U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers in Action

Images of U.S. Navy aircraft carriers at sea, featuring flight operations and amphibious assault capabilities, highlighting military naval power.

March 16, 2009 - A U.S. Navy F/A-18C Hornet launches off the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) in the Red Sea.

U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) operates off the coast of Southern California, April 3, 2022. 20 F-35B Lightning IIs from Marine Aircraft Group 13 and Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron 1 boarded the Tripoli 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 platforms when needed, capable of bringing fifth generation short takeoff/vertical landing aircraft wherever they are required. This was the first time maximum capacity F-35B Lightning II aircraft were tested for operation aboard a landing helicopter assault (LHA) amphibious assault ship.

March 16, 2009 - A U.S. Navy F/A-18C Hornet launches off the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) in the Red Sea.

A port bow view of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-SD-06-14349. Country: Persian Gulf

The USS Tripoli (LHA-7), an American-class amphibious assault ship, returns to port at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, California, April 7, 2022. The Tripoli supported the launch of 20 F-35B Lightning II jets from Marine Fighter Attack Squadrons 211 and 225, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, as well as Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron as part of the U.S. Marine Corps lightning carrier concept demonstration. The lightning carrier concept demonstration shows that Tripoli and other amphibious assault ships are capable of operating as dedicated fixed-wing platforms when needed, capable of bringing fifth generation short takeoff/vertical landing aircraft wherever they are required.

A starboard beam view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) underway en route to the Adriatic Sea. The carrier is part of a battle group that will be replacing the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group currently assisting in maintaining the U.N. -mandated no-fly zone over Bosnia-Herzegovina. Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-SD-03-11417. Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

DN-ST-85-12748. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

120214-N-OY799-627 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 14, 2012) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) transit the Pacific Ocean during a photo exercise. The John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group is operating in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility while on a seven-month deployment.

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.

Crewmen relax on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS CORAL SEA (CV-43). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

January 19, 2012 - The Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Abraham Lincoln and USS John C. Stennis join for a turnover of responsibility in the Arabian Sea.

A port quarter view of the amphibious assault ship USS GUADALCANAL (LPH-7) underway during the joint service Exercise Ocean Venture '93. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '93 Base: USS Guadalcanal (LPH 7) State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard quarter view of the amphibious assault ship USS BELLEAU WOOD (LHA-3) underway. Country: Unknown

220822-N-TT639-1102 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 22, 2022) An F-35B Lightning II 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.

A starboard view of the aircraft carriers USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) and USS RANGER (CV-61) underway in the gulf during Operation Southern Watch, a multinational effort establishing a no-fly zone for Iraqi aircraft south of the 32nd parallel in Iraq. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Country: Unknown

061025-N-7730F-001. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220929-N-PS962-1545 WATERS EAST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (Sept. 29, 2022) An MH-60S Sea Hawk attached to the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12, flies by the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), ROKS Seoae Ryu Seong-ryong (DDG 993), ROKS Gwanggaeto the Great (DDH 971), ROKS Munmu the Great (DDH 976), as they 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.

070412-N-5484G-171. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) participating in an underway replenishment with the fleet oiler USS SAVANNAH (AOR-4) and the destroyer USS SPRUANCE (DD-963). Country: Unknown

120625-N-CV785-020 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 25, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) transits the Pacific Ocean. Nimitz is underway conducting carrier qualifications in preparation for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012, the world's largest international maritime exercise.

220121-N-DH793-1065 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 21, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) transits alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a replenishment-at-sea exercise, Jan. 22, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bela Chambers)

A port beam view of the amphibious assault ship USS SAIPAN (LHA-2) underway during exercise Ocean Venture '81. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '81 Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

111216-N-KQ416-059PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 16, 2011) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the Pacific Ocean during a deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. Lincoln is changing homeports after this deployment from Everett, Wash., to Norfolk, Va., for a periodic refueling complex overhaul.

A starboard quarter view of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70) as the ship starts backing down to back into a berthing pier at the naval base. The VINSON and her battle group are making a stop over in Japan before deploying to the Persian Gulf. Base: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN)

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 2nd Class Brett McMinoway)

An E-2C Hawkeye aircraft lands on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) during exercise Team Work '88. Subject Operation/Series: TEAM WORK '88 Country: North Atlantic Ocean

December 10, 2010 - The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), right, and the French Navy destroyer Forbin (D620) steam together in the Arabian Sea.

220728-N-DF558-1654 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.

WATERS SOUTH OF JAPAN (May 27, 2017) The Navys forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) patrols waters south of Japan. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

BALTIC SEA (May 17, 2022) - From left to right, the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) sail in formation during a maneuvering exercise with the Finnish and Swedish navies in the Baltic Sea, May 17, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, are on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

220822-N-TT639-2090 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 22, 2022) Amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) sails through the Philippine Sea, 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.

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.

220908-N-YD731-1534 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 8, 2022) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), right, 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.

