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Sat

12

May

Carrier Strike Group 3 Completes Group Sail

Submitted by Anonyme on Sat, 2018/05/12 - 00:00

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), right, conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187). John C. Stennis is underway with the ships and squadrons of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3 conducting a group sail training in preparation for its next scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David A. Brandenburg.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7, 2018) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) wave to Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) during a replenishment-at-sea exercise. John C. Stennis is underway with the ships and squadrons of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3 conducting group sail training in preparation for its next scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class William Ford.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) Lt. Justin Otto, from Scottsburg, Indiana, gives the signal to launch an F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to the "Warhawks" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97, on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is underway with the ships and squadrons of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3 conducting group sail training in preparation for its next scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Jamie Moroney.

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7, 2018) Naval Air Crewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Juan Morabarajas, from Oakland, Calif., mans a .50-caliber machine gun inside an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14. The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) is underway with the ships and squadrons of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3 conducting group sail training in preparation for its next scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cole C. Pielop.

180507-N-UD522-0102 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 7, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) prepares for a replenishment-at-sea with the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Stockdale is underway with the ships and squadrons of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3 conducting group sail training in preparation for its next scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David A. Brandenburg.

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David A. Brandenburg — May 12, 2018.

Pacific Ocean — (NNS) — Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3 has completed its group sail with USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) and Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 21.

Fri

11

May

USS Ronald Reagan Departs Yokosuka for Sea Trials

Submitted by Anonyme on Fri, 2018/05/11 - 00:00

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 11, 2018) The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) departs U.S. Fleet Activities (FLEACT) Yokosuka. FLEACT Yokosuka provides, maintains and operates base facilities and services in support of the U.S. 7th Fleet's forward-deployed naval forces, 71 tenant commands and more than 27,000 military and civilian personnel. U.S. Navy photo by Garrett Zopfi.

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Janweb Lagazo — (NNS) — Yokosuka, Japan.

Yokosuka, Japan — (NNS) — The forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) departed for sea trials, May 11, after successfully completing a two-day fast cruise.

Wed

09

May

Chammal : déploiement de la frégate Chevalier Paul en Méditerranée orientale

Submitted by Anonyme on Wed, 2018/05/09 - 00:00

La frégate de défense aérienne Chevalier Paul -- Photo Marine nationale.

L'Opération Chammal -- Carte État-major des Armées

Source : État-major des Armées — Paris, le 9 mai 2018.

La frégate de défense aérienne Chevalier Paul a appareillé de Toulon le 18 avril pour rejoindre la Méditerranée orientale et être intégrée à l’opération Chammal. Ce type de déploiement s’inscrit dans le cadre de la mission « connaissance et anticipation » confiée aux forces armées.

Tue

08

May

NATO-Allied Command Transformation Farewells Davidson, Welcomes New U.S. Fleet Forces Commander

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French Air Force Gen. Denis Mercier, Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, poses with Adm. Phil Davidson following a change of command ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). Allied Command Transformation (ACT) is the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) home in North America and continues to serve as the transatlantic bond since its inception in 2003. The city of Norfolk, and the region as a whole, serves as the host to both military and civilian personnel from 34 allied and partner nations who are assigned to ACT. Official U.S. Navy Photo by Lt. Cmdr. Dawn Stankus.

From Allied Command Transformation Public Affairs — (NNS) — Norfolk, Virginia.

French Air Force Gen. Denis Mercier, SACT, said farewell to Commander, USFF, U.S. Navy Adm. Phil Davidson following a change of command ceremony held aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) in Norfolk on May 4.

Mon

07

May

USS Theodore Roosevelt Completes 7-Month Deployment

Submitted by Anonyme on Mon, 2018/05/07 - 00:00

PACIFIC OCEAN (May 4, 2018) The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), front, and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) are underway together during a sea power demonstration. Theodore Roosevelt and Bunker Hill are currently deployed in the Pacific Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alex Corona.

