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    Vertical Replenishment Reps Aboard USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) [Image 3 of 6]

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    A military helicopter is performing a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation over what appears to be the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The helicopter is carrying a cargo net loaded with supplies suspended by a sling beneath its fuselage. The image is taken from a low angle looking upward, with the sun creating a dramatic starburst lens flare effect directly behind the aircraft.

    MEDITERRANEAN SEA

    08.20.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Brandon Williams-Church 

    USS Roosevelt (DDG 80)

    Pilots, assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 79, and embarked on Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), practice for vertical replenishments in an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter, in the Mediterranean Sea, August 21, 2026. Roosevelt is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations to support the warfighting effectiveness, lethality and readiness of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and defend U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Brandon Williams-Church).

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    Date Taken: 08.20.2026
    Date Posted: 09.06.2026 19:02
    Photo ID: 9916129
    VIRIN: 260821-N-YJ378-1031
    Resolution: 4000x6000
    Size: 4.36 MB
    Location: MEDITERRANEAN SEA
    Web Views: 5
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    A military helicopter, appearing to be an MH-60 Seahawk variant, hovers low over the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. A deck crew member in safety gear stands near firefighting or ground support equipment, observing the aircraft. The scene depicts a standard naval flight deck operation under clear, sunny conditions.
    A U.S. Navy helicopter, marked with the number '22' and 'NAVY' on its fuselage, hovers low over a ship's flight deck. A deck crew member is reaching up with a grounding wand toward the aircraft, a standard safety procedure to discharge static electricity before handling. The image is taken from a low angle, emphasizing the scale and proximity of the helicopter to the deck personnel.
    A military helicopter is performing a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation over what appears to be the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The helicopter is carrying a cargo net loaded with supplies suspended by a sling beneath its fuselage. The image is taken from a low angle looking upward, with the sun creating a dramatic starburst lens flare effect directly behind the aircraft.
    A group of approximately 12 personnel are standing in a line on what appears to be a naval vessel's flight deck, silhouetted against a bright midday sun and clear blue sky. The individuals are wearing various colored vests and safety gear typical of aircraft carrier flight deck crew, suggesting a FOD (Foreign Object Debris) walkdown or inspection procedure. The dramatic backlighting creates strong silhouettes while still revealing color differentiation in their uniforms.
    A U.S. Navy helicopter, numbered '22', hovers low over a ship's deck during a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation. A sailor wearing a vest marked 'DDG80 BMC' guides a cargo net suspended by a red and blue line from the helicopter. The image is taken from a low angle at dusk, creating dramatic lighting conditions.
    A military helicopter, consistent with an MH-60R Seahawk, hovers low over a naval vessel's flight deck during twilight or early morning hours. A deck crew member wearing a red jersey and cranial helmet is handling a probe or pole connected to the helicopter's underside, likely performing a helicopter in-flight refueling (HIFR) or deck landing assist operation. The dramatic low-angle perspective emphasizes the scale and proximity of the hovering aircraft above the crew member.

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