Modern Aircraft Carriers

Images of contemporary aircraft carriers at sea, highlighting military ships and their operational environments.

Aircraft carrier in the sea, USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63), US Navy

An aerial starboard quarter view of the battleship USS IOWA (BB 61) underway with task force ships in the multilateral NATO exercise BALTOPS '85. Subject Operation/Series: BALTOPS '85 Country: Baltic Sea

120402-N-PB383-462ARABIAN SEA (April 2, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during a cross deck evolution with the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18), not shown.

181224-N-JN023-0442 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 24, 2018) The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) transits the Atlantic Ocean. Kearsarge is deployed as part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group in support of maritime security operations, crisis response and theater security cooperation, while also providing a forward naval presence.

220811-N-XN177-1006 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 11, 2022) - Amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) pulls alongside fleet replenishment oiler USNS Rappahannock (T-AO 204) to conduct a replenishment-at-sea, Aug. 11, 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.

NORFOLK (Oct. 22, 2012) Tug boats push the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) as it prepares to depart Naval Station Norfolk. The U.S. Navy is constantly deployed to preserve peace, protect commerce, and deter aggression through forward presence. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting.

060718-N-6214F-011. Country: Red Sea

220924-N-OK195-1552 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 24, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) transits the Adriatic Sea, Sept. 24, 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

200706-N-AJ005-1108SOUTH CHINA SEA (July 6, 2020) An E-2D Advanced Hawkeye assigned to the "Tigertails" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125 flies past the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Regan (CVN 76). The aircraft carriers USS Nimitz (CVN 68) and USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) and their carrier strike groups are conducting dual carrier operations in the Indo-Pacific as the Nimitz Carrier Strike Force.

A port side view of the island structure of the amphibious assault ship USS TRIPOLI (LPH-10) as the ship departs from the naval station after a visit. The TRIPOLI is en route to its home port of Naval Station, San Diego, Calif., after serving in the Persian Gulf region during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

DN-SC-87-06017. Base: Hampton Roads, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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.

220515-N-BR419-1142 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 15, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) steams alongside dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) during a replenishment-at-sea. Amelia Earhart transported cargo to Ronald Reagan via vertical and connected replenishment. 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.

120514-N-YX169-062 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 1, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 deployed aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) flies over the French nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle (R91) while performing an airpower demonstration. Dwight D. Eisenhower is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

040603-N-5319A-007. Country: Arabian Gulf Scene Major Command Shown: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN73)

120130-N-NX489-013 NORFOLK (Jan. 30, 2012) The amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) gets underway in support of exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator 2012, the largest amphibious exercise in the past 10 years, represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. #BA12

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 27, 2014) The aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77) transits the Strait of Gibraltar Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014. George H.W. Bush is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

A fuel barge is anchored alongside the amphibious command ship USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) during the Blue Ridge's port visit. Base: Naval Station State: Guam(GU) Country: Northern Mariana Islands(MNP)

20604-N-JO823-1473 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.

040618-N-5319A-004. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Country: Arabian Sea

Crew members man the rails as commercial harbor tugs maneuver the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) toward the pier as the vessel returns to Norfolk. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220719-N-DN347-1531 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 19, 2022) Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails alongside Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187) for a replenishment-at-sea 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 worlds 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 worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

040723-N-7615S-413. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65) en route to North Island, San Diego. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

RED SEA (April 3, 2021) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the "Swamp Foxes" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 74 prepares to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) in the Red Sea, April 3, 2021. The IKE Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points.

A starboard quarter view of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) approaching port at Yokosuka for its last visit to Japan while on its final deployment prior to decommissioning. Country: Sea Of Japan

Aircraft attached to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 sit on USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck as the ship steams through the Atlantic Ocean, April 13, 2022. Ford is underway conducting carrier qualifications and strike group integration prior to operational deployment.

220626-N-PV401-1005 PEARL HARBOR (Jun. 26, 2022) Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 exercise. 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 worlds 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 worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

An aerial port view of the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV 41) and the replenishment oiler USS KALAMAZOO (AOR 6) preparing for underway replenishment operations. An H-46 Sea Knight helicopter is lifting off from the stern of the MIDWAY. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-ST-88-00706. Base: Naval Station, Subic Bay Country: Philippines (PHL)

DN-ST-87-04841. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220628-N-LI768-1018PEARL HARBOR (June 28, 2022) - Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) passes the Battleship Missouri Memorial as it arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, June 28. 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 worlds 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 worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

A U.S. Coast Guard patrol boat passes the aircraft carrier USS Constellation (CV-64) near port during PACEX '89. Subject Operation/Series: PACEX '89 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 2, 2018) The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) transits the Pacific Ocean during an amphibious squadron and Marine expeditionary unit (MEU) integration (PMINT) exercise. PMINT is a training evolution between the Essex Amphibious Ready Group and 13th MEU which allows Sailors and Marines to train as a cohesive unit in preparation for their upcoming deployment.

