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    USS George Washington Conducts Replenishment at Sea [Image 2 of 11]

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    The image shows the flight deck of a US Navy aircraft carrier with multiple military jets parked on deck, viewed from an elevated angle looking out to sea. A second naval vessel, likely a support or amphibious ship, is visible on the horizon under dramatic, overcast skies with rays of sunlight breaking through clouds. The scene conveys an active carrier strike group operating at sea.

    AT SEA

    08.21.2026

    Photo by NAVCENT Public Affairs          

    U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet           

    Fleet Replenishment Oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO-187) sails alongside Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a replenishment-at-sea evolution while underway in the Arabian Sea, Aug. 22, 2026. George Washington is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)

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    Date Taken: 08.21.2026
    Date Posted: 08.25.2026 13:10
    Photo ID: 9886440
    VIRIN: 260822-N-NO146-2022
    Resolution: 4808x2704
    Size: 2.34 MB
    Location: AT SEA
    Web Views: 34
    Downloads: 9

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    A densely packed U.S. Navy aircraft carrier flight deck photographed from an elevated vantage point, likely the island superstructure. Numerous fixed-wing aircraft and at least one helicopter are staged across the deck, with flight deck personnel visible in colored jerseys. The carrier is underway at sea under overcast skies.
    The image shows the flight deck of a US Navy aircraft carrier with multiple military jets parked on deck, viewed from an elevated angle looking out to sea. A second naval vessel, likely a support or amphibious ship, is visible on the horizon under dramatic, overcast skies with rays of sunlight breaking through clouds. The scene conveys an active carrier strike group operating at sea.
    A white and blue helicopter, appearing to be a medium-lift utility type (likely an Aerospatiale/Eurocopter AS332 Super Puma), is conducting a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation over the flight deck of a naval vessel. The helicopter is carrying a sling-loaded cargo package suspended beneath it, while deck personnel in various colored jerseys stand by on the flight deck. The image is captured through a circular hatch or porthole opening on the ship, framing the scene dramatically against an overcast sea background.
    A military helicopter (numbered '08') performs a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation on what appears to be a naval vessel's flight deck, carrying cargo in a net sling. Three yellow Hyster forklifts, each operated by a crew member wearing a green jersey, are positioned on the deck ready to receive and move the incoming cargo. The scene is consistent with a U.S. Navy or allied navy underway replenishment operation.
    A white and blue helicopter is hovering over the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea, appearing to conduct a vertical replenishment or cargo transfer operation. The image is captured through structural framework or netting in the foreground, giving a framed perspective of the scene. The overcast sky and choppy ocean waters are visible in the background.
    A white civilian-registered helicopter (tail number N553AC) is conducting a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation on what appears to be a naval vessel's flight deck. The helicopter is hovering while lowering a cargo net containing supplies to deck crew members below. A naval supply ship is visible in the background on the open ocean.
    A military helicopter is hovering or landing on the flight deck of a naval vessel, likely during a replenishment-at-sea (RAS) or vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation. Deck crew in green jerseys and yellow forklifts are positioned on the flight deck to handle incoming cargo. A supply ship is faintly visible on the horizon in the background.
    A naval personnel member stands on the deck of a warship wearing flight deck gear including a helmet, vest, and gloves. In the background, a large gray replenishment or auxiliary vessel is visible at sea, with a helicopter flying nearby. The scene appears to depict a replenishment at sea (RAS) or underway replenishment (UNREP) operation in hazy maritime conditions.
    A naval flight deck crew member in a green vest and hearing protection stands on a ship's flight deck, signaling or observing a military helicopter numbered '621' hovering overhead. A second helicopter is visible in the background carrying a slung load, indicating an underway replenishment (UNREP) or vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation. Netted cargo pallets are staged on the flight deck, consistent with logistics transfer operations.
    A military or coast guard helicopter flies in the foreground over open ocean, with a naval or cargo vessel visible in the hazy background distance. A second, smaller helicopter can also be faintly seen near the horizon close to the ship. The scene suggests a maritime patrol, escort, or search-and-rescue operation conducted under clear but slightly hazy conditions.
    A military helicopter is conducting a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation over a naval vessel's flight deck, carrying a cargo net loaded with supplies suspended beneath it. The scene is photographed from an elevated position on the ship's island superstructure, looking down onto the flight deck where deck crew personnel are stationed. A second vessel is visible in the background on the overcast sea.

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