Photos United States Navy

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200102-N-CR843-0005 by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, on Flickr

200102-N-CR843-0004 by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, on Flickr

KEFLAVIK, Iceland (Jan. 02, 2020) P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 are parked on the apron of Keflavik Air Base following a snow storm, Jan. 02, 2020. VP-4 is forward deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations, headquartered in Naples, Italy and is conducting operations often in concert with joint, allied and interagency partners in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Aircrew Survival Equipmentman Airman Apprentice Amariv Perez)

200104-N-CR843-0014 by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, on Flickr

KEFLAVIK, Iceland (Jan. 04, 2020) Sailors assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 perform routine maintenance on a squadron P-8A Poseidon aircraft on the apron of Keflavik Air Base following an anti-submarine warfare mission over the Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 04, 2020.(U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Ryan McFeely)

200103-N-CR843-0004 by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, on Flickr

KEFLAVIK, Iceland (Jan. 03, 2020) Sailors assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 shovel snow away from the port engine of a squadron P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft on the the apron of Keflavik Air Base, Jan. 03, 2020. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Ryan McFeely)

200102-N-CR843-0008 by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, on Flickr

KEFLAVIK, Iceland (Jan. 02, 2020) Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Cody Forrester, assigned to the Skinny Dragons of Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 takes a pause from routine maintenance while awaiting for weather conditions to improve on Keflavik Air Base, Jan. 02, 2020. (U.S. Navy photo by Aircrew Survival Equipmentman Airman Apprentice Amariv Perez)

 

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EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 15, 2020) An F-35B Lightning II assigned to the "Green Knights" of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) lands on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st MEU team, 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 stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Vance Hand)



EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 14, 2020) Sailors tow an F-35B Lightning II assigned to the "Green Knights" of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jonathan Berlier)



EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 15, 2020) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Sabrina Bales, from Harper, Texas, signals an F-35B Lightning II assigned to the "Green Knights" of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) to take off from the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Vance Hand)



EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 14, 2020) An F-35B Lightning II assigned to the "Green Knights" of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) takes off from the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jonathan Berlier)

 

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A Sailor fires an M240 machine gun during a crew served weapons qualification aboard USS Carney (DDG 64), Jan. 11, 2020. by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

A Sailor stands watch on the port bridge wing aboard USS Carney (DDG 64), Jan. 7, 2020. by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

A Seaman searches for air and surface contacts while standing lookout on the O-10 level of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

An F/A-18E Super Hornet lines up on a catapult on the flight deck while an E-2D Hawkeye takes off from the flight deck of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

USS America (LHA 6) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force amphibious transport dock ship JS Kunisaki (LST 4003) operate together in the East China Sea. by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

 

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USS Gerald R Ford (CVN 78) is at sea conducting Aircraft Compatibility Testing of the E-2D Hawkeye



ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2020) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Sidney Gutierrez, from Miami, assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department, signals while directing an E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20, during flight operations. Ford is currently conducting Aircraft Compatibility Testing to further test its Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch Systems (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean Elliott)



ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2020) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department direct an E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20, on Ford's flight deck during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesus O. Aguiar)



ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2020) Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department chock and chain an E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20, on Ford's flight deck during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesus O. Aguiar)



ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2020) Sailors offload an MH-60S Sea Hawk Helicopter, assigned to the "Tridents" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9, on USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesus O. Aguiar)



ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2020) Sailors assigned to the "Tridents" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9, chock and chain an MH-60S Sea Hawk Helicopter on USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean Elliott)

 

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EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 17, 2020) F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st MEU team, 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 stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jonathan Berlier)



EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 15, 2020) Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) move an F-35B Lightning II assigned to the “Dragons” of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced) on the flight deck. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jonathan Berlier)





NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 13, 2019) - Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) watch as a landing craft, air cushion (LCAC), assigned to the Amphibious Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4, enters the well deck, Dec. 13, 2019. Bataan is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lenny Weston)

 

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SANTA RITA, Guam (Jan. 16, 2020) Builder 2nd Class Brock Farmer, assigned to Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 2 Construction Dive Detachment Charlie (CDD/C), sets up his emergency gas supply (EGS) harness. The Seabee divers of CDD/C are performing maintenance on navigational buoys in the harbor at Naval Base Guam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Omar-Kareem L. Powell / Released)



SANTA RITA, Guam (Jan. 16, 2020) Builder 2nd Class Brock Farmer, assigned to Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 2 Construction Dive Detachment Charlie (CDD/C), puts on his dive fins. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Omar-Kareem L. Powell / Released)



