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    USS Essex Underway Operations [Image 1 of 18]

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    A large U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship bearing the hull number '2' is photographed underway on open blue water. The vessel features a flat flight deck with multiple aircraft and vehicles visible on its surface, along with an island superstructure equipped with radar and communication systems. The image was taken from a moderate distance in hazy but clear conditions.

    GULF OF OMAN

    11.08.2021

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Isaak Martinez 

    USS Essex (LHD 2)

    GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 8, 2021) The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) transits the Gulf of Oman, Nov. 8. Essex and the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Isaak Martinez)

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    Date Taken: 11.08.2021
    Date Posted: 11.09.2021 06:56
    Photo ID: 6930354
    VIRIN: 211108-N-KF697-1104
    Resolution: 4545x3025
    Size: 1.11 MB
    Location: GULF OF OMAN
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    A large U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship bearing the hull number '2' is photographed underway on open blue water. The vessel features a flat flight deck with multiple aircraft and vehicles visible on its surface, along with an island superstructure equipped with radar and communication systems. The image was taken from a moderate distance in hazy but clear conditions.
    A large gray amphibious assault ship bearing the hull number '2' is underway on open blue water. The vessel has a flat flight deck characteristic of amphibious warfare ships, with an island superstructure visible amidships. Atmospheric haze reduces visibility in the background.
    A large U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship bearing the hull number '2' is photographed at sea under hazy atmospheric conditions. The vessel appears to be underway or at slow speed on calm, deep blue open water. At least one helicopter is visible near the stern of the flight deck.
    A large amphibious assault ship bearing the hull number '2' is underway at sea in hazy conditions. A helicopter is visible in flight to the port side of the vessel. The ship features a flat flight deck with multiple aircraft or equipment visible on its surface.
    A large amphibious assault ship bearing the hull number '2' is anchored or underway in open ocean under hazy atmospheric conditions. A helicopter is visible in flight to the port side of the vessel. Multiple aircraft and equipment are visible on the flight deck.
    A Royal Navy helicopter, identifiable by 'ROYAL NAVY' markings on the fuselage and the letter 'N' on the tail, is on the flight deck of a naval vessel with rotors spinning. Ground crew members in various colored flight deck jerseys are conducting pre-flight or post-flight operations around the aircraft. The scene appears to take place at sea under clear, sunny conditions.
    A naval flight deck crew member in a yellow jersey signals to a large military helicopter on the flight deck of a warship at sea. The helicopter's rotors are spinning, indicating it is either preparing for takeoff or has just landed. Additional deck crew members are visible in the background securing or inspecting the aircraft.
    A naval flight deck crew member in yellow safety gear is signaling a military attack helicopter during flight deck operations aboard a naval vessel at sea. The helicopter, identifiable as a Bell AH-1Z Viper, is hovering just above the deck level. The scene depicts standard carrier/amphibious ship flight deck operations with clear skies and calm sea conditions.
    A Royal Navy helicopter, identifiable as an AgustaWestland Merlin, sits on the flight deck of a naval vessel with its rotors spinning. The aircraft is marked with 'ROYAL NAVY' on its fuselage and the letter 'N', with at least one crew member visible in the open door. A deck handler in a yellow vest is visible in the background to the right.
    A military flight deck scene showing an F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter aircraft positioned on the flight deck of what appears to be a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship. Numerous flight deck crew members in color-coded jerseys and helmets are gathered near the aircraft, suggesting pre-flight or post-flight operations. The island superstructure of the vessel is visible in the background along with radar and communications equipment.
    A fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, identifiable as an F-35B, is positioned on the flight deck of what appears to be a US Navy amphibious assault ship. A crew of approximately four deck personnel dressed in blue uniforms are holding up a yellow chock bar with orange foam chocks, used to secure or release the aircraft's wheels. Additional aircraft and deck equipment are visible in the background, with open ocean on the horizon.
    A military helicopter is approaching or hovering over the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. A flight deck crew member wearing a yellow jersey and hearing protection is directing the aircraft with outstretched arms. The scene takes place in clear, hazy conditions over open ocean.
    A Royal Navy helicopter, identified as registration ZZ329 and marked with the letter 'N', sits on the flight deck of a naval vessel with its rotors spinning. A group of military personnel in flight suits and tactical gear are boarding or approaching the aircraft. The scene takes place at sea under clear blue skies, suggesting an active operational or training mission.
    A large military helicopter is approaching to land on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. A flight deck crew member in a yellow vest and white helmet is visible on the deck, apparently guiding the aircraft. The helicopter appears to be a multi-engine naval variant with its landing gear deployed.
    Two military personnel wearing black face masks are standing inside what appears to be a naval vessel's bridge or combat information center. One individual wears a tan/khaki flight suit with patches including a 'Black Sheep' squadron patch and a rank insignia, while the other wears a dark navy uniform labeled 'Royal Navy' with the name 'Stevens' visible. Both appear to be examining overhead equipment, suggesting a tour or briefing is taking place.
    An F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jet assigned to the U.S. Marines is photographed on the flight deck of an amphibious assault ship, likely an LHA or LHD class vessel. The aircraft bears the number '03' and 'MARINES' markings on its fuselage, with the lift fan door open on top, indicating STOVL (Short Take-Off and Vertical Landing) capability. The ocean is visible alongside the ship's deck.
    An F-35B stealth fighter jet is captured in a near-vertical climb immediately after takeoff from the deck of an amphibious assault ship, viewed from the rear. The aircraft's lift fan exhaust and main engine thrust are visible beneath the fuselage. Deck crew personnel in colored jerseys are visible on the right side of the flight deck.
    A U.S. Marines F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jet is performing a short takeoff or vertical landing maneuver from the deck of an amphibious assault ship. The aircraft is viewed from directly above and behind, revealing its lift fan door open on top and the downward-facing lift fan engine visible beneath the fuselage, characteristic of the F-35B STOVL variant. The ocean is visible in the background, and the ship's flight deck markings are clearly visible below.

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