U.S. Coast Guard Ensign John Stone prepares for flight operations as the Landing Signal Officer aboard the Famous-class medium endurance cutter USCGC Mohawk (WMEC 913) while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, July 29, 2022. USCGC Mohawk is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jessica Fontenette)