Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Marc Hibner, left, stands as safety observer while Electronics Technician 3rd Class Arik Justason fires a 9mm pistol during a small arms qualification.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 22, 2013) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Marc Hibner, left, stands as safety observer while Electronics Technician 3rd Class Arik Justason fires a 9mm pistol during a small arms qualification aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55). Stout is on a scheduled deployment 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 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray) File# 131122-N-UD469-286