

240124-N-PI330-1043 ROTA, Spain (Jan. 25, 2023) Builder Constructionman Apprentice Chase Meiers, left, and Construction Mechanic 3rd Class Jett Abah, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 (NMCB 133), conduct maintenance on a MK28 mobile tactical vehicle replacement on Camp Mitchell in Rota, Spain, Jan. 25, 2023. NMCB 133 is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by the U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

221012-N-IL330-1185 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 12, 2022) - Fire Controlman 1st Class Jayco Tisdale, from Washington D.C., collects spare ammunition links from a close-in weapon system (CIWS) 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.

061022-N-5330L-636. Base: USS Anzio (CG 68) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

011102-N-6346B-005. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Kitty Hawk

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jan. 30, 2024) Ensign Julia Olsin tracks and plots simulated damage-control efforts during a fire drill in the mess decks of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115). Rafael Peralta is forward-deployed and assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Tate Fjetland, from Red Wing, Minnesota, assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) aircraft intermediate maintenance department, performs routine maintenance on an MH-60 tail rotor blade in Fords jet shop, Oct. 8, 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.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (April 4, 2013) Seaman Ernesto Gastelum stands watch at the ships control console in the pilot house of the guided-missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110). William P. Lawrence is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

220128-N-XR893-0076 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 28, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Brian Walker, from Galesburg, Illinois, installs a wiring harness on an aircraft pylon aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Jan. 28, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Suarez)

SASEBO, Japan (April 4, 2022) Airman Benjamin Wentworth, from Lodi, Ind., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), cleans a fuel gasket cover on the ships catwalk. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, 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.

220820-N-ET093-1003-2 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 20, 2022) Damage Controlman Fireman Kristina McCluskey, from Hamilton, Illinois, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 74), replaces the oil of an aqueous film forming foam injection pump aboard the George H.W. Bush, Aug. 20, 2022. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable warfighting capability as the flagship of a carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 11, 2022) Sailors conduct watch standing training in the central control station aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) during routine operations in the Philippine Sea on Oct. 11, 2022. Chancellorsville is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific and is assigned to Commander, Task Force 70, a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of its allies and partners in the region.

A1C Lori J. Stewart, 390th Missile Maintenance Squadron, prepares a reentry vehicle mating sling for use during the removal of a Titan II reentry vehicle at site No. 570-5. Base: Davis-Monthan Air Force Base State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA)

TSUSHINA STRAIT (April 11, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Kristina Toledo, from New York, cleans the fantail 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.

221115-N-MD461-2059 SAN DIEGO (Nov. 15, 2022) Seaman Niksson Sanchez, a native of Ocala, Fla., paints a quick acting watertight door in the hangar bay of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Vinson is currently pierside in its homeport of San Diego.

AQABA, JORDAN- A U.S. Sailor assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) simulates fixing a main during a damage control drill as part of Exercise Eager Lion 22, September 5, 2022. Eager Lion 22 is a multilateral exercise hosted by the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, designed to exchange military expertise, and improve interoperability among partner nations, and considered the capstone of a broader U.S. military relationship with the Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF). Jordan is one of U.S. Central Commands (USCENTCOM) strongest and most reliable partners in the Levant sub-region.

240122-N-ED228-1087 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 22, 2024) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Joel Bolde, from Burbank, Calif., prepares to refill self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) bottles in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains.

221202-N-VS068-2002PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 2, 2022) -Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Jeremiah Tracey stands an emergency stop watch while moving ordnance on an elevator aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Dec. 2, 2022. 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 amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit 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 Lance Cpl. Jonathan Williams, a UH-1Y Venom crew chief assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 267, loads GAU-17 linked ammunition during Jungle Warfare Exercise (JWX) 23.1 at Kadena Air Force Base, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 16, 2023. JWX 23.1 is a large-scale field training exercise focused on leveraging the integrated capabilities of joint and allied partners to strengthen all-domain awareness, maneuvers, and fires across a distributed maritime environment.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 20, 2022) Aviation Machinists Mate Airman Jonah Brooks, from Hattiesburg, Mich., cleans a support frame aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Operating as part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, Abraham Lincoln is conducting training to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

SASEBO, Japan (July 20, 2022) Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Shelby Tucker, left, from Gray, Ga., and Yeoman Seaman Recruit Dylan Larock, from Long Beach, Calif., both assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), patch a pipe during damage control training. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, 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.

221015-N-MW880-1011 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 15, 2022) Aviation Electricians Mate Airman Landon Citizen, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136, tightens wiring components to the nose light aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), Oct. 15, 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. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of 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, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46.