A bow view of the oiler USNS PASSUMPSIC (T-AO-107) conducting an underway replenishment of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61) and the French destroyer Latouche-Treville (D-646) during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown

111104-N-ZZ999-885PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 4, 2011) U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships are underway in formation during Annual Exercise (ANNUALEX ) 2011, a bilateral field-training exercise sponsored by the Japan Self-Defense Force. ANNUALEX allows the U.S. and Japan to practice and evaluate the coordination procedures and interoperability elements required to effectively and mutually respond to the defense of Japan, a regional crisis, or a contingency situation in the Asia-Pacific region.

220122-N-PQ495-1075 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 22, 2022) Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111), front, and Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Champlain (CG 57), transit 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 Larissa T. Dougherty)

A starboard beam view of the dock landing ship TORTUGA (LSD 46) underway prior to its commissioning. Country: Gulf Of Mexico

DN-SC-87-06563. Country: Unknown

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 14, 2017) Ships from the Indian Navy, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) and the U.S. Navy sail in formation during Malabar 2018. Malabar 2018 is the 22nd rendition of the exercise and the first time it has been hosted off the coast of Guam. Malabar is designed to advance military-to-military coordination in a multinational environment between the U.S., Japan and Indian maritime forces.

040526-N-6371Q-138. Base: New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: Fleet Week 2004

Atlantic Ocean, September 1, 2010 - The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) and the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) conduct a vertical replenishment.

A starboard beam view of the replenishment oiler USS MILWAUKEE (AOR-2) refueling the aircraft carrier USS FORRESTAL (CV-59) during underway replenishment operations. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

221119-N-TC847-1019 ADRIATIC SEA (Nov. 19, 2022) A helicopter from Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 flies over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) as it transits the Adriatic Sea, Nov. 19, 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.

120321-N-RY232-595 ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 21, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) participates in an ammunition on-load with the aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77). Dwight D. Eisenhower is underway conducting training in the Atlantic Ocean.

120701-N-RY232-217 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.

DN-SC-87-01477. Country: Unknown

USS Nassau (LHA 4) US Navy

070522-N-8157C-122. Base: Gulf Of Oman

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.

120322-N-FI736-319ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 22, 2012) The Guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69), foreground, and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94), maneuver alongside the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) while transiting the Atlantic Ocean. Vicksburg, Nitze, and Enterprise are deployed with Enterprise Carrier Strike Group, which is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

An elevated starboard bow view of the amphibious assault ship USS INCHON (LPH-12) underway during NATO Exercise Northern Wedding '86. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WEDDING '86 Country: Norwegian Sea

Amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6) sails in the East China Sea during a photo exercise with amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Sept. 17, 2022. This training evolution provided two America-class ships the opportunity to sail together in close proximity, providing valuable training to both crews. The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit 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.

060829-N-4856C-055. Base: Gulf Of Aden

Pacific Ocean, June 23, 2012 - The amphibious assault ship USS Essex transits through the Pacific Ocean.

The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69) heads into the open ocean as it departs Fort Lauderdale, Florida, after a three-day visit during FLEET EX '90. Subject Operation/Series: FLEET EX '90 Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 6, 2012) The multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) operates in the Mediterranean Sea. Iwo Jima is part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

180206-N-EA818-053 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 6, 2018) The aircraft carrier Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) participates in a composite unit training exercise (COMPTUEX). Truman is underway as a part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (HSTCSG) performing COMPTUEX, which evaluates the strike groups ability as a whole to carry out sustained combat operations from the sea, ultimately certifying the HSTCSG for deployment.

Port-au-Prince, Haiti, January 15, 2010 - The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) awaits the return of Carrier Air Wing 17 aircraft along the coast of Haiti. Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing 17 arrived in Haiti to provide food, supplies, humanitarian aid and emergency assistance following a magnitude 7.0 earthquake disaster.

DN-ST-87-01034. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN WEDDING 86 Base: North Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 11, 2020) An F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121 prepares to land on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). The America Expeditionary Strike Group, 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.

DN-SC-85-06054. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

The USS George Washington (CVN-73), commanded by Captain Malcolm P. Branch, gets underway to position itself in the Adriatic Sea in support of Operation Joint Endeavor. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-ST-90-01043. Base: Chesapeake Bay Country: United States Of America (USA)

050225-N-3241H-031. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Carl Vinson & SH-60 Helo

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An aerial port bow view of the attack aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CVA-67) underway. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 23, 2022) Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails in formation with Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group (ABECSG), Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and Royal Australian Navy ships. ABECSG is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet. An integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet leads naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides the realistic, relevant training necessary to flawlessly execute our Navys role across the full spectrum of military operationsfrom combat operations to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. U.S. 3rd Fleet works together with our allies and partners to advance freedom of navigation, the rule of law, and other principles that underpin security for the Indo-Pacific region.

150501-N-TC437-192 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 1, 2015) An MH-60S Knight Hawk helicopter attached to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14 performs plane guard operations near the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). The ships comprising the John C. Stennis Strike Group (JCSSG) are participating in a group sail exercise designed to develop coordinated capabilities.

010930-N-0271M-003. Base: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Kitty Hawk

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 30, 2015) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter and an MQ-8B Fire Scout unmanned aerial vehicle, both assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 35, conduct coordinated flight operations with the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) in the Southern California operating area.

The destroyer USS CUSHING (DD-985) is silhouetted by the sun while underway near San Diego. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

WESTERN PACIFIC (May 3, 2017) The Republic of Korea destroyers Sejong the Great (DDG 991) and Yang Manchun (DDH 973), the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108), USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) and USS Stethem (DDG 63), Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) and Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) transit the Western Pacific. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia-Pacific routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional peace and security.

221208-N-ZQ263-1065 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 8, 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors form the phrase "Beat Army" on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway conducting routine operations.

220728-N-VI910-3045 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 28, 2022) Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopter carrier JS Izumo (DDH 183), right, sails in formation in front of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Royal Australian Navy landing helicopter dock HMAS Canberra (L02) and Republic of Korea Navy amphibious assault ship ROKS Marado (LPH 6112) 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.

An aerial starboard view of the aircraft carrier USS KITTYHAWK (CV-63) underway. Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

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

110529-N-DR144-735PACIFIC OCEAN (May 29, 2011) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) approach the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), not pictured, during a refueling at sea. Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

A stern view of the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

An aerial port side view of the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66) underway. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-SC-88-05999. Base: Unknown

120718-N-AC887-007 PACIFIC OCEAN (JULY 18, 2012) The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187), delivers a 50-50 blend of advanced biofuels and traditional petroleum-based fuel to the guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59) during the Great Green Fleet demonstration portion of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012. In the background are the guided-missile destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90), left, the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93). Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in the biennial RIMPAC exercise from June 29 to Aug. 3, in and around the Hawaiian Islands. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity that helps participants foster and sustain the cooperative relationships that are critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's o

Arleigh-burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, Feb. 26, 2024. George Washington is conducting Tailored Ships Training Availability and Final Evaluation Problem (TSTA/FEP). TSTA prepares the ship and crew for full integration into a carrier strike group through a wide range of mission critical operations. Navy

060327-A-9930K-015. Subject Operation/Series: FOAL EAGLE Base: USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG-54) Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Major Command Shown: USNFK

The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189) and Ticonderoga-class Cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), Oct. 9, 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.

220502-N-XN177-1208 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 2, 2022) - Sailors man the rails aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 2, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

220929-N-JO823-1493 WATERS EAST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (Sept. 29, 2022) The U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy ships ROKS Seoae Ryu Seon-ryong (DDG 993) and ROKS Gwanggaeto the Great (DDH 971), 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 starboard bow view of the dock landing ship USS FORT MCHENRY (LSD-43) in San Diego Bay. The vessel is one of six U.S. Navy ships taking part in the Parade of Ships, part of San Diego's Accolades '91 celebration honoring local military units and installations. Subject Operation/Series: ACCOLADES '91 Base: San Diego State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

CORAL SEA (Aug. 1, 2019) An F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) lands on the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) as it transits the Coral Sea. Wasp, flagship of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready response force for any type of contingency.

EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 17, 2022) The amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) sails alongside the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6) 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.

NEW YORK (Nov. 2, 2012) Two U.S. Coast Guard Dolphin HH-65C Helicopter's land aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). The U.S. Navy has positioned forces in the area to assist U.S. Northern Command (NORTHCOM) in support of FEMA and local civil authorities following the destruction caused by Hurricane Sandy.

A bow view of the guided missile crusier USS GETTYSBURG (CG 64) underway. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), and Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyers USS Ramage (DDG 61), USS McFaul (DDG 74), USS Bulkeley (DDG 84), USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) and German Navy Frigate FGS Hessen (FFG 221) steam in formation, Oct. 13, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCG) 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

011114-N-1328C-502. Subject Operation/Series: Enduring Freedom Country: Arabian Sea

040825-N-7498B-137. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 12, 2023) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69), left, receives fuel from the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199) during an underway replenishment while operating in the South China Sea, April 12. Milius is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force. Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific (COMLOG WESTPAC)/Task Force 73 logistically resupplies deployed units in the Indo-Pacific along with regional Allies and partners.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 3, 2015) The aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) participates in an ammunition onload with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12). Harry S. Truman is underway conducting an ordnance-handling evolution.

NORTH ARABIAN SEA (June 2, 2013) The Royal Australian Navy frigate HMAS Newcastle (FFG 06) transits alongside the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

220618-N-YS933-1108 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 18, 2022) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), conducts a fueling-at-sea with Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer. Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

A starboard quarter view of the dock landing ship TORTUGA (LSD-46) at anchor during pre-commissioning trials off the coast of Virginia near Naval Amphibious Base, Little Creek. Country: Chesapeake Bay

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