Naval Operations During RIMPAC

This cluster features various naval ships, including guided missile destroyers and frigates, maneuvering gracefully in the Pacific Ocean during international maritime exercises.

220718-N-MR124-1003 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 18, 2022) Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Gridley (DDG-101), left, and Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Chaffee (DDG-90) sail in formation during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

220718-N-MR124-1003 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 18, 2022) Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Gridley (DDG-101), left, and Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Chaffee (DDG-90) sail in formation during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

A starboard beam view of the guided missile frigate USS DUNCAN (FFG-10) underway during Exercise RimPac '88 off the coast of Hawaii. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC '88 Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-SC-87-05828. Base: Chesapeake Bay Country: United States Of America (USA)

100628-N-9301W-870 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 28, 2010) The amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) participates in leap frog exercises with the guided-missile frigate USS Klakring (FFG 42) off the coast of Peru. Klakring is on a six-month deployment to Latin America and the Caribbean as part of Southern Seas 2010, a U.S. Southern Command-directed operation that provides U.S. and international forces the opportunity to operate in a multinational environment.

The guided missile frigate USS DOYLE (FFG-39) approaches the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). Country: Caribbean Sea

120904-N-EY938-022 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 4, 2012) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) transists the western Pacific Ocean off Guam. Fitzgerald is part of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group and is currently on deployment in the western Pacific region.

A starboard bow view of the guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG 47) underway in heavy seas during Exercise BALTOPS '85. Subject Operation/Series: BALTOPS '85 Country: Baltic Sea

The fleet oiler USS MERRIMACK (AO-179) refuels the battleship USS IOWA (BB-61) during an underway replenishment in heavy seas. Country: Unknown

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 20th, 2022) USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) conducts a 5-inch gunnery excercise with the USS Stethem (DDG 63) while underway for Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). SWATT is the surface forces premiere advanced tactical training exercise, increasing warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains.

DN-ST-85-04098. Subject Operation/Series: INTENSE LOOK Country: Gulf Of Suez

Aerial port bow view of part of Task Group 70, including the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) and the aircraft carrier battle groups USS RANGER (CV-61) and MIDWAY (CV-41) underway. Country: Philippine Sea

DN-SC-90-01684. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 20, 2022) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) fires a Phalanx close-in weapons system (CIWS) during a live-fire exercise. 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.

220930-N-XK462-1063 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 30, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class missile destroyers USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108), USS Chung Hoon (DDG 93), and USS John Finn (DDG 113) sail in formation as part of a strait transit exercise during scheduled operations with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group (NIMCSG). The NIMCSG is enhancing mission readiness through simulated real-world scenarios and demonstrating their ability to perform as an integrated unit. Wayne E. Meyer is currently operating with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

010403-N-3400W-027. Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Country: Gulf Of Thailand

A port bow view of the frigate USS BADGER (FF-1071) underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

120402-N-NL401-050 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 2, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) and the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) participate in an replenishment at sea. Enterprise and Supply deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

DN-SC-87-06263. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) underway en route to the Adriatic Sea. The carrier is part of a battle group that will be replacing the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group that is currently maintaining the U.N. mandated no-fly zone over Bosnia-Herzegovina. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

An aerial port quarter view of the patrol combatant-missile (hydrofoil) USS ARIES (PHM-5), foreground, and USS GEMINI (PHM-6) underway during high-speed maneuvers. Country: Gulf Of Mexico

A view of three carriers silhouetted on the horizon while underway in formation during flight deck and catapult certification exercises off the Virginia Capes. The vessels include the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN-73) and the nuclear-powered aircraft carriers USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) and USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

U.S. Navy Landing Craft, Utility (LCU) 1681, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 1, transits toward amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 4), in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 5, 2024. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of USS Boxer (LHD 4), USS Somerset (LPD 25), and Harpers Ferry, and the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway conducting integrated training and routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 18, 2012) The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195) transits alongside the guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) as the ships conduct a replenishment at sea during Exercise Joint Warrior 2012. Joint Warrior serves as a certifying event for ships deploying with coalition forces in future operations.

Aerial port view of part of Task Group 70, including the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) and the aircraft carrier battle groups USS RANGER (CV-61) and MIDWAY (CV-41) underway. Country: Philippine Sea

PENTLAND FIRTH STRAIT (Oct. 7, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) transits through the Pentland Firth Strait while participating in exercise Joint Warrior 22-2, Oct. 7, 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.