010420-N-0000X-015. Country: Gulf Of Mexico

110519-N-SG869-376 ARABIAN GULF (May 19, 2011) An SH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Wild Cards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 transfers cargo from the flight deck of the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment at sea with the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) (not pictured). Ronald Reagan and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 14 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility and will be conducting close-air support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn.

170601-N-GD109-070 SEA OF JAPAN (June 1, 2017) The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group, including the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2, the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) and the guided-missile destroyers USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) and USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112), operate with the Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group including, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), CVW-5, USS Shiloh (CG 67), USS Barry (DDG 52), USS McCampbell (DDG 85), USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) and USS Mustin (DDG 89), and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships (JS) Hyuga (DDH 181) and JS Ashigara (DDG 178) in the western Pacific region. The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and U.S. Navy forces routinely train together to improve interoperability and readiness to provide stability and security for the Indo-Asia Pacific region.

The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) steams in formation with Spanish Armada frigate Álvaro de Bazán (F 101), German frigate FGS Hessen (F 221) and Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), Oct. 20, 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

120813-N-BQ817-057 BALTIC SEA (August 13, 2012) Sailors assigned to the Vipers of Helicopter Anti-submarine Light Squadron (HSL) 48, Det. 7, conduct rotor turns on an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99). Farragut is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

060720-N-4856C-004. State: Suez Canal Country: Egypt (EGY)

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 26, 2022) Three French paratroopers conduct a freefall jump towards the French aircraft carrier FS Charles de Gaulle (R 91), right, while the ship sails in formation with the Charles de Gaulle Strike Group, Nov. 26, 2022. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), currently attached to the Charles de Gaulle 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.

220724-N-EU544-9921 PHILIPPINE SEA (July 24, 2022) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), sails in formation with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Murasame-class destroyer, JS Kirisame (DD 104), during a bi-lateral exercise in the Philippine Sea, July 23. Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 2, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), the guided-missile destroyers USS Porter (DDG 78) and USS Nitze (DDG 94) and the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69) transit back to their homeport of Norfolk, Va. The ships are returning from a deployment to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility, where the ship conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom.

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

110603-N-GZ277-247PACIFIC OCEAN (June 3, 2011) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) is underway in the Pacific Ocean. Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

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

DN-SC-87-05343. Country: Unknown

120406-N-GB466-001 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 6, 2012) The amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) and the amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) perform a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 193). New York and Gunston Hall are deployed as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU) in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

220530-N-KU796-1065 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 30, 2022) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) steams alongside the USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO-187) during a replenishment at sea. Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

A pilot with the Maritime Pre-Positioning Force flies an EC-255 Super Puma during a replenishment at sea in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 15, 2022. USS Rushmore (LSD 47) conducted a RAS with USS Carl Brashear to restock on food, supplies and mail. 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.

U.S. Navy large harbor tugs (YTBs) and commercial tugs escort the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) to the pier as the AMERICA's crew mans the rails. The AMERICA is returning to Norfolk following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220612-N-XN177-1252 (PHILIPPINE SEA) - Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Benfold (DDG 65), right, and USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) steam behind amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during a photo exercise for Valiant Shield 2022, June 12, 2022. Exercises like VS22 allow forces across the Indo-Pacific the opportunity to integrate Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force and Space Force to train in precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-axis, multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the Joint Force. 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.

The Russian Aircraft Carrier Admiral Kuznetsov, underway in the Mediterranean Sea, was the meeting place for the First Deputy Commander of the Russian Navy and the Commander of the U.S. Navy. The meeting was held to discuss potential professional contacts between the two navies during the carrier's deployment in the Mediterranean. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

STRAIT OF HORMUZ (May 1, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) transits the Strait of Hormuz. Porter 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.

A starboard bow view of the nucelar-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70) underway at high speed off the coast of southern California. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

MALAGA, SPAIN-MAY 28: Aircraft carrier Principe de Asturias taking part in an exhibition on the day of the spanish army forces on May 28, 2011, in Malaga, Spain. Aircraft carrier Principe de Asturias

Using a SA-330 Puma Helicopter, USNS Concord (T-AFS 5) participates in a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) at sea with USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) to transfer stores to the carrier. TRUMAN is on station in the Arabian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. SOUTHERN WATCH establishes a southern no fly zone over Iraq and extends to the borders to just south of Baghdad, capital city of Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

A bow view of the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) underway during sea trails after a service life extension program (SLEP) refit. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

970620-N-4724B-001. Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ 97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Major Command Shown: USS TARAWA

An aerial starboard quarter view of the aircraft carrier USS FORRESTAL (CV-59) underway. Base: USS Forrestal (CV 59) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Pacific Ocean, April 5, 2011 - The fast attack submarine USS Tucson (SSN-770), the guided-missile cruisers USS Lake Erie (CG-70) and USS Port Royal (CG-73), the guided-missile destroyers USS Chung-Hoon (DDG-93), USS Russell (DDG-59), USS Chafee (DDG-90) and the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202) transit in waters surrounding the island of Oahu during the Koa Kai photo exercise.

010929-N-3560G-003. Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

221003-N-UF592-1079 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 3, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), sails alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202) prior to a replenishment-at-sea in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 3. 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.

