Aerial Operations and Maintenance

Photos showcase military air operations, with personnel signaling aircraft, inspecting equipment, and engaging in international training exercises between U.S. and allied forces.

Special operations engineer transmitting crucial information to the army headquarters, IT operator gathers intelligence from CCTV surveillance system. Trooper examines field data. Close up.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tron Rhodes, an aircraft maintenance support equipment mechanic with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 36, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, inspects a flood light in preparation for Korean Marine Exchange Program 24.1 on Camp Mujuk, South Korea, Feb. 17, 2024. KMEP is a bilateral training exercise that increases interoperability and strengthens the combined capabilities of Republic of Korea Marines and U.S. Marines. Rhodes is a native of West Palm Beach, Florida. Marine Corps

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Benjamin Vega with the 494th Aircraft Maintenance Unit from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, signals an F-15E Strike Eagle in support of exercise Poseidons Rage at Souda Air Base, Greece, July 8, 2022. Routine Exercises like this help to achieve localized air superiority and strengthen the NATO Alliance.

Special operations engineer transmitting crucial information to the army headquarters, IT operator gathers intelligence from CCTV surveillance system. Trooper examines field data. Close up.

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules is seen in the glasses of a U.S. Air Force Airmen during a mass casualty scenario as part of Cope North 24 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 11, 2024.U.S., RAAF and JASDF critical care air transport teams recently conducted a mass casualty exercise, treating and transporting over 50 patients from isolated airfields across Tinian, Saipan and Guam. An interchangeable medical service is a force-multiplier in the Indo-Pacific Region Air Force

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Manoel Robinson, 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron aerial refueling specialist, refuels a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon over southwest Asia, May 16, 2022 during exercise Accurate Test 22. U.S. participation in exercises such as these reassures our coalition and regional partners and allies of our commitment to the security and stability of this region.

STAFF Sergeant Glen R. Lenocker, USMC, Combat Engineer, 1ST CEB (Combat Engineer Battalion), BLT 1/4 (Battalion Landing Team), from the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU (SOC)) checks the inside of the schoolhouse to see what needs to be done next. The schoolhouse is being built as part of community relations during Exercise EDGE MALLET 02 in Faza, Kenya. (Substandard image). Subject Operation/Series: EDGE MALLET 02 Base: Faza State: Coast Country: Kenya (KEN)

modern warfare soldier in urban environment battlefield aiming on weapons and scanning for target

221026-N-IX644-1020 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 26, 2022) Quartermaster 3rd Class Chance Joneswoods, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), uses a statometer to calculate the range to the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler Kanawha (T-AO 196) during a replenishment-at-sea while participating in the NATO-led vigilance activity Neptune Strike 22.2 (NEST 22.2), in the Adriatic Sea, Oct. 26, 2022. NEST 22.2 is the natural evolution of NATO's ability to integrate the high-end maritime warfare capabilities of a carrier strike group to support the defense of the alliance in Europe.

Senior Airman Isaac McDowell, a crew chief assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron, marshals out an F-15E Strike Eagle during exercise Point Blank at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Aug 24, 2022. Point Blank is a recurring, low-cost exercise initiative designed to increase tactical proficiency of U.S., U.K. Ministry of Defense and other NATO forces.

010723-M-6537L-021. Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 1ST MARDIV

Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DART) - Marine Safety Office St. Louis - 26-HK-122-87. Hurricane Katrina

221001-N-IL330-1081 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 1, 2022) - Fire Controlman 2nd Class Anthony Soens, from Honolulu, inspects ammunition aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 1, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220722-N-JR318-3003 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 22, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Brandon Smith, from Shallowater, Texas, assigned to the Sunliners of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81, removes masking tape from a wind screen for an F/A-18E Super Hornet in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), July 22, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

TSUGARU STRAITS (Feb. 4, 2024) Petty Officer 3rd Class Randy Minalla stands watch in the combat information center (CIC) aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) while transiting the Tsugaru Straits. Rafael Peralta is forward-deployed and assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force. Navy

