Modern Military Exercises

Photographs showing joint military exercises and training sessions among various nations, showcasing collaboration and readiness in operations.

GULF OF ADEN (July 5, 2021) An MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced) takes off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) during flight operations in the Gulf of Aden, July 5, 2021. Iwo Jima 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.

221207-N-XN177-2204 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 7, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 364 lands aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Dec. 7, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220803-N-VJ326-4178 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 3, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 3, 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 (Sept. 4, 2022) - A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey pilot with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 (reinforced), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, takes off from amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Sept. 4. A force in readiness, the 13th MEU trains to rapidly respond to crises in all domain environments through naval power projection. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the 13th MEU in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

220822-N-VJ326-1064 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 22, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) lands aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 22 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.

220721-N-XN177-2076 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 21, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 21, 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.

GULF OF ADEN (July 5, 2021) An MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced) takes off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) during flight operations in the Gulf of Aden, July 5, 2021. Iwo Jima 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.

150621-N-GZ638-109 INDIAN OCEAN (June 21, 2015) An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Bonhomme Richard is the lead ship of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group and is on patrol in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.

220806-N-VJ326-1235 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 6, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) prepares to land on 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.

220716-N-XN177-1061 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 16, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 lands on 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.

220822-N-VJ326-1168 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 22, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) takes off from amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 22 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 MV-22B Osprey is staged aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18), in the Philippine Sea, July 28, 2022. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible and lethal force ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premiere crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region.

220905-N-XN177-1108 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 5, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) lands aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Sept. 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 28, 2022) An MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) lands on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). 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)

Gulf of Aqaba, October 4, 2007 - A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey prepares for flight on the deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD-1). Wasp is on surge deployment to the Middle East carrying the Osprey to its first combat deployment.

220803-N-VJ326-4152 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 3, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 3, 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.

CARIBBEAN SEA (July 25, 2014) An MV-22 Osprey aircraft assigned to the Argonauts of Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron (VMX) 22 transport distinguished visitors from Trinidad and Tobago to the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America is transiting through the U.S. Southern Command and U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility. America is the first ship of its class, replacing the Tarawa-class of amphibious assault ships. The ship is scheduled to be commissioned Oct. 11 in San Francisco.

220914-N-XN177-1131 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 14, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 14, 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.

220920-N-XN177-1159 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 20, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 20, 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 MV-22B Osprey is staged on the flight deck aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18), in the Philippine Sea, Oct. 2, 2022, during a personnel drop-off. Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and Filipino Marines with the Philippine Marine Corps arrived to the Rushmore in preparation for KAMANDAG 6. KAMANDAG is an annual, bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey is staged on the flight deck aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18), in the Philippine Sea, Oct. 2, 2022, during a personnel drop-off. Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and Filipino Marines with the Philippine Marine Corps arrived to the Rushmore in preparation for KAMANDAG 6. KAMANDAG is an annual, bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

221009-N-XN177-1160 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 9, 2022) - Sailors refuel an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 9, 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.

221003-N-TT639-1020 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 3, 2022) - U.S. Marines prepare an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) for stowage on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 3, 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.

220802-N-VJ326-1134 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 2, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), August 2, 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.

Persian Gulf, June 19, 2007 - An E-2C Hawkeye launches off the flight deck of nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz. Nimitz Carrier Strike Group and embarked Carrier Air Wing 11 are deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet conducting maritime operations and supporting the global war on terrorism.

220829-N-VS068-1020PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 (Reinforced), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares to land on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Aug. 29. Makin Island has the ability to embark and support all Marine aviation assets including the MV-22 Osprey and the F-35B Lightning II. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the 13th MEU in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 19, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) as another Osprey prepares for take-off. The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility and taking part in Cobra Gold, a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored multinational joint exercise designed to advance regional security by exercising a robust multinational force from nations sharing common goals and security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region.

221020-N-XN177-1018 EAST CHINA SEA (Oct. 20, 2022) - MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) prepare for take-off on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 20, 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.

110301-N-KD852-162PACIFIC OCEAN (March 1, 2011) An MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 166 lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). This is the first landing by an Osprey on a west coast amphibious assault ship since being introduced to the fleet.

