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Hull Technician 3rd Class Juan Melo applies a fresh coat of paint on the wall at Bawing National High School.

Hull Technician 3rd Class Juan Melo applies a fresh coat of paint on t...

General Santos, Philippines (Feb. 16, 2007) Hull Technician 3rd Class Juan Melo applies a fresh coat of paint on the wall at Bawing National High School. Amphibious command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and emba... More

USS Gary (FFG 51) Sailors construct a scooter for the children of the Village D�enfants De Sihanoukville Orphanage.

USS Gary (FFG 51) Sailors construct a scooter for the children of the ...

Sihanoukville, Cambodia (Feb. 11, 2007) USS Gary (FFG 51) Sailors construct a scooter for the children of the Village Denfants De Sihanoukville Orphanage during ships third day in port. While in port, Gary Sail... More

Sailors man the rails aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Sampson (DDG 102) during a rehearsal for the ship's commissioning ceremony.

Sailors man the rails aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Sampson (DDG...

BOSTON, Mass. (Nov. 01, 2007) Sailors man the rails aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Sampson (DDG 102) during a rehearsal for the ship's commissioning ceremony. Sampson is the 52nd of 62 Arleigh Burke-class ... More

Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former U.S. Senator from the state of Colorado, delivers remarks at the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19).

Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former U.S. Senator from the state of Colorad...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2007) Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former U.S. Senator from the state of Colorado, delivers remarks at the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). More than 3,000 guests were... More

Cdr. Shawn Lobree, commanding officer, USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), thanks his crew, their families, and a tremendous commissioning committee for their support.

Cdr. Shawn Lobree, commanding officer, USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), thanks...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2007) Cdr. Shawn Lobree, commanding officer, USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19), thanks his crew, their families, and a tremendous commissioning committee for their support. The ship is named a... More

Two Sailors prepare to raise the commissioning pennant at the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19).

Two Sailors prepare to raise the commissioning pennant at the commissi...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2007) Two Sailors prepare to raise the commissioning pennant at the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). The ship is named after Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado, ... More

Park Ranger Tessy Shirakawa, a park ranger at Mesa Verde National Park, points to a large photographic panoramic display of early Mesa Verde cliff dwellings.

Park Ranger Tessy Shirakawa, a park ranger at Mesa Verde National Park...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2007) Park Ranger Tessy Shirakawa, a park ranger at Mesa Verde National Park, points to a large photographic panoramic display of early Mesa Verde cliff dwellings. USS Mesa Verde (LP... More

 Yeoman Seaman Eric Warren, a member of the Naval Support Activity Panama City Color Guard carries the American flag during the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19).

Yeoman Seaman Eric Warren, a member of the Naval Support Activity Pan...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2007) Yeoman Seaman Eric Warren, a member of the Naval Support Activity Panama City Color Guard carries the American flag during the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19... More

More than 3,000 guests attended the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19).

More than 3,000 guests attended the commissioning ceremony for USS Mes...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2007) More than 3,000 guests attended the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). Mesa Verde is the third amphibious transport dock of the San Antonio class and will supp... More

  The American Flag and pennants fly above Sailors and Marines as they form up on the flight deck.

The American Flag and pennants fly above Sailors and Marines as they...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2007) The American Flag and pennants fly above Sailors and Marines as they form up on the flight deck prior to manning the rails at the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD... More

 Members of Naval Support Activity Panama City Color Guard rendered honors at the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19).

Members of Naval Support Activity Panama City Color Guard rendered ho...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2007) Members of Naval Support Activity Panama City Color Guard rendered honors at the commissioning ceremony for USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19). The ship is named after Mesa Verde National... More

Command Master Chief Chris Engles and the Honorable Donald C. Winter, Secretary of the Navy explain the significance of a hand-stitched memento given to the Sailors of the Great White Fleet.

Command Master Chief Chris Engles and the Honorable Donald C. Winter, ...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 12, 2007) Command Master Chief Chris Engles and the Honorable Donald C. Winter, Secretary of the Navy explain the significance of a hand-stitched memento given to the Sailors of the Great W... More

James Foote, an actor who impersonates Theodore Roosevelt, enters the Great White Fleet Gala through ceremonial sideboys aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71).

James Foote, an actor who impersonates Theodore Roosevelt, enters the ...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 12, 2007) James Foote, an actor who impersonates Theodore Roosevelt, enters the Great White Fleet Gala through ceremonial sideboys aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). President Theodore... More

 Navy musicians play during the Great White Fleet Gala aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71).

