Naval Operations and Exercises

Dynamic scenes from naval operations at sea, featuring ships, helicopters, and small boats engaged in replenishment and tactical exercises, emphasizing teamwork and maritime security.

A USCGC Hamilton (WMSL 753) crew member fires an M240 machine gun during a gunnery exercise while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, Oct. 11, 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.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 8, 2012) An SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter from Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 48 prepares to land aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during an underway replenishment. Jason Dunham is a part of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8, which is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in the Atlantic Ocean.

GULF OF ADEN (Sept. 17, 2012) A visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team member from the Chinese Peoples Liberation Army

220504-N-TT059-1061 ARABIAN SEA (May 04, 2022) Sailors board a rigid hull inflatable boat during small boat operations aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) in the Arabian Sea, May 4. Momsen is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

Sea of Japan (May 14, 2022) Sailors and civilian mariners assigned to expeditionary sea base ship USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5) along with Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5 prepare to launch the 8m rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) from Expeditionary Mine Countermeasures (ExMCM) 11-2 and the 7m rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) during Exercise Noble Vanguard. Noble Vanguard serves as an enabler to reinforce tactics and techniques of different mission sets that contribute to regional stability.

050622-N-5781F-024. Complete Scene Caption: US Navy (USN) deck department Sailors, Ticonderoga Class Guided Missile Cruiser USS COWPENS (CG 63), tend lines while retrieving a USN Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) from the Coral Sea after conducting small boat exercises. The COWPENS is accompanying the USN Aircraft Carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) and other ships of the Kitty Hawk Carrier Strike Group (CSG), as part of Exercise TALISMAN SABER 2005. TALISMAN SABRE is an exercise jointly sponsored by the US Pacific Command (USPACOM) and Australian Defense Force Joint Operations Command, and designed to train the US 7th Fleet Commander's staff and Australian Joint Operations staff as a designated Combined Task Force (CTF) headquarters. The exercise focuses on crisis action planning and execution of contingency response operations. USPACOM units and Australian forces will conduct land, sea and air training throughout the training area. More than 11,000 US and 6,000 Australian personnel will

A USCGC Hamilton (WMSL 753) crew member fires an M240 machine gun during a gunnery exercise while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, Oct. 11, 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.

OKINAWA, Japan (Feb. 01, 2024) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare to dock combat rubber raiding craft (CRRC) in the well deck of the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20). Green Bay, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, 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

221026-N-ET093-1044 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct 26, 2022) Gunners Mate Seaman Savannah Craddock, from Corpus Christi, Texas, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), fires a shot line to the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler Kanawha (T-AO 196) during a replenishment-at-sea while participating in the NATO-led vigilance activity Neptune Strike 22.2 (NEST 22.2), in the Adriatic Sea, Oct. 26, 2022. NEST 22.2 is the natural evolution of NATO's ability to integrate the high-end maritime warfare capabilities of a carrier strike group to support the defense of the alliance in Europe.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.

220514-N-TI693-1021CIVITAVECCHIA, Italy (May 14, 2022) - Seaman Mabless Nazaire, left, from Tacoma, Washington, Seaman Najma Mohamoud, center, from Columbus, Ohio, and Seaman Jhayda Washington, from Philadelphia, stow a mooring line during a sea and anchor evolution aboard the Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) as the ship departs Civitavecchia, Italy, May 14, 2022. Hershel "Woody" Williams is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., Allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

220515-N-TT059-1075 GULF OF OMAN (May 15, 2022) Sailors participate in a replenishment-at-sea with dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) in the Gulf of Oman, May 15. Momsen is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 17, 2012) Sailors practice fire hose handling during repair locker training aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99). Farragut 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. The U.S. Navy is reliable, flexible, and ready to respond worldwide on, above, and below the sea. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting.

221010-N-GF955-1005BALTIC SEA (Oct. 10, 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) launch a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB), Oct. 10, 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.

220504-N-LZ839-1126ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 4, 2022) - Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) combat a simulated fire during a flight deck fire-fighting drill, May 4, 2022. Bataan is underway in the 2nd fleet area of operations. Bataan is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk.

Members of the Orion recovery team work to retrieve a test version of Orion's forward bay cover, a protective shell that fits on top of the crew module, from the Pacific Ocean on Feb. 18, 2014, during an Underway Recovery Test. NASA and U.S. Navy personnel came together on board the USS San Diego, off the coast of California, to practice the processes they used to recover Orion after its splashdown following Exploration Flight Test-1 (EFT-1). Part of Batch image transfer from Flickr.

