Naval Aircraft Carriers in Port

Images of various U.S. naval aircraft carriers returning to port, highlighting military operations and formations at sea.

220929-N-JO823-1256 WATERS EAST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (Sept. 29, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), and Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy ships ROKS Munmu the Great (DDH 976) and ROKS Gangwon (FFG 815) steam in formation in waters east of the Korean Peninsula, Sept. 29. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is participating with the ROK Navy in Maritime Counter Special Operations Exercise (MCSOFEX) to strengthen interoperability and training. The U.S. routinely conducts CSG operations in the waters around the ROK to exercise maritime maneuvers, strengthen the U.S.-ROK alliance, and improve regional security.

Crew members man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) as a commercial harbor tug maneuvers the vessel into port. The RANGER is returning to Naval Station, North Island after being deployed in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: San Diego State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70) as the ship approaches the Piedmont Pier at the naval base. The ship is being assisted by both navy and civilian tugs. The VINSON battle and her battle group are making a stop over for a port visit before proceeding on to the Persian Gulf. Base: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN)

A port quarter stern view of the US Navy (USN) Nimitz Class: Aircraft Carrier, USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76), showing embarked Carrier Air Wing One Four (CVW-14) conducting Tailored Ship's Training Availability (TSTA), while the ship is underway in the Pacific Ocean. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A starboard quarter view of the amphibious assault ship USS KEARSAGE (LHD-3) tied up on the north side of pier #9 at the Norfolk Naval Station. Base: Hampton Roadstead State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220929-N-JO823-1256 WATERS EAST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (Sept. 29, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), and Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy ships ROKS Munmu the Great (DDH 976) and ROKS Gangwon (FFG 815) steam in formation in waters east of the Korean Peninsula, Sept. 29. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is participating with the ROK Navy in Maritime Counter Special Operations Exercise (MCSOFEX) to strengthen interoperability and training. The U.S. routinely conducts CSG operations in the waters around the ROK to exercise maritime maneuvers, strengthen the U.S.-ROK alliance, and improve regional security.

The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72), the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71), the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66), the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) and the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY 9CV-67) are moored at the station's carrier piers. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060421-N-7130B-023. Country: Persian Gulf

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 21, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) arrives at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) for a scheduled port visit. The 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. For more than 75 years, CFAY has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services in support of the U.S. 7th Fleet’s forward-deployed naval forces, tenant commands, and thousands of military and civilian personnel and their families.

The nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) underway in the Arabian Sea during their tranist to the Persian Gulf. George Washington will enforce UN sanctions against Iraq by patrolling the No-Fly Zone under Operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Unknown

120204-N-PK218-002ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 4, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) is underway in the Atlantic Ocean participating in exercise Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and 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. The exercise will take place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012, afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina. #BA12

120701-N-RY232-373 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 1st, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), foreground, and the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle (R 91) are underway in the Mediterranean Sea. 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.

120213-N-DR144-543ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 13, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) is underway in the Arabian Sea. Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

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)

060314-N-2659P-037. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN-74)

Pacific Ocean, February 15, 2013 - The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson is underway conducting Precision Approach Landing System (PALS) and flight deck certifications.

000709-N-7412M-001. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH 2000 Base: Uss Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

050210-N-0120R-032. Base: Naval Hospital, Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN)

220407-N-XN177-1079 SAN DIEGO (April 7, 2022) - Amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), loads supplies while moored pier-side at Naval Air Station North Island (NASNI). Tripoli pulled into NASNI with 20 F-35B Lightning II aircraft attached to Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 13 and 3 MH-60S Seahawk helicopters attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 aboard. Tripoli and MAG 13 recently participated in 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 carrier platforms, capable of bringing fifth generation Short Takeoff/Vertical Landing aircraft wherever they are required.

050615-N-1281L-186. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 25, 2020) The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group transits in formation, Jan. 25, 2020. The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific.

February 16, 2013 - The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) is underway in the Pacific Ocean.

A bow view of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) underway with various aircraft parked on the flight deck during Operation Desert Storm.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: USS Saratoga(CV 60)

The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) approaches the port in Tallinn, Estonia for a port visit after exercise Siil (Hedgehog) 22, May 27, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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.

