Naval Operations and Exercises

Sailors and marines conducting operations aboard various naval vessels during key exercises, reflecting teamwork and maritime readiness.

Sailors assigned to the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) man the rails as the ship departs Norfolk, Va., Jan. 24, 2024, to participate in Steadfast Defender 2024. Steadfast Defender 2024, NATOs largest exercise in decades, will demonstrate NATO's ability to deploy forces rapidly from across the Alliance to reinforce the defense of Europe.

Sailors assigned to the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) man the rails as the ship departs Norfolk, Va., Jan. 24, 2024, to participate in Steadfast Defender 2024. Steadfast Defender 2024, NATOs largest exercise in decades, will demonstrate NATO's ability to deploy forces rapidly from across the Alliance to reinforce the defense of Europe.

220420-N-UN585-1026 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 20, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) watch as the ship approaches the Henry J. Kaiser-class underway replenishment oiler USNS Laramie (T-AO 203) for a replenishment-at-sea, April 20, 2022. Ross, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its 12th patrol in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners and U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa.

060207-N-8629M-088. Base: Usns Navajo (T-ATF 169)

221211-N-EH998-1051 RED SEA (Dec. 10, 2022) Sailors aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) lower a rigid hull inflatable boat into the Red Sea, Dec. 10. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East Region.

220517-N-UP745-1047 TYRRHENIAN SEA (May 17, 2022) Information System Technician Seaman Xavier Chatman, from Charlottesville, Va., mans a phone-and-distance line aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during a replenishment-at-sea with Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE-6) in the Tyrrhenian Sea, May 17, 2022. Jason Dunham 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 interest.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 2, 2022) Sailors handle the phone-and-distance line on the forecastle of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199). 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.

221104-N-EH998-1202 GULF OF ADEN (Nov. 4, 2022) Sailors aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) connect a fuel line from dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Matthew S. Perry (T-AKE 9) in the Gulf of Aden, Nov. 4. USS Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 23, 2022) Seaman Apprentice Adam Maley, left, from Windham, Maine, and Seaman Jackson Reynolds, right, from Joplin, Missouri, hold a line while lowering a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) fromthe boat deck aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65). 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.

221009-N-XK462-1037 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 9, 2022) U.S. Sailors heave the line during an underway replenishment aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108). Wayne E. Meyer is currently operating with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

220530-N-VF045-1076 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 30, 2022) Sonar Technician (Surface) 3rd Class Alex Brogaard, from Hagerstown, Maryland, issues commands to line handlers on the forecastle of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) during a replenishment-at-sea with Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204). Milius 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.

230628-N-NH267-1011 GULF OF OMAN (June 28, 2023) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Serena Vigil fires a shot line from an M14 rifle on the foc'scle the guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) during a replenishment-at-sea with dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) in the Gulf of Oman, June 28, 2023. Paul Hamilton is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220708-N-QI593-1053 IONIAN SEA (July 8, 2022) Sailors man the rails on the focsle aboard USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) as the ship approaches USNS Supply (T-AOE-6) during a replenishment-at-sea in the Ionian Sea, July 8, 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 (Oct. 27, 2012) Gunners Mates 2nd Class Daniel Pangburn, from Bridgeton, N.J., and Michael Wakefield, from Chesterfield, Va., fire an air slug from a MK 32 surface vessel torpedo tube aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham 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. Americas Sailors are Warfighters, a fast and flexible force deployed worldwide. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting.

ARABIAN GULF (July 22, 2020) Culinary Specialist 1st Class Nisse Fonseca heaves in line aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) during a replenishment-at-sea with the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Walter S Diehl (T-AO-193), July 22, 2020. Paul Hamilton is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three critical choke-points to the free flow of global commerce.

221006-N-LK647-0373 NAVAL WEAPONS STATION YORKTOWNOperations Specialist 3rd Class Gabriel Plant, center, and Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Seth Whitaker, left, both assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), remove the jackstaff from the forecastle of the ship during sea and anchor detail as Normandy gets underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 6, 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.

220524-N-TI693-2077MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 24, 2022) - Capt. Chad Graham, commanding officer of the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), observes mission deck operations as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman assigned to a Naval Special Warfare unit come alongside during a training evolution, May 24, 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.

220422-N-HA192-1106NORFOLK, VA. (April 22, 2022) - Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), heave the phone and distance line during a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12) April 22, 2022. Bataan is underway in the 2nd fleet area of operations. Bataan is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk.