220717-O-QR492-1004-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)

240119-N-EJ843-1107 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.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- U.S. Navy personnel aboard a rigid hull inflatable boat help recover NASA's Orion spacecraft following its splashdown in the Pacific Ocean after its first flight test in Earth orbit. The USS Anchorage is in the background. NASA, the U.S. Navy and Lockheed Martin are coordinating efforts to recover Orion and secure the spacecraft in the well deck of the USS Anchorage. Orion completed a two-orbit, four-and-a-half hour mission, to test systems critical to crew safety, including the launch abort system, the heat shield and the parachute system. The Ground Systems Development and Operations Program is leading the recovery efforts.

220913-N-AL206-1023 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 13, 2022) Boatswain Mate Seaman Jehnncky Pamera signals to a helicopter during flight quarters aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74), Sept. 13, 2022. McFaul is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT) exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

221007-N-XB010-1013 Philippine Sea (Oct. 7, 2022) - Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) assist Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) returning to the well deck in combat ready rubber crafts (CRRCs). 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.

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 24, 2022) Gunners Mate 1st Class Isaac Wright (right), from Milaukie, Ore., fires an M2HB 50 caliber machine gun while Fire Controlman 1st Class Jeffrey Gruel (left), from Billings, Mont., observes during a live-fire exercise aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114). Ralph Johnson 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samantha Oblander)

100117-N-7981E-206PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 17, 2011) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) conducts a refueling at sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187) during heavy seas. Stockdale is underway with the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group on a deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 19, 2013) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Drew Miller, left, and Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Aaron Conners stand by aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) as a fuel probe approaches from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Walter S. Diehl (T-AO 193) during a replenishment-at-sea. Jason Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

PACIFIC OCEAN (August 1, 2022) U.S. Coast Guard Legend-class cutter USCGC Midgett (WMSL 757) conducts a refueling-at-sea with Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC 2022). 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 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.

A U.S. Marine AH-1Z Cobra attack helicopter with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (Rein.), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, flies during a boat launch rehearsal aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18) in the South China Sea, Sept. 20, 2022. 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.

ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 17, 2012) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Tyler O'Donnell, front, Damage Controlman 1st Class Justin Christensen and Seaman Sidarius Martin advance on a simulated fire during a crash and salvage drill aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99). Farragut 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. The U.S. Navy is reliable, flexible, and ready to respond worldwide on, above, and below the sea. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting.

220726-N-AO868-1191 ADRIATIC SEA (July 26, 2022) A rigid hull inflatable boat comes alongside the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) in the Adriatic Sea, July 26, 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.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Using a rigid hull inflatable boat, NASA and the U.S. Navy practice retrieving the Orion forward bay cover from the Pacific Ocean as part of the Orion underway recovery test. The Orion boilerplate test vehicle and other hardware are secured in the well deck of the USS San Diego nearby in preparation for the test about 100 miles off the coast of San Diego, California. NASA and the U.S. Navy conducted tests to prepare for the recovery of the Orion crew module, forward bay cover and parachutes on its return from a deep space mission. The underway recovery test will allow the teams to demonstrate and evaluate the recovery processes, procedures, hardware and personnel in open waters. During the testing, the tether lines were unable to support the tension caused by crew module motion that was driven by wave turbulence in the well deck of the ship. NASA and the U.S. Navy called off the weeks remaining testing to allow engineers to evaluate the next steps The Ground System

APRA HARBOR, Guam - Sailors assigned to the submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) haul a mock torpedo alongside a Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) in Apra Harbor, July 13. Land is tasked to provide expeditionary intermediate level maintenance and repairs, as well as provide hotel service and logistics support to deployed guided-missile and fast-attack submarines deployed to U.S. 5th and U.S. 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.

VISAKHAPATNAM, India (Aug. 4, 2022) - Military Sealift Command civil service mariners assigned to the Emory S. Land-class submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) heave a line as the ship prepares to depart Visakhapatnam, India, Aug. 4, 2022. Frank Cable is currently on patrol conducting expeditionary maintenance and logistics in the 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

230122-N-NH267-1257 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 22, 2023) U.S. Navy Retail Services Specialist 1st Class Dylan Montgomery, from Crowley, La., fires an M2 machine gun during a small arms fire aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60). Paul Hamilton, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is underway conducting routine operations.

