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    An aerial photograph of a gray naval warship underway on dark blue open water. The vessel is moving in a northward direction relative to the image frame, leaving a visible white wake trail behind its stern. An American flag is visible on the ship's superstructure, indicating it is a U.S. Navy vessel.

    BALTIC SEA

    06.08.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Kyle Steckler 

    Fleet Public Affairs Center, Detachment Rota

    200608-N-BM428-1751 BALTIC SEA (June 8, 2020) The Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) participates in exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2020 while in the Baltic Sea, June 8, 2020. BALTOPS is the premier annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, marking the 49th year of one of the largest exercises in Northern Europe enhancing flexibility and interoperability among allied and partner nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kyle Steckler)

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    Date Taken: 06.08.2020
    Date Posted: 06.09.2020 05:40
    Photo ID: 6235410
    VIRIN: 200608-N-RG482-1751
    Resolution: 2338x3306
    Size: 1.58 MB
    Location: BALTIC SEA
    Web Views: 60
    Downloads: 34

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    The image shows two naval vessels operating in close proximity on open ocean, likely conducting or preparing for an underway replenishment (UNREP) operation. The photograph is taken from the deck of one warship looking toward a larger auxiliary/replenishment vessel to port. Conditions are calm with clear blue skies and smooth seas.
    The image shows naval flight deck personnel standing on what appears to be an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship flight deck, observing two vessels in the background. The personnel are wearing standard flight deck gear including cranials (helmets) and hearing protection, with green jerseys indicating aviation handling roles. Two ships are visible in the background — a large auxiliary/replenishment vessel and what appears to be an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer.
    A naval formation of multiple warships and at least one support/auxiliary vessel sailing in open blue waters under partly cloudy skies. The image is taken from the deck of a vessel in the foreground, showing weapon systems in the lower right. The formation includes vessels of varying sizes and types, suggesting a multinational or multi-vessel naval exercise or transit.
    A naval personnel member stands on the deck of a warship, observing or photographing a large gray military auxiliary/replenishment vessel passing nearby at sea. The observer is positioned at a railing on what appears to be the flight deck or main deck of another naval vessel. The scene takes place in open ocean under clear, bright conditions.
    A German Navy (Deutsche Marine) military helicopter, marked with the identification number '83+10' and an Iron Cross insignia, is captured in flight over a body of water. The aircraft appears to be a Westland Lynx or similar naval helicopter painted in grey livery. The image is a high-quality aerial photograph taken from another aircraft, showing the helicopter in level cruise flight.
    An aerial photograph of a U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyer underway at sea, viewed from a slightly elevated angle. The vessel is sailing through deep blue open ocean water, with a light exhaust plume visible trailing from the ship's stack area. An American flag is visibly flying from the mast.
    A close-up profile shot of a military aviator or aircrew member wearing a flight helmet with a tinted visor. The visor reflects an aerial view of open ocean water with at least one naval vessel visible in the reflection. The image captures both the subject and an environmental scene simultaneously through the reflective visor.
    An aerial photograph shows a naval formation of approximately seven warships sailing in open blue water. The vessels are arranged in a structured formation pattern, with a larger ship at the rear and smaller vessels flanking and leading ahead. Wake trails and light smoke are visible from several of the ships, indicating active movement.
    An aerial photograph shows three naval vessels sailing in formation on calm, open blue water. The foreground features a large command or amphibious ship flying the American flag, followed by what appears to be a U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, and a third vessel in the background that appears to be a foreign navy frigate or destroyer. The formation suggests a multinational naval exercise or transit operation.
    An aerial photograph showing three naval vessels sailing in formation on open blue water, accompanied by a military helicopter flying in the foreground. The helicopter bears a German Iron Cross (Balkenkreuz) insignia and the word 'MARINE', identifying it as belonging to the Deutsche Marine (German Navy). The ships vary in size and type, with the largest appearing to be a command or amphibious support vessel with a flight deck.
    An aerial top-down photograph of a military naval vessel underway on dark open water. The ship appears to be a medium-to-large warship or auxiliary vessel with a helicopter deck visible at the stern and various deck equipment and superstructure along its length. The vessel is moving, as evidenced by the wake visible along its sides.
    An aerial photograph of a gray naval warship underway on dark blue open water. The vessel is moving in a northward direction relative to the image frame, leaving a visible white wake trail behind its stern. An American flag is visible on the ship's superstructure, indicating it is a U.S. Navy vessel.
    Two naval personnel in blue flight deck jerseys are working on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck at sea. They are carrying yellow tie-down chain handles and metal chains, likely used for securing aircraft to the deck. The ocean is visible in the background, and a portion of an aircraft or ship structure is visible in the foreground right.

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