Military Helicopter Flight Operations

Dynamic scenes featuring military helicopters in flight operations aboard ships, showcasing teamwork and coordination during maritime activities.

Gulf of Oman, August 30, 2013 - Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit hook cargo to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during a replenishment-at-sea.

A U.S. Sailor assigned to the amphibious transport dock USS Somerset (LPD 25) uses hand-and-arm signals to direct a CH-53E Super Stallion attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, during flight operations in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 4, 2024. The 15th MEU is currently embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group conducting integrated training and routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 19, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) prepare a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) to take off from the ships flight deck. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Theodore C. Lee)

DN-SC-88-00945. Base: USS Guam (LPH 9) Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

060327-A-9930K-014. Subject Operation/Series: FOAL EAGLE Base: USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG-54) Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Major Command Shown: USNFK

Gulf of Oman, August 30, 2013 - Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit hook cargo to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during a replenishment-at-sea.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 4, 2022) An explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technician assigned to EOD Mobile Unit 5 fast-ropes from an MH-60S Sea Hawk attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 15 on to the flight deck aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while conducting operations in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 4. Higgins is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

220525-N-PC065-5179 AEGEAN SEA (May 25, 2022) - A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Rein.), conducts cargo lift training on the flight deck of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24), May 25, 2022. Arlington and embarked elements of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group-22nd MEU team, and are 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.

220915-N-XN177-2202 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 15, 2022) - An AS-332 Super Puma helicopter takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during a replenishment-at-sea with Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE 7) Sept. 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.

A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom helicopter from Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 773, Marine Air Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, in support of Special Marine Air-Ground Task Forces UNITAS LXIII, hovers above the flight deck of the USS Mesa Verde (LPD-19) while conducting cross deck ship landing operations off the coast of Brazil in support of exercise UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 17, 2022. This particular flight serves as the last for Lt. Col. John Bopp in a Huey, as he moves onto fixed wing C-12 aircraft in his next assignment. HMLA-773 serves as the Aviation Combat Element (ACE) for the exercise and executes missions ranging from troop transport, to parachute operations, and close air support (CAS) missions for all 19 countries involved in this years exercise. UNITAS is the worlds longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise that focuses on enhancing interoperability among multiple nations and joint forces during littoral and amphibious operations in order to build

A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom helicopter from Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 773, Marine Air Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, in support of Special Marine Air-Ground Task Forces UNITAS LXIII, hovers above the flight deck of the USS Mesa Verde (LPD-19) while conducting cross deck ship landing operations off the coast of Brazil in support of exercise UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 17, 2022. This particular flight serves as the last for Lt. Col. John Bopp in a Huey, as he moves onto fixed wing C-12 aircraft in his next assignment. HMLA-773 serves as the Aviation Combat Element (ACE) for the exercise and executes missions ranging from troop transport, to parachute operations, and close air support (CAS) missions for all 19 countries involved in this years exercise. UNITAS is the worlds longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise that focuses on enhancing interoperability among multiple nations and joint forces during littoral and amphibious operations in order to build

220614-N-YS933-1123 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 14, 2022) Sailors participate in a simulated Medical Evacuation on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

060722-N-5588M-001. Base: USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7)

220609-N-LI114-1065 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 9, 2022) An MH-60S attached to the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12, deployed aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), approaches the flight deck of the guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) to conduct a simulated Helicopter, Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure exercise. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

220901-N-MW880-1212 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 1, 2022) An MH-60S Nighthawk helicopter attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, flies in formation with a MH-60R Nighthawk attached to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron, Sep. 1, 2022. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of CSG-10 and the George H.W. bush CSG. The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, VFA-103, VFA-86, VFA-136, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, HSC-5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46. 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.

020625-F-9877S-014. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: USS Wasp (LHD 1)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 25, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Matthews Martinez, left, assigned to Beach master Unit Two, and Boatswains Mate 3rd Class Anaile Cardenas, assigned to the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), strap empty pallets to a HM-60 Seahawk assigned to the Helicopter Squadron Command 26 to be returned after a vertical replenishment operation, April 25, 2022. Gunston Hall, assigned to the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, is on a scheduled deployment under the command and control of Task Force 61/2 while operating in U.S. sixth Fleet in support of U.S., Allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

220716-N-XN177-1029 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 16, 2022) - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 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.

