Directing an AS-332 Super Puma helicopter [Image 7 of 7]

ARABIAN SEA

10.17.2012

Photo by Zane Ecklund 

U.S. Navy           

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Kaitlin Shotwell directs an AS-332 Super Puma helicopter delivering cargo from the Nilitary Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11) to the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21). New York is part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit and is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. The U.S. Navy is constantly deployed to preserve peace, protect commerce, and deter aggression through forward presence. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Zane Ecklund)

• Date Taken: 10.17.2012
• Date Posted: 10.19.2012 21:01
• Photo ID: 763362
• VIRIN: 121017-N-NN926-048
• Resolution: 2100x1500
• Size: 405.77 KB
• Location: ARABIAN SEA