220920-N-OK195-1086 IONIAN SEA (Sept. 20, 2022) Seaman Kevin Castillo, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103), lubricates the kings post, Sept. 20, 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.

220914-N-EH998-1013 RED SEA (Sept. 14, 2022) Sailors conduct aircraft firefighting drills aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) in the Red Sea, Sept. 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.

221026-N-N3764-0001CARIBBEAN SEA - (Oct. 26, 2022) - Gunner's mate 2rd Class Patrick Pelletier, from Melbourne, Fla., and Chief Gunner's Mate Richard Zitzke, from Greenville, WI, practice firing the M240 machine gun aboard the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Milwaukee (LCS 5) while operating in the Caribbean Sea, Oct. 26, 2022. Milwaukee is deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of operations to support Joint Interagency Task Force Souths mission, which includes counter-illicit drug trafficking missions in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific.

Retail Specialist Seaman Omarion Harvey, center, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), shows off his USS Ramage Warrior of the Month belt prior to a replenishment-at-sea with the Royal Canadian Navy fleet replenishment oiler MV Asterix as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 7, 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.

220506-N-UP745-5074 IONIAN SEA (May 6, 2022) Sailors, aboard Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) man a phone-and-distance line during a replenishment-at-sea with Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE-6), in the Ionian Sea, May 6, 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.

120203-N-ZZ999-096SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 3, 2011) Ensign Christopher Veenhuis, left, Cmdr. Justin Kubu, Lt.j.g. Georges Banks and Lt. Rick Zabawa render honors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90) to the Republic of Korea Navy destroyer (ROKS) Munmu the Great (DDH 976) after completing a passing exercise. USS Chafee is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

220519-N-CZ759-1048 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 19, 2022) - Sailors aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) conduct a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) with maritime prepositioning ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6), May 19, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet.

220512-O-NR876-622SEA OF JAPAN (May 12, 2022) Sailors prepare to launch the 7m rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) from the Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18) to conduct small boat operations during Exercise Noble Vanguard. Noble Vanguard serves as an enabler to reinforce tactics and techniques of different mission sets that contribute to regional stability.

PACIFIC OCEAN (March 4, 2013) Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Brittany Chiles signals to an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter while it lands on the flight deck aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85). McCampbell is part of Destroyer Squadron15, forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, and is underway to conduct exercise Foal Eagle 2013 with allied nation Republic of Korea in support of regional security and stability of the Asia-Pacific region.

220128-N-TR141-0098 EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 28, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) signal that the chocks and chains are removed from a MH-60R helicopter assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 while conducting routine underway operations. Dewey is assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 and is underway supporting a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. CTF 71/DESRON 15 is the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Benjamin A. Lewis)

221213-N-YV347-2046 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 13, 2022) U.S. Navy Culinary Specialist 1st Class Jonathan Savage, from Yonkers, N.Y., fires a shot line from the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) to the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200). Bunker Hill, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is currently underway conducting routine operations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jordan Jennings)

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 19, 2022) Sailors, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), heave a line during a replenishment-at-sea with the French replenishment oiler FS Marne (A630), Nov. 19, 2022. Roosevelt, currently attached to the Charles de Gaulle 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.

220722-O-QR492-1004-CA PACIFIC OCEAN (July 22, 2022) Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Vancouver (FFH 331) conducts their third replenishment-at-sea (RAS) with Royal New Zealand Navy auxiliary oiler replenishment ship HMNZS Aotearoa (A 11), July 22, 2022. Vancouver was the first Canadian ship to ever RAS with Aotearoa, which took place during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 off the coast of the Hawaiian Islands. Twenty-six nations, 38 surface ships, three submarines, nine national land forces, more than 30 unmanned systems, approximately 170 aircraft and more than 25,000 personnel will train and operate in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California, June 29 to Aug. 4. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that beg

220605-N-TI693-1014MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 5, 2022) Master-at-Arms 1st Class Cierra Coleman, front, from Forrest City, Arkansas, assigned to Expeditionary Security Squadron One, stands watch with small-caliber arms team members Fireman Robert Myers, left, from Salt Lake City, and Machinists Mate Fireman Jerome Macam, from Corona, California, aboard the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), while entering port at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, June 5, 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.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 26, 2013) Sailors load an RIM-7M missile into the NATO Sea Sparrow Missile System aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower departed Naval Station Norfolk on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations and Theater Security Cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

220908-N-GF955-1269BALTIC SEA (Sept. 8, 2022) U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate 1st Class Nicholas Labarre, from Chicago, Illinois, signals to the crane operator while recovering a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), Sept. 8, 2022. Paul Ignatius 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 19, 2022) Midshipmen load M9 service pistols during a live-fire exercise 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.

