Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Warrant Officer Andrew 'Bert' Bertoncin, RAN Warrant Officer of the Navy, speaks with RAN sailors during the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Vermont's (SSN 792) scheduled Submarine Maintenance Period (SMP) at HMAS Stirling, Western Australia, Australia, Nov. 12. This historic SMP marks the first time a U.S. nuclear-powered submarine has undergone a maintenance period in Australia by Australian civilians, demonstrating the progress made in developing Australia’s ability to operate, maintain, and care for conventionally armed, nuclear-powered attack submarines. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Caledon Rabbipal)
| Date Taken: | 11.12.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 01.20.2026 12:10 |
| Photo ID: | 9484737 |
| VIRIN: | 251112-N-MW694-3001 |
| Resolution: | 6321x4216 |
| Size: | 4.79 MB |
| Location: | HMAS STERLING, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, AU |
| Web Views: | 4 |
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