A U.S. Marine with 2d Reconnaissance Battalion, 2d Marine Division, participates in a water obstacle course during Exercise Tres Kolos in Savaneta, Aruba, Oct. 19, 2022. This exercise promotes partnerships, shares knowledge, and enhances interoperability between the forces in order to strengthen our common defense, foster stability and defeat threats.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Dylan Richardson, 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels a B-52H Stratofortress from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., during a Bomber Task Force mission over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 10, 2022. The bomber deployment showcases the U.S. militarys commitment to regional security and demonstrates the capabilities of a short-notice, rapid deployment of assets. The B-52 is a long-range, heavy bomber, capable of flying high subsonic speeds at altitudes up to 50,000 feet providing the U.S., coalition and partner forces with a global strike capability to deter conflict while credibly demonstrating the U.S.s ability to address a global security environment.

Operations Specialist 1st Class Morgan Chapman, a native of Mebane, North Carolina, stands watch in the combat information center aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25) while underway in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 15, 2024. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of USS Boxer (LHD 4), Somerset, and USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), and the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway conducting integrated training and routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge - New Orleans Flood Operations - Personnel - 26-HK-380-112. Hurricane Katrina

Capt. Hayden Schmitt, 3rd Airlift Squadron pilot, conducts pre-mission planning before the start of Castaway 22-2 at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, Aug. 31, 2022. Castaway is a total force interagency exercise that tests Dovers capabilities, use of tactics, techniques, and procedures to see if redefinition is needed for its standard operating procedures of search and rescue.

220812-N-VJ326-1175 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 12, 2022) - Air-Traffic Controller 2nd Class Gerardo Sanchez, from Streamwood, Illinois, organizes administrative tasks in Amphibious Air Traffic Central Control (AATCC) aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 12, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

040114-F-7875T-003. Base: Incirlik Air Base, Adana Country: Turkey (TUR) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

230329-N-DQ787-1028ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 29, 2023) Aircrew Survival Equipmentman Jadeon Wells uses firemain to clean the welldeck after conducting aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) testing aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) March 29, 2023. Wasp is currently underway conducting Type Commander (TYCOM) sea trials.

DN-SC-89-08010. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

Senior Airman Torrey Decuir, A-10C Thunderbolt II Demonstration Team crew chief, performs post-flight inspections at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Sept. 28, 2022. The A-10 Demonstration Team travels around the country to different airshows to showcase the abilities of the A-10 and its Airmen, as well as their contributions to the Air Force mission and national security.

Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Jordan lavier, from Sebastian, Florida, assigned to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213, performs routine maintenance on a F/A-18F Super Hornet in the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) hangar bay, Oct. 7, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

Aviation Boatswain Mate (Fuels) Third Class (ABF3) Joseph Rolack operates the refueling truck while refueling aircraft during the fleet exercise at the Naval Air Station. Subject Operation/Series: COMPTUEX 95 Base: Nas, Roosevelt Roads State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Elias Sanchez, 55th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, waits for a pilot to approach the flightline during exercise Red Flag-Nellis (RF-N) 23-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 20, 2023. The 20th Maintenance Group is a vital component to the Wild Weasel mission, and the Airmen involved in supporting RF-N 23-2 are critical to delivering combat airpower and ensuring the 20th Fighter Wing aircrew receive world-class training.

011022-N-9818S-016. Base: Crowley 450-10 Barge Scene Major Command Shown: CINCPACFLT

CPL. Rollings checks his breathing bag in preparation for making a dive in Fleming Key. Rollings is assigned to U.S. Marine Corps active duty training (ACDUTRA) for reservists of the 3rd Force Reconnaissance Company from Mobile, Alabama. Base: Naval Air Station, Key West State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

221015-N-UL352-1055 GULF OF OMAN (Oct. 15, 2022) Gunners Mate 3rd Class Brian Fernandez, assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), fires a shot line during a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Matthew Perry (T-AKE 9) in the Gulf of Oman, Oct. 15. Delbert D. Black is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

020415-F-2902B-013. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: Kandahar Air Base Country: Afghanistan (AFG) Scene Major Command Shown: AMC

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jessica Mathias, KC-135 aerial refueling specialist assigned to the 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron provides fuel to a U.S. E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System aircraft within the U.S. Air Forces Central area of responsibility Sep. 6, 2022. AFCENT forces remain postured to uphold whole of government diplomacy efforts to promote security and regional stability in the Middle East.