180426-N-VN584-2240 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 26, 2018) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Mighty Shrikes of Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 94 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt is underway on a regularly scheduled deployment in the western Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alex Corona.

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (April 27, 2018) Sailors man the rails of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) as the ship arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a regularly scheduled port visit. Theodore Roosevelt is underway for a regularly scheduled deployment in the western Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michael Hogan.

By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alex Corona — (NNS) — San Diego, California.

Approximately 5,000 Sailors and Marines embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) returned to their homeport of Naval Air Station North Island, May 7, after a successful seven-month deployment.

Wed

02

May

Investments Focus on More Lethal Force, Navy Secretary Says

Submitted by Anonyme on Wed, 2018/05/02 - 00:00

FGS Hessen, right, and USS Forrest Sherman conduct a strait transit with USS Harry S. Truman through the Strait of Gibraltar, April 27, 2018. Truman is deployed as part of an ongoing rotation of U.S. forces supporting maritime security operations in international waters around the globe. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Scott Swofford.

By Lisa Ferdinando — (DoD News) — Washington D.C. — May 2, 2018.

“As directed by the 2018 National Defense Strategy, we're building a model of a more lethal, resilient and agile force, capable of deterring and defeating any enemy in this age of, as we know it, renewed power competition…

Thu

26

Apr

U.S., Thailand Commence Guardian Sea Exercise

Submitted by Anonyme on Thu, 2018/04/26 - 00:00

The guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey transits the Indian Ocean, March 28, 2018. The Halsey is among other U.S. Navy vessels and Thai Royal Navy ships participating in the Guardian Sea exercise. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Morgan K. Nall.

Logistics Group Western Pacific — Andaman Sea — April 26, 2018.

The five-day antisubmarine and maritime domain awareness exercise will involve cooperative evolutions designed to enhance mutual capabilities in antisubmarine warfare while also improving information sharing between the two navies.

Thu

19

Apr

John C. Stennis Completes TSTA / FEP

Submitted by Anonyme on Thu, 2018/04/19 - 00:00

PACIFIC OCEAN, (April 16, 2018) F/A-18E Super Hornets prepare to launch during night flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is underway with Carrier Air Wing 9 conducting routine training as well as tailored ships training availability and final evaluation problem. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joseph L. Miller.

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 14, 2018) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Chargers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14, prepares to onload cargo during a replenishment-at-sea between the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) and the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187). John C. Stennis is underway with Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 conducting routine, tailored ships training availability and final evaluation problem. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class William Ford.

180412-N-OW019-017 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 12, 2018) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) simulate fighting a fire during a general quarters drill. John C. Stennis is underway conducting routine training as it continues preparing for its next scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Logan C. Kellums.

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 14, 2018) Sailors stand by to heave line during a replenishment-at-sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is underway with Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 conducting routine, tailored ships training availability and final evaluation problem. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David A. Brandenburg.

By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cole C. Pielop — Pacific Ocean — April 19, 2018.

TSTA focuses primarily on damage control, medical, engineering and combat systems casualties inside of the ship, as well as seamanship, navigation, anchoring and small boat operations; while FEP focuses on the ship's overall competency during deployment.

Wed

18

Apr

DoD Officials: Local Forces in Libya, Syria Gain Ground Against ISIL

Submitted by Anonyme on Wed, 2018/04/18 - 17:40

By Cheryl Pellerin — (DOD News) — August 12, 2016.

Local forces engaged in tough fighting in Libya and Syria against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant are gaining ground against the terrorist army, a Defense Department spokesman said today.

Wed

18

Apr

Le Jean de Vienne escorte des unités alliées dans le détroit de Bab El Mandeb

Submitted by Anonyme on Wed, 2018/04/18 - 00:00

Source : État-major des Armées — Paris, le 18 avril 2018.

Déployé en océan Indien depuis le 23 février 2018, le Jean de Vienne a été sollicité début avril pour escorter deux convois de bâtiments militaires américains et anglais devant franchir le détroit de Bab El-Mandeb, situé entre Djibouti et le Yémen.