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    RIMPAC 2014 PHOTOEX [Image 13 of 17]

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    An aerial photograph captures a multinational naval formation exercise at sea, featuring a large helicopter destroyer or flat-deck warship as the centerpiece, surrounded by multiple escort vessels. Two military helicopters, appearing to be SH-60 Seahawk variants, fly in formation in the foreground at low altitude. The scene depicts a coordinated fleet exercise involving what appears to be Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force and allied naval vessels.

    PACIFIC OCEAN

    07.25.2014

    Photo by Ensign Joseph Pfaff 

    Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet           

    MH-60S Sea Hawks assigned to the "Black Knights" of Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 4, perform helicopter operations during a close formation of ships and submarines of 42 ships and submarines representing 15 international partner nations during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise 2014. Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and six submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC exercise from June 26 to Aug. 1, 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 oceans. RIMPAC 2014 is the 24th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Joseph Pfaff/Released)

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    Date Taken: 07.25.2014
    Date Posted: 07.29.2014 20:56
    Photo ID: 1471742
    VIRIN: 140725-N-UN830-624
    Resolution: 2000x1327
    Size: 767.24 KB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 169
    Downloads: 28

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    The image shows a U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer bearing hull number 112 underway in open blue ocean waters. A second, smaller vessel is visible in the background to the right. The weather is partly cloudy with calm sea conditions.
    A South Korean Navy submarine is photographed on the surface of open ocean waters, traveling at speed with visible bow wake and spray. The submarine's sail (conning tower) is clearly visible with multiple masts/periscopes raised and a South Korean national flag flying. The vessel appears to be a conventionally-powered (diesel-electric) submarine based on its size and design characteristics.
    A military submarine is photographed on the surface of open blue ocean water, traveling at moderate speed. The submarine appears to be dark/black in color with a prominent sail (conning tower) featuring multiple masts and what appears to be a national flag. White wake and bow waves are visible along the hull as it moves through the water.
    A large helicopter destroyer or flat-deck warship bearing hull number 182 leads a naval formation across open ocean waters. Multiple warships of varying sizes are visible in the background, suggesting a multinational or fleet exercise. The lead vessel features a full-length flight deck, island superstructure with radar domes, and is cutting through moderate seas.
    A large gray naval auxiliary or replenishment vessel is underway at sea, viewed from a slightly elevated forward angle. The ship bears the hull number '301' (or similar) on its bow and is equipped with replenishment-at-sea (RAS) rigs and extensive superstructure. The vessel is creating a visible bow wave, indicating it is moving at moderate speed across calm, deep blue ocean waters.
    The image shows the USNS Mercy (T-AH-19), a U.S. Naval Hospital Ship, photographed from a forward-facing aerial perspective while underway at sea. The vessel is painted entirely white with large red cross markings on the hull and superstructure, identifying it as a protected medical vessel under the Geneva Conventions. The ship's name 'MERCY' and designation 'U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL SHIP' are visibly stenciled on both sides of the bow.
    The image shows the U.S. Naval Hospital Ship USNS Mercy (T-AH-19) underway at sea, viewed from an aerial forward perspective. The white hospital ship is prominently marked with large Red Cross symbols and its IMO number 7390454. Several other naval vessels are visible in the background, suggesting a fleet formation or exercise.
    A large white hospital ship bearing the hull number 866 and prominent red cross markings is underway at sea. The vessel appears to be a Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) hospital ship, identifiable by the red flag visible on the mast and the multiple red cross symbols on the hull and superstructure. The ship is photographed from an elevated angle, likely from an aircraft, showing calm to moderate sea conditions.
    A large gray military naval vessel bearing the hull number 'N 47' is underway at sea, creating a prominent bow wave. The ship appears to be a dock landing ship or amphibious transport vessel, featuring a complex superstructure with radar arrays, masts, and communications equipment. Several other vessels are visible in the background on the open ocean.
    The image shows three U.S. Navy warships underway in open ocean under partly cloudy skies. The foreground vessel bears hull number '65' and displays an American flag, consistent with a Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser. Two additional vessels are visible in the background — one appearing to be a Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) to the left and a larger surface combatant to the right.
    Four submarines are sailing in a single-file formation on the open ocean surface. The lead submarine in the foreground displays an American flag on its sail (conning tower), with personnel visible on the bridge. The vessels appear to be US Navy nuclear submarines conducting a surface transit exercise or formation demonstration.
    An aerial photograph shows three large naval vessels sailing in formation on open ocean, accompanied by a military helicopter in the foreground. The lead vessel in the lower left appears to be a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier with aircraft visible on its flight deck. The formation suggests a coordinated naval exercise or transit operation.
    An aerial photograph captures a multinational naval formation exercise at sea, featuring a large helicopter destroyer or flat-deck warship as the centerpiece, surrounded by multiple escort vessels. Two military helicopters, appearing to be SH-60 Seahawk variants, fly in formation in the foreground at low altitude. The scene depicts a coordinated fleet exercise involving what appears to be Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force and allied naval vessels.
    A U.S. Navy helicopter, identified as an MH-60 Seahawk, is hovering or taking off from what appears to be a large aircraft carrier deck. The carrier's flight deck is populated with multiple fixed-wing aircraft, likely F/A-18 Hornets or Super Hornets. The scene takes place over open ocean under partly cloudy skies.
    A large US Navy aircraft carrier is underway at sea, surrounded by an escort group of multiple vessels. Two military helicopters, appearing to be MH-60 Seahawks, are airborne alongside the carrier. The formation includes at least one white-hulled Coast Guard cutter visible on the right side of the image.
    A large naval formation is underway at sea, featuring multiple warships from what appears to be the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), identifiable by the Rising Sun naval ensign visible on one vessel. In the foreground, a military helicopter — consistent with an SH-60 Seahawk variant — hovers low over the water. The scene suggests a multinational or JMSDF fleet review or joint naval exercise.
    Two military helicopters, identifiable as Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk variants, are flying in formation over open ocean. In the background, at least two naval vessels are visible on the water's surface. The foreground helicopter bears the number '614' on its fuselage, and the cabin door appears open with yellow interior equipment visible.

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