ATLANTIC OCEAN - From left to right, the Iclandic off-shore patrol vessel ICGV Freyja, Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), German Type 124 guided missile frigate FGS Sachsen (F 219), and French F70 AS Anti-Submarine Frigate Latouche-Treville (D 646), conduct a photo exercise during exercise Northern Viking 22 April 4, 2022. Northern Viking 22 strengthens interoperability and force readiness between the U.S., Iceland and allied nations, enabling multi-domain command and control of joint and coalition forces in the defense of Iceland and Sea lines of Communication in the Greenland, Iceland, United Kingdom (GIUK) gap.

DN-SC-04-13187. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220423-N-JX182-1026 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 23, 2022) A MK 110, 57-millimeter gun weapons system fires aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 29, 2022) U.S. Navy Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), right, and the Republic of Korea Navy Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin-class destroyer ROKS Munmu The Great (DDH 976) transit the Pacific Ocean 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 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

The submarine rescue ship USS KITTIWAKE (ASR-13) and the salvage ship USS GRASP (ARS-51) escort the motor vessel Greenpeace out of a missile test zone. Greenpeace was shouldered away after entering the hazardous area to prevent a submerged test launch of a Trident II (D-5) sea-launched ballistic missile from the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN-734) off the coast of Florida. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

An aerial view of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) underway en route to the Mediterranean in support of Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) and other coalition warships steam as the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 11, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict free Atlantic region.

A highline UH-46 Sea Knight helicopter hang between the ammunition ship USS SURIBACHI (AE-21) and the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72) during the first underway replenishment of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

240116-N-EJ843-1233 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 16, 2024) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) conducts remote live fire exercise with the MK 38 machine gun, Jan. 16, 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.

230118-N-NY362-1026 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 18, 2023) Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115), left, Japanese Asahi-class destroyer JS Ashigara (DDG 178), center, and Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser Chancellorsville (CG 62) conduct interoperability exercises in the Philippine Sea, Jan. 18. U.S. Navy Ships forward-deployed to U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations conduct underway operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

060111-N-4776G-102. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A starboard beam view of the tank landing ship USS SCHENECTADY (LST-1185) underway off the coast of San Diego. The stern section of the amphibious transport dock USS VANCOUVER (LPD-2) is in the foreground. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) steams in formation with Spanish Armada frigate Álvaro de Bazán (F 101), German frigate FGS Hessen (F 221) and Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), Oct. 20, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 8, 2022) Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) pulls alongside Henry J. Kaiser-class underway replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO-199) prior to a replenishment-at-sea. 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.

The destroyer USS O'BANNON (DD-987) executes a turn to starboard while taking part in Unitas XXXII, a combined exercise involving the naval forces of the United States and nine South American nations. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS XXXII Country: Pacific Ocean(POC)

A view of a RIM-7 Sea Sparrow missile immediately after launch from the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

The guided missile frigate USS RENTZ (FFG-46) escorts the transport oiler USS SEALIFT CHINA SEA (T-AOT-170). Country: Gulf Of Oman

060119-N-1467K-006. Base: USS Peleliu (LHA 5) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

110518-N-DU438-526ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 18, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57), the guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68), the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195), the guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103), the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64) and the Spanish navy frigate ESPS Almirante Juan de Borbon (F 102) conduct maneuvers in the Atlantic Ocean. The U.S. ships are deployed as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

DN-SC-87-01950. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220428-N-UN585-1160 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 28, 2022) A P-8 Poseidon aircraft flies over the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) while conducting a detect-to-engage exercise in the Mediterranean Sea, April 28, 2022. Ross, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its 12th patrol in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners and U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa.

DN-SC-85-06052. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-ST-85-07857. Country: Unknown

220603-N-KY668-1008FERROL, Spain (June 3, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) pulls into Ferrol, Spain for a scheduled liberty port, June 3, 2022. Arleigh Burke, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner nations.

DN-ST-86-04958. Country: Unknown

220901-N-KL637-1104 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 1, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), transits the Adriatic Sea alongside the Italian training ship ITS Amerigo Vespucci, Sep. 1, 2022. The ships operated together to commemorate the 60th anniversary of a 1962 meeting between USS Independence (CVA 62) and Italy's senior national vessel Amerigo Vespucci. 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.

The nuclear-powered attack submarine USS PITTSBURGH (SSN 720) surfaces off the coast of Andros, Bahamas as part of an emergency surface drill.. Country: Atlantic Ocean(AOC)

040716-N-0684R-084. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS John C Stennis

DN-ST-88-02529. Country: Sea Of Japan

A starboard side view of the Colombian frigate CALDAS (CM 52) underway in rough seas during Operation UNITAS XXV. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS XXV Country: Unknown

221104-N-UL352-1605 ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 4, 2022) Mine countermeasure ship USS Devastator (MCM 6), front, and guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) sail in formation with Royal Saudi Naval Forces ships during exercise Nautical Defender in the Arabian Gulf, Nov. 4. The multilateral training event involved U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, Royal Saudi Navys Eastern Fleet and UKs Royal Navy.

