Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 29, 2011) A Close-In Weapons System is tested aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island is underway conducting drills and training in preparation for its first deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Fairbanks/Released)

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Jan. 28, 2011) Sailors assigned to Riverine Squadron (RIVRON) 2, explain their capabilities and mission to members of NATO reserve force during a tour of Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC). The NATO personnel visited NECC to meet with Sailors from the expeditionary community and see how NECC incorporates reservists into the expeditionary force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Paul D. Williams/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 31, 2011) An MK-214 seduction chaff canister is fired during a test exercise aboard the amphibious command ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20). Mount Whitney is the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship homeported in Gaeta, Italy, and operates with a hybrid crew of U.S. Sailors and Military Sealift Command civil service mariners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stephen Oleksiak/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 26, 2011) The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195) is in heavy seas as it prepares for an underway replenishment. Truxtun is conducting a composite training unit exercise as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group to prepare for an upcoming combat deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Richard J. Stevens/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 27, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) maneuvers through a turn while underway in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Capt. Lee Apsley/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Feb. 1, 2011) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Reuben James (FFG 57) man the rails as the ship departs for deployment. Reuben James is scheduled to conduct integrated operations with coalition partners deployed in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mark Logico/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 1, 2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Island Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 lands aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). Essex is part of the forward-deployed Essex Amphibious Ready Group on patrol in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adam M. Bennett/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN, (Feb. 2, 2011) An E-2D Advanced Hawkeye assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20 makes its first carrier takeoff aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). The "D" model is aboard Harry S. Truman for carrier suitability testing before delivery to the fleet. Harry S. Truman is supporting fleet replacement squadron carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Donald White Jr./Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 1, 2011) An E-2D Advanced Hawkeye assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 20 makes its first takeoff from an aircraft carrier. The "D" model is aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) for carrier suitability testing before delivery to the fleet. Harry S. Truman is supporting fleet replacement squadron carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Dusan Ilic/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 28, 2011) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Jason Shaw, left, and Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Sean T. Selph, inspect the MK-38, model 2, 25mm machine gun mount aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86). Shoup is part of the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeremiah Mills/Released)

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COVENAS, Colombia (January 31, 2011) Colombian marines prepare to disembark Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) to continue on with Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). A-SPS 11 will facilitate close coordination and communication between regional partners' civil and maritime services, resulting in strengthened cooperative partnerships. (US Army Photo by Private 1st Class Lorraine S. Mendoza)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 31, 2011) Aviation Electrician's Mate Airman Joel Blodgett, a plane captain assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2, relays pre-flight check signals between Rear Adm. Mark D. Guadagnini, commander of the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, and a maintenance crew. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 27, 2011) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) prepare to receive supplies from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7). Rainier is supporting the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, which is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Capt. Lee Apsley/Released)

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JOHN C. STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Miss. (Aug. 4, 2009) Romanian Navy Chief of Staff Adm. Gheorge Marin fires an M-240B machine gun during a visit to the Naval Small Craft Instruction and Technical Training School. Marin is the Romanian military equivalent to the U.S. chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Kathryn Whittenberger/Released)

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NORFOLK (July 20, 2009) Engineman 2nd Class Robert Bender, assigned to the Riverine Squadron (RIVRON) 1 security team, provides security for the extraction of a suspected insurgent from his hiding place to a riverine patrol boat during a simulated raid. One of the many capabilities of a Riverine security team is to find, capture and extract persons in a maritime environment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Paul D. Williams /Released)

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FORT KNOX, Ky. (Aug. 11, 2008) Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewmen assigned to Special Boat Team 22 (SBT-22) conduct live-fire immediate action drills at the riverine training range at Ft. Knox. SBT-22 operates the special operations craft-riverine and is the only U.S. special operations command dedicated to operating in the riverine environment. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Kathryn Whittenberger/Released)

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FT. KNOX, Ky. (Aug. 25, 2007) - A Special Warfare Combatant-craft crewman (SWCC) mans his GAU-17 minigun during live-fire patrol training along the Salt River in northern Kentucky. SWCCs attached to Special Boat Team 22 (SBT-22) from Stennis, Miss., employ the Special Operations Craft Riverine (SOC-R), which is specifically designed for the clandestine insertion and extraction of U.S. Navy SEALs and other special operations forces along shallow waterways and open water environments. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jayme Pastoric (RELEASED)

