Navy Operations and Maintenance

Navy personnel engaged in various operational tasks aboard ships, including maintenance, navigation, and damage control drills.

240922-N-ZQ263-1012 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept.24, 2022) U.S. Navy Lt. j.g. Andre Kerry, from New Orleans, Fla., monitors for surface contacts aboard the Arleigh Burke-Class guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93). Chung-Hoon is currently operating with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

220607-N-MJ302-1079 PACIFIC OCEAN (June. 07, 2022) Aviation Structual Mechanic 3rd Class Neal Ledbetter, from Livingston, Tenn., drills holes in the jet engine shop aboard aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operation.

220806-N-XK047-2025PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 6, 2022) - Lt. j.g. Jeffrey Lidawer notates damage control information in a repair locker during a general quarters drill aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Aug. 6. Damage control drills are used both in port and underway to ensure that Sailors have the proper training to combat any casualty that may arise. Makin Island, flagship of Amphibious Squadron (CPR) SEVEN, along with 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is currently underway conducting integrated training in the U.S. 3rd fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

221014-N-JO823-1050 MANILA BAY (Oct. 14, 2022) Quartermaster 3rd Class Kevin Fernandez, right, from Dover, New Jersey, Senior Chief Quartermaster Elvis Gomez, center, from Hackensack, New Jersey, and Lt. j.g. Jason Hood, from Lewisville, North Carolina, monitor the navigation of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), as it anchors in Manila Bay, Philippines, Oct. 14. 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.

220608-N-QI593-1014 STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (June 8, 2022) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Michael Ramirez-Mendoza, from Coolidge, Arizona, uses a Mark 38 Mod 2 to scan for surface vessels during a straight transit aboard the USS Bainbridge (DDG96), June 8, 2022. Bainbridge is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

221212-N-PA221-2024 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 12, 2022) U.S. Navy Aircrew Survival Equipmentman 2nd Class Micah Littlepage, from Tyler, Texas, checks the integrity of a dive suit through air testing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway conducting routine operations.

PHILIPPINE SEA (July 9, 2022) Chief Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) Brian Campbell, from St. Anns Parish, Jamaica, provides training to Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) 3rd Class Trent Smith, right, from Heppner, Oregon, while the latter aims an aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) hose at a simulated fuel oil leak in an engine room aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) during a general quarters drill. Benfold is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

221014-N-KU796-1007 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 14, 2022) U.S. Navy Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Dearius Taylor, from Snellville, Ga., processes receipts aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Strike Group is underway preparing for an upcoming deployment.

240922-N-ZQ263-1012 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept.24, 2022) U.S. Navy Lt. j.g. Andre Kerry, from New Orleans, Fla., monitors for surface contacts aboard the Arleigh Burke-Class guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93). Chung-Hoon is currently operating with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

060322-N-1693W-016. Country: Korea Strait Scene Major Command Shown: USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19)

220417-N-TT059-1072 SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 17, 2022) Ensign Luis Camarena stands bridge watch during a Strait of Malacca transit aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92). USS Momsen is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet's principal fighting force is underway supporting a free and open Indo-Pacific.

220829-N-QI593-1004 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2022) Hull Maintenance Technician 3rd Class Trevor Billings, from Buford, Georgia, reports simulated engineering casualty updates to damage control central during an engineering propulsion limiting drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Atlantic Ocean, Aug. 29, 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 8, 2020) Ensign Terence Smith, from New York, monitors surface contacts from the pilot house of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52). Bunker Hill is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220904-N-YC581-1014PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 4, 2022) - Fireman Logan Conrad performs a check inside a generator room aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Sept. 4. Sailors track the status of the engine and conduct regular checks to avoid shipboard casualties. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the 13th MEU in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

220722-N-N3764-1001Panama City, Panama - (July 22, 2022) Lt. j.g. Brittani Bible, front, and Lt. William Voulgaris make corrective course changes during an outbound sea and anchor detail to Panama City, Panama, aboard the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Billings (LCS 15), July 22, 2022. Billings is deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of operations to support Joint Interagency Task Force South’s mission, which includes counter-illicit drug trafficking missions in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific.

