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    Digitally crewed surface vessel delivers supplies USS Essex during RIMPAC 2026 [Image 4 of 7]

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    Military personnel are observing a combat vehicle, likely an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) or similar tracked amphibious craft, entering or exiting the water from the stern ramp of a naval vessel. Three individuals are visible from behind, with one wearing a white campaign cover hat and a vest marked '1ST LT', suggesting a supervisory or officer role. The scene depicts a well-deck or stern gate amphibious operation in open ocean conditions.

    PACIFIC OCEAN

    07.08.2026

    Photo by Seaman Apprentice Zachary Warr 

    Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet           

    Digitally crewed surface vessel delivers parts for the 3D printer aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2026, July 7, 2026. Unmanned & remotely operated vessels extend the capability of interconnected manned platform sensors to enhance capacity across the multinational force. Thirty nations, over 30 surface ships, 5 submarines, 15 national land forces, more than 206 aircraft and 30,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 24 to July 31. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2026 is the 30th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary Warr)

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    Date Taken: 07.08.2026
    Date Posted: 07.08.2026 16:28
    Photo ID: 9798135
    VIRIN: 260707-N-DR102-1139
    Resolution: 5101x3401
    Size: 4.76 MB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 140
    Downloads: 14

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    Three naval personnel stand at the stern of USS Essex (LHD-2), observing a small vessel or unmanned surface vehicle operating in rough wake waters. The personnel are wearing safety gear including hard hats and life vests, with one individual's vest clearly marked 'DECK LHD-2'. A coastline is faintly visible in the background distance.
    Two personnel stand on the stern ramp of a large naval vessel observing watercraft operations at sea. The central figure wears a tan cowboy-style hat and a vest marked '1ST LT', indicating a First Lieutenant role. A small craft is departing at high speed, creating a large wake, while another small boat with personnel is visible in the background.
    Three personnel are working on the deck of a naval vessel, handling a large equipment case near a platform marked 'UNMANNED VESSEL STAY CLEAR' with designation '1-06'. Two individuals are wearing hard hats and life vests, while one appears to be in military camouflage uniform with a boonie hat. The scene takes place at sea with open ocean visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
    Military personnel are observing a combat vehicle, likely an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) or similar tracked amphibious craft, entering or exiting the water from the stern ramp of a naval vessel. Three individuals are visible from behind, with one wearing a white campaign cover hat and a vest marked '1ST LT', suggesting a supervisory or officer role. The scene depicts a well-deck or stern gate amphibious operation in open ocean conditions.
    The image shows an open ocean scene with choppy blue-gray waters and two distinct vessels visible at different distances. In the middle distance is a small fast-moving boat, while in the background a submarine is visible on the surface near a coastline. A populated shoreline with vegetation and what appears to be a town or city is visible in the far background.
    A low-profile, dark-colored vessel is navigating through open ocean waters with moderate wave activity. The craft appears to be a semi-submersible or stealth-type boat, riding low in the water and generating a visible wake. The image is taken from an elevated vantage point aboard a larger vessel, with a structural element visible on the left edge of the frame.
    The image shows a view from aboard a larger vessel looking out toward a small unmanned surface vessel (USV) or autonomous boat operating on open ocean waters. A person in dark clothing is visible in the foreground, partially out of focus, appearing to observe or monitor the smaller vessel. The scene suggests a maritime operations context, likely military or research-related given the nature of the unmanned craft.

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