220902-N-VS068-1062PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 2, 2022) - Marines from the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit prepare to board an MV-22 Osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 (Reinforced), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Sept. 2. Makin Island is designed to field an integrated amphibious force that can support operational commanders around the globe with both strike and amphibious capabilities. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

220917-N-WU964-1131 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 17, 2022) An E-2D Hawkeye, attached to the Tigertails of Airborne Early Warning System (VAW) 125, lands on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 17. E-2D Hawkeyes perform tactical airborne early warning missions to provide valuable information to Carrier Strike Group 5 as it plans and executes operations. 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.

220808-N-FO865-2034PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug 8, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 (Reinforced), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), lands on the flight deck of amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), August 8. Synchronizing the complementary capabilities of the 13th MEU and USS John P Murtha multiplies the traditional influence of sea power to produce a more competitive and lethal force. John P. Murtha, part of amphibious squadron (CPR) SEVEN, along with 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is currently underway conducting integrated training in U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

220920-N-XN177-1094 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 20, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 20, 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.

220920-N-XN177-1184 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 20, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 20, 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 (March 24, 2015) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Demitri Cornett directs an MV-22 Osprey during flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is underway conducting sea trials off the coast of Southern California.

220902-N-VS068-1032PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 2, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 (Reinforced), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, takes off from the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Sept. 2. Makin Island has the ability to embark and support all Marine aviation assets including the MV-22 Osprey and the F-35B Lightning II. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the13th Marine Expeditionary Unit in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 26, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Dominique Simmons , a native of Fuffolk, Va., assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), signals to an MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), on the flight deck of Essex, Jan. 27, 2022. Essex, flagship of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), along with the 11th MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with alliances and partners and serve as a ready response force to ensure maritime security and a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Wesley Richardson)

EAST CHINA SEA (March 16, 2017) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Jesse Harris, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), braces himself as an MV-22B Osprey, assigned to the “Flying Tigers” of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, takes off during an air assault exercise. Bonhomme Richard is on a routine patrol operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance warfighting readiness and posture forward as a ready-response force for any type of contingency.

220913-N-XH769-3147 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 13, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey attached to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) takes off from the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Sept. 13, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, 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.

220806-N-VJ326-1017 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 6, 2022) - Sailors prepare to remove chocks and chains from an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft 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.

220628-N-XN177-1196 EAST CHINA SEA (June 28, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 takes off from the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 28, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

221205-N-VJ326-1140 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2022) - An AH-1Z Viper assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 369 lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Dec. 5, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 10, 2022) Sailors observe as an E-2D Hawkeye, assigned to the "Wallbangers" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117, prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck of 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.

220721-N-XN177-2266 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 21, 2022) - U.S. Marines unload cargo from an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 21, 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.

230902-N-AS506-1422 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 2, 2023) Sailors board a CMV-22B Osprey from the Titans of Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron (VRM) 30 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway conducting routine operations.

220406-N-XN177-2298 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 6, 2020) - An MV-22 Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 lands aboard amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), April 6. VMM-165 transported distinguished visitors to Tripoli for a tour and to observe the U.S. Marine Corps Lightning carrier concept demonstration. The Lightning carrier concept demonstration shows Tripoli and other amphibious assault ships are capable of operating as dedicated fixed-wing strike platforms when needed, capable of bringing fifth generation Short Takeoff/Vertical Landing aircraft wherever they are required.

An MV-22 Osprey, attached to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, idles on the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during flight operations during exercise BALTOPS 22, June 10, 2022. BALTOPS 22 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea.

220715-N-XN177-1192 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 15, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220813-N-VJ326-1204 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 13, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) prepares to land aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 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.

220726-N-XB010-1007 EAST CHINA SEA (July 26, 2022) AH-1Z Cobra helicopter approaching 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.

220615-N-XN177-3196 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 15, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 takes off from the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 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.

220406-N-XN177-2470 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 6, 2020) - Distinguished visitors disembark an MV-22 Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 aboard amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7). VMM-165 transported the distinguished visitors to Tripoli for a tour and to observe the U.S. Marine Corps Lightning carrier concept demonstration. The Lightning carrier concept demonstration shows Tripoli and other amphibious assault ships are capable of operating as dedicated fixed-wing strike platforms when needed, capable of bringing fifth generation Short Takeoff/Vertical Landing aircraft wherever they are required.

