Naval Flight Deck Operations

Sailors engaged in flight deck activities on naval vessels, demonstrating teamwork and coordination in maritime operations under varied conditions.

NATUNA SEA (Mar. 27, 2023) Sailors present the removed chocks and chains to the pilots aboard an MH-60R SeaHawk, attached to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 35, on the flight deck aboard Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Oakland (LCS 24) as Oakland sails across the Natuna Sea, Mar. 27, 2023. Oakland, part of Destroyer Squadron 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with Allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 7, 2022) Sailors aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) conduct flight deck operations. 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.

111123-N-OY799-202ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 23, 2011) Shooters signal for the launching of an aircraft off the flight deck of 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 and New Dawn.

WESTERN ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 14, 2022) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) conduct crash and salvage training with an MH-60R Romeo attached to Navy Helicopter Squadron Spartans (HSM) 70, 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 forces.

Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Justin Smith, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), center, stands as petty officer in charge during a replenishment-at-sea with the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS Medgar Evers (T-AKE-13), while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Nov. 2, 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.

221129-N-VS068-2360PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 29, 2022) - Sailors conduct a foreign object debris walkdown on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Nov. 29. Makin Island is designed to field an integrated amphibious force that can support operational commanders around the globe with both strike and amphibious capabilities. 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.

Sailors assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Fords (CVN 78) air department operate an in-deck catapult control console on the flight deck, Oct. 8, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCG) 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

Sailors assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) transport a simulated victim on a stretcher during a mass casualty drill on the flight deck, Oct. 14, 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.

NATUNA SEA (Mar. 27, 2023) Sailors present the removed chocks and chains to the pilots aboard an MH-60R SeaHawk, attached to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 35, on the flight deck aboard Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Oakland (LCS 24) as Oakland sails across the Natuna Sea, Mar. 27, 2023. Oakland, part of Destroyer Squadron 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with Allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 30, 2022) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Marshall Shepherd, left, from San Diego, and Damage Controlman 3rd Class Louie Ocampo, from San Diego, investigate an area during a damage control drill aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53). 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 13, 2022) Sailors put out a simulated fire on the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) during a flight crash 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.

070116-N-1205S-071. Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 13, 2022) Sailors put out a simulated fire on the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) during a flight crash 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.

230328-N-OB471-2136 ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 28, 2023) Sailors observe flight operations aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). IKE is underway conducting routine operations in the Atlantic Ocean.

220604-N-TT639-1020 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 4, 2022) - Sailors practice fire hose handling during a general quarters drill in the hangar bay aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 4, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 23, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 1st Class Russelle Kane, from San Francisco, instructs a hose team during a mass casualty drill aboard amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), June 23, 2022. Essex is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

PHILIPPINE SEA (July 9, 2022) Sailors heave a line on the missile deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) during a replenishment-at-sea with the U.S. Navys only forward deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). 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.

120824-N-TG831-348PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 24, 2012) Culinary Specialist Seaman Rebecca Santiago, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85), heaves line during a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO-199). McCampbell is part of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group, the U.S. Navys only forward deployed carrier strike group based out of Yokosuka, Japan, and is currently conducting a routine patrol in the western Pacific region.

220525-N-XN177-1123 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 25, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Lawrence Pivec, left, from Daytona Beach, Florida, and Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Estin Worfe, from San Antonio, run across the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 25, 2022. Tripoli is conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

160503-N-GV721-161 GULF OF ADEN (May 3, 2016) Sailors assigned to Air department simulate fighting a fire during a fire drill on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is the flagship for the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

220514-N-TI693-2040TYRRHENIAN SEA (May 14, 2022) - Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Reiver Rodriguez, left, from Laredo, Texas, directs Airman Bryant Butler, middle, from Aberdeen Mississippi, and Airman Christopher Hopkins, from Los Angeles, during a crash and salvage drill aboard the Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), May 14, 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.

221017-N-YV347-1021 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 17, 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors conduct a foreign object and debris (FOD) walk down during an aviation damage control drill on the flight deck of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52). Bunker Hill is currently operating with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

STRAIT OF MALACCA (Oct. 12, 2020) Sailors set up an emergency crash barricade during a flight deck drill on the Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, as well as the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 3, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Jacob Elliott, center, from Kansas City, Missouri, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), leads a foreign object debris walk down before flight operations while sailing in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 3, 2022. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating 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.