220806-N-TT059-1044 CHANGI, Republic of Singapore (Aug. 6, 2022) Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) looks over the horizon as the ship pulls into Changi, Singapore, Aug. 6, for a scheduled port visit. USS Momsen is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet's principal surface force.

111020-N-IS680-004 GULF OF THAILAND (Oct. 20, 2011) Airman Andrew Grooters from Grand Rapids, Mich., stands by as Gunner's Mate Seaman Apprentice Anthony Byers from Oroville, Calif., fires a shot line from the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Walter S. Diehl (T-AO 193) during a replenishment at sea. George Washington is conducting a patrol in the western Pacific region.

220709-N-TI693-3070INDIAN OCEAN (July 9, 2022) Capt. Chad Graham, left, commanding officer of the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) salutes while Sailors and civilian mariners proceed with a wreath committal during a remembrance ceremony for the passing of the ship's namesake, July 9, 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.

DN-SC-87-06604. Base: USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220412-N-AO868-1019 IONIAN SEA (April. 12, 2022) Sailors prepare to chock and chain an MH 60S Seahawk Helicopter assigned to the Proud Warriors of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72, on the flight deck of Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) April. 12, 2022. San Jacinto is deployed with the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests, security, and stability in Europe and Africa.

NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 30, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Armando Herrera places a recovery assist secure and traverse (RAST) brake bar on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), March 30, 2022. Roosevelt, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its third patrol in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners and U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa.

RIO DE JANEIRO (Sept. 6, 2022) Sailors secure an anchor during a sea and anchor evolution aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) as the ship gets underway during UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 6, 2022. UNITAS is the worlds longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Brazil, it brings together multinational forces from Belize, 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.

120625-N-TA625-261PACIFIC OCEAN (June 25, 2012) Airman Christopher Holcomb fires a shot line from the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) to the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7). Peleliu is the flagship for the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and is underway conducting pre-deployment training with the Whidbey Island-class docking landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) and the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20).

220821-N-ET093-1029 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 21, 2022) Chief Warrent Officer 2 Jesse Gazur, from Richland, Washington, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), prepares to receive fuel from the fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8), during a replenishment-at-sea, Aug. 21, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 22, 2020) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney (DDG 91) transfers suspected contraband to the U.S. Coast Guard cutter USCGC James (WMSL 754), left, during a counter narcotics transfer, May 22, 2020. James and Pinckney are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility to support Joint Interagency Task Force Souths mission, which includes counter illicit drug trafficking in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 18, 2022) Sailors handle the phone-and-distance line during a replenishment-at-sea with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) 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.

A U.S. Sailor assigned to Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1651 with Naval Beach Unit Seven prepares to enter the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) during Transport Exercise (TRANSPORTEX) in Suruga-wan Shizuoka, Japan, Sep. 17. TRANSPORTEX is a humanitarian aid & disaster relief exercise further enhancing interoperability between Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 11, the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, enabling a combined rapid response force in the event of crisis or natural disaster. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli 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.

220912-N-GF955-1362BALTIC SEA (Sept. 12, 2022) U.S. Navy Gunners Mate 3rd Class Nicholas Tutt, right, from Camden, Arkansas, fires a .50-caliber machine gun during a crew-served weapons shoot aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), Sept. 12, 2022. Paul Ignatius 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.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 21, 2022) - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser, USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) arrives at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) for a scheduled port visit as part of the Abraham Lincoln Strike Group. The 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. For more than 75 years, CFAY has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services in support of the U.S. 7th fleet's forward deployed naval forces, tenant commands, and thousands of military and civilian personnel and their families.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 26, 2022) Sonar Technician (Surface) 2nd Class Alejandro Quesada from Los Angeles, California, supervises a line handling team during a replenishment-at-sea with Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) while operating in the Philippine Sea, Sept. 26. Milius 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.

221024-N-ET093-1055 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct 24, 2022) A Sailor assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), fires an M2A1 machine gun during a live-fire exercise, Oct. 24, 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.

