Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Christopher Meraz, left, trains Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Jade Rodriguez, both assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), on aircraft handling during flight deck operations April 16, 2026. Essex is currently underway conducting routine operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Aaron J. Rolle)
| Date Taken: | 04.16.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.27.2026 20:27 |
| Photo ID: | 9644044 |
| VIRIN: | 260416-N-GN902-1023 |
| Resolution: | 4509x3220 |
| Size: | 2.21 MB |
| Location: | PACIFIC OCEAN, PACIFIC OCEAN |
| Web Views: | 4 |
| Downloads: | 1 |
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