Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

NAPLES, Italy (Jan. 15, 2012) The crew of a U.S. Navy P3 maritime patrol aircraft assigned to Patrol Squadron 47, operating from Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily, assisted approximately 68 Somali migrants off the Maltese coast. The P-C crew provided a "SAR kit"containing water, food, and flashlights; contacted Maltese Search and Rescue coordinators; and hailed nearby vessels to lend further assistance.The Panamanian-flagged, M/V Verona, rescued the 65 people, and then turned them over to a Maltese Patrol vessel. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 14, 2011) Aviation Ordnancemen assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25 load ordnance onto an F/A-18C Hornet aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Timothy A. Hazel/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 14, 2012) An Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician rappels from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Strike Squadron (HSC) 8 to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Benjamin Crossley/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 14, 2012) A Sailor directs an EA-6B Prowler from the Wizards of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Benjamin Crossley/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 11, 2012) Sonar Technician Surface 2nd Class Gareth Erasmus fires the Mk 38 25mm machine gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) during a practice fire exercise. Porter is part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group and is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jesse L. Gonzalez/Released)

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ANDAMAN SEA (Jan. 15, 2012) Quartermaster Seaman Roosevelt Feazell charts a course from the bridge of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR) as part of a deployment to the western Pacific and Indian Oceans en route to support coalition efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet AOR. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adam Randolph/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 14, 2012) A small-caliber action team aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) maintain a lookout while participating in a simulated strait transit exercise. James E. Williams is part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group conducting a composite training unit exercise prior to a regular deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel J. Meshel/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) and the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69) are in formation during a simulated straits transit exercise. The ships are underway conducting a composite training unit exercise prior to a regular deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jesse L. Gonzalez)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 14, 2012) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Edgar Gonzalez performs a jump kick on a simulated attacker during security force qualification combat training aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island with embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are 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 Seaman Apprentice Ethan Tracey/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 17, 2012) Marines aboard an amphibious assault vehicle approach the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is conducting crew certifications in preparation for future amphibious operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tommy Lamkin/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 11, 2012) The MK 45 5-inch lightweight gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) is fired during a practice fire exercise aboard. Porter is part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group, which is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jesse L. Gonzalez/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2012) A shooter signals the launch of an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)

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ARABIAN GULF (Jan. 14, 2012) A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter, assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced), takes off the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island 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 2nd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 15, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Black Aces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 launches off the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 15, 2012) An F/A-18C Hornet from the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 launches off the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 17, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Krzysztof Urbanik observes an F/A-18C Hornet from the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 launch off the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 17, 2012) An Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician is hoisted to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Strike Squadron (HSC) 8 attached to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Will Tyndall/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 13, 2011) Sailors assigned to a visit, board, search and seizure team board a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) during a training exercise. Porter is part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group, which is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jesse L. Gonzalez/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jan. 17, 2012 The U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) transits to dry dock at Command, Fleet Activities Yokosuka for an incline survey. During the survey, Blue Ridge and shipyard personnel will take measurements and readings from the ship to help with future planning of structural additions. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mel Orr/Released)

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INDIAN OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the Indian Ocean. Abraham Lincoln is in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility as part of a deployment to the western Pacific and Indian Oceans to support coalition efforts. (U.S. Navy photos by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Eric S. Powell/ Released)

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Mountain View, Calif. (Jan. 17, 2012) Retired Chief Petty Officer Carl E. Clark salutes Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the honorable Ray Mabus as he passes through sideboys just before presenting Clark with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation medal with Combat "V" Device. Mabus presented the medal to the 95-year-old Clark for his actions during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Sam Shavers/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jan. 18, 2012) Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Callie Walker assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), plays with a child during a community service project at Sullivans Elementary School. Sailors visited a pet shelter, residential tower and local schools as part of a base-wide community service event. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Steven Khor/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan 19, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) join for a turnover of responsibility in the Arabian Sea. Both ships are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photos by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Eric S. Powell/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 18, 2012) Sailors from the guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey's (DDG 105) visit, board, search and seizure team provide food, water and medical supplies to distressed Iranian mariners. Dewey, assigned to Commander, Task Force 50, responded to a distress call from the Iranian fishing dhow Al Mamsoor, which indicated it was sinking and in need of assistance. Dewey is conducting 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 Joshua Keim/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 13, 2012) An Italian AV-8B Harrier lands on the flight deck aboard the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Bataan is the command ship of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Hannah Wilhide/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 18, 2012) Flight deck personnel prepare to launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 from the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to 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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I have seen this Callie Walker somewhere before, perhaps another set of photos, at least twice, if not thrice. Is she somewhat "chosen" because of her warm smile? Like those PR personnel in the PLA?