221003-N-UF592-1079 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 3, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), sails alongside the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202) prior to a replenishment-at-sea in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 3. 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.

Various helicopters line the deck of the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) during Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: USS Iwo Jima(LHD 7)

Overhead view of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) underway with various aircraft spotted on deck during a 1992 Mediterranean deployment. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

Four ships from three nations sail together during the NATO exercise Display Determination '91. The ships are, from front to back: the British aircraft carrier HMS INVINCIBLE (R-05), the aircraft carrier USS FORRESTAL (CV-59), the amphibious assault ship USS WASP (LHD-1) and the Spanish aircraft carrier PRINCIPE DE ASTURIAS (R-11). Subject Operation/Series: DISPLAY DETERMINATION '91 Country: Mediterranean Sea(MED)

DN-SC-05-10866. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

An aerial starboard bow view of the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) underway. Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

An elevated port quarter view of the battleship USS NEW JERSEY (BB-62) underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

An aerial port view of the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66) underway. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

060725-N-7981E-005. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220926-N-GF955-1148GDYNIA, Poland (Sept. 26, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) moors in Gdynia, Poland, during a scheduled port visit, Sept. 26, 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.

The US Navy's conventional powered aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66) (bottom) and the nuclear powered carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) (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)

Sailors man the rail aboard the frigate USS MCCLOY (FF-1038) as it passes the aircraft carrier USS FORRESTAL (CV-59) in the harbor during Fleet Week. State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220612-N-XN177-1146 (PHILIPPINE SEA) - The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails alongside amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during a photo exercise for Valiant Shield 2022, June 12, 2022. Exercises like VS22 allow forces across the Indo-Pacific the opportunity to integrate Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force and Space Force to train in precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-axis, multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the Joint Force. 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.

061120-N-8547M-309. Base: Arabian Sea

050910-N-5384B-238. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

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

DN-SC-90-03978. Base: Puget Sound Naval Shipyard State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-87-05626. Country: Unknown

An elevated port quarter view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) and its carrier group underway in formation off the Virginia Capes. Country: Unknown

Persian Gulf, December 3, 2005 - The Spanish Navy frigate Alvaro de Bazan (F101) pulls away from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) after a ceremony honoring the departure of the ship from Carrier Strike Group Two (CSG-2).

An air-to-air front view of three A-7E Corsair II aircraft in formation over the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). Carrier Air Wing 7 (CVW-7) is assigned to the EISENHOWER, which is in the Mediterranean on extended deploy. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

An EC-255 Super Puma with the Maritime Pre-Positioning Force lifts cargo towards the USS New Orleans during a replenishment at sea in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 15, 2022. This RAS delivered food, supplies, parts, and mail to Sailors and Marines underway across multiple naval ships. 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.

Indian Ocean, May 8, 2012 - The amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52), left, the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) transit the Indian Ocean.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 20, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) conducts an ammunition offload with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 14, 2020) The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), left, conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11). The America Amphibious Ready Group, assigned to Amphibious Squadron 11, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (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.

Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74) connect a fueling line from the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) during a fueling-at-sea evolution, Oct. 10, 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.

EAST CHINA SEA (April 11, 2020) The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) approaches the fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Ericsson (T-AO 194) for a replenishment-at-sea with John Ericsson and the dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 10). America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group and 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit team 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 stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 14, 2022) USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) sails alongside allies and partners during exercise KEEN SWORD on Nov. 14. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and JMSDF personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad Japan-U.S. alliance.

Low angle starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN-68) returning to home port in Norfolk, Virginia, following the May 26 aircraft crash on her flight deck. The crash, which occurred during the night landing of an EA-6B Prowler aircraft assigned to the carrier, killed 14 crewmen, injured 45 others, and damaged several parked aircraft. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

221002-N-VI910-1113 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 2, 2022) Sailors observe the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) sail by the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

ARABIAN SEA (March 23, 2013) The German navy frigate FGS Hamburg (F220) receives fuel from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) while the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) is astern of Hamburg during a replenishment-at-sea. Dwight D. Eisenhower and Hamburg are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

The US Navy's nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65) refuels with the Arleigh Burke Class destroyer USS MITSCHER (DDG 57) during an underway replenishment operation in the North Atlantic. Enterprise is on her first scheduled forward deployment in seven years, following an extensive overhaul of her nuclear propulsion plant. Mitscher is on her first deployment since being commissioned 1994. Base: USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Country: North Atlantic

A port beam view of the aircraft carriers USS SARATOGA (CV-60), foreground, and USS CORAL SEA (CV-43) underway. Base: Augusta Bay Country: Sicily (SIC)

Servicemen on the deck of the aircraft carrier USS FORRESTAL (CV-59) form the message "WE LOVE N.Y." as part of Fleet Week celebrations. Base: New York Harbor State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

160723-N-MA158-005PORTSMOUTH, Va. (July 23, 2016) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) departs Norfolk Naval Shipyard for sea trials July 23. GHWB has been at the shipyard since June 16, 2015 for a Planned Incremental Availability. Major work performed included upgrades to the carrier's Vacuum Collection Holding Tanks and close-in weapons system.

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