DN-SC-87-02002. Country: Unknown

The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS INDEPENDENCE (CV 62) patrols the waters of the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Unknown

120807-N-AG285-193ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 7, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) prepares to arrive at it's new homeport at Naval Station Norfolk. Abraham Lincoln deployed as part of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 9 to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th , 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.

220728-N-DF558-1347 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 28, 2022) U.S. Navy Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) sails in formation during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 28. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 30 unmanned systems, approximately 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.

240116-N-VM650-1908 AT SEA (Jan. 16, 2024) The Nimitz class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), back, and the Kongo-class helicopter destroyer JS Kongo (DDG-173) from the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force sail together during a trilateral exercise, Jan. 16. The exercise allowed maritime forces from Japan, Republic of Korea, and U.S. to train together to enhance coordination on maritime domain awareness and other shared security interests. Vinson, flagship of Carrier Strike Group ONE, is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

A port bow view of the aircraft carrier USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64) underway with various aircraft of the carrier's air wing parked on the flight deck. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 28, 2022) Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) sails in formation during Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 28. 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.

120319-N-FI736-130ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 19, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65)is underway as part of Enterprise Carrier Strike Group (CSG) to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

Crew members man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) as a tug boat accompanies the ship to the pier. The SARATOGA is returning to Mayport with elements of its battle group after its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-01502. Base: Hampton Roads State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

221008-N-CM110-1126 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 8, 2022) - Amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) sails through the South China Sea Oct. 8, 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. 25, 2016) The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) underway in the western Pacific Ocean. The Makin Island ARG is comprised of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45) and the amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25). The ARG is deployed with the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit in support of the Navys maritime strategy in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility.

120119-N-QH883-199ARABIAN SEA (Jan 19, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) join for a turnover of responsibility in the Arabian Sea. Both ships are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

The large harbor tug WAPAKONETA (YTB-766) moves into position to maneuver the amphibious assault ship USS IWO JIMA (LPH-2) as the ship prepares for departure to the Persian Gulf in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120309-N-DX364-009EVERETT, Wash. (March 9, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) arrives at its new homeport at Naval Station Everett after the completion of a docked planned incremental availability maintenance period at Bremerton, Wash. Nimitz is replacing USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), which had been homeported at Naval Station Everett since January 1997.

Gulf of Oman, May 2, 2013 - The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) conducts operations at sea.

DN-ST-89-04879. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

110611-N-DU438-082NAPLES, Italy (June 11, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) is anchored off the coast of Naples, Italy, during a port visit. George H.W. Bush is deployed as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

A starboard bow view of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) underway. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

120115-N-PK218-006 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 15, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise. The exercise is designed to bring every part of a strike group together to work effectively and efficiently as one cohesive unit, ensuring overall readiness prior to a regular deployment.

Mayport, Florida, November 2, 2012 - The amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) arrives at Naval Station Mayport, Florida.

DN-ST-89-06417. Base: Gulf Of Italy Country: Italy (ITA)

A starboard view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) moored at the station. The carrier has returned to Norfolk following deployment in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia(VA) Country: United States Of America(USA)

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

220122-N-AV223-1012 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 22, 2022) Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the Philippine Sea, Jan. 22, 2022. Operating as part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, units assigned to Carl Vinson and Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Groups, America and Essex Amphibious Ready Groups alongside Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, are conducting training to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Derek Kelley)

The US nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74) in the Strait of Juan de Fuca near Port Angeles, Washington State, USA

A port bow view of the amphibious assault ship USS NEW ORLEANS (LPH-11) underway. CH-53 Sea Stallion and CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters line the flight deck. Base: San Diego Bay State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

111009-N-DU438-097 STRAIT OF HORMUZ (Oct. 9, 2011) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) transits through the Strait of Hormuz. George H.W. Bush is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility on its first operational deployment conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operations Enduring Freedom and New Dawn.

Amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) departs Naval Air Station North Island, Calif., April 7, 2022. Tripoli completed flight deck operations with 20 F-35B Lightning II jets from Marine Fighter Attack Squadrons 211 and 225, Marine Aircraft Group 13, and 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, as well as Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron 1, as part of 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.

240210-N-LM220-1018 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 10, 2024) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) prepares to conduct a replenishment-at-sea with Fleet Replenishment Oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains. Navy

220924-N-OK195-1464 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 24, 2022) Aircraft from Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 fly over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) during flight operations above the Adriatic Sea, Sept. 24, 2022. CVW-7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group 10, George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG). The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, VFA-103, VFA-136, VFA-143, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (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, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

TIMOR SEA (May 13, 2022) The forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) conducts landing craft mechanized (LCM) operations with the Australian Army in support of Operation Croc Response. Ashland, part of the America Expeditionary Strike Group is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, serving as a ready-response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (March 7, 2016) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 performs a flyby during an aerial change of command ceremony above USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Providing a ready force supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific, Stennis is operating as part of the Great Green Fleet on a regularly scheduled 7th Fleet deployment.

STRAIT OF MESSINA (Oct. 15, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) transits the Strait of Messina. Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 26, 2022) Two 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 Gualle 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.

The Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), along with the staff of carrier Strike Group (CSG) 12, return to Naval Station Norfolk following an eight-month deployment, Jan. 17, 2024. The Gerald R. Ford CSG was deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

A view of the island of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN-73) with ND-3A tow tractors, an S-3A aircraft, left, and an E-2C Hawkeye aircraft, right, positioned on the flight deck. Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

PEARL HARBOR (July 12, 2022) Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopter destroyer JS Izumo (DDH 183) departs Pearl Harbor, July 12, to participate in the at-sea phase as part of 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. (Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Suga Tatsuya)

DN-ST-89-10647. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 22, 2022) Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) transits the Philippine Sea, Jan. 22, 2022. Operating as part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, units assigned to Carl Vinson and Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Groups, America and Essex Amphibious Ready Groups, alongside Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, are conducting training to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joe Rolfe)

050105-N-7281D-044. Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220122-N-EE352-1220 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 22, 2022) America-class amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), transits the Philippine Sea Jan. 22, 2022. Operating as part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, units assigned to Carl Vinson and Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Groups, Essex and America Amphibious Ready Groups and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, are conducting training to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Leon Vonguyen)

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Feb. 21, 2019) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) arrives at Norfolk Naval Shipyard Feb. 21, 2019, for a 28-month dry-docking planned incremental availability.

An aerial view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65), left, and the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72) tied up at Pier II. The battleship USS IOWA (BB-61), right, lies tied up at Pier 10. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

040617-N-0684R-017. Country: Canada (CAN) Scene Major Command Shown: CVN-74

LOS ANGELES (May 30, 2022) U.S. Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin performs a flyover the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 30, 2022. Los Angeles Fleet Week is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

110531-N-VQ827-714 PORTSMOUTH, England (May 31, 2011) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) use a fire hose to wash the anchor as the ship pulls out of Portsmouth, England. George H.W. Bush is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2020) An E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, assigned to the "Greyhawks" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 120, prepares to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R.Ford (CVN 78) during flight operations, May 10, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications.

DN-SC-90-02193. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

181105-N-GY475-0534ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 5, 2018) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Fighting Checkmates" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211, lands aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Nov. 5, 2018. Harry S. Truman is participating in Trident Juncture 18, a month long exercise designed to test NATOs ability to plan and conduct a major collective defense operation - from troop training at the tactical level, to command over large elements of a NATO force. The exercise takes place in Norway and the surrounding areas of the North Atlantic and the Baltic Sea, including Iceland and the airspace of Finland and Sweden. More than 50,000 participants - including U.S. service members - are participating, utilizing approximately 150 aircraft, 65 ships and more than 10,000 vehicles in support of the exercise.