060425-N-7232R-202. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 22, 2013) - Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Manolito Recto, from Vallejo, Calif., signals for the launch of an aircraft onboard 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, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

220404-N-WU964-1047 YOKOSUKA, Japan (April 4, 2022) Sailors discuss pipe-patching techniques during a drill on the fantail of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan Sailors perform damage control training to prepare for casualties that can occur while in port and at sea. 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.

221206-N-FO714-1040PHILIPPINE SEA (Dec. 6, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Elouise Ellis and Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Tymira Holland, assigned to the Warlords of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 along with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) sailors aboard the multi-purpose destroyer JS Izumo (DDH 183) prepare to load sonobuoys to an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter during a bi-lateral anti-submarine warfare (ASW) exercise, Dec. 6. The U.S. Navy and JMSDF regularly fly, sail and operate together with other Allies and partners to promote security and stability throughout the region.

220601-N-TI693-1031MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 1, 2022) - Sailors assigned to the Air Department remove the chocks and chains from an MH-60R helicopter while conducting flight deck operations aboard the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), June 1, 2022. Hershel Woody Williams 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.

220919-N-XN177-1100 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 19, 2022) - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Nicholas Bove, from New York, carries a CH-53 Super Stallion helicopter .50 caliber machine gun mount on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 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.

220808-N-WU964-1173 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 8, 2022) Sailors mount ordnance onto an F/A-18F Super Hornet attached to the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Philippine Sea, Aug 8. The Diamondbacks conduct carrier-based air strike and strike force escort missions, as well as ship, battle group, and intelligence collection 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.

220806-N-QI593-1070 CIVITAVECCHIA, Italy (July 22, 2022) Sailors heave mooring line on the focsle aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) following a scheduled port visit in Civitavecchia, Italy, Aug. 6, 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.

EAST CHINA SEA (Oct. 10, 2022) Sailors aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) prepare to conduct flight deck operations with a MH-60R Helicopter assigned to the SABERHAWKS of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM-77) in the East China Sea on Oct. 10, 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.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 23, 2019) A group of Tunisian military leaders observe flight operations aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is conducting carrier strike force operations with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) as part of the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group deployment in support of maritime security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th, U.S. 6th and U.S. 7th Fleet areas of operation. With Abraham Lincoln as the flagship, deployed strike group assets include staffs, ships and aircraft of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 2, The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7; as well as the Spanish navy Alvaro de Bazan-class frigate ESPS Mendez Nunez (F 104).

220122-N-PH222-1247 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 22, 2022)Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Michael Hice, left, from Chula Vista, California, and Electronics Technician 1st Class JT Bryant, from San Marino, California, participate in an aircraft fire fighting training exercise aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18), during routine operations. Charleston, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden)

221026-N-XB010-1003 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 26, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate, Handling, 3rd Class Jaquan Morgan, from Bronx, New York, signals to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12 Golden Falcons to stand fast on the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) flight deck while in the Philippine Sea. New Orleans, assigned to Task Force 76/3, joined forces with The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group to conduct combined integrated operations with maritime forces from Canada and Japan to experiment with naval concepts in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

221021-N-EH998-1001 DUQM, Oman (Oct. 21, 2022) Sailors handle line prior to getting underway aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) in the port of Duqm, Oman, Oct. 21. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220621-N-TI693-0043GULF OF ADEN (June 21, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) tend to a simulated personnel casualty during a crash and salvage drill, June 21, 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 2, 2022) Sailors conduct a foreign object debris (FOD) walk down 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.

220916-N-NQ285-1267ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 16, 2022) Sonar Technician (Surface) 1st Class Mathew Rugenus, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), gives a safety brief prior to a replenishment-at-sea. Ramage is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT) exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

220506-N-DO281-1981 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 6, 2022) Sailors sweep water off the deck during a freshwater wash down aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), May 6, 2022. Paul Ignatius is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., Allied and partner interest in Europe and Africa.

