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Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group Operates with Nimitz Carrier Strike Group
February 9, 2021
The Theodore Roosevelt and Nimitz Carrier Strike Groups steam in formation on scheduled deployments to the 7th Fleet area of operations. As the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed fleet, 7th Fleet routinely operates and interacts with 35 maritime nations while conducting missions to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific Region.
POTUS Calls Nimitz During Super Bowl
February 8, 2021
210208-N-DQ752-1001 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 8, 2021) Rear Adm. Jim Kirk, commander, Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, and Senior Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Chad McCraken, a native of Newark, Del., speak with President Joe Biden during a conference call aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group and is deployed conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cheyenne Geletka/Released)
U.S. Naval Forces and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Forces Conduct Bilateral Mine Warfare Exercise
February 7, 2021
ISE BAY, Japan (Jan. 31, 2021) Sailors deployed with Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7 build a combat rubber raiding craft aboard the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) minesweeper tender JS Uraga (MST 463) in preparation for Mine Warfare Exercise (MINEX) 1JA 2021. MINEX 1JA is part of an annual series of exercises between the U.S. Navy and JMSDF designed to increase proficiency in mine countermeasure operations. During the nine-day exercise, participants conduct unit-level mine warfare tactics to include mine hunting, detection, and prosecution. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nick Bauer)
7th Fleet Destroyer conducts Freedom of Navigation Operation in South China Sea
February 5, 2021
PARACEL ISLANDS, SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 05, 2021) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) transits through South China Sea 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Markus Castaneda)
Destroyer Squadron 15 Holds Change of Command
February 5, 2021
YOKOSUKA, Japan - Capt. Chase Sargeant relieves Capt. Steven. H. DeMoss as commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 during a change of command ceremony, Feb. 5, onboard Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan. DESRON 15 is the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Justin Stack)
USS Ohio Conducts Joint Operations with Marine Corps Element Near Okinawa
February 4, 2021
PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 2, 2021) U.S. Marines from Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expedition Force (MEF), pilot combat rubber raiding craft to a waiting Ohio-class guided missile submarine USS Ohio (SSGN 726) during an integration exercise near Okinawa, Japan. The exercise was part of ongoing III MEF-U.S. 7th Fleet efforts to provide flexible, forward-postured and quick-response options to regional commanders. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Audrey M. C. Rampton)
USS Ronald Reagan begins the second round of COVID-19 vaccinations
February 4, 2021
YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 2, 2021) Machinist’s Mate (Nuclear) 1st Class Brian Busby, assigned to the U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), receives the second shot of the COVID-19 vaccine on Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY). Medical personnel and strategic forces were the first to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Ronald Reagan returned to Yokosuka in November 2020 following a six-month deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.
Lightning strikes again onboard USS America
February 4, 2021
210130-N-BT681-1199 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 30, 2021) An F-35B Lightning II assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) lands on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan D. Berlier)
7th Fleet Destroyer transits Taiwan Strait
February 3, 2021
TAIWAN STRAIT - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) is conducting routine underway operations in support of stability and security for a free and open Indo-Pacific. McCain is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
USS Rafael Peralta arrives in Yokosuka, joins U.S 7th Fleet
February 3, 2021
YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 4, 2021) – The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) arrives at Fleet Activities Yokosuka after completing a homeport change from San Diego, Calif., to join U.S. 7th Fleet. The forward presence of Rafael Peralta, a Flight IIA destroyer that can deploy with 2 MH-60 variant helicopters and also has improved ballistic missile defense, anti-air and surface warfare capabilities compared to its predecessor, enhances the national securi-ty of the United States and improves its ability to protect strategic interests. As the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed fleet, 7th Fleet employs 50-70 ships and submarines across the Western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. 7th Fleet routinely operates and interacts with 35 maritime nations while conducting missions to preserve and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Reymundo A. Villegas III/Released)
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