A starboard quarter view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) as it conducts flight operations in support of Operation Provide Comfort, a multinational effort to aid Kurdish refugees in southern Turkey and northern Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE COMFORT Base: USS Theodore Roosevelt(CVN 71) Country: Mediterranean Sea(MED)

220610-N-DU622-1005 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 10, 2022) USNS Henry J. Kieser (T-AO-187) steams along side the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during a replenishment at sea (RAS). Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

LOS ANGELES (May 30, 2022) U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornets flyover the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 30, 2022. Los Angeles Fleet Week is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

Arabian Gulf, August 13, 2013 - The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN-68) is underway in the Arabian Gulf.

A tug maneuvers the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) alongside Pier 11 at dawn as the ship return from a Mediterranean deployment. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

ODESA, Ukraine (July 2, 2019) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) prepares to go underway in the Black Sea during exercise Sea Breeze 2019 in Odesa, Ukraine, July 2, 2019. Sea Breeze is a U.S. and Ukraine co-hosted multinational maritime exercise held in the Black Sea, designed to enhance interoperability of participating nations and strengthen maritime security and peace within the region.

The Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), departed Naval Station Norfolk, Jan. 24, 2024 commencing operations for Steadfast Defender 2024, NATO's largest excercise in decades. Steadfast Defender will demonstrate NATO's ability to deploy forces rapidly from across the Alliance to reinforce the defense of Europe.

050605-N-0905V-010. Country: Persian Gulf Scene Major Command Shown: CVN-70

The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), left, and the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), background, receive fuel from the Fleet Replenishment Oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195). The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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.

Crew members man the rails as harbor tugs maneuver the amphibious assault ship USS WASP (LHD 1) into port. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220612-N-XN177-1283 (PHILIPPINE SEA) - The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) 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.

OKINAWA, Japan (March 5, 2015) The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), left, and the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) are docked at White Beach Naval Facility, Okinawa. Bonhomme Richard, flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group, along with Green Bay and the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) are part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group on deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

DN-ST-88-09171. Base: Naval Operating Base, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220831-N-GF955-1352BALTIC SEA (Aug. 31, 2022) A MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, Detachment 4 carries cargo off the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during a vertical-replenishment (VERTREP) with the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12) in the Baltic Sea, Aug. 31, 2022. Paul Ignatius is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, 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.

050405-N-9851B-012. Base: Naval Fleet Activity, Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: Manistee (YTB-782)

220715-N-XN177-1216 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 15, 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 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.

120814-N-ZC343-381SAN DIEGO (Aug. 14, 2012) The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) passes the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) in San Diego Bay as Essex returns home after participating in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise.

A commercial harbor tug assists the amphibious assault ship USS OKINAWA (LPH-3) as the vessel makes its way toward Naval Station, San Diego, after passing under the San Diego-Coronado Bridge. The OKINAWA is returning from service in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-89-01519. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 17, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Airman Leah James, from Mobile, Alabama, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), watches as the amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) sails alongside America during a formation steaming exercise 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.

110407-F-NJ219-102 NORFOLK (April 7, 2011) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) returns from training in the Atlantic Ocean.

Visitors watch from the USS IOWA (BB-61) watch as the Type 143 fast attack craft missile boat FGS Greif (P-6119) of the West German navy passes in review during a port visit by the battleship. Base: Kiel Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

060706-N-2830P-054. Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 15, 2013) A C-2A Greyhound from the Providers of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30, Detachment 5, delivers empty water containers to the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) to be filled with fresh water for delivery ashore in support of Operation Damayan. The George Washington Carrier Strike Group supports the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade to assist the Philippine government in response to the aftermath of the Super typhoon Haiyan in the Republic of the Philippines.

221128-N-DW158-1203 PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 28, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship, USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE 7), in the Philippine Sea, Nov. 28. Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific/Task Force 73 is the U.S. Navy's premiere maritime mobile logistics organization that supports the Seventh Fleet area of operations. Located to Southeast Asia COMLOG WESTPAC in conjunction with Military Sealift Command Far East, logistically supplies the U.S. Navy's deployed units in the Western Pacific along with regional Allies and partners. 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.

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN-68) returning to home port in Norfolk, VA., following the May 26th aircraft crash on its 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. Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-ST-87-01500. Base: Hampton Roads State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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