220827-N-QI593-1069 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 27, 2022) Quartermaster 3rd Class Austin Morrison, from Jacksonville, Florida, conducts a time check in the pilot house aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Atlantic Ocean, Aug. 27, 2022. Bainbridge 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.

Brig. Gen. Ryan P. Keeney, 7th Air Force deputy commander, inspects a munition at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 4, 2022. 7th Air Force leadership was able to witness first-hand the 8th Maintenance Squadron Ammo flights Fight Tonight capabilities, operations and successes of their Airmen.

220807-N-JO823-1008 PHILIPPINE SEA (August 7, 2022) Aerographers Mate 3rd Class Nathan Holmes, from San Diego, inspects a fan coil assembly as part of regularly-scheduled maintenance aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in the Philippine Sea, August 7. 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.

221005-N-JO823-1051 SEA OF JAPAN (Oct. 5, 2022) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class James Ingham, left, from Holdenville, Oklahoma, and Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Jacob Parker, from Calhoun, Georgia, repair a tow bar on the flight deck aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Sea of Japan, Oct. 5. 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.

220423-N-TD381-1006 PACIFIC OCEAN (Apr. 23, 2022) - Aviation Support Equipmentman Airman David Ortega, left, a native of Los Angeles, Calif., Aviation Support Equipmentman 3rd Class James Cepriano, a native of San Francisco, Calif., and Aviation Support Equipmentman Airman Nesjohn Simon, a native of San Diego, Calif., perform corrosion treatment on an F-35C lift system in the hangar bay of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) April 23. Vinson is currently underway conducting routine maritime operations in the Pacific Ocean.

220716-N-VI910-1074 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 16, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Robert Morris, left, from Anchorage, Ala., and Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Aaron Veale, from Portsmouth, Va., conduct maintenance on a bomb rack unit aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

Damage Controlman 1st Class Jon Gerringer, from Charlotte, North Carolina, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) engineering department, operates the ships flight deck Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) countermeasure wash down systems from primary flight control, June 15, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting a Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) assessment to report ship readiness and ensure all spaces and equipment meet Navy Standards.

221018-N-NX635-1114 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 18, 2022) U.S. Navy Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Christian Escalona, from Batanes, Philippines, installs an engine pipe aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is underway preparing for an upcoming deployment.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 10, 2022) Airman Elijah Sankitts, from Kissimmee, Fla., hoists ordnance equipment 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.

230407-N-IL330-3025 SAN DIEGO (April 7, 2023) - Damage Controlman Fireman Abigail Alejo, from Tampa, Florida, refills an oxygen tank for a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus after a fire drill aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during the ships maintenance availability April 7. Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 26, 2012) Seaman Ashtin Latting, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85), holds a fire hose while advancing on a simulated fire during a general quarters drill. McCampbell is part of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group and is conducting on a patrol of the western Pacific region.

2300404-N-PA221-1059 Philippine Sea (April 4, 2023). U.S. Navy Aviation Machinist's Mate Rethan Robison, from San Antonio, utilizes a borescope to check the engine of a Super Hornet in the hangar bay 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.

050623-N-0413R-071. Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 4, 2022) Retail Services Specialist 3rd Class Elvis Ennabe, right, from Miami, and Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Rhey Joshua Tabangcura, from Richland, Washington, participate in a ship preservation evolution aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while conducting operations in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 4, 2022. Higgins is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

221205-N-ON253-1026PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 05, 2022) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Chris Fattaruso, left, from Tom's River, N.J., and Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Erin Bank, from Boise, Idaho place metal bands around bombs during an ammunition offload in the hangar bay aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is currently underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220615-N-YX844-1023 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 15, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Timothy Kuksang, from Yigo, Guam, assembles ordnance in a weapons magazine aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during Valiant Shield 2022 (VS22). VS22 is a U.S.-only, biennial field training exercise (FTX) focused on integration of joint training in a multi-domain environment. This training builds real-world proficiency in sustaining world forces through detecting, locating, tracking and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas.

OSUNI STRAIT (April 16, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Jacy May, from Portland, Texas, assigned to the "Wallbangers" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117, cleans grease off of an E-2D Hawkeye 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.

220615-N-UQ924-1052 PORTSMOUTH, Va. (June 15, 2022) Damage Controlman Fireman Hollie McBrayer, from Mohave Valley, Arizona, assembles a self-contained breathing apparatus aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Ike is currently pierside at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in the basic phase of the optimized fleet response plan (OFRP).