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 11, 2022) Ensign Sophia Murillo, a native of West Covina, California, stands watch on the bridge of amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), April 11, 2022. Essex is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220408-N-AV609-1020 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 8, 2022) Rear Adm. Dennis Velez, commander, Carrier Strike Group 10, tours primary flight control aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), April 8, 2022. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable war fighting capability through the carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

221012-N-KU796-1013 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 12, 2022) U.S. Navy Aviation Electrician's Mate 3rd Class Daniel Foote Owens, from Los Angeles, troubleshoots a limit switch on a helicopter rescue hoist in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Strike Group is underway preparing for an upcoming deployment.

220722-N-DE439-1076 BALTIC SEA (July 22, 2022) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Bryce Soldat, from Houston, right, shows Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 2nd Class Dante Navarro, from Tampa, Fla., left, how to manually turn off the Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) pump during a damage control training aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51), July 22, 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.

220901-N-OM737-1011ATLANTIC OCEAN (September 1, 2022) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Irad Gonzalez, assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) Combat Systems Department, prepares to take the Navy-wide advancement exam in the ships mess decks, Sep. 1, 2022. Bataan is underway conducting an Afloat Training Group engineering inspection as part of the basic phase training cycle.

221003-N-MW880-2001 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 3, 2022) Aviation Electricians Mate Airman Marcos Mosqueda, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), tightens captive screws on an electrical component, Oct. 3, 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.

221007-N-LK647-0152 ATLANTIC OCEANLt. Andrew Woitena, a navigation officer assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), communicates with the Central Control Station during a Naval Surface Fire Support exercise while underway 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.

220408-N-AV609-1105 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 8, 2022) Lt. Cmdr. Jason Hosler, left, handler aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), gives am air operations brief to Rear Adm. Dennis Velez, commander, Carrier Strike Group 10, April 8, 2022. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable war fighting capability through the carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 4, 2022) - Damage Controlman 2nd Class Oscar Garcia, right, from Santa Ana, Calif., explains the Halon fire suppression system to firefighters from the San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) during an integrated firefighting drill aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59) as a part of the San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW) 2022, Oct. 4, 2022. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

221014-N-LY160-1291 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 14, 2022) - Damage Controlman 1st Class Javier Fernandez, from Palm Springs, California, left, trains Sailors on proper damage control techniques on the mess decks aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 14, 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.

Chief Master Sgt. Justin Apticar (front), 19th Air Force command chief, and Tech. Sgt. Jarod Curtis (back), 415th Special Operations Squadron instructor loadmaster, attach the static line of a cargo delivery system bundle during his visit at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., Feb. 21, 2024. The static line of the cargo delivery system bundle is used to deploy the parachute when the bundle leaves the aircraft. Air Force

Hospital Corpsman First Class (HM1) Wayne Aldrich inventories newly acquired prescription drugs onboard the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS NORFOLK (SSN-714). Often called "Doc", Aldrich is the boat's only corpsman. Because of this, he's received extensive training to become qualified as an independent corpsman. Country: Chesapeake Bay

220803-N-AO868-1297 ADRIATIC SEA (August 3, 2022) Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Timmothy Brown, from Denver, Colorado, paints a refueling station aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) in the Adriatic Sea, August 3, 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.

010625-J-6077T-015. Subject Operation/Series: COOPERATION AFLOAT READINESS AND TRINING Base: Uss Curts (FFG 38)

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 10, 2022) Sailors move ordnance equipment in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

220705-N-IL330-1022 SASEBO, Japan (July 5, 2022) - Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Catalina Lee, from San Diego, calibrates a radar system aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 5, 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 15, 2022) Airman Carlos Bermudez, left, from Montgomery Village, Md., and Aviation Machinists Mate 2nd Class Dominique Calpo, from Makati City, Philippines, install a combustion module in a jet engine aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

220102-N-PV401-1016 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 2, 2022) Gunners Mate Seaman Benjamin Brazzell, a native of Brighton, Colo., performs maintenance on an M240B light machine gun in the armory of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Jan. 2, 2022. Carl Vinson Carrier 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.

220409-N-SY758-1026 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 9, 2022) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Maleki Dalou, right, and Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Dajia Brascom, both assigned to USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), reviews a maintenance requirement card before completing a maintenance check, April 9, 2022. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable war fighting capability through the carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

220507-N-UP745-1003 IONIAN SEA (May 7, 2022) Hull Maintenance Technician 2nd Class Mudungo, from New York, stands watch, as on-scene leader, during an in-port emergency training team drill, aboard Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), in the Ionian Sea, May 7, 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.