220612-N-TC847-1120 ATLANTIC OCEAN (JUNE 12, 2022) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Shayne Chevalier, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), coaches Sonar Technician (Surface) 2nd Class Kevin Chacon during a crew-served weapons qualification, June 12, 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 1, 2022) Izumo-class multi-purpose destroyer JS Izumo (DDH 183) cruises in formation with Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while conducting routine operations in the South China Sea, Oct. 1. Higgins is participating in multi-lateral exercises in the South China Sea in support of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Forces Indo-Pacific deployment, along with the Royal Canadian Navy. Routine multi-lateral exercises like this strengthen interoperability and our mutual commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.

220928-N-XB010-1010 SUBIC BAY, Philippines (Sept. 28, 2022) - Seaman Brandon Westenskow, from Orangeville, Utah, heaves a heaving line to the pier on the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) forecastle as the ship pulls into port at Subic Bay, Philippines. New Orleans, part of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, 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.

110122-N-9811S-055ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 22, 2011) Sailors on the bridge of the guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) monitor a refueling at sea with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8). Barry is deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

221002-N-XN177-1138 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 2, 2022) - Sailors attach an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) to an aircraft tow tractor on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 2, 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.

220814-N-OK195-0002 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 14, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) hose down the ship during a fresh water washdown, Aug. 14, 2022. Truxtun is part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group, an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security.

220911-N-ZG822-1193 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 11, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) watch an MH-60S Nighthawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, retrieve cargo from the fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) during a replenishment-at-sea, Sep. 11, 2022. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 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.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 19, 2022) Sailors, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), observe the ship sail alongside the French replenishment oiler FS Marne (A630) for a replenishment-at-sea, Nov. 19, 2022. Roosevelt, currently attached to the Charles de Gaulle 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.

SUBIC BAY, Republic of the Philippines (Feb. 5, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) pull a mooring line as the ship arrives for a port visit. Stockdale is underway as a part of the Nimitz Strike Group Surface Action Group that will focus on maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts, which helps establish conditions for regional stability.

111221-N-VH839-003ARABIAN GULF (Dec. 21, 2011) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) heave a line connected to a fueling hose during an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197). Dewey is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations.

INDIAN OCEAN (June 7, 2013) Quartermaster 3rd Class Maygan Tracy, from Valley Center, Kan., raises a flag aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

220611-N-SI601-1063 PHILLIPINE SEA (June 11, 2022) Gunners Mate 3rd Class Kyleigh Nolan, left, from Palm Bay, Florida and Gunners Mate Seaman Braden Mauch, from Arlington, Washington, prepare to fire a shot line to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198) from the hangar bay of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during a replenishment-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.

POHANG, Republic of Korea (April 9, 2017) Sailors, attached to Amphibious Construction Battalion 1 and 2, haul in a spring line to secure the Improved Navy Lighterage System Roll-on/Roll-off Discharge Facility to the ramp of USNS Pililaau (T-AKR 304) during Operation Pacific Reach Exercise 2017 (OPRex17). OPRex17 is a bilateral training event designed to ensure readiness and sustain the ROK-U.S. Alliance by exercising an Area Distribution Center (ADC), an Air Terminal Supply Point (ATSP), Combined Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore (CLOTS), and the use of rail, inland waterways, and coastal lift operations to validate the operational reach concept.

NORTH SEA (Oct. 8, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), foreground, sails alongside the Norwegian replenishment oiler HNoMS Maud (A530) in the North Sea, Oct. 8, 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. (U.S. Navy graphic by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Danielle Baker/Released)

220428-N-DO281-1112ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 28, 2022) - Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Casey Merrill shoots a shot line from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) to the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE-12) for a replenishment-at-sea, April 28. Paul Ignatius 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 interests.

101111-N-7293M-712 VICTORIA, Seychelles (Nov. 11, 2010) Seaman Ryan Owens stands a force protection watch in a 7-meter rigid hull inflatable boat while the amphibious transport dock ship USS Ponce (LPD 15) gets underway after a port visit at the Seychelles. Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 9, 2016)Operation Specialist 1st Class Nikolai Lojek operates the navigation radar aboard the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN76) as Operation Specialist 2nd Class Lavar Franks looks for navigation points to verify radar accuracy on the ship's navigation bridge. U.S. Navy

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 2, 2022) Sailors handle the phone-and-distance line on the forecastle of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199). 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 sailors assigned to USS New Orleans (LPD 18) transit to the USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5) during a Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure exercise, Philippine Sea, Aug. 7, 2022.This group of Sailors are designated at the prize crew, who commandeer the ship after the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit's Maritime Raid Force has cleared it.The 31st MEU is operating aboard the ships of the Tripoli 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.

