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    Frank E. Petersen Jr. Conducts a Fueling-At-Sea with Abraham Lincoln [Image 6 of 12]

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    A U.S. Navy sailor wearing a green hard hat and green vest marked 'DDG 121 UNREP 71' observes a large aircraft carrier during an underway replenishment (UNREP) operation at sea. Multiple fixed-wing aircraft, including what appear to be F/A-18 Hornets/Super Hornets and EA-18G Growlers, are visible on the carrier's flight deck. A transfer package or line appears to be mid-air between the two vessels, consistent with a connected replenishment evolution.

    AT SEA

    08.26.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Nathaly Cruz 

    USS Frank E. Petersen Jr.

    U.S. Navy Seaman Habram Rodriguez, assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121), stands by for shot lines during a fueling-at-sea with Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), Aug. 26, 2026. Frank E. Petersen Jr. is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. Units assigned to 7th Fleet conduct continuous patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance peace through strength. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathaly Cruz)

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    Date Taken: 08.26.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 23:36
    Photo ID: 9899448
    VIRIN: 260826-N-IJ966-1094
    Resolution: 3129x2086
    Size: 1.22 MB
    Location: AT SEA
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    Downloads: 1

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    A U.S. Navy sailor wearing a green hard hat and green vest marked 'DDG 121 UNREP 71' observes a large aircraft carrier during an underway replenishment (UNREP) operation at sea. Multiple fixed-wing aircraft, including what appear to be F/A-18 Hornets/Super Hornets and EA-18G Growlers, are visible on the carrier's flight deck. A transfer package or line appears to be mid-air between the two vessels, consistent with a connected replenishment evolution.
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