220727-N-CY569-1320 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 27, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Tevye Leflore, from Roanoke, Virginia, tightens a bolt onto a bomb rack in the bomb shop of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), July 27, 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.

060726-N-2954M-006. Base: USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7)

130312-N-XQ375-107 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 12, 2013) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Ronald Welch stands watch on the helm aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Carrier 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. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Taylor Anderson, an aviation maintenance technician assigned to Coast Guard Air Station Houston, conducts scheduled maintenance on the MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aboard the Famous-class medium endurance cutter USCGC Mohawk (WMEC 913) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, July 8, 2022. USCGC Mohawk 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.

221004-N-IL330-2101 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 4, 2022) - Sailors fight a simulated fire during an engineering training team drill in a machinery room aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Oct. 4, 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.

220901-N-EH998-1034 BAB AL-MANDEB (Sept. 1, 2022) Quartermaster Seaman Kaleb Lokits uses an alidade aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) while transiting the Babal-Mandeb, Sept. 1. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East Region.

221116-N-CM110-1007 PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 16, 2022) - Lt. Cmdr. Brent Phillips, from Cottonwood, Arizona, administers a flu shot aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Nov. 16, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

SANTA RITA, Guam (Oct. 18, 2019) Cmdr. Dawn Allen, center, commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110), and Lt. j.g. Veronica Hoecherl, left, from Boca Raton, Fla., stand watch in the ships pilot house. William P. Lawrence is underway conducting operations in the Indo-Pacific region while assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest forward-deployed DESRON, and the U.S. Seventh Fleet's principal surface force.

U.S. Coast Guard Cdr. Brooke Millard, the Commanding Officer of USCGC Bear (WMEC 901), works with Petty Officer 1st Class Evan Beavers to ensure safe navigation into the Atlantic Ocean, July 8, 2022. This deployment is Millards first as commanding officer of the cutter.

220517-N-CM110-2020 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 17, 2022) - Sailors discuss an action plan during an Engineering Training Team drill aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 17, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

221027-N-MW880-1013 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 27, 2022) Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Eduardo Moroyoqui, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), calibrates the modulation analyzer Oct. 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.

220613-N-WU964-1097 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 13, 2022) Lt. Heather Pickett, left, a Meteorology and Oceanography (METOC) Information Warfare Tactics Instructor from Sisterville, West Virginia, and Senior Chief Aerographers Mate Quintron Perry, from Jacksonville, Florida, conduct training on a psychrometer to Aerographers Mate 3rd Class Nathan Holmes, from Tacoma, Washington, on the 8th level on the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Aerographers Mates use psychrometers to accurately read the outdoor temperature in order to help chart the most optimal course for the ships safe sailing and flight operations. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 4, 2021) Ensign Zachary Owings, assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24), trains Midshipman 2nd Class Abby Null, a student at the United States Naval Academy, on how to use a pelorus compass bearing device in the pilot house, Aug. 4, 2021, while Arlington participates in Large Scale Exercise (LSE) 2021. LSE 2021 demonstrates the NavyÕs ability to employ precise, lethal, and overwhelming force globally across three naval component commands, five numbered fleets, and 17 time zones while merging live and synthetic training capabilities that help create a dynamic training environment. LSE 2021 will connect high-fidelity training and real-world operations to build knowledge and skills needed in todayÕs complex, multi-domain, and contested environment.

220624-N-UL352-1076 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 24, 2022) Cmdr. Adam Stein, executive officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), communicates with Sailors from the bridge, June 24, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 22, 2022) Seaman David Kats, from Minneapolis, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), performs shipboard preservation on a vehicle ramp aboard Essex, June 22, 2022. Essex is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

Electricians Mate 1st Class Alexander Mock, left, and Electricians Mate Fireman Yazid Henry, both assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), prepare non-live pier lines during a sea and anchor evolution, Sept. 26, 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.

20802-N-IL330-1007 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 2, 2022) - Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) 3rd Class Jennifer Mendez, from Los Angeles, prepares for an engineering training team drill in main machinery room one aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Aug. 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.