Sailors of the deck force on board the guided missile destroyer USS STETHEM (DDG-63) work together with the mooring lines to get the ship moored. Base: Port Hueneme State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

061127-N-5911S-004. Base: USS Boxer (LHD 4)

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 16, 2013) Lt. Cmdr. Douglas Kay signals a launch of his boots to commemorate the end of his tour on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway off the coast of Southern California conducting unit-level training.

220510-N-IL330-1010 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 10, 2022) - Sailors participate in a foreign object debris (FOD) walk-down on the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 10, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 31, 2022) Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) 3rd Class Robert OHusky, left, from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Fireman Diego Saenz, from Kerrville, Texas, prepare to stow a fuel hose at the completion of refueling an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the “Raptors” of helicopter maritime strike squadron (HSM) 71 during flight operations aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101). Gridley 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.

Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) participate in a flight deck firefighting evolution during a general quarters drill aboard the flight deck in Newport News, Virginia, Feb. 1, 2023. George Washington is conducting a simulated underway to validate shipboard habitability and operational services to ensure the ship meets the final refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) milestones. RCOH is a multi-year project performed only once during a carriers 50-year service life that includes refueling the ships two nuclear reactors, as well as significant repairs, upgrades, and modernization.

060320-N-9174G-002. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Scene Major Command Shown: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69

RED SEA (April 8, 2013) Sailors practice firefighting techniques in the hangar bay aboard of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the flagship for the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

CORAL SEA (July 28, 2019) Sailors assigned to air department man a fire hose during a mass casualty drill aboard the Navys forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Mass casualty drills provide the ships medical and stretcher bearer team members the opportunity to treat simulated minor, serious and fatal injuries during realistic training scenarios. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.

120124-N-OH194-004INDIAN OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2012) Members of the flight deck firefighting team conduct drills on the flight deck of the guided missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108). Wayne E. Meyer, part of the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations.

221004-N-GF955-1029BALTIC SEA (Oct. 4, 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) simulate searching for hotspots during a crash and salvage drill on the flight deck, Oct. 4, 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.

111021-N-BT887-025ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 21, 2011) Sailors install buttons into a steam-powered catapult slot 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 and New Dawn.

220907-N-CM110-1005 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 7, 2022) - Sailors complete a foreign object debris walk down aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 7, 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.

220919-N-LK647-0064 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 19, 2022) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Hope Scott signals to the pilot of an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter that personnel are crossing the flight deck of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) during Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting SWATT exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center, whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (April 13, 2013) ShipÕs Serviceman 1st Class Christian San Martin checks communication with his repair locker during a damage control drill aboard 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.

220912-N-NQ285-1230ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 12, 2022) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Antwan Johnson, left, and Boatswains Mate 3rd Class John Strand, both assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), prepare for an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the Spartans of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 70, to land during flight operations for Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT), Sept. 12, 2022. Ramage is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting SWATT exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

Boatswains Mate 3rd Class John Strand, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), heaves around on line during small boat operations as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 11, 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.

USCGC Stone (WMSL 758) crew members respond to a simulated fire during a drill aboard the Stone in the Southern Atlantic Ocean, March 13, 2023. Stone is on a scheduled multi-mission deployment in the South Atlantic Ocean to counter illicit maritime activities and strengthen relationships for maritime sovereignty throughout the region.

220514-N-TI693-2064TYRRHENIAN SEA (May 14, 2022) - Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Samantha Taylor, from Cary, North Carolina, issues commands as the scene leader during a crash and salvage drill as part of a Mobility Air certification aboard the Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), May 14, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 1, 2022) Sailors observe flight operations on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is currently underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

110211-N-6003P-061ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 11, 2011) Sailors rush to aid other Sailors during a mass casualty drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is conducting operations at sea in support of Naval Air Training Command carrier qualifications.

061201-N-4133B-050. Base: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

120608-N-PB383-234PACIFIC OCEAN (June 8, 2012) Fire Controlmen remove a RIM 116 Rolling Airframe Missile from its launcher aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during a weapons download. Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

220917-N-DW158-1138 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 17, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Joeff Daniels, left, from Victorville, California, and Airman Terrance Wilcox, from New Orleans, fight a simulated aircraft fire during a flight deck drill aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 17. Sailors regularly fight simulated aircraft fires on the flight deck to maintain emergency response readiness. 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.