SANTA RITA, Guam (Jan. 16, 2020) Equipment Operator 3rd Class Christopher Moreno (left) and Construction Mechanic 2nd Class Gregory Lewis (right), assigned to Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 2 Construction Dive Detachment Charlie (CDD/C), inspects the diver for leaks with soapy water. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Omar-Kareem L. Powell / Released)



SANTA RITA, Guam (Jan. 16, 2020) Construction Mechanic 2nd Class Gregory Lewis, assigned to Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 2 Construction Dive Detachment Charlie (CDD/C), leaps into the water.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Omar-Kareem L. Powell / Released)



SANTA RITA, Guam (Jan. 16, 2020) Construction Mechanic 2nd Class Gregory Lewis, assigned to Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 2 Construction Dive Detachment Charlie (CDD/C), gives the okay sign to his team on the dive support boat prior to commencing a dive. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Omar-Kareem L. Powell / Released)

 

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 17, 2020)Various Naval aircraft assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 conduct flight operations aboard USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) flight deck during. Gerald R Ford is currently conducting Aircraft Compatibility Testing to further test its Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch Systems (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG). (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ruben Reed & Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan Carter)

 

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(Jan. 17, 2020) Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Cornelius Sammons, from Chapel Hill, Texas, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), says goodbye to his children before going on deployment at Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, Jan. 17, 2020. The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kaylianna Genier)



San Diego (Jan. 17, 2020) Vice Adm. Chip Miller, left, commander of Naval Air Forces, and Capt. Peter Riebe, executive officer of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), walk across the officer’s brow Jan. 17, 2020. The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group is on a schedule deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alexander Williams)



SAN DIEGO (Jan. 17, 2020) Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), right, man the rails and render honors to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) as it is pulled out of its berth in the port of San Diego for deployment.Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jason Waite





SAN DIEGO (Jan. 17, 2020) The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelts leaves its San Diego homeport Jan. 17, 2020. The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dylan Lavin)

 

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BD your pix are always top shelf, thank you for your contribution.

Go Navy!

 

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Petty Officer 2nd Class Gregory Lewis gives the OK sign prior to a dive in Santa Rita, Guam, Jan. 16, 2020. Divers performed maintenance on navigational buoys in the harbour at Naval Base Guam.

 

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Navy Will Name A Future Ford Class Aircraft Carrier After WWII Hero Doris Miller

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Acting Secretary of the Navy Thomas B. Modly will name a future Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier in honor of World War II hero Ship’s Cook Third Class Doris Miller during a ceremony in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Jan. 20.

The announcement will be made at a Martin Luther King Jr. Day ceremony, highlighting the contributions of African Americans to the greatest generation.

This will be the second ship named in honor of Miller, and the first aircraft carrier ever named for an African American. This will also be the first aircraft carrier to be named in honor of a Sailor for actions while serving in the enlisted ranks.

“In selecting this name, we honor the contributions of all our enlisted ranks, past and present, men and women, of every race, religion and background,” said Modly. “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. observed, ‘Everybody can be great - because anybody can serve’. No one understands the importance and true meaning of service than those who have volunteered to put the needs of others above themselves.”

On Dec. 7, 1941, Miller was collecting laundry on the battleship West Virginia (BB-48), when the attack from Japanese forces commenced. When the alarm for general quarters sounded he headed for his battle station, an anti-aircraft battery magazine, only to discover that torpedo damage had wrecked it. Miller was ordered to the ship’s bridge to aid the mortally wounded commanding officer, and subsequently manned a .50 caliber Browning anti-aircraft machine gun until he ran out of ammunition. Miller then helped move many other injured Sailors as the ship was ordered abandoned due to her own fires and flaming oil floating down from the destroyed Arizona (BB-33). West Virginia lost 150 of its 1,500 person crew.

Miller’s actions during the attack earned him a commendation from then Secretary of the Navy Frank Knox and the Navy Cross, which was presented to him personally by Adm. Chester Nimitz, commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet at the time.

Nimitz stated: this marks the first time in this conflict that such high tribute has been made in the Pacific Fleet to a member of his race and I'm sure the future will see others similarly honored for brave acts.

“Doris Miller stood for everything that is good about our nation, and his story deserves to be remembered and repeated wherever our people continue the watch today,” said Modly.

In 1943, Miller died aboard USS Liscome Bay (CVE 56) when the ship was hit by a torpedo and sank off Butaritari Atoll in the Gilbert Islands.