Navy musicians play during the Great White Fleet Gala aboard USS Theo...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 15, 2007) Navy musicians play during the Great White Fleet Gala aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Hundreds of guests gathered aboard the Norfolk, Va. based aircraft carrier for a form... More

Chief of Naval Operation (CNO) Gary Roughead, left, and Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Dr. Donald C. Winter are interviewed by local media during the 100th Anniversary Gala of the Navy's Great White Fleet.

Chief of Naval Operation (CNO) Gary Roughead, left, and Secretary of t...

NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 15, 2007) Chief of Naval Operation (CNO) Gary Roughead, left, and Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Dr. Donald C. Winter are interviewed by local media during the 100th Anniversary Gala of the N... More

Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Donald C. Winter enters hangar bay two for the start of the Great White Fleet Ceremony aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71).

Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Donald C. Winter enters hangar ba...

NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 15, 2007) Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Donald C. Winter enters hangar bay two for the start of the Great White Fleet Ceremony aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Hundreds of guest... More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the Honorable Dr. Donald C. Winter delivers his remarks during a 100th Anniversary Gala of the Navy's Great White Fleet.

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the Honorable Dr. Donald C. Winter deli...

NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 15, 2007) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the Honorable Dr. Donald C. Winter delivers his remarks during a 100th Anniversary Gala of the Navy's Great White Fleet held aboard aircraft carrier U... More

Chief of Naval Operation (CNO) Adm. Gary Roughead delivers his remarks during a 100th Anniversary Gala of the Navy's Great White Fleet.

Chief of Naval Operation (CNO) Adm. Gary Roughead delivers his remarks...

NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 15, 2007) Chief of Naval Operation (CNO) Adm. Gary Roughead delivers his remarks during a 100th Anniversary Gala of the Navy's Great White Fleet held aboard aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roos... More

Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Donald C. Winter, poses for a photo with James Foote, an actor who portrays Theodore Roosevelt.

Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Donald C. Winter, poses for a pho...

NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 15, 2007) Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Donald C. Winter, poses for a photo with James Foote, an actor who portrays Theodore Roosevelt. Hundreds of guests gathered aboard aircraft carr... More

Two MH-60S Seahawks perform vertical replenishment during a replenishment-at-sea.

Two MH-60S Seahawks perform vertical replenishment during a replenishm...

PERSIAN GULF (Dec. 11, 2007) Two MH-60S Seahawks, attached to the "Sea Knights" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22, perform vertical replenishment during a replenishment-at-sea as the British destroyer ... More

Royal Navy submarine HMS Tireless (S88) surfaces in the arctic ice.

Royal Navy submarine HMS Tireless (S88) surfaces in the arctic ice.

PRUDHOE BAY-DEADHORSE, Alaska (Mar. 16, 2007) Royal Navy submarine HMS Tireless (S88) surfaces in the arctic ice. Tireless is taking part in ICEX-07 with the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Alexandr... More

Royal Navy submarine HMS Tireless (S88) shown  in the arctic ice.

Royal Navy submarine HMS Tireless (S88) shown in the arctic ice.

PRUDHOE BAY-DEADHORSE, Alaska (Mar. 17, 2007) Royal Navy submarine HMS Tireless (S88) shown in the arctic ice. Tireless is taking part in ICEX-07 with the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Alexandria ... More

 - The Royal Navy Invincible-class aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious (R 06), and Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) transit in formation.

- The Royal Navy Invincible-class aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious (R...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jul. 29, 2007) The Royal Navy Invincible-class aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious (R 06), and Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) tran... More

Damage Controlman Fireman Dominic Green performs regular maintenance to the self contained breathing apparatus aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Damage Controlman Fireman Dominic Green performs regular maintenance t...

FIFTH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Dec. 07, 2007) Damage Controlman Fireman Dominic Green performs regular maintenance to the self contained breathing apparatus aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft... More

Sailors from deck department keep their distance as an anchor chain is released into the ocean during a precision anchoring exercise in the forecastle aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Sailors from deck department keep their distance as an anchor chain is...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May. 14, 2007) Sailors from deck department keep their distance as an anchor chain is released into the ocean during a precision anchoring exercise in the forecastle aboard Nimitz-class aircraft... More

Sailors assigned to USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) combat systems department push a RIM-7 NATO Sea Sparrow missile into position under a grove crane.