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FT. KNOX, Ky. (Aug. 25, 2007) - A Special Warfare Combatant-craft crewman (SWCC) mans his GAU-17 minigun during live-fire patrol training along the Salt River in northern Kentucky. SWCCs attached to Special Boat Team 22 (SBT-22) from Stennis, Miss., employ the Special Operations Craft Riverine (SOC-R), which is specifically designed for the clandestine insertion and extraction of U.S. Navy SEALs and other special operations forces along shallow waterways and open water environments. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jayme Pastoric (RELEASED)

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Fort Pickett, Va. (Jan. 23, 2007) - Sailors assigned to Riverine Squadron One (RIVRON-1) participate in a combat evolution, during a unit level training exercise. RIVRON-1 is part of the newly formed Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC). NECC integrates all warfighting requirements for expeditionary combat and combat support elements. This transformation allows for standardized training, manning and equipping of Sailors who will participate in the global war on terrorism as part of the joint force. It also results in more capable, responsive and effective expeditionary Sailors. U.S. Navy photo (RELEASED)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 3, 2011) Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Jeffrey Campbell, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, times a linkless ammunition loading system during an ordnance exercise aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher K. Hwang/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 3, 2011) Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Ablam Agoudavi and Aviation Electrician's Mate 3rd Class Jason Correll, both assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, perform pre-flight inspections on an F/A-18C Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher K. Hwang/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 3, 2011) Sailors assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25 enjoy a break inside the squadron electrical shop aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Travis K. Mendoza/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 3, 2011) Aircrew Survival Equipmentman Airman Alan Cardinez, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25, makes his last checks on a pilot's helmet, equipped with night vision goggles, inside the squadron paraloft aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Travis K. Mendoza/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 2, 2011) Skiffs being towed by a suspected pirate mothership are destroyed by weapons fire from the guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) after Momsen disrupted an attack on a commercial oil tanker in the Arabian Sea. Momsen and the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 54) came to the aid of the merchant vessel simultaneously in a coordinated rescue and assist effort after receiving a distress call. Momsen and Bunker Hill are deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Chief Hull Maintenance Technician John Parkin/Released)

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SEPANGAR, Malaysia (Jan. 28, 2011) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Aron Miltenberger, assigned to the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), stands watch of Sepangar Bay. Frank Cable conducts maintenance and support of submarines and surface vessels deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Corey Hensley/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 2, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Daniel Rawson, from Orange, Calif., assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), kisses his daughter before departing for a deployment. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting joint task force exercises before a deployment to the western Pacific Ocean and U.S. Central Command areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kyle Carlstrom/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 2, 2011) Sailors and Marines assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 14 prepare to man the rails before departing San Diego. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting joint task force exercises before deploying to the western Pacific Ocean and the U.S. Central Command areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexander Tidd/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 2, 2011) Sailors and Marines assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 14 man the rails as the ship departs San Diego. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexander Tidd/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 2, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate Airman Heath R. Johnson removes a grounding gear from an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft assigned to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 542 aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD2). Essex is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group on patrol in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Casey H. Kyhl/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 1, 2011) Sailors assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81 handle an AIM-9X Sidewinder air-to-air missile aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher K. Hwang/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 1, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Nickelous Burgess, left, and Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Keaton Smith load 20 mm ammunition into an the M61A2 machine gun of an F/A-18E Hornet strike fighter aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher K. Hwang/Released)

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CAMP SHELBY, Miss. (Jan. 21, 2011) Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 133 man an M240B 7.62 mm machine gun in their fighting position during a field training exercise. The assembly and disassembly of the bridge was one of many construction projects completed during the exercise, where the battalion trained and was evaluated on defensive operations and completion of construction projects in a tactical environment. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Ryan C. Delcore/Released)

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GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 7, 2011) Amphibious assault vehicles depart the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) during a Cobra Gold 2011 amphibious training operation. Cobra Gold is a joint military exercise involving amphibious operations, artillery training, tactical interoperability exercises and community service projects for the U.S. and host country military. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Geronimo C. Aquino/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 7, 2011) Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Andrew Gaither, assigned to the Dragonslayers of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 11, performs preventative maintenance on a Sea Hawk helicopter aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jared M. King/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 2, 2011) An E-2C Hawkeye assigned to Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 116, embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is in flight. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Toby Rollenhagen/Released)

