SAN DIEGO – (Sept. 8, 2026) Hull Technician 1st Class Giovanni Moctezuma from Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity (SIMA) San Diego uses a plasma torch to help remove a ram arm from USS Charleston (LCS 18) during an availability. SIMA San Diego develops Sailors in advanced maritime trades and intermediate-level shop repair, elevating Sailor technical expertise to sustain Fleet readiness. U.S. Navy photo by Christopher Menzie.
| Date Taken: | 09.08.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 09.09.2026 19:41 |
| Photo ID: | 9922586 |
| VIRIN: | 260908-D-DF703-7827 |
| Resolution: | 5568x3712 |
| Size: | 6.5 MB |
| Location: | US |
| Web Views: | 26 |
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