Sailors assigned to USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) combat systems departme...

Pacific Ocean (Jan. 31, 2007) Sailors assigned to USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) combat systems department push a RIM-7 NATO Sea Sparrow missile into position under a grove crane. Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group... More

Legendary NCAA Football Coach Lou Holtz poses for a photo with Storekeeper 3rd Class Eric Davidson after signing a football for Davidson�s father.

Legendary NCAA Football Coach Lou Holtz poses for a photo with Storeke...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jul. 20, 2007) Legendary NCAA Football Coach Lou Holtz poses for a photo with Storekeeper 3rd Class Eric Davidson after signing a football for Davidsons father. Holtz, also a best-selling author ... More

Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Chaces Guevarra uses a pneumatic drill in the airframe shop aboard nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68).

Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Chaces Guevarra uses a pneumati...

PERSIAN GULF (Jul. 21, 2007) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Chaces Guevarra uses a pneumatic drill in the airframe shop aboard nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Strike Group a... More

Sailors load ammunition into a mounted .50-caliber machine gun during a training exercise aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Sailors load ammunition into a mounted .50-caliber machine gun during ...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 20, 2007) Sailors load ammunition into a mounted .50-caliber machine gun during a training exercise aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is underway in ... More

Marine Sgt. Jesus R. Rivera, a quality assurance representative (QAR) from Fleet Readiness Center (FRC) Northwest, reviews maintenance history records .

Marine Sgt. Jesus R. Rivera, a quality assurance representative (QAR) ...

BREMERTON, Wash. (Apr. 24, 2007) Marine Sgt. Jesus R. Rivera, a quality assurance representative (QAR) from Fleet Readiness Center (FRC) Northwest, reviews maintenance history records with Aviation Maintenance ... More

USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Sailors and Marines paint a mural for the Madras Institute to Habilitate Retarded Afflicted, a home for physically and mentally afflicted children.

USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Sailors and Marines paint a mural for the Madras I...

CHENNAI, India (Jul. 02, 2007) USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Sailors and Marines paint a mural for the Madras Institute to Habilitate Retarded Afflicted, a home for physically and mentally afflicted children. Nimitz is t... More

Shipwrecked survivors stand by for medical treatment on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Shipwrecked survivors stand by for medical treatment on the flight dec...

PERSIAN GULF (Dec. 23, 2007) Shipwrecked survivors stand by for medical treatment on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) after being rescued at sea ... More

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 2nd Class Ian Brody leads Sailors through physical training in the hangar bay aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 2nd Class Ian Brody leads Sailo...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 23, 2007) Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 2nd Class Ian Brody leads Sailors through physical training in the hangar bay aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). The Sailors are either already m... More

Sailors assigned to deck department, take in a mooring line on the fantail as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) gets underway.

Sailors assigned to deck department, take in a mooring line on the fan...

Norfolk, Va. (Jan. 26, 2007) Sailors assigned to deck department, take in a mooring line on the fantail as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) gets underway. Truman is currently under... More

A damage control team from USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) prepares to enter a flooded training compartment during the 5th Annual Damage Control (DC) Olympics at Farrier Fire Fighting School.

A damage control team from USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) prepares to...

NORFOLK, Va. (Jun. 27, 2007) A damage control team from USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) prepares to enter a flooded training compartment during the 5th Annual Damage Control (DC) Olympics at Farrier Fire Fighti... More

Listening to two radios simultaneously, Chief Aviation Boatswain�s Mate (Fuel) Jamison Hunter carefully monitors the J-P5 fuel flowing between USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) and USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during a fueling at sea.

Listening to two radios simultaneously, Chief Aviation Boatswain�s Mat...

Pacific Ocean (Feb. 06, 2007) Listening to two radios simultaneously, Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuel) Jamison Hunter carefully monitors the J-P5 fuel flowing between USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) and USS Ron... More

Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Mikhos Manero, assigned to the Wallbangers of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117, inspects the propellers on a preflight inspection aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68).

Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Mikhos Manero, assigned to the Wal...

PERSIAN GULF (Jun. 05, 2007) Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Mikhos Manero, assigned to the "Wallbangers" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117, inspects the propellers on a preflight inspect... More

Command Master Chief (CMDCM) Jim Delozier gives JS Myoko's (DDG 175) CMDCM Osamu Natsume, Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF), a tour .