221212-N-YV347-1025 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 12, 2022) U.S. Navy Fireman Damion Johnson, from Jamaica, fuels an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Battle Cats" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73 on the flight deck of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52). Bunker Hill, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is currently underway conducting routine operations.

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.

220623-N-QI593-1117 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 23, 2022) Sailors engage a simulated aircraft fire during a crash and salvage drill on the flight deck of USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Mediterranean Sea, June 23, 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.

NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 30, 2022) Retail Services Specialist 3rd Class Katie Kultti secures a flight deck net with a pin 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.

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220810-N-QI593-1397 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 10, 2022) A dolphin swims alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Supply-class fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE-6) in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 10, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 19, 2014) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) is underway in formation with ships assigned to the George Washington Carrier Strike Group and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force at the conclusion of Keen Sword 15. Keen Sword, a joint-bilateral training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self Defense Force, is designed to increase combat readiness and interoperability.

AEGEAN SEA (March 17, 2015) A rigid-hull inflatable boat departs the guided-missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) off the coast of Souda Bay, Greece, during a personnel exchange. Laboon is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

Boatswains Mate Seaman Kesean Blair, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), handles line during a replenishment-at-sea with the Royal Canadian supply ship MV Asterix as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 17, 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.

221015-N-AL206-1048 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 15, 2022) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74) heave line during a replenishment at sea with the Canadian commercial container ship MV Asterix while underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations along NATO allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

KEY WEST, Fla. (June 18, 2013) Chief Navy Diver Jamie Harris and Navy Diver 2nd Class Kraig Reiter, both assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2, are lifted from the water on a diving stage from the Military Sealift Command rescue and salvage ship USNS Grasp (T-ARS-51) during a fleet readiness training program dive.

220722-A-EQ028-1082 GULF OF ADEN (July 22, 2022) Sailors and civilian personnel prepare to 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.

Fijian shipriders from the Republic Fiji Navy, Ministry of Fisheries, Fiji Immigration, and Fiji Revenue and Customs Services and a U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Harriet Lane (WMEC 903) boarding team partner together to conduct a fishery boarding in the Fiji Exclusive Economic Zone in the South Pacific Ocean, Feb. 16, 2024. The U.S. Coast Guard will work closely with Fiji officers to strengthen maritime governance and security while promoting individual sovereignty. Coast Guard

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221002-N-XN177-1092 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 2, 2022) - Sailors refuel an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) 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.

Sea of Japan (May 16, 2022) -- Members assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5 enter the 8m rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) from expeditionary sea base ship USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5) during Exercise Noble Vanguard. Noble Vanguard serves as an enabler to reinforce tactics and techniques of different mission sets that contribute to regional stability.

220920-O-NR876-246ARAFURA SEA (SEP. 20, 2022) Mineman 3rd Class Francisco Vera, from Tracy, California, signals Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Supply-class replenishment oiler HMAS Stalwart (A304) during a replenishment-at-sea during the RAN Exercise Kakadu 2022 (KA22) in the waters off Northern Australian, Sept. 20, 2022. KA22 is the 15th iteration of the RANs flagship biennial regional maritime international engagement exercise, drawing together approximately 3000 personnel, 15 warships and more than 30 aircraft from 22 countries.

220508-N-NX635-1024 INDIAN ISLAND, Wash., (May 8, 2022) Sailors replace spotlights onboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is currently in port preparing for operations.

111221-N-DI599-034YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 21, 2011) Sailors aboard the Virginia-class submarine USS North Carolina (SSN 777) arrive at Fleet Activities Yokosuka. North Carolina is visiting Yokosuka as part of its first operational deployment to the western Pacific region.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 1, 2022) Sailors, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101), combat a simulated fire on the flight deck during an aviation firefighting drill. Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220605-N-TI693-1029MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 5, 2022) Sailors assigned to Deck Department rig a tug boat 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.

