ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2019) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) fires an SM-3 missile during exercise Formidable Shield 2019. Formidable Shield improves allied interoperability in a live-fire, integrated air and missile defense environment using NATO command and control reporting structures. Nine nations are participating by contributing ships and aircraft, including Canada, Denmark, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Susan Damman)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2019) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) fires the Mk 45 Mod 2 “5-inch” gun during exercise Formidable Shield 19.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Austin Ingram)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 9, 2019) Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Lamar Barnes climbs a ladderwell while investigating for casualties during a general quarters drill aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80). (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Susan Damman)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 9, 2019) - Sonar Technician (Surface) 2nd Class Amy Palmer, from Midland, Texas, performs corrective maintenance on the SLQ-25C torpedo countermeasures system aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) during Formidable Shield, May 9, 2019. Formidable Shield is designed to improve allied interoperability in a live-fire integrated air and missile defense environment, using NATO command and control reporting structures. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Fred Gray IV/Released)
BALTIC SEA (May 9, 2019) Fire Controlman 1st Class David Nunez cleans the barrel of a close-in weapons system during a fresh water wash down aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107). Gravely is underway on a regularly-scheduled deployment as the flagship of Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 to conduct maritime operations and provide a continuous maritime capability for NATO in the northern Atlantic. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mark Andrew Hays/Released)
GULF OF FINLAND (May 10, 2019) The guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) approaches Tallinn, Estonia for a scheduled port visit. Gravely is underway on a regularly-scheduled deployment as the flagship of Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 to conduct maritime operations and provide a continuous maritime capability for NATO in the northern Atlantic. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mark Andrew Hays/Released)
RED SEA (May 10, 2019) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the "Sidewinders" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86 gets ready to launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group (ABECSG) is deployed to U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in order to defend American forces and interests in the region. (US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michael Singley/Released)
RED SEA (May 10, 2019) An F/A18E Super Hornet lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group (ABECSG) is deployed to U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in order to defend American forces and interests in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dan Snow/Released)
RED SEA (May 10, 2019) An F/A-18E Super Hornet launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dan Snow/Released)
RED SEA (May 10, 2019) Aviation Ordnancemen transport a missile aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeff Sherman/Released)
PUERTO PRINCESA, Republic of the Philippines (May 9, 2019) Sailors aboard the Avenger-class mine countermeasure ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9) attach lines from a tug while pulling into Puerto Princesa RP for a scheduled port visit. Pioneer, part of Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response platform for contingency operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Corbin J. Shea)
PUERTO PRINCESA, Republic of the Philippines (May 9, 2019) The Avenger-class mine countermeasure ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9) and her sister ship USS Patriot (MCM 7) pull into Puerto Princesa. Both Pioneer and Patriot, part of Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7, are operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response platform for contingency operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Corbin J. Shea)
PACIFIC OCEAN (May 9, 2019) Seaman Kelly Eskew, from Blanco, Texas, stands the portside lookout watch aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Russell (DDG 59). Russell is conducting routine operations in the Eastern Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alex Corona)
PACIFIC OCEAN (May 9, 2019) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Anthony Guzman, from Garden Grove, Calif., seasons potatoes in the galley of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Russell (DDG 59). Russell is conducting routine operations in the Eastern Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alex Corona)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 11, 2019) - Fire Controlman 1st Class Alexander Perez, from Houston, reloads a phalanx close-in weapons system aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) during Formidable Shield 19, May 11, 2019. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Fred Gray IV/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 9, 2019) U.S. Sailors participate in a 5k run hosted by Morale, Welfare, and Recreation on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) in the Atlantic Ocean, May 10, 2019. The John C. Stennis is operating in the U.S. 2nd Fleet in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in the Atlantic and Arctic in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adora Okafor)
GULF OF ADEN (May 13, 2019) Seaman Ressie Bates, from Shreveport, La., stands aft lookout aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group (ABECSG) is deployed to U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in order to defend American forces and interests in the region. (US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeff Sherman/Released)
GULF OF ADEN (May 13, 2019) Aviation Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Julian Burns (right), from Whittier, Calif., and Aviation Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Zachary Morris, from San Diego, build a spindle for an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the "Griffins" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 79 in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michael Singley/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (May 11, 2019) Marines assigned to 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare to board an MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced) on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Sailors and Marines of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are embarked on USS Boxer (LHD 4) on a regularly-scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jessica Ann Hattell)
RED SEA (May 10, 2019) Sailors launch an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeff Sherman/Released)
CHANGI NAVAL BASE, Singapore (May 14, 2019) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) sits pierside at Changi Naval Base in Singapore. William P. Lawrence is in Singapore participating in the 2019 International Maritime Defense Exhibition (IMDEX). The U.S. Navy has participated in IMDEX for decades to promote multilateral dialogue, enhance security cooperation and support regional stability as part of a free and open Indo-Pacific. IMDEX also provides U.S. Navy participants an opportunity to deepen longstanding friendships with the people and armed forces of Singapore. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Patrick Semales/Released)
BAB AL-MANDEB (May 12, 2019) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Patrick Barry, from St. Louis, observes the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) before landing an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the "Griffins" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 79. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in order to defend American forces and interests in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amber Smalley/Released)
NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (May 13, 2019) The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) pulls into Naval Station Mayport, Fla., May 13, 2019. John C. Stennis is operating in the U.S. 2nd Fleet in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in the Atlantic and Arctic in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Anderson W. Branch/Released)