Personnel board the U.S. Naval Ship BUTTON from the LCM-8 at Pohang, South Korea during Foal Eagle '98, Oct. 10, 1998. Subject Operation/Series: FOAL EAGLE '98KOREA CD Base: Pohang Harbor Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

240126-N-LM220-1394 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 26, 2024) Master-at-Arms 1st Class Sean Little, from Richmond, Calif., gives instruction during a small-arms live exercise on an aircraft elevator 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.

SASEBO, JAPAN (Aug. 8, 2022) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Johnny Acevedo, from Hollywood, Florida, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), tests a firehose during damage control drills while moored in Sasebo, Japan, Aug. 8. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating 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.

220806-N-QI593-1081 CIVITAVECCHIA, Italy (July 22, 2022) Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Emily-Rae Rocha, from San Antonio, fakes out a mooring line on the focsle aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) following a scheduled port visit in Civitavecchia, Italy, Aug. 6, 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.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 3, 2013) Aviation Ordnancemen move ordnance on the flight deck of the 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, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

A supervisor looks on as his crew loads an AGM-88A "HARM" missile into place on an EA-6B "Prowler" on the flight deck of the USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71). ROOSEVELT and it's embarked air wing are participating in air strikes over the former Yugoslavia in support of the NATO Operation Allied Force. Subject Operation/Series: ALLIED FORCE Country: Adriatic Sea

240118-N-ED228-2115 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2024) Sailors transport simulated casualties on the flight deck during a mass casualty drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is currently underway performing routine operations in the Pacific Ocean.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 10, 2022) Aviation Electricians Mate Airman Chavrick Phillips, from Shelby, N.C., assigned to the "Tophatters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14, stows away chains 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 4, 2022) Seaman Julian Monsanto, from Las Vegas, dons firefighting gear during a general quarters drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). 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.

220606-N-XN177-1014 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 6, 2022) - Airman Angelique Shipley, left, and Airman Simbiat Simmons, both from New York, carry chocks and chains across the flight deck aboard 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.

240120-N-DF558-1054 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2024) Chief Hull Technician Diana Fuenffinger, right, from Arlington, Texas, conducts training with Damage Controlman 2nd Class Calvin Tran, from Oceanside, Calif., during a damage control drill 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.

220613-N-VR879-5378CARIBBEAN SEA (June 13, 2022) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Amanda Bishop, center, assigned to the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), directs an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 on the flight deck during exercise Caraibes 2022, June 13, 2022. Caraibes 2022 is a French led, combined and joint training exercise in the Caribbean involving naval, air and land assets. This multi-national exercise aims to promote cooperation among regional forces and their collective ability to successfully provide humanitarian assistance/disaster relief in response to a natural disaster.

220724-N-XN177-1012 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 24, 2022) - Capt. Joel Lang, commanding officer of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), right, and Command Master Chief Matthew Logsdon observe flight operations, July 24, 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.

Trip to Western States: Visit to the Pacific Fleet, President Kennedy aboard the USS Oriskany, 4:00PM. President John F. Kennedy (center, wearing sunglasses) and others walk past members of the USS Oriskany (CVA-34) flight deck crew after President Kennedys arrival aboard the aircraft carrier, during a visit to the U.S. Pacific Fleet at sea off the coast of San Diego, California. Commander-in-Chief of the Pacific Fleet (CINCPACFLT), Admiral John H. Sides, and Commander of Carrier Division One, Rear Admiral Paul Masterton, walk to the left and right (respectively) of the President. Following behind, from left to right, are: White House Secret Service agent, Gerald Jerry Behn; Secretary of the Navy Fred Korth; unidentified (in back); Naval Aide to the President, Captain Tazewell Shepard; Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral George W. Anderson, Jr. (in back); and Commanding Officer of USS Oriskany, Captain Herman J. Trum. Spots on image are original to the negative.

220909-N-ZG822-1145 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 9, 2022) Sailors move a fueling hose for flight operations board the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), Sep. 8, 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.

060414-N-0499M-207. Base: USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 29, 2022) Distinguished visitors observe a T-45C Goshawk training jet, assigned to the Tigers of Advanced Jet Training Squadron (VT) 9, as it prepares to make an arrested landing 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.