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 15, 2013) Engineman 3rd Class Deaunte Iverson communicates with the central control station during a general quarters drill aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

111227-N-OY799-209 ARABIAN SEA (Dec. 27, 2011) Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Joel Dunbar, from Boulder City, Nev., assists Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Eric Terrell, from Cleveland, with postage in the post office aboard 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.

220605-N-XN177-1006 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 5, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Josselyne Acevedoguiterrez, from Orlando, Florida, operates a spotting dolly in the hangar bay aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 25, 2022) Electricians Mate 3rd Class Zavien Thomasguzman, a native of Gulf Shores, Ala., assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), conducts maintenance aboard Essex, Jan. 25, 2022. Essex, flagship of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), along with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with alliances and partners and serve as a ready response force to ensure maritime security and a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Isaak Martinez)

PHILIPPINE SEA (April 25, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Cody Prather, left, from Jacksonville, Fla., and Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Giovanni Torres, from San Antonio, transports 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.

221018-N-EH998-1038 DUQM, Oman (Oct. 18, 2022) Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) Mia Jordan conducts full power maintenance aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) in the port of Duqm, Oman, Oct. 18. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Gerardo Calderon, a native of Tolleson, Arizona, and assigned to the Wildcards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 15 embarked aboard USS Boxer (LHD 4), disassembles and cleans the M240D machine gun in the gun shop as the ship steams in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 10, 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.

220820-N-IL330-1052 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 20, 2022) - Electricians Mate 1st Class Koudjouka Bislao, from Togo, Africa, tests a water sample in main machinery room one aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 20, 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.

221003-N-NX635-1035 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 3, 2022) U.S. Navy Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Kevin Cross, from Los Angeles, removes chains from an F/A-18E Super Hornet, from the "Mighty Shrikes" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 94, in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is underway preparing for an upcoming deployment.

110625-N-XE109-553GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Vincente Castillo spray paints the hood of a tractor aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility on its first operational deployment.

021022-F-7449W-022. Base: Spangdahlem Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

021106-F-3873G-006. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Country: Unknown

030409-F-1443F-002. Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA)

Airman 1st Class Lawerence Bowman, Detachment 303 Aircraft Maintenance Squadron structural maintenance apprentice, removes nut plates on an A-10 Thunderbolt II at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. July 1, 2013. Rivets are installed to hold the nut plates and keep the leading wing from tearing off.

Senior Airman Wesley Tynes, 389th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, Phase Section crew chief, conducts an inspection on an F-15E Strike Eagle at an undisclosed location, Southwest Asia, Nov. 15, 2022. The Phase Section performs preventative maintenance through exhaustive inspections to detect failing components before they cause operational problems.

220817-N-TO573-1064 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 17, 2022) Aviation Machinists Mate Airman Dade Patton, from Lake Havasu City, Arizona, assigned to the “Blue Blasters” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34, ties down an F/A-18E Super Hornet on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Aug. 27, 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.

220914-N-YC581-1015PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 14, 2022) - Airman Allen Arcelado secures a hose during an aviation training team exercise aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Sept. 14. Training team exercises are used both in port and at sea to ensure that Sailors have the proper training to combat any casualty that may arise. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the 13th MEU in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Will Poindexter, a loadmaster with the 7th Airlift Squadron, rigs the personnel airdrop static line retrieval system in preparation for emergency personnel retrieval training during Exercise RED FLAG-Alaska 23-1 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Oct. 19, 2022. Team McChord Airmen from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, participated in Red Flag-Alaska 23-1 in conjunction with Exercise Rainier War 22B, a major exercise for the 62d Airlift Wing.

230406-N-NX635-1160 EAST CHINA SEA (April 6, 2023) U.S. Navy Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Andrew Aguirre from San Fernando Valley, Calif., disassembles a BRU-32 bomb rack aboard 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.

220730-N-XB010-1005 EAST CHINA SEA (July 30, 2022) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Hayden Jancek, from Byron, Ill., directs a landing craft air cushion (LCAC) as ramp marshal in the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) well deck. 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.

DF-ST-86-12189. Base: Scott Air Force Base State: Illinois (IL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

040817-N-6811L-020. Base: USS Portsmouth (SSN 707)

030311-F-5281B-003. Base: Spangdahlem Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

220912-N-UF592-1012 YOKOSUKA, Japan (Sept. 12, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Melvin Reid, from New York, prepares to remove a chain stopper during a sea and anchor evolution in the forecastle aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), as the ship departs Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Sept. 12. 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.

220806-N-BP862-1105 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 6, 2022) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Dylan Hackett, from Sanford, Maine, fills out a message blank aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a general quarters training evolution, Aug. 6, 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.

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