220623-N-XN177-1068 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 23, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 takes off from the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 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.

220801-N-XN177-3029 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 1, 2022) - Sailors move simulated casualties from an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during a mass casualty exercise, Aug. 1, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220715-N-XN177-1203 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 15, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 prepares to land on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220714-N-XN177-1146 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 14, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 14, 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 (Oct. 4, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Christian Lyman, from Verona, Kentucky, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), signals a CV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft from Air Force 21st Special Operations Squadron to land on the ships flight deck while sailing in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 4, 2022. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating 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.

220905-N-XN177-1578 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 5, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 takes off from amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 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.

U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Dalen Alexander, right, and U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Bernadette Lockheart, left, direct a Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey helicopters, assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, attached to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3),Oct. 06, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd MEU, are operating in U.S. 2nd Fleet in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security across the Atlantic in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Dalen Alexander, right, and U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Bernadette Lockheart, left, direct a Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey helicopters, assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, attached to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3),Oct. 06, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd MEU, are operating in U.S. 2nd Fleet in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security across the Atlantic in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

220921-N-TT639-2163 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 21, 2022) - Sailors move an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) from an aircraft elevator to the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 21, 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.

220825-N-EL850-1685 STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (Aug. 25, 2022) 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) as the ship transits the Strait of Gibraltar into the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 25, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG) is comprised of George H.W. Bush, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 26, the Information Warfare Commander, and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55). Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of CSG-10 and the GHWBCSG. 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 GHWBCSG is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employ

North Arabian Sea, July 22, 2013 - An E-2C Hawkeye prepares to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz.

230120-N-KU796-1011 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 20, 2023) An MV-22 Osprey from the Ugly Angels of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 prepares to land on the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

221004-N-IL330-1196 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 4, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 4, 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.

LUZON STRAIT (Feb.19, 2015) An MV22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft takes off from the flight deck in preparation for fast-rope training aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Bonhomme Richard is deployed in theU.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

Bell Helicopter Textron Boeing V-22 Osprey VTOL STOL tiltroter aircraft. Flown by the US Marine Corps. The Department of Defense began the V-22 program in 1981. Full-scale development of the V-22 tilt-rotor aircraft began in 1986.

220406-N-XN177-2349 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 6, 2020) - Distinguished visitors disembark an MV-22 Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 aboard amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), April 6. VMM-165 transported distinguished visitors to Tripoli for a tour and to observe the U.S. Marine Corps Lightning carrier concept demonstration. The Lightning carrier concept demonstration shows Tripoli and other amphibious assault ships are capable of operating as dedicated fixed-wing strike platforms when needed, capable of bringing fifth generation Short Takeoff/Vertical Landing aircraft wherever they are required.

110301-N-KD852-038PACIFIC OCEAN (March 1, 2011) An MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 166 approaches the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). This is the first time an Osprey has conducted flight operations on a west coast amphibious assault ship since being introduced to the fleet.

120721-N-CH661-202 ARABIAN SEA (July 21, 2012) An E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the Screwtops of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123 prepares to make an arrested landing during flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise 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.

220625-N-XN177-1037 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 25, 2022) - Sailors secure an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 to the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 25, 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.

220801-N-VJ326-2312 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 1, 2022) - U.S. Marines board an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), August 1, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

221202-N-BR419-1218 PHILIPPINE SEA (Dec. 2, 2022) An E-2D Hawkeye, attached to the Tiger Tails of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125, prepares to land on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Philippine Sea, Dec. 2. E-2D Hawkeyes perform tactical airborne, early warning missions to provide valuable information to Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 5 as it plans and executes operations. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of CSG 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.

060227-N-7359L-002. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) prepares to conduct an air assault raid during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 08, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 17, 2022) An MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft from the Flying Tigers of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 takes off from the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6) during flight operations in the East China Sea, Sept. 17, 2022. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating 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.

220716-N-XN177-1080 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 16, 2022) - Sailors secure an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 to 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.

220528-N-BR419-1035 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 28, 2022) An E-2D Hawkeye, attached to the Tigertails of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125, launches from 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.

