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    Makin Island Underway [Image 3 of 12]

    Makin Island Underway

    210505-N-LD903-1056
    GULF OF ALASKA (May 5, 2021) – U.S. Sailors prepare to launch an MH-60S Sea Hawk, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23, aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) in support of Northern Edge 2021. Approximately 15,000 U.S. service members are participating in a joint training exercise hosted by U.S. Pacific Air Forces May 3-14, 2021, on and above the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex, the Gulf of Alaska, and temporary maritime activities area. NE21 is one in a series of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command exercises designed to sharpen the joint forces’ skills; to practice tactics, techniques, and procedures; to improve command, control and communication relationships; and to develop cooperative plans and programs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ethan Jaymes Morrow)

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    Date Taken: 05.05.2021
    Date Posted: 05.06.2021 12:31
    Photo ID: 6633514
    VIRIN: 210505-N-LD903-1056
    Resolution: 6604x4168
    Size: 938.64 KB
    Location: GULF OF ALASKA

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