DN-ST-88-07401. Country: Unknown

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

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 10, 2015) The amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) prepares to transit the Suez Canal. Fort McHenry is deployed as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

Bow view of the ships comprising the Standing Naval Force Atlantic underway. The ships are from left to right: FGS AUGSBURG (F-222), USS SELLERS (DDG-11), HNLMS VAN NES (F-805), HMCS IROQUOIS (DDH-280) and HMS DANAE (F-47). Country: Gulf Of Mexico

111129-N-YZ751-396 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 29, 2011) The guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64), left, the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE 2), the guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57), USS Anzio (CG 68), and the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195) conduct a vertical replenishment ahead of USS Truxtun (DDG 103). Truxtun is deployed as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

220628-N-TC847-1170 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 28, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Nitze (DDG 94), front, USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), middle, and USS Truxtun (DDG 103) sail in formation, June 28, 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.

The guided missile destroyer USS DAHLGREN (DDG 43), left, the frigate USS AYLWIN (FF 1081), second from left, the Brazilian dock landing ship CEARA (G 30), right, and another ship steam in formation during Unitas XXXII, a combined exercise involving naval forces from the United States and eight South American nations. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS XXXII Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

010511-N-4790M-004. Subject Operation/Series: TANDEM THRUST 2001 Base: Shoal Water Bay Operating Area Country: Australia (AUS)

Amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), right, sails in front of amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6) during a photo exercise in the East China Sea, Sept. 17, 2022. This training evolution provided two America-class ships the opportunity to sail together in close proximity, providing valuable training to both crews. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit 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.

BALTIC SEA (May 17, 2022) - The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), center, the Finnish pollution control vessel FNS Louhi (999), the Finnish Hämeenmaa-class Minelayer FNS Hämeenmaa (02), the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107), the Swedish Carlskrona-class auxiliary support ship HSwMS Carlskrona (P 04), and the Finnish Katanpää-class mine countermeasure vessel FNS Purunpää (41) sail in formation during a maneuvering exercise in the Baltic Sea, May 17, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, are on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 12, 2022) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53), left, and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) sail in formation behind USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during Valiant Shield 2022 (VS22). VS22 is a U.S.-only, biennial field training exercise (FTX) focused on integration of joint training in a multi-domain environment. This training builds real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating tracking, and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land, and in cyberspace in response to a range of missile areas.

090923-N-1251W-037 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 23, 2009) The guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) launches a Standard Missile-2 while conducting torpedo evasion maneuvers during Multi-Sail 2009. Multi-Sail 2009 is designed to improve warfare mission readiness.

010628-N-6077T-004. Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION AFLOAT READINESS AND TRAINING Country: Gulf Of Thailand Scene Major Command Shown: FLTCOMBATCAMGRUPAC

DN-ST-87-03309. Base: USS Iowa (BB 61) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220723-N-EU544-0835 PHILIPPINE SEA (July 23, 2022) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) prepares to be received alongside USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE 7), middle, during a replenishment-at-sea evolution in the Philippine Sea, July 23. Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), HMCS Royal Canadian Navy Halifax-class frigate Fredericton (FFH 337), and Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyers USS Ramage (DDG 61), USS McFaul (DDG 74), USS Bulkeley (DDG 84) and USS James E. Williams (DDG 95), USS Mason (DDG 87), USS Bainbridge (DDG 96), and Hessen (FFG 221) steam in formation, Oct. 13, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region

221114-N-PS962-1231 PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 14, 2022) Ships from the U.S. Navy, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), Royal Navy, Royal Australian Navy and Royal Canadian Navy steam in formation during Keen Sword 23, in the Philippine Sea, Nov. 14. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and JMSDF personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad Japan-U.S. alliance. USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), 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.

The fleet oiler USNS ANDREW J. HIGGINS (T-AO-190) delivers fuel to the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) during an underway replenishment. The INDEPENDENCE is participating in OPERATION SOUTHERN WATCH, a multinational effort establishing a no-fly zone for Iraqi aircraft south of the 32nd parallel in Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Unknown

101116-N-6552M-012PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov 16. 2010) The guided-missile destroyer USS Sampson (DDG 102) is underway with the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) before a refueling at sea. Boxer is underway off the coast of Southern California participating in a composite training unit exercise in preparation for a deployment in early 2011.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 16, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 166 takes off from the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting Precision Approach Landing System (PALS) and flight deck certifications.