RED SEA (May 10, 2019) An F/A-18E Super Hornet launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), May 10, 2019 in the Red Sea. . (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dan Snow/Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 26, 2019) Sailors training as part of the visit, board, search and seizure team assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) train with M-4 carbines. Nitze is underway as part of Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group deployment in support of maritime security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th, U.S. 6th and U.S. 7th Fleet areas of operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Madysson Anne Ritter/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (May 11, 2019) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Michael Burns, from Jackson, Miss., assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), signals an MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 as it lands on the flight deck. Sailors and Marines of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are embarked on USS Boxer (LHD 4) on a regularly-scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dale M. Hopkins)
PACIFIC OCEAN (May 6, 2019) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Johnny Snowden, from Atlanta, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), moves an AV-8B Harrier attached to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 214, on the flight deck.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Keypher Strombeck)
PHILIPPINE SEA (May 14, 2019) U.S. Navy Fire Controlman 2nd Class Chelsea Wolsiefer, from Camden, N.C., conducts maintenance on a close-in weapons system aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93). Chung-Hoon is 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 2nd Class Logan C. Kellums)
SOUTH CHINA SEA, (May 8, 2019) Sailors pose for a photo on the weather decks of the Avenger-class mine counter measure ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9) while underway. Pioneer, part of Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7, are operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response platform for contingency operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Alexander Fairbanks)
PACIFIC OCEAN (May 13, 2019) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the “Black Knights” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154, launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) while participating in Exercise Northern Edge 2019. Northern Edge is one in a series of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command exercises in 2019 that prepares joint forces to respond to crisis in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 14, 2019) Aircraft, assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 fly in formation over the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) during an air power demonstration in the Atlantic Ocean, May 14, 2019. John C. Stennis has over 1,000 family members and friends embarked on a tiger cruise following a deployment to the U.S. 3rd, 5th, 6th, and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. John C. Stennis is operating in the U.S. 2nd Fleet in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in the Atlantic and Arctic in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jarrod A. Schad/Released)
GULF OF ALASKA (May 14, 2019) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the “Blue Diamonds” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) while participating in Exercise Northern Edge 2019. Northern Edge is one in a series of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command exercises in 2019 that prepares joint forces to respond to crisis in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Olympia O. McCoy/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2019) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) fires its Mark 45 Mod 2 5-inch gun during exercise Formidable Shield 19. Formidable Shield is designed to improve allied interoperability in a live-fire, integrated air and missile defense environment using NATO command and control reporting structures. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Austin
ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 11, 2019) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) fires an SM-2 missile during exercise Formidable Shield 2019. Formidable Shield is designed to improve allied interoperability in a live-fire, integrated air and missile defense environment using NATO command and control reporting structures. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Susan Damman/Released)
BALTIC SEA (May 14, 2019) Sailors participate in a main space fire drill aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107). Gravely is underway on a scheduled deployment as the flagship of Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 to conduct maritime operations and provide a continuous maritime capability for NATO in the northern Atlantic. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mark Andrew Hays/Released)
ARLINGTON, Va. (May 15, 2019) Interior Communications Electrician 1st Class Nicholas Natelli, U.S. Pacific Fleet Sailor of the Year, and Personnel Specialist 1st Class Angelita Baggoo, Navy Reserve Sailor of the Year, place a wreath near the gravesite of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Delbert Black, the first MCPON, at Arlington National Cemetery during Sailor of the Year (SOY) week. The program was established in 1972 by Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo Zumwalt and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy John Whittet to recognize an individual Sailor who best represented the ever-growing group of dedicated professional Sailors at each command and ultimately the Navy. SOY finalists participated in a variety of leadership, naval heritage and team-building events throughout the week around Washington D.C. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sarah Villegas/Released)
ARLINGTON, Va. (May 15, 2019) The Navy’s Sailors of the Year place a wreath near the gravesite of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Delbert Black, the first MCPON, at Arlington National Cemetery during Sailor of the Year (SOY) week. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sarah Villegas/Released)
ARLINGTON, Va. (May 15, 2019) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Sindy Johnson, Navy Shore Sailor of the Year, left, and Builder 1st Class Luke Johnson, U.S. Fleet Forces Sailor of the Year, place a wreath near the columbarium honoring Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Bill Plackett, the sixth MCPON, at Arlington National Cemetery during Sailor of the Year (SOY) week. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sarah Villegas/Released)
ARLINGTON, Va. (May 15, 2019) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Sindy Johnson, Navy Shore Sailor of the Year, hugs her daughter while visiting Arlington National Cemetery during Sailor of the Year (SOY) week. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sarah Villegas/Released)
ARLINGTON, Va. (May 15, 2019) The Navy’s Sailors of the Year visited the gravesite of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Delbert Black, the first MCPON, at Arlington National Cemetery during Sailor of the Year (SOY) week.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sarah Villegas/Released)
BREMERTON, Wash. (May 15, 2019) -- Sailors assigned to aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) and Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Grimley (DDG 101) practice firefighting skills and techniques by battling a simulated fire at the Bremerton International Emergency Services Training Center (BIESTC). Sailors assigned to surface ships in Bremerton undergo damage control training at the BIESTC to prepare them for scenarios that they may come across at sea. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Wyatt L. Anthony)
SEA OF JAPAN (May 14, 2019) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) participate in helicopter in flight refueling (HIFR) with the MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSM) 77 “Saberhawks”. Antietam 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 1st Class Toni Burton)
SEA OF JAPAN (May 14, 2019) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) participate in helicopter in flight refueling (HIFR) with the MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSM) 77 “Saberhawks”.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Toni Burton)
SEA OF JAPAN (May 14, 2019) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) refuel an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSM) 77 “Saberhawks” for an upcoming flight. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Toni Burton)
SEA OF JAPAN (May 14, 2019) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) prepare gear for a vertical replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Toni Burton)
SEA OF JAPAN (May 14, 2019) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) participate in helicopter in flight refueling (HIFR) with the MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSM) 77 “Saberhawks”. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Toni Burton)