220806-N-VJ326-1127 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 6, 2022) - Sailors remove chocks and chains from a CH-53 Super Stallion assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) prior to take-off aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 6, 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.

220705-N-DH616-0006 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 5, 2022) A NH90 helicopter of the Italian Navy lands on the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98). Forrest Sherman is the flagship for Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2), a multinational integrated task group that projects a constant and visible reminder of the Alliances solidarity and cohesion afloat and provides the Alliance with a continuous maritime capability to perform a wide range of tasks, including exercises and real-world operations in periods of crisis and conflict.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 17, 2015) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter lands on the flight deck of guided-missile destroyer USS Bulkeley (DDG 84). Bulkeley is deployed with the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

220511-N-DO281-1172 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 11, 2022) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Jerry Wynn signals to the pilots of an MH-60R helicopter, assigned to the "Griffins" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 79, aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), May 11, 2022. Paul Ignatius is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., Allied and partner interest in Europe and Africa.

220524-N-DW158-1175 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 24, 2022) A Sailor assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5, attached to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 70, fast ropes out of an MH-60S Seahawk attached to the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12 during fast rope training on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 5, 2018) Sailors direct an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Dragon Slayers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11 on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a replenishment-at-sea with the fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE-8), not pictured. Harry S. Truman is conducting sustainment operations in the Atlantic.

220913-N-CM110-1122 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 13; 2022) - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 13; 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.

240224-N-TN409-1787 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 24, 2024) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the "Dragonslayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, carries cargo from the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) to the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a vertical replenishment, Feb. 24, 2024. Truman is the flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group and is currently underway as part of the basic phase. Navy

An SH-60B Seahawk helicopter of Light Helicopter Squadron 38 (HSL-38) prepares to deliver cargo onto the helo flight deck of the Spruance class destroyer USS CONOLLY (DD-979) during an underway replenishment operation off the coast of Cuba. The CONOLLY is returning to the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base after being on station off the coast of Haiti during Operation Support Democracy. Subject Operation/Series: SUPPORT DEMOCRACY Country: Caribbean Sea

ARABIAN SEA (May 18, 2019) Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) fast-rope from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 onto the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) during visit, board, search and seizure training. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group (ABECSG) and Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group (KSGARG) are conducting joint operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. The ABECSG and KSGARG, with the 22nd MEU, are prepared to respond to contingencies and to defend U.S. forces and interests in the region.

220724-N-JR318-1020 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 24, 2022) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the Proud Warriors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72, takes off from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), July 24, 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.

220427-N-TL932-2128 PACIFIC OCEAN (Apr. 27, 2022) Sailors hook ammunition to an MH-60S Sea Hawk, assigned to the Black Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 4, on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), April 27. Vinson is currently underway conducting routine maritime operations in the Pacific Ocean.

110319-N-FX485-084PACIFIC OCEAN (March 19, 2011) An SH-60F Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Black Knights of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 4 prepares to take off from the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) to transport food and humanitarian assistance supplies. Ronald Reagan is operating off the coast of Japan providing humanitarian assistance as directed in support of Operation Tomodachi.

DN-ST-89-07566. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 23, 2022) Boatswains Mate 1st Class Ryan Mcquennie, from Bakersfield, Calif., directs an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the Raptors of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71, while conducting flight operations aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

A U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter pulls in for a landing aboard USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) during a joint Navy-Army training evolution off the coast of Korea March 21, 2006. Blue Ridge is the Seventh Fleet command ship, forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan. The helicopter is attached to Bravo Company, 2nd Battalion, 52nd Aviation Regiment, Camp Humphreys, Korea.

030325-N-2972R-032. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: USS Kearsarge (LHD 3)

230412-N-SN516-1128 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 12, 2023) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the Battlecats of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73 prepares to land during flight quarters aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73). Decatur, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 14, 2013) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Anthony Michalski, left, and Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Tyler Thibault run along the flight deck after hooking a cargo pole on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

230125-N-EH998-1037 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 25, 2023) An MH-60R Seahawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 48, prepares to land on the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94), during exercise Juniper Oak 2023-2, Jan. 25, 2023. Juniper Oak 23-2 is a bilateral military exercise, led by U.S. Central Command and the Israeli Defense Force, designed to enhance interoperability between the U.S. and Israel militaries. Juniper Oak 23-2 joins the long-standing Juniper series that the U.S. and Israel have conducted for more than 20-years.

