Naval Operations and Exercises

Dynamic scenes of naval personnel conducting training, operations, and logistical support on various ships in different seas.

Seaman Joshua Whitaker, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), handles line as a rigid-hull inflatable boat is brought out the water during small boat operations, Sept. 25, 2022. Ramage is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group for Ford's 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.

Sea of Japan (May 14, 2022) Sailors assigned to expeditionary sea base ship USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5) and Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5 prepare to launch the 8m rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) from Expeditionary Mine Countermeasures (ExMCM) 11-2 during Exercise Noble Vanguard. Noble Vanguard serves as an enabler to reinforce tactics and techniques of different mission sets that contribute to regional stability.

220505-N-TT059-2085 ARABIAN SEA (May 05, 2022) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Gene Hermosilla operates a crane during small boat operations aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) in the Arabian Sea, May 5. Momsen is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220126-N-PH222-1030 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 26, 2022)Sailors display the removal chocks and chains from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Blackjacks” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 21, from the flight deck aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18), during a vertical replenishment-at-sea. 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)

220918-N-AL206-1009 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 18, 2022) Gunners Mate Seaman Marcos Alameda, left, and Gunners Mate 3rd Class Cameron Bruns shoot a line from the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74) to the Henry J. Kaiser-class replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) during a replenishment at sea while underway conducting Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). McFaul is underway with 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.

EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 6, 2022) Gunners Mate 2nd Class Christopher Fields, left, from Castlewood, Virginia, prepares to fire a shot line from an M14 rifle to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) during a fueling-at-sea while underway in the East China Sea, Sept. 6, 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.

SINGAPORE (Mar. 13, 2023) Sailors manually lower the davit hook for maintenance during small boat training aboard Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Oakland (LCS 24) at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, Mar. 13, 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.

220715-N-YB310-1534 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 15, 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) heave a line during a fueling-at-sea with Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 15. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 6, 2022) Sailors handle lines on the aft missile deck 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 Yukon (T-AO 202). 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.

Seaman Joshua Whitaker, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), handles line as a rigid-hull inflatable boat is brought out the water during small boat operations, Sept. 25, 2022. Ramage is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group for Ford's 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.

Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) take in line 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.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 11, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) lower a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) into the water for passenger transfer. Gravely, homeported in Norfolk, Va., is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

221010-N-SN516-1043 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 10, 2022) U.S. Navy Fire Controlman 2nd Class Maksym Kurgan, from Kiyv, Ukraine, fires a shot line to the dry cargo ship USNS Robert E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) during a connected replenishment (CONREP) aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73). Decatur is currently operating with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

220424-N-HA192-1105NORFOLK, VA. (April 24, 2022) - Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), observe flight deck operations, April 24, 2022. Bataan is underway in the 2nd fleet area of operations. Bataan is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk.

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.

220613-N-BR419-1025 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 13, 2022) Sailors board a rigid-hull inflatable boat aboard 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 27, 2014) Sailors raise a rigid-hull inflatable boat aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is underway conducting carrier qualifications.

NASAs SpaceX Crew-4 Splashdown. Support teams work around the SpaceX Crew Dragon Freedom spacecraft shortly after it landed with NASA astronauts Kjell Lindgren, Robert Hines, Jessica Watkins, and ESA (European Space Agency) astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti aboard in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Jacksonville, Florida, Friday, Oct. 14, 2022. Lindgren, Hines, Watkins, and Cristoforetti are returning after 170 days in space as part of Expeditions 67 and 68 aboard the International Space Station.

220605-N-TC847-1072 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 5, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Davon Ruddvereen assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) signals to the Henry J. Kaiser replenishment ship USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO-195) during a refueling-at-sea June 5, 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.

220711-O-QR492-1002 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 11, 2022) Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Vancouver (FFH 331) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187) 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)