220511-N-DW158-1074 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 11, 2022) Sailors man firefighting hoses in response to a simulated fire during a mass casualty drill on flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The drills are designed to simulate a mass casualty event where firefighting and medical response teams train in unison to maintain mission readiness. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Dec. 28, 2012) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) prepare for a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Walter S. Diehl (T-AO 193). Farragut is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 5, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) stand by as the ship approaches the British Royal Fleet Auxiliary replenishment oiler RFA Fort Victoria (A387) for a replenishment-at-sea. Jason Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 11, 2022) Sailors load a torpedo on 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.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 22, 2021) Retail Specialist Seaman Jamison Hammond, from Philadelphia, fires a .50-caliber machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72), Feb. 22, 2021. Mahan 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., allies and partner interests.

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EAST CHINA SEA (June 26, 2022) Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Ashley Iuli, left, from Los Angeles, and Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Jarod Smith, right, from Jacksonville, Florida, connect a fuel line aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) during a replenishment-at-sea with Lewis and Clark-class dry-cargo ship USNS Cesar Chavez (T-AKE-14). 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.

110511-N-NL541-071ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 11, 2011) Boatswain's mates recover a rigid-hull inflatable boat aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Thach (FFG 43). Thach is deployed supporting Southern Seas 2011.

220903-N-QI593-3196 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 3, 2022) Sailors cut the outboard stop on a span wire during a replenishment-at-sea with the Henry J. Kaiser-class underway replenishment oiler USNS Patuxent (T-AO-201) aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Atlantic Ocean, Sep. 3, 2022. Bainbridge is operating as part of the Harry S. Truman Strike Group 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.

221009-N-XN177-1056 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 9, 2022) - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Isaac Peavey, from South China, Maine, secures an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) to the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 9, 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.

220616-N-AO868-1027 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 16, 2022) Sailors remove barrels from a close-in weapon system during routine maintenance aboard USS San Jacinto (CG 56) in the Mediterranean Sea June 16, 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (April 17, 2022) Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with 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.

230126-N-NH267-1072 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 26, 2023) U.S. Navy Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Serena Vigil, from Rio Rancho, N.M., fires a shot line from an M14 rifle to the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) during an underway replenishment aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60). Paul Hamilton, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is underway conducting routine operations.

Aboard the USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75), the Ship's Boatswain directs a Gunners Mate as he prepares to shoot a shot line over to the USS MITSCHER (DDG 57) (not shown) during a fueling at sea (FAS) operation. Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

SEA OF HEBERDIES (Oct. 3, 2022) Left, Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Marlon Kalaw and Seaman Erik Bauman, a rescue swimmer, prepare to recover a simulated man overboard during a drill on the forecastle of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), Oct. 3, 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.

SEA OF HEBERDIES (Oct. 3, 2022) Sailors prepare to recover a simulated man overboard during a drill on the forecastle of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), Oct. 3, 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.

220820-N-TC847-0003 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 20, 2022) Seaman Rayshaun Black, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), sprays down the weather deck during a fresh water washdown, Aug. 20, 2022. Leyte Gulf 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.

The Over the Horizon (OTH) cutter boat crew transports members from the French Navy replenishment ship, the Somme (A631), during a joint exercise in the Atlantic Ocean, July 24, 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 (July 9, 2022) - Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Adrianne Foggetti, from Huntington Beach, California, left, and Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Brendan Merrill, from Adrian, Michigan, treat a simulated patient during a crash and salvage drill near the pilot house aboard Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) while underway for 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.

110209-N-9818V-306PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2011) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) participate in a man overboard drill. Fitzgerald is forward deployed to Yokosuka as part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 and U.S. 7th Fleet.

110221-N-5503T-072PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 21, 2011) Supply pallets are sent from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200) to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during a replenishment at sea. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group is underway continuing training before deploying to the western Pacific and U.S. Central Command areas of responsibility.

220813-N-TT639-1075 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 113, 2022) - Sailors detach a winch cable from a seven-meter rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 13, 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.

120703-N-BQ817-226 MENORCA, Spain (July 3, 2012) Deck department Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) release the anchor near Mahon Harbor, Menorca, Spain. Farragut is 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (April 9, 2022) Sailors, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53), sail to retrieve parts from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) aboard a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB). 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.

220728-A-KS490-1028 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 28, 2022) U.S. Coast Guard Chief Boatswains Mate Neal Rice participates in a man overboard drill aboard fast response cutter USCGC John Scheuerman (WPC 1146) in the Mediterranean Sea, July 28. John Scheuerman is one of the newest additions to a slate of Coast Guard ships supporting U.S. 5th Fleet.

