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Fri

31

Aug

Navy's Senior Leader in Europe and Africa highlights his Five Focus Areas in new Podcast

Submitted by Anonyme on Fri, 2018/08/31 - 00:00

Libreville, Gabon (March 28, 2018) Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander of Naval Forces Europe-Africa and Allied Joint Force Command Naples, exchanges gifts with Ghanain navy Rear Adm. Peter Kofi Faidoo, chief of the naval staff, during exercise Obangame Express 2018 in Libreville, Gabon, March 28. Exercise Obangame Express 2018, which is sponsored by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness (MDA), information-sharing practices, and tactical interdiction expertise to enhance the collective capabilities of Gulf of Guinea and West African nations to counter sea-based illicit activity -- U.S. Navy photo by MCS1 Justin Stumberg.

Meuse-Argonne, France (May 27, 2018) Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, thanks veterans for their service following a wreath laying during a Memorial Day and World War I centennial commemoration ceremony at Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery in France. Admirals from U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and U.S. 6th Fleet traveled throughout Europe visiting American cemeteries and monuments to honor the lives and legacies of fallen U.S. and allied service members that paid the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their countries -- U.S. Navy photo by MCS1 Ryan Riley.

From U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs ─ 31 August 2018.

U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, head-quartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe...

Thu

30

Aug

Truman, Lincoln Strike Groups Conduct Dual-Carrier Ops

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Atlantic Ocean (Aug. 30, 2018) The USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group and USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group are participating in dual-carrier sustainment and qualification operations in the Atlantic Ocean. In addition to demonstrating the Navy's inherent flexibility and scalability, this evolution provides the opportunity to conduct complex, multi-unit training to enhance maritime interoperability and combat readiness, and prepare the Navy to protect our homeland and preserve and promote peace anywhere around the world – U.S. Navy photo by MCS3 Clint Davis.

Atlantic Ocean (Aug. 30, 2018) Aircraft from the Freedom Fighters of Carrier Air Wing 7 fly in formation above the Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75); the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87) from Destroyer Squadron 2; the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) and USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) from Destroyer Squadron 28; and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) while transiting the Atlantic Ocean. The USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group and USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group are participating in dual-carrier sustainment and qualification operations in the Atlantic Ocean -- U.S. Navy photo by MCS1 Brian M. Brooks.

By MCS2 Thomas Gooley, USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Public Affairs ─ 30 August 2018.

Harry S. Truman is currently deployed conducting operations in the Atlantic Ocean. Abraham Lincoln is underway in the Atlantic Ocean with Carrier Strike Group 12 conducting OT1 for the F-35C Lightning II JSF.

Thu

02

Aug

Three Aircraft Carriers to Change Homeports

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Pacific Ocean -- (May 7, 2018) USS John C. Stennis maneuvers during a formation sailing evolution. Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3 is underway conducting group sail training in preparation for its next scheduled deployment -- U.S. Navy photo by MCS3 Jake Greenberg.

From Commander, Naval Air Forces Public Affairs ─ 2 August 2018.

The U.S. Navy announced Aug. 2 that three Nimitz-class aircraft carriers, USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) will conduct homeport shifts.

Mon

16

Jul

USS Gerald R. Ford Begins Post-Shakedown Availability

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Atlantic Ocean (June 3, 2018) The church pennant and national ensign are flown above the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) while religious services are conducted aboard the ship. Gerald R. Ford is currently underway conducting test and evaluation operations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joshua Murray.

Norfolk (April 1, 2018) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) Chief's Mess conduct colors on the ship's flight deck in commemoration of the 125th anniversary of the chief petty officer rank. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cat Campbell.

Source : (NNS) ─ Washington D.C. ─ July 16, 2018.

USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) arrived at Huntington Ingalls Industries, July 15 to begin a yearlong maintenance and upgrade period, after the ship's successful completion of its post-delivery test and evaluation.

Fri

13

Jul

USS Nebraska Returns from First Strategic Deterrent Patrol Since 2013

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Puget Sound, Wash. (July 12, 2018) The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Nebraska (SSBN 739) transits the Hood Canal as it returns home to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following the boat's first strategic patrol since 2013. Nebraska recently completed a 41-month engineered refueling overhaul, which will extend the life of the submarine for another 20 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Amanda R. Gray.