060522-N-6106R-007. Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

240119-N-EJ843-1222 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 19, 2024) - Sailors from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) participate in rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) operations, Jan. 19, 2024. Delbert D. Black is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by the U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied, and partner interests.

221016-N-LK647-1078 ATLANTIC OCEANFire Controlman 1st Class Thomas Melancon, left, and Operations Specialist 1st Class Khairi Summers, both assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), stand as safety observers on the forecastle during a replenishment-at-sea with the Henry J. Kaiser-class oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO-189) while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 16, 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.

240107-N-EJ843-1042 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 7, 2024) - Electronics Technician 2nd Class Shane Harris, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), handle lines during a replenishment-at-sea, Jan. 7, 2024. Delbert D. Black is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by the U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied, and partner interests.

030201-M-9124R-013. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) Scene Major Command Shown: 1ST LAR Bn

220717-O-QR492-1001-CA PACIFIC OCEAN (July 17, 2022) Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Vancouver (FFH 331) conducts a fueling-at-sea with New Zealand auxiliary oiler replenishment ship HMNZS Aotearoa (A11) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 surface ships, four submarines, nine national land forces, more than 30 unmanned systems, approximately 170 aircraft and more than 25,000 personnel will train and operate in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California, June 29 to Aug. 4. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Royal Canadian Navy photo by Sgt Ghislain Cotton)

221010-N-SN516-1007 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 10, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) pulls alongside the dry cargo ship USNS Robert E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) for a connected replenishment (CONREP). Decatur is currently operating with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

220911-N-LK647-0007 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 11, 2022) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) conducts a demonstration of its weapons systems during Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT), Sep. 11, 2022. SWATT, led by Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC), is designed to increase warfighting proficiency, lethality, and interoperability of participating units.

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bertholfs (WMSL 750) crews offload contraband in San Diego seized during their 77-day counter-narcotic patrol, Nov. 29, 2022. Bertholfs crew performed multiple boardings of suspected drug-smuggling vessels while patrolling international waters off the coasts of Central and South America, which led to the detainment of multiple suspected drug smugglers and the interdiction of more than 1,050 pounds of cocaine.

A U.S. Coast Guard member assigned to a Tactical Law Enforcement Team (TACLET) stands on the flight deck of USCGC Mohawk (WMEC 913) during an anti-piracy exercise with the Nigerian Navy in the Atlantic Ocean, Aug. 21, 2022. Mohawk is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

221016-N-TT639-1040 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 16, 2022) - Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Kristine Gutierrez, from San Antonio, Texas fires a shot line during a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) with fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202) aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 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.

220716-N-QI593-1105 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 16, 2022) Sailors man the rails aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) as the ship approaches the Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE-6) during a replenishment-at-sea in the Mediterranean Sea, July 16, 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. Marines and Navy Sailors transit toward the French Amphibious Assault Ship Mistral (L9013) via landing craft utility 1661 during exercise Caraibes 22 near Martinique, France, June 14, 2022. Exercise Caraibes 2022 is a French-led, large scale, joint training exercise in the Caribbean involving naval, air and land assets, from the French, U.S., and regional forces focused on responding to natural disasters.

230329-N-OX029-1050ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 29, 2023) Sailors perform a foreign object debris walkdown on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) in preparation for flight quarters, March 29, 2023. Wasp is underway conducting Type Commander (TYCOM) Sea Trials.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 2, 2022) Seaman Felix Clemente (green vest), from Las Vegas, displays signals from Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) to Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198) as they conduct a replenishment-at-sea. 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.