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KINGS BAY, Ga. (Feb. 4, 2011) Line handlers assigned to the ballistic-missile submarine USS Maryland (SSBN 738) toss a heaving ball to members of the mooring division from the Trident Refit Facility to moor at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James Kimber/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 6, 2011) Landing signal officers aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) guide an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Thunderbolts of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 251 to an arrested landing. Enterprise is deployed as part of Enterprise Carrier Strike Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jesse L. Gonzalez/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 5, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Rene Reyes, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31, inspects an M61A-2 Vulcan cannon inside the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting a composite training unit exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Leonard Adams/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 5, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57) is underway in the Atlantic Ocean. Mitscher is conducting a composite training unit exercise as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sandi L. Grimnes/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 4, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) performs an underway replenishment with the fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8). Enterprise is deployed as part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alex R. Forster/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 3, 2011) An F/A- 18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Blasters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34 performs a "touch-and-go" pass over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Adam Randolph/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 3, 2011) Aviation Ordnancemen prepare to lower ordnance from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts to establish conditions for regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Colby K. Neal/Released)

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SAN JOSE, Guatemala (Feb. 4, 2011) Equipment Operator 1st Class Jimmy Peterson dances with a student at Escuela Campamento LaBarrita during a project completion ceremony at the school in support of Southern Partnership Station (SPS) 2011. SPS is an annual deployment of U.S. ships to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in the Caribbean and Latin America. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jeffery Tilghman Williams/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 4, 2011) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Eric C. Haymes, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU), fast ropes onto the port aircraft elevator of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). Essex is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group on patrol in the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Casey H. Kyhl/Released)

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RED SEA (Feb. 3, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Adam Chandler cleans the windows of Primary Flight Control aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 2, 2011) Boatswain's Mates 3rd Class Miguel Bravo, left, and Jeff Rashley signal to an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 70 as it lifts off from the guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57). Mitscher is conducting a composite training unit exercise as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group to prepare for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Deven B. King/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 5, 2011) An aircraft director guides an E-2C Hawkeye assigned to Carrier Airborne Early Warning and Control Squadron (VAW) 125 onto the bow catapults aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)

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NEW YORK (Feb. 10, 2011) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Gary Roughead delivers remarks and answers questions during the 32nd Aerospace/Defense Conference in New York. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Tiffini Jones Vanderwyst/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 11, 2011) Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Recruit Teddy Frisby, left, and Aircrew Survival Equipmentman Airman Apprentice Kevin Dwyer, both assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, wash an F/A-18C Hornet on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Rosa A. Arzola/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (Feb. 10, 2011) The Los Angeles-class submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a port visit while en route to Agana, Guam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ronald Gutridge/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2011) Gunner's Mate 1st Class Melissa R. Gibson, right, assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), mans an M240B machine gun while Chief Master-at-Arms Lawrence D. Klein relays information through the ship's phone system during a simulated straits transit exercise. Monterey is conducting a composite training unit exercise as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sandi L. Grimnes/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 10, 2011) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 21 delivers cargo aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during a vertical replenishment at sea. The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 16, 2010) Sailors form 1979-2011 on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA 4), the years the Top Gator has been in service. Nassau is preparing for decommissioning on March 31, 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chris Williamson/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 10, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) arrives in San Diego to participate in the Centennial of Naval Aviation Open House and Parade of Flight at Naval Air Station North Island. The Navy is observing the Centennial of Naval Aviation with a series of events nationwide celebrating 100 years of heritage, progress and achievement in naval aviation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Briana C. Brotzman/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2011) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Drew Iverson directs an SH-60F Sea Hawk helicopter to take off from the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) during nighttime vertical replenishment flight operations training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Fidel C. Hart/Released)

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CHESAPEAKE, Va. (Feb. 2, 2011) Chief Electronics technician Nicholas Howell, left, and Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Sheldon Oga, both assigned to Riverine Squadron (RIVRON) 3, look for a place to insert a ground patrol during a final exam problem exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Paul D. Williams/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2011) Sailors clear an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Cougars of Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron (VAQ) 139 to take off from the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan is conducting a joint task force exercise for an upcoming deployment to the western Pacific region and U.S. Central Command areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rosalie Garcia/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 7, 2011) Information Systems Technician Seaman Erick Martinez covers his teammates during ship's reaction force training aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). The scenario is part of the final exercise during Ship's Reaction Force Bravo training, a force protection primer to prepare Blue Ridge Sailors to react to threats to the ship. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Steven Khor/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 8, 2011) Sailors assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134 prepare an EA-6B Prowler for a mission at sunset aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)