220124-N-SS900-1006 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 24, 2022) Air Traffic Controlman 2nd Class Javier Herrera, a native of Denver, Colo., makes inputs to a green sheet aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Jan. 24, 2022. Dual Carrier Operations with the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group and Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group demonstrates the U.S. Navys capability to rapidly aggregate to deliver overwhelming maritime force and increase collective war-fighting readiness in support of a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron T. Smith)

EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 23, 2022) Sailors conduct maintenance in radio central aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) during routine operations in the East China Sea on Aug. 23, 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.

120908-N-SO729-050PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 8, 2012) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) practice CPR techniques in medical triage. Bonhomme Richard is the lead ship of the only forward-deployed amphibious ready group.

220515-N-CY569-1022 NAPLES, ITALY (May 15, 2022) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Jeremiah Walton, from Los Angeles, tests the ships alarms on the bridge of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), May 15, 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.

BALTIC SEA (Sept. 3, 2022) U.S. Navy Cmdr. Christopher Vanloenen, executive officer aboard the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), coordinates the damage control team during a firefighting drill, Sept. 3, 2022. Gunston Hall, assigned to the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, 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.

220729-N-AO868-1068 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 29, 2022) Machinists Mate 3rd Class Nathaniel Gourley, from Bloomington, Indiana, mans a fire hose during an engineering training scenario in a main engine room aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) in the Mediterranean Sea, July 29, 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.

220616-N-TT639-1082 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 16, 2022) - Gunners Mate Seaman Justin Nelson, from Memphis, Tennessee, assembles a target during a gun shoot aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 16, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

221125-N-UF592-1032 PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 25, 2022) Sailors practice applying a tourniquet during Tactical Combat Casualty Care (T-CCC) training in the First Class Petty Officers mess decks aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Philippine Sea, Nov. 25. 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.

220803-N-CY569-1019 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 3, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Caleb Culberson, from Gibsonville, North Carolina, cleans a pilon aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Aug. 3, 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.

220519-N-CM110-2014 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 19, 2022) - Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Darian Andrews, from Defiance, Ohio, right, administers a COVID-19 test in the vehicle stowage area aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 19, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 30, 2013) Machinery Repairman 3rd Class Rebecca Babington uses a milling machine in the repair shop of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman, flagship for the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, supporting theater security cooperation efforts and supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 11, 2012)German navy Lt. Florian Gocht, right, and Quartermaster Seaman Nicholas Frank plot coordinates during a replenishment at sea aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66). Hue City 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.

220928-N-JO823-1011 WATERS EAST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (Sept. 28, 2022) Machinists Mate Fireman Jakob Rhoades, from Fort Worth, Texas, uses a computer in the internet cafe aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in waters east of the Korean peninsula, Sept. 28. 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.

220619-N-VH871-1110 5th FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (June 19th, 2022) Naval Aircrewman (Operator) 2nd Class Adam Randazzo, right, assigned to the "Grey Knights" of Patrol Squadron (VP) 46, deployed with Commander, Task Force (CTF) 57, explains his role as an Electronic Warfare Operator to Royal Navy Leading Seaman Robert Oates onboard a P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, June 19. CTF 57 aircraft conduct missions in support of maritime operations to ensure security and stability in the Middle East region.

SATTAHIP, Thailand (Oct. 11, 2022) Operations Specialist 1st Class Christopher Roberts, from Birmingham, Alabama, stands bright bridge watch aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while getting underway after a scheduled port visit in Sattahip, Thailand, Oct. 11. Higgins 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.

220412-N-TO573-2259 IONIAN SEA (April 12, 2022) Aviation Machinists Mate Airman Jackson Wood, right, from Rome, Georgia, and Aviation Machinists Mate 3rd Class Achilya Dixon, from Birmingham, Alabama, both assigned to the “Fighting Checkmates” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211, drain the overflow of the air frame mounted accessory drive on an F/A-18E Super Hornet in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), April 12, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group 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.

A1C Nathan Boley, 791st Maintenance Squadron assists in performing a Transporter Erector Semitrailer Hoist Assembly replacement with a team of Airmen July 12, 2022, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. The 791st MXS help to support Minot Air Force Bases mission by ensuring the ability to retain our deterrence from our adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman Alysa Knott)

220902-N-JR318-1007 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 2, 2022) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Larissa Yuncker, from North Webster, Indiana, files receipts aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier 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.