US Navy Aviation Boatswains Mate Third Class Jaynor Driver takes a deserved rest during flight operations aboard USS HARRY S. TRUMAN ( CVN 75). Truman is participating in Fleet Battle Experiment Hotel in the Jackonsville, Florida, operating area of the Atlantic Ocean. Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

U.S. Army Sgt. Liva Rajaonahelison inspects a Goran Generator at an undisclosed location, Oct.11, 2022. As a 12P, Rajaonahelison specializes in Prime Power Production. In wartime, Prime Power personnel are responsible to deploy, install, operate, and maintain the Army's power generation and distribution assets in support of theater commanders.

A U.S. Air Force survival, evasion, resistance and escape specialist assigned to the 437th Operations Support Squadron, stationed at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, instructs Airmen on island survival skills at Andersen Air Force Base, Dec. 5, 2022. Airmen assigned to the 437th Airlift Wing conducted off-station training in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility to hone global reach and readiness capabilities.

220715-N-IL330-1015 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 15, 2022) -Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Thomas Petchel, from Virginia Beach, Virginia, dons his firefighting ensemble on the mess decks during a general quarters drill aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220830-N-VJ326-1084 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 30, 2022) - Chief Gunners Mate David Stevens, right, from Westerville, Ohio, supervises a small arms qualification aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 30, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jared Breaux, 70th Aerial Refueling Squadron in-flight refueler assigned to Travis Air Force Base, California, completes pre-fueling checklists over the Eastern Gulf of Mexico, Aug. 16, 2022. Breaux completed night time air-to-air refueling missions to assist in the training of F-22 Raptor student pilots.

220411-N-UP745-2027 East Mediterranean Sea (April 11, 2022) Professional Apprenticeship Career Track Seaman Sean Sutherland, from Austin, Tx., maneuvers the ship from the helm aboard Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), in the East Mediterranean Sea, April 11, 2022. Jason Dunham is a part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interest in Europe and Africa.

Adam M. Ochylski from the 20th Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives (CBRNE) Command logistics section was selected as the command Civilian of the Quarter for the 4th quarter. Ochylski was recognized for the integration and management of supply, transportation, equipment, maintenance, contract surveillance and other functions. U.S. Army photo by Marshall R. Mason.

220412-N-UP745-1244 East Mediterranean Sea (April 12, 2022) Professional Apprenticeship Career Track Fireman Raul Caballero-Juarez, from Jacksonville, Fla., cleans a vari-nozzle during a routine maintenance aboard Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), in the East Mediterranean Sea, April 12, 2022. Jason Dunham is a part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interest in Europe and Africa.

An F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft maintainer assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron perform pre-flight inspections on an aircraft at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Nov. 2, 2022. The Liberty Wing has been performing night flying operations in order to maintain readiness and showcase operational capabilities.

120515-N-OA833-015ANNAPOLIS, Md. (May 15, 2012) A first-year midshipmen, or plebe, participates in a strength portion of the U.S. Naval AcademyÕs annual Sea Trials. Sea Trials is modeled after the Marine CorpsÕ Crucible and the NavyÕs Battle Stations recruit programs. It is a capstone event for the fourth class midshipmen and serves as a leadership challenge for the upper class who lead each event during the exercise.

SENIOR AIRMAN Robert Espinosa, an avionics technician with the 53rd Fighter Squadron, waits for his unit's aircraft to return from a mission during Operation Deny Flight, the enforcement of the United Nations-sanctioned no-fly zone over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Subject Operation/Series: DENY FLIGHT Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Blake Sprayberry with Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, participates in the Oleoresin Capsicum Course during Security Augmentation Force (SAF) training at MCRD San Diego, May 13, 2022. SAF training is conducted to provide MCRD San Diego with qualified and properly trained personnel ready to support the provost marshals office.

A U.S. service member, deployed to Prince Sultan Air Base, is left stunned by a card trick during Operation Magic All-Stars, Oct. 13, 2022, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Operation Magic All Stars was brought to PSAB by Armed Forces Entertainment in coordination with the 378th Expeditionary Force Support Squadron. AFE and the 378th EFSS share a mission of raising troop morale and mental health within USCENTCOMs area of responsibility.

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Joshua Yum, a data system administrator with Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic, Marine Forces Command, Marine Forces Northern Command, participates in a plank exercise during a battalion physical training event at Camp Elmore, Virginia, February 21, 2024. Marines participated in a battalion physical training event to increase unit cohesion, enhance morale, camaraderie, and promote goodwill and fellowship among MARFORCOM personnel. Marine Corps

050112-F-3961R-007. Base: Andersen Air Force Base State: Guam (GU) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A U.S. Air Force crew chief assigned to the 510th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron performs preflight checks on an F-16 Fighting Falcon at 86th Air Base, Romania, May 3, 2022. The 510th EFS is deployed from the 31st Fighter Wing at Aviano Air Base.

031031-A-1866H-061. Base: Randolph Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Boston (Aug 30, 2022) U.S. Navy Airman Khalil Moore, from Daytona Beach, Florida, climbs the shrouds USS Constitution. USS Constitution, is the worlds oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. During normal operations, the active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year as they support the ships mission of promoting the Navys history and maritime heritage and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence. USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponents.

Capt. Michelle Strickland, 555th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, prepares for flight during exercise Falcon Strike 2022 at Amendola Air Base, Italy, Nov. 17, 2022. Falcon Strike 22 gave multiple NATO nations an opportunity to share knowledge and operational procedures with one another.

220628-N-TT639-1105 EAST CHINA SEA (June 28, 2022) Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Anthony Vallejo, from San Diego, washes his hands before preparing food in the galley aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 28, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jimmy Thompson, 660th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron KC-10 Extender aerospace propulsion craftsman, swaps an engine on a KC-10 at Travis Air Force Base, California, Oct. 24, 2022. Airmen assigned to the 660th AMXS maintain, repair and advance Travis AFBs fleet of KC-10 aircraft.

220816-F-LN908-0746INDIAN OCEAN (Aug. 16, 2022) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Devin Parido, from Tampa Bay, Fla., assigned to the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) operates a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB), Aug. 16, 2022. Hershel "Woody" Williams is rotationally deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Keegan Salas, 50th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling specialist, refuels within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 2, 2022. The KC-135 delivers global reach aerial refueling capability to support joint and partner nation aircraft throughout the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.

020509-F-4328T-004. Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Tech. Sgt. Keshawn Reedus, 647th Security Forces Squadron standardizations and evaluations noncommissioned officer-in-charge, gives an opening statement before a 5K Fun Run at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Sept. 23, 2022. Reedus assisted with coordinating the run and spoke in support of suicide prevention and awareness.

U.S. Army Spc. Nicholaus Loureiro, a cavalry scout assigned to the 1st Squadron, 14th Cavalry Regiment, based at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, provides security in some tall grass while other members of his team conduct area reconnaissance June 16, during Combat Support Training Exercise 91-22-01 at Fort Hunter Liggett, California. Active duty Soldiers from the 1-14 Cav. Regiment are providing support to Army Reserve units participating in the exercise by acting as enemy forces who perform simulated attacks on Soldiers, creating a more realistic wartime scenario.

220823-N-OL611-1023 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 23, 2022) Culinary Specialist Seaman Kristoffer Russell, a native of Temecula, Calif., stands watch aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Aug. 23. Vinson is currently pierside in its homeport of San Diego.

220810-N-HS181-1008 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 10, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Noah Kennedy, a native of Phoenix, Ariz., uses a sound-powered phone in Damage Control Central aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Aug. 10. Vinson is currently pierside in its homeport of San Diego.

U.S. Army Spc. Anthony Bernardo from Space and Missile Defense Command places an identification tag on his luggage in preparation for Best Squad Competition at Austin-Bergstrom Airport, Austin, Texas, August 12, 2022. The Best Squad Competition promotes esprit-de-corps and recognizes Soldiers who demonstrate commitment to Army Values and embody the Warrior Ethos.

Senior Airman Luis Alvarez from the 94th Fighter Generation Squadron, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., uses a cooling vest to keep his body temperature down while repairing damages inside an aircraft hangar on September 8, 2022. The 1st Fighter Wing and Air Combat Command's science and technology team are taking the lead to protect Airmen from the heat, using a battery-powered cooling vest.

221026-N-LK647-1135 ATLANTIC OCEANSonar Technician (Surface) Seaman Dorion Hitchman, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), practices tactical team movement through the ship during a Ships Reactionary Force (Basic) course, while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 26, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

U.S. Navy Lt. John Gwin, an integrated air and missile defense warfare tactics instructor assigned to the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center, engages in an interview aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) while underway in the Pacific Ocean to participate in a Live Fire With A Purpose exercise, Sept. 16, 2022. Gwin was working with a data analytics team from Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division, to provide training and analysis of a missile launch during the training exercise.

PENTLAND FIRTH STRAIT (Oct. 7, 2022) Lt. Danyelle Davis looks through binoculars in the pilothouse of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) as the ship transits through the Pentland Firth Strait while participating in exercise Joint Warrior 22-2, Oct. 7, 2022. Exercise Joint Warrior 22-2 is a U.K.-hosted, multilateral training exercise designed to provide NATO and allied forces with a unique multi-warfare environment to prepare for global operations. Roosevelt is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

220612-N-YS933-1002 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 10, 2022) Operations Specialist Second Class Chavez Salvador from Pomona, Calif., stands watch during a simulated strait transit aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

221007-N-KL637-1103 SOUDA BAY, Crete (Oct. 7, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), along with the embarked staff of Carrier Strike Group 10, participate in a tour of a traditional wine factory provided by the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation, during a scheduled port visit to Souda Bay, Crete Oct. 7, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

221007-N-KL637-1103 SOUDA BAY, Crete (Oct. 7, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), along with the embarked staff of Carrier Strike Group 10, participate in a tour of a traditional wine factory provided by the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation, during a scheduled port visit to Souda Bay, Crete Oct. 7, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

A recruit attempts to get over a wall on the obstacle course during basic training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Base: Usmc Recruit Depot,Parris Island State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220916-N-CM110-1010 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 16, 2022) - Information Systems Technician 1st Class Jason OKelley, from New York, provides training on knowledge manager tasks aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 16, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

US Marine Corps Sergeant Duaine Martin, Headquarters and Service Battallion Marine Corps, Quantico, Virginia, mentally prepares before a match during the Greco-Roman 19th World Military Wrestling Championship at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. The Conseil International du Sport Militaire 19th World Military Wrestling Championship (CISM) is a multi-national wrestling tournament hosted by Camp Lejeune. Competing nations include: Brazil, China, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Slovakia, Turkey, the United States and Vietnam. Wrestlers will be competing in two different competitions, Free-Style and Greco-Roman. Founded on Feb. 18, 1948, CISM is one of the largest .... Complete Scene Caption: US Marine Corps Sergeant Duaine Martin, Headquarters and Service Battallion Marine Corps, Quantico, Virginia, mentally prepares before a match during the Greco-Roman 19th World Military Wrestling Championship at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. The Conseil Internation

Tech Sgt. Brian Naughton, an Assistant Crew Chief with the 914th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, wraps up a communication line after conducting a preflight check of a KC-135 Stratotanker on Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, NY, 15 August, 2022. Maintainers provide the skills and work necessary to prepare aircraft for sustained periods of flight.

Pararescue demonstrates capabilities during AGILE FLAG 22-2, at Avon Park Auxiliary Air Field, Florida, July 23, 2022. AGILE FLAG 22-2 marks a significant milestone in standardizing the way Air Combat Command organizes, trains, and equips for Agile Combat Employment after a period of experimentation. PJs play a large role in the execution of the mission.

GunnerÕs Mate Seaman David Thompson, from Chicago, assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. FordÕs (CVN 78) weapons department, installs a .50 caliber gun mount, March 27, 2023. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean executing its Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX), an intense, multi-week exercise designed to fully integrate a carrier strike group as a cohesive, multi-mission fighting force and to test their ability to carry out sustained combat operations from the sea. As the first-in-class ship of Ford-class aircraft carriers, CVN 78 represents a generational leap in the U.S. Navy's capacity to project power on a global scale.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kahlil Pendleton-Kelly, a 407th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron weather duty forecaster, operates a Kestrel while observing the weather at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Jan. 19, 2023. The Kestrel is used during manual surface weather observations by measuring temperature, dew point, atmospheric pressure, altimeter setting, wind speed and direction. These measurements are essential for safe airfield operations..

A U.S. Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadet from Mitchell High School looks at the flight line operations from the catwalk of the air traffic control tower on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, San Diego, California, April 20, 2022.. The cadets also received an obstacle course and Marine Corps Martial Art Program demonstration, visited the air traffic control tower, and saw a static display on the flight line as part of a visit to the base to familiarize them with air-station operations and everyday life in the military.

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- Basic cadets from the Class of 2027 arrive at the U.S. Air Force Academy for in-processing (I-Day), on June 28, 2023, in Colorado Springs, Colo. I-Day marks the start of their journey of becoming a commissioned officer in the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jake Chenevert, a flight-equipment technician with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167, poses for a photo at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center, Michigan, Aug. 12, 2022. HMLA-167 trained with U.S. Army National Guard and U.S. Air National Guard units during joint exercise Northern Strike 22-2. HMLA-167 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.

Injured U.S. soldiers cared for at National Naval Medical Center

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nigel Jessamy, 374th Communications Squadron network infrastructure technician, makes the final call from an analog phone supported by the Meridian Stored Logic 100 switch at Yokota Air Base, Feb. 6, 2024. Yokota is the first base in the Pacific Air Forces to complete the Voice Over Internet Protocol transition and is leading the way in modernizing the communication methods of the Air Force. Air Force

A Japanese Security Guard with Provost Marshals Office, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, gets sprayed during an oleoresin capsicum spray response training on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Sep. 16, 2022. During the Marine-led training, JSGs navigated through an obstacle course while experiencing the effects of OC spray, also known as pepper spray. The training consists of tactics to subdue and arrest a subject and ensures law enforcement personnel understand the effects of the spray.

Corporal Ryan A. Siwak, a cannoneer with Golf Battery, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and native of Penn Yan, N. Y., winces as oleoresin capsicum (a more potent form of pepper spray) hits his face during the culminating event of the units public disorder and non-lethal weapons employment training aboard Camp Hanson, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 24, 2014. Experiencing OC spray ensures Marines understand the effects and, if cross-contaminated during use, they are able to fight through the pain and perform their job.

Inter-American Defense College Staff, Faculty and Students tour Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pa., Sept. 23, 2022. The Park protects and interprets the landscape of the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. There are 43,000 American Civil War artifacts that are displayed in the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center. The Visit It is an academic field study that is part of the master's program offered by the college.

A crew member takes a break aboard the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB-62). Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

Tech. Sgt. Keshawn Reedus, 647th Security Forces Squadron standardizations and evaluations noncommissioned officer-in-charge, passes out Halloween candy during the Trunks of Treats event at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Oct. 28, 2022. Trunk-or-Treat is an event that offers trick-or-treating down a row of decorated vehicles for families to walk through and receive candy.

230407-N-LN782-1202 (Apr. 07, 2023) A graduating Sailor corrects his cover before entering Midway Ceremonial Drill Hall before for a pass-in-review graduation ceremony at Recruit Training Command. Boot camp is approximately 10 weeks and all enlistees into the U.S. Navy begin their careers at the command. Training includes five warfighting competencies of firefighting, damage control, seamanship, watchstanding, and small arms handling and marksmanship along with physical fitness and lessons in Navy heritage and core values, Warrior Toughness, Life Skills, teamwork and discipline. More than 40,000 recruits train annually at the Navys only boot camp.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Pookela Fernandez, a pavement and construction equipment troop Dirt Boy assigned to the 154th Civil Engineering Squadron in the Hawaii Air National Guard pauses after concrete pour alongside members of the 163D Civil Engineering Squadron (CES) from March Air Reserve Base in California on the Special Olympics Training Facility construction grounds in Ewa Beach, Hawaii on August 3, 2022. The 163D CES participated in Innovative Readiness Training by traveling to the Island of Oahu to assist in the construction of a training facility, and connecting sidewalk for the impaired athletes of the Hawaii Special Olympics.

A U.S. military civil engineer paints the outside of a school during renovations as part of Pacific Angel 22-4 in Baucau, Timor-Leste, Sept. 12, 2022. The operation, scheduled for Sept. 12-17, will focus on capacity building through health services outreach, engineering civic action program construction projects and subject matter expert exchanges. Pacific Air Forces participates in PAC ANGEL 22-4 in order to advance interoperability and build upon established partnerships between our military forces and our allies and partners.

With his face caked with mud, USAF SENIOR AIRMAN Nathan Salvemini hollers during a grueling physical workout. He's participating in one of the toughest courses in the military - pararescue and combat control training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, where students' willpower is pushed to the limit. This image is seen in the August 1998 edition of AIRMAN Magazine. Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Randal Solis, a gunners mate assigned to USCGC Mohawk (WMEC 913), uses a sound powered phone during a general quarters drill while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, Sept. 2, 2022. Mohawk is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

220801-N-GF955-1180NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain (Aug. 1, 2022) Cmdr. Aaron Arky, commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), makes a beginning of patrol announcement as the ship departs Naval Station Rota, Spain for a patrol, Aug. 1, 2022. Paul Ignatius, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

060330-N-7981E-061. Base: USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Damion Lopez, right, a metal worker and a native of Illinois, explains welding techniques to Cpl. Evan Shafley, a heavy equipment operator and native of Michigan, both with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171, Marine Aircraft Group 12, during the first day of construction at the Ban Prakaet school, Chanthaburi, Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 9, 2024. Marines of MWSS-171 lent their engineering expertise to multilateral humanitarian efforts during Cobra Gold 24. Joint Exercise Cobra Gold is the largest joint exercise in mainland Asia and a concrete example of the strong alliance and strategic relationship between Thailand and the United States. This year will be the 43rd iteration of the multilateral exercise and will be held from Feb. 27 to March 8, 2024. Marine Corps

981015-F-0629H-005. Base: Grand Forks Int Airport State: North Dakota (ND) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Royal Thai Army Sergeant Major 1st Class Totsakorn Tungpila, a student with Thailand Mine Action Center (TMAC), holds a plank during a group physical training event in order to earn his Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) badge for an EOD level 1-2 course at Fort Bhanurangsi, Ratchaburi, Thailand, Feb. 8, 2024. Royal Thai and American Armed Forces work together to train TMAC students in EOD level 1-2 in order to develop an EOD capacity to assist TMACs mission of becoming landmine free. This partnership is aligned with the U.S. Department of Defenses Humanitarian Mine Action Program, which assists partnered nations affected by landmines, explosive remnants of war, and the hazardous effects of unexploded ordnance. Marine Corps

221012-N-LK647-1261 ATLANTIC OCEANChief Machinists Mate (Sel.) Michael Joint, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), participates in physical training during chief season while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 12, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

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