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NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, Md. (Feb. 11, 2011) The U.S. Navy variant of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, the F-35C, conducts a test flight over the Chesapeake Bay. Lt. Cmdr. Eric "Magic" Buus flew the F-35C for two hours, checking instruments that will measure structural loads on the airframe during flight maneuvers. The F-35C is distinct from the F-35A and F-35B variants with larger wing surfaces and reinforced landing gear for greater control when operating in the demanding carrier take-off and landing environment. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy Lockheed Martin/Released)

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The Centennial of Naval Aviation is a historic milestone. From its humble beginning in 1911, the Navy's flight program has grown to become a guardian of freedom for America and its allies. It has succeeded because of the hard work and dedication of men and women who are willing to continually challenge themselves and, if necessary, sacrifice their lives for their country. Many have done so. We honor their memory by celebrating 2011, the Centennial year. The U.S. Naval Aviation program includes three branches of the military: the Navy, the Marine Corps and the Coast Guard. All aviators receive the same rigorous training and meet the same high standards. Mankind's fascination with the possibilities of flight predates Leonardo da Vinci's whimsical drawings...

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SAN DIEGO (Jan. 27, 2011) An E/A-6B Prowler assigned to the Vikings of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129 arrives at Naval Air Station North Island and is positioned next to an E/A-18G Growler, also assigned to the Vikings. The aircraft are painted in a throwback tactical paint scheme (circa 1942), honoring U.S. combat aircraft that fought in the Battle of the Coral Sea during World War II. The specially painted aircraft are part of more than 200 naval aircraft, from pre-World War II to the present, participating in a Parade of Flight over San Diego Bay, kicking off a series of nationwide events celebrating the Centennial of Naval Aviation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph Moon/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2011) An E/A-18G Growler from the "Vikings" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129, based at Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island, Wash., arrives at NAS North Island. The Growler is painted in a throwback three-tone paint scheme (circa 1944), honoring Air Group 85 which operated from USS Shangri-La (CV 34) during World War II. The specially-painted Growler is one of more than 200 naval aircraft, from pre-World War II to the present day, participating in a Parade of Flight over San Diego Bay, kicking off a series of nationwide events celebrating the Centennial of Naval Aviation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Briana C. Brotzman/Released)

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PENSACOLA, Fla. (Jan. 20, 2011) William Johnson, dressed in a vintage uniform, recreates Lt. Cmdr. Henry C. Mustin as he appeared when he arrived in Pensacola 97 years ago to develop the first naval aviation training center on Jan. 20, 1914. Johnson is an employee at the National Museum of Naval Aviation at Naval Air Station Pensacola. The reenactment was part of the air station's kickoff event for the Centennial of Naval Aviation. (U.S. Navy photo by Joy Samsel/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 11th & 12th, 2011) Hundreds of current and historic Navy aircraft are on display at the Naval Air Station North Island flight line to participate in the Centennial of Naval Aviation Open House and Parade of Flight Feb. 12. The Navy is observing the Centennial of Naval Aviation with a series of nationwide events celebrating 100 years of heritage, progress and achievement in naval aviation. (U.S. Navy photos/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 11, 2011) A flight deck handler from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) spots a World War II-era N3N trainer Navy biplane at Naval Air Station North Island. The base is hosting a Centennial of Naval Aviation Open House and Parade of Flight. The Navy is observing the Centennial of Naval Aviation with a series of events nationwide, celebrating 100 years of heritage, progress and achievement in naval aviation. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Dave Nagle/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 12, 2011) An F/A-18 Hornet painted with a Navy Working Uniform color scheme is one of several naval aircraft static displays at the Centennial of Naval Aviation Open House and Parade of Flight at Naval Air Station North Island. The Navy is observing the Centennial of Naval Aviation with a series of nationwide events celebrating 100 years of heritage, progress and achievement in naval aviation. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Dave Nagle/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Feb. 12, 2011) Aviation enthusiasts wearing vintage aviation greens uniforms admire one of the historic naval aircraft static displays at the Centennial of Naval Aviation Open House and Parade of Flight at Naval Air Station North Island. The Navy is observing the Centennial of Naval Aviation with a series of nationwide events celebrating 100 years of heritage, progress and achievement in naval aviation. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Dave Nagle/Released)

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