221109-N-EU502-2062 TASMAN SEA (Nov. 9, 2022) - Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Steven Archer, from Shelton, Washington, left, and Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Roberto Melendrez, from Las Cruces, New Mexico, check the pressure of an automatic pressure calibration system in the calibration lab aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Nov. 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 23, 2022) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Jordan Brown, right, from Chicago, and Operations Specialist 2nd Class Owen Pattersontaylor, from San Diego, track surface contacts on the ships self defense system in the tactical operations plot room aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Operating as part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, units assigned to Carl Vinson and Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Groups, America and Essex Amphibious Ready Groups, alongside Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, are conducting training to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 11, 2022) Sailors conduct watch standing training in the central control station aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) during routine operations in the Philippine Sea on Oct. 11, 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.

221012-N-EH998-1072 GULF OF OMAN (Oct. 12, 2022) Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) 2nd Class Daniel Ortiz-Cifuentes, left, and Machinists Mate 3rd Class Jetcarl Dela Pena participate in an engineering training team drill aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) in the Gulf of Oman, Oct. 12. Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220512-N-XN177-1056 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 12, 2022) - Gas Turbine System Technician (Electrical) 2nd Class Meaghan Adams, from Arnold, Missouri, conducts maintenance in main machinery room two aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 12, 2022. Tripoli is conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220907-N-XN177-1135 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 7, 2022) - Hull Maintenance Technician Fireman Colin Walsh, from Troutman, North Carolina, prepares to cut a strip of metal aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Sept. 7, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220616-N-UL352-1023 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 16, 2022) Damage Controlman Fireman Lynn Abagatnan, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), records valve numbers, June 16, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 27, 2013) Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Anthony Leblanc, from Beaumont, Texas, performs maintenance on avionics equipment aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz left San Diego for a western Pacific deployment.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Marc Garnsey, 115th Airlift Squadron, California Air National Guard, and Senior Master Sgt. Vergel De Dios conduct pre-flight checks on the Modular Airborne Firefighting System installed in a C-130J Hercules at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 26. MAFFS is capable of dispensing 3,000 gallons of water or fire retardant in under 5 seconds. Wildfires have spread across various parts of Texas and have burned more than 1,000 square miles of land.

220531-N-VF045-1027 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 31, 2022) Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) Logan Buzbee, from Colorado Springs, Colorado, records air pressure aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69). Milius is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

220602-N-DN159-2001 IONIAN SEA (June 2, 2022) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Bryan Vo, from Montgomery, Maryland, operates an arresting gear engine aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 2, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

Culinary Specialist 1st Class Heath Cruse, Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Diego Morado, and Retail Specialist Seaman Jocelynn Alston, left to right, track surface contacts during a Ships Nautical or Otherwise Photographic Interpretation and Examination (SNOOPIE) event aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74) while underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Nov. 17, 2022. 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.

110416-N-RG360-021PACIFIC OCEAN (April 16, 2011) Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Williams Schuyler, from Tuscaloosa, Ala., right, and Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Jason Siani, from Murrieta, Ga., both assigned to Anti-Submarine Helicopter Squadron (HS) 4, repair components of a radar warning system on a helicopter in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is operating in the western Pacific Ocean.

221206-N-ON253-1045PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 06, 2022) Aviation Machinist's Mate 1st Class Shannon Ward, from Greenwood, Miss., removes the cover of an F414 engine case in the jet shop aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is currently underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220914-N-NQ285-1019ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 14, 2022) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Tomas Colon, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), ties a lanyard in the ships pilothouse, Sept. 14, 2022. Ramage is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT) exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

220131-N-EF547-1006 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 31, 2022) Ensign Mallorie Miller, a native of Berrien Springs, Mich., plots a maneuvering solution aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Champlain (CG 57), Jan. 31, 2022. Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Sarah Weinstein)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Lance Orticke (left) and Sgt. Joshua Abbott (right), Fixed-Wing Aircraft Loadmasters with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 234, Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Forces Reserve, finish onloading M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) onto a C-130J Hercules during a HIMARS Rapid Infiltration, also known as a HIRAIN, with Fox Battery, 2nd Battalion, 14th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve during exercise Arctic Edge 2024 at Eielson Air Force, Alaska, Feb. 24, 2024. The HIRAIN training demonstrated Marine Forces Reserves ability to rapidly deploy the HIMARS to meet and deter any threats in any environment, including harsh arctic environments. Arctic Edge 2024 (AE24) is a U.S. Northern Command-led homeland defense exercise demonstrating the U.S. militarys capabilities in extreme cold weather, joint force readiness, and U.S. military commitment to mutual strategic security interests i