220926-N-VI910-1126 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 26, 2022) 1st Lt. Wade Lowe supervises Sailors in a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220722-A-EQ028-1104 GULF OF ADEN (July 22, 2022) Sailors and civilian personnel raise a MANTAS T-12 unmanned surface vessel after an operations check and maintenance drill aboard the expeditionary sea base USS Lewis B. Puller (ESB 3) in the Gulf of Aden, July 22. Lewis B. Puller is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220605-N-TC847-1063 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 5, 2022) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) shoots a shot line to Henry J. Kaiser replenishment ship USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO-195) during a refueling-at-sea June 5, 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.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 30, 2023) Aviation Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Adou Konin, a member of crash and salvage team aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1), stands by on the flight deck during an F-35II Lightning flyover, March 30, 2023. Wasp is underway conducting Type Commander (TYCOM) sea trials.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Blue and Gold Crews of the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Wyoming (SSBN 742) execute an exchange of command and crews at sea. This regularly scheduled exchange of command at sea demonstrates the continuity and operational flexibility of our sea-based nuclear deterrent operations and our ready, reliable ballistic-submarine force. The efficiency of exchanges of crews at sea allows Sailors to reunite with their families and provides a ready, resilient submarine force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Xavier Saldana/Released)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 20, 2024) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), observe the fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Ericsson (T-AO-194) operating alongside America during a replenishment-at-sea while sailing in the Philippine Sea, Jan. 20. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

USCGC Hamilton (WMSL 753) crew members conduct .50 caliber machine gun training while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, Sept. 27, 2022. Hamilton 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.

220404-N-UN585-1263 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 4, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) man the ship's boat deck and a rigid-hull inflatable boat as U.S. Marines assigned to Task Group 61/2.4 test their combat rubber raiding craft after launching it from the ship, April 4, 2022. Task Group 61/2.4 is part of Task Force 61/2, which will temporarily provide command and control support to the commander of U.S. Sixth fleet to synchronize Navy and Marine Corps units and capabilities already in theater, in support of regional allies and partners and U.S. national security interests. 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.

220619-N-OK195-0003 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 19, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) board a tugboat during a passenger exchange transfer, June 19, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and warfighting capability before a future deployment. The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat America's adversaries in support of national security. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of CSG-10 and the George H.W. Bush CSG. The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, VFA-103, VFA-86, VFA-136, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 40, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Helicopter Combat Squadron (HSC) 5 and HSM-46.

220814-N-CS075-1001 VALENCIA, Spain (August 14, 2022) Sailors approach a tugboat 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 2, 2022) Sailors aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) conduct refueling operations with an MH-60R Helicopter assigned to the SABERHAWKS of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM-77) in the South China Sea on Aug. 2, 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 11, 2022) Gunners Mate 2nd Class Kayla Vixay, from Fort Worth, Texas, shoots a shot line aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Royal New Zealand Navy auxillary replenishment oiler HMNZS Aotearoa (A11) while operating in the South China Sea, Oct. 11. 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 2, 2022) Boatswains Mate 1st Class Ryan McQuennie, from Bakersfield, California, prepares to combat a fire during an aviation firefighting drill on the flight deck 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.

Marines organize supplies and equipment aboard the amphibious transport dock USS AUSTIN (LPD-4) in preparation for going ashore to take part in Operation Provide Comfort, an Allied effort to aid Kurdish refugees who fled the forces of Saddam Hussein in northern Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE COMFORT Country: Turkey (TUR)

During Underway Recovery Test-7 (URT-7), NASA's Recovery Team watches the U.S. Navy crew man the tending lines when bringing the Orion capsule into the well deck of a ship on Nov. 1, 2018, aboard the USS John P. Murtha. URT-7 is one in a series of tests to verify and validate procedures and hardware that will be used to recover the Orion spacecraft after it splashes down in the Pacific Ocean following deep space exploration missions. Orion will have emergency abort capability, sustain the crew during space travel and provide safe re-entry from deep space return velocities.

220920-N-ET093-1109 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept 20, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Jennifer Aguilar, from Greensboro, North Carolina, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), acts as signalman during a replenishment-at-sea with supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8), 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.

220518-N-N3764-1003CARIBBEAN SEA - (May 18, 2022) -- Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Chadwick Lambert and Mineman 2nd Class Randy Parsons, assigned to the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Billings (LCS 15), conduct engine checks on the 11-meter rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) in the Caribbean Sea, May 18, 2022. Billings 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.

220913-N-JO823-1002 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 13, 2022) Hull Maintenance Technician 3rd Class Joseph Crowhurst, from Modesto, California, left, and Damage Controlman Fireman Eric Emery, from San Antonio, secure a hatch during a damage control training team drill aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 13. 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.

220627-N-WI365-1108 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 27, 2022) Gunners Mate Seaman Jordan Hunt, from Lumberton, North Carolina, prepares to man a Mark 38 25mm machine gun on the fantail of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) prior to a live-fire exercise. The target buoy provides Sailors a water-borne target to fire at during weapons qualifications and training exercises. 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 17, 2022) Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Kameron Clinton, from Eustis, Florida, observes as Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Tyshaun Canty, from Brooklyn, New York, signals to the pilots in an MH-60R Seahawk during flight operations aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Dewey 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.