Command Master Chief (CMDCM) Jim Delozier gives JS Myoko's (DDG 175) C...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Mar. 16, 2007) Command Master Chief (CMDCM) Jim Delozier gives JS Myoko's (DDG 175) CMDCM Osamu Natsume, Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF), a tour around USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) chief ... More

Lt. Cmdr. David Bynum, a Navy chaplain aboard USS Nimitz (CVN 68), passes out happy face sponge balls to the students of CSI High School for the Deaf during a community relations visit.

Lt. Cmdr. David Bynum, a Navy chaplain aboard USS Nimitz (CVN 68), pas...

CHENNAI, India (Jul. 04, 2007) Lt. Cmdr. David Bynum, a Navy chaplain aboard USS Nimitz (CVN 68), passes out happy face sponge balls to the students of CSI High School for the Deaf during a community relations ... More

USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) arrives at Naval Forces Marianas Support Activity, Guam, for a scheduled port visit.

USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) arrives at Naval Forces Marianas Support Activi...

SANTA RITA, Guam (Jun. 08, 2007) USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) arrives at Naval Forces Marianas Support Activity, Guam, for a scheduled port visit. Kitty Hawk is on deployment in the Western Pacific Ocean and will be ... More

Sailors assigned to launch and recovery division aboard USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) run across the landing area following inspection of the arresting gear wire after an aircraft boltered during recovery.

Sailors assigned to launch and recovery division aboard USS John C. St...

ARABIAN SEA (Mar. 08, 2007) Sailors assigned to launch and recovery division aboard USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) run across the landing area following inspection of the arresting gear wire after an aircraft "bo... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Woo Choe helps a young girl into a fire suit at a shipboard fire fighting display in the hangar bay of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Woo Choe helps a young ...

STRAIT OF JUAN DE FUCA (Oct. 06, 2007) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Woo Choe helps a young girl into a fire suit at a shipboard fire fighting display in the hangar bay of Nimitz-class aircraft... More

Sailors man the rails of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) as the ship transits into Truman Bay following a four-month summer deployment.

Sailors man the rails of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) as the ship transits i...

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Sep. 21, 2007) Sailors man the rails of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) as the ship transits into Truman Bay following a four-month summer deployment. The ship took part in three major exercises during ... More

Operations Specialist 3rd Class Christopher uses high-powered binoculars on forward lookout watch aboard the USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) signal bridge during exercise Valiant Shield 2007.

Operations Specialist 3rd Class Christopher uses high-powered binocula...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 20, 2007) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Christopher uses high-powered binoculars on forward lookout watch aboard the USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) signal bridge during exercise Valiant Shield 200... More

Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Chella Chance tightens the bolts on an M61A1 20mm machine-gun from an F/A-18 C Hornet in the Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Department.

Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Chella Chance tightens the bolts on an M61...

North Arabian Sea (Feb. 19, 2007) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Chella Chance tightens the bolts on an M61A1 20mm machine-gun from an F/A-18 C Hornet in the Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Department aboard the... More

Flight deck personnel stand ready to fight a fire during a simulated crash scenario on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).

Flight deck personnel stand ready to fight a fire during a simulated c...

BREMERTON, Wash. (May. 08, 2007) Flight deck personnel stand ready to fight a fire during a simulated crash scenario on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is ... More

Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Crystal Prolo attaches a fire hose nozzle to a fire station while performing preventative maintenance aboard nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68).

Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Crystal Prolo attaches a fire hose nozzle ...

PERSIAN GULF (Jun. 12, 2007) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Crystal Prolo attaches a fire hose nozzle to a fire station while performing preventative maintenance aboard nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz ... More

Lt. Joel Rolley lifts weights in the main gym aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) as part of maintain a healthy lifestyle month.

Lt. Joel Rolley lifts weights in the main gym aboard the Nimitz-class ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 04, 2007) Lt. Joel Rolley lifts weights in the main gym aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) as part of "maintain a healthy lifestyle month." R... More

Aviation Warfare Systems Operator 2nd Class David Rankin stands by to direct the SH-60 helicopter assigned to the Black Knights of Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron (HS) 4 to the flight deck of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76).

Aviation Warfare Systems Operator 2nd Class David Rankin stands by to ...

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Apr. 06, 2007) Aviation Warfare Systems Operator 2nd Class David Rankin stands by to direct the SH-60 helicopter assigned to the "Black Knights" of Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron (HS) 4 to t... More

Sailors assigned to the Black Ravens of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 135, perform last minute maintenance on an EA-6B Prowlers before flight operation.