An SH-3 Sea King helicopter takes off from the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN-68) during the multinational joint service Exercise Bright Star '85. An S-3A Viking aircraft is on the catapult in the background. Subject Operation/Series: BRIGHT STAR '85 Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

221026-N-XB010-1006 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 26, 2022) - Boatswains Mate Seaman Jeremy RosadoGonzalez, from Arecibo, Puerto Rico, left, instructs Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) on chock and chain procedures for an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the “Golden Falcons” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12 while in the Philippine Sea. New Orleans, assigned to Task Force 76/3, joined forces with The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group to conduct combined integrated operations with maritime forces from Canada and Japan to experiment with naval concepts in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

220829-N-XN177-1116 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Aug. 29, 2022) - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 delivers a load of supplies to amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during a vertical replenishment with fleet replenishment oiler USNS Big Horn (T-AO 198), Aug. 29, 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.

220720-N-UJ411-1202 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 20, 2022) Seaman Alene Eichmann prepares to remove chocks and chains from an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Raptors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71, on the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111). Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 15, 2022) An MH-60R helicopter assigned to USS Gridley (DDG 101) takes off from the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) during flight quarters. Benfold is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 15, 2022) U.S. Navy sailors transfer simulated survivors from Legend-class cutter USCGC Midgett (WMSL 757) to a Navy MH-60R Seahawk helicopter to be transported to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopter destroyer JS Izumo (DDH-183) during a mass rescue exericise during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2015) Sailors prepare to secure an SH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the Grandmasters of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46 on the flight deck aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58). Laboon is underway for composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) with the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming scheduled deployment.

U.S. Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), and U.S. Navy Sailors with the USS Jackson, refuel a UH-1Y Venom during exercise Steel Knight 23, over the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 10, 2022. Exercise Steel Knight 23 provides 3rd MAW an opportunity to refine Wing-level warfighting in support of I Marine Expeditionary Forceand fleet maneuver.

An SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter takes off from the flight deck of the guided missile frigate USS DOYLE (FFG-39). A carriage and tracks for the ship's recovery assistance, securing and traversing (RAST) system are on the deck below the helicopter. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 23, 2022) - Chief Boatswain's Mate Brian Nichols, flight deck officer, prepares for an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from Maritime Strike Squadron Seven Nine (HSM-79) to land on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78), Jan. 23, 2022. Porter, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on its 10th patrol in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of regional allies and partners and U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Eric Coffer/Released)

050215-N-1444C-038. Base: Hms Grafton (F 80)

SEA OF JAPAN (April 13, 2022) Sailors chocks and chains an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Raptors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71 on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111). 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.

120615-N-WO496-004 GULF OF OMAN (June 15, 2012) An MH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) delivers cargo to the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) during a vertical replenishment. Porter is deployed as part of Enterprise Carrier Strike Group to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

240224-N-CY569-1030 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 24, 2024) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the "Dragonslayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, carries cargo to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) from the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) during a vertical replenishment, Feb. 24, 2024. Truman is the flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group and is currently underway as part of the basic phase. Navy

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NATUNA SEA (Mar. 27, 2023) Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Matthew Flynt, assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 35, from York, Pennsylvania, prepares to direct the MH-60R SeaHawk, attached to HSM 35, on the flight deck aboard Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Oakland (LCS 24) as Oakland sails across the Natuna Sea, Mar. 27, 2023. Oakland, part of Destroyer Squadron 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with Allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

220726-N-XB010-1014 EAST CHINA SEA (July 26, 2022) AH-1Z Cobra helicopter after taking off from the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) flight deck. New Orleans, part of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 13, 2012) Aviation boatswain's mates direct the takeoff of an AH-1W Cobra helicopter during flight operations aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU), is participating in a certification exercise.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sep. 30, 2016) Petty Officer 2nd Class Randy Morta, from San Diego, directs an MH-60S Sea Hawk assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14 on USS John C. Stennis' (CVN 74) flight deck. John C. Stennis is underway conducting proficiency and sustainment training.