220602-N-TO573-1131 IONIAN SEA (June 2, 2022) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Miosha Dunn, from Phoenix, left, helps Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Miguel Reyes, from Miami, don firefighting gloves during a firefighting drill on the flight deck of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 2, 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.

220909-N-DE439-1237 FASLANE, United Kingdom (Sept. 9, 2022) Sonar Technician (Surface) 3rd Class Brandon Jarvis leads the line during a sea and anchor evolution aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) as the ship arrives in Faslane, United Kingdom, Sept. 9, 2022. Arleigh Burke 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.

060505-N-2959L-172. Base: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

221018-N-LK647-1060 ATLANTIC OCEANFrom left: Sonar Technician (Surface) 2nd Class Isaiah Garcia, Sonar Technician (Surface) 2nd Class Nicholas Kroner, Sonar Technician (Surface) 3rd Class Ray Couch, and Gunners Mate Seaman Apprentice Toby Forbes, all assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), paint deck fittings while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 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.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 21, 2022) Sailors handle line as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) pulls into Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka. 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.

220826-N-EL850-3212 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 26, 2022) Sailors carry a casualty during a flight deck mass casualty exercise aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), Aug. 26, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (OCT. 17, 2012) A Sailor aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) moves cargo hooks during an ammunition transfer with the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), not pictured, off the coast of California. The U.S. Navy is reliable, flexible, and ready to respond worldwide on, above, and below the sea. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting.

220427-N-HA192-1121NORFOLK, VA. (April 27, 2022) - Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) conduct a foreign object and debris walkdown in preparation for flight quarters, April 27, 2022. Bataan is underway in the 2nd fleet area of operations. Bataan is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk.

221003-N-EH998-1072 GULF OF ADEN (Oct. 3, 2022) Sailors secure an anchor aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) while pulling into the Port of Djibouti, Oct. 3. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220919-N-LK647-0078 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 19, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Francis Oteng, assigned to the Spartans of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 70 (HSM 70), inserts a communications cable into an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter as part of flight operations aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) during Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting SWATT exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center, whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

060726-N-8977L-053. Base: Ortiz (PSG 72) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 23, 2022) - Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) watch as an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 35 departs the ship while operating in the Philippine Sea, Sept. 23. Zumwalt is conducting underway operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

220524-N-DW158-1147 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 24, 2022) Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5, attached to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 70, secure a rope attached to an MH-60S Seahawk attached to the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12 during fast rope training on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). 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.

111101-N-OY799-203 ARABIAN SEA (Nov 1, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Roberto Andiarena directs a fixed-wing aircraft onto catapult one while Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Douglas Pharr observes 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 and New Dawn.

NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain (Nov. 7, 2022) Fire Controlman (Aegis) 3rd Class Raymond Coronado, middle, handles a line on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) as the ship arrives in Naval Station Rota, Spain, for a brief stop-for-fuel, Nov. 7, 2022. 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.

U.S. Navy Aviation Electricians Mate Seaman Brian Hernandez, left, and Aviation Electricians Mate Seaman Daniel Rogers, conduct pre-flight checks of an MH-60S SeaHawk, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22, on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) in support of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 6, 2022. The helicopters were being launched to ferry U.S. Marines and their equipment ashore during exercise UNITAS LXIII. UNITAS is the worlds longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise that focuses on enhancing interoperability among multiple nations and joint forces during littoral and amphibious operations in order to build on existing regional partnerships and create new enduring relationships that promote peace, stability and prosperity in the U.S. Southern Commands area of responsibility.

SAN DIEGO (Apr. 5, 2023) Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), fight a simulated class alpha fire during a damage control drill aboard the ship, Apr. 5, 2023. Essex is dry docked in San Diego conducting a maintenance period to upgrade and refurbish many key systems aboard.

221112-N-UL352-1061 ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 12, 2022) Seaman Luis Zuniga-Alvarez, assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), handles a line during a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE-3) in the Arabian Gulf, Nov. 12. Delbert D. Black is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

EASTERN ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 29, 2022) Sailors lower flight deck nets aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) during flight quarters, Sept. 29, 2022. Roosevelt, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its fourth patrol 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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