230211-N-NH267-1004 DIEGO GARCIA (Feb. 11, 2023) U.S. Navy Sailors man a boarding ladder aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) during a routine port visit. Paul Hamilton, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

220611-N-AO868-1031 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 11, 2022) Firecontrolman (Aegis) 2nd class Tom Xu, from Dayton, Ohio prepares a phone and distance line on the focsle of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) during a replenishment-at-sea with the fleet combat supply ship USNS Supply (T-AO6), June 11, 2022. San Jacinto is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

220701-N-YQ181-1062 PHILIPPINE SEA (July 1, 2022) Capt. Fred Goldhammer, center, commanding officer of the U.S. Navys only forward deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), lowers a line for a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) alongside Lt.jg. Mike Hanling, left, from Wilmington, Delaware and Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Maximillian Young, from Boston. Ronald Reagans RHIB team provides a platform for search and rescue operations as well as maritime interdiction evolutions. 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.

220523-N-UP745-3223 CENTRAL MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 23, 2022) Sailors, aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) raise nets during flight operations in the Central Mediterranean Sea, May 23, 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.

220506-N-DE439-017 ROTA, Spain (May 6, 2022) Electricians Mate 2nd Class Brandon Villaseñorcervantes (left) and Damage Controlman Fireman Adaysia Wilson (right) put out a simulated fire aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) during a fire drill on May 6, 2022. Porter 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.

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Michael Tidwell, right, assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24), uses hand signals during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS Medgar Evers (T-AKE 13) in the Atlantic Ocean, Oct. 7, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit 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.

220902-N-GP384-1176 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 2, 2022) Sailors download an MK53-Decoy Launching System (DLS) (NULKA) system on board the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Sep. 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.

120817-N-VY256-057 PACIFIC OCEAN (August 17, 2012) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Jesus Rios, along with a group of line handlers aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71), heave the messenger line during a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10). Cape St. George is en route to its homeport to complete a nine-month deployment during which it supported the Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 9 in the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 11, 2022) Sailors transport a torpedo from the flight deck to the fantail of 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.

220913-N-LK647-0017 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 13, 2022) Members of deck department aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) conduct a test of the mechanical davit that lowers rigid-hull inflatable boats into the water during Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT), Sept. 13, 2022. Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford 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.

220714-N-MR124-1118 PEARL HARBOR (July 14, 2022) Civilian mariners from Military Sealift Command watch as Chilean Navy Condell-class frigate Almirante Lynch (PFG-07), comes alongside Henry J. Kaiser-class underway replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC). Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four 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.

220827-N-TC847-1045 IONIAN SEA (Aug. 27, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) heave line from the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO-196), Aug. 27, 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.

221205-N-TC847-1226 KOPER, Slovenia (Dec. 5, 2022) Slovenian political and military members tour the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) during a scheduled port visit, Dec. 5, 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.

220829-N-DE439-1252 IRISH SEA (Sept. 2, 2022) Seaman Michael Roberson, from Jacksonville, Fla., heaves mooring line during 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. 2, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 19, 2022) - The USCGC Myrtle Hazard (WPC 1139), left, Palau Patrol Ship PPS, right, and Royal Navy River Class vessel HMS Tamar (P233) transit the Pacific Ocean during a multilateral search and rescue exercise (SAREX) coordinated with the U.S. Navy, Republic of Palau, U.S. Coast Guard, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and Royal Navy in support of Pacific Partnership 2022. Now in its 17th year, Pacific Partnership is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific.

220623-N-TC847-1062 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 23, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) receive a fuel probe from the fleet replenishment ship USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195) for a refueling-at-sea June 23, 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.

220502-N-UJ411-1021 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 2, 2022) Sailors stand in formation on the forecastle of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) as the ship comes alongside 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2024) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), receive stores during a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo ship USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE-7), while conducting routine operations in the Pacific Ocean, February 8. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Navy

110313-N-4392R-171PACIFIC OCEAN (March 13, 2011) Sailors assigned the guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) steer their rigid-hull inflatable boat alongside the ship after investigating several Japanese boats that appeared to be adrift after the recent earthquake and tsunami.

220613-A-EQ028-1004 ARABIAN GULF (June 13, 2022) A tug boat pulls alongside the expeditionary sea base USS Lewis B. Puller (ESB 3) prior to pulling into Jebel Ali Harbor during exercise Iron Defender 2022 in the Arabian Gulf, June 13. Iron Defender is an annual bilateral training event between U.S. Naval Forces Central Command and forces from the United Arab Emirates. The exercise focuses on maritime security operations, mine countermeasures, and harbor defense.