The future USS Doris Miller and other Ford-class carriers will be the premier forward asset for crisis response and humanitarian relief, and early decisive striking power in a major combat operations. The aircraft carrier and the carrier strike group will provide forward presence, rapid response, endurance on station, and multi-mission capability throughout its 50-year service life.

For more information about Doris Miller, visit https://www.history.navy.mil/research/histories/biographies-list/bios-m/miller-doris.html

USS Doris Miller by U.S. Pacific Fleet, on Flickr

 

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USS Doris Miller by U.S. Pacific Fleet, on Flickr



PEARL HARBOR (Jan. 19, 2020) Acting Secretary of the Navy Thomas B. Modly speaks with family members of World War II hero Doris “Dorie” Miller during a boat tour of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Modly will name a future Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier in honor of Miller during a ceremony in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii on Martin Luther King Day. This will be the second ship named in honor of Miller, and the first aircraft carrier ever named for an African American and an enlisted Sailor. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Alexander C. Kubitza/Released)



PEARL HARBOR (Jan. 19, 2020) Family members of World War II hero Doris “Dorie” Miller throw flowers during a floral tribute at the USS Arizona Memorial, while on a boat tour of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Acting Secretary of the Navy Thomas B. Modly will name a future Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier in honor of Miller during a ceremony in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii on Martin Luther King Day. This will be the second ship named in honor of Miller, and the first aircraft carrier ever named for an African American and an enlisted Sailor. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Alexander C. Kubitza/Released)

 

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Navy Will Name A Future Ford Class Aircraft Carrier After WWII Hero Doris Miller

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Acting Secretary of the Navy Thomas B. Modly will name a future Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier in honor of World War II hero Ship’s Cook Third Class Doris Miller during a ceremony in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Jan. 20.

The announcement will be made at a Martin Luther King Jr. Day ceremony, highlighting the contributions of African Americans to the greatest generation.

This will be the second ship named in honor of Miller, and the first aircraft carrier ever named for an African American. This will also be the first aircraft carrier to be named in honor of a Sailor for actions while serving in the enlisted ranks.

“In selecting this name, we honor the contributions of all our enlisted ranks, past and present, men and women, of every race, religion and background,” said Modly. “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. observed, ‘Everybody can be great - because anybody can serve’. No one understands the importance and true meaning of service than those who have volunteered to put the needs of others above themselves.”

On Dec. 7, 1941, Miller was collecting laundry on the battleship West Virginia (BB-48), when the attack from Japanese forces commenced. When the alarm for general quarters sounded he headed for his battle station, an anti-aircraft battery magazine, only to discover that torpedo damage had wrecked it. Miller was ordered to the ship’s bridge to aid the mortally wounded commanding officer, and subsequently manned a .50 caliber Browning anti-aircraft machine gun until he ran out of ammunition. Miller then helped move many other injured Sailors as the ship was ordered abandoned due to her own fires and flaming oil floating down from the destroyed Arizona (BB-33). West Virginia lost 150 of its 1,500 person crew.

Miller’s actions during the attack earned him a commendation from then Secretary of the Navy Frank Knox and the Navy Cross, which was presented to him personally by Adm. Chester Nimitz, commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet at the time.

Nimitz stated: this marks the first time in this conflict that such high tribute has been made in the Pacific Fleet to a member of his race and I'm sure the future will see others similarly honored for brave acts.

“Doris Miller stood for everything that is good about our nation, and his story deserves to be remembered and repeated wherever our people continue the watch today,” said Modly.

In 1943, Miller died aboard USS Liscome Bay (CVE 56) when the ship was hit by a torpedo and sank off Butaritari Atoll in the Gilbert Islands.

The future USS Doris Miller and other Ford-class carriers will be the premier forward asset for crisis response and humanitarian relief, and early decisive striking power in a major combat operations. The aircraft carrier and the carrier strike group will provide forward presence, rapid response, endurance on station, and multi-mission capability throughout its 50-year service life.

For more information about Doris Miller, visit https://www.history.navy.mil/research/histories/biographies-list/bios-m/miller-doris.html

USS Doris Miller by U.S. Pacific Fleet, on Flickr

Well deserved, but aren't destroyers usually named after navy heros?

 

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Well deserved, but aren't destroyers usually named after navy heros?

Yes, DDGs are normally named after MOH & Navy Cross heros. The Secretary of the US Navy is the person responsible for naming ships.

 

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Sailors return from the sea...