220429-N-JX182-1026 PHILLIPINE SEA (April 29, 2022) Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Corie Wooldridge, from San Marcos, California, performs ground turns on an MQ-8C Fire Scout, attached to the Wildcards of Helicopter Sea Combat (HSC) Squadron 23, assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). 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.

A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Joint Task Force-Bravos 1-228th Aviation Regiment performs deck landing qualifications aboard the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Wichita (LCS 13) Aug. 4, 2022, off the coast of Honduras. As an example of multi-domain operations, Joint Task Force-Bravo U.S. Army and the USS Wichita U.S. Navy assets worked together to ensure both entities are mission ready to support humanitarian assistance, disaster relief efforts or other contingency operations across the United States Southern Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photos by Tech. Sgt. Amber Carter)

DN-SC-87-05590. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 17, 2016) - Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) board an MV-22 Osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced) on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island is conducting integrated training with Amphibious Squadron Five and the 11th MEU off the coast of southern California in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

United States Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey taxis off the runway at Camp Bastion, Helmand Province, Afghanistan

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 9, 2014) An E-2D Hawkeye assigned to the Tiger Tails of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125 launches off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt is out to sea preparing for future deployments.

230406-N-TY704-1039 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 6, 2023) Sailors prepare two CMV-22B Ospreys, assigned to the Titans of Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron (VRM) 30, to be chocked and chained to the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Group Sail demonstrates Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Groups ability to rapidly aggregate the strike group units and provides an opportunity to conduct progress training to enhance levels of excellence, increase lethality and tactical proficiency of U.S. Navy units operating in the 3rd Fleet area of operation.

220809-N-DW158-2114 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 9, 2022) A C-2A Greyhound attached to the Providers of Fleet Logistics Squadron (VRC) 30 launches from the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 9. VRC 30 is one of only two carrier-qualified logistics support squadrons, providing supplies, personnel, and logistics support to Carrier Strike Group 5. 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 (Dec. 20, 2016) An MV-22 Osprey assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (22nd MEU) launches from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp is deployed as part of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, which is offloading the 22nd MEU after completing a six-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operations.

SAN DIEGO (Oct. 29, 2012) Flight deck personnel conduct night operations with MV-22 Osprey aircraft aboard the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is conducting operations off the coast of California. The U.S. Navy is reliable, flexible, and ready to respond worldwide on, above, and below the sea. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting.

040810-N-6213R-038. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220704-N-QA919-1333 ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 14, 2022) An MV-22 Osprey assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, takes off from the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), July 14, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, 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 15, 2022) The aviation support team from Royal Australian Navy landing helicopter dock HMAS Canberra (L02) transfer an embarked U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey into the ships hangar 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. (Photo by Royal Australian Navy Petty Officer Chris Szumlanski)

DN-SC-04-15246. Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68)

220601-N-UL352-2058 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 1, 2022) An E-2D Hawkeye aircraft, attached to Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), June 1, 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 America's adversaries in support of national security. 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.

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Ospreys assigned to the Aviation Combat Element, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), prepare to offload as they return from deployment for a homecoming aboard Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Oct. 09, 2022. Marines and Sailors assigned to the 22nd MEU returned home in waves starting Oct. 7, 2022 after completing a seven-month deployment with the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. Naval Sixth Fleet area of operations.

220803-N-VJ326-3316 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 3, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) takes off from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 3, 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.

040528-N-5549O-013. Base: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

Seahawk Firing Hellfire Missile

A U.S. Marine with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 prepares an MV-22B Osprey for takeoff during exercise Keen Sword 23 at Kumamoto airport, Kumamoto, Japan, Nov. 13, 2022. Keen Sword exercises the combined capabilities and lethality developed between the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, and the Japan Self Defense Force (JSDF). This bilateral field-training exercise between the U.S. military and JSDF strengthens interoperability and combat readiness of the U.S.-Japan Alliance.

Mediterranean Sea, April 30, 2003 - An E-2C Hawkeye lands on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt, which is currently deployed conducting operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the multi-national coalition effort to liberate the Iraqi people, eliminate Iraqs weapons of mass destruction and end the regime of Saddam Hussein.

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