220611-N-TC847-1116 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 11, 2022) Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Brett Hendrick, left, and Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Christopher Merrells assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser (CG 55) untangle a hook from a span wire from the Henry J. Kaiser replenishment ship USNS Leroy Grumman ( T-AO-195) June 11, 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.

220717-N-YN807-2036PACIFIC OCEAN (July 17, 2022) Machinists Mate 2nd Class Samuel Thompson secures a Chilean Navy SH-32 Super Puma helicopter, assigned to Helicopter Attack Squadron (HA) 1, on the flight deck of Zumwalt-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 17. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug 4 in and around Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. 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.

DN-ST-89-02521. Base: USS Conquest (MSO 488)

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 22, 2022) Chief Air-Traffic Controller Robert Schuller, from Tacoma, Wash., observes an AN/SLQ-25 Nixie torpedo countermeasure system being deployed off the fantail aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

120612-N-NL541-006PACIFIC OCEAN (June 12, 2012) Sailors handle lines on the foc'sle of the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Underwood (FFG 36) during a replenishment at sea with the Chilean oiler Vincer O. Morrir during a bilateral exercise with the Chilean navy. Underwood is deployed to Central and South America and the Caribbean in support of Southern Seas 2012.

220402-N-UN585-1301 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 2, 2022) Seaman Bryce Marion, left, Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Justin Walker, center, and Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Amber Barnes, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) receive a pallet of supplies from the French ship FS Marne (A 630) during a replenishment-at-sea, April 2. 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.

220928-N-DK042-1085 KUSHIRO PORT, Japan (Sept. 28, 2022) Sailors attached to Navy Cargo Handling Battalion (NHCB) 1 and Amphibious Construction Battalion (ACB) 1 lower a rigid-hull inflatable boat into the water during a crane lift aboard USNS Dahl (T-AKR 312) in support of Operation Resolute Dragon 22, Sept. 28, 2022. Resolute Dragon 22 is an annual bilateral exercise between the Japan Self-Defense Force and the U.S. Marine Corps and Navy. The exercise is taking place across eight geographically-separated training areas throughout Japan with a focus on distributed operations, coastal defense, and integrated live-fire training.

220617-N-DE439-1125 BALTIC SEA (June 17, 2022) Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Jessie Sosniak slacks a line during a replenishment-at sea aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78), during exercise BALTOPS22, June 17, 2022. BALTOPS22 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 6, 2012) Sailors aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) receive stores and parts during an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) during a connected replenishment. New York, with the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

220929-N-IX644-1039 IONIAN SEA (Sept. 29, 2022) Gunners Mate 3rd Class Fynn McFarland, from Bend, Oregon, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), shoots a shot line to the supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) during a replenishment-at-sea, Sept. 29, 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.

Crewmen stand by at a refueling station aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70) during an underway replenishment exercise with the Australian guided missile frigate HMAS SYDNEY (FFG-03). Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 15, 2024) Chief Personnel Specialist John Bryson (left) and Sonar Technician Surface 1st Class John Ellingson (right) prepare to store hoses on the weather-deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) after a fresh-water washdown. 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

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Workers on the deck of NASA's Liberty Star ship prepare for testing in the Atlantic Ocean of an Orion flight test capsule to begin.The Crew Module Recovery Attach Fitting Test (CRAFT) on the capsule, which began at-sea operations Nov. 29, is under way. Multiple attach clips are being evaluated against the current recovery cleat configuration by U.S. Air Force pararescue jumpers (PJs) and a U.S. Navy diver. The 21st Century Ground Systems Program will use data collected from the tests to help develop ground operations support equipment that could be used to recover an uncrewed Orion flight test capsule after splashdown. The Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle is NASA's next-generation spacecraft being developed for deep space missions to asteroids, moons and other interplanetary destinations throughout the solar system.

Seaman Joshua Whitaker, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), stages chocks and chains on the flight deck during flight operations as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 12, 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.

061203-N-5555T-003. Base: USS Ardent (MCM 12)

NORTH SEA (Oct. 15, 2022) Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Marlon Kalaw, left, helps raise Seaman Erik Bauman, a rescue swimmer, onto the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), during a simulated man overboard drill, Oct. 15, 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.