Sailors assigned to the Black Ravens of Electronic Attack Squadron (VA...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 06, 2007) Sailors assigned to the "Black Ravens" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 135, perform last minute maintenance on an EA-6B Prowlers before flight operation on the flight deck of t... More

An MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to the

An MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to the

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 17, 2007) An MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to the "Blackjacks" of Helicopter Support Command Squadron (HSC) 21, performs a vertical replenishment with nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz ... More

The Catapult Safety Petty Officer gives the thumbs up as an F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the Black Aces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41, gets ready to launch off the flight deck.

The Catapult Safety Petty Officer gives the thumbs up as an F/A-18F Su...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 09, 2007) The Catapult Safety Petty Officer gives the thumbs up as an F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Black Aces" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41, gets ready to launch off the fli... More

Sailors run as a MH-60S Knighthawk, attached to the

Sailors run as a MH-60S Knighthawk, attached to the

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 02, 2007) Sailors run as a MH-60S Knighthawk, attached to the "Chargers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26, prepares to transfer cargo from the flight deck of the nuclear-powere... More

USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) steams alongside Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) ships JS Hamagiri (DD 155), JS Myoko (DDG 175), JS Haruna (DDH 141) and JS Yuugiri (DD 153) in preparation for a fueling at sea.

USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) steams alongside Japan Maritime Self Defens...

PHILIPPINE SEA (Mar. 17, 2007) USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) steams alongside Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) ships JS Hamagiri (DD 155), JS Myoko (DDG 175), JS Haruna (DDH 141) and JS Yuugiri (DD 153) i... More

Aviation Electrician�s Mate Airman Benjamin Moose, of Rush, N.Y., cleans the rear propeller of an SH-60F Seahawk, attached to the

Aviation Electrician�s Mate Airman Benjamin Moose, of Rush, N.Y., clea...

PERSIAN GULF (Sep. 21, 2007) Aviation Electricians Mate Airman Benjamin Moose, of Rush, N.Y., cleans the rear propeller of an SH-60F Seahawk, attached to the "Dragonslayers" of Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron... More

Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Melissa Baker, a landing signal enlisted, prepares to launch an HH-60H Seahawk.

Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Melissa Baker, a landing sig...

PERSIAN GULF (Nov. 05, 2007) Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Melissa Baker, a landing signal enlisted, prepares to launch an HH-60H Seahawk, attached to the "Dragonslayers" of Helicopter Antisubmarine... More

A weight board operator from air department shows an aircraft handler the weight of an E2-C Hawkeye during flight operations on board Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

A weight board operator from air department shows an aircraft handler ...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May. 17, 2007) A weight board operator from air department shows an aircraft handler the weight of an E2-C Hawkeye during flight operations on board Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Tr... More

Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) take part in a foreign object damage walk down on the flight deck.

Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS H...

PERSIAN GULF (Dec. 18, 2007) Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) take part in a foreign object damage walk down on the flight deck. Truman and embarked ... More

Sailors assigned to the Zappers of Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron (VAQ) 130 hurry across the landing area on the flight deck during flight operations aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Sailors assigned to the Zappers of Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadro...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 17, 2007) Sailors assigned to the "Zappers" of Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron (VAQ) 130 hurry across the landing area on the flight deck during flight operations aboard Nimitz-class a... More

Sailors assigned to repair locker one bravo rush to organize their emergency response equipment in hangar bay two during a general quarters (GQ) drill aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Sailors assigned to repair locker one bravo rush to organize their eme...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May. 20, 2007) Sailors assigned to repair locker one bravo rush to organize their emergency response equipment in hangar bay two during a general quarters (GQ) drill aboard Nimitz-class aircraft... More

Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Roger Sparks signals for a HH-60H Seahawk, with HS-8, to lift up from the loading area of the flight deck of USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).

Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Roger Sparks signals for a HH-60H Seaha...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 18, 2007) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Roger Sparks signals for a HH-60H Seahawk, attached to the "Eightballers" of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 8, to lift up from the loading a... More

A young girl waits on the pier for her mom during a homecoming celebration for nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68).

A young girl waits on the pier for her mom during a homecoming celebra...

SAN DIEGO (Sep. 30, 2007) A young girl waits on the pier for her mom during a homecoming celebration for nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Strike Group and embarked Carrier Air Wing (... More

Lt. Cmdr. Brad Donnely embraces his newborn son and daughter upon returning from a three-month surge deployment on board USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76).