SAN DIEGO (Jan. 20, 2020) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the San Diego Bay. Lincoln returns to Naval Air Station North Island after a ten-month deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th, 5th, and 7th Fleet areas of operation. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Danielle A. Baker (Released)



SAN DIEGO (Jan. 20, 2020) A young boy watches as U.S. Sailors man-the-rails aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nick Bauer(Released)



SAN DIEGO (Jan. 20, 2020) Family and friends hold signs to welcome home Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Danielle A. Baker (Released)



SAN DIEGO (Jan. 20, 2020) Air Traffic Controller 2nd Class Michael Sikorsky, from Helena, Montana, meets his daughter for the first time as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) completes it's homeport shift to Naval Air Station North Island (NASNI).U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nick Bauer (Released)



SAN DIEGO (Jan. 20, 2020) Middle, Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Seaman Tyler Morris, from Paradise, Calif., reunites with his family during the homecoming of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Danielle A. Baker (Released)

All members and guest feel free to re-post photos I post anywhere online.

 

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200110-A-BP481-1036 ARABIAN GULF (Jan. 10, 2020) Electronic’s Technician 1st Class Robert Bertoni uses the alidade to help navigate the coastal patrol ship USS Tempest (PC2)

200109-A-BP481-1245 ARABIAN GULF (Jan. 9, 2020) The coastal patrol ship USS Tempest (PC2) patrols the waters of the Arabian Gulf to promote freedom of commerce.

 

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Landing signal officers help land a T-45 Goshawk on the flight deck of USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78). by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

Family members of World War II hero Doris “Dorie” Miller react after the unveiling of the new Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Doris Miller (CVN 81) at a Martin Luther King Day celebration event at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

Sailors operate the arresting gear as an E/A 18G Growler prepares to land on the flight deck of USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

A Sailor hugs his family on the pier in front of USS Kidd (DDG 100), Jan. 17, 2020 prior to deployment by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

A Sailor stands watch during a presence patrol in the Arabian Gulf, Jan. 6, 2020. by Official U.S. Navy Page, on Flickr

 

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The maiden flight of the first CMV-22B Osprey took place in Amarillo, Texas.

 

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EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 21, 2020) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the “Warlords” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 conducts a vertical replenishment with the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG 67). Shiloh is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chanel L. Turner)



EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 20, 2020) Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Justin A. Walker signals an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the “Warlords” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 during a vertical replenishment aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG 67). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chanel L. Turner)



EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 19, 2020) Chief Damage Controlman Brandon E. Gregrow, left, trains Fireman Savannah F. Hennecy on self-contained breathing apparatuses while participating in a damage control drill aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG 67). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chanel L. Turner)



A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 28th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron over Afghanistan, Jan. 14, 2020. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Bethany E. La Ville)



A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet flies over Afghanistan, Jan. 14, 2020. U.S. Air Forces Central Command, conducts operations to deter adversaries and demonstrate support for allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Bethany E. La Ville)

 

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200121-N-DA737-0043 by U.S. Pacific Fleet, on Flickr

EVERETT, Wash. (Jan 21, 2020) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) man the rails as the ship returns to its homeport of Naval Station Everett (NSE). Gridley returned to NSE following an independent deployment to the U.S. 2nd and 6th Fleet areas of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Jiang/Released)

200121-N-YQ383-1121 by U.S. Pacific Fleet, on Flickr

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 21, 2020) Chief Aviation Electrician’s Mate Aaron M. Plumb, from Ashburn, Va., and Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Joshua K. McWilliams, from Ripley, Tenn., inspect the cavity of a leading-edge flap on an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the “Blue Diamonds” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146 in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Jan. 21, 2020. The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brandon Richardson)

200121-N-YM543-240 by U.S. Pacific Fleet, on Flickr

SAGAMI BAY, Japan (Jan. 21, 2020) - Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Stephanie Huff, from Traverse City, Michigan, and Yeoman 3rd Class Charmaine Dalusung, from Pampanga,Republic of the Philippines, direct the launch of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the "Golden Falcons" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12 from the flight deck of U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dylan McKay)

200120-N-ML755-2508 by U.S. Pacific Fleet, on Flickr

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2020) Chief Gunner’s Mate Bryce Sprunk, from San Diego, fires an M2 machine gun during a weapons qualification aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) Jan. 20, 2020. Paul Hamilton, part of the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew F. Jackson

200118-N-VF045-1039 by U.S. Pacific Fleet, on Flickr

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2020) An F-35C Lightning II from the “Rough Raiders” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 125 performs a touch and go landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is currently underway conducting routine operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class James Hong)