A Boeing unmanned MQ-25 aircraft is given operating directions on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). The MQ-25 will be the world’s first operational, carrier-based unmanned aircraft and is integral to the Air Wing of the Future Family of Systems (AWotF FoS). Its initial operating capability (IOC) as an aerial refueling tanker will extend the range, operational capability and power projection of the carrier air wing (CVW) and carrier strike group (CSG). GHWB is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brandon Roberson)
Date Taken: | 12.13.2021 |
Date Posted: | 12.20.2021 11:58 |
Photo ID: | 6979798 |
VIRIN: | 211213-N-SY758-1067 |
Resolution: | 3469x2478 |
Size: | 984.27 KB |
Location: | NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, US |
Web Views: | 526 |
Downloads: | 100 |
This work, GHWB Operates the MQ-25 Aircraft [Image 13 of 13], by PO2 Brandon Roberson, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright.