Aircraft Carriers at Sea

Dramatic views of various Nimitz-class aircraft carriers navigating the ocean, showcasing maritime military capabilities.

The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) steams the Atlantic Ocean during a simulated straits transit with the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) in the Atlantic Ocean, Oct. 9, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group 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. Navy's commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

120602-N-NB694-333 ARABIAN SEA (June 2, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the Arabian Sea. Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and combat flight operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

A bow view of the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63) underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

110520-N-VQ827-582ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 20, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) is underway during the Royal Navy-sponsored joint exercise Saxon Warrior 11. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

GULF OF OMAN (June 25, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) transits through the Gulf of Oman. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

GULF OF OMAN (June 26, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) completes a turn in the Gulf of Oman. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

DN-SC-89-02725. Subject Operation/Series: TEAM WORK 88 Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Aircraft line the deck of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) as the vessel is underway during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: USS John F. Kennedy(CV 67)

060421-N-7130B-171. Country: Persian Gulf

The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) steams the Atlantic Ocean during a simulated straits transit with the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) in the Atlantic Ocean, Oct. 9, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group 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. Navy's commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

030410-N-9851B-131. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

An elevated bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70) underway. Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

A port quarter view of the amphibious assault ship USS GUADALCANAL (LPH-7) anchored off the coast of Puerto Rico during Exercise Ocean Venture '88. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '88 Base: USS Guadalcanal (LPH 7) Country: Caribbean Sea

220928-N-LI114-1240 WATERS EAST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (Sept. 28, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) sails with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy destroyer ROKS Munmu the Great (DDH 976), in waters east of the Korean peninsula, Sept. 28. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is participating with the ROK Navy in Maritime Counter Special Operations Exercise (MCSOFEX) to strengthen interoperability and training. The U.S. routinely conducts CSG operations in the waters around the ROK to exercise maritime maneuvers, strengthen the U.S.-ROK alliance, and improve regional security.

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69) underway during the NATO Southern Region exercise DRAGON HAMMER '90. In the background at upper left is the British light aircraft carrier HMS INVINCIBLE (R-05). Subject Operation/Series: DRAGON HAMMER '90 Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

BAY OF BENGAL (April 14, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52), and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) transit in formation with Indian navy ships during Exercise Malabar 2012. Carl Vinson, Bunker Hill, and Halsey are part of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1, and are participating in the annual bi-lateral naval field training exercise with the Indian navy to advance multinational maritime relationships and mutual security issues.

220604-N-JO823-1140 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 4, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), along with Carrier Strike Group 5 and Republic of Korea Navy ships, steams in formation during Carrier Strike Group Exercise 2022. Carrier Strike Group Exercise is a bilateral exercise between the U.S. Navy and Republic of Korea Navy. This exercise allows our navies to refine operations and engagement to strengthen future cooperation while supporting the alliance that remains vital to the security interests of both nations and to stability in Northeast Asia.

111120-N-RU841-364INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 20, 2011) The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) leads a formation of U.S. and Indonesian navy ships during a pass and review.

USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) US Navy

110127-N-8369A-014ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 27, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) maneuvers through a turn while underway in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 6, 2015) The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45) transit the Arabian Sea during an underway replenishment. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group and the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 27, 2020) A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Tomcatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31 flies above the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), Feb. 27, 2020. The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific.

061031-N-0119G-069. Base: Red Sea

CORAL SEA (July 15, 2019) The Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) sails alongside the Military Sealift Command (MSC) dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Matthew Perry (T-AKE 9) during a replenishment-at-sea. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.

An aerial port bow view of the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63) underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

120504-N-RY232-789 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 4, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) is underway in the Atlantic Ocean. Dwight D. Eisenhower, the flagship for Carrier Strike Group 8, is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise in the Atlantic Ocean.

1979 - A starboard view of the aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) underway.

060505-N-0610T-057. Complete Scene Caption: The US Navy (USN) Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS MCCAMPBELL (DDG 85) comes alongside the USN Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76) for a routine fueling at sea in support of the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT).2006 USS McCampbell (DDG 85) comes alongside USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) for a routine fueling at sea (FAS). Reagan is currently deployed as part of a routine rotation of U.S. maritime forces in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedomas well as conducting Maritime Security Operations (MSO) in the region. MSO set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts in regional nations. MSO deny international terrorists use of the maritime environment as a venue for attack or to transport personnelweaponsor other material. Official U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 1ST Class (AW/NAC) James Thierry (R

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 22, 2022) Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the Philippine Sea, Jan. 22, 2022. Operating as part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, units assigned to Carl Vinson and Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Groups, America and Essex Amphibious Ready Groups, alongside Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, are conducting training to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joe Rolfe)

220708-N-QI593-1046 IONIAN SEA (July 8, 2022) USS Harry S. Truman receives stores from USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE-5) by an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter, attached to the Dragon Slayers” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11 while conducting a replenishment-at-sea with USNS Supply (T-AOE-6) as seen from USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Ionian Sea, July 8, 2022. Bainbridge 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.

061117-N-7130B-265. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

110224-N-RC734-090PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 24, 2011) An AV-8B Harrier assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer and the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) are part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group underway on a scheduled deployment to the western Pacific region.

DN-SC-87-10300. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220823-N-VJ326-2157 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 23, 2022) - Amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) sails alongside Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) destroyer JS Ohnami (DD 111), Aug. 23, 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.

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69) underway during the NATO Southern Region exercise DRAGON HAMMER '90. Underway behind the EISENHOWER are the Italian light aircraft carrier ITS GIUSEPPE GARIBALDI (C-551), left, and the Spanish aircraft carrier SPS PRINCIPE DE ASTURIAS (R-11). Subject Operation/Series: DRAGON HAMMER '90 Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

120606-N-SK590-299 ARABIAN SEA (June 6, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), right, the Military Sealift Command replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200), and the British Royal Navy type-45 destroyer HMS Daring (D32), rear, conduct a replenishment-at-sea. Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and combat flight operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 4, 2012) The Royal Navy destroyer HMS Diamond (D34) is underway alongside the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 9, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) transits the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

010409-N-0271M-006. Country: South Pacific

SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 1, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the South China Sea. Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

041112-N-4565G-002. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Usns Guadalupe (T-AO 200)

Aerial bow on view of the aircraft carrier USS Saratoga (CV-60) underway. EXACT DATE SHOT UNKNOWN. Subject Operation/Series: Mediterranean Deployment '92 Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 6, 2016) - Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO-198) conducts a vertical replenishment- with USS Wasp (LHD 1) Aug. 6, 2016. Wasp is deployed with the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations.

A port view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN-68) underway off the coast of California during pre-cruise work ups. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A starboard view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN-73) underway in formation with the nuclear-powered aircraft carriers USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71), center, and the USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) during flight deck and catapult certification exercises off the Virginia Capes. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

The US Navy's nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) (bottom), the conventional carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66) (center), and the US Navy's Kilauea Class Ammunition Ship USS MOUNT BAKER (AE 34) (top), cruise the waters of the Mediterranean during turnover operations. George Washington assumed duties as part of Battle Force Sixth Fleet, while America prepared her return to their homeport of Norfolk, Virginia, following a highly successful six-month deployment that included operations in the Adriatic in support of NATO peace Operation JOINT ENDEAVOR. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220908-N-YD731-1002 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 8, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), back, sails alongside the Orizzonte-class destroyer ITS Caio Duilio (D 554) during combined operations in the Adriatic Sea, Sep. 8, 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.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 19, 2013) Sailors perform a foreign object debris walkdown on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) as the guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) transits behind. John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

DN-SC-87-10723. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2019) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14 hovers as two EA-18G Growlers assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133 launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) in the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 6, 2019. John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) underway. Country: Unknown

220604-N-IR734-5097 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 4, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), along with Carrier Strike Group 5 and Republic of Korea Navy ships, steams in formation during Carrier Strike Group Exercise 2022. Carrier Strike Group Exercise is a bilateral exercise between the U.S. Navy and Republic of Korea Navy. This exercise allows our navies to refine operations and engagement to strengthen future cooperation while supporting the alliance that remains vital to the security interests of both nations and to stability in Northeast Asia.

ARABIAN SEA (April 13, 2014) Sailors of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) assemble in formation on the flight deck in honor of the ship's namesake's 90th birthday on June 12, 2014. George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

USS Harry S. Truman with Crowded Flight Deck

STRAIT OF HORMUZ (May 1, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), left, and the guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71) transit the Strait of Hormuz. Abraham Lincoln and Cape St. George are 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 1, 2015) The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) launches aircraft from Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9. The ships comprising the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group are participating in a group sail exercise designed to develop coordinated capabilities.

A starboard view of the island structure and amidships section of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN 68). Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

The amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC 19), and the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH 2) lie tied up at a pier at the US Navy Administrative Support Unit, Bahrain. Country: Bahrain (BHR)

USS Eisenhower (CVN-69) sits off the coast of Port-au-Prince, Haiti in support of Restore Democracy. Subject Operation/Series: RESTORE DEMOCRACY Base: Port Au Prince Country: Haiti (HTI)

220608-N-GP384-1123 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (June 8, 2022) Turkish Navy Frigate TCG Giresun (F 491), left, transits alongside USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 8, 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 12, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93) and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) sail through the Pacific Ocean. John C. Stennis and Chung-Hoon are currently conducting routine operations as part of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3 in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

A starboard quarter view of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV 60) underway during operations with the 6th Fleet. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

050519-N-8163B-001. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS T. Roosevelt (CVN-71)

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 23, 2013) The amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) transits the Pacific Ocean. Peleliu is the flagship for the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group, on deployment in the western Pacific region.

110620-ZS026-N-243 GULF OF ADEN (June 20, 2011) The amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) transits the Gulf of Aden in preparation for a underway replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3), not pictured. Boxer is underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

220604-N-IR734-4575 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 4, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) steams in formation with the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) landing platform-helicopter ROKS Marado (LPH 6112) along with Carrier Strike Group 5 and ROKN ships during Carrier Strike Group Exercise 2022. Carrier Strike Group Exercise is a bilateral exercise between the U.S. Navy and Republic of Korea Navy. This exercise allows our navies to refine operations and engagement to strengthen future cooperation while supporting the alliance that remains vital to the security interests of both nations and to stability in Northeast Asia.

An aerial starboard beam view of the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

The Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser PORT ROYAL (CG 73) steams along side the aircraft carriers USS NIMITZ (CVN 68) and USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62) during the final stages of exercise Valiant Blitz '97, off the coast of Yokosuka, Japan. Valiant Blitz provided an opportunity for the carriers to demonstrate power projection through bilateral flight operations. Subject Operation/Series: VALIANT BLITZ '97 Country: Unknown

DN-SC-87-10737. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

F/A-18 Hornet aircraft are parked on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV-41) as the ship is underway in rough seas. Country: Philippine Sea

120718-N-NU634-092SUEZ CANAL (July 18, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) transits the Suez Canal. Dwight D. Eisenhower 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.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 3, 2020) The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), left, and the French navy aircraft carrier FS Charles de Gaulle (R91) are underway in formation. Ike is conducting operations in the Mediterranean Sea as part of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group.

The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) steams in formation with the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group and other coalition warships during a formation transit, Oct. 25, 2022. Ford 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.

050808-N-6536T-011. Country: Persian Gulf

220516-DN159-1262 TYRRHENIAN SEA (May 16, 2022) The littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11), front, transits the Tyrrhenian Sea alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), May 16, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

110620-ZS026-N-144 GULF OF ADEN (June 20, 2011) The amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) approaches the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) in preparation for a underway replenishment at sea. Boxer is underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

120717-N-WA347-230PACIFIC OCEAN (July 17, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) is underway off the coast of the Hawaiian Islands during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012. Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC exercise from Jun. 29 to Aug. 3, in and around the Hawaiian Islands. The worldÕs largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity that helps participants foster and sustain the cooperative relationships that are critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worldÕs oceans. RIMPAC 2012 is the 23rd exercise in the series that began in 1971.

120421-N-KQ416-476 ARABIAN SEA (April 21, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and the British Royal Fleet Auxiliary replenishment oiler RFA Fort Victoria (A387) transit the Arabian Sea. 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.