220910-N-XN177-1175 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 10, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuels) 3rd Class Jesus Lozanolozano, from El Paso, Texas, left, and Airman Michael Wanner, from Sherwood, Oregon refuel an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Strike Maritime Squadron (HSM) 51 aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 10, 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.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 12, 2021) Boatswains Mate 1st Class Eric Irish, from Queensbury, N.Y., directs Sailors away from an MH-60S Sea Hawk, assigned to the “Eightballers” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8, on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Finn (DDG 113), Feb. 12, 2021. John Finn, part of the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. As the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed fleet, 7th Fleet routinely operates and interacts with 35 maritime nations while conducting missions to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific Region.

GULF OF OMAN (May 29, 2013) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Gregory Joyner directs an SA-330J Puma helicopter delivering cargo to the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD 17). San Antonio is deployed as part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU), is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperations efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

DN-ST-87-07001. Base: Davao Country: Philippines (PHL)

220126-N-PH222-1228 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 26, 2022)Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Marcus Lopez, from Ontario, California, signals an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Blackjacks of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 21, as a landing signalman during a vertical replenishment-at-sea. Charleston, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden)

220729-N-IL330-2148 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 29, 2022) - A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 29, 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.

220730-N-MM912-2352 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 30, 2022) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14, flies over the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

A flight deck crewman attaches a sling to the underside of an HH-46D Sea Knight from Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 6 (HC-6) during a vertical replenishment operation aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71). The ROOSEVELT Battle Group is assisting in enforcement of the no-fly zone over Bosnia-Herzegovina during Operation Deny Flight. Subject Operation/Series: DENY FLIGHT Base: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Country: Adriatic Sea

PHILIPPINE SEA (April 30, 2022) An MH60-R Sea hawk helicopter, assigned to the Raptors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71, delivers cargo to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53). 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.

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111208-N-BC134-124 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 08, 2011) Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) prepare a cargo pendant during a vertical replenishment. Bunker Hill is on a scheduled deployment to the western Pacific Ocean.

U.S. Marines with Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (Rein.), and Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit secure a joint light tactical vehicle to a CH-53E Super Stallion aboard Expeditionary Mobile Base USS Miguel Keith (ESB-5) during a helicopter support team exercise in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 8, 2022. HSTs enable the setup of an expedient drop zone for heavy equipment to be picked up and transported by flight. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

221110-N-XB010-1003 EAST CHINA SEA (Nov. 10, 2022) - Aviation Boatswains Mate, Fueling, 2nd Class Tameca McKenzie, from Montego Bay, Jamaica, directs a AH-1Z Cobra helicopter as it lands on the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) flight deck while in the South China Sea during Keen Sword 23. Keen Sword is a joint, bilateral, biennial field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase combat readiness and interoperability and strengthen the ironclad Japan-U.S. alliance.

220613-N-TC847-1148 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 13, 2022) Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 12 fast-rope repel out of an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter onto the focsle of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile destroyer USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) June 13, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and warfighting capability before a future deployment. The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security.

EAST CHINA SEA (Oct. 10, 2022) Sailors aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) conduct flight deck operations with a MH-60R Helicopter assigned to the SABERHAWKS of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM-77) in the East China Sea on Oct. 10, 2022. Chancellorsville is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific and is assigned to Commander, Task Force 70, a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of its allies and partners in the region.

220527-N-DO281-1555 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 27, 2022) Damage Controlman 1st Class Tyler Kruse watches as an MH-60R helicopter, assigned to the "Griffins" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 79, conducts a vertical replenishment aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), May 27, 2022. Paul Ignatius 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 interest.

230328-N-EL850-1183 TYRRHENIAN SEA (March 28, 2023) An MH-60S Nighthawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), March 28, 2023. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10 and the George H.W. Bush CSG. The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, VFA-103, VFA-86, VFA-136, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, HSC-5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46. The George H.W. Bush CSG 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.

220526-N-AO868-1019 ADRIATIC SEA (May 26, 2022) Seaman Ulisses Cotamaldonado, left, and Logistics Specialist Seaman Rasheem Jones, chock and chain an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Proud Warriors of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72, on the flight deck of Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56), May 26, 2022. San Jacinto 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 (July 20, 2022) Sailors prepare to chock and chain a CH-53E Super Stallion, attached to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 462, on the flight deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 20, 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

220421-N-TO573-2076 ADRIATIC SEA (April 21, 2022) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class John Gandy, from Evant, Texas, directs the pilot of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the "Dragonslayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a replenishment-at-sea, April 21, 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.