Lt. Cmdr. Brad Donnely embraces his newborn son and daughter upon retu...

CORONADO, Calif. (Apr. 20, 2007) Lt. Cmdr. Brad Donnely embraces his newborn son and daughter upon returning from a three-month surge deployment on board USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Reagan is returning from a s... More

The colors are paraded during a Sept. 11 commemoration ceremony on the flight deck of nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65).

The colors are paraded during a Sept. 11 commemoration ceremony on the...

PERSIAN GULF (Sep. 11, 2007) The colors are paraded during a Sept. 11 commemoration ceremony on the flight deck of nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise and embarked Carrier Air W... More

The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) makes its approach on the Military Sealift Command (MSC) fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198) as they prepare for a replenishment-at-sea (RAS).

The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) makes its...

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jul. 31, 2007) The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) makes its approach on the Military Sealift Command (MSC) fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198) as they... More

Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Jose Pinon-Sanchez fills out an answer sheet for the second class petty officer advancement exam aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).

Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Jose Pinon-Sanchez fills out an answer shee...

ARABIAN SEA (Mar. 08, 2007) Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Jose Pinon-Sanchez fills out an answer sheet for the second class petty officer advancement exam aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (... More

Capt. Michael Manazir, prospective commanding officer for the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), takes off in an F/A-18E Super Hornet.

Capt. Michael Manazir, prospective commanding officer for the nuclear-...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 24, 2007) Capt. Michael Manazir, prospective commanding officer for the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), takes off in an F/A-18E Super Hornet. Nimitz and Carrier Air Win... More

More than 300 newly frocked petty officers are addressed by Capt. Todd Zecchin, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63), during a ceremony in the ship's hangar bay.

More than 300 newly frocked petty officers are addressed by Capt. Todd...

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 20, 2007) More than 300 newly frocked petty officers are addressed by Capt. Todd Zecchin, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63), during a ceremony in the ship's... More

Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Joshua Dowdy prepares an SH-60F Seahawk helicopter, assigned to the Indians of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 6, for take off.

Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Joshua Dowdy prepares an SH-60F Se...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 09, 2007) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Joshua Dowdy prepares an SH-60F Seahawk helicopter, assigned to the "Indians" of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 6, for take off on the ... More

Carrier Strike Group Ten (CSG 10) Chief of Staff, Capt. Michael Ullrich, right, gives a heartfelt thanks to his pilot, Cmdr. Louis Schager from the Swordsmen of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32,

Carrier Strike Group Ten (CSG 10) Chief of Staff, Capt. Michael Ullric...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Apr. 09, 2007) Carrier Strike Group Ten (CSG 10) Chief of Staff, Capt. Michael Ullrich, right, gives a heartfelt thanks to his pilot, Cmdr. Louis Schager from the "Swordsmen" of Strike Fighter S... More

Water vapor flows over the wings of two F/A-18E Super Hornets.

Water vapor flows over the wings of two F/A-18E Super Hornets.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sep. 23, 2007) Water vapor flows over the wings of two F/A-18E Super Hornets, assigned to the "Royal Maces" of Strike Fighter Squadron 27, as they perform a flyby during an air power demonstratio... More

Lt. j.g. Andrew Toll, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, explains the capabilities of the F/A-18C Hornet to military personnel from the Republic of Korea aboard USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76).

Lt. j.g. Andrew Toll, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, e...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Mar. 23, 2007) Lt. j.g. Andrew Toll, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, explains the capabilities of the F/A-18C Hornet to military personnel from the Republic of Korea aboard USS Ron... More

Senior Chief Boatswain's Mate Hobart Allen watches from a forecastle porthole as the starboard anchor is cleaned and raised after a precision anchoring exercise aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Senior Chief Boatswain's Mate Hobart Allen watches from a forecastle p...

Atlantic Ocean (Jan. 22, 2007) Senior Chief Boatswain's Mate Hobart Allen watches from a forecastle porthole as the starboard anchor is cleaned and raised after a precision anchoring exercise aboard the Nimitz-... More

The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) hosts a mass frocking ceremony for their new 3rd class petty officers.

The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) hosts a m...

RED SEA (Nov. 30, 2007) The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) hosts a mass frocking ceremony for their new 3rd class petty officers in the hangar bay. Enterprise and embarked Carrier Air ... More

Aviation Ordananceman Airman Devin Reed prepares his forklift to load pallets in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).