220716-N-OH262-0080 ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 16, 2022)--Civil Service Mariners assigned to Military Sealift Command's dry cargo ammunition ship USNS Medgar Evers (T-AKE 13), send over a fuel line as the ship conducts an underway replenishment at sea with MSC's fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8), July 16.

Two Japan Coast Guardsmen aboard Japan Coast Guard ship Kotobiki (PC52)dock the ship at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Aug. 9, 2022. JCGKotobiki (PC52) visited the air station to confirm its ability to moor atthe harbor for the conduct of law-enforcement operations in order toreinforce standard operating procedures and maintain interoperabilityproficiency.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 1, 2019) Sailors offload ordnance from an F/A-18E Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 on the flight deck of the Navys 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 collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.

220623-N-XN177-1237 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 23, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Vincent Hearon, from Houston, directs aircraft on the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 23, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Armando Rodriguez, right, an Electricians Mate assigned to the Famous-class medium endurance cutter USCGC Mohawk (WMEC 913), attaches the sea painter line on the Cutter Boat Large (CBL) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, July 22, 2022. USCGC 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 10, 2022) Airman Jerome Bailey, a native of Houston, removes chocks and chains from a CH-53E, attached to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 462, aboard amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), May 10, 2022. Essex is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

221030-N-ET093-1109 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct 30, 2022) Lt. Brian Hoagland, from Suffolk, Virginia, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), directs forklifts during a replenishment-at-sea with the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William Mclean (T-AKE 12), Oct. 30, 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.

220925-N-ZQ263-1156 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 25, 2022) U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Autumn Sipelli, from Oliver Springs, Tenn., stands by to receive fuel from the USNS Washington Chambers aboard the Arleigh Burke-Class guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93). Chung-Hoon is operating with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

220616-N-N3764-3003CARIBBEAN SEA - (June 16, 2022) -- Gunners Mate 1st Class Zach Morrill inflates a floating training target for a crew-served weapons shoot aboard the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Billings (LCS 15), June 16, 2022, in supportof exercise Caraibes 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.

Crewmen stand near the anchor hoist on the bow of a NATO ship during exercise Northern Wedding '86. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WEDDING '86 Country: North Atlantic Ocean

The GW frigate Hr.Ms. Tromp (1975-1999) During a supply at sea (Boz) with one of Speyk Class Fregat (1967-1990).

220510-N-SI601-1044 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 10, 2022) Sonar Technician (Surface) 2nd Class Amel Suljic, from Houston, prepares to test the torpedo countermeasure system, commonly referred to as the Nixie, on the fantail aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The Nixie is a towed device designed to deter incoming torpedoes. 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.

220811-N-TT639-1347 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 11, 2022) - Amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) receives supplies from fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) during a replenishment-at-sea, Aug. 11, 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.

221002-N-XK462-1035 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 2, 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.

220929-N-ZG822-1467 IONIAN SEA (Sept. 29, 2022) A Sailor assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) moves a cargo net during a replenishment-at-sea with supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) Sept. 29, 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.

120429-N-QM601-088MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 29, 2012) Sailors aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) receive stores from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196). Iwo Jima, the flagship of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with embarked elements of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU), is deployed to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 4, 2022) Sailors set up mobile station two emergency lights 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.

120426-N-SK590-129ARABIAN SEA (April 26, 2012) BoatswainÕs Mate 2nd Class Cory Johnson signals a cargo pallet across a phone and distance line during a replenishment-at-sea aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104). Sterett is deployed as part of the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

Ensign Bertina Xue, left, and Ensign Tyler McAvoy, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), handle line during a replenishment-at-sea with the Royal Canadian supply ship MV Asterix and Spanish Armada guided-missile frigate Álvaro de Bazán 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.

DN-SC-89-02699. Subject Operation/Series: WEST WIND 88 Base: USS Elmer Montgomery (FF 1082) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

CORONADO, Calif. (Sept. 25, 2012) Sailors assigned to the deck department remove paint from the port vest davit aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is currently pierside at Naval Air Station North Island for planned incremental availability.

220923-N-GF955-1159BALTIC SEA (Sept. 23, 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) handle a hose during a fresh water wash down, Sept. 23, 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.

220829-N-VJ326-1055 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 29; 2022) - Lt. j.g. Jonathan Andree; amphibious assault carrier USS Tripolis (LHA 7) bosn; observes fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198) prior to an underway replenishment; Aug. 29; 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.

US Navy Quartermaster Third Class Patricia Muniz uses a distance range finder to ensure that USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) maintains a safe distance during a connected replenishment with USS ARCTIC (AOE 8). Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

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