DN-ST-85-12749. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) out of port as the vessel departs from Fort Lauderdale. Base: Fort Lauderdale State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-87-09295. Country: Unknown

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 12, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) sail in formation during Valiant Shield 2022 (VS22). VS22 is a U.S.-only, biennial field training exercise (FTX) focused on integration of joint training in a multi-domain environment. This training builds real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking, and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land, and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas.

DN-ST-88-00755. Subject Operation/Series: DISPLAY DETERMINATION Country: Unknown

111024-N-BT887-181ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 24, 2011) An MH-60R Sea Hawk assigned to the Raptors of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71 flies near 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 Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn.

NORFOLK (Oct. 13, 2022) - The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), returns to Naval Station Norfolk after a seven-month deployment, Oct. 13. More than 4,000 Sailors and Marines assigned to the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) supported a wide range of interoperability opportunities and exercises across the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations increasing combat readiness and crisis response capabilities while strengthening relationships with both NATO Allies and partners.

NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 4, 2022) - The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) transits the Atlantic Ocean during exercise Northern Viking 22, April 4, 2022. Northern Viking 22 strengthens interoperability and force readiness between the U.S., Iceland and allied nations, enabling multi-domain command and control of joint and coalition forces in the defense of Iceland and Sea lines of Communication in the Greenland, Iceland, United Kingdom (GIUK) gap.

USNS LEROY GRUMMAN (AO 195) (bottom) steams alongside US Navy's nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) (top), following underway replenishment operations in the Adriatic Sea. George Washington and Leroy Grumman are on a scheduled six-month deployment to the Mediterranean, and have been operating in the Adriatic Sea in support of the NATO-led Operation JOINT ENDEAVOR. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Country: Adriatic Sea

DN-SC-89-00011. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

051203-N-4154B-008. Country: Persian Gulf

A stern view of the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63) taking part in underway replenishment operations with the guided missile frigate USS JARRETT (FFG-33). Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A port bow view of the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV 41), anchored in its home port. Various aircraft line the fight deck. Base: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN)

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 26, 2016) The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202). Carl Vinson is underway with embarked Carrier Air Wing 2 and Destroyer Squadron 1 conducting the Tailored Ship's Training Availability (TSTA) and Final Evaluation Problem in preparation for their upcoming deployment. During TSTA, Afloat Training Group Pacific evaluates training drills and real-world scenarios, while placing an emphasis on damage control, flight deck operations and simulated combat.

The aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) makes its way to the southern end of its operating area the morning after the first wave of air strikes against Iraq during DESERT FOX. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT FOX Country: Unknown

PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 26, 2020) U.S. Navy ships assigned to the Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group joined ships of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Escort Flotilla 1, Escort Flotilla 4, and the Royal Canadian Navy in formation while aircraft from the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, JMSDF and Japan Air Self-Defense Force fly in formation during Keen Sword 21. Keen Sword is an example of the strength of the U.S.-Japan Alliance, the foundation of peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region for more than 60 years. The relationships built and maintained during these events are critical to our shared capability to respond to contingencies at a moment's notice.

060416-N-5837R-084. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

101101-N-5684M-902PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 1, 2010) The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) is underway with the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) during a straits training exercise off the coast of California. Ronald Reagan is underway completing a composite training unit exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

111024-N-BT887-560ARABIAN SEA (Oct. 24, 2011) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) conducts flight operations in the Arabian Sea. John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn.

050208-N-4584T-005. Country: Persian Gulf Scene Major Command Shown: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75)

NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN - An AV-8B Harrier, attached to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, takes off from the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge during Northern Viking 22 (LHD 3) April 4, 2022. Northern Viking 22 strengthens interoperability and force readiness between the U.S., Iceland and allied nations, enabling multi-domain command and control of joint and coalition forces in the defense of Iceland and Sea lines of Communication in the Greenland, Iceland, United Kingdom (GUIK) gap.

A bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) underway near Hawaii. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

EAST CHINA SEA (April 11, 2014) An AH-64D Apache Longbow attack helicopter assigned to the 4th Aerial Reconnaissance Battalion (Attack), 2nd Aviation Regiment, lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Bonhomme Richard is the lead ship of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is conducting joint force amphibious operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) and Commander Amphibious Squadron Eleven.

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