Sailors assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) combat systems department, prepare to load a RIM 116 Block missile into a rolling airframe missile launcher, Sept. 22, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications and workups for a scheduled deployment this fall.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 21, 2022) Sailors in a rigid-hull inflatable boat rescue a simulated casualty during a search and rescue drill for 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.

220813-N-GF955-1013ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 13, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) spray fresh water on the flight deck during a fresh water wash down, Aug. 13, 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.

221204-N-OM737-2179ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 4, 2022) Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) Sailors participate in a fueling-at-sea evolution as the Bataan refuels Arleigh-Burke class destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58), Dec. 4, 2022. Bataan is underway participating in Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT).

PACIFIC OCEAN (March 26, 2017) Sailors assigned to Deck department aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney (DDG 91) prepare rigging during a replenishment-at-sea while underway for composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment. COMPTUEX tests the mission readiness of the strike groups assets through simulated real-world scenarios and their ability to perform as an integrated unit.

U.S. Navy Sailors with the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA-6), monitor the Fleet Replenishment Oiler USNS John Ericson (T-AO-194) approach the USS America at the start of a replenishment-at-sea operation in the Philippine Sea, Jan. 30, 2023. The RAS was conducted to replenish fuel, food, and supplies for the Marines and Sailors onboard the America. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of USS America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

120405-N-VY256-269GULF OF OMAN (April 5, 2012) The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) sends supplies to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71) during a replenishment at sea. Cape St. George 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.

061201-N-5555T-002. Base: USS Ardent (MCM 12)

111004-N-KB052-159PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 4, 2011) Sailors stand by as a pallet of spare parts is transferred to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) during a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204). Cowpens took on 145,000 gallons of fuel and 3,000 pounds of spare parts and supplies during the replenishment. Cowpens is forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, and is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) prepare to lower a rigid-hull inflatable boat 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.

220728-N-AO868-1093 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 28, 2022) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) receives a fueling probe from the fleet combat supply ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) in the Mediterranean Sea, July 28, 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.

221008-N-OK195-1115 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 8, 2022) Cryptologic Technician (Collection) Seaman Clayton Fleming, surface search and rescue swimmer assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103), prepares to man a rigid-hull inflatable boat during small boat operations, Oct. 8, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

Line handlers stand by on deck as a Los Angeles class submarine arrives in port to participate in the joint service exercise Ocean Venture '93. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '93 Base: Nas, Roosevelt Roads State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220408-N-UP745-1527 East Mediterranean Sea (April 8, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Ian Moore, right, from Atlanta, stands as the landing signalman on the flight deck during flight quarters aboard Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), in the East Mediterranean Sea, April 8, 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.

060730-N-8977L-031. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

221211-N-NM271-2244 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 11, 2022) Sailors attached to Explosive Ordnance Expeditionary Support Unit One deploy a combat rubber raiding craft off the well deck of amphibious transport dock USS Portland (LPD 27), Dec. 11, 2022. Portland, along with Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Montgomery (LCS 8), is underway in U.S. 3rd Fleet in support of the recovery. The retrieval operation is part of a Department of Defense effort that integrates combatant command service capabilities to determine best practices for safely retrieving spacecraft capable of carrying humans into space. The U.S. Navy has many unique capabilities that make it an ideal partner for supporting NASA, including its amphibious and expeditionary capabilities with the ability to embark helicopters, launch and recover small boats, three-dimensional air search radar and advanced medical facilities.

220128-N-PH222-1319 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 28, 2022)Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Jasmine Munoz, from Henderson, Nevada, signals fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Ericsson (T-AO 194), aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Charleston (LCS 18), during an underway replenishment. 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)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 14, 2022) Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) transits the Philippine Sea during routine operations on Sept. 14, 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.

Sesimbra (Portugal), 09/21/2023. Repmus 2023 and NATO Dynamic Messenger exercise. In the image, demonstration of the autonomous submarine system Cmre Uuv. Photo: Ignacio Gil. Archdc.

221007-N-AL206-1028 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 7, 2022) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74) lower the flight deck rails during flight quarters while underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations along NATO allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

220407-N-UN585-1248 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 6, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) and a U.S. Marine assigned to Task Group 61/2.4 watch a small unmanned aircraft system deploy from the Marines' combat rubber raiding craft, April 6, 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.

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