By Commander, Submarine Group 9 Public Affairs ─ (NNS) ─ Bangor, Washington ─ July 13, 2018.

The blue crew of USS Nebraska (SSBN 739) returned to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, following the boat's first strategic deterrent mission since 2013.

Tue

10

Jul

Truman Completes French Air Defense Week

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Atlantic Ocean (July 4, 2018) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Red Rippers" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11 lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is deployed as part of an ongoing rotation of U.S. forces supporting maritime security operations in international waters around the globe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rebekah A. Watkins.

By MCS 3rd Class Michael Chen ─ Atlantic Ocean ─ July 10, 2018.

USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) completed a weeklong joint exercise known as French Air Defense week on July 6. This exercise featured aircraft from Carrier Air Wing One (CVW-1) conducting integrated flight operations with French Naval Aviation aircraft.

Mon

09

Jul

Milestone MQ-8C Fire Scout Initial Operational Test and Evaluation Complete

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Pacific Ocean (June 28, 2018) An MQ-8C Fire Scout unmanned helicopter conducts underway landing operations with the littoral combat ship USS Coronado (LCS 4). The Fire Scout variant is expected to deploy with the LCS class to provide reconnaissance, situational awareness and precision targeting support. Coronado is working with Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 1 to test the newest Fire Scout unmanned helicopter. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacob I. Allison.

By Lt. j.g. Caroline Zotti, Commander, LCS Squadron One P.A. ─ San Diego California ─ July 9, 2018.

USS Coronado (LCS 4) and Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 1 (VX-1) completed the first comprehensive Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E) for the MQ-8C Fire Scout.

Thu

05

Jul

NATO's Oldest Allies Unite

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Atlantic Ocean (July 3, 2018) A French Dasault Rafale M Fighter prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is deployed as part of an ongoing rotation of U.S. forces supporting maritime security operations in international waters around the globe -- U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Gitte Schirrmacher.

Atlantic Ocean (July 3, 2018) F/A-18 Super Hornets assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CAW) 1, and French Dassault Rafale M Fighters fly over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in the Atlantic Ocean. Harry S. Truman is deployed as part of an ongoing rotation of U.S. forces supporting maritime security operations in international waters around the globe -- U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rebekah A. Watkins.

Atlantic Ocean (July 3, 2018) A French Dassault Rafale M Fighter lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is deployed as part of an ongoing rotation of U.S. forces supporting maritime security operations in international waters around the globe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rebekah A. Watkins.

By MCS 2nd Class Thomas Gooley ─ (NNS) ─ Atlantic Ocean, July 5, 2018.

From July 2 to July 6, aircraft from Carrier Air Wing One (CVW-1), embarked aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), are conducting integrated flight operations with French Naval Aviation aircraft as part of French Air Defense week.

Tue

03

Jul

USS Jason Dunham and Egyptian Navy Conduct PASSEX

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U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Operations : (July 1, 2018) The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), bottom-right, conducts a passing exercise with the Egyptian navy frigate El Zafer (F951). Jason Dunham 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 the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points -- U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Clay.

By MCS 3rd Class Jonathan Clay ─ (NNS) ─ July 3, 2018.

Guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) and Egyptian Navy frigate El Zafer (F951) conducted a passing exercise: PASSEX, to improve crews' knowledge, navigation and familiarity with operability.

Fri

29

Jun

USS Oklahoma City Returns to Guam

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Apra Harbor, Guam: (June 29, 2018) The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) returns to its homeport of Apra Harbor, Guam. Oklahoma City is one of four forward-deployed submarines assigned to Submarine Squadron 15 -- U.S. Navy photo by Culinary Specialist Seaman Jonathan Perez.

From Commander, Submarine Squadron 15 PA ─ (NNS) ─ Santa Rita, Guam ─ June 29, 2018.

Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) returned to its homeport of Apra Harbor, Guam, after conducting routine patrols throughout the Indo-Pacific region in support of maritime security operations with allies across the region.