Aviation Ordananceman Airman Devin Reed prepares his forklift to load ...

ARABIAN SEA (Apr. 05, 2007) Aviation Ordananceman Airman Devin Reed prepares his forklift to load pallets in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) during a repleni... More

Piloting an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Stingers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, Capt. Craig Williams performs a supersonic flyby of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during his aerial change of command.

Piloting an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Stingers of Strike Fighter ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Mar. 01, 2007) Piloting an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Stingers" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, Capt. Craig Williams performs a supersonic flyby of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during hi... More

Capt. Terry B. Kraft, commanding officer aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), addresses the crew during a command-wide captain's call concerning the wildfires.

Capt. Terry B. Kraft, commanding officer aboard Nimitz-class aircraft ...

CORONADO, Calif. (Oct. 25, 2007) Capt. Terry B. Kraft, commanding officer aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), addresses the crew during a command-wide captain's call concerning the ... More

Deck department Seaman Adam Gilliland watches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) as Military Sealift Command (MSC) dry cargo/ammunition ship USS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1) pulls alongside.

Deck department Seaman Adam Gilliland watches from the flight deck of ...

Atlantic Ocean (Feb. 07, 2007) Deck department Seaman Adam Gilliland watches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) as Military Sealift Command (MSC) dry cargo/ammuni... More

Damage Controlman 2nd Class Timothy Roney teaches new Sailors about fire fighting equipment aboard the Nimitz-Class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).

Damage Controlman 2nd Class Timothy Roney teaches new Sailors about fi...

Pacific Ocean (Jan. 17, 2007) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Timothy Roney teaches new Sailors about fire fighting equipment aboard the Nimitz-Class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Stennis is conduc... More

An aviation boatswain's mate (equipment) signals for the emergency barricade to be erected during an general quarters (GQ) drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).

An aviation boatswain's mate (equipment) signals for the emergency bar...

BREMERTON, Wash. (May. 16, 2007) An aviation boatswain's mate (equipment) signals for the emergency barricade to be erected during an general quarters (GQ) drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abr... More

Air department Sailors position an aircraft barricade during flight deck drills aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Air department Sailors position an aircraft barricade during flight de...

PACIFIC OCEAN (May. 04, 2007) Air department Sailors position an aircraft barricade during flight deck drills aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Aircraft barricades are used to stop incoming aircraft in emergency r... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Austin Lewis, assigned to Air Department's V-2 Division, guides fresh arresting cable from the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Austin Lewis, assigned to...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 17, 2007) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Austin Lewis, assigned to Air Department's V-2 Division, guides fresh arresting cable from the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class nucle... More

An aviation boatswain's mate directs an F/A-18C Hornet, attached to the Sidewinders of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, onto one of the four steam-powered catapults.

An aviation boatswain's mate directs an F/A-18C Hornet, attached to th...

PERSIAN GULF (Oct. 31, 2007) An aviation boatswain's mate directs an F/A-18C Hornet, attached to the "Sidewinders" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, onto one of the four steam-powered catapults on the flight... More

Laura Montero, who was flown from the Dawn Princess cruise liner to the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) for an emergency surgery in December 2007, speaks to guests at a luncheon held aboard the cruise ship.

Laura Montero, who was flown from the Dawn Princess cruise liner to th...

SAN DIEGO (Jan. 06, 2007) Laura Montero, the 14-year-old girl from Albion, Ill., who was flown from the Dawn Princess cruise liner to the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)... More

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Mullen speaks at the change of command ceremony for Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command (CFFC) aboard USS Enterprise (CVN 65).

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Mullen speaks at the change ...

NORFOLK, Va. (May. 17, 2007) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Mullen speaks at the change of command ceremony for Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command (CFFC) aboard USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Adm. Gary R... More

USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) carrier strike group (CSG) transits through the straits of Gibraltar.

USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) carrier strike group (CSG) transits throu...

ATLANTIC (Nov. 16, 2007) USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) carrier strike group (CSG) transits through the straits of Gibraltar during the early morning hours. Truman is en route to the Central Command Area of Respo... More

Senior Chief Yeoman Ken Edgerton holds his son at the homecoming ceremony for Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron (HS) 8.

Senior Chief Yeoman Ken Edgerton holds his son at the homecoming cerem...

