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    McCain conducts RAS with INS Shakti, HMAS Ballarat during Malabar 2020 [Image 4 of 5]

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    A naval warship, appearing to be a U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, is underway on open ocean with a second vessel visible in the distance ahead. Several crew members are visible on the forward deck, and the ship's forward gun mount and radar dome are prominently visible. The scene appears to depict a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) approach or formation sailing exercise.

    INDIAN OCEAN

    11.04.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Markus Castaneda 

    Commander, Destroyer Squadron 15

    The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) makes its approach toward the Indian Navy Deepak-class fleet tanker INS Shakti (A 57) and the Royal Australian Navy Anzac-class frigate HMAS Ballarat (FFH 155) to conduct a replenishment-at-sea during Malabar 2020. Malabar is an India-led multinational exercise designed to enhance cooperation between Indian Navy (IN), Royal Australian Navy (RAN), Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) and U.S. maritime forces. Australian, Indian, Japanese and American maritime forces routinely operate together in the Indo-Pacific, fostering a cooperative approach toward regional security and stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Markus Castaneda/Released)

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    Date Taken: 11.04.2020
    Date Posted: 11.05.2020 03:01
    Photo ID: 6414147
    VIRIN: 201104-N-WI365-3035
    Resolution: 5917x4226
    Size: 1.03 MB
    Location: INDIAN OCEAN
    Web Views: 51
    Downloads: 16

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    A naval replenishment-at-sea (RAS) operation is underway, with a central supply/replenishment vessel connected by transfer lines to two warships on either side. A helicopter is visible in the upper left sky, likely providing overwatch or coordination support. A fourth vessel is faintly visible on the far right horizon.
    Two naval vessels are conducting an underway replenishment (UNREP) operation at sea, connected by a fuel transfer hose and tensioned lines. The larger vessel on the left appears to be a replenishment/auxiliary ship, while the smaller vessel on the right appears to be a warship or patrol vessel. Both ships are underway in open ocean under partly cloudy skies.
    Three naval vessels are operating at sea in an open ocean environment. The central vessel, a larger auxiliary or replenishment ship, is conducting an underway replenishment (UNREP) operation with the vessel to its right, connected by a visible transfer line or hose. A third warship is positioned to the left, sailing in formation.
    A naval warship, appearing to be a U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, is underway on open ocean with a second vessel visible in the distance ahead. Several crew members are visible on the forward deck, and the ship's forward gun mount and radar dome are prominently visible. The scene appears to depict a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) approach or formation sailing exercise.
    The image depicts a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) operation involving at least two naval vessels sailing in close parallel formation on open ocean. A large auxiliary replenishment ship is positioned alongside what appears to be a U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, with transfer lines and rigging visible between them. Crew members are visible on the deck of the destroyer, actively managing the underway replenishment operation.

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