Aerial starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN-734) as it nears its new home port at Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay, Ga. Among the smaller craft following the submarine are two large harbor tugs (YTB) and. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

APRA HARBOR (June 3, 2020) The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) arrives at Apra Harbor, June 3, 2020. Following an extended visit to Guam in the midst of the COVID-19 global pandemic, Theodore Roosevelt completed carrier qualifications June 2 and is in Guam for resupply during a deployment to the Indo-Pacific.

DN-ST-89-04875. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

USS Ellyson (DD-454)

A starboard beam view of the Indian Navy Tarantul I class guided missile patrol combatant Nirghat (K-44) underway. Base: Bombay Harbor Country: India (IND)

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 28, 2022) The Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 fleet sails in formation, July 28. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

INDIAN OCEAN (April 12, 2014) The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Cesar Chavez (T-AKE 14) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the Royal Australian frigate HMAS Toowomba (FFG 156). Ceasar Chavez is supporting the international effort to locate Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.

DN-SC-89-09432. Base: Unknown

A group of four CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters make their way to the USS TARAWA (LHA-1) during the exercise. Subject Operation/Series: DEEP STRIKE '97 Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220829-N-UL352-1842 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug 29, 2022) Guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), right, operates in formation with Egyptian Navy amphibious assault ship ENS Gamal Adbel Nasser (L 1010) and Egyptian Navy frigate ENS Al-Galala (FFG 1002) in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 29. Delbert D. Black is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

Marines aboard the Utility Landing Craft 1662 (LCU-1662) are being transferred to the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4). Base: Mcas, Cherry Point State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Aerial starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) underway. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

110120-N-2055M-695SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 20, 2011) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) conduct a weapons qualification course on the flight deck. The course is part of a watch standing qualification requirement. Gridley is on a deployment with the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

220506-N-DO281-1120 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 6, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) fires its Mark 45 5-inch gun during a live fire exercise, May 6, 2022. Paul Ignatius is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., Allied and partner interest in Europe and Africa.

221015-N-FD648-1080 IONIAN SEA (Oct. 15, 2022) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46, and a rigid-hulled inflatable boat, attached to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), approach a vessel for a Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure exercise during the NATO-led vigilance activity Neptune Strike 22.2 (NEST 22.2), Oct. 15, 2022. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group 10, George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG). The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, VFA-103, VFA-136, VFA-143, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, and HSM-46. NEST 22.2 is the natural evolution of NATOs ability to integrate the high-end maritime warfare capabilities of a carrier strike group to support the defense of the alliance in Europe.

February 13, 2010 - The ballistic missile submarine USS Maryland (SSBN 738)(G) transits the Atlantic Ocean during its 55th strategic deterrent patrol.

US Air Force Technical Sergeant Mark Cook, a Pararescueman assigned to the 41st Rescue Squadron at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, watches as the Fort Victoria Class Fleet Replenishment Ship, RFA (Royal Fleet Auxiliary) FORT GEORGE (A 388), British fleet auxiliary supply ship anchored off the coast of Mozambique near Machanga, passes below the USAF HH-60G "Pave Hawk" helicopter while returning to Beira after delivering supplies to the town of Machanga. To date, Joint Special Operations Task Force aircraft participating in Operation Atlas Response have delivered more than 71 tons of humanitarian relief supplies on 102 flights to more than 20 locations. Subject Operation/Series: ATLAS RESPONSE Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

230327-N-KU796-1014 (March 27, 2023) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) steams in formation with the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) destroyer ROKS Sejong the Great (DDG 991), Chungmugong Yi Sun-Sin-class multipurpose destroyer ROKS Choe Yeong (DDH 981), Cheonji-class fast combat support ship ROKS Hwacheon (AOE 59), the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Decatur (DDG 73) and USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) during a bilateral exercise. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is conducting a bilateral maritime exercise with the ROKN in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

DF-ST-85-08325. Country: Caribbean Sea

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 14, 2013) An X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS) demonstrator launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is the first aircraft carrier to successfully catapult launch an unmanned aircraft from its flight deck.

220919-N-KL637-1096 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 19, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), center, the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), left, and the Orizzonte-class destroyer ITS Caio Duilio (D 554) sail in formation as Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 performs a flyover during combined operations in the Adriatic Sea, Sept. 19, 2022. CVW-7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group 10, and the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG). The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, VFA-103, VFA-136, VFA-143, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46. The 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.

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