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French submarine deployment to Western Pacific presents rare training opportunity for Guam-based boat
December 17, 2020
WATERS OFF GUAM (Dec. 11, 2020) The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758), right, and the French Navy Rubis-class nuclear powered submarine (SSN) Émeraude steam in formation off the coast of Guam during a photo exercise. Asheville and Émeraude practiced high-end maritime skills in a multitude of disciplines designed to enhance interoperability between maritime forces. Asheville is one of four forward-deployed submarines assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 15.
USNS Alan Shepard conducts Freedom of Navigation Operation
December 15, 2020
TSUSHIMA STRAIT (Dec. 15, 2020) - The Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) conducts routine operations during a freedom of navigation operation in the vicinity of the Tsushima Strait. The ship conducted normal operations within Japan’s claimed territorial seas to challenge excessive maritime claims and preserve access and navigational freedoms consistent with international law. U.S. 7th Fleet conducts forward-deployed naval operations in support of U.S. national interests in the Indo-Pacific area of operations
U.S., Singapore Militaries Join for Bilateral Amphibious Training during CARAT Exercise
December 14, 2020
SINGAPORE (Dec. 9, 2020) - U.S., Singapore discuss a shared commitment towards regional maritime security and stability while planning for amphibious interoperability training at sea during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Singapore. This year marks the 26th iteration of CARAT, a multinational exercise designed to enhance U.S. and partner navies' abilities to operate together in response to traditional and non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.
Royal Australian Navy, Royal Canadian Navy, and Royal Canadian Air Force Join U.S. Forces for Fleet Synthetic Training
December 10, 2020
Lt. Zack Lukens, from Port Charlotte, Fla., left, and Sonar Technician (Surface) 1st Class Tyler Davis, from Lemoore Calif., assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, serve as the Sea Combat tactical watch standers during Fleet Synthetic Training - Joint (FST-J) exercise aboard USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). FST-J is a week-long exercise that brings together multiple units from across the globe to train together in a virtual environment. As the U.S. Navy's largest forward deployed fleet, U.S. 7th Fleet routinely operates between 50-70 ships and submarines and 140 aircraft with approximately 20,000 Sailors. 7th Fleet's area of operation spans more than 124 million square kilometers, stretching from the International Date Line to the India/Pakistan border; and from the Kuril Islands in the North to the Antarctic in the South Pacific, providing security and stability to the region. 7th Fleet interacts with 35 other maritime nations to build partnerships that foster maritime security while conducting a wide-range of missions to support humanitarian efforts and uphold international laws and freedoms of the sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Askia Collins. This photo has been altered for security purposes.)
Expeditionary Sailor Provides Medical Aid on Thanksgiving Day Flight
December 9, 2020
Photo courtesy of Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jake Farque
7th Fleet Commander, Vice Adm. Bill Merz, Visits NAF Atsugi and NAF Misawa
December 3, 2020
MISAWA, Japan (Dec. 2, 2020) – Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, Vice Adm. Bill Merz, left, tours Aviation Support Division (ASD) Misawa during a visit to Naval Air Facility (NAF) Misawa. Merz is conducting fleet circulation visits to NAF Atsugi and NAF Misawa with a focus on discussing the U.S. 7th Fleet Warfighting Concepts and engagement with tenant commands and rotational deployers. U.S. 7th Fleet conducts forward-deployed naval operations in support of U.S. national interests in the Indo-Pacific area of operations. As the U.S. Navy's largest numbered fleet, 7th Fleet interacts with 35 other maritime nations to build partnerships that foster maritime security, promote stability, and prevent conflict.
7th Fleet Patrol Aircraft Supports Search and Rescue
December 1, 2020
PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 30, 2020) - A US Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft from Patrol Squadron (VP) 5, the "Mad Foxes" assisted in locating a vessel Nov. 30 that had been missing for three days near the island of Saipan. The VP-5 aircraft located the vessel Nov. 30, and remained on station until a U.S. Coast Guard vessel and a merchant vessel arrived to assist in rescue efforts. The "Mad Foxes", stationed in Jacksonville, Florida, are currently deployed to Kadena Air Force Base in Okinawa, Japan. (U.S. Navy courtesy asset)
Nimitz Carrier Strike Group Concludes Cooperative Deployment with Royal Australian Navy
November 24, 2020
INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 23, 2020) The Royal Australian Navy Anzac-class frigate HMAS Ballarat (FFH 155) steams alongside the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) as an F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Mighty Shrikes" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 94, launches off the flight deck of the Nimitz. Nimitz, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 11, is deployed conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.
USS John S. McCain conducts Freedom of Navigation Operation
November 24, 2020
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) transits through Peter the Great Bay while conducting routine underway operations. McCain is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
Barry Returns to the South China Sea
November 22, 2020
SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 21, 2020) Cmdr. Chris Gahl, commanding officer of guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52), watches as the battle ensign is raised during routine underway operations. Barry is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Molly Crawford)
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