CORONADO, Calif. (Aug. 27, 2007) Senior Chief Yeoman Ken Edgerton holds his son at the homecoming ceremony for Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron (HS) 8. HS-8 was deployed with Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 aboard US... More

Hospital Corpsman 2nd class Homer Tabeta gives medical treatment, food and clothing to shipwreck survivors aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Hospital Corpsman 2nd class Homer Tabeta gives medical treatment, food...

PERSIAN GULF (Dec. 23, 2007) Hospital Corpsman 2nd class Homer Tabeta gives medical treatment, food and clothing to shipwreck survivors aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Trum... More

Cmdr. Mindy Suszan, commanding officer of Navy Strike and Air Warfare Center, salutes during a burial at sea for her husband, Lt. Cmdr. Glen Hansen during a ceremony aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).

Cmdr. Mindy Suszan, commanding officer of Navy Strike and Air Warfare ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 19, 2007) Cmdr. Mindy Suszan, commanding officer of Navy Strike and Air Warfare Center, salutes during a burial at sea for her husband, Lt. Cmdr. Glen Hansen during a ceremony aboard Nimitz-... More

Operations Specialist 3rd Class Cynthia Davis from Las Vegas, waits for a response over the sound powered telephones aboard USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76).

Operations Specialist 3rd Class Cynthia Davis from Las Vegas, waits fo...

Pacific Ocean (Jan. 31, 2007) Operations Specialist 3rd Class Cynthia Davis from Las Vegas, waits for a response over the sound powered telephones aboard USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike... More

A flight deck director guides an S-3B Viking assigned to the

A flight deck director guides an S-3B Viking assigned to the

Pacific Ocean (Jan. 23, 2007) A flight deck director guides an S-3B Viking assigned to the "Topcats" of Sea Control Squadron Three One (VS-31) out of the landing area during flight operations on the flight deck... More

The sun begins to set behind two F/A-18 Super Hornets aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

The sun begins to set behind two F/A-18 Super Hornets aboard the Nimit...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 13, 2007) The sun begins to set behind two F/A-18 Super Hornets aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is en route to the Central Comm... More

A rainbow appears above nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) prior to sunset.

A rainbow appears above nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (C...

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sep. 10, 2007) A rainbow appears above nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) prior to sunset. Nimitz Carrier Strike Group and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11 are deployed in t... More

Members of Helicopter Visit Board Search Seizure (HVBSS) Team 1 ready their gear for a non-compliant boarding exercise during the early morning hours aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).

Members of Helicopter Visit Board Search Seizure (HVBSS) Team 1 ready ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 22, 2007) Members of Helicopter Visit Board Search Seizure (HVBSS) Team 1 ready their gear for a non-compliant boarding exercise during the early morning hours aboard the Nimitz-class aircra... More

An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to the Pukin Dogs of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69).

An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to the Pukin Dogs of Strike Fighter ...

PERSIAN GULF (Mar. 27, 2007) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to the "Pukin Dogs" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, launches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (... More

Sailors perform a gun salute during a burial at sea on board Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) for two former Sailors.

Sailors perform a gun salute during a burial at sea on board Nimitz-cl...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 18, 2007) Sailors perform a gun salute during a burial at sea on board Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) for two former Sailors. Truman is underway in the Atlantic ... More

A landing signalman enlisted (LSE) sends hand signals to the pilot of an MH-60S Seahawk.

A landing signalman enlisted (LSE) sends hand signals to the pilot of ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Mar. 14, 2007) A landing signalman enlisted (LSE) sends hand signals to the pilot of an MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to the "Island Knights" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, while it deliv... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Woo Choe (right) and Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Luke Bacon stand watch as part of a crash and salvage crew on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Woo Choe (right) and Av...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 14, 2007) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Woo Choe (right) and Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Luke Bacon stand watch as part of a crash and salvage crew on the flight dec... More

Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Martin Jimenez speaks into his headset during flight operations aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Martin Jimenez speaks into ...

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 17, 2007) Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Martin Jimenez speaks into his headset during flight operations aboard the Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S.... More

Fire fighting parties work side-by-side while battling a simulated out-of-control fire in the hangar bay during a general quarters drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Fire fighting parties work side-by-side while battling a simulated out...

Atlantic Ocean (Jan. 17, 2007) Fire fighting parties work side-by-side while battling a simulated out-of-control fire in the hangar bay during a general quarters drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier U... More

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