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 29, 2022) Sonar Technician (Surface) 3rd Class Chase Wissman, front, from Tampa Bay, Florida, and Gunners Mate 3rd Class Chase Stefaniak, from South Bend, Indiana, conduct maintenance on a surface vessel torpedo tube aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while conducting routine operations in the South China Sea, Sept. 29. Higgins 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.

Coast Guard Cutters - Northland (WMEC 904) - 26-HK-76-69. CGC Northland ops-- Coast Guardsmen talking in control room --051710. Hurricane Katrina

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 27, 2022) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Benjamin Flores, left, from San Francisco, and Logistics Specialist 2nd Class June Jimenez, from West Palm Beach, Florida, execute fiscal year financial close outs in the supply support office aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while conducting routine operations in the South China Sea, Sept. 27. Higgins 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.

230627-N-ML799-1043 SAN DIEGO (June 27, 2023) - Seaman Antonio Garcia, from Tucson, Arizona, paints a bulkhead aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) as part of a systematic procedure to address shipboard preservation during the ships maintenance availability June 27. Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego.

221109-N-IX644-2051 ADRIATIC SEA (Nov. 9, 2022) Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Chris Java, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), injects lubricant into an axel, Nov. 9, 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.

220523-N-TT639-1055 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 23, 2022) - Intelligence Specialist 3rd Class Kaylyn Hauser, from Asheville, North Carolina, left, practices tourniquet application with Intelligence Specialist 3rd Class Jasmine Klawitter, from Redgranite, Wisconsin, during a tactical combat casualty care training aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 23, 2022. Tripoli is conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 9, 2016) Petty Officer 1st Class Christopher Yuil, assigned to the forward-deployed Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52), relays a message to a repair locker fire-fighting team during a general quarters drill as a part of Keen Sword 17 (KS17). KS17 is a biennial, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff-directed, U.S. Pacific Command-sponsored Field Training Exercise (FTX). KS17 is designed to meet mutual defense objectives by increasing combat readiness and interoperability between Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) and U.S. Forces. Barry is on patrol with Carrier Strike Group Five (CSG 5) in the Philippine Sea supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

220626-N-TC847-1023 ATLANTIC OCEAN (JUNE 26, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) transport a simulated patient during a mass casualty drill, June 26, 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 6, 2022) Yeoman 1st Class Jacob Miller, from Atlanta, uses the ships internal voice communication system to communicate with the bridge aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) during a replenishment-at-sea with the Henry J. Kaiser-class underway 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.

221001-N-ON253-1013 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 01, 2022) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Michael Urrutia, from Anchorage, Ala., refills self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) bottles in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is currently underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

221018-N-CM110-1204 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 18, 2022) - Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Hugo Andrew ZavalaGutierrez, from San Jacinto, California, performs a backwards baton strike during a security reaction force class aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 18, 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.

191129-N-TI693-1093ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 29, 2019) Electricians Mate Michael Long, from North Arlington, New Jersey, stands watch as the electric plant control counsel operator during a general quarters drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) as part of the U.K.-led Flag Officer Sea Training (FOST), Nov. 29, 2019. FOSTs training is designed to prepare all types of navy vessels and auxiliaries for peacetime, peace support, and warfighting operations. Carney, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its seventh patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners as well as U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa.

POLARIS POINT, Guam (July 5, 2022) - Electronics Technician 3rd Class Jarrett Burden, assigned to repair department aboard the submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39), conducts maintenance and operational testing of a periscope aboard Emory S. Land. 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.

220801-N-YQ181-1015 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 1, 2022) Aerographers Mate Airman Apprentice Melvin Thimlar, left, from Middlebury, Indiana, and Logistics Specialist Seaman Joshua Rivera, from Midlothian, Virginia, conduct maintenance on an air tight door in the hangar bay of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) while underway in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 1. Ronald Reagans tiger teams are tasked with ensuring the material condition readiness of every door, hatch, scuttle, ladder well, and battle lantern aboard the ship. 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.

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