SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 1, 2018) Sailors and Marines man the rails as the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) passes under the Golden Gate Bridge while arriving for San Francisco Fleet Week, which provides an opportunity for the public to meet their U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Fleet Week San Francisco will highlight naval personnel, equipment, technology and capabilities, with an emphasis on humanitarian assistance and disaster response. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacob A. Farbo)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 28, 2018) An MV-22B Osprey assigned to the "Purple Foxes” of Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 364 lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Bonhomme Richard is operating in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cosmo Walrath)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 26, 2018) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Tanner Brown, from Prescott Valley, Ariz., assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23, maintains communications with the pilot of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during a vertical replenishment-at-sea with the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gavin Shields)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 27, 2018) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class James Bennett, from Jackson, Miss., signals line handlers in the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) during well deck operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cosmo Walrath)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 27, 2018) Marines, assigned to the 1st Radio Battalion, 1st Marine Division, debark a landing craft utility (LCU) in the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Hector Carrera)
NORTH ATLANTIC (Sept. 29, 2018) Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Valentina Vergara, assigned to the "Rooks" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137, scoops waffle batter during brunch on the aft mess decks aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Currently operating in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, Harry S. Truman will continue to foster cooperation with regional allies and partners, strengthen regional stability, and remain vigilant, agile and dynamic. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adelola Tinubu/Released)
NORTH ATLANTIC (Sept. 27, 2018) Pilots assigned to the “Fighting Checkmates” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211, prepare for launch on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Gooley/Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Sept. 28, 2018) Chief Boatswain’s Mate Jose Rangel presents an enlisted surface warfare specialist pin to Seaman Samantha Braband aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) Sept. 28, 2018. Carney, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its fifth 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Sept. 28, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) transits the Mediterranean Sea as the ship participates in a smart defense exercise (SMARTEX) led by Spain Sept. 28, 2018. SMARTEX is a NATO initiative designed to enhance interoperability and training between participating countries. Carney, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its fifth 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan U. Kledzik/Released)
NORTH ATLANTIC (Sept. 28, 2018) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Juan Arciniega directs aircraft on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Currently operating in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, Harry S. Truman will continue to foster cooperation with regional allies and partners, strengthen regional stability, and remain vigilant, agile and dynamic. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adelola Tinubu/Released)
I know, you'd be happy with the pancakes, but I'd like the eggs and bacon too! my wife and daughters eat just pancakes?? (when they do), the girls like bacon, but don't always fix the bacon and eggs, in my opinion the best part, the pancakes are just the desert!
SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 2, 2018) The Independence–variant littoral combat ship USS Manchester (LCS 14) approaches the pier while arriving for San Francisco Fleet Week 2018. San Francisco Fleet Week is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's 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 San Francisco and its surrounding areas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Travis S. Alston /Released)
SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 2, 2018) Sailors assigned to Beach Master Unit 1, await the arrival of landing craft utility 1646 during the annual Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) exercise at San Francisco Fleet Week 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas Burgains/Released)
SANTA RITA, Guam (Oct. 1, 2018) Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5 participate in a closed-circuit rebreather certification course onboard Naval Base Guam. EODMU-5 conducts counter improvised explosive device operations, renders safe explosive hazards, and disarms underwater explosives. EODMU-5 is assigned to Commander, Task Force 75, the primary expeditionary task force responsible for the planning and execution of coastal riverine operations, explosive ordnance disposal, diving engineering and construction, and underwater construction in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kory Alsberry/Released)
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 30, 2018) Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Keelan Freedman, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, performs maintenance on an MH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter in the hangar bay of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp. Wasp, flagship of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sean Galbreath)
SAN FRANCISCO (Sept. 30, 2018) The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) transits under the Golden Gate Bridge while arriving to participate in San Francisco Fleet Week 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Travis S. Alston /Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 2, 2018) Gunner’s Mate 3rd Class Andria Steele completes maintenance on a Mark 54 torpedo aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81), Oct. 1, 2018. Winston S. Churchill, homeported at Naval Station Norfolk, is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Evan Thompson/Released)
181002-N-AV754-0029 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Oct. 2, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) test fires a torpedo launcher, Oct. 1, 2018. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Evan Thompson/Released)
NORTH SEA (Oct. 1, 2018) A C-2A Greyhound, assigned to the “Rawhides” of Fleet Logistic Support Squadron (VRC) 40, lands aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Currently operating in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, Harry S. Truman will continue to foster cooperation with regional allies and partners, strengthen regional stability, and remain vigilant, agile and dynamic. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Gooley/Released)
NORTH SEA (Oct. 1, 2018) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Adrian Palmer cuts chicken during a cooking competition in a galley aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Joseph A.D. Phillips/Released)
NORTH SEA (Oct. 1, 2018) Culinary Specialist Seaman Apprentice Nicole Hartman chops lettuce during a cooking competition aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Joseph A.D. Phillips/Released)
NORTH SEA (Oct. 3, 2018) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the “Red Rippers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, lands aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Currently operating in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, Harry S. Truman will continue to foster cooperation with regional allies and partners, strengthen regional stability, and remain vigilant, agile and dynamic. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Gooley/Released)
NORTH SEA (Oct. 3, 2018) A pilot, assigned to the "Dragon Slayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, prepares for his flight on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Gooley/Released)
NORTH SEA (Oct. 3, 2018) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Ryan Vue secures the catapult before the flight deck is cleared for landing aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Gooley/Released)
NORTH SEA (Oct. 3, 2018) Sailors participate in flight operations on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Gooley/Released)
NORTH SEA (Oct. 2, 2018) Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Laricia Kays, assigned to the “Fighting Checkmates” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211, performs maintenance on aviation ordnance aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adelola Tinubu/Released)
PORTSMOUTH, England (Oct. 6, 2018) Information Systems Technician James Benthall salutes the national ensign during morning colors on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) after its arrival off the coast of Portsmouth, England for a regularly scheduled port visit Oct. 6.. Currently operating in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations, Harry S. Truman will continue to foster cooperation with regional allies and partners, strengthen regional stability, and remain vigilant, agile and dynamic. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Maxwell Higgins/Released)
PORTSMOUTH, England (Oct. 6, 2018) Sailors stand watch on a weather deck as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) makes its approach off the coast of Portsmouth, England for a regularly scheduled port visit Oct. 6.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Gooley/Released)
PORTSMOUTH, England (Oct. 6, 2018) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) drops anchor off the coast of Portsmouth, England on Oct. 6 for a regularly scheduled port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Lyndsi Gutierrez/Released)
PORTSMOUTH, England (Oct. 6, 2018) Seaman Gabriela Avila handles line on the fantail aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adelola Tinubu/Released)
PORTSMOUTH, England (Oct. 6, 2018) USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Commanding Officer, Capt. Nicholas Dienna speaks with media on the flight deck after the ship arrived in Portsmouth, England for a regularly scheduled port visit Oct. 6.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Gooley/Released)