061201-N-5555T-005. Base: USS Ardent (MCM 12)

BOSTON (Sept. 27, 2022) U.S. Navy petty officers first class, selected for promotion to chief petty officer, participate in a gun drill during Chief Petty Officer Heritage Weeks. During the week, Constitution Sailors teach the selectees a variety of time-honored maritime evolutions while living and working aboard the ship.USS Constitution, is the worlds oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. During normal operations, the active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year as they support the ships mission of promoting the Navys history and maritime heritage and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence. USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponents. The ship earned the nickname of Old Ironsides during the war of 1812 when British canno

BOSTON (Sept. 27, 2022) U.S. Navy petty officers first class, selected for promotion to chief petty officer, participate in a gun drill during Chief Petty Officer Heritage Weeks. During the week, Constitution Sailors teach the selectees a variety of time-honored maritime evolutions while living and working aboard the ship.USS Constitution, is the worlds oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. During normal operations, the active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year as they support the ships mission of promoting the Navys history and maritime heritage and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence. USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponents. The ship earned the nickname of Old Ironsides during the war of 1812 when British canno

220722-O-QR492-1005-CA PACIFIC OCEAN (July 22, 2022) Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Vancouver (FFH 331) conducts their third replenishment-at-sea (RAS) with Royal New Zealand Navy auxiliary oiler replenishment ship HMNZS Aotearoa (A 11), July 22, 2022. Vancouver was the first Canadian ship to ever RAS with Aotearoa, which took place during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 off the coast of the Hawaiian Islands. Twenty-six nations, 38 surface ships, three submarines, nine national land forces, more than 30 unmanned systems, approximately 170 aircraft and more than 25,000 personnel will train and operate in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California, June 29 to Aug. 4. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that beg

CARTAGENA, Colombia - (Nov. 30, 2022) - Members of the Colombian Navy visited the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Milwaukee (LCS 5) during a port stop in Cartagena, Colombia November 30, 2022. Milwaukee is deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of operations as part of Task Force 45 in support of Joint Interagency Task Force Souths mission, which includes counter-illicit drug trafficking missions in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific.

SAN DIEGO (June 21, 2022) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Steven Valdez, a native of Las Vegas, and Seaman Micah Davis, native of New Orleans, both assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), heave around on a line as the ship begins its first underway in more than two years after completing a planned maintenance availability. Boxer is a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship home ported in San Diego.

230220-N-NH267-2172 GULF OF OMAN (Feb. 20, 2023) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Elvis Osemwengie, assigned to guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60), directs the transport of pallets during a replenishment-at-sea with dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) in the Gulf of Oman, Feb. 20, 2023. Paul Hamilton is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

221106-N-EB711-1003 GULF OF ADEN (Nov. 6, 2022) Sailors assigned to guided-missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) prepare to conduct a replenishment-at-sea with dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Matthew Perry (T-AKE 9) in the Gulf of Aden, Nov. 6. The Sullivans is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220814-N-CS075-1002 VALENCIA, Spain (August 14, 2022) Sailors heave a mooring line during a sea and anchor evolution aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) during a scheduled port visit to Valencia, Spain, August 14, 2022. Cole is part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group and 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 (July 28, 2022) Royal Australian Navy Canberra-class landing helicopter dock HMAS Canberra (L02) sails in formation during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 28. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Photo by Royal Australian Navy Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall)

240228-N-VO895-1056SOUDA BAY, GREECE (Feb. 28, 2024) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Kailen Hao-Martin, left, and Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Wesley Campbell, both assigned to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), stand watch as the small caliber action team during sea and anchor in Souda Bay, Greece, Feb. 28. Bataan is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. Navy

060311-N-0535P-072. Base: Naval Base, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71)

060703-N-5024R-002. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A brilliant sun and blue sky are the backdrop for Underway Recovery Test 5 in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California. Recovery team members are on the flight deck of the USS San Diego. NASA's Ground Systems Development and Operations Program and the U.S. Navy are conducting a series of tests using the ship's well deck, a test version of the Orion crew module, various watercraft and equipment to prepare for recovery of Orion on its return from deep space missions. The test will allow the team to demonstrate and evaluate recovery processes, procedures, hardware and personnel in open waters. Orion is the exploration spacecraft designed to carry astronauts to destinations not yet explored by humans, including an asteroid and NASA's Journey to Mars. It will have emergency abort capability, sustain the crew during space travel and provide safe re-entry from deep space return velocities. Orion is scheduled to launch on NASA's Space Launch System in late 2018.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 17, 2024) Sailors unload a pallet of supplies during a vertical replenishment on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) during a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Cesar Chavez (T-AKE 14). Cesar Chavez is assigned to Military Sealift Command Far East (MSC FE) who in coordination with Commander, Task Force 73, refuels and resupplies deployed naval forces, along with regional allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific. 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. Navy

220427-N-DO281-2002ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 27, 2022) - Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) conduct a foreign object damage walk-down during flight quarters, April 27. Paul Ignatius 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 interests.

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