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 19, 2012) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) is alongside the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Charles R. Drew (T-AKE 10) during a refueling at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jan. 19, 2012) A tug boat from Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka pushes the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) from the pier as the ship gets underway. Lassen is assigned to Destroyer Squadron 15 (DESRON 15) and forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Charlotte C. Oliver/Released)

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CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. (Jan. 18, 2011) A Kandahar Role 3 Operational Medical Training Program student practices emergency exit procedures during an egress assistance trainer familiarization class. The program is designed to provide necessary current professional skills training before the nearly 200 service members participating in the course deploy to Kandahar's Role 3 Hospital. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Bruce Cummins/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 18, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Alexsis Labrake directs the movement of aircraft on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to 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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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 14, 2012) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuels) 2nd Class Ron Ramos waits near an AV-8B Harrier before defueling the aircraft aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island is on its first operational deployment conducting operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility in support of the Navy's Maritime Strategy. Makin Island is the Navy's newest amphibious assault ship and the only U.S. Navy ship with a hybrid electric propulsion system. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alan Gragg/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 18, 2012) An E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Tigertails of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125 recovers on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to 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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DJIBOUTI (Jan. 14, 2012) A U.S. Marine CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter hovers over the remains of two U.S. Marine CH-53 helicopters during a memorial flight. In 2003 one Marine pilot was killed and eight others were injured during an accident while observing a B-52 Stratofortress exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lael Huss/Released)

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EL CENTRO, Calif. (Jan. 21, 2012) Members of the U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, conduct a foreign object debris walk down during the squadron's annual winter training at Naval Air Facility El Centro, Calif. The 10-week winter training evolution concludes in early March after the team completes a minimum of 120 flights. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrew Johnson/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN, A Marine Corps Harrier AV-8B II conducts nighttime launch and recovery operations aboard USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 20, 2012) A plane captain carries tie-down chains across the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2012) An HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter picks up supplies from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) and delivers them to the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) during a vertical replenishment. The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting a composite training exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is designed to bring every part of a strike group together to work efficiently as one cohesive unit, ensuring overall readiness prior to a regular deployment. (U.S. photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Harry Andrew D. Gordon/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 20, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Joseph Alsup maneuvers an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Lancers of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 131 through the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Wade T. Oberlin/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 19, 2012) Sailors assigned to the visit, board, search and seizure team aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) pilot a rigid-hull inflatable boat during a training exercise. Porter is part of the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group, which is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Information Technician Specialist Seaman Nathan A. Carroll/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 21, 2012) Sailors watch the sunset from the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman George M. Bell/Released)

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JAMUL, Calif. (Jan. 19, 2012) Chief Warrant Officer (SEAL) Keith Pritchett, officer-in-charge of the U.S. Navy parachute demonstration team, the Leap Frogs, administers the oath of enlistment to Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michelle Turner, the team public affairs officer, during an in-air reenlistment ceremony. The Leap Frogs perform aerial parachute demonstrations across America in support of Naval Special Warfare and Navy recruiting. (U.S. Navy photo by James Woods/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 21, 2012) Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) Leon Panetta speaks with Capt. William C. Hamilton Jr., commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), on the bridge. Enterprise is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise while preparing for its 22nd and final deployment. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 19, 2011) The MK-45 5-inch/54-caliber lightweight gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) fires during a live-fire exercise. Halsey is on a deployment to the western Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Farrington/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 16, 2011) An SA330J Puma helicopter from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) delivers supplies to the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during a vertical replenishment. Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are 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 Seaman Kory Alsberry/Released)

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ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 16, 2011) A CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 Reinforced prepares to hoist an AV-8B Harrier engine from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during a vertical replenishment. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist John Lill/Released)

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