060210-N-1467R-005. Base: USS Bataan (LHD 5) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

221017-N-UL352-1043 GULF OF OMAN (Oct. 17, 2022) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Sydnee Armstrong, assigned to guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), signals to an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the “Vipers” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 48 during flight operations in the Gulf of Oman, Oct. 17. 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.

220723-N-NR343-1130 ARABIAN SEA (July 23, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Sea Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat squadron (HSC) 22 conduct flight operations aboard littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11) in the Arabian Sea, July 23. Sioux City is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220517-N-DU622-2101 PACIFIC OCEAN, (May 17, 2022) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, from the "Battlecats" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73, prepares to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is conducting Tailored Ship's Training Availability and Final Evaluation Problems (TSTA/FEP). TSTA prepares the ship and crew for full integration into a carrier strike group through a wide range of mission-critical operations.

220915-N-XN177-2254 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 15, 2022) - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 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.

050718-N-4374S-012. Subject Operation/Series: UNITAS 46-05 Base: USS Thomas S. Gates (CG 51)

220906-N-TT639-1078 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 6, 2022) - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 takes off from amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 6, 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.

221014-N-LK647-1092 ATLANTIC OCEANBoatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Jesse Kutchinsky, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), signals to the pilots of an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter assigned to the “Spartans” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 70 (HSM-70) during flight operation while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 14, 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. Navy’s commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

221014-N-LK647-1092 ATLANTIC OCEANBoatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Jesse Kutchinsky, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), signals to the pilots of an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter assigned to the “Spartans” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 70 (HSM-70) during flight operation while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 14, 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. Navy’s commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

230402-N-NH267-1049 GULF OF ADEN (April 2, 2023) An HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopter lifts off the flight deck of the guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60), April 2, 2023 in the Gulf of Aden. Paul Hamilton is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

060410-N-4772B-080. Base: USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49)

ATLANTIC OCEAN - A UH-1Y Venom helicopter, attached to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167, takes off from the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Jan. 27, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are underway conducting a Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX is the final pre-deployment exercise that certifies the Kearsarge ARG and 22nd MEUs ability to conduct military operations through joint planning, and execute challenging and realistic scenarios. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Taylor Parker)

220509-N-UP745-2092 IONIAN SEA (May 9, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Cameron King, from Charleston, S.C., stands watch as landing signalman as an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the “Proud Warriors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72, launches off the flight deck, aboard Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), in the Ionian Sea, May 9, 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.

220913-N-CM110-1108 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 13; 2022) - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 13; 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.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 11, 2022) - U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswains Mate Aircraft Handler 1st Class Samuel Argotsinger, left, from Blue Springs, Missouri, and Aviation Boatswains Mate Aircraft Handler 2nd Class Guanpeng Hu, from El Cajon, California, signal a CH-47 Chinook helicopter, assigned to the U.S. Armys 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, on the flight deck of Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) while underway for Pacific Partnership 2022. Now in its 17th year, Pacific Partnership is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific.

050724-N-5526M-002. Country: Persian Gulf Scene Major Command Shown: HSL-60

220805-N-XN177-1447 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 5, 2022) - U.S. Marines board a UH-1Y Venom helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 5, 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.

220817-N-XN177-2182 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 17, 2022) - Sailors secure a CH-53 Super Stallion helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) to the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 17, 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.

200728-N-ML137-1012 PHILIPPINE SEA (July 28, 2020) An MH-60R Sea Hawk attached to the Saberhawks of Helicopter Maritime Attack Squadron (HSM) 77 lifts off from the flight deck of the Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). 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.

221206-N-YV347-1003 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec, 6 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors conduct a fresh water wash down of an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Battle Cats" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73 on the flight deck of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52). Bunker Hill, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is currently underway conducting routine operations.

Sailors assigned to An MH-60S Nighthawk, attached to the "Tridents" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9, prepare for flight operations on USS Gerald R. Fords flight deck, Sept. 18, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications and workups for a scheduled deployment this fall.

220910-N-XN177-1196 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 10, 2022) - Sailors refuel an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Strike Maritime Squadron (HSM) 51 aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 10, 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.

221205-N-DF558-1312 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2022) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14 transports ammunition to the dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is